Charges possible for now-former Baytown detective over alleged Flock misuse
Baytown Police say presented the evidence from their investigation to the Harris County District Attorney's Office for potential charges.
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One Of the World’s Rarest Animals Gets a $2.1 Million Houston Zoo Boost — A Reimagined Rhino Habitat Beckons
It was another spectacular night for Houston Zoo when the “Sunset on the Savannah” gala, helmed by Kristy and Chris Bradshaw, reaped proceeds of $2.1 million. Consider the 600 grandly attired gala-goers who swanned via golf cart across the zoo terrain to the Masihara Pavilion whe...
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Inside the couple's history: What led up to the Galveston cruise ship killing
A paper trail from Smith County shows Jason Watford pleaded guilty to assaulting his wife, Susan, two years before federal prosecutors say he killed her aboard the MSC Seascape....
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She was operated on before she was even born. Now, she’s thriving.
Camille doesn’t know it yet, but she’s already a fighter. At just 24 weeks in the womb, she underwent a groundbreaking surgery at Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston — a procedure that doctors say has never been performed anywhere else in the United States. Today, she’s three mo...
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Texas has new leaders. What’s next for TEFA, data centers and border security
The votes are counted. The questions aren’t answered. Texans elected a new governor, a new U.S. senator, a new lieutenant governor and a new comptroller. In one Houston-area city, they also voted to take down the cameras that had been tracking their license plates. Now comes the ...
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Deputies seek help identifying suspects in propane cylinder thefts
Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office are asking for the public’s help identifying three people suspected of stealing 13 propane cylinders from a storage shed on Huffmeister Road. Deputies responded Oct. 24 to a theft report involving a shed in the 11300 block of Huffmeist...
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Leaking truck with compressed methane blocking La Porte street near Highway 225
There is no estimate for when the scene will be clear, but officials noted that the ventilation is a “slow process."
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Struggling to pay bills or get food assistance? The Houston Food Bank can help you apply for free -- here’s how
Backlogs at the Texas Health and Human Services Commission are slowing the processing of benefit applications and renewals, leaving families waiting for assistance they depend on. But the Houston Food Bank says families don’t have to navigate the process alone. Through its Commun...
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Momma’s Tamales brings family recipe and tradition to Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market
A family recipe passed down from mother to daughter is now the heart of a growing tamale business making its debut at the Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market. Momma’s Tamales is one of the new vendors at this year’s market, which runs through Sunday at NRG Center. The Bellaire-based...
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Ohio lawmakers pass bill easing restrictions on silencers, short-barreled guns
Ohio lawmakers passed legislation Tuesday easing state restrictions on gun silencers and short-barreled rifles and shotguns, sending the bill to Gov. Mike DeWine....
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (November 12, 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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Children rescued after holding up sign in window: 'HELP US'
Children in Florida are being praised for their bravery after holding a “HELP US" sign up in a window during a domestic disturbance.
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Baytown SWAT suspect arrested, accused of fatally shooting her neighbor
Police say the suspect shot her neighbor during an argument on Wednesday.