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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (September 21, 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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A Look Inside Surgical Tech Training
As the medical field continues to evolve, surgical technologists play a vital role in keeping operating rooms running safely and efficiently. During National Surgical Technologist Week, Houston Life took a closer look at this hands-on career at Fortis College Houston South. Forti...
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders halt to all data center permits
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to halt all permits sought by data centers until the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) completes an audit. The governors office says state agencies require the data from the a...
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Hello Houston (September 21, 2026)
Today: We discuss how eliminating greenhouse gas limits for power plants could affect Houston, talk about Texas's new statewide reading list for public school students, learn about the threat coral reefs are facing in the Gulf, and more....
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New World screwworm cases climb to 50, with latest found in New Mexico horse
Fifty New World screwworm infestations have been confirmed in the U.S. since the outbreak began, including 48 in Texas and two in New Mexico. Learn which animals are at risk, what symptoms to watch for and how officials are working to contain the spread....
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3 solid ways to stretch your grocery budget as food prices rise
Grocery bills can add up quickly, but the Houston Food Bank says families can take several practical steps to make their food budgets go further. Jennifer De Silva, a Houston Food Bank representative, recommends planning ahead before heading to the store. Start by checking what y...
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AP Exclusive: ICE hides locations of thousands of detainees with final removal orders
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has stopped publicly revealing where it is holding most detainees who are subject to final deportation orders, in a move that has made it harder for lawyers and relatives to find them....
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Houston weather: More summer sizzle and evening thunderstorms Monday
Forecast at a glace: Hot and humid conditions will continue into the beginning of the week. Stray sea-breeze showers and pop up storms will return to the forecast again on Monday. A few storms coming early week: A weak front will fall into Texas overnight and the leftovers will l...
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Galveston County Sheriff’s Office fires deputy over driving video: ‘Inappropriate, unacceptable’
The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy has been fired after the agency reviewed video footage that depicted the deputy driving a marked unit in an “unacceptable” manner. According to the sheriff’s office, the footage showed the deputy following another vehicle at an ...
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Where to see fall foliage in Texas
Texas fall colors peak late October through November. Discover top leaf-peeping spots from Lost Maples to East Texas, according to Texas A&M Forest Service experts....
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Latest in Heights Crime, when does the Pizza Place open, and a recap on Joe Panzarella’s 100-day town hall
Hi👋 Hope you’re having a great Monday! Every time I send one of these out, the open rates are fantastic. So I just wanted to say thank you for reading, and being here. I’m so thankful for you! I’m also working behind the scenes on even more ways for us to connect. That means the...
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Vikki Goodwin files police report saying Dan Patrick broke law with AI-generated campaign ads
Goodwin said that two ads depicting "deepfake" images of her violate a campaign law passed by the Texas legislature in 2019.
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Houston teen charged after fatally shooting boyfriend while vlogging
An 18-year-old woman has been charged with manslaughter after allegedly fatally shooting her boyfriend of two years in the head at a townhome on Fondren Road earlier this year. Emily Abigail Perez was charged Friday and is currently not in custody, according to records. The shoot...
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Gun found at Willis High School; student detained
Officials say a student report led to administrators finding a loaded gun on campus.
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Houstonians mourn the loss of shared culture
From radio and TV to music, there is a cultural shift from shared, physical rituals to individualized digital feeds. Credit: Gemini Ai There was a time when a whole city tuned into the same radio station, rented from the same video store, and argued over the same album drop. That...