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Abbott suggests banning public schools from using H-1B visas
Gov. Greg Abbott says he will push to ban Texas public school districts from employing H-1B visa holders.
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South Texas man sentenced to 9 years in prison, linked to 56,000 child sexual abuse files
A South Texas man was sentenced to more than nine years in federal prison for receiving and distributing child sexual abuse material.
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Flock Safety CEO addresses backlash over misuse concerns, cites safeguards to prevent abuse
As the debate and concerns about privacy and abuse increase around the usage of Flock cameras across the country, the CEO of the company behind the technology sat down for a one-on-one interview with KPRC 2’s sister station, WDIV in Detroit. Local communities debating Flock Sever...
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70% of Texas voucher awardees previously attended private school or were homeschooled, state data shows
Seven out of every 10 students awarded money through Texas’ new school voucher program previously attended private school or were homeschooled, according to newly released state data. The Texas Comptroller’s Office reported 118,441 students had received awards through the Texas E...
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Pickled goat and chicken products sold nationwide recalled for not being inspected
More than 1,600 pounds of pickled goat and chicken products sold nationwide have been recalled over federal inspection concerns.
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Sugar Land police release sketch of suspect who seriously injured woman in baseball bat attack
The Sugar Land Police Department has released a sketch of the suspect who they say seriously injured a woman in a baseball bat attack earlier this summer....
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Ignoring student loans could cost Texas borrowers more than they expect
For millions of Texans carrying student loan debt, ignoring the problem may seem easier than trying to navigate a rapidly changing repayment system. But student loan expert Sonia Lewis says doing nothing could leave borrowers facing damaged credit, default, collections and potent...
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How the UH Mariachi Pumas continue to bring Mariachi to a new generation
The University of Houston’s Mariachi Pumas are helping keep the rich tradition of mariachi music alive on campus and throughout Houston. Led by director Jose Longoria, the group shares the history and cultural legacy of mariachi while giving students an opportunity to learn, perf...
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (August 18, 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.
business
City of Houston asks court to reconsider ruling that minority-owned business program is unconstitutional
The program was stuck down last month by U.S. Judge David Hittner, who sided with a white couple who sued the city in 2023 over its longstanding initiative related to government contracts....
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Hello Houston (August 18, 2026)
Today: We find out how the drug-resistant fungus Candida auris spreads, learn about the latest advances in melanoma research and therapies, talk with Houston-based sculptor Bridgette Mongeon about her new book, and more....
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Frank Beard, the drummer for legendary Houston rock band ZZ Top, dies at age 77
Beard is the second original band member to have died. In July 2021, ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill died at age 72.
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Galveston County constable, residents urge Texas Supreme Court to block county’s new precinct map
The plaintiffs asked the state's highest civil court to block Galveston County’s new precinct boundaries ahead of the November election. