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World Cup Final Sunday: Where Houston Fans Can Watch
Spain meets Argentina in Sunday's World Cup Final. Here's where Houston fans can catch every minute live.
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Houston Faces Mid-to-Upper 90s Heat This Weekend With Gulf Threats
A strong high-pressure system is pushing Houston temperatures into the mid-to-upper 90s this weekend, with tropical activity also developing in the Gulf....
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Alvin ISD Removes Three Staff Over Special Education Misconduct Claims
Three Alvin ISD employees at Nolan Ryan Junior High are out after allegations of improper physical contact with special education students.
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METRORail Train and Houston Fire Vehicle Collide Near Museum District
A METRORail train and a Houston Fire Department vehicle collided near the Museum District Thursday, injuring at least three passengers.
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SE Houston Car Wash Shooting Leaves 1 Hospitalized, Suspect Fired at Deputy
A Friday shooting at a southeast Houston car wash sent one person to the hospital after a suspect fled and allegedly fired at a Harris County deputy.
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Houston Faces Hot, Dry Weekend After Friday Rain Exits
A brief window of rain Friday gives way to a hotter, drier stretch across Houston and Harris County this weekend.
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FDA Ties Taco Bell Lettuce to Cyclospora Cases Rising in Texas
The FDA has linked shredded iceberg lettuce at certain Taco Bell locations to a multistate Cyclospora outbreak, with Texas cases climbing.
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US Attorney Reveals ICE Made Prior Stop Attempt Before Fatal Houston Shooting
New details emerged Wednesday in the deadly Houston ICE shooting, with the top federal prosecutor for Texas disclosing agents had attempted a vehicle stop before the fatal confrontation....
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Bay City Apartment Inspections Expose Structural Failures, Tenant Rights at Stak
Public inspection records from Bay City's Palm Village Apartments show structural problems and code violations — a warning sign for renters across Greater Houston....
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Rising Gas Prices Hit Houston Drivers Amid Iran Military Tensions
Houston-area drivers are paying more at the pump this week as U.S. military strikes on Iran push fuel costs higher across Harris County.
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NTSB Issues Preliminary Findings in Fatal Katy Tesla Home Crash
Federal investigators released findings on a June Tesla crash in Katy that killed 76-year-old Martha Avila inside her home.
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Harris County Rules Alejandro Corona Jr. Death a Homicide After Police Taser
Harris County's medical examiner classified the death of a 43-year-old Houston man as homicide after a police Taser deployment outside his east Houston home....
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Cypress Kroger Shooting Leaves Multiple Victims, Suspect Detained
A domestic disturbance escalated into a shooting at a Cypress Kroger Tuesday night, leaving multiple people injured and one suspect in custody.
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Houston Woman Ends 3-Month Cable Standoff With One TV Call
Linia Lee spent more than three months trying to get a downed cable removed from her Houston backyard. A call to KPRC2 fixed it in days.
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CBP Nabs Child Sex Assault Suspect at Brownsville Border Crossing
A 20-year-old wanted on a child sexual assault warrant was stopped at the Brownsville Port of Entry, showing how federal border screening catches fugitives....
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Pasture Mealybug Hits 70 Texas Counties, Threatening Harris County Hay Supply
A destructive invasive insect has reached 70 Texas counties, putting pressure on hay producers who supply Greater Houston's livestock and equestrian operations....
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Texas AG Probes LinkedIn Over Fake Job Listings Hurting Houston Workers
Texas is investigating LinkedIn over alleged 'ghost job' listings. Houston-area job seekers may be wasting time applying to positions that don't exist....
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Black Maternal Mental Health Week Spotlights Houston's Postpartum Care Gaps
A national awareness week July 19-25 puts pressure on Houston-area providers to address higher rates of postpartum depression among Black mothers.
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Congressional Field Hearing Set in Houston Over ICE Shooting Death
A federal field hearing is coming to Houston to examine the ICE shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, FOX 26 reports.
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Teen Shot in Montrose Left in Critical Condition Monday Night
A 16-year-old was found shot and in critical condition in Houston's Montrose neighborhood Monday night, according to FOX 26 Houston.
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Montgomery County Neighborhood Flooding Cuts Off Residents During Storm Season
Homeowners in a Montgomery County subdivision are stranded by recurring floodwaters, raising alarms as Greater Houston enters peak hurricane season.
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Harris County Seeks Funds to Probe July 7 ICE Shooting Death
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis wants county money for an outside probe into the July 7 ICE shooting that killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.
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Harris County DA Demands Answers After ICE Fatally Shoots Houston Man
Harris County DA Sean Teare is pushing for a full investigation after a federal ICE agent shot and killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo on Canal Street.
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Harris County Worker Dies After Falling Into Construction Shaft
A worker died Sunday near Sheldon after falling into a deep shaft at a construction site, the Harris County Sheriff's Office is investigating.
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Houston Rapper Judy World Killed; Suspect Faces Manslaughter Charge
A suspect has been charged in the stabbing death of Houston rapper Judy World, a loss felt across the city's music community.
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Two Dead in Eastex Freeway Crash, HPD Investigating Sunday Night
A fatal two-vehicle crash on the Eastex Freeway killed two people Sunday night, with HPD closing southbound lanes for an extended investigation.
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Southeast Houston Man Killed by Girlfriend's Mother's Fiancé After Saturday Figh
A man was fatally shot Saturday night in southeast Houston after a fight involving his girlfriend's mother's fiancé, according to investigators.
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Double Homicide in Southeast Houston Leaves Suspect at Large
Two people were found shot dead inside a southeast Houston home Sunday morning. Police are searching for a suspect.
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Two Killed in Southeast Houston Home Sunday; Suspect at Large
Houston police are searching for a suspect after two people were found dead inside a southeast Houston residence early Sunday morning.
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Vigil Mourns Lorenzo Salgado Araujo After Fatal ICE Shooting
Houston community members gathered Friday for a candlelight vigil honoring Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, fatally shot Tuesday during an ICE enforcement operation....
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CDC Investigates Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Now in 31 States
A parasitic intestinal illness has spread to at least 31 states. Harris County health officials urge Houston residents to stay alert.
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Astros Host Rangers in Three-Game Texas Showdown This Weekend
Houston's Astros face the Rangers in a three-game series this weekend at Minute Maid Park, reigniting one of baseball's sharpest in-state rivalries.
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Pasadena Police Sergeant Quits Amid Probe Over Surveillance Camera Misuse
A Pasadena police sergeant resigned Thursday while under internal investigation for allegedly using department surveillance tech to track a fellow officer....
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Whitmire Calls ICE 'Out of Control' After Fatal Tuesday Shooting
Houston Mayor John Whitmire and Harris County DA Sean Teare are pushing for an independent probe after a deadly ICE-involved shooting this week.
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Houston Named Among U.S. Cities Hardest Hit by Rental Scams
Houston ranks among the U.S. cities most targeted by fraudulent rental listings. Here is what renters need to know before signing a lease.
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Six Texas-Tied Players Head to MLB All-Star Weekend in Philadelphia
Houston baseball fans have reason to watch the 2026 MLB All-Star Weekend closely, with six players connected to Texas teams set to appear.
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Lamar CISD Opens CTE Workforce Center Near Greater Houston Next Month
A new career and technical training facility in Rosenberg, set to open in August, expands workforce pipelines for Greater Houston's booming job market....
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Costco Faces Lawsuit Over Heavy Metals Found in Protein Powder
A class action suit targets Costco over alleged lead, arsenic, and cadmium in a protein powder it sells — a concern for Houston-area shoppers.
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Fort Bend County Leadership Dispute Threatens Regional Budget Stability
A legal fight over Fort Bend County's interim judge is stalling budget work — and Greater Houston commuters and businesses could feel the fallout.
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No Body Camera Footage Exists From Fatal ICE Shooting in Houston
ICE agents who fatally shot a man in Houston's East End on July 7 were not wearing body cameras, DHS confirmed Wednesday.
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ICE Encounter Rights: Houston Attorney Explains What To Do
After a fatal ICE shooting raised urgent questions, a Houston immigration attorney outlines the legal rights residents have during federal agent stops....
