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Halloween 2026 in Katy, Texas: Family Events, Trick-or-Treating Safety and What Parents Need to Know

By The Katy News Staff | Saturday, October 31, 2026 KATY, TEXAS — Halloween has arrived, and families across Katy, Fulshear, Cinco Ranch, Brookshire and surrounding communities are preparing for a Saturday filled with costumes, candy, neighborhood celebrations and family […]

Need to Know About Roads, Schools, Growth, Safety and the 2026 Elections

Katy Texas News Today: What Residents From growing neighborhoods and changing roads to school opportunities and upcoming elections, here’s what’s happening across Katy, Texas, and why it matters to the people who live here. By The Katy News | October […]

Is Katy, Texas, Safe? 7 Risks Families Should Know

From neighborhood streets to the front door, some of the biggest safety concerns are hiding in plain sight. Here’s what Katy-area families should know. KATY, TEXAS — You lock your doors at night. You remind your children to be careful. […]

Katy Is Building More Sidewalks — But Can You Actually Get Anywhere Without a Car?

Millions are being invested in sidewalks, trails and pedestrian improvements across Greater Katy. But for residents who want to walk or bike to school, work or nearby businesses, one question remains: Is Katy becoming easier to navigate without driving? KATY, […]

Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks August 12: Best Time for Katy-Area Residents to Watch

Perseid meteor shower streaking across the night sky near Katy, Texas, on August 12, 2026Katy-area residents can watch the Perseid meteor shower peak overnight August 12–13, weather permitting.

Katy and surrounding communities could enjoy one of the best nights of stargazing this year as the 2026 Perseid meteor shower reaches its peak Wednesday night, August 12, into early Thursday morning, August 13. The Perseids are known for producing […]

Hey, Katy—We Found a Free Community Health Event Worth Sharing

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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 […]

Katy Toll Divide: Morton Ranch Pays While Cinco Ranch Doesn’t

KATY, TX — Drivers entering the Grand Parkway southbound from Morton Road/Morton Ranch Road must pay a toll—even when they are only traveling a short distance to Interstate 10. TxDOT currently lists the Morton Road ramp toll at 69 cents […]

Covering Katy, Texas: Communities and Stories Shaping the Area

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Covering Katy, Texas: The Communities, People and Stories Shaping the Area Katy is no longer simply a small railroad town west of Houston. Understanding the modern Katy area requires looking beyond city limits at the neighborhoods, schools, businesses and communities […]

Famous Athletes From Katy, Texas: Olympians, NFL and MLB Stars

From Katy to the world, local athletes have reached the highest levels of professional and Olympic competition.

From Katy to the World: Notable Athletes Who Rose From the Katy Area By The Katy News KATY, Texas — Katy is widely known for its growing communities, highly rated schools and championship football traditions. The Katy area has also […]