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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1631: Borrowing a One
Episode: 1631 Learning to subtract 49 from 62: more than meets the eye. Today, what is 49 from 62?
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Houston former banker sentenced to 50 months for fraudulent PPP loan scheme
A Houston man who helped customers obtain fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program loans during the COVID-19 pandemic has been sentenced to more than four years in federal prison....
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Houston crime: Suspect arrested after reaching 120 mph in stolen vehicle chase
A man was arrested after deputies chased a stolen vehicle through southwest Houston at speeds reaching about 120 mph, according to Harris County Precinct 7 officials....
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No. 13 Texas Tech stops a late 2 and beats No. 22 Houston 28-26 in Big 12 opener
J'Koby Williams and Cameron Dickey ran for second-half touchdowns and defending Big 12 champion No. 13 Texas Tech held on for a 28-26 victory Friday night when Houston quarterback Conner Weigman came up just short of a 2-point conversion in the final minute. Weigman's third TD pa...
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Atlanta Braves clinch 8th playoff berth in 9 years with victory over Astros
The Atlanta Braves held a subdued celebration when they clinched a playoff berth Friday night after missing out last season. The first-place Braves beat the Houston Astros 6-2 to punch their ticket to the postseason for the eighth time in nine years. They secured at least a Natio...
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Popular electric grill recalled over bad wiring, electric shock risk
A popular electric grill is being recalled over a wiring defect that could increase the risk of electric shock.
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Hundreds form human chain outside Kennedy Center to protest demolition threats
Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the Kennedy Center and linked hands to form a human chain in response to President Donald Trump’s threats to tear down the historic arts venue....
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40 Million Dollars of the World’s Most Exotic Cars Take Over a Houston Billionaire’s Posh Hotel
It was a breathtaking spectacle — more than $40 million worth of the world’s hottest cars flanking a dinner table set for 60 in the porte cochère of Houston’s posh Post Oak Hotel ballroom. The occasion — the inaugural Collectors Dinner — was an invitation-only affair hosted by Po...
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All northbound main lanes of US-59/I-69 in Sugar Land closed through Monday morning
Drivers traveling through Sugar Land this weekend should plan for delays as the Texas Department of Transportation closes all northbound main lanes of US-59/I-69 for bridge maintenance. The closure affects about a 2-mile stretch of the freeway, from Exit 111 at Sugar Creek/Dairy ...
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Melissa & Doug recalls toy sold at Target due to choking hazard
A popular Melissa & Doug children’s fire truck toy has been recalled after a small plastic part was reported to come loose, creating a potential choking hazard....
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Lee Gilley case: Harris County District Attorney says they will not seek death penalty
The Harris County District Attorney's Office has confirmed in a filing on Friday that they will not be seeking the death penalty against Lee Gilley, who is accused of killing his pregnant wife....
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AI-generated event flyers are catfishing Houstonians: What you need to know
Checking social media to build your weekend plans? Pause before you head out the door. That event flyer you’re looking at online might be a complete fake....
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TxDOT offering free car seat inspections for child passenger safety week
To raise awareness during Child Passenger Safety Week, TxDOT is offering free car seat inspections to help Texas parents correct common installation errors and protect young passengers....
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Harris Co. shooting: HCSO releases body worn camera video following deadly January 2026 shooting
The Harris County Sheriff's Office has released body-worn camera video following a deadly officer-involved shooting in January 2026.
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2-year-old dies after being found in swimming pool in Humble area
A 2-year-old child drowned at home in the Humble area Friday, according to deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office. Deputies responded to the home in the 19000 block of Pine Trace Court after the child was found in the swimming pool. Life Flight immediately responded to the ...
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Harris County: 2-year-old toddler dies after being found in swimming pool
Harris County Constable Precinct 4 Mark Herman's Office has confirmed a 2-year-old toddler has died after being found in a swimming pool on Friday afternoon....
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Texas governor race swings to Hinojosa in latest poll
The latest poll comparing Gov. Greg Abbott and his Democratic opponent Gina Hinojosa shows the challenger leading by four points.