KATY, TEXAS — Katy Independent School District trustees had a proposed 2026–27 budget with approximately $1.17 billion in general-fund spending on their agenda Monday evening. The financial plan includes employee raises and the anticipated use of $25.7 million from district […]
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Top 5 Back-to-School Shopping Locations in Katy—Plus Two Money-Saving Bonus Stops
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. […]
William “Bill” Kyser’s Legacy Lives on as Katy ISD Dedicates North Transportation Center
KATY, TX – Katy ISD leaders, elected officials, transportation employees, community members and the Kyser family gathered July 28 to dedicate the William “Bill” Kyser North Transportation Center, honoring a man whose multidecade service transformed student transportation and left a […]
Katy ISD Attendance Continues to Climb as Innovative Initiative Delivers Third Straight Year of Growth
KATY, TX – While school districts across Texas and the country continue working to recover from post-pandemic declines in student attendance, Katy ISD is moving in the opposite direction. The Katy ISD Board of Trustees received an update this week on […]
Covering Katy, Texas: Communities and Stories Shaping the Area
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: 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 […]
Katy ISD Strikes a Balance with Technology and AI in Classrooms
KATY, TX [July 20, 2026] – As technology continues to reshape education and the future workforce, Katy ISD is taking a thoughtful, balanced approach to preparing students for success. At its July Board Work Study meeting, District leaders unveiled a comprehensive […]
U.S. House Passes Permanent Daylight Saving Time Bill: What It Means for Texas, Katy and Farmers
Daylight Saving Time Bill: What It Means for Texas By The Katy News Staff KATY, Texas (July 22, 2026) — The United States moved closer to ending the twice-a-year clock change after the House of Representatives approved legislation that would […]
Katy, Texas | The Complete Guide to Katy – News, Events, Restaurants & More
Katy, Texas | The Complete Guide to Katy Welcome to Katy, Texas Katy, Texas is more than just one of the fastest-growing communities in the Greater Houston area—it’s a place where history, innovation, family values, and opportunity come together. Located […]
The Story of Cinco Ranch, Texas | History of Cinco Ranch
The Story of Cinco Ranch, Texas By: Staff Editor Cinco Ranch is one of the best-known master-planned communities in the greater Katy area. Located in Fort Bend County, the community is recognized for its residential villages, lakes, parks, trails, neighborhood […]
