LATEST RICHMOND / ROSENBERG NEWS

Health & Science

July 01 2026

Fort Bend County Confirms First Human West Nile Virus Case of 2026, Urges Residents to Take Mosquito Precautions...

Fort Bend County Health & Human Services has confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026 as mosquito activity increases, reminding residents that simple prevention steps can help reduce the risk of infection.

Community

July 01 2026

Fort Bend County Libraries Offer Free Wellness Workshops in Missouri City and Richmond This July...

Fort Bend County Libraries are offering free wellness workshops this July at the Missouri City Branch Library and George Memorial Library in Richmond, featuring programs on emotional wellness for mothers, teen nutrition, mindfulness and stress reduction for residents of all ages.

Non-Profit

June 30 2026

Fort Bend Junior Service League Opens 2026 Sugar Plum Market Beneficiary Applications for Local Nonprofits...

Fort Bend County nonprofits can now apply for 2026 Sugar Plum Market funding as the Fort Bend Junior Service League continues its long-standing tradition of investing millions of dollars back into the community.

Entertainment

June 30 2026

Fort Bend County Fair 2026 Entertainment Lineup to Be Revealed July 8 Ahead of 90th Anniversary Celebration...

Residents from Sugar Land, Rosenberg, Richmond, Fulshear, Missouri City and across Fort Bend County will get their first look at the 2026 Fort Bend County Fair entertainment lineup during a free July 8 event, just days before tickets go on sale for the Fair's milestone 90th anniversary.

Health & Science

June 29 2026

Houston Methodist Doctors Share Practical Mosquito Safety Tips as Greater Houston Faces Unprecedented Mosquito Surge...

With mosquito populations reaching unusually high levels across the Houston area, Houston Methodist physicians are encouraging families to take simple, science-backed steps to protect themselves from bites and reduce the risk of West Nile virus this summer.

Non-Profit

June 26 2026

Fort Bend Hope's Annual Gala to Celebrate Lives Transformed Through Education Across Fort Bend County...

Fort Bend Hope will bring the community together in October at Safari Texas Ranch for its annual Heroes of Fort Bend Hope Gala, an evening dedicated to celebrating education, opportunity, and the lives being transformed across Fort Bend County.

Education

June 25 2026

Katy ISD Opens High School Limited Open Enrollment for Fall 2026, Expanding Access to One of Texas' Top-Rated School Districts...

Families living in neighboring counties now have a chance to apply for Katy ISD's High School Limited Open Enrollment program for Fall 2026, opening the door to nationally recognized academics, career pathways, athletics and fine arts at participating campuses.

Entertainment

June 25 2026

Fort Bend County Libraries Celebrates Global Cultures with Free Multicultural Festival and Month-Long Events Across Fort Bend County...

Fort Bend County Libraries is celebrating the county's rich cultural diversity with a free Multicultural Festival on July 25 in Richmond, plus a month of family-friendly cultural programs, performances and hands-on activities at library branches across Fort Bend County.

Transportation

June 24 2026

Houston Already Has Robotaxis. What Uber’s New Expansion Could Mean for Katy, Cypress and Other Suburbs...

Houston already has robotaxi service from Waymo and Tesla. Now Uber, Nuro, and Lucid are planning a 2027 launch that could eventually bring autonomous rides to more parts of the metro area.

Entertainment

June 24 2026

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Announces Largest Facilities Investment in Its History, New Agricultural Complex Planned Along Highway 288...

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, which has invested more than $660 million in Texas youth and education, is making the largest facilities investment in its history with a new agricultural complex along Highway 288 designed to serve students, exhibitors and families for generations to come.

Government

June 23 2026

Fort Bend County District Clerk Launches New E-Certify System for Same-Day Certified Court Documents...

Fort Bend County residents can now obtain certified court documents online with same-day access through the District Clerk's upgraded E-Certify system.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.