The 713 Commute Mode — September 10, 2026

In today’s briefing, Houston’s mayor makes a property tax rate promise, a West Texas aquifer deal worries ranchers, and Sugar Land confronts a surprising growth challenge.  Stories: Houston Mayor John Whitmire pledges not to raise property taxes despite long-term financial pressure  This West Texas town could lose a vital groundwater source to far-off cities  Sugar Land is changing how the city recruits businesses as it runs out of space to grow  Army veteran 'snapped' and fatally shot two Houston apartment complex leasing agents, prosecutor says Ken Paxton uses convention spotlight to tout affordability, transgender stances Woman says strangers now live in her grandmother’s home as Harris County files deed theft suits Underbelly Burger closure puts an end to Houston restaurant group Credits:  Forecast: Justin Ballard, Meteorologist Editing: Alan Fossler, Assistant Breaking News Editor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices