Houston, TX news on Saturday, October 24, 2026

In Houston, TX on Saturday, October 24, 2026: Houston vs Utah tonight; major freeway closures this weekend. Also: No. 14 Houston plays No. 10 Utah tonight; kickoff time and how to watch available; Man died after altercation with family members and hitting his head on pavement in Houston. Weather: Mostly clear and pleasant this weekend with highs near 85°F and light winds.

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Headlines

No. 14 Houston plays No. 10 Utah tonight; kickoff time and how to watch available.Sports Illustrated · Oct 24, 10:48 AM

Safety & emergencies

Man died after altercation with family members and hitting his head on pavement in Houston.ABC13 Houston · Oct 24, 2:29 PM

Traffic & transport

Major closures on I-10 and US 59 this weekend; check routes before driving.ABC13 Houston · Oct 24, 1:41 PM

Events & going out

Water Lantern Festival returns to City Place Nov. 20-22 celebrating light and community.Woodlands Online · Oct 23, 12:02 AM

Business & new openings

BCI opens contract packaging facility in Houston, Texas.Hoodline · Oct 24, 12:45 PM

Sports

Southern and Texas Southern play football today in Houston matchup.WAFB · Oct 24, 3:15 PM
Houston Rockets play Atlanta Hawks tonight in NBA action.Yahoo Sports · Oct 24, 5:00 AM
Houston plays Houston Heights in boys varsity football today.NFHS Network · Oct 24, 7:27 AM

Culture & arts

Latest Salgado mural now adorns service workers union building in East End.Houston Chronicle · Oct 24, 3:29 PM

Community & volunteering

Houston wants to turn Halloween pumpkins into compost instead of waste.Click2Houston · Oct 24, 10:37 AM

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