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What happens next after mistrial in Lindsay Clancy murder case?
After more than a week of deliberations, the jury in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial remained deadlocked, prompting a mistrial and leaving prosecutors to decide what comes next in the case involving the deaths of her three children....
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Law enforcement reminds Texans to stay safe this Labor Day weekend as millions are set to travel
On Thursday, local law enforcement agencies announced that they would be increasing their DWI enforcement over the three-day weekend.
business
Walmart berry recall expands over E. coli contamination risk
The new recall is an expansion of one issued in July with federal health officials saying the affected frozen berries were sold at Walmart stores in multiple states including Florida, Illinois, and Minnesota....
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Child squishy dumpling toys recalled over dangerous water beads, CPSC warns
Two squishy toy recalls warn of water beads that can expand if swallowed, posing potentially life-threatening risks to children.
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Hikers who used AI to plan trip had to be rescued, authorities say
Three novice hikers from Roseville, California, were rescued from Mount Shasta after using Google’s Gemini AI to help plan their trip.
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College Football Week 1: Texas schools begin 2026 season with huge expectations
Labor Day weekend brings the beginning of the 2026 college football season, and several Texas universities with big expectations are set to kick off their seasons....
safety
Banned Chinese air bag part blamed for death in survivable crash
Another death has been reported from faulty Chinese airbag parts that are now banned in the U.S.
safety
Shooting investigation underway at Burger King in northeast Houston
The Houston Police Department is investigating a shooting at a Burger King in the Denver Harbor community in northeast Houston. Officers responded to the restaurant in the 6200 block of the East Freeway shortly after 10 a.m. Friday, police confirmed. One person was transported to...
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8 people found trapped in rail car near Texas border
Eight people were found trapped inside a rail car near the Texas border this week.
business
DOJ expands beef price investigation to Kroger, Costco, Walmart as beef prices soar
Houston-area shoppers who have noticed higher prices at the meat counter could be watching a new development in the federal investigation into the cost of beef. The U.S. Department of Justice has expanded its antitrust investigation into beef prices to include eight major retaile...
Local
Houston no longer has the tallest building in Texas: 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.
safety
Thousands of magnetic wireless power banks recalled over fire, burn hazards
About 32,400 XO Poppy Power Trip Magnetic Wireless Power Banks sold exclusively at TJX and Marshalls stores have been recalled because their lithium-ion batteries can overheat and ignite....
safety
Houston police release sketch of man accused of asking 8-year-old girl to get in his vehicle
The Houston Police Department has released a police sketch of a man accused of asking an 8-year-old girl to get into his vehicle in the 6200 block of Haskell Street on Aug. 16. According to HPD, the man is described as bald, Black and having tattoos on his face and arms. Man, wom...
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Costco quietly pulls popular member perk seemingly without warning: 'Real bummer for the deals'
Costco members can no longer access this well-known perk that quietly disappeared from the retailer's website.
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Help bring Maggie home: Missing goldendoodle is the best friend of a Richmond boy battling brain cancer
A Richmond family is asking for help finding Maggie, a goldendoodle who went missing Wednesday in Needville. Maggie was with the family near Kunz Road and Reeh Road when, according to the family, a gunshot startled her and she ran away. She was reportedly in the area for a Chevro...
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Labor Day travel: Texas troopers launching weekend traffic crackdown
You’ll notice more cops on Texas roads during Labor Day weekend.
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WATCH: ‘Dead’ deer scares Texas deputy in viral video
Sometimes, even the bravest of us can get scared half to death.
safety
Exclusive: Misdemeanor marijuana arrests soar under Houston Mayor Whitmire by nearly 1,200%
The revelation comes two months before Houston voters could force the department to deprioritize misdemeanor marijuana enforcement.
safety
Pasadena shooting leaves woman hospitalized; suspect remains at large
Pasadena Police are investigating a shooting reported around 6:20 a.m. Friday in the 200 block of West Jackson Avenue. Officers found an adult woman inside a vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds. She was taken to a hospital, where her condition is currently unknown. Man, woman fo...
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A look at Dallas the last time it hosted a GOP National Convention
Dallas will host the first ever Republican Midterm Convention on Sept. 9-10, but it isn't the first time the city has welcomed Republicans from across the United States....
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After Abbott’s order limiting Flock cameras, DPS to continue using its vast surveillance network
Law enforcement agencies from across the country search the DPS Flock database once every four seconds, on average. After the Tribune inquired, DPS said it will limit which agencies can access the network....
government
Texas State Board of Education set to OK anti-Islam social studies curriculum
The State Board Education is expected to give final approval Friday to controversial social studies and history curricula that all Texas high school students must learn. Lessons depict Islam as a violent religion and Christianity as an essential cornerstone of the nation....
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Federal disaster aid approved 7 weeks after South Central Texas floods; Bexar windstorm assessment begins
Federal disaster assistance was approved for 19 counties hit by severe flooding in July, while Bexar County is undergoing a damage assessment after the Aug. 28 windstorm....
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Heights fitness club grows from 5 athletes to more than 90, creating a community where everybody belongs
At O Athletik in the Heights, an occasional Friday night workout brings together athletes and volunteers for music, movement, and plenty of encouragement. For the athletes who show up, it is more than a workout. It is a place to make friends, build community and feel like they be...