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Harris County crime: 14-year-old charged with murder following August disturbance call
A 14-year-old teen has been charged with murder following an August disturbance call near Hidden Meadow Park.
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (September 25, 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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The Austin ICE shooting has raised questions about medical standards for detainees
Wilber Garces Perez was quickly discharged from an Austin hospital after he was shot by an ICE agent. Experts say it's hard to know if he was treated appropriately without seeing medical records....
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Hello Houston (September 25, 2026)
Today: Pulitzer Prize winner Benjamin Moser talks about his new book, we hear this week’s “Tessa Takes On,” and The Boss Factory’s Keturah Wilson shares her journey of survival, healing, and purpose. Plus, “Current Obsessions” and “Last Minute Plans.”...
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Steffanie Rivers closes drone industry education gap
Monica Henderson had never seen a Black woman fly a drone for a living until she saw one doing it on her own Facebook feed. That was enough to send her looking for a class. “It was just to draw in the energy of seeing somebody that looks like you in a space that you know absolute...
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Hundreds scammed in $105M fake truck Ponzi scheme: DOJ
A Georgia man has been charged in connection with a $105 million Ponzi scheme that defrauded more than 500 investors nationwide.
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Ole Miss toxicology reports expected soon and results may trigger anti-fentanyl law, official says
Toxicology reports in the suspicious deaths of two University of Mississippi students are expected to be completed as early as next week, according to the state's commissioner of public safety, and Oxford police have separately announced arrests in connection with a raid on a tob...
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Check your spice rack: Cinnamon sold in 6 states recalled over lead concerns
A New York-based manufacturer is recalling ground cinnamon seasoning after testing of a sample showed elevated levels of lead.
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SpaceX plans to launch one of its most ambitious flights in South Texas on Monday. Here’s what to expect
The Starship 14 flight in South Texas could bring a massive fully reusable rocket and spacecraft into Earth orbit. If successful, the flight will bode well for both private space exploration and NASA’s upcoming Artemis missions....
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Prairie View A&M jumps to No. 13 HBCU rank alongside record Fall enrollment
Prairie View A&M University climbed five spots to No. 13 among historically Black colleges and universities in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report rankings, driven by gains in overall national standings and record student enrollment....
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Coping with violence: therapist’s advice after two teens killed near Houston schools
Key Takeaways for Families ✅ Parents: Regulate yourself first before talking to your child ✅ Ask what they know before adding new information ✅ Keep communication open -- make it clear they can always come to you ✅ Watch for two weeks of behavior changes as a signal to seek help ...
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Fetal remains discovered inside freezer of Independence Heights home
Homicide detectives are investigating after fetal remains were discovered inside a freezer at an Independence Heights home. Investigators say the remains were found Friday morning after a woman—whose age has not been released—experienced a medical emergency. She reportedly did no...
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Smart glasses recalled after posing burn risk
INMO AIR3 Smart Glasses were pulled from store shelves because the product could pose a severe injury or burn hazard, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission....
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Constable’s office releases descriptions in church burglary, seeks help from public
Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office are asking for the public’s help identifying people wanted for a burglary at Lakeway Baptist Church in the 5800 block of FM 1960 Road East. Investigators said two male suspects riding bicycles forced entry into a locked shed on the chu...
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Join UT MD Anderson’s 11th annual Boot Walk to End Cancer® at Helix Park Nov. 14
For 11 years, Houston has stepped up to give cancer the boot. Join UT MD Anderson on Nov. 14 at Helix Park in the Texas Medical Center. This family-friendly event brings together thousands of neighbors, friends and teams for a 1.2-mile in-person walk and supporters across the cou...
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Talarico's lead narrows over Paxton in Texas US Senate race
Democrat James Talarico is continuing to attract the support of independent voters in the race for U.S. Senate over his Republican opponent, Attorney General Ken Paxton....
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Hurricane Polo: Why Texas is keeping an eye on the monster Pacific storm
Hurricane Polo is raging off the Pacific coast of Mexico, but forecasters in Texas are keeping a close eye on the monstrous storm.