Dallas estimates $1.8M security cost for the upcoming Republican National Convention
Dallas officials estimate police security for the upcoming Republican National Convention could cost $1.8 million as the city explores reimbursement options.
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Houston crime: Police release sketch of suspect following aggravated robbery in Houston's Third Ward
Houston police are asking for help identifying a man accused of shooting and striking a woman with a firearm while robbing her outside a home in the Third Ward area.
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‘She opened doors in my life’: Houston-raised singer remembers Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton is being remembered not only for the songs that made her a country music icon, but also for the lives she touched along the way. For Houston area-raised country singer Mary Sarah, that impact began when she was just a teenager. “I had the honor of meeting Miss Dolly Parton at the age...
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Houston rancher sees sales triple after President Trump's beef import announcement
Texas ranchers are pushing back against a new White House plan aimed at lowering beef prices.
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31-year-old career criminal granted bond for violent crime even though she's wanted in 3 states
Veronica Kiana Jones, who has six felony convictions and was wanted on bond forfeiture warrants, was granted a $50,000 bond in Harris County on an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon charge.
Angleton High School teacher charged following allegations of inappropriate relationships with students
An Angleton High School teacher has been charged following allegations of inappropriate relationships with students, according to officials.
Laredo Crime Stoppers Most Wanted suspect arrested at International Bridge
Federal officers have arrested one of Laredo’s most wanted fugitives after catching him at a border crossing for a 2021 shooting that left one dead and five injured.
Federal judge rules Texas drag show ban unconstitutional
A federal judge has declared a law passed in 2023 by the Texas Legislature which restricted some public drag shows unconstitutional for the second time. U.S. District Judge David Hittner reaffirmed a previous ruling which declared Senate Bill 12 unconstitutional on Tuesday. This ruling means the ...
Texas mourns Dolly Parton: George W. Bush and state leaders react to music legend's passing4h ago
Dolly Parton, music icon, dies at 80 following 'brief battle with cancer'4h ago
Judge in Minnesota extradition case “not inclined” to keep ICE officer jailed in Texas
In a court brief filed Monday, lawyers for Abbott argued that Castro’s freedom would have “no effect on the Governor’s ability to issue a warrant to extradite.”
From RodeoHouston to the silver screen: How Dolly Parton touched Texas
Dolly Parton, the beloved country music icon whose voice and spirit spanned generations, died Tuesday at 80 years old. The Associated Press reported Parton, known for timeless hits like “Jolene” and “9 to 5,” died peacefully in Nashville, Tennessee. Just last Friday, she told People magazine, “I ...
Pearland city council member asks Brazoria County to publicly display pesticides used in mosquito spraying
A Pearland City Council member is requesting Brazoria County officials to be more transparent about the pesticides used during mosquito control operations, following a 2 Helps You report about the deaths of millions of bees in the county this summer. Layni Cade traveled to the Brazoria County Com...
Houston weather: More triple digit heat on the way for Wednesday
Highs reach the upper 90s to low 100s through Wednesday with heat index values climbing above 105°. A Heat Advisory remains in effect Tuesday and has been extended through 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Montrose restaurant owner loses thousands to tap-to-pay fraud. Here’s how to protect yourself
A little beep at the register is the sound of business. But for one Montrose restaurant owner, it’s also come with a costly question mark. Leighton Dickson, owner of Leighton’s — House of Lamb and Ramen, says the convenience of tap-to-pay is turning into a serious problem. Since opening in May, h...
‘A beautiful soul’: Former KPRC 2 News Director shares chance encounter following Dolly Parton’s passing
As the nation and the world mourn the passing of beloved country music legend Dolly Parton, one member of the KPRC 2 family is sharing about a deeply special chance encounter she had with the icon 50 years ago that is still talked about in her family today. “How could you not love Dolly,” said fo...
Calls for resignation, cries for due process — La Marque mayor returns to city hall after arrest
It was Mayor Keith Bell’s first city council meeting since being charged with misdemeanor indecent exposure — and that arrest was hanging over him the entire night. The chambers were packed. Not an empty seat in the room. And it didn’t take long for the discussion to turn heated and emotional, wi...
Who leads 2026 Texas Senate race? Paxton vs. Talarico poll tracker
Polls have shown the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Texas is in a dead heat.
Former Katy officer faces charges after allegedly using Flock cameras to track ex-wife
Sergio Rodriguez was charged with two third-degree felonies including allegedly stalking and misusing official information using Flock license plate readers to track his ex-wife for over six months.
