Taut wins are a trend for the Houston Astros this season. Half of their first 36 victories were attained in comeback fashion. Twenty were by one or two runs. Wednesday, in a formula seldom followed, the Astros built an early lead and enjoyed a blowout.

Luis Robert Jr. homered, Shane Smith pitched six effective innings and the Chicago White Sox beat the Houston Astros 4-2

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Chicago White Sox vs. Houston Astros MLB game to be played on June 12, 2025 on ESPN.

Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker is ready to be back in Houston politics. Parker announced Wednesday that she is running for Harris County judge in 2026, setting up a potential intra-party challenge against fellow Democrat Lina Hidalgo,

Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker announced Wednesday morning that she will run for Harris County Judge in 2026, officially launching a campaign that could lead to one of the most closely watched Democratic primaries in Texas.

A flood watch for the Brazos Valley north of Houston, which began early Wednesday, remains in effect through Thursday evening as more heavy rainfall is expected. Here's what you need to know about conditions for Thursday's commuters,

The National Weather Service has placed Washington, Grimes, Walker and Trinity Counties under a flood watch through Thursday evening. Other counties may be added based on how rain develops, but the bottom line is that conditions are favorable for heavy rain through at least the next 24-36 hours.

Strong downpours and scattered thunderstorms swept through the Houston area on Wednesday. More rain is coming Thursday.