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Houston Has Free Weekend Events July 10-12 for Families
Houston-area families can skip the summer heat bills this weekend — free events are lined up across the city July 10-12.
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Mexico's President Addresses Fatal Houston ICE Shooting Wednesday
A deadly ICE shooting in Houston drew an international response Wednesday, as Mexico's president publicly addressed the incident.
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Byron Canady's Third Ward Comics Shop Rallies Houston Black Fandom for DreamCon
Gulf Coast Cosmos Comics in Houston's Third Ward is hosting Geek Meet events and artist signings ahead of DreamCon 2026, centering Black fans and creators....
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Harris County DA Seeks Witnesses in Fatal East Houston ICE Shooting
Harris County's top prosecutor is calling on witnesses to come forward after an ICE agent fatally shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in east Houston Tuesday.
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Duke MBA Student With Leukemia Needs Stem Cell Donor, Minority Match Rates Low
A Duke MBA student's leukemia diagnosis spotlights a critical shortage of stem cell donors from minority backgrounds — a gap Houston's diverse population could help close....
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Houston Health Department Reports 16 Cyclosporiasis Cases Citywide
Houston officials have confirmed 16 cyclosporiasis infections across the city. Here's what Harris County residents need to know.
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Houston Man Jailed After Terroristic Threat Standoff in Heights
A 33-year-old Houston man was booked into Harris County Jail Tuesday after a standoff at a Heights apartment complex, police say.
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ICE Officer Fatally Shoots Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston
Family and community advocates held a press conference demanding answers after a U.S. ICE officer shot and killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston.
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ICE Arrests Surge Amid Houston Shooting Death Investigation
Federal immigration arrests are climbing nationwide as Houston grapples with questions surrounding a fatal ICE shooting involving a local man.
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YMCA, Reliant Give 320 Houston Kids Free Drowning-Prevention Lessons
A partnership between the YMCA of Greater Houston and Reliant brings no-cost water safety training to 320 children in underserved Harris County communities this summer....
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Eastex Freeway Fatal Crash Kills One Near Humble Wednesday
A single-vehicle crash on the Eastex Freeway in Humble killed one person early Wednesday after a car struck a utility pole and burned.
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ICE Officer Fatally Shoots Houston Man in Magnolia Park
An ICE enforcement operation in Houston's Magnolia Park neighborhood ended in the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, drawing calls for accountability....
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ICE Officer Fatally Shoots Man Near Canal Street in Houston
A man died Tuesday after an ICE officer opened fire near Canal Street and Wayside Drive in Houston, raising questions across Harris County.
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Bush Intercontinental Ground Stop Cleared After Tuesday Thunderstorms
A weather-related ground stop at Bush Intercontinental Airport was lifted Tuesday evening after thunderstorms moved through the Houston area.
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Houston Doctors Warn Summer Heat Demands Serious Sunscreen Habits
With Houston's brutal July heat, dermatologists say most residents aren't applying sunscreen correctly — or often enough.
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Two Drown in Spring Pond, Shaking Harris County Neighborhood
A toddler and an elderly relative died Sunday in a Spring subdivision pond, prompting neighbors to attempt a desperate rescue.
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Houston-Area Drowning Deaths Climb as Summer Pool Season Peaks
Water safety experts are urging Harris County families to act now as drowning fatalities increase across the Greater Houston area this summer.
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Fort Bend Child Abuse Case Puts Harris County Reporting Hotlines in Focus
A Fort Bend County girl's 911 call spotlights how quickly child abuse reports can determine life or death outcomes across Greater Houston.
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Harris County Man Arrested After Puppy Found in Locked Trunk
A Harris County man faces charges after a puppy was discovered abandoned in a locked car trunk in a Channelview field, authorities confirmed Sunday.
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Fort Bend County Judge Sues County Attorney Over Disputed Appointment
Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong filed suit Sunday against County Attorney Bridgette Smith-Lawson, seeking court clarification on his judicial appointment amid a government dispute....
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Harris County Heat Index Could Hit 108 Degrees Sunday Afternoon
Dangerous heat is building across Houston Sunday, with feels-like temperatures potentially topping 108°F by midday in urban areas.
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Northwest Houston Laundromat Evacuated After Vehicle Fire Spreads
A vehicle fire jumped to a northwest Houston laundromat Sunday night, sending customers outside as smoke filled the building.
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South Houston Fireworks Dispute Turns Violent, Two Shot July 4
A Fourth of July fireworks dispute in South Houston escalated into a shooting Saturday, leaving two people injured, police say.
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I-45 Saw Multiple Crashes Before Deputy Erika Serrato's Fatal Collision
Records reveal at least two prior crashes on I-45 preceded the wreck that killed Montgomery County Deputy Erika Serrato, raising corridor safety questions....
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Triple-Digit Heat Index Warnings Hit Harris County This Sunday
Heat index values are expected to climb into dangerous territory across Houston and Harris County on Sunday, July 5, prompting weather warnings.
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Fourth of July Fireworks Argument Turns Violent on Houston's South Side
A neighborhood fireworks argument in Houston's South Side turned into a shooting Sunday morning, leaving two people injured.
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Houston Bakes Sunday as Heat and Humidity Persist Across Harris County
Oppressive heat and high humidity are holding over Houston on Sunday, July 5, raising heat-safety concerns for outdoor activities across Harris County....
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Houston Hosts Final World Cup Match on July 4
Houston's last FIFA World Cup 2026 game falls on Independence Day, drawing massive crowds to NRG Stadium this Friday.
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Heat Advisory Covers Harris County Through 7 PM Friday
A heat advisory is in effect for Houston and Harris County until 7 PM Friday, with dangerous heat index readings expected during peak afternoon hours.
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HFD Engine Hits METRORail Train Near Downtown Houston Friday
A Houston Fire Department engine struck a METRORail train near downtown early Friday, disrupting rail service along one of the city's busiest corridors....
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Harris County Heat Advisory Warns of 109-Degree Index Saturday
A heat advisory covers all of Harris County Saturday, with dangerous heat index levels expected through 7 PM. Stay hydrated and limit outdoor time.
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FIFA Fan Festival Caps Attendance Thursday Near Downtown Houston
Houston's FIFA World Cup Fan Festival hit capacity Thursday evening, with organizers temporarily halting entry until space opened up.
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Texas AG Probes StubHub Over World Cup Ticket Cancellations Hitting Houston Fans
Houston-area fans who bought 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets through StubHub may have been left without seats as Texas's attorney general opens a formal inquiry....
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Harris County Splash Pads Extend Hours Free During July Heat
Five Harris County Precinct 4 splash pads now open 8 a.m.–8 p.m. daily, two hours earlier than usual, at no cost during triple-digit heat.
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Erik Arceneaux Convicted in 2018 Murder of Maria Rodriguez
A Harris County jury found Erik Fardell Arceneaux guilty of murdering Maria Rodriguez, whose 2018 disappearance went unsolved for nearly eight years.
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Houston Icons Beyonce, LBJ Rank Among Most Influential Texans
A new ranking spotlights Houston-rooted figures like Beyonce among the most influential Texans in American history, from politics to culture.
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Atascocita Bakery Crash Kills Young Woman, Family Demands Barriers
A Harris County mother is demanding storefront safety barriers after her daughter was killed in a vehicle crash at an Atascocita bakery, the second such incident at the same shopping center....
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TMC Employee Sues Over Parking Garage Attack, Citing Security Gaps
A Houston healthcare worker filed suit against the Texas Medical Center, claiming preventable security failures led to a violent assault in a public garage....
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Houston Boy's Eye Transformation Highlights Local Optometry Care
An 11-year-old Houston boy born with a disfigured eye worked with a local optometrist to achieve a matching appearance, moving his family to tears.
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Menefee Presses EPA on Fifth Ward, Kashmere Gardens Contamination Delays
Congressman Christian Menefee is pushing the EPA for transparency on a stalled contamination probe affecting Fifth Ward and Kashmere Gardens residents....
