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HCSO investigating body found in grass along Beaumont Highway in northeast Harris County
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a body was found in the grass along Beaumont Highway early Friday morning. HCSO watch command confirmed a body was located next to the 14300 block of Beaumont Highway shortly before 6 a.m. on Oct. 16. Driver dies after cra...
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Check your pockets! This rare penny is worth $235K, and it’s on display in Houston
A penny worth an estimated $235,000 is now on display in Houston, and experts say it is one of the rarest coins in American history. U.S. Coins and Jewelry says it acquired a 1943 bronze Lincoln cent, one of an estimated 20 known to exist. The coin was held by a Houston-area fami...
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Tesla’s new Roadster can fly? Elon Musk unveils rocket-powered electric sports car in Texas
Tesla has unveiled its long-awaited next-generation Roadster, showcasing an electric sports car that can perform midair maneuvers using rocket-style thrusters developed with technology from SpaceX. The vehicle made its debut Thursday night, Oct. 15, at a SpaceX testing facility i...
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2 Newsletter: Houston, it’s getting colder outside
Good morning, Houston.☀️ Your morning scroll starts here. From the biggest stories happening around Houston to the things everyone’s talking about, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading for the headlines, updates and a few things you’ll want to know before you head out the door. As...
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Flock camera oversight (Oct. 16, 2026)
On Friday's show: A report found gaps in oversight of Flock cameras in Harris County. And we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week.
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Houston’s first “real” cold front blasts through Friday
MORE: Houston cold front could bring a taste of fall this weekend: What to expect Friday morning: We’ve all been waiting for this! Our first “real” cold front blasts through Houston Friday morning, bringing a much-needed break from the heat and humidity. Highs will be in the 70s ...
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Houston firefighters share heating and fire safety tips as temperatures begin to drop
As temperatures begin to drop in Houston, many residents are pulling out their hoodies, boots and space heaters. But before turning up the heat, firefighters are reminding people to take precautions to prevent fires and keep their homes safe. Firefighters demonstrated several fir...
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Horse farm owner gets life in prison for boyfriend's murder after claiming self-defense
The Florida woman accused of killing her boyfriend and burying him in a shallow grave was found guilty of his murder.
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Driver dies after crash at Aldine Westfield Road and Hirschfield Road in Spring
A driver died after a crash at the intersection of Aldine Westfield Road and Hirschfield Road on Thursday night, Oct. 15, according to preliminary information from investigators. The crash was reported around 9:30 p.m. One vehicle was traveling northbound on Aldine Westfield Road...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1642: Halley’s Comet
Episode: 1642 Reflections upon Halley’s, and other, Comets. Today, a comet approaches.
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Katy teen killed in e-bike crash in Fort Bend County, DPS says
A 15-year-old boy from Katy died after his electric bike collided with a car driven by a pizza delivery driver in Fort Bend County, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety....
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Houston Black judges lead fight to save democracy
From courtrooms to polling places, Houston-area judicial leaders, like Judge Vanessa Gilmore (pictured), say informed citizens and independent judges remain essential democratic safeguards. In an era of deep political polarization, democracy advocates increasingly worry about the...