Fort Bend County, Harris County and Waller County are reporting a drastic increase in scams that are affecting innocent citizens in the Katy area. The latest involved demands for payment to avoid arrest for a fake warrant for failure to show up for jury duty.

Katy ISD started their 2026-2027 academic year last week and they are already being recognized among the best of the Texas school districts as they continue to outperform.

Something witchy is coming to the City of Katy’s Historic Town Center’s Rock the Block party this weekend. Warner Bros. is teaming up with the city to bring special promotional giveaways and events to celebrate their upcoming film, Practical Magic 2.

Katy ISD resumes classes this week and families are back in their normal routines. Katy has many fun and free ways to stay fit great for parents with kids back in school. From running clubs to yoga and tai chi in a park you have options to get out and work out.

Three Jordan High School sisters founded a program, Mission Possible, that is educating local teens on practical life skills. These free workshops prepare students to learn many skills that are often being lost today.

Katy ISD welcomed over 95,000 students back to school this morning. This year the District, which routinely ranks top among Houston area school districts, will focus on ‘Excellence in Action’ and this morning’s return was all about tradition.

Katy ISD welcomes over 97,000 students back to class tomorrow to over 100 campuses and support facilities. The District has shared important information for families to understand changes and plan for a successful year.

This year more students will have the opportunity to experience Katy ISD as the District launches its High School Open Enrollment. This opportunity has resulted in questions and concerns within the community and we have some answers.

KATY MAGAZINE NEWS August 7, 2026 By Natalie Cook Clark The new heat rules that are likely to impact many high schools this fall, won’t have as big of an impact on our schools. Here’s why. Photo credit: Freeman HS Band Katy ISD returns to school next week, but many students such as football players, band, cheer, dance and more have already begun their seasons. The University Interscholastic League (UIL) implemented a new heat policy this month that could impact how outdoo

The award-winning rock band Garbage Girlfriend is performing a free concert this Friday in celebration of the release of their self-titled album.

Katy ISD continues to evaluate emerging industries and workforce trends to give students the skills for success after graduation in many fields. This year the District adds an Underground Utility Program to an already growing list of career paths.

Intense heat brings snakes closer to Katy home as they take shelter increasing chances of resident encounters. Many kinds of snakes call Katy home, including four that are venomous. Here's what you need to know.

Clothed by Faith, a Katy-based nonprofit, is currently accepting items to help support students as they start the new academic year. The organization expanded their Katy center last year to meet the growing need.

A Katy woman accepted a ride share from a pair, also Katy residents, now arrested and charged with her abduction and sexual assault.

The Coastal Prairie Conservancy continues to preserve the land that is the Katy Prairie Preserve by securing 60 acres. A new Welcome Center opened last spring aimed to educate Katy residents on our land’s importance to the local ecosystem.

Katy ISD officials and local elected officials dedicated the new North Transportation Center in the legacy of William “Bill” Kyser. The new center will support the growing Northwestern quadrant as it continues to expand.

Katy ISD has announced attendance growth ahead of the new academic year. Through a self-funded attendance incentive program, Katy ISD schools can earn money.

A fifth grader from Tom Wilson Elementary School won the first place in the American Heroes Student Art Contest organized by Freedom 250 in partnership with the National Endowment for the Humanities.

Katy ISD has shared information on Free and Reduced Meals ahead of the 2026-2027 academic year starting. The district is increasing meal prices, but 33 campuses qualify for free meals.

At the July Katy ISD Board Work Study meeting unveiled a comprehensive vision that addressed how Katy ISD will find a balance with technology and AI in classrooms and teacher lessons.