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Genetic genealogy offers new hope in 62-year-old Fort Bend County homicide cold case
More than six decades after a man’s remains were discovered along FM 359 in Richmond, investigators are turning to advanced DNA testing and genealogical research in hopes of finally learning his identity. The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office is working with Moxxy Forensic Invest...
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American Airlines ditching first class for more premium seating on some planes
American Airlines is retrofitting select aircraft to expand its premium seating, with the fleet upgrades expected to be completed in 2027.
safety
ICE agent arrested in Texas federally charged with lying about Minneapolis shooting, AP reports
Christian Castro was released from a Texas jail last week as Minnesota continues its effort to extradite him on separate state charges.
safety
Oregon man accused of firing more than 200 rounds during SWAT standoff
An Oregon man is accused of firing toward tree workers and sheriff’s drones during an incident in which investigators believe he may have fired more than 200 rounds....
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Watch: Mystery animal attacks man in New Hampshire parking lot
A mystery animal attacked a man in a Lebanon, New Hampshire, parking lot, surveillance video released by police shows.
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James Elmore sentenced to 20 years in prison for role in 1984 ‘Texas Killing Fields’ case
Less than a day prior, a jury convicted Elmore of manslaughter and using or exhibiting a deadly weapon in the death of Laura Miller, who disappeared in 1984 at age 16....
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Katy residents claims $1 million scratch ticket prize
One Katy resident is $1 million richer after claiming a top-prize winning ticket in the Texas Lottery scratch ticket game 200X The Cash. The ticket was purchased at Kroger 733, located at 1550 W. Grand Parkway S. in Katy. This was the second of four top prizes worth $1 million to...
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James Dolphs Elmore Jr. sentenced to 20 years in 'Texas Killing Fields' case
James Dolphs Elmore Jr. has been given his prison sentence after being found guilty of manslaughter in the “Texas Killing Field" case.
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What to know about the GOP’s first midterm convention in Dallas
For two days next week, the American Airlines Center in Dallas will be the epicenter of the Republican Party as the party hosts its first of its kind midterm convention....
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Man sentenced to 20 years over a 'Texas Killing Fields' case, decades after dozens of bodies found
A man convicted over a “Texas Killing Fields” death was sentenced to 20 years in prison Thursday in a rare trial related to the bodies of dozens of women found near Houston beginning in the 1970s. James Dolphs Elmore Jr. was given the maximum sentence by a Galveston County jury a...
government
Republican Midterm Convention schedule: Trump, Vance and what happens each night
The RNC released full schedule details for its Midterm Convention in Dallas, featuring keynotes from President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance ahead of November elections....
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James Elmore Jr. sentenced to 20 years in Texas Killing Fields murder case
James Elmore Jr. has been sentenced to 20 years in prison, a day after a jury found him guilty of manslaughter in connection with the deaths of 16-year-old Laura Miller and Audrey Cook, whose remains were found in the Texas Killing Fields. The jury deliberated for less than 30 mi...
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Feds charge ICE agent with lying about Minneapolis shooting: Report
The Department of Justice is charging ICE agent Christian Castro with making false statements connected to the shooting of a Venezuelan in Minneapolis in January, the Associated Press reports....
safety
Mississippi police chief fired after reports of racist texts following toddler’s fatal shooting
A Mississippi police chief was fired following reports of racist text messages and amid continuing scrutiny of a police shooting that killed a 1-year-old boy....
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Texas deals with flooding fallout as Edouard moves deeper into state
Extreme rainfall, flooding and power outages continue Thursday in Texas as the remnants of Tropical Storm Edouard move deeper into the state.
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Lorenzo Salgado Araujo’s sons share how their lives have changed since fatal ICE shooting
In an interview with Hello Houston’s Ernie Manouse, Ronaldo and his younger brother Lorenzo Jr. shared how much their lives have changed in the two months since the fatal shooting of their father at the hands of federal agents became national news....
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Texas food banks feel the squeeze of federal cuts, drop in donations
Subscribe to The Y’all — a weekly dispatch about the people, places and policies defining Texas, produced by Texas Tribune journalists living in communities across the state. HOUSTON — When West Houston Assistance Ministries’ food pantry flooded around Easter , pantry manager Ver...
parks
Fort Phantom Hill Lake now fully 'infested' with zebra mussels, TPWD confirms
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has confirmed that Fort Phantom Hill Lake, near Abilene, is now fully “infested” with zebra mussels — meaning an established, reproducing population of the invasive species is present in the lake. The waterbody was first designated “positive” i...
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Eddie Nuñez On the Push To Fill UH’s Football Stadium, Calling For a Big Monday Home Game This Season and TDECU Stadium Upgrades
Bun B and The Mayor have both made personal public pitches. The nation’s No. 1 rated freshman quarterback Keisean Henderson took the mic and urged the students to come out at Cage Rage. The University of Houston’s offered flash ticket sales for as low as $23. Willie Fritz, Conner...