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Missouri City Café Grain & Berry Brings Açaí Bowls to Greater Houston
A new fast-casual spot in Missouri City is drawing health-conscious eaters from across the Greater Houston area with açaí bowls, smoothies, and fresh juices....
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Harris County Driver Charged After Tesla Crash Kills Katy Woman, 76
A Harris County driver faces charges after a Tesla struck a Katy home last month, killing a 76-year-old woman, FOX 26 Houston reports.
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How Houston FIFA Fans Can Retrieve Third-Party World Cup Tickets
Click2Houston KPRC2 Local published a guide Wednesday on retrieving 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets bought through resale vendors — here's what Houston fans need to know....
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Texas Rangers Probe Former Brazoria Deputy in Lake Jackson Death
Texas Rangers executed a search warrant Tuesday in the investigation of a former Brazoria County deputy linked to a death in Lake Jackson last month.
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Houston Methodist Worker Sues Texas Medical Center Over Parking Lot Stabbing
A Houston Methodist veterinary technician has sued the Texas Medical Center after a near-fatal stabbing in a parking lot, raising safety questions for thousands of daily workers....
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Universal Kids Resort Opens in Frisco, 250 Miles From Houston
A new Universal theme park built for young children opened Tuesday in Frisco — a drivable option for Houston families seeking a summer trip.
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Texas Deploys Wildfire Aid to Colorado, Leaving Houston Resources Stretched
Texas is sending firefighting personnel and equipment to Colorado amid deadly wildfires, a move Houston-area emergency managers are watching closely.
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Fatal West Houston Crash Follows Highway 6 Stolen-Vehicle Chase
A stolen-vehicle chase ended in a deadly crash on Highway 6 in west Houston early Wednesday, leaving one dead and two in custody.
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Montgomery County Deputy Quits After Snapchat Arrestee Photo Scandal
A Montgomery County Precinct 5 deputy resigned Tuesday after an internal probe found he posted protected arrestee photos on Snapchat and drove his patrol unit unsafely....
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Fort Bend County Aerial Spraying Signals Serious Mosquito Threat for Houston
Mosquito pressure is severe enough this summer that Fort Bend County launched aerial spraying. Harris County residents face real disease risk.
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Tomball Construction Halted After Possible Historic Cemetery Found
A Tomball construction project stopped Monday after workers uncovered what may be headstones from a historic cemetery, raising questions for Harris County preservationists....
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Supreme Court Preserves Birthright Citizenship; Abbott Blasts Ruling
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship Tuesday, keeping a 14th Amendment guarantee intact for Texas-born children — a ruling with direct stakes for Houston's immigration communities....
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Houston Tennis Legend Weighs In on Williams' Wimbledon Wildcard
A Houston-area tennis figure says Serena Williams' 2026 Wimbledon wildcard entry carries meaning beyond a trophy. Here's the local angle.
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Houston Pet Owners Warned: Fireworks Carry Real Risks for Animals
Texas ranks among states with high fireworks-related pet injuries. Houston vets urge owners to act before July 4.
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White House Right-to-Repair Order Puts Houston Auto Shops on Notice
A White House directive signed Monday backs vehicle owners' right to choose their own mechanics — a shift Houston's independent repair shops are watching closely....
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Houston Faces July 4th Heat While East Coast Hits Records
Houston heads into the July 4th weekend under sweltering heat, with Harris County residents urged to plan outdoor celebrations carefully.
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Brazil vs. Japan at NRG Stadium Brings Road Closures to Houston Monday
A FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match kicks off at noon Monday at NRG Stadium, triggering road closures across the area.
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Worker Killed by Vehicle in Gulf Freeway Construction Zone Sunday
A construction worker died Sunday night after a work vehicle struck him inside an active c…
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Houston's Rich History of Exploration and Discovery
A new episode of The Engines of Our Ingenuity explores the history of four-footed beasts and serpents, highlighting the importance of zoology in Houston's past and present....
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Houston Republicans Unite Behind Party Platform
Houston Republicans gather in unity behind party platform, impacting local politics and community.
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New Podcast Explores 2025 Texas Hill Country Flood
A new podcast, 'After the Flood,' delves into the 2025 disaster in the Texas Hill Country, affecting Houston residents and the state's flood response.
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Houston's Economic Growth Hinges on Innovation
Houston residents face challenges in economic growth, innovation, and risk management.
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Houston-area football star Chace Calicut commits to Georgia Southern
Former North Shore football star Chace Calicut flips commitment to Georgia Southern ahead of freshman season, affecting Houston area football fans.
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Houston firefighter's final wish sparks local kidney donation drive
A Texas firefighter's final wish to save his wife's life is inspiring a local kidney donation drive in Houston.
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Houston's Musical Heritage Explored in New Podcast Episode
A new episode of The Engines of Our Ingenuity podcast explores the life and work of Hugo Distler, a pioneering composer of 20th-century music.
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Houston Man's Cross-Country Trek Ends in Katy with a Heartwarming Gift
A Houston man's incredible journey from Houston to San Antonio and back has a sweet ending for Katy kids.
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Pleasure Pier roller coaster malfunction strands 8 students for hours, VP blames
8 HISD students stuck on roller coaster at Pleasure Pier for hours due to sensor failure, Pleasure Pier VP says
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Flood Advisory Issued for Houston Area on June 4
Flood advisory issued for Houston area on June 4, with minor flooding expected in low-lying areas near Buffalo Bayou and Memorial Park.
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Blue Bell ice cream returns for America's 250th anniversary with patriotic flavo
Blue Bell's Red, White & Blue Bell ice cream makes a patriotic return for the U.S. 250th anniversary, featuring strawberry, vanilla and blueberry flavors....
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Houston residents must plan evacuation routes ahead of time
Houston residents must plan evacuation routes ahead of time to ensure safety during a hurricane.
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Car slams into 18-wheeler in northwest Harris County, causing road closure
A car crashed into an 18-wheeler unloading cinderblocks in northwest Harris County, forcing a road closure.
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Jane Nelson's Resignation Affects Texas Election Landscape
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson's resignation will impact Houston residents and the state's election process.
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Cy-Fair ISD emergency training at Rowe Middle School causes concern for parents
Cy-Fair ISD emergency training at Rowe Middle School causes concern for parents, but officials say it's a routine exercise.
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New tool allows Houston parents to look up complaints against local teachers
A new online tool allows Houston parents to look up complaints and disciplinary actions against local teachers and other school employees.
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Houston's Energy Industry Faces New Challenges
Houston residents may face new challenges in the energy industry due to the three body problem and chaos.
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Justice of the Peace Precinct 7 Sees Shift in Leadership
For Houston residents, the recent election results bring a new era for Justice of the Peac…
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Houston voters head to the polls for Texas primary runoff
For Houston residents, today marks the day to cast their ballots in the Texas primary runoff elections.
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Astros' combined no-hitter brings excitement to Houston sports fans
The Houston Astros' combined no-hitter has brought excitement to the city's sports fans, who are eager to see their team succeed.
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Meat Prices Hit Houston Barbecue Joints Hard
Houston barbecue joints struggle as meat prices skyrocket, forcing some to close.
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Seaplanes' Forgotten Legacy in Houston's Waterways
Houston residents may not know that seaplanes once played a significant role in the city's transportation history, but a recent podcast episode sheds light on their forgotten legacy....
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Houston-area family's beloved dog vanishes after maintenance crew enters apartme
A Houston-area family is searching for their missing dog after a maintenance crew entered their apartment.
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Flood Advisory issued for Houston residents, affecting daily commutes and outdoo
A flood advisory has been issued for Houston residents, with heavy rain expected to cause urban and small stream flooding in low-lying areas.
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Houston Residents Can Learn from the Monte Hall Problem
Houston residents can learn from the Monte Hall problem, a concept that highlights the importance of information in decision-making.
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KPRC 2 Launches Community Helping Community Initiative
KPRC 2's Community Helping Community initiative aims to tackle problems and provide answers to Houston residents.
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DeAnda Brothers Boxing Gym Hosts Community Event for Houston Residents
DeAnda Brothers Boxing Gym is hosting a community event for Houston residents, providing a safe space for people to come together and support one another....
