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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1614: Advice for Living, 1836
Episode: 1614 Advice on how live our lives from 1836. Today, we learn how to live our lives — in 1836.
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Motorcyclist critically injured after 100-mph Texas DPS chase on I-45 in Houston
A motorcyclist was critically injured after crashing during a high-speed pursuit with a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper in Houston, authorities said....
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Jalapeño recall spurs alert for meat, poultry items from Kroger, Walmart, Albertsons, and others
A recent Salmonella outbreak that has made hundreds sick across 27 states has spurred a new public health alert for multiple meat and poultry items sold at major grocery and convenience store chains....
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Motorcyclist injured after refusing to stop for DPS trooper, crashing into barriers on I-45
A motorcyclist was critically injured Saturday night after a high-speed crash on the North Freeway while troopers tried to stop the rider, the Texas Department of Public Safety said. DPS said a trooper spotted a motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed without a license plate...
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Food to Live green powders and mixes recalled over Salmonella fears
Food to Live has recalled nine varieties of its green powders after a sample tested positive for Salmonella.
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1 dead, another hospitalized after shooting in northeast Houston, police say
One person is dead and another has been hospitalized following a shooting in northeast Houston, according to Houston police. Houston Police Department homicide investigators are at the scene near the 8000 block of Mesa Drive. Police confirmed one male was found dead at the scene,...
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Flight canceled after toddler refused to buckle seat belt, stranding passengers overnight
Porter Airlines confirmed the child was standing and neither the adult nor crew could get them buckled.
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Intern-Produced Newscast streaming on KPRC 2+
Support our interns by streaming their self-produced newscast this Sunday, August 9, at 1:20 p.m. on KPRC 2+! Interns Ava Popovits and Zion Webb will be anchoring the newscast with their own content. Ava has accumulated over 245,000 views on her community reporter Instagram ( @av...
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Back-to-school safety tips for parents: 'Don't give strangers a road map'
From first day photos to bus stop safety, Fort Bend County Precinct 4 Constable Patrick Quincy has warnings and reminders for parents as they prep their kids to head back to school....
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Florida man allegedly abused kittens in front of daughter to punish her
The suspect is reported to have told investigators that he would harm the family's kittens in front of his daughter as punishment.
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League City man accused of fatally stabbing mother, critically injuring father
The suspect's father called 911 reporting that he and wife had been stabbed Friday night.
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League City Animal Care asks for help rescuing cat seen with red dye on fur
League City Animal Care is working to find a cat that has been spotted with red dye or paint on her fur. The team helping the cat says they are aware of the situation and are actively working to trap her and bring her into their care so she can receive the medical attention and s...
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Texans RB 1 David Montgomery “In best shape of my life”
The bitter taste of a playoff exit at New England last January carried into the offseason for the Houston Texans. Through the draft and free agency they believe some key issues have been resolved as a new campaign opens in a matter of weeks. High on the Texans wish list was impro...
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Cruz says Democrats want to cancel Christmas, Thanksgiving
Ted Cruz is reviving an old Republican Party talking point by accusing Democrats of trying to cancel Christmas and Thanksgiving in an interview with Fox News....
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Iran reveals demands as 60-day peace talks window winds down
Iranian leadership published a new list of its demands before Tehran would allow the Strait of Hormuz to open again.
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New Heritage Society exhibit spotlights Spanish Texas’ role in the American Revolution
A new exhibition at The Heritage Society is asking visitors to look at the American Revolution from a different direction — not from the familiar story of the thirteen colonies, but from the communities of Spanish Texas that helped shape the conflict. The traveling exhibition, “S...
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3 persons of interest sought in deadly northeast Houston shooting of Floydrick Washington
Police are asking for the public’s help identifying three persons of interest in the deadly shooting of Floydrick Washington, who was killed while stopped at a red light in northeast Houston earlier this year....
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Records: Spring man admits to critically injuring girlfriend's toddler
A couple approached law enforcement at a Spring gas station for help with an unresponsive two-year-old. An investigation determined the mother's boyfriend critically injured the toddler....
business
Albertsons recalls ready-to-eat items in multiple states amid salmonella-linked jalapeño investigation
Albertsons Companies says it is voluntarily recalling four ready-to-eat products that contain jalapeños supplied by Taylor Farms, including items sold in Texas at Randalls stores. The company urged customers who purchased the recalled items not to eat them. On Saturday, Albertson...
