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Trump administration can hold immigrants in ICE custody without bond, court rules
The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled detained immigrants don’t have a constitutional right to a bond hearing after they enter the country illegally....
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Man admits beating dad to death in picturesque town decades ago after bragging to cops about 'first body'
A New Hampshire man faces up to 24 years in prison after pleading guilty to killing his father more than 20 years ago.
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Sylvia Garcia, Hakeem Jeffries to discuss ICE enforcement’s impact on Houston economy
U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries are expected to discuss how federal immigration enforcement is affecting Houston workers, small businesses and families during a news conference Monday. The 12:45 p.m. news conference follows a roundtable with Ho...
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Adopt a Duck, Win Big, and Support Music Education at This Houston Race
The fall is always filled to the brim with philanthropic and charitable events, from luncheons to fashion shows to concerts. Rarely does one have the opportunity to write “Duck Race” on their calendar. But this year, AFA is giving you the chance to adopt a duck and watch it soar ...
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Ex-Texas Tech professor gets 40 years for running 'pink flamingo' fentanyl ring
Former Texas Tech assistant professor Daniel Taylor was sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for manufacturing and distributing custom "pink flamingo" fentanyl....
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Lizzo named grand marshal of Houston’s 2026 H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade
Grammy-winning singer Lizzo will serve as the grand marshal of Houston’s 77th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade, organizers announced. The parade is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 26, 2026, at 9 a.m. in downtown Houston. The annual event is one of the nation’s oldest Thanksgivin...
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America's most famous real-life haunted places — 10 frightening locations
Every October, crowds pack pumpkin patches and costume aisles to seek out a good low-stakes fright for the seasonal theme. However, for many places around the country it is not all fun and games....
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Explosion rocks Quaker Oats factory in Iowa, all employees safely accounted for
An apparent explosion and fire at the world's largest oat mill in Iowa sent thick black smoke billowing over downtown Cedar Rapids Saturday.
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Map: Harris County early voting locations 2026: Where to vote near me, hours, wait times
Find Harris County early voting locations near you for the 2026 Texas midterm election. Check the map for polling hours and live wait times ahead of the election....
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Oct 25, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter (3) celebrates with defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (90) after a sack during the third quarter against the New York Giants at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-I
Oct 25, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter (3) celebrates with defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (90) after a sack during the third quarter against the New York Giants at Reliant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-I The Daily News | Texas' Old...
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Chewing gum could soon be banned in NJ: Here's when and why
New Jersey lawmakers might soon burst your bubble with a new bill that could ban the sale of chewing gum across the state.