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Houston residents grapple with senseless violence as family mourns 21-year-old s
A 21-year-old woman was shot to death inside a Crosby-area home, leaving behind a family and community in shock.
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Flood Advisory Issued for Houston Area on May 20
A flood advisory has been issued for the Houston area on May 20, with minor flooding expected in low-lying areas.
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Houston Public Media Explores Poetry's Role
Houston Public Media examines poetry's significance, impacting Houston residents
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Houston's Upcoming Match Against Texas Tech: What to Expect
Houston residents can expect a competitive match against Texas Tech, with the team's performance influenced by their previous encounters.
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University of Houston Athletics Falls Short in Season Finale
University of Houston Athletics falls short in season finale, impacting local sports fans and the city's sports scene.
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Bridging the gap in veteran support
A Texas-based nonprofit is reshaping how veterans access support by combining a live, nationwide resource network with rapid-response aid programs, highlighting the ongoing gaps many veterans face when seeking basic services....
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Free VPN “Voidly” Uses Artificial Intelligence to Help People Get Around Internet Blocks
Voidly is a new, free VPN that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help people reach blocked websites. The service automatically adjusts to bypass government firewalls and doesn’t collect personal data or charge any fees....
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Houston Restaurant Weeks Returns August 1, Serving Meals and Fighting Hunger
From August 1 through September 1, 2025, Houston Restaurant Weeks brings 32 days of delicious dining deals while raising critical funds for the Houston Food Bank. The annual event features specially priced multi-course menus at top local restaurants, all for a good cause....
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Houston Paralympian Sets Sights on Gold in Paris 2024
Houston triathlete Melissa Stockwell, a decorated Paralympian and former U.S. Army officer, is intensifying her training as she aims for gold at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. With strong community support, Stockwell’s journey embodies resilience and determination....
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Rising professional boxer killed by vehicle while riding her bicycle in rural Brazos County
Hannah Rapp, 26, was riding with another person Saturday morning when she was hit, according to the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office, which says a 31-year-old man was arrested and charged with manslaughter....
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Tropical Storm Bertha moves across northern Gulf toward Texas
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Pilot injured after small plane crashes into home near Fulshear airstrip
A pilot suffered minor injuries after a small plane crashed into a home near the Covey Trails Airstrip on Tuesday, according to authorities. The Fulshear Simonton Fire Department said firefighters from Fulshear Simonton Fire Department, Community Volunteer Fire Department, and th...
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Person found unconscious near bayou in east Houston; homicide investigators responding
Houston police are investigating after a person was found unconscious near a bayou in east Houston Monday morning According to the Houston Police Department, officers responded around 7:10 a.m. to the 7200 block of J.W. Peavy Drive after receiving a report of an unconscious perso...
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1 hospitalized after plane crashes into house near Fulshear
A small plane crashed into a house near Fulshear on Monday morning.
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Denied long-term disability? Consumer expert shares 3 steps that could help protect your claim
Long-term disability insurance is designed to provide financial support when a medical condition prevents someone from working. But for many people, getting those benefits can become a lengthy and difficult process. One Houston-area woman says she’s been fighting for two years af...
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Houston evacuation routes, zones by zip code for 2026 hurricane season
Houston and Galveston area evacuation routes and zones by zip codes for the 2026 hurricane season. Know when to evaucate.
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Dollar Tree to shutter 75 stores while growing its overall footprint
Dollar Tree plans to close dozens of stores nationwide this year while continuing to expand its overall footprint.
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Texas’ bite of the microchip industry is growing thanks to public grants, incentives
For years, the state has been the leading exporter of semiconductor chips. After the Legislature invested more than $1.5 billion into incentives since 2023, the industry has been booming....
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Apple Music subscription prices are going up. Here’s what you’ll pay now
If you’re an Apple Music subscriber, you may notice a higher monthly bill. Apple has increased prices for all of its Apple Music subscription plans in the U.S., marking the first price increase since 2022. The new pricing took effect July 17. According to Apple, the increase is t...
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Number of college loan defaults soar in Texas and the nation
College borrowers in default have ballooned to a national record 9.2 million – up by 4.2 million since April 2025. In Texas, 878,000 are in default, the most of any state....
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Motel maintenance worker shot multiple times in Houston's South Side: HPD
Houston police are searching for a group who allegedly shot a maintenance worker multiple times in southeast Houston at a motel.
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State Department warns Americans traveling or living abroad to be extra cautious
Americans living or traveling anywhere outside the United States need to be extra cautious and pay attention to the news for any breaking events, the State Department warned in a travel advisory issued over the weekend....
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North Texas soldier among two service members killed in Jordan drone strike
A 19-year-old soldier from North Texas was among two service members killed in Jordan during recent Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks, raising the total U.S. military death toll in the conflict with Iran to 17....
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Harris County apartment fire: 1 dead, 12 injured in multi-alarm fire
One person is dead after a multi-alarm fire broke out at an Harris County apartment complex early Monday morning.
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Climate scientists have predicted greater flooding in Texas for decades. It’s happening now
Warmer air holds more water. When that air encounters the right weather conditions, bigger storms emerge.
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Fort Bend County leadership drama (July 20, 2026)
On Monday's show: We get an update on several stories in Fort Bend County, including how drama over the leadership of the county might affect the tax rate there and how developers are facing hurdles in their attempt to purchase land adjacent to the Sugar Land 95 burial site....
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Amber Alert: 5-year-old Edward Hall found dead near his Katy home
Edward Hall has been found dead after an Amber Alert was issued for his disappearance in Katy.
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Maintenance worker shot after confronting group outside southeast Houston apartment complex
A maintenance worker was shot multiple times after confronting a group of young people outside an apartment complex in southeast Houston Monday, according to police. The shooting happened shortly after midnight in the 3600 block of Old Spanish Trail. 1 dead, several injured in ov...
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Tropical Storm Bertha forms and tracks towards Houston late week
Tropical Storm Bertha has formed in the eastern Gulf. Bertha will move northwest, bringing high surf, and gusty winds along the Gulf Coast. For southeast Texas, the center of circulation doesn’t arrive until Friday. The big question is how big the impacts will be from Bertha in s...
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Man charged with murder after fatal fire at Spring area apartment complex
A man has been arrested, accused of starting a fire at a Spring area apartment complex that left one person dead and several others injured Monday morning, according to officials. The fire broke out around 1:30 a.m. at an apartment complex in the 4600 block of Cypresswood Drive, ...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3388: Omar Khayyam
Episode: 3388 Let us see how much Omar Khayyam accomplished, beyond his having inspired poet Edward FitzGerald. Today, Omar Khayyam.
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Movies and TV shows casting this week in Houston
Stacker compiled a list of projects casting in Houston right now and the roles they’re looking to fill, using listings from Casting Networks . Read on to see what is filming in your area and could be your breakout role. Grusho Anna // Shutterstock Goodlucks Stl – Project type: th...
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The long war against Michelle Obama’s womanhood
This article was originally written by Joseph Williams for Word In Black. Most Americans have never heard of Josh Hokit, and probably couldn’t pick the failed pro football player-turned-UFC fighter out of a photo lineup. But on Sunday night, after winning the biggest fight of his...
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Black Texans cannot afford the luxury of perfect candidates
Every election cycle, we hear the same refrain. “I’m sitting this one out.” “Both parties are the same.” “They haven’t earned my vote.” Lately, I’ve heard another variation. “James Talarico hasn’t done enough for Black people.” Whether you’re talking about James Talarico or any o...
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OWN’s Heart & Hustle Houston stars talk real business
OWN’s “Heart & Hustle: Houston” is in its second season, and cameras follow six Black women as they navigate ambition, family, and friendship in one of the country’s most competitive cities. But for cast members Alaina Saulsberry and LeBrina Jackson, what airs each Saturday night...
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Chris Robinson is turning cultural memory into public art
Long before Chris Robinson was designing commemorative logos or winning flag commissions, he was a boy on the east side of Austin, sitting cross-legged in front of the television with a coloring book, copying whatever the man on the PBS art show was drawing. That early ritual gre...
