KATY, TX — The countdown to the first day of school has officially begun. Katy ISD students return to class on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, giving families only a few more days to purchase clothing, shoes, backpacks and classroom supplies. […]
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Texas Is Entering a Critical Final Stretch of 2026—Here’s What Residents Should Watch
KATY, TX — The final months of 2026 could bring some of the year’s biggest challenges—and opportunities—for Texas residents. From dangerous summer heat and hurricane season to back-to-school expenses, a major November election, growing electricity demand and the arrival of […]
Katy-Area Road Closure: Katy-area roadway
TxDOT is reporting an active road condition affecting a Katy-area roadway. See the location, timing and official travel details.
Print is Past, Digital is Now: The Katy News App Surpasses Thousands of Local Users
The Katy News Records More Than 45,000 Users While Expanding Mobile Access Across Greater Katy KATY, TX — The way people access community news continues to evolve, and recent readership data shows that mobile devices now play a major role […]
Texas Delta-8 Crackdown: Fair Regulation—or Unfair Punishment for Businesses?
Texas Delta-8 Ban: What Happens During a Traffic Stop? KATY, TX — Texas allowed a large hemp industry to grow, registered businesses, collected fees and watched delta-8 products sell openly for years. Now those products are prohibited, businesses could lose […]
Marketing My Business in Katy | Free Local Promotion
Marketing Your Business in Katy: A Free Local Way to Get Seen If you have ever searched, “How can I market my business in Katy?”, you already understand the challenge: paid advertising can be expensive, social media posts quickly disappear […]
Katy Weather Alert: Heat Advisory, 107° Heat Index and Possible Storms Saturday
Updated Saturday morning, August 1, 2026 KATY, TX — Dangerous heat will be the primary weather concern across Katy and surrounding communities Saturday, while a weak summer front could bring a few isolated showers or thunderstorms later in the day. […]
Hey, Katy—Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Are Taking Over Houston This Weekend
Katy Families Can See Hot Wheels Monster Trucks in Houston KATY, TX — Looking for a weekend adventure outside Katy? We found a high-energy family event happening in downtown Houston that may be worth the drive. Hot Wheels Monster Trucks […]
Hey, Katy—We Found a Free Community Health Event Worth Sharing
KATY, TX — While looking through upcoming events around Katy, we came across a free Community Health Day happening this Sunday and thought local families might want to know about it. AFC Urgent Care Cinco Ranch is hosting the event […]
Promote Katy Business Events for Free on The Katy News App
Local restaurants and businesses often struggle to reach residents because social media posts get buried and paid advertising can be expensive. The Katy News offers a free local solution: claim your business in The Katy News Business Directory, post your […]
