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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (August 27, 2026)
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
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American ranchers are irked by Trump’s efforts to bring down beef prices: ‘This is a mistake’
The Trump administration has tried to lower beef prices for months, but demand, drought and a parasite have foiled its efforts. Some ranchers are frustrated with the administration's latest moves....
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Hello Houston (August 27, 2026)
Today: Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare gives us an update on the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, we talk with the hosts of the Houston-based podcast, “Bottom of the Barrel,” and listen to the newest episode of “Texperts.”...
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Families celebrate as HISD bus starts serving north Houston apartment complex
A north Houston great-grandmother who spent the first two weeks of school shuttling children to three different Houston ISD campuses finally got some relief Thursday morning. ‘We’re getting a bus’: Great-grandmother helps north Houston kids get to school A Houston ISD school bus ...
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Google Assistant $68M settlement claim deadline is here: What to know
Eligible Americans have just hours left to file a claim in a proposed $68 million Google Assistant privacy settlement. Here’s who may qualify and how to file a claim....
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New polling shows Texas Republicans leading in several key statewide races
New polling shows Republicans leading in several key statewide races with just a few weeks to go before voters head to the polls for the midterm elections....
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Gov. Abbott has ordered a “pause” on data center approvals. Here’s what that means.
About 300 large data centers could face delays. But many other projects aren’t covered by the governor’s pause.
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NASA launches its powerful Roman telescope, studying dark matter and dark energy
The Roman telescope is a multi-billion dollar venture that can capture photos 100 times larger than those of the Hubble telescope.
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Costco brings long-awaited delivery upgrade for some of its most beloved items
Costco is rolling out a major new convenience option for members, expanding digital access to some of its most popular items.
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North Carolina doctor accused of shooting 2 sisters in alleged interstate road rage attack
A North Carolina doctor was arrested Aug. 22 after he allegedly fired into a Jeep during an interstate road rage incident, wounding two sisters, ages 12 and 20, according to Virginia State Police....
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Son charged with murder after father found stabbed to death at northwest Harris County home
30-year-old Liam Jacob Sanders is now in the Harris County Jail. Investigators say he called emergency dispatchers this morning saying that he stabbed his father inside a home on Stoneside Drive in the Cloverfield area. Major Earl Dean with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office told...
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Secret Service aware of potential threat against Barron Trump: Reports
The U.S. Secret Service is aware of a video broadcast by Iranian state television discussing a potential plot to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump's youngest son, according to reports....
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Talarico leads Paxton as Texas voters rank affordability top concern, poll finds
A new Texas poll finds Democrat James Talarico leading Republican Ken Paxton in the 2026 U.S. Senate race. The survey also found affordability and cost of living are voters’ top concerns....
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ICE agent released after being held in Texas jail for extradition to Minnesota as federal deadline expires
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agent Christian Castro faces charges in Minnesota related to his alleged shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant in northern Minneapolis in January. Gov. Greg Abbott has yet to sign an extradition warrant....
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Frozen buffalo chicken products recalled over inspection issue
Nearly 25,000 pounds of frozen buffalo chicken products are being recalled after they were produced without federal inspection.
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Texas can catch a lunar eclipse tonight
Texans will be treated to a spectacular astronomical show Thursday night.
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ICE agent sought in Minnesota immigrant shooting released from Texas jail
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer being held in a Texas jail has been released despite an extradition request from Minnesota.
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What does it mean to be a Texas Republican in 2026? It depends who you ask
As Republicans prepare for the party's first national midterm convention in Dallas, we asked Texas Republicans what — and who — defines the Lone Star State's GOP in 2026....
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New aid available for Galveston County homeowners recovering from Beryl
Galveston County homeowners whose properties were damaged by Hurricane Beryl or other eligible 2024 storms may qualify for financial help through a Texas General Land Office recovery program. Assistance may include money to rebuild, reimbursement for certain repairs and other dis...
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Tropical Storm Dolly Forms in Atlantic
Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the middle of the Atlantic. Dolly is expected to continue to move westward at a quick pace as it gets steered around a strong area of high pressure. The latest forecast track from the NHC has Dolly moving west towards the Leeward Islands by Satu...
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Houston Food Bank answers demands as food insecurity is on the rise
As the largest Feeding America food bank in the nation by distribution, the Houston Food Bank serves as a vital lifeline across 18 Southeast Texas counties....
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TIMELINE: Here’s when you can expect storms in your area this Thursday
Rain! Yes rain, is back in the forecast for your Thursday. We started off Thursday on a mostly dry note with just a few passing showers but rain should become a bit more scattered as we head into the second half of your day. Overall, we are looking at a 40% chance of rain so not ...