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Houston rallies to demand justice for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
Hundreds of people gathered at a Houston park for a rally to demand transparency and justice following the death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a local construction worker who was shot and killed during an ICE operation....
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‘We’re looking for our own kid’: Katy neighbors unite to search for missing 5-year-old Eddie Hall
Dozens of neighbors, many of them parents of children with autism, are searching neighborhoods, retention ponds and wooded areas for a missing 5-year-old boy in Fort Bend County. Eddie Hall was last seen Sunday in the 3800 block of Ryans Rock Court in Katy, according to the Fort ...
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Uvalde County flooding forces residents to gut homes as creek overflows
After historic, record-shattering rainfall sent the Leona River and local creeks overflowing into Uvalde County homes, residents are left gutting their properties down to the studs while local disaster relief teams rush to serve thousands of hot meals....
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Vice President JD Vance’s wife Usha gives birth to couple’s fourth child
Vice President JD Vance’s family just got a little bigger. On Sunday, Second Lady Usha Vance gave birth to a baby boy.
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$11K reward for Florida murder suspect Isabelle Johnson as search widens
A multi-state manhunt is intensifying across Florida, Georgia and Alabama for 38-year-old Isabelle Rose Johnson, who is wanted for murder.
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Hundreds protest ICE operations in Houston, demand justice for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
Protesters gathered at Ervan Chew Park Sunday afternoon, calling for transparency and accountability for the killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, who was shot by Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agents. Ronaldo, Salgado Araujo’s son, said the family laid their father to rest Sat...
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FIFA World Cup Final 2026: Spain are champions; second time in nation's history
Argentina ultimately fell to Spain 1-0.
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James Talarico challenges Ken Paxton to 3 televised Texas Senate debates
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico has challenged Republican incumbent Ken Paxton to three televised debates, accusing his opponent of avoiding public scrutiny for over a decade....
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5-year-old at center of Fort Bend County AMBER Alert found dead in Katy lake
A 5-year-old boy who was the subject of an AMBER Alert in Fort Bend County has been found dead, according to the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators identified the child as Eddie Hall. ‘We’re looking for our own kid’: Katy neighbors unite to search for missing 5-year...
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18-year-old killed, family member injured in shooting outside north Harris County cantina
Officials say a 19-year-old shot the victims and drove off, but another person followed him while giving details to 911.
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Popular scuba gear recalled over parts that could fail underwater
Federal regulators have recalled popular scuba gear that can crack and break, “posing a risk of serious injury or death from drowning.”
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Crews respond to deadly house fire in northwest Harris County, officials say
Crews with the Cy-Fair Fire Department were working a fatality fire Sunday in the 9600 block of Maple Leaf Drive, in the Maple Leaf Gardens subdivision, officials said. Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office and partner agencies are also responding. The Harris County Fi...
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Tulsi Gabbard's brother charged after allegedly trying to lure children to Waikīkī hotel room: police
The older brother of former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has been charged after Honolulu police say he allegedly tried to lure several children to his Waikīkī hotel room....
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Rising professional boxer Hannah Rapp killed in Texas bicycle collision, driver charged with manslaughter
A rising professional boxer was killed Saturday morning in Central Texas after a motorist allegedly reversed his vehicle and struck her as she rode her bicycle, authorities said....
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Pro boxer Hannah Rapp dies after being struck while riding her bike in Brazos County, sheriff says
Professional boxer Hannah Rapp died Saturday after investigators with the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office say she was struck by a vehicle while riding her bike. Deputies were dispatched just before 10 a.m. to the 23000 block of FM 159 for a major crash involving a vehicle and a bi...
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18-year-old killed, 20-year-old wounded in shooting outside North Freeway restaurant, HCSO says
A shooting outside a business along the North Freeway left one young man dead and another hospitalized early Sunday, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office . Deputies were called around 1:30 a.m. to the 12901 block of the North Freeway near Airtex, where they found two m...
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Passenger killed in rear-end crash on Southwest Freeway after driver stopped to retrieve bumper, HPD says
One person was killed and another seriously injured early Sunday in a two-vehicle crash on the Southwest Freeway near the Chimney Rock Road exit, according to the Houston Police Department . Officers were called to the inbound lanes around 1:45 a.m. after an Acura and a gray Ford...
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Wes Anderson Makes an Emotional Houston Return In Push to Save an Endangered Historic Movie Palace — A Celebration For Preservation
Some places possess the improbable ability to convince us that beauty still matters — and draw someone like Wes Anderson home. For one luminous Friday night inside Houston’s Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center, nearly 500 people — filmmakers, preservationists, philanthropists, artist...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1605: The Rush to Height
Episode: 1605 The brief race to build very tall buildings: 1885 to 1931. Today, the brief day of the first skyscrapers.
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Bellaire High School community rallies behind student detained by ICE at Houston airport
The Bellaire community is rallying around an 18-year-old Bellaire High School student who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at Houston’s Hobby Airport. Teachers and friends identify the student as Alim Garipov, an 18-year-old originally from Russia. A...
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US launches strikes to ‘swiftly punish’ Iran for deadly attacks
The U.S. military launched a new round of strikes on Iran on Saturday night, aiming to “swiftly punish” the nation’s Revolutionary Guard Corps for an attack on a Jordanian base that killed two American service members....
safety
The Galveston Police Department is looking for victims of car burglaries earlier this week
Two suspects are facing charges in a string of car break-ins along the 8700 block of Seawall Boulevard. According to a Galveston Police Department Facebook post, the break-ins happened Tuesday and Wednesday. Investigators have found many victims on local Facebook pages and believ...
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Andrew Tate arrested with brother Tristan in Miami; new rape charges filed
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested by the U.S. Marshals Service on Saturday after British prosecutors filed another round of rape and sexual exploitation charges aimed at the brothers. A Marshals Service spokesperson told the Associated Press that the ...
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Man charged after fatal shooting in Sheldon-area home on Maritime Drive, HCSO says
A man is now charged in connection with a deadly shooting that happened Saturday evening in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office . Deputies were called to a home in the 11100 block of Maritime Drive in the Sheldon area just after 6:30 p.m. Inve...
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Taylor Farms recall: States where lettuce pulled over Cyclospora fears
Taylor Farms de Mexico’s statement detailing the recall on its products that contained iceberg lettuce from central Mexico linked to a Cyclospora outbreak lists what is included, as well as when and where those items were sold....
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Liberty County deputies search for inmate who escaped after hospital trip in Kingwood
An escape from HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood early Saturday has prompted a multi-agency search involving local and state law enforcement.Officials with the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office said 31-year-old Yorlan Rafael Reyes — a Hispanic male — got away from a correctional offi...
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Garlic powder recalled over bacterial contamination concerns
A popular garlic powder is being recalled due to potential microbial contamination, Canadian health officials announced this week.
safety
Juvenile hospitalized after gunfire erupts near Discovery Green, HPD says
Houston police are investigating after a late-night shooting in downtown left an innocent juvenile wounded near Discovery Green. The incident happened around 9:50 p.m. Friday at Austin and Leeland, where officers said a large crowd had gathered.Investigators said a fight broke ou...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1604: Hydrogen
Episode: 1604 In which hydrogen balloons bind science to technology. Today, hydrogen — in 1783.
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Dom Taylor, chef who won Netflix's 'Five Star Chef,' dies at 44
Chef Dom Taylor, known for his approach to celebrating Caribbean cuisine and winner of Netflix's "Five Star Chef," has died.
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Fort Bend County District Clerk warns of jury duty scam surge: ‘That’s not the way it works’
Fort Bend County residents are being targeted by a jury duty scam that has spiked in recent days, prompting county officials to issue renewed warnings and urge victims to verify any claims before sending money.Fort Bend County District Clerk Beverley McGrew Walker said her office...
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 17, 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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Hello Houston (July 17, 2026)
Today: We talk with a divorce coach about how to navigate through the uncertainty of a divorce, preview the newest episode of “After the Flood,” hear the newest installment of InnerVIEWS featuring Baylor College of Medicine’s Dr. James McDeavitt, and more....
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As floodwaters rise again, Texas Hill Country bar owner relives last year’s devastation
About a year ago, the Guadalupe River destroyed their RV park, where a family was swept away by the raging water.