Texas governor’s race: Abbott widens lead over Hinojosa in new poll6h ago
Texas appeals court denies bid to block Galveston County’s new voting map6h ago
Montrose restaurant owner loses thousands to tap-to-pay fraud as local BBB warns small businesses
Owner Leighton Dickson estimates losing $5,000 to $6,000 across 30 to 40 chargebacks since opening on Mother's Day, a growing trend verified by Leah Napoliello of the Better Business Bureau of Greater Houston.
Washington Post ordered to reinstate columnist fired over Charlie Kirk post
An arbitrator ordered The Washington Post to reinstate an opinion writer terminated over social media posts following the death of Charlie Kirk.
Family raises concerns over air conditioning issues at Houston ISD’s Oates Elementary
A concerned relative of students at Oates Elementary School is raising concerns about ongoing air conditioning issues at the Houston ISD campus as temperatures remain high across the Houston area.
Fort Bend Democratic commissioners return as Wong recuses himself from economic zone vote
Fort Bend County has been embroiled in political and legal turmoil since former county judge KP George was convicted of federal money laundering in June. The turmoil has centered, in part, on whether Daniel Wong has the authority to remain in office after he was appointed by a visiting Galveston ...
Texas drag show ban again ruled unconstitutional by federal judge
Texas’ so-called drag-show ban law has been struck down by the courts again.
Former Katy police officer charged with stalking, misuse of official information involving Flock camera
A former Katy Police Department officer has been charged after an investigation determined he misused the Flock system, officials said.
Dolly Parton to be laid to rest beside late husband Carl Dean in Nashville: Report7h ago
Texas tightens requirements for Mexican cattle as New World screwworm spreads7h ago
Time Mission lands in Houston, bringing a new kind of social gaming adventure
Time Mission has officially landed at Marq’E Entertainment Center, bringing a fast-paced, interactive gaming adventure to Houston that gets everyone involved. Think part escape room, part game show and part physical challenge — with a little time travel thrown in! Time Mission is designed for gro...
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (August 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.
UPDATED Dolly Parton dies at 80. Her Houston legacy went far beyond music
Dolly Parton, the trailblazing country superstar, songwriter, and philanthropist who rose from poverty to build a music empire while putting millions of books into the hands of young children, died at age 80. While the world knows her for iconic anthems like “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors,” and “...
Former Liberty County deputy indicted on multiple felony charges, including child pornography
A former Liberty County Sheriff’s Office deputy is facing multiple felony charges following a grand jury indictment. Raymond Louis Winkler Jr., 58, of Huffman, was charged with misuse of official information, tampering with a government record, five counts of possession or access to child pornogr...
Hello Houston (August 25, 2026)
Today: We talk with Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles about the new school year, learn how the non-profit AVDA is tackling the issue of domestic abuse, preview a new documentary about storm chaser Reed Timmer, and more.
N. Texas ‘Ross Fire’ leads to evacuations; 50,000 acres burned
A large wildfire which sparked Monday in North Texas has rapidly expanded, growing to 50,000 acres in just 24 hours and sparking a large response from multiple agencies, including some from Southeast Texas. The “Ross Fire” began Monday afternoon in Palo Pinto County, which is west of Fort Worth. ...
UPDATED Manhunt underway for convicted felon who skipped Chambers County sentencing
Multiple law enforcement agencies are searching for a 33-year-old man who was found guilty by a Chambers County jury last week but failed to show up for sentencing the next day as ordered by the judge. Jamarcus Detreon Robinson was found guilty on Monday, Aug. 17 of the third-degree felony charge...
From 'Best Little Whorehouse' to Cowboys halftime: Dolly Parton’s Texas ties9h ago
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year9h ago
Alaska surrogate, California parents head to Texas court in custody battle. Here’s what to know
An Alaska surrogate and a California couple will head to court in Dallas Tuesday in a custody battle over a newborn baby with a heart defect. Here's what you need to know.
Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations, dies at 80
Parton died peacefully Tuesday in Nashville, Tennessee, her publicist said in a statement.
‘You’ve broken my heart,’ La Marque residents react to mayor’s recent arrest for alleged indecent exposure
Mayor Keith Bell was arrested for alleged indecent exposure on Aug. 21. Bell was released on a $75,000 bond over the weekend and was present at Monday’s city council meeting.
