LATEST KATY / FULSHEAR NEWS

Community

June 19 2026

Police vs. Firefighters: Battle of the Badges Returns Across Greater Houston June 29–July 5...

Team Police or Team Fire? Gulf Coast Blood’s Battle of the Badges returns June 29 through July 5, giving residents a chance to support local first responders, earn donor rewards, and help save lives across Southeast Texas.

Non-Profit

June 18 2026

Rehabilitated Bald Eagle Returns to the Wild After Months of Care at Houston SPCA Wildlife Center...

After suffering a traumatic head injury and spending three months in rehabilitation at the Houston SPCA Wildlife Center, a bald eagle has been released back into the wild at the Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge in Anahuac.

Government

June 18 2026

Katy City Park’s New Turf Field Opens, Marking First Major Milestone in Ongoing Park Improvements...

Katy residents can now enjoy the brand-new multipurpose turf field at Katy City Park, the first completed phase of a larger improvement project that will also bring refreshed tennis court and upgraded park infrastructure.

Weather

June 18 2026

Extreme Heat Warning Followed by Heat Advisory Across Greater Houston Area; Storms May Bring Flooding Risk This Weekend...

The National Weather Service warns that dangerous heat index values up to 114 degrees will continue across Southeast Texas through Thursday, with heat advisories extending into Saturday and a potential for heavy rainfall late Friday into Saturday morning.

Education

June 17 2026

Katy ISD Students Bring Home UIL Academic State Championships and Top Honors at 2026 Texas State Meet...

Students from Seven Lakes, Tompkins and Jordan high schools earned state championships, runner-up finishes and top-three honors at the 2026 UIL Academic State Meet, spotlighting Katy ISD’s academic excellence on Texas’ biggest stage.

Real Estate

June 17 2026

HAR.com Says Houston Rental Demand Remains Strong as More Homes Are Leased Across the Region...

The Houston Association of Realtors reports leasing activity increased in May, with renters benefiting from stable prices and a growing selection of available homes.

Transportation

June 16 2026

Houston Airports Employees Create FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Experience at IAH and HOU...

Houston Airports employees are welcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 travelers with interactive fan zones, games, giveaways and a uniquely Houston experience at IAH and HOU.

Food & Beverage

June 16 2026

Al Sultan Gate Roastery Brings Middle Eastern Sweets, Dubai Chocolate and Fresh-Roasted Specialty Treats to Katy...

A new Palestinian-owned destination in Katy is drawing attention with fresh-roasted nuts, luxury Arabic sweets, Dubai chocolate creations, baklava, Turkish delight and more as Al Sultan Gate Roastery prepares for its June 28 grand opening.

Education

June 16 2026

New to Katy ISD? Here's What Families Need to Know Before Summer Registration Closes...

Families planning to enroll new students in Katy ISD should act soon, with Prekindergarten preregistration closing June 19 and new K-12 student preregistration ending June 26.

Weather

June 16 2026

Governor Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration for 101 Texas Counties, Including Harris, Fort Bend and Montgomery...

As life-threatening flooding, heavy rainfall and a developing tropical system continue to threaten Southeast Texas, Governor Greg Abbott has issued a disaster declaration for 101 counties, including Harris, Fort Bend and Montgomery counties.

Community

June 15 2026

Fort Bend County Opens Galaxy All-Abilities Park in Sugar Land, Creating an Inclusive Space for Families of All Abilities...

Fort Bend County's first county-owned all-abilities park is now open in Sugar Land, offering accessible play, sensory experiences, and gathering spaces designed for residents of every age and ability.

Entertainment

June 15 2026

Superheroes, Robots and Family Adventures: ImagineNation Expo Arrives at Katy Merrell Center This Weekend...

Families across Katy, Fulshear, Cypress and West Houston will have the chance to meet superheroes and princesses, explore robotics and STEM activities, build with LEGO®, and enjoy a full weekend of hands-on entertainment when ImagineNation Expo comes to the Merrell Center June 20–21.