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Gov. Greg Abbott names Robert Howden as Texas secretary of state
Howden, previously Gov. Greg Abbott’s legislative director, succeeds Jane Nelson, whose resignation took effect Friday morning.
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Academy Award-winner Wes Anderson is campaigning to save Houston’s Garden Oaks Theater
The Houston born-and-raised filmmaker, known for his iconic production and directing style, is joining a movement to save the Garden Oaks Theater in Independence Heights from being demolished in a matter of days....
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New rainbow flags coming to Montrose: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week
The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.
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‘That’s my hero’: Houstonians remember Lorenzo Salgado Araujo at funeral, days after ICE shooting
Hundreds of people attended the public visitation for Salgado Araujo, whose killing has galvanized much of Houston’s Latino community and prompted national questions over ICE’s use of force....
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Ken Paxton’s campaign says he will debate James Talarico in Texas’ U.S. Senate race
Paxton's campaign said he plans to debate after Talarico challenged him to do so, though it did not commit to a specific host.
local
Flood threat continues Friday as rainfall moves to West Texas
At least two people died after extreme flooding hit the Hill Country late Wednesday into Thursday morning.
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Sean Teare on ICE shooting (July 17, 2026)
On Friday's show: We get the latest on dramatic flooding in the Hill Country. And Harris County D.A. Sean Teare discusses his office’s efforts to investigate last week’s shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an ICE agent....
government
Texas Sen. John Cornyn appears on the fence about Todd Blanche’s nomination to be Trump’s attorney general
Cornyn, whose reelection defeat Trump ensured in May, expressed concerns during Blanche’s confirmation hearing about President Trump’s “anti-weaponization fund” – which Blanche helped craft as Trump’s personal lawyer....
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James Talarico to address Black Texans at town hall
Texas state Rep. James Talarico is bringing his campaign for the U.S. Senate to Houston this weekend, inviting residents to share their concerns and hear his vision for taking on what he calls “Big Money and corruption” in Washington. The community town hall will be held Sunday, ...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1603: Old Galileo
Episode: 1603 Galileo: An old man grieves his daughter and writes his last book. Today, an old man writes his most important book.
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From Overlooked to Texas: How McKale Lee finally got her chance
McKale Lee was hardly a newcomer to the track world. Long before winning a UIL state championship, Lee had already established herself as a 10-time All-American and a four-time Junior Olympian. Yet without a trip to the UIL State Track and Field Championships, the senior remained...
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Jay-Z, Lindsay Graham, World Cup in Telemundo
What the Carters remind us about legacy View this post on Instagram A post shared by ESSENCE (@essence) Jay-Z opened his Reasonable Doubt 30th anniversary run at Yankee Stadium this month, the way a proud father would, by folding his family into the story he built. Beyoncé steppe...
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Radical self-love: Antidote for anti-Blackness
The ledger of American social justice is heavily written in the blood-red ink of Black people, but the dividends have rarely been shared in kind. For generations, Black people in America have stood on the front lines of freedom, operating under the generous principle that fightin...
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Patricia Jackson builds second act on faith and fresh beginnings
By the time Patricia Jackson lost the career she loved, she had already spent years unknowingly preparing for the next chapter. For more than eight years, Jackson worked in healthcare leadership, helping others and building a career she never expected to leave behind. But in Octo...
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Celebrity Singers and Rock Star Costuming Turn a Houstonian’s Milestone Mountain Birthday Bash Into a Blast
Park City, Utah has never seen so many Willie Nelson braids. Or wandering Madonnas. Or members of the ABBA troupe. And it wasn’t Halloween. It was the 75th birthday of die-hard pop music fan Jane Howze, who regularly travels from Houston to rock concerts across the country. For t...
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 16, 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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Half Price Books returning to Montrose after Westheimer location closed in 2021
The new location will occupy the 12,446-square-foot building at 3509 Montrose Blvd. The building was previously owned by Soundwaves, a longtime skate and music shop that closed earlier this year after operating since 1997....
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Hello Houston (July 16, 2026)
Today: We talk with James Beard Award-winning Houston chef Adrian Torres, learn more about the Democratic Socialist movement, and receive an update on the effort to save the Garden Oaks Theater. Plus, we share our latest Current Obsessions....
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Texas Tech chair donated $275K to Ken Paxton day before AG intervened in Brendan Sorsby saga
Cody Campbell, a major Texas Tech booster and GOP megadonor, has vocally defended Brendan Sorsby’s right to play amid a legal battle stemming from his betting scandal....
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At least 1 summer camp evacuates, others monitoring as life-threatening floods strike the Hill Country
Camp La Jita, a Girl Scouts camp in Uvalde County, evacuated their camp earlier this week. Others say they are monitoring the weather and preparing to enact safety plans....
local
W.A. Parish coal plant leads region in cloud-forming pollution, researchers find
The study found that the coal plant creates tiny particles associated with respiratory illness.
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As flooding returns to Hill Country, Texas lawmakers say new safety laws already making a difference
Nearly a year after deadly flooding prompted Texas lawmakers to overhaul the state's flood preparedness laws, officials say some of those changes are already helping. But many of the state's biggest flood mitigation projects remain years from completion....
government
Fort Bend Democratic commissioners weigh extending boycott, raising questions about August tax vote
Wong, the Republican nominee for county judge who was appointed to the role as part of a now-dismissed civil lawsuit, dropped his lawsuit against the county attorney in early July, but a court date is still pending in Smith-Lawson's countersuit....
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Large swath of Texas facing torrential rain, dangerous flood risk likely to ‘break records’
Gov. Greg Abbott said South Central Texas should expect "life threatening catastrophic floods," through Thursday, mainly concentrated around the Nueces River Basin....
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Calls to investigate ICE shooting (July 16, 2026)
On Thursday's show: We recap calls to investigate last week’s shooting by an ICE agent in Magnolia Park. And we discuss the state of transportation in the region....
safety
Houston pool hall owner shoots intruder who charged him with crowbar
A 70-year-old pool hall owner shot an intruder early Thursday morning after the man allegedly charged at him with a crowbar during a break-in attempt on the 7200 block of North Shepard. The incident happened around 2 a.m. Houston Police Department Lt. Wilkens said officers respon...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2618: Søren Kierkegaard
Episode: 2618 Søren Kierkegaard: Christian Existentialist. Today, an exit.
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 15, 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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FBI searches van involved in ICE shooting for drugs, affidavit says
A search warrant, which officials said was to be executed Wednesday morning, indicated officers saw substances “consistent with methamphetamine” in the van after Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot and killed. It’s the first mention of drugs in the case....
safety
Preliminary NTSB findings: Driver in fatal Tesla crash in Katy overrode self-driving mode
A report released Wednesday by the National Transportation Safety Board corroborated findings by Harris County law enforcement in the aftermath of the June 19 crash....
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Two men in critical condition following Cypress Kroger shooting
In a press conference, Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's office Cpt. Juan Flores told reporters Wednesday that the two men who were shot were in critical condition. One of them was the suspect, but Flores could not confirm the identity of either....
government
Rainbows are on the verge of returning to Montrose streets
The Houston mayor approved Pride Houston 365’s request to hang rainbow banners along Westheimer Road near the intersection that previously featured rainbow crosswalks. The LGBTQIA+ advocacy group, which needs permission from CenterPoint Energy, hopes to install them in time for t...