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Dollywood adding new features to honor late 'dreamer-in-chief'
Dolly Parton’s famed east Tennessee theme park will debut new features soon to honor the life of its “dreamer-in-chief.”
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NPR spent 2 years tracking deaths from heat. We found a staggering hidden toll
An NPR investigation found that people in the U.S. are dying from heat much more often than official counts show. We explore the reasons why — and how lives can be saved....
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Thousands of Texas families are waiting for help paying for childcare — and the list is growing
Data shows the number of Texas children on a waiting list for childcare payment assistance has spiked in recent years, and advocates worry the pressure on the system isn't letting up....
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Houston power outage tracker: Entergy, Centerpoint maps; report an outage
Remnants of Edouard continue to bring heavy rainfall and flooding after it caused power outages to thousands of residents. See how many outages have been reported, how to view the outage map, and how to report an outage at your home....
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Gallery Furniture honors veterans, first responders with free mattress giveaway
Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale and Gallery Furniture are marking Labor Day weekend with a meaningful giveaway — 150 free mattresses for veterans and first responders in the Houston area. The giveaway takes place today from 8 to 10 a.m. at Gallery Furniture, located at 6006 North F...
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More rain headed toward Livingston as flooding, power outages continue after Edouard
More rain is headed toward an area of Polk County that is still recovering from the flooding and damage left behind by Tropical Depression Edouard. For some families in and around Livingston, officials say it won’t take much additional rain to create another problem. Edouard: Hig...
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We’re not done with the rain yet, more storms on the way
Friday’s Forecast: While Edouard is no more, the tropical moisture from the broad circulation is still over southeast Texas. That means more heavy rain will fall Friday. Storms will be hit and miss but if you get hit expect heavy rain and a lot of lightning. Below is the futureca...
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AI and medicine (Sept. 3, 2026)
On Thursday's show: We learn more about the recent deal the city of Houston made promising to never absorb The Woodlands. And we discuss how AI is showing up in health care....
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2 Newsletter: Edouard moves north, but tropical moisture remains through the day
Hello, Houston.☀️ As the remnants of Edouard move north and out of Texas, some parts of the Houston area are still seeing tropical moisture. Edouard hit as a 60mph tropical storm. So far this hurricane season, we have not had a hurricane form in the Atlantic basin. The latest fir...
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Jordan Chiles taps Michael Jordan, Houston legends Paul Wall and Johnny Dang for 2028 Olympics announcement
Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles is setting her sights on the 2028 Summer Olympics, and she brought some Houston star power along for the announcement. Chiles announced her intention to compete in the Los Angeles Games in a new social media video titled “LA2028...WHY NOT?” View this...
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Houston restaurant Aga’s ranks No. 1 in the world for Uber Eats orders
A Houston restaurant is getting worldwide attention for something many Houstonians already know: people really love ordering from Aga’s. The Indian-Pakistani restaurant has been named the No. 1 single-location restaurant in the world for Uber Eats orders, according to 2025 data f...
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Vaccines may lower alzheimer’s risk by up to 40%, Houston doctor says
It is World Alzheimer’s Month, and we continue to bring awareness to this disease that has no cure, but many treatments can help slow the progression. Doctors say they are seeing the risk of Alzheimer’s Disease lowered by taking this one small step towards better health. Certain ...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2636: Admiral Michael Mullin and Mathematics
Episode: 2636 Admiral Michael Mullen and Mathematics. Today, leading the charge.
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Houston Rockets announce new season promotions and fan experiences at Toyota Center
The Houston Rockets on Wednesday announced a full slate of theme nights, giveaways, and fan experiences for the 2026-27 season, highlighted by the expansion of Red Rush 90 to every home game, three bobblehead giveaways, Kid Days, Space City Saturdays and special ticket packages. ...
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Racial healing starts with honest conversations
Families, educators, and mental health experts say affirming identity helps young people process racism without internalizing harm. As a child, Jacinay Coleman-Shelton struggled to understand her racial identity, but her curiosity often led her to ask outspoken questions when rac...
government
Pulpit wars: James Talarico, Ken Paxton test voter turnout strategies
Democrat James Talarico is spending part of the closing stretch of Texas’ U.S. Senate campaign inside Houston’s Black churches, trying to turn overwhelming support among Black voters into turnout. His opponent, Republican Ken Paxton, faces almost the reverse challenge. He enjoys ...
schools
Why Imani School welcomed Ted Cruz visit
When U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz walked the halls of The Imani School in Houston last week, the visit did not go unnoticed. Photos of the Republican senator touring the predominantly Black Christian school, talking with students, and meeting with parents quickly circulated, prompting crit...
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Harris County targets deadly domestic violence racial disparities
Harris County is taking a harder look at domestic violence—not simply as a criminal justice problem, but as a community safety issue shaped by race, neighborhood, poverty, and access to trusted support. That focus is part of Advancing Safer Communities in Harris County, a new rep...