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Man dies after accidental shooting during family dispute, Houston police says
Police said a man died after accidentally shooting himself in the stomach during an argument with his sister.
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Nationwide recall issued for dog, horse medications after glass fibers found in vials
A nationwide recall has been issued for certain veterinary medications after glass fibers were discovered in some injection vials during routine testing....
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Houston’s Pink Phurree dragon boat team heads to France to celebrate breast cancer survivorship
For the women of Pink Phurree — pronounced fury — survivorship is about more than moving forward. It’s about moving together. The team is a place to rebuild strength, celebrate life after treatment and remind others that survivorship can include joy, movement and connection. Pink...
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Man in wheel chair hit, killed by car while crossing street in SE Houston
Police said a man in a wheelchair was hit and killed by a vehicle while attempting to cross the street in southeast Houston Friday night.
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Man dies after shooting during argument with sister at northwest Houston home
A man died after being shot during a dispute with his sister Friday night at a home in northwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department . Investigators said the man, about 22, and his sister, about 25, were arguing at a residence in the 5500 block of Bingle Road arou...
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Driver killed in collision after running red lights in SE Houston, police say
Police said a driver was killed after running two red lights while speeding before colliding with another car in south-east Houston early Saturday morning....
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More than 1,000 climbing ropes recalled over potentially deadly fall hazard
More than 1,000 climbing ropes are being recalled due to a potential safety hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
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Houston weather: Rain and storm chances linger this weekend
Deep Gulf moisture keeps scattered showers and thunderstorms in the forecast through the weekend and into Monday.
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Woman killed in high-speed crash after running red lights in southeast Houston, police say
Houston police are investigating a deadly two-vehicle crash that happened early Saturday around 1:40 a.m. at the intersection of Telephone Road and Reveille Street. According to preliminary information, a car was traveling south on Reveille at a high rate of speed when it went th...
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League City man faces murder charge after police say he stabbed parents, killing mother and injuring father
A League City couple was stabbed Friday evening inside their Oaks of Clear Creek home, leaving the wife dead and the husband hospitalized, according to police. Their adult son was arrested and is now facing a murder charge. View this post on Instagram The League City Police Depar...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1613: Faraday and Magnetism
Episode: 1613 In which Michael Faraday helps us to parse the word, Genius. Today, we watch genius at work.
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Who pays for wild hog damage? Woodlands-area resident caught in $3,500 dilemma
Suburban expansion along I-45 is driving feral hog sounders out of neighboring woods and directly into Montgomery County lawns, causing extensive damage even during broad daylight....
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Teen turns himself in weeks after fatal shooting of 16-year old in Durham Park neighborhood
A teen suspect has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Jadiel Rodriguez, Houston Police announced. Rodriguez was shot and killed on May 7 in the 8700 block of Blackhawk Ridge Lane at approximately 3:55 p.m. A second male was also wounded in the incid...
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Texas Gov. Abbott defends data center pause after Trump calls policy a ‘mistake’
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott defended his decision to pause new data center approvals over power grid and water concerns after Donald Trump criticized the policy as an economic mistake....
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Katy girl with Down syndrome finds her place on the soccer field
Athletes with slightly different physical capabilities often have more passion for their sport. For Naila Crow, her Down syndrome is only seen as an aspect of her life, and she learns differently than other athletes. Ready to dance? Houston Rockets Clutch City Dancers to hold ope...
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Houston quietly paused its blight cleanup program. People in Midtown are paying the price
A City of Houston program used to address neglected properties is currently paused, leaving some Midtown residents questioning what happens next as they continue reporting abandoned buildings they say have become safety concerns. A city email sent to Midtown resident Theresa Flor...
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Beachgoers warned after deadly 'flesh-eating' bacteria kills 5 in southern state
A potentially deadly "flesh-eating" bacteria has killed five people in Louisiana this year, a sharp rise from the state’s typical death toll.
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Memphis Grizzlies player Brandon Clarke's cause of death revealed
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has determined the cause and manner of death for former Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, who died at the age of 29 in May....