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Hello Houston (July 15, 2026)
Today: We discuss Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s voter fraud allegations, talk with actor Robert Petkoff about the national tour of “Moulin Rouge The Musical,” explore the history of the UniverSoul Circus, and more....
safety
Arcola Mayor Fred Burton arrested on five felony charges in Fort Bend County
According to the Fort Bend County District Attorney's office, Burton has appeared before a magistrate judge.
government
Gov. Greg Abbott rolls out initiatives to limit growth in home, car insurance costs
Abbott spoke at a campaign stop in Houston on Wednesday. The proposals come as part of Abbott’s reelection-year efforts to address affordability.
safety
Detained men who witnessed fatal ICE shooting seek special visas to prevent deportation, attorneys say
According to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, a U visa or U nonimmigrant status, is for victims of crimes who may be “helpful to law enforcement or government officials” in an investigation....
government
Houston city council adopts more equitable park funding model
The new system will redistribute some park funds from well-to-do neighborhoods to less affluent areas.
safety
Texas Rangers will investigate ICE shooting in Houston. Here’s what that means
Houston Police Chief Noe Diaz sent a letter, at Mayor John Whitmire’s request, to the Texas Department of Public Safety, requesting such an investigation. The fatal shooting has already prompted local and federal investigations....
safety
In reversal, Mayor Whitmire says ‘HPD is conducting an investigation’ into ICE shooting
Whitmire and the Houston Police Department repeatedly claimed last week the department lacked jurisdiction to investigate, which was disputed by local legal experts....
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US average gas price rises above $4 a gallon again
Drivers are feeling a financial squeeze at the pump as the national average for a gallon of gasoline went over $4. The surging price eclipses last year's average, which had settled slightly over the $3 mark....
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ICE should do traffic stops despite recent shootings, Trump says, seeming to oppose new suspension
At least four people in vehicles have been killed during immigration operations since the start of the Trump administration’s mass deportation campaign, including a man in Houston last week....
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‘Worth keeping tabs on’: Tropical Storm Bertha in northeastern Gulf could impact Texas
The system could bring tropical storm conditions to parts of the Gulf Coast, from the Florida panhandle to southeastern Louisiana, by Monday night or early Tuesday, according to the National Hurricane Center....
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Details Emerge In NYC Incendiary Attack
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Thousands of Galveston gravesites now searchable online
The history here is literally under your feet, and now it’s a lot easier to find. The city of Galveston has launched a new online tool that allows residents, families, historians and researchers to search cemetery records that were previously buried in handwritten ledgers and his...
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Real estate agent Eugenia Taylor launches expanded resource for Houston-area home buyers and sellers
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When does school start in Texas? See 2026 dates for major districts
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Houston gas prices are climbing again. Here's what's behind it.
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Maintenance worker shot multiple times after telling group of people to leave Houston motel: HPD
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Lettuce in cyclospora-linked recall was distributed in Texas for weeks
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Small plane lands on top of Fulshear-area home off Kitty Hawk Street; pilot taken to the hospital, Texas DPS says
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Concord Summit Capital Arranges $28 Million in Financing for The Albritton, Near Houston, Texas
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Here are the least expensive private schools in the Houston area for 2026-27
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Colorado State University updates Atlantic hurricane season forecast
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Tropical Depression Two: What's the worst-case scenario for Texas?
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Here's what Houston can expect from Tropical Storm Bertha
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Three die as fatal fires strike Cy-Fair, Klein and northeast Houston over two days
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Missing 5-year-old found dead in Katy-area lake, Fort Bend County authorities say
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Houston shined on the world stage, tourism leaders say
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schools
As summer practices near, Texas schools face stricter UIL rules on heat safety
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ICE protests take place in Houston
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Who is benefiting from Texas vouchers? It’s people who need the help
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Houston weather: Tracking triple digit heat and Tropical Depression Two, becoming Tropical Storm Bertha
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Layne’s Chicken Fingers opens 12th Houston area location in Cypress
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Hundreds Demand ICE Out of Houston
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Tropical Storm Bertha to form in Gulf, could impact Texas
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House members urge Trump to ease tariffs for Houston-area copper plant
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TROPICS: Storm Could be Named Bertha Monday; Tracking Towards Texas
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business
North America needs over $1 trillion in midstream investment over 30 years; Texas leads demand
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State Lawmakers Plan to Expand on Housing Reforms for Texas
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U.S. Strikes Iran as American Military Death Toll Rises
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Protests continue in Houston over ICE killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
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RAW: TX: JAMES TALARICO TOWN HALL IN HOUSTON
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local
5-year-old boy who was reported missing in Katy area found dead in lake, Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office says
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local
Nearly 1,000 homes planned for fast-growing Houston-area suburb
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Dozens Killed and Injured in New Russian Attacks on Ukraine
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Talarico has spirited exchange with Houston voters during U.S. Senate campaign stop
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local
5-Year-Old Missing In Katy Area
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Steve Sarkisian, UT keeping eye on ex-lineman Cole Hutson's eligibility lawsuit
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Paying HS football players? UTSA's Jeff Traylor says scenario can't be good
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Protesters keep up the pressure after Salgado's death with march in Montrose
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safety
Houston diners mourn longtime breakfast spot after fire
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local
Second Baptist celebrates legal victory as some members say they’re 'devastated'
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Tropical storm may form over Gulf. Here's what's next for Houston.
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schools
Houston student's ICE detention sparks community outcry
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Tropical Depression Two forms. Could it affect Texas later this week?
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local
Tropical Depression Two Forms in the Gulf, Could Impact SE TX
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safety
Frank's Grill restaurant in northwest Houston destroyed in fire, video shows
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local
Houston’s $6.5B GLP-1 megaproject reveals what's next
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local
A 44-year-old, small Texas town festival returns this week with a BBQ cookoff and live music an hour outside Houston
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local
Houston Is Finally Recruiting Like It Expects to Win the Big 12
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‘We just want to be treated like humans’: how a Latino neighborhood is rallying after an ICE shooting
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The weirdest things Texans say their HOA has tried to ban
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Senators demand ICE answers and body cameras after 2 fatal shootings in Maine and Houston
Dozens of Democratic U.S. senators and the Independent senator from Maine pushed for more details Monday from Immigration and Customs Enforcement about the agency's vetting practices for new agents and how officers conduct vehicle pursuits, even as they demanded that body cameras...
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Texas gas prices climbing as national average hits $4 a gallon
Gas prices in Texas are on the rise again after the national average hit $4 per gallon.
safety
5-year-old boy found dead in Fort Bend County lake following Amber Alert
The body of Edward Hall, who was reported missing Sunday, was recovered early Monday near his Houston-area home.
local
Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Just Tied ‘I Will Always Love You’
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local
PHOTOS: Galveston Island’s 13th annual dog surfing competition
Big and small dogs alike battled one to two foot surf conditions at the 13th annual Ohana Surf Dog Competition in Galveston.
local
Houston weather: A heat advisory issued before watch for potential tropical impacts late week
Tonight’s Forecast: Tonight will stay warm, muggy and buggy, with mostly clear skies and temperatures only falling into the upper 70s to lower 80s. Winds will remain light, so it will still feel sticky through the overnight hours. Tuesday’s Forecast: Tuesday will be dangerously h...
safety
Small plane slams into Fort Bend County home in morning crash
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local
Pilot injured after a small plane lands on roof of a Houston-area home
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government
Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Ties Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey’s Records on Billboard Hot 100
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local
Judge issues temporary restraining order in Paramount - Warner Bros. merger
A federal judge on Monday issued a 14-day temporary restraining order pausing Paramount's proposed $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. The order comes after 12 states filed a lawsuit last Monday seeking to block the deal, arguing the merger would eliminate competition...
local
The City of Houston selects CDM Smith for engineering design services to expand the East Water Purification Plant
The City of Houston selects C...
local
Texas Rep. Al Green Accuses Trump Admin of Attempting to Cover Up ICE Killings
Texas Rep. Al Green Accuses Trump Admin of Attempting to Cover Up ICE Killin...
