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Christa Pike latest: Tennessee prisons chief resigns after failed execution
The man who oversees Tennessee’s prison system will step down after Christa Pike’s failed execution, the state’s governor said Saturday.
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Shooting in southeast Houston leads to SWAT standoff
The SWAT team responded to a home in southeast Houston early Saturday morning after authorities said a man was shot in a garage.
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Grand Oaks Elementary principal returning Tuesday after Tomball ISD says disciplinary action was taken
The principal of Grand Oaks Elementary School will return to campus Tuesday after Tomball ISD says it took “appropriate disciplinary action” over comments captured on a voicemail the district previously described as unprofessional. PREVIOUS: Tomball ISD principal on administrativ...
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DOJ: Houston-area woman pleads guilty to $477K in Medicaid fraud
The woman reportedly billed Medicaid for "nonexistent mental services" under the company she worked for.
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Walmart, Trader Joe's frozen berry recall expands after E. coli outbreak sickened 17
A Chilean fruit supplier has expanded a recall of its frozen organic berries that were sold in Walmarts and Trader Joe's stores across the U.S.
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2 injured in Houston drive-by shooting outside convenience store
Houston police said two men were taken to the hospital after being shot outside a convenience store Friday night.
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Houston weather: Rain stays around for the weekend
The threat of heavy rain continues through the weekend as a stalled front slowly moves offshore.
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Texas school bus funding falls short as districts face route cuts and rising transportation costs
Jarred Hostetler never got rid of the posters he made in 2024 to protest his kids’ school district’s decision to eliminate almost 80 school bus routes. Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District cut the transportation budget that year to lower the district’s multi-million-doll...
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Mom charged with killing 2 young kids 'did not remember' last time she fed them: reports
Justine May, a South Carolina mother, has been charged with starving her two young daughters to death after police found them dead during a welfare check....
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Isolated thunderstorms tonight and Sunday for Houston & Galveston
Headlines: Sunday may bring more chances for showers and thunderstorms, starting near the coastline once again before spreading inland. Next week, slightly drier air should also filter in briefly! Sunday’s Forecast: Tonight, showers and thunderstorms should wind down after sunset...
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Eye drops recall: Bottles sold under several brand names may not be sterile, FDA says
Eye drops and other eye treatments sold under nine different brand names have been recalled because they may not be sterile.
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1 dead, 1 in critical condition after brothers exchange gunfire in southwest Houston
One man is dead and another is hospitalized after an argument between brothers led to an exchange of gunfire, Houston police said.
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Man shot in stomach at southeast Houston home, SWAT team responds
A man is in critical condition after being shot in the stomach at a home in southeast Houston, according to the Houston Police Department . HPD said they received a call around 4:10 a.m. Saturday reporting a shooting in the 6500 block of Fairway Drive. At the scene, HPD Lt. Pulid...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1637: Natural Magic
Episode: 1637 In which science and magic struggle to become separate pursuits. Today, let’s practice Natural Magic.
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Thieves targeting valuable CPC modules inside Houston semi-trucks
A Houston truck dealer is warning other truck owners after he says thieves have repeatedly targeted semi-trucks to steal valuable computer modules, leaving behind thousands of dollars in damage....
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Bellaire High School staph outbreak: What parents, students need to know now
The lights were on at Delmar Stadium Friday night, but the stands were empty. No Bellaire Cardinals or Lamar Texans took the field after Bellaire High School confirmed several students had been diagnosed with staph infections. Bellaire notified parents by email earlier this week ...
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Video captures heated Houston hit-and-run; law enforcement warns against confronting drivers
A heated parking lot confrontation captured on camera after a Sept. 18 hit-and-run near College Avenue and I-45 has prompted local law enforcement to issue critical safety warnings for Houston drivers....
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Top snowbird destinations: New report reveals 2 states claiming 88 of top 100 cities
Florida and Texas lead the 2026–2027 snowbird rankings with warm, affordable cities offering seasonal housing and convenient amenities for extended winter stays, according to a recent analysis....
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DOJ: Former Texas Southern adjunct professor sentenced for nearly $1 million in student aid fraud
Officials say Emmanuel Finnih received almost $1 million from making over 100 financial aid applications using Texas students' information.
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Houston Parks Board celebrates 50 years
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Electric balloon pumps sold at Dollar Tree recalled over overheating, explosion risk
A popular electric balloon pump sold at Dollar Tree is being recalled after reports of overheating, flames and an explosion.
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Afternoon storms possible Saturday and Sunday in Houston
Saturday’s forecast: The focus for organized widespread heavy rain has dissipated, but the tropical moisture remains in place. With the heating of the day we’ll get scattered heavy rain developing Saturday afternoon. There is also a chance of heavy rain moving along the coast Sat...
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Rice University launching dedicated Master’s Degree Program in Artificial Intelligence
Rice University has announced a dedicated Master of Artificial Intelligence (MAI) program launching next fall.
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‘All of this is awesome’: Veterans embrace Houston Stand Down as event connects vets to services
For veterans looking for a new job, housing assistance, healthcare or a fresh start, Houston Stand Down brought resources — and a message of hope — together Friday. The annual event, now in its 33rd year, connected veterans with organizations offering help with everything from VA...
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Grayson High grad killed in Minneapolis attack; suspect had violent past
The family of a 23-year-old metro Atlanta man is demanding answers after he was killed during a violent attack at a Minneapolis mental health treatment facility....
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Human remains found under Spring Branch neighborhood overpass
An investigation is underway after human remains were found on Friday afternoon in a Spring Branch neighborhood.
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (October 2, 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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Harris County processes DPS voter registration backlog after receiving more than 75,000 records
Harris, Fort Bend, Brazoria and Montgomery counties received thousands of delayed Texas DPS voter registration records. Here’s what voters need to know before the Oct. 5 deadline....
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Family of Westbury student killed in shooting to hold walk against gun violence
The family of a Westbury High School student who was shot last Friday is organizing a walk against gun violence Saturday, as concerns about gun-related incidents near Houston-area schools remain heightened. LePaul Warren’s family says the walk will honor his life while bringing y...