UPDATED Houston heat this week: Triple-digit temperatures and dangerous feels like temps continue
More heat, humidity and triple-digit temps: We hit 102° again on Monday afternoon, marking the fifth time this week and the sixth time this summer that Houston has reached the century mark. And we’re not done yet... Combined with Houston’s humidity, afternoon heat index values will climb to betwe...
James Talarico continues to edge out Ken Paxton in Texas’ U.S. Senate race, new poll finds
The latest University of Texas/Texas Politics Project poll shows Democratic state Rep. Talarico leading Republican Attorney General Paxton by three percentage points, with 14% of respondents undecided. Republicans maintain a modest lead over Democratic candidates in most other leading statewide c...
Senate poll finds Texas Democrats more energized as Talarico leads Paxton11h ago
Colorado police officer uses body cam to communicate in Mandarin in traffic stop11h ago
Houston ICE shooting: Second witness ordered to be released within the next 48 hours
A federal judge has ordered the immediate release of Daniel Tirado Pantoja from custody after granting his petition for Writ of Habeas Corpus.
Texas fall foliage 2026: Why the Farmers’ Almanac predicts a 'spotty' season
People in Texas who are fans of fall colors may be disappointed this year.
Here's when Social Security COLA update is expected to be announced
Retirees can start planning: The Social Security Administration is expected to announce the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, soon. Here's when.
HPD Chief Noe Diaz skips meeting on HPD-ICE coordination, city attorney curtails transparency
Chief Diaz was slated to present an update on communication between HPD officers and ICE agents. He was a no-show.
Erick Lopez, deported to Honduras after HPD traffic stop, misses the ‘freedom’ of his life in Houston
Lopez was one of at least 19 people HPD handed over to ICE from April through June. On Tuesday, HPD Chief Noe Diaz was slated to face questions from a city council committee about the coordination — but he skipped the meeting.
UPDATED No chief, no answers: HPD's first ICE contact report draws scrutiny without Diaz12h ago
Judge orders release of second witness to fatal Houston ICE shooting from federal custody12h ago
UPDATED Kam Franklin steps into the spotlight with her first solo album, ‘Land of the Neon Sun’
You know Kam Franklin’s voice from the acclaimed Gulf Coast soul band The Suffers. Now, the Houston singer-songwriter is stepping into a new chapter with her first full-length solo album, “Land of the Neon Sun,” arriving Friday, Aug. 28. The 12-song album puts Franklin’s own stories, perspective ...
Paralyzed cancer survivor from Houston launches home repair nonprofit
Childhood cancer survivor Kris Kivi launched 4K Hands of Hope after a tumor removal surgery left his leg paralyzed. The nonprofit delivers free emergency home repairs to elderly residents, veterans, and single parents across the Houston-area.
A partial lunar eclipse you can catch before bed
The above photo is a simulation of what the moon may look like at mid-eclipse Thursday night. Courtesy of Stellarium. Thursday night, a partial lunar eclipse: What’s happening? Thursday night, the Moon will slip into Earth’s shadow. Instead of disappearing, though, it will take on a warm, orangis...
Target apologizes, pulls Halloween costume over offensive imagery
Retailer chain Target has pulled a Halloween costume off shelves and issued an apology after admitting the offensive nature of the product.
Pennsylvania confirms first measles-related deaths in 35 years
Two unvaccinated people in Lancaster County have died after contracting measles, marking the state's first measles-related deaths in 35 years, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
5-year-old boy and father will be deported after ICE arrest on way to Austin soccer game
Liam Tadeo's father has chosen to return to Mexico with his son rather than risk the child being separated from his family. Liam was due to begin kindergarten in Austin this year.
Dallas to pay nearly $2 million on security for Republican midterm convention16h ago
Ag Commissioner Sid Miller: Some Texas Republicans will lose in November due to rural voter outrage16h ago
Highway 90 crash: 1 person critically injured near Crosby, Life Flight called
Harris County officials are investigating a major crash in Crosby after multiple lanes of US-90 had to be shut down.
Highway 99 crash: 1 dead after vehicle hits pillar, catches fire
Harris County officials report one person is dead after a vehicle caught fire during a crash late Monday evening near the Cypress area.
City funds for Beryl repair (Aug. 25, 2026)
On Tuesday's show: We get details on a new city program to help homeowners whose property was damaged in the 2024 derecho or Hurricane Beryl. And we look back at historic leaders in Houston’s history and consider why some are beloved, some are controversial, and why those sentiments can change ov...
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