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'Important for us to stay united' | Hundreds take to Houston streets, demanding justice for Lorenzo Salgado
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local
Houston-area girl Debra Moore missing for one year
A Houston-area girl has now been missing for one year, and authorities believe she may still be in the area.
local
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safety
Houston ISD student released from ICE detention three days after arrest, congresswoman says
Alim Garipov, an 18-year-old Bellaire High School student from Russia who is described as a standout student and athlete, was detained Friday by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement....
local
Texas turns to recovery after deadly floods, but danger isn’t over along the Nueces River
The storms killed at least two people and prompted disaster declarations covering dozens of counties.
government
James Talarico pledges $25 million to win over Black voters in U.S. Senate campaign
Most polling shows Talarico, the Democratic nominee for Senate, in a statistical dead heat against his Republican rival, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton....
local
Heat advisory for Houston on Tuesday: What it means
A heat advisory has been issued for Houston and several Southeast Texas counties on Tuesday. Here's what it means and why you should take precautions.
safety
HPD called ICE on a woman reporting a violent threat — one of more than 100 calls from April through June
The Houston Police Department recently released its first mandatory report on coordination with U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Houston Public Media obtained additional documents shedding light on the stories behind the data....
local
Texas and Baylor working on men's basketball game to be played in San Antonio
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Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' ties record with Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey hits
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Darline Graham Announces Intent To Seek A Full Term In The Senate
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Key differences spared Texas lives in second straight July flood
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REMAX Expands Into Greater Houston Area With REMAX POINTE
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Best fantasy performances in Houston Texans history
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safety
CenterPoint activates Emergency Operations Center ahead of depression
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government
Talarico pledges $25 million for Black voter outreach at sometimes tense Houston town hall
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Ella Langley's 'Choosin' Texas' Ties Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey's Records on Billboard Hot 100
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Officer speaks out after rescuing driver trapped in burning car
Officer speaks out after rescuing ...
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PREVIOUS: 14-year-old Debra Moore missing from Harris County
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Black Democrats Express Doubts About Talarico, U.S. Senate Primary at Houston Town Hall
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Pilot injured after a small plane lands on roof of a Houston-area home
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Greater Houston area officials monitoring tropical depression as storm potential grows | Spring - Klein
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U.S. Strikes Iran as American Military Death Toll Rises
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Houston’s Girl Gone Grilling shares her buffalo chicken stuffed garlic bread
Summer grilling doesn’t have to be intimidating, and Katherine Salom is on a mission to prove it. The Houston native and creator behind Girl Gone Grilling has built a social media following of more than one million across platforms by sharing approachable recipes, practical grill...
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Triple-digit heat, tropical storm to push Texas power grid to near record-high demand
The agency charged with managing the Texas power grid said it is preparing for both high heat and a possible tropical storm to put pressure on the system this week....
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Speeding costs US drivers $22M, saves less than a minute, study finds
Researchers show that the costs of going over the posted speed limits do not appear to outweigh the time saved by speeding.
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Hundreds of homes damaged by Texas floods as concerns remain downstream
Hundreds of homes and businesses were damaged by last week's floods in the Texas Hill Country, and while recovery is underway, dangerous conditions remain across Central Texas as floodwaters continue moving downstream....
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US soldiers killed by Iran were from Texas and Hawaii, military says
Two U.S. Army soldiers killed in Jordan while defending against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks were identified on Monday — the first U.S. troop deaths from direct Iranian fire since the opening days of the war....
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Harris County crime: 3 men arrested after motorcycle pursuit
Three men were arrested following a motorcycle pursuit in Harris County last week, officials said.
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Cypresswood apartment fire: Man arrested in connection with deadly early morning fire
Harris County authorities have made an arrest following a deadly apartment fire that occurred early Monday morning.
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Powerhouse performer Christina Wells, now in a wheelchair, is still lighting up Houston stages
Singer and actress Christina Wells first burst onto the national stage nearly a decade ago when she showcased her larger-than-life voice on America’s Got Talent. Since then, the Houston-based mom and grandma has appeared in dozens of productions in the Houston area, including her...
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Spring Branch homeowner now getting flood issue fixed after city failed to deliver initially
A Spring Branch homeowner repeated flooding events in recent years have left him living in constant fear every time heavy rain moves into the Houston area. Standing along a drainage ditch in the 2200 block of Bauer Drive, Paul Braddock points to what he says is the source of the ...
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Cyclospora outbreak — what Houston-area shoppers need to know right now
The Houston area and its neighboring counties continue to monitor cyclospora cases as the FDA pulls back on part of its investigation into a multi-state outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce. The agency says a Taylor Fresh Foods sample that initially tested positive turned ...
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What MCSO redacted: Policy raises new questions about traffic stop that ended in arrest
A routine traffic stop over a turn signal and dim license plate lights ended with a Montgomery County woman being arrested. Now, an unredacted sheriff’s office policy obtained by KPRC 2 is raising new questions about whether the deputy followed required procedures. 40-year-old El...
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5 dead in Ohio river after attempt to save a struggling swimmer, sheriff says
Five people died after entering an Ohio river to rescue a swimmer who was struggling in the water.
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$95K plane seizure over a six-pack of beer heads to Supreme Court
Alaska wants to seize a bush pilot's Cessna after a passenger on a flight to a dry community was caught with a six-pack of beer.
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Major grocery chain beats Walmart, Aldi in price war as shoppers hunt for checkout relief
A new price comparison of 15 grocery store staples found that this retailer had the cheapest overall basket, beating Walmart, Aldi and Albertsons.
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Constable Mark Herman urges six school districts to ban unregistered electric motorcycles on campus
Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman has asked Klein ISD, Tomball ISD, Spring ISD, Aldine ISD, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD and Humble ISD to adopt policies prohibiting unregistered electric motorcycles on school property....
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Tropical Storm Bertha forms in Gulf, eyes Texas later this week
Tropical Storm Bertha has formed in the Gulf of America.
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50% tariffs slapped on hundreds of Canadian imports: Here's a list
The price of hundreds of Canadian goods could soon go up dramatically as the Trump administration reveals massive new tariffs against the United States’ second-largest trading partner....
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Bellaire High School student detained by ICE at Houston airport released from detention
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher’s office says an 18-year-old Bellaire High School student who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at Houston’s Hobby Airport has been released from detention. Teachers and friends identify the student as Alim Garipov, an 18...
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Hundreds of wild hogs from George Bush Park creating havoc in westside neighborhood
Residents say all they've gotten from Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones' office is lip service.
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Surveillance shows man minutes before allegedly setting Cypresswood apartment on fire that killed his brother
Surveillance video obtained exclusively by KPRC 2 News Reporter Corley Peel, appears to show the man accused of intentionally setting an apartment building on fire, moments before it burst into flames, killing his own brother and injuring several others, including a 3-year-old bo...
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Father saves 3-year-old son from deadly Spring apartment fire; boy suffers burns to 95% of his body
Authorities have charged a man with murder and arson after an apartment fire in Spring. The Harris County Sheriff's Office said one person was killed, and 13 others were hurt, including 3-year-old Atlas. His family says he suffered burns to 95% of his body and is expected to rema...
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Racial Healing Finds New Voice in Community Poets
This article was written by Aaliyah Amos and originally published by Word in Black A short, rhyming kindergarten verse that ended with a simple “I love you,” was Kelvin “KJ” Marshall’s first step into poetry. Fifteen years later, Marshall, now 22, understands how that same art fo...
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$300,000 grant extends help to Kashmere Gardens homeowners
A new grant is set to help Black families in Houston’s Kashmere Gardens neighborhood safeguard their homes and pass on generational wealth, thanks to a $300,000 award to Texas Southern University’s Earl Carl Institute for Legal & Social Policy. The funding, provided by the Rockwe...
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James Talarico faces tough questions from Black Houston Voters
If James Talarico wants to become the first Democrat to win a Texas U.S. Senate seat in more than three decades, the road runs through Harris County and Houston. The tension was palpable during a town hall meeting Talarico held at the Kingdom Builders Center on West Orem Drive on...
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Supreme Court ruling puts Houston Black diaspora at risk
A landmark Supreme Court ruling handed down on June 25 is sending shockwaves through Houston’s Haitian community, and advocates say the consequences will be felt far beyond that community. In a 6-3 decision in Mullin v. Doe, the court’s conservative majority ruled that the presid...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3389: Carlo Antonio Testore
Episode: 3389 In which Carlo Antonio Testore's violins and other stringed instruments show him to be a different kind of Luthier. Today, a luthier teaches us a lesson....
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Terrance’s Take: Texas Southern football has two homes this season. Now what?
The good news is that the Texas Southern 2026 football schedule is complete, and it’s official as of Saturday afternoon. You can’t make this up. Yeah, the season kicks off in a little over a month, but at least the Tigers now know the stadiums they will call home this year. In no...
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