Weather

June 15 2026

Flash Flood Warnings Issued as Greater Houston Faces Life-Threatening Flood Risk Through Thursday...

Heavy rain is already causing flooding concerns across Harris, Montgomery, Liberty and surrounding Southeast Texas counties, with forecasters warning that additional storms could bring life-threatening flash flooding through Thursday morning.

Non-Profit

June 15 2026

Fort Bend Junior Service League Opens Membership Applications as It Nears 25 Years of Community Impact...

After contributing more than $6.4 million to local causes and supporting over 100 nonprofits, the Fort Bend Junior Service League is inviting a new cohort of women to help shape the next chapter of service, leadership, and philanthropy in Fort Bend County.

Entertainment

June 11 2026

EVO Entertainment to Transform Former Xscape Theatre Into Major New Entertainment Destination in Katy-Fulshear...

A long-vacant theater property along FM 1093 is set for a dramatic transformation as EVO Entertainment announces plans for a nearly 70,000-square-foot entertainment venue designed to serve families, residents, and visitors throughout the rapidly growing Katy-Fulshear area.

Transportation

June 10 2026

Fort Bend Transit Launches Fan Express Service to FIFA World Cup 2026™ Fan Fest in Houston...

Fort Bend County residents and visitors heading to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Fan Fest in Houston will have a convenient new transportation option thanks to Fort Bend Transit’s Fan Express service, offering direct rides from Sugar Land to the heart of the tournament festivities.

Weather

June 10 2026

Greater Houston Weather Update: Low Tropical Development Risk in Bay of Campeche, But Rain Chances Increasing for Southeast Texas...

The National Weather Service Houston-Galveston is monitoring a disturbance in the Bay of Campeche with only a 10% chance of development, but Greater Houston residents could see increasing rain and locally heavy rainfall heading into next week.

Real Estate

June 10 2026

HAR.com Says Houston Homebuyers Are Signing Contracts at the Fastest Pace in Four Years: What It Means for Local Communities...

Greater Houston's housing market is showing renewed momentum as pending home sales reach a four-year high, giving buyers more options while signaling continued confidence in one of the nation's largest real estate markets.

Government

June 10 2026

Texas Launches Statewide Food Truck License, Opening New Opportunities for Mobile Food Vendors Across the State...

A new statewide licensing system from the Texas Department of State Health Services aims to simplify operations for food trucks, pushcarts and roadside vendors beginning July 1.

Education

June 10 2026

Katy ISD Students Earn 27 National Merit Scholarships, Joining Nation’s Top Young Scholars...

Twenty-seven Katy ISD seniors have earned college-sponsored National Merit Scholarships, placing them among the nation’s highest-achieving students and showcasing the district’s strong tradition of academic success.

Community

June 08 2026

Fort Bend County Libraries Launches Library of Things, Turning a Student-Led Idea Into a New Community Resource...

What began as a conversation between two Fort Bend County high school students has grown into a new library service designed to help residents save money, reduce waste, and access useful tools, technology, and equipment without having to buy them.

Community

June 08 2026

Harris County Precinct 5 Celebrates 21st Citizens Police Academy Graduates After 10 Weeks of Hands-On Law Enforcement Training...

What began as a 10-week journey behind the badge ended in a celebration of community connection, as Harris County Precinct 5 honored the newest graduates of its Citizens Police Academy and strengthened ties between residents and local law enforcement.

Business

June 08 2026

Meet the Katy Family Behind the Business That Cleaned Katy ISD Stadiums for Graduation, Supports Neighbors, and Pays It Forward...

From cleaning Katy ISD's stadiums for graduation to helping widows, schools, and local nonprofits at no charge, the family behind Katy Brothers Pressure Washing has built a business rooted in service, gratitude, and giving back.

Infrastructure

June 08 2026

Harris County Moves to Protect $322 Million in Federal Flood Funding While Advancing Critical Flood Mitigation Projects...

A proposed plan headed to Harris County Commissioners Court aims to safeguard federal flood recovery funding, keep major flood reduction projects on schedule, and potentially unlock an additional $125 million for future mitigation work.