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Houston advocates expand Black breastfeeding support
Black Breastfeeding Week returns Aug. 25-31, and in Houston, home to the nation’s highest Black maternal mortality rate, a growing network of local advocates is working to close longstanding gaps in breastfeeding support. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found 73.6%...
Houston-area pastor detained by ICE at Bush Airport while traveling with wife
A Houston-area pastor is waking up in ICE custody after agents detained him at George Bush Intercontinental Airport while he and his wife were preparing to travel to New York. Luis Morales came to the United States from Venezuela with his wife, Karina, and their two daughters in ...
Astros start 3-game series at home against the Angels
Los Angeles Angels (49-76, fifth in the AL West) vs. Houston Astros (63-62, first in the AL West) Houston; Tuesday, 8:10 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Angels: George Klassen (1-1, 5.52 ERA, 2.11 WHIP, 14 strikeouts); Astros: Cristian Javier (1-3, 6.68 ERA, 1.70 WHIP, 25 strikeouts...
'He's off the street': Man charged for damaging apartment where woman's body was mysteriously found
A man is behind bars, months after a Houston woman’s body was mysteriously found inside his apartment. Dennis Greer, 45, is charged with criminal mischief for allegedly causing $6,500 worth of damage to his unit at 666 Maxey Road. It is the same apartment where 34-year-old Britta...
Houston Pets Alive in desperate need of new play yard
Over the years, Houston Pets Alive has saved thousands of lives as dogs and cats facing euthanasia at BARC and Harris County Pets or animals with medical needs....
This Music Lover and Rice Management President Brings Houston Best Dressed Style — Allison Thacker Embraces the Butterflies
The Philanthropy in Fashion Houston Best Dressed honorees represent a cross section of backgrounds, interests and ages with two unifying characteristics. Each has an altruistic interest in contributing to the Bayou City and each has a defining style. The philanthropic femmes will...
Houston’s late-summer heat ramps up again, and relief may be hard to find...this week
Early Week Forecast: High pressure continues to bring a hot, humid and dry weather pattern that looks to stick around all week. In fact, this could be one of the hottest weeks we’ll have for the remainder of our summer. Tuesday’s forecast: The humidity climbs a little Tuesday, so...
Cougars Ranked #23 in Preseason AP Poll
For just the third time in the last 10 years, the Houston Football program was ranked in the Associated Press (AP) Preseason Poll at #23 in the country. Houston was ranked #24 in the USA Today Preseason Coaches Poll two weeks ago and is ranked in the Preseason AP Poll for the fir...
Abandoned home plaguing Southeast Houston neighborhood for years, finally demolished after 2 Helps You report
A long-abandoned home in Southeast Houston that residents said had become an eyesore and safety concern is finally gone following a 2 Helps You report on August 3rd. The home, located in the 8000 block of Lenore Street, was demolished after years of complaints from neighbors and ...
Personalized Dental Implants: Dr. Michel Azer on restoring smiles in Houston
Dr. Michel Azer, founder and surgeon at Texas Dental Implant Center, says dentistry chose him. Growing up, he found joy in helping people feel comfortable and confident and the path to dentistry let him pair science and hands-on care. That personal connection remains the reason h...
Who is Aaron Reitz? The new federal ‘MAGA attorney’ who would oversee prosecution of the Houston ICE shooting
Reitz has worked with Ken Paxton at the Texas Attorney General’s Office, with Sen. Ted Cruz as his chief of staff, and with Pam Bondi as the assistant attorney general for the United States. He’s now leading one of the most crucial legal offices in Texas and the nation....
Houston hip-hop legend Willie D is inviting everyone to his big 60th birthday party
Turning 60 is a pretty big deal, and if you’re Houston hip-hop legend Willie D - the best way to celebrate is to invite some of the biggest names in comedy, music and entertainment to get onstage and roast you! The Houston-born, Geto Boys co-founder is celebrating the milestone w...
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (August 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.
Hello Houston (August 17, 2026)
Today: We learn about colon cancer risks and warning signs, break down the Houston Texans’ upcoming new season, discuss the future of nuclear energy, and more. Plus, we welcome Hello Houston’s new co-host, Tessa Barrera....
Third Ward hotspot Bar 5015 regains sound permit after neighborhood noise dispute
The music is back on at one of Houston’s well-liked nightlife spots. Bar 5015, the popular bar and grill along Almeda Road in Third Ward, has regained its sound amplification permit, meaning outdoor music and entertainment can once again be part of the experience. The venue has a...
Mike D’Antoni, who coached the Houston Rockets to new heights, to join Naismith Hall of Fame
The mind behind "seven seconds or less" revolutionized NBA basketball with a style that teams have either sought to replicate — or adapt to.
Greg Abbott threatens Dallas, Houston airports’ grant funds over Islamic washing facilities
DFW said late Friday that plans to install the religious washing station had been canceled.
Astros drop series to Mariners, fall to 9-2 against Seattle this season
The Houston Astros had the national stage on Sunday night but fell to the Seattle Mariners 3-2. The victory gave the Mariners the series win while extending their dominance over the Astros this season. The Mariners are 9-2 against Houston, with more games to come later in the sea...
New Texas Veterans Network program fights veteran hunger
The Texas Veterans Network, powered by Combined Arms, is expanding its food assistance efforts with a new monthly distribution site in Fort Bend County, aiming to address persistent food insecurity among veterans and active-duty service members in the Houston region. The free dis...
Dynamo's grass guru shares what it was like to prepare World Cup 2026 field
When looking back at the FIFA World Cup 2026 games here in Houston, one topic everyone kept mentioning was how beautiful the stadium looked with a full grass field instead of the usual synthetic turf. The Houston Dynamo’s Director of Sports Turf & Grounds, Dan Bergstrom, was part...
