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A 43-year-old Porter man has been sentenced to federal prison after pleading guilty to shooting and killing a bald eagle in his backyard, according to federal prosecutors. Santos Guerrero pleaded guilty May 14. U.S. Magistrate Judge Peter Bray ordered Guerrero to serve 14 days in...
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A Porter resident will have to spend time in federal prison and pay a fine after pleading guilty to shooting and killing a bald eagle in his backyard.
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If you shop at Walmart and have ever tried to tap your card or phone at checkout, there’s some good news. That option is finally on the way. Walmart announced Friday that Tap to Pay is coming to Walmart and Sam’s Club stores across the U.S., giving customers another way to pay wi...
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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.
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Walmart said it received nearly $2.9 billion in tariff refunds and plans to use some of it to support lower prices for shoppers, while the refunds also provided a significant boost to quarterly operating income....
government
A man dressed as "Star Wars" villain Darth Vader spoke up at a California city council meeting on the decision to acquire Flock cameras.
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Two Fort Bend County families are dealing with the aftermath of vehicle thefts after their GMC trucks were stolen less than an hour apart last week. Fabio David Arboleda said his white 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 was his dream truck. “We spent a month and a half just looking for a very ...
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Chrysler’s new recall affects certain 2021-2023 Dodge Durango vehicles due to a rear spoiler problem that could raise the risk of a crash.
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The State Fair of Texas has unveiled Big Tex's new Cavender's-designed red shirt featuring navy blue and white accents, kicking off a new annual tradition where his iconic Western wardrobe will evolve each year to honor local milestones....
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Most of the state’s GOP leaders have hedged on the White House's plans for the region, welcoming a construction pause without breaking from a president they're loath to cross....
safety
Eight passengers on board a charter plane were killed after the aircraft crashed in a remote part of western Alaska, according to military officials.
safety
While violent crime in Harris County has dropped significantly, District Attorney Sean Teare is warning that aggressive federal immigration enforcement is creating a dangerous paradox that keeps violent offenders on local streets....
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Tributes poured in on August 21 as loved ones and fans marked what would have been Hayden Panettiere’s 37th birthday. Here’s the latest on the investigation into the star’s death....
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Some information was kept out of Karmelo Anthony's murder trial because of an agreement between prosecutors and his defense attorney.
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Neutrogena is responding to growing backlash following the death of actress Hayden Panettiere, after comments she made earlier this year about her former relationship with the skincare brand resurfaced online. Panettiere, known for her roles in “Heroes” and “Nashville,” died Sund...
parks
Houston is hot, but Typhoon Texas is getting ready to bring the chill. The water park is hosting Cool Down HTX, an event designed to help Houstonians beat the heat with frozen fun, refreshing drinks and an icy surprise in the wave pool. The highlight of the event will be an Ice D...
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Getting stood up can make for an awkward and disappointing night out. But one woman says the staff at a Fogo de Chão restaurant in Washington, D.C., helped turn the experience into something much more positive. According to TODAY , TikTok creator Troi, who goes by @allthingstroi,...
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On Friday's show: We learn how a relatively unique court is helping renters avoid eviction. And we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week....
Local
More heat, humidity and triple-digit temps: We hit 100° again on Friday afternoon, marking the second time this week and the third time this summer that Houston has reached the century mark. More triple-digit temperatures are in the forecast. Combined with Houston’s humidity, aft...
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Hello, Houston.☀️ It’s going to reach 100 degrees in some areas this weekend, so if you’re headed outside at any time this weekend, make sure you are well prepared for the heat. Stay hydrated, and try your best to stay cool. As always, follow us for the latest on Click2Houston.co...
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A 19-year-old woman is facing an aggravated assault charge after investigators say she stabbed a pregnant woman who was dating her ex-boyfriend at a northeast Houston home. Carrieale Williams was arrested Thursday morning following the alleged attack on Dona Lane. Court records a...
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A Houston woman was shot during an attempted carjacking in the 2500 block of Eagle St. early this morning. Around 2:30 a.m., Houston Police Department officers responded to reports of a shooting in progress. The victim, a woman in her mid-20s, was visiting her boyfriend when a ma...
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Houston Dynamo FC moved into sole possession of first place in the MLS Western Conference on Wednesday night, defeating the previous leaders Vancouver Whitecaps FC by a 1-0 score for the fifth consecutive shutout victory, becoming just the third team in MLS history to accomplish ...
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For the second consecutive day, Houston Football quarterback Conner Weigman was named to a preseason watch list with the fifth-year quarterback being named to the Preseason Davey O’Brien Award Watch List on Thursday. Among returning Big 12 quarterbacks, Weigman’s 25 passing touch...
