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Texas wages: Study reveals where workers are making the most money
Everything’s bigger in Texas, but is that true when it comes to wages? Turns out, it varies quite a bit by county, and some areas have seen wages rise faster than others....
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TSU students return to Science Building, report persistent mold smells and safety concerns
Students at Texas Southern University were allowed back inside the Science Building after mold, condensation, and air quality issues forced the facility to shut down for nearly two months....
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Parents of Royce Witchet speak out in first on-camera interview following shooting near Westfield High School
Two weeks after 15-year-old Royce Witchet was fatally shot outside Westfield High School, his grieving parents spoke out on camera for the first time alongside students participating in a campus walkout....
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Rangel’s offseason lessons are showing up on Friday nights
John Rangel spent his offseason sharpening his game, working with several wide receiver trainers before finally getting the chance to learn from Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Parker Washington. The experience gave the Ridge Point senior a new perspective on the position, and five...
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Are cashless kids missing key money lessons?
Venmo. Apple Pay. Zelle. Many children today do not experience physical money; instead, they use digital transactions through their phones. That shift away from cash is changing how children understand money, and financial experts say Black families have the most to lose if an ol...
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Daily proof anti-Blackness trumps common sense
There’s a political lesson unfolding in real time across America: Policies sold as weapons against Blackfolk eventually have a way of reaching the people holding the weapon. That reality is particularly visible among some of President Donald Trump’s strongest constituencies. Farm...
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Judge rules Klein ISD violated federal law by restricting disability watchdog’s campus access
A federal judge has ruled that Klein ISD violated federal law by restricting Disability Rights Texas' access to campuses to monitor conditions for students with disabilities....
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Sugar Land mother's fight for daughter's medical coverage heads to Texas Capitol
A Sugar Land mother is taking her family’s battle with health insurance to the Texas Capitol, hoping to change state law so other children don’t face the same obstacles her daughter has. Stacy Zwerneman’s daughter, Lela, suffers from autoimmune encephalitis — a rare neuroinflamma...
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Aqua Texas customers push for answers as lawmakers call for rate investigation
A group of 29 Texas state representatives is asking the Public Utility Commission to investigate Aqua Texas as customers across the state face higher water and wastewater bills under the company’s interim rates. The lawmakers sent a letter to the PUC on October 2, citing concerns...
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Pasadena council members call for police leadership changes as 5 lieutenants sue over assistant chief appointment
Two Pasadena City Council members are calling for changes in the city’s police leadership as five police lieutenants sue over the appointment of Assistant Police Chief James Holt. Council members Carlos Heredia and Emmanuel Guerrero publicly criticized the department’s leadership...
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New Longview ISD Esports arena to train students for tech and media careers
Longview ISD has announced the opening of a new e-sports arena designed to give students experience in competitive gaming, digital media and live event production....
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Federal appeals court weighs future of Texas campus speech restrictions
A panel of 5th Circuit judges on Tuesday questioned the scope of a district court’s injunction blocking Texas’ campus speech restrictions, raising concerns that the order does not clearly identify which university policies officials can enforce....
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Texas comptroller moves to eliminate taxes on medical records
A proposed rule change could mean Texans will no longer have to pay a tax to view their medical records.
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New Galveston signs aim to improve navigation, but some residents question their placement
The new signs are part of a wayfinding program to help tourists navigate the island, improve traffic flow and create a more aesthetically cohesive look....
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Tropical Depression Nine forms in the Bay of Campeche
A tropical system is getting better organized in the Gulf and has now organized enough to become Tropical Depression Nine. MORE: An October surprise? Eyes on the Gulf as the 2026 Atlantic tropical season isn’t over yet We expect Nine to continue to intensify into a tropical storm...
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Christa Pike conscious and speaking after surviving failed Tennessee execution, attorneys say
Christa Pike is conscious and speaking after she survived a failed attempt to execute her, according to her attorneys.
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Fort Bend ISD adopts new school boundaries for several middle and high schools
The FBISD school board approved attendance boundary changes that will affect where nearly 2,000 students will attend school in 2027-28.
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2HY: Student at one Texas university received a $450 parking fee from another school even though they were not enrolled
A family was stunned to find a $450 University of Houston parking charge on their son’s account — especially since he never attended UH during the school year tied to the fee. They turned to 2 Helps You for help. Patti Stockman says her family was notified in mid-September that t...
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Federal judge strikes Texas AG’s effort to end Harris County’s misdemeanor bail reform decree
In a 40-page opinion Monday, United States District Judge Lee Rosenthal ruled that the attorney general's office exceeded the amount of time it has to make certain arguments in the case, therefore making its legal challenge to vacate the consent decree moot....
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (October 6, 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.