West Houston murder suspect accused of shooting victim during altercation
Records say the shooting victim "became aggressive" after the suspect's vehicle struck his vehicle.
Harris County authorities find 8 tailgates during theft investigation
Officials say an investigation for one stolen tailgate led to them finding seven more at apartment complex on West FM 1960.
New details on Harris County mother, boyfriend facing charges after 2-year-old’s tragic death
Prosecutors are waiting for the sheriff's office to complete its investigation before deciding whether to upgrade the couple's charges.
Houston weather: Scattered showers possible this weekend, some areas under heat advisory
It stays very humid across Southeast Texas for the next several days, with scattered showers possible throughout the weekend.
Houston Weather: Inching closer to more 100 degree days
Early Week Forecast: High pressure continues to bringing a hot, humid and dry weather pattern that looks to stick around beyond Monday. Houston won’t get an opportunity at rain until late week, and the chance is only around 20%. Temperatures will climb into the upper 90s, with th...
A hot and humid weekend in Houston
Our weekend’s forecast: We were fortunate to get the rain we did on Friday. It helped keep temperatures in the mid-90s, but that relief will be short-lived. High pressure builds in this weekend, bringing a hot, humid and dry weather pattern that looks to stick around not only thr...
Gov. Abbott calls for review of Houston, Dallas airports over Muslim facilities: 'That is illegal'
Gov. Abbott is ordering a review that could potentially revoke current state funding and block future funding for the airports. He is also advising US Secretary Duffy to launch a federal review of the facilities and "take appropriate corrective action."...
Gov. Greg Abbott orders review of state grants to Bush Intercontinental Airport over Islamic washing facilities
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered a review of all state grants to entities that operate airports over what he says is “illegal religious discrimination.” Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport were specifically named in the...
14 years after Austin Tice’s disappearance in Syria, his family in Houston presses efforts to find him
Tice, a freelance journalist and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, disappeared near a checkpoint in Damascus on Aug. 14, 2012, while reporting on the Syrian Civil War....
I-10 reopens following latest strike on Houston Avenue bridge
TxDOT shared photos of the scene on social media at around noon on Friday.
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (August 14, 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.
The future of Flock cameras: 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.
2 accused of polluting Halls Bayou with oil, transmission fluid in north Harris County
Two men are facing felony charges in Harris County after authorities learned an unlicensed auto repair operation has been polluting soil and a Houston bayou....
Houston Rockets 2026-27 schedule released: Key dates, matchups and full schedule
The Houston Rockets today announced their schedule for the upcoming season. The Rockets won 52 games in each of the past two seasons, tying for the fourth-most wins by any team over that span. Dating back to 2004-05, Houston is tied for the second-most 50-win seasons of any franc...
Comedian Ron Funches (Aug. 14, 2026)
On Friday's show: We preview Saturday’s rescheduled Pride Houston parade. Then, we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week. And we catch up with comedian Ron Funches....
'It's not fair what they're doing to people': Tenant sues North Harris County apartments over rent dispute
At least two families at the Palms on Rolling Creek Apartments say management falsely accused them of not paying rent — and one of them has filed a lawsuit to fight back. This is the same North Harris County apartment complex KPRC 2 News reported on this week, where a judge has a...
Alleged shooter claims self-defense after man fatally shot in W. Houston
A man is dead and another man has turned himself in after a shooting on Houston’s west side Thursday evening. It happened at 2816 Walnut Bend Lane. Lt. Larry Crowson said there was some sort of argument that escalated into the shooting. It is unclear what the argument was about a...
Viral TikTok highlights persistent Houston railroad crossing failures—and the legal hurdles preventing fixes
Drivers in northwest Houston are facing recurring, hours-long traffic gridlocks due to malfunctioning crossing gates on Pinemont Drive that lower and freeze even when no train is present. The ongoing frustration led one local to physically hold up the 40-pound gate for two hours ...
Houston weather: Warm, humid weather to remain for Friday, spotty storms possible
Very warm and humid weather will continue across Southeast Texas. Houston should climb into the middle to upper 90s, with plenty of sunshine and humidity making it feel even hotter....
U.S. attorney confirms that FBI tests didn’t find meth in van driven by man fatally shot by ICE in Houston
Aaron Reitz did not reveal what FBI testing found in bags taken from Lorenzo Salgado Araujo’s van after his July 7 shooting death. Other men in the van said the bags contained salt....
Houston Dynamo FC celebrates 20 years of its 2006 MLS Cup Championship
20 years ago the Houston Dynamo FC played their inaugural season in Houston -- and really made a splash -- winning two back to back MLS Cup Championships. Now, to help honor those 2006 and 2007 wins, the Houston Dynamo FC have launched their archive kit -- honoring the legacy of ...
Disco, roller skates and 1980s fun: The Garden Theatre brings the musical world of ‘Xanadu’ to the stage
If disco, roller skates and a little 1980s nostalgia sound like a good time, “Xanadu” may be the musical for you. The Garden Theatre is bringing the Tony Award-nominated show to Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston (MATCH ) starting Aug. 14. Based on the 1980 film starring Oli...
U.S. commerce secretary lauds Apple’s manufacturing expansion in Houston
U.S. President Donald Trump has implemented tariffs to try to bring more manufacturing jobs to America. Still, U.S. manufacturing jobs have declined slightly over the past 12 months....
Houston’s 2026 Pride parade is set for Saturday, when high temperatures are in the forecast
According to the National Weather Service, Houston is forecast to have a high temperature of 98 degrees on Saturday, with a heat index, or feels-like temperature, of up to 109. The parade will be held in the evening....
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (August 13, 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.