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If you came of age on Instagram and TikTok, you already know what a baddie is. A “baddie” has traditionally been defined as a confident woman, impeccably styled, with makeup on point, and not to be crossed. The term carries an edge of fierceness, and for many young women, it beca...
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Brandon Hebert had plenty of options. The North Shore senior offensive tackle received 22 scholarship offers from programs across the country, including Harvard, Kansas State, Mississippi State, Houston, UTSA, and Oregon State. When it came time to choose his future, the 6-foot-7...
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$500,000 EPA grant targets southwest Houston revitalization Congressman Al Green helped secure a $500,000 EPA grant to support redevelopment in Southwest Houston. Credit: Congressman Al Green Southwest Houston communities will receive a $500,000 federal investment to identify con...
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Episode: 1618 Today we wonder whether something other than one solution exists. Today, the forgotten lecture in your math course.
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A historic Houston neighborhood is getting a fresh investment in homeownership. The Houston Area Urban League, in partnership with Park Street Homes and Citizens Trust Bank, recently broke ground on Legacy Oaks at Bland Street. It’s a new development that will bring 23 single-fam...
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Top pick Fernando Mendoza is finding out quickly that he has a lot of work to do as he begins his NFL career. Mendoza struggled in his second preseason game, throwing an interception that Houston returned for a touchdown before the Las Vegas Raiders rallied late for a 22-20 victo...
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A third Aqua Texas customer is disputing a water bill totaling thousands of dollars after the utility reported her household used more than 100,000 gallons in a single month....
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The Philanthropy in Fashion Houston Best Dressed honorees represent a cross section of backgrounds, interests and ages with two unifying characteristics. Each has an altruistic interest in contributing to the Bayou City and each has a defining style. The philanthropic femmes will...
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More heat, humidity and triple digits temps: We hit 100° Thursday afternoon, marking just the second time this summer that Houston has reached the century mark. There are more triple-digit temperatures in the forecast. Combined with Houston’s humidity, afternoon heat index values...
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Texas Game Wardens say multiple citations and warnings were issued to three individuals who were catching fish and crabs through illegal means at the Texas City Dike. The agency says they responded after a concerned citizen made a report of suspicious fishing activity at the dike...
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Several Missouri City police officers sprang into action to save an autistic boy who was seen near a body of water and it was caught on camera.
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With temperatures expected to remain above 100 degrees across much of Texas, the SPCA of Texas is urging pet owners to take precautions to prevent heatstroke and other heat-related injuries. According to Veterinarians.org, Texas has the highest number of heat-related pet deaths i...
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The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will recognize National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day Friday, Aug. 21, with events aimed at educating families about the dangers of fentanyl and counterfeit pills. This year marks the fifth anniversary of the national observance, w...
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A pregnant woman was hospitalized after a stabbing attack at a home in northeast Harris County, allegedly by a church acquaintance, officials say.
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The owner of the targeted home said he wasn't aware of the suspect being in his home until the SWAT scene.
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A Heat Advisory is in effect for the Houston area through Friday. Highs will reach the upper 90s and low 100s, with heat index values around 106 to 110 degrees....
safety
A substitute teacher in Louisiana was arrested after authorities say she triggered false active shooter alerts at five schools, prompting security responses across the district....
safety
Less than a week after two U.S. Army soldiers were killed in a deadly crash in Bell County, the U.S. Army has resumed training missions involving Apache helicopters....
safety
A two-month task force investigation ended with the arrest of 50-year-old Jamell McDonald for allegedly operating a student-targeted drug hub out of a Texas City home....
safety
A U.S. Postal Service worker was arrested Thursday following a joint investigation in League City. Investigators with the League City Police Department and the U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General arrested 46-year-old Richard Ybanez of Bacliff. Ybanez was taken into cu...
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Conor Kennedy was placed on Russia’s wanted list for allegedly assisting Ukraine during the war after secretly joining its International Legion in 2022 before returning to the United States....
Local
Venezuelan government officials met with U.S. energy executives in Houston this week to sign two major oil investment agreements aimed at expanding crude production and mapping underground reserves, according to statements released by Venezuela’s Foreign Ministry . The deals were...
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The upcoming Labor Day weekend signals the transition from summer to fall, making it one of the best times of year to plan a getaway. Travel expert Jeanenne Tornatore joins Houston Life from from Vail, Colorado to share destination inspiration for making the most of the changing ...
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Harris County homeowners could see a significant increase in the county portion of their property tax bills under a proposal being considered as commissioners work to finalize next year’s budget....