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Houston Attorney featured on new season of NBC’s The Traitors
On a typical day, Kim Daily is usually litigating in the courtroom -- but that’s not what she told her fellow competitors on ‘The Traitors.’ Instead, Kim kept her professional identity a secret and told her comrades she was a basketball coach at TSU, figuring that would come off ...
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Galveston County nonprofits see surge in families seeking help as cost of living climbs
The cost of groceries, rent and utilities keeps climbing — and more families are hitting a breaking point. Local nonprofits in Galveston County say they’re seeing more people walk through their doors looking for help — including people who have never needed it before. Tuesday thr...
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Harris County approves $3 billion budget, raises property taxes
Harris County Commissioners approved a roughly $3.1 billion budget for the fiscal year beginning Oct. 1, alongside a property tax increase that divided the court over whether the higher taxes were necessary. This year’s budget is a $300 million increase from last year. The county...
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Renu Khator on navigating state mandates, core curriculum cuts, and the future of UH
University of Houston President and UH System Chancellor Dr. Renu Khator joins Houston Matters to discuss issues facing the university as it approaches its centennial....
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Texas college campus protest law faces First Amendment challenge
A federal appeals court will consider whether restrictions on protests at Texas’ public universities and colleges violate constitutional rights.
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California couple arrested after 21 surrogate children found in abuse investigation
A California couple has been arrested on severe child abuse charges after authorities uncovered an alleged surrogacy scheme involving at least 21 children living under abusive conditions inside their Arcadia home....
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Hello Houston (October 6, 2026)
Today: We look at how drought has impacted Texas crops this year, learn about concussions and the long-term effects of traumatic brain injuries, and talk about why diversity in AI matters. Plus, this week’s “Five Simple Questions.”...
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Suspect charged with murder in deadly Harris County stabbing
A suspect has been charged in a deadly Harris County stabbing that investigators believe stemmed from intimate partner violence.
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I-10 Katy Freeway-Downtown HOV Connector closing for long-term construction
Houston drivers who use the I-10 Katy Freeway-Downtown HOV Connector will need to find another route starting Friday night as TxDOT begins a long-term closure for construction. The connector is scheduled to close at 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, and will remain closed during demolition ...
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Driver charged after commercial vehicle collides with I-20 overpass in Midland
An over-height commercial truck struck an overpass in Midland, shutting down eastbound I-20 and Loop 250 as police charged the driver.
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Talarico continues to lead polls as spending ramps up in Texas Senate race
The U.S. Senate race in Texas is shaping up to be the most expensive Senate race of all time as polling shows Democrat James Talarico extending his lead over Republican Ken Paxton....
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Critical care power status does not guarantee faster restoration. Here’s what it does provide.
If someone in your home depends on electric-powered medical equipment, you may have heard about Texas’ Critical Care Residential Customer program. But what does being on the critical care list actually mean when the power goes out? That’s the question an ENOUGH community member a...
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Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
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Gulf system likely becoming Isaias soon, Houston impacts will be minimal
A tropical system is getting better organized in the Gulf and let’s dive into the latest data and most importantly, explain what it could mean for Southeast Texas. Right now, Invest 92L has a 90% chance of becoming a tropical storm in the next two days. If it does strengthen into...
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Freddie Jackson dies: R&B singer known for ‘You Are My Lady’
Freddie Jackson, the powerhouse behind beloved hits like “You Are My Lady" and “Rock Me Tonight," has died. Here's what to know.
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3rd annual Legends of the Ball Inc’s Sneaker Tea: Celebrate Houston hoops legends with a tea party
Houston hoops legends, incredible stories, and teatime to celebrate the history of women’s basketball in Houston. Seats are still available for this year’s third annual Legends of the Ball Inc’s Sneaker Tea. The event begins Wednesday, Oct. 7 at 9:30 am at the Kingwood Country Cl...
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Noah's Ark researchers ‘inching towards’ confirmation after drilling challenges natural-rock theory
A team investigating a boat-shaped formation in eastern Turkey says new evidence is strengthening its case that the site could hold the remains of Noah's Ark....
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Investigation reveals Texas A&M pepper spray robbery never happened
Texas A&M police confirmed that a Sept. 28 robbery report involving pepper spray at West Campus Garage was fabricated and there is no threat to campus....
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What we know - and don't know - about rare pneumonic plague death of employee at Russian research institute
A possible case of pneumonic plague in Russia presents a "very low" risk outside the country, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), as investigators look into what caused the death from pneumonia of a lab employee there last week....
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Midland police cruiser involved in rollover crash on Sunday, 4 injured
A Midland Police Department vehicle and a pickup truck were involved in a two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon after the truck ran a red light, police said....
