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Trump tells Republicans they ‘go to hell’ if they don’t vote in November
President Donald Trump closed out the Republican’s inaugural midterm convention being held in Dallas with a fervent plea to the crowd to vote as if he’s on the ballot in November....
government
Fort Bend County approves budget, lower tax rate amid heated meeting as Democrats return to court
Tensions rose between Democrats and Republicans throughout the budget and tax-rate votes, including between interim county judge Daniel Wong and Commissioner Dexter McCoy, who are both vying for the judge position in the upcoming November election. They ultimately approved a 1.2%...
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Vance tells protester to ‘get your ass’ to Mexico during Republican convention speech in Dallas
Vice President JD Vance was one of the final speakers Thursday during the second and final night of the Republican midterm convention in Dallas.
parks
Former Galena Park ISD employee charged with indecency with a child
The allegation was reported by the family of a teen who “looked to him as a mentor.”
government
Dallas mayor brags about party switch during Republican midterm convention speech
The mayor of Dallas was among the Texas contingent to speak Thursday at the second and final night of the Republican midterm convention.
Local
This is what a typical summer looks like in Houston
Friday’s Forecast: Scattered showers and storms will for again Friday. Tropical moisture is moving in from the Gulf, so some areas have the potential for heavy rain and lightning. Rain chances decrease this evening around 8 pm. The weather pattern we are in will bring thunderstor...
safety
Houston crash: 3 people injured following crash involving EMS ambulance
Authorities are on the scene following a crash involving an EMS ambulance in Harris County, officials said.
safety
Fort Bend County crash: 10-year-old riding E-bike struck by vehicle, airlifted to hospital
A 10-year-old was airlifted to the hospital following a crash in Fort Bend County on Thursday afternoon, officials said.
safety
University of Houston investigating ‘concerning’ video with faculty member, talk of child sexual exploitation
A UH spokesperson said the university and the UH police department are aware of a video in which an adjunct faculty member is accused of purchasing child abuse materials....
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University of Houston investigating 'concerning' video involving adjunct faculty member
A “concerning" video involving an adjunct faculty member has the University of Houston investigating.
News
Abbott vows to ban Sharia Law in Texas during Republican convention speech
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott was among the Lone Star State contingent to speak Thursday during the second and final night of the Republican midterm convention in Dallas....
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She’s here! KPRC 2’s Re’Chelle Turner welcomes baby girl
There’s a new little member of the KPRC 2 family! 💕👑 KPRC 2 reporter Re’Chelle Turner and her husband, Faison Echols, are celebrating the arrival of their baby girl, Imani Giselle Echols, who was born Sept. 5, 2026. Turner shared the happy news on social media, calling the day ...
business
Houston-area restaurant adds 3.5% card surcharge as rising costs squeeze business
Rising food prices and operating expenses continue to squeeze restaurants, forcing some businesses to find new ways to offset costs without passing all of those increases directly onto their menu prices....
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Judge finds TikTok liable for lying about safety standards in Texas lawsuit
A U.S. District Judge has found TikTok liable for lying about its safety standards as part of a lawsuit brought by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. The lawsuit, brought forth in January 2025, alleged TikTok deceptively marketed its app as safe for minors, despite regularly show...
Local
Houston lawyer federally indicted in alleged immigration fraud scheme
Houston lawyer Alla Nowowiejski has been federally indicted on mail fraud and false-statement charges connected to immigration and work-visa services. Investigators are seeking additional potential victims....
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Houston weather: Scattered showers, storms possible through the weekend
More scattered showers and storms will be possible through the end of the weekend.
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Cruz calls on Republicans to ‘save America’ during convention speech
Texas U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz was among the Lone Star State contingent that spoke during the second and final night of the Republican midterm convention in Dallas....
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Alaska surrogate asks U.S. Supreme Court to intervene after Texas judge dismisses custody claims
Surrogate McKenna West asked the high court on Wednesday to put a pause on a California court's order stating a newborn boy's genetic parents have parental authority over the child. West fled to Texas to give birth to the child, who has a rare heart defect, despite his genetic pa...
Local
Bun B and Lil’ Keke Rave About UH Football’s Slab Walkout Entrance, Expect Other Teams To Copy the Coogs Amid Pat McAfee Love — How Houston Suddenly Became the Coolest Program in College Football
Bun B could not help but break into a big grin when he saw Willie Fritz’s University of Houston football team come out onto the field behind a Houston slab, swangas extended rims spinning and beat pounding. And the Houston hip-hop icon, proven entrepreneur and champion of all thi...
schools
Texas Southern University breaks ground on 3 new buildings as part of $1.7B campus plan
Texas Southern University has broken ground on three new buildings as it begins the first phase of a 10-year, $1.7 billion plan to transform its campus. The university held a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday for the Catalyst for Urban Transformation, Health and Wellness Center an...
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‘You started a fight’: Patrick uses convention speech to scold Democrats
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick was among the first Texas speakers Thursday at the second and final night of the inaugural Republican midterm convention.
safety
University of Houston investigates video involving adjunct faculty member
The University of Houston says it is aware of video circulating online involving an adjunct faculty member who is also a graduate student. According to UH, the video includes a discussion of child sexual exploitation and child sexual abuse materials. UH Police responded to the lo...
business
Boling residents meet Amazon leaders over massive data center project
Amazon is moving forward with a massive data center project in Wharton County. Company leaders met with Boling residents Thursday night to answer questions and address concerns about what the development means for the community. Construction is already underway on nearly 3,000 ac...
schools
Here's where – and what – schools are required to teach about 9/11
As 9/11 becomes history for younger Americans, states are taking different approaches to teaching students about the attacks and their lasting impact.
Local
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (September 10, 2026)
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
safety
25 years later, a Houston firefighter remembers the brother he lost on 9/11
Kevin Maynard's twin brother, Keithroy Maynard, was one of several people with Houston connections killed in the worst terrorist attack in U.S. history....
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Houston Native Regan Hutsell makes Miss America history
Houston native Regan Hutsell has danced on some of the world’s biggest stages. Now, the 25-year-old is stepping onto another one as Miss America 2027 — and making history along the way. View this post on Instagram When Houston native Regan Hutsell stepped onto the Miss America st...
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Hello Houston (September 10, 2026)
Today: We discuss what can be done to help make school travel safer for students, look at new data showing misdemeanor marijuana arrests soaring for “HPM in Focus,” and hear a conversation with Motown legend Martha Reeves. Plus, "Current Obsessions."...