A new snapshot from the Kinder Institute for Urban Research at Rice University offers a detailed look at how residents across the Houston region view some of today’s most debated political and social issues.

The Kinder Institute for Urban Research at Rice University has released its 2025 Area Survey Report, which paints a complex picture of life across the Houston region in 2026.

A new statewide poll from the University of Houston’s Hobby School of Public Affairs shows key leaders emerging in both the Republican and Democratic races for the 2026 U.S. Senate primaries in Texas, just over a week before early voting begins.

If you feel like you’re paying an arm and a leg to insure your car in Texas, data indicates that you’re not alone!

According to a study by OnlyGuider, Texas residents spent nearly a quarter of a billion dollars on OnlyFans in 2025, placing the state second nationwide in total spending at approximately $248.5 million.

Data reveals that households in Conroe and Pearland spent around 5% of their annual incomes on property taxes

Are you planning to travel to see family and friends this holiday season? If so, you might need to pay attention to what airline you book your flight through.

A new survey conducted by the Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston reveals strong support among Harris County voters for public funding of renovations to NRG Stadium and several future entertainment developments across the county.

"Is it gambling if it's a sure thing?" Well, one thing for sure is WalletHub ranked Texas 11th as part of their "2025's Most Gambling-Addicted States."

A total of three cities in Texas were named among the top 20 most obese and overweight cities and Houston, despite being a foodie city, was not among the list.

An online survey conducted by the Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston shows which direction Harris County voters are leaning a little more than two weeks out from the 2024 elections.

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Workforce Solutions, the regional workforce development agency, is urging southeast Texans affected by Hurricane Beryl to complete a damage and needs assessment survey.

Can you all believe they said Houston was dirter than NEW YORK!? We have some serious work to do...

Hurricane season this year is predicted to be an above-average and potentially intense one.

A recent survey from the University of Houston found residents within the city are mainly concerned with crime, flooding, and street conditions.

Recent surveys cite crime, economic concerns and infrastructure as top issues.

The National Weather Service is surveying damage caused by Tuesday’s storms in Walker and Montgomery County Wednesday.

We are counting down to Decision 2022 and several key races in Texas will be decided this November.

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Houston’s Rice University has been ranked 7th best overall in colleges across the U.S.

The Harris County Justice Administration Department is offering to pay suspected criminals who have missed court $30 in exchange for information about why they missed court.

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How to vacation in an RV on Live in the DHOUSTON – From postponing vacations to flying out of airports, many Texans are dusting off their RVs and traveling to faraway destinations like never before. In a survey conducted by SatelliteInternet.com, Texas became one of the top RV destinations in the past year, along with Florida, California, New York and Arizona. Thirteen percent of travelers say Texas is their top destination by road this summer. Of those who answered, 76% said they felt safer traveling in an RV rather than on an airplane or staying in a hotel room. Do you find yourself traveling by road amid the pandemic?

HOUSTON – Have you had a package stolen last year? A survey from C+R Research indicated that package thefts sharply rose from 36% to 43% in 2020, with two-thirds of the respondents saying they had their packages stolen more than once. When it comes to protecting their deliveries, 69% of consumers stayed home to receive deliveries. Other consumers opted for in-store pickup, shopping in-store and requesting signatures for deliveries. The survey used Amazon’s survey platform to screen 2,000 self-reported online consumers who have shopped online within the last 12 months.

HOUSTON – As COVID-19 vaccines roll out, now a big question is who will take them once they’re available. That was the focus of a recent Episcopal Health Foundation statewide survey of about 1,200 Texans. “We show that overall 60% of Texans say that they’re likely to get the vaccine. As more COVID-19 vaccines roll-out, work is also already underway to get the word out about them. With the possibility of more COVID-19 vaccines being approved and more people become eligible to take them, the push is now on to get people vaccinated.

HOUSTON – Texans have the sexiest accent in the country, according to a survey. Big 7 Travel audience members voted in an annual poll and the Texas accent was voted No. “The typical Texan accent is a ’Southern accent with a twist’, with strong ’r’s and plenty of ‘Howdy’s’,” Big 7 Travel wrote. “America’s sexiest accent? Texas, grab a Coke and celebrate for having the sexiest accent in the U.S.See the full ranking by clicking here.

HOUSTON – We all know Houston’s roads can be unpleasant to drive on from uneven pavements to that occasional pothole. A survey from CoPilot and the Federal Highway Administration has Houston ranked 22nd for the worst roads in the country. Rhode Island, California, and New Jersey share the highest percentage of poor urban and rural road conditions. According to the survey, an average of 20-25 percent of major urban roads in Texas are in poor condition. Other Texas cities with poor road conditions include Dallas-Fort-Worth-Arlington, who ranked high at No.

Hamad serves as the speaker of HISD’s Student Congress, a body of over 70 high school student leaders from across the district, which serves as a bridge between students and the Board of Trustees. When and how to reopen HISD is the focus of a survey the student congress has administered. Nearly 3,000 surveys have been completed since it went live last week, according to the student congress. The survey found a student’s need influences the decision of parents and students on whether they want to return to in-person instruction. Hamad said other recommendations will be announced as the data is compiled, which she expects will continue through the fall.

HOUSTON – As coronavirus cases continue to rise in Texas, nearly one-fifth of residents say they’re less anxious about the cases than they were at the beginning of the pandemic, according to a survey by Rice University’s COVID-19 Registry. In Harris County, out of more than 3,100 people, 19% of participants reported a decrease in anxiety, the survey found. About 67% of participants reported the same level of anxiety as they did earlier days in the pandemic and only 14% of the people surveyed reported they’ve grown more anxious. The survey also revealed that more than 90% of respondents say they are washing their hands more often, avoiding large gatherings and staying six feet away from other people. About 14% of respondents say they are using face masks more often and about 13% of participants said they are no longer limiting outings to essential activities, according to the survey.

HOUSTON – HISD is asking for parent feedback as they prepare for the 2020-2021 school year. The survey was first announced last Thursday, which allows parents and teachers a chance to provide feedback on distance learning and possible reopening scenarios once school begins in August. Possible reopening scenarios include face-to-face classes with reduced seating, continuing with distance learning, or hybrid learning. The survey asks questions about each child’s learning experience with distance learning during the school closure in the spring. To learn more about the 2020-2021 school year plan, click here.

KATY, Texas – Katy Independent School District is asking parents several questions in a survey, including what they want to do this fall semester when schools reopen. The survey asks if parents want to send their children back to school or keep them home and continue online learning? On Monday, Katy ISD parents got a video message from Superintendent Ken Gregorski asking parents to fill out the survey. Gregorski adds, parents, will be able to choose from in-person classes, to online learning, or both. Other parents told KPRC 2 they are OK with the older kids going back.

HOUSTON – Do you have unused gift cards or some store credits that you haven’t used? According to the survey, Americans have more than $20 billion in unused cards or rewards. “Gift cards and store credits are real money, so treat them as such,” said Ted Rossman, an industry analyst at Bankrate. Millennials are the guiltiest of having unused gift cards. “You can sell unwanted gift cards at sites such as Cardpool.com, CardCash.com and GiftCardSpread.com,” Rossman said.