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Houston doctor indicted for alleged $30M COVID fraud scheme, DOJ says
In one instance, the indictment alleges that over 9,000 claims for federal reimbursement were filed in a single day, meaning that a patient had visited every nine seconds over 24 hours....
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Scientists discover 57 new marine species lurking in the depths of the South Atlantic
A group of scientists in Argentina discovered dozens of new species in the South Atlantic Ocean, shedding new light on one of the world’s most biologically dynamic regions....
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CenterPoint streetlight costs jump more than 10,000% in one Houston-area community. ENOUGH asks why.
For some Houston-area neighborhoods, getting streetlights installed comes with a price tag that has skyrocketed in recent years. In one Katy-area example, the cost of seven streetlights increased more than 10,000% compared with what they paid for street lights five years earlier....
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Texas comptroller selects 4 school districts for spending review
Four Texas school districts have been selected for a detailed review aimed at determining whether taxpayer funds are being spent responsibly.
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KPRC 2 honors a Houston history trailblazer of the arts: Meet Theonis Contreras this Hispanic Heritage Month
It is the start of Hispanic Heritage month and all this month we want to honor and highlight the contributions of the Latino community here in Houston. One artist, many may not know her name, broke barriers for Hispanic artists during a time of deep segregation in Houston. Her na...
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Paramount acquires Warner Bros.: What it means for streaming apps and your wallet
A nearly $111B mega-merger unites Paramount and Warner Bros. Here’s how it could affect you and your wallet.
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Texas’ glitchy voter registration system makes it harder to clear backlog, election officials say
Frustrated officials say “unacceptable” technology glitches with Texas’ TEAM system are impeding work to resolve a backlog of hundreds of thousands of records....
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Sunshine Protection Act to end daylight saving time change hits Senate wall
The push to end daylight saving time has hit a Senate wall, with Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., saying approval of the Sunshine Protection Act would leave Arkansas kids attending school in the dark....
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473 Elkins students to move to Clements under new Fort Bend ISD boundaries
Hundreds of Fort Bend ISD students will attend different schools in the coming years after trustees approved new middle and high school attendance boundaries. The Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved High School Boundary Scenario 1, choosing the option that moves ...
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Some chaplains fear Hegseth’s new Religious Affairs office will push ‘one flavor’ of Christianity
Hegseth, who often cites Scripture and has criticized "secular humanism" in the military, said the new Office of Religious Affairs will directly oversee chaplains and report to him....
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Texperts: The State Fair of Texas
In this episode, University of Houston political science professor and “Party Politics” co-host, Brandon Rottinghaus, explores the history of the State Fair of Texas and how this Dallas institution originally began in Houston....
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Houston Cougars draw evening kickoff vs. Oklahoma State in Big 12 Showdown
The No. 22 Houston Football team will kick off against No. 18 Oklahoma State at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 17 on FOX, the network and Big 12 Conference announced on Monday, setting up the first top 25 matchup inside TDECU Stadium since 2015. Houston (4-1, 1-1 Big 12) is ranked in the AP P...
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Betting on hope: Local foundation raises funds for domestic violence survivors
The event raises funds and awareness for survivors of domestic violence in the Houston area.
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Study finds creatine may help preserve muscle, even without structured exercise
A new study from Texas A&M University suggests creatine may help adults maintain and build lean muscle and strength, even without a structured exercise routine. Researchers followed 64 adults between the ages of 45 and 65 for 12 weeks. Participants were given either 10 grams of c...
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New federal DOT rule to leave air travelers with fewer compensation options for flight disruptions
A new Department of Transportation (DOT) rule set to start this month could make it harder for some travelers to get compensation for certain flight disruptions....
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Dr. Renu Khator (Oct. 6, 2026)
On Tuesday's show: University of Houston Chancellor Dr. Renu Khator joins us to discuss the state of the university system and the issues facing it, its flagship campus, and higher education as a whole....
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Jim Bakker, televangelist who built Christian TV empire, dies at 86
Televangelist Jim Bakker, who built a Christian television empire preaching the gospel, has died. He was 86.
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Tropical Depression 9 forms in Gulf. What does that mean for Texas?
Texas has its eyes peeled on the southern Gulf where Tropical Depression 9 formed Tuesday.
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Harris County deputy shooting suspects' GPS monitor requirements addressed
Crime Stoppers and Harris County Pretrial Services address the questions surrounding the GPS monitor requirements for the suspect arrested in the shooting of a Harris County deputy....
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Man found shot to death outside northwest Houston apartment
A man was found shot to death in a northwest Houston parking lot Tuesday morning. Houston police said officers responded to a call about a shooting around 12:40 a.m. in the 8000 block of West Tidwell Road. When officers arrived, they found a man in his late 20s to early 30s lying...