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NHC: Tropical Storm Dolly forms in the Atlantic
Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic, becoming the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
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Petition to rename Nashville airport after Dolly Parton gains traction
A petition to rename Nashville International Airport after Tennessee’s own Dolly Parton is gaining traction online.
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‘The whole enchilada’: House Speaker Mike Johnson says all eyes are on San Antonio’s new district
On Wednesday evening, U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana), U.S. Reps. Mario Díaz-Balart (R-Florida) and Rudy Yakam (R-Indiana) visited a VFW near the Mission Marquee Plaza in San Antonio, where they mingled with veterans and local officials at a campaign event for first...
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Houston to begin water shutoffs for thousands of delinquent customers
Beginning September 8, the City of Houston says it will begin disconnecting water service for customers who are 90 days or more behind on their bills and owe more than $500. Houston Public Works Director Randy Macchi says notices are already going out to customers who could be at...
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14-year-old riding e-scooter hit by vehicle in Klein, hospitalized
A teen was hospitalized after being hit by a vehicle while riding an electric scooter in Klein on Wednesday, according to Harris County authorities.
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Houston High School Football Is Back! Friday Football Frenzy Kicks Off Season 21
Are you ready for some football? How about Houston’s Friday Football Frenzy on KPRC 2? We are back for our 21st season of bringing viewers the most comprehensive high school football coverage in Greater Houston. Buckle up because it’s that time again for all levels across Texas s...
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HPD chief a no-show at safety meeting (Aug. 27, 2026)
On Thursday's show: We learn why HPD Chief Noe Diaz was a no-show at a Houston City Council public safety committee meeting this week. And we get an update on developments in the bid for NHL expansion to Houston or Austin....
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KFC’s new Oreo chicken sandwich has the internet asking: Would you try it?
KFC is taking the sweet-and-savory combination to a whole new level, and the internet has plenty to say about it. KFC and OREO have teamed up for a new Oreo Original Recipe Chicken Burger, but there’s a catch: You’ll have to travel to China to try it. According to Delish , the li...
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Panda Express CEO responds to criticism that chain’s food isn’t ‘authentic’ Chinese cuisine
Is Panda Express authentic Chinese food? That question has sparked plenty of debate over the years, and now the restaurant chain’s co-founder and CEO has weighed in. In an interview with TODAY , Panda Express co-founders and co-CEOs Andrew and Peggy Cherng addressed criticism tha...
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Where you can pay tribute to Dolly Parton in Houston and Galveston
Houston is finding its own ways to remember Dolly Parton. Following the death of the country music icon at 80, tributes are popping up at Houston-area bars, restaurants, music venues and even on the water in Galveston. Parton died Tuesday, Aug. 25, after a brief battle with cance...
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Loop 610 North re-opens after deadly early morning crash near McCarty
A young Houston man died early this morning after losing control of his vehicle on Loop 610 North near the McCarty exit. The crash was reported at approximately 12:23 a.m. The victim, described as a man in his 20s, was the sole occupant of a Lexus four-door sedan. According to au...
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7 ways to support Black-Owned businesses all year
Supporting Black-owned businesses isn’t just about making a purchase during Black Business Month or after a viral social media post. Small, consistent actions throughout the year can help entrepreneurs build stable businesses, create jobs, and strengthen local communities. Whethe...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2753: Henry Gantt
Episode: 2753 Henry Laurence Gantt. Today, we chart new territory.
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Who will be the quarterback of Prairie View this season?
Prairie View football coach Tremaine Jackson is known for saying he normally takes his quarterback into every postgame press conference, and he ain’t going with nobody who is soft or anybody he don’t know nothing about. “So we are going to find out who that is and we are going to...
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Aldine ISD superintendent LaTonya Goffney steps into national role
Aldine Independent School District Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney has stepped into a new role on the national stage. Goffney was installed as the 2026-27 president of The School Superintendents Association (AASA), an organization for school system leaders, representing mor...
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Black women in Houston grapple with DOGE-era job cuts
Landy Watley’s career felt secure right up until it wasn’t. Landy Watley, a former National Endowment for the Humanities employee, lost her job in 2025 and is still looking for full-time opportunities. Credit: Landy Watley She held a doctorate and worked at the National Endowment...
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The Narrative Project builds new youth justice model
Jacob Newsome grew up in Houston’s Fifth Ward, raised by a single mother and shaped by a childhood of trauma he later spent years unpacking in therapy. Now he’s trying to offer that same kind of healing to some of Harris County’s most vulnerable teenagers – the youth locked insid...
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Houston-area mother shot 5 times, daughter injured in northeast Houston shooting
A Houston mother who was shot five times while driving with her daughter is speaking out about the terrifying experience.
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Condo owners paying at least $800 a month in HOA fees for condos uninhabitable for more than 5 years
More than five years after a fire at Bayfront Towers, 11 condo owners remain unable to return to their units while all 74 owners continue paying special assessments and HOA fees tied to rebuilding the property....
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A Houston Graffiti King, Asiatown Art and a Surprise Sister City — Why Painted Bridges Matter
It may not be well known, but Houston has a special sister city across the ocean — Taipei, Taiwan. This unlikely partnership dates back to the 1960s, and several tributes to it can be found throughout Houston. If you know where to look. The Friendship Pavilion in Hermann Park is ...
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47 confirmed New World screwworm infestations: Texas tracker and what you need to know
Track confirmed New World screwworm infestations in Texas and learn what the flesh-eating parasite is, which animals are at risk, how it spreads, what symptoms to watch for and what officials are doing to contain the outbreak....
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders flags lowered to half-staff in remembrance of Dolly Parton
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered flags lowered to half-staff across the state in honor of Dolly Parton. The order states flags will be lowered for seven days in honor of the late country singer. The move comes one day after Parton’s death. The legendary country music singer...
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Houston’s brutal heat breaks as rain makes a comeback
For the first time in seven days, we’re not under a heat advisory, and I’m not expecting temperatures to reach 100 degrees on Thursday. It will still be hot, it’s August in Houston, after all but the worst of the excessive heat looks to be behind us for now. Thursday’s forecast: ...
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Residents at northeast Houston apartment complex without power for more than a day
Residents at a Humble apartment complex say they were without electricity for more than a day, leaving some concerned about the heat, spoiled food and medication that needs to stay refrigerated....
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Accused 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, 3 co-defendants set for 2028 trial
A military judge rejected prosecutors’ push for a 2027 trial date in the long-delayed case.
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Daniel Tirado Pantoja reunites with family after ICE release
Daniel Tirado Pantoja is back with his family after being released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody — but his legal battle is far from over. The League of United Latin American Citizens, known as LULAC, shared a statement from Tirado Pantoja’s family following his...
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Baytown fire: 'Process upset' at facility sends large plume of black smoke into the air
A huge plume of black smoke could be seen for miles following a "process upset" at a facility in Baytown on Wednesday evening.
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Dancer Turned Leader Aims To Make People Fall In Love With the Houston Ballet and the Bayou City’s Arts Power — Sonja Kostich Delves Into Her Ambitious Mission
One year ago, a new trailblazer arrived in Houston. Former ballerina Sonja Kostich, who later earned degrees in accounting and arts administration, took the reins of Houston Ballet as executive director, making her responsible for the storied ballet company’s strategic planning, ...
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Houston Police Department investigating officer usages of Flock camera system for potential policy violations
The Houston Police Department says it is investigating certain usages of the Flock camera system by officers for potential policy violations. The department didn’t disclose how many officers are being looked into, but said it has identified usage that is being investigated furthe...
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Houston Police expanding drone program to give officers more information during dangerous calls
Houston police are expanding their use of drones, giving officers another tool to gather information during dangerous calls before making decisions that could put lives at risk. Houston Police Chief J. Noe Diaz says drones can provide officers with a better view of a situation wh...
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People at 55+ complex in Dickinson raise security concerns over broken gates
Residents at Belle at Bay Colony, a 55-and-over apartment community in Dickinson, say broken security gates have left them frustrated, concerned and questioning who can access their property. Residents at the complex say they have repeatedly raised concerns about the broken gates...
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Baytown drag performer reacts after judge strikes down Texas restrictions
A federal judge struck down Texas’ drag performance restrictions. Baytown drag king Barry Mii Dandy explains how the legal fight affected performers.
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Meta to pay Texas over $1 billion, overhaul teen features in child safety settlement
Texas has secured a historic settlement worth over $1 billion from Meta Platforms Inc. to fund statewide youth mental health, crisis resources, and school safety programs....
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Better Bakehouse Snack Company recalls chocolate dipped donuts over undeclared milk allergen
The Better Bakehouse Snack Company is recalling certain lots of their donut snacks after one person reported having an allergic reaction.
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Texas renters: Check if you qualify for share of RealPage settlement
Renters who lived at properties using RealPage software from 2018 through 2025 may qualify for a share of a proposed $360 million settlement.
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Crews battling Ross Fire in Texas see slightly better weather
Crews are working around the clock to control the Ross Fire burning in Palo Pinto and Jack counties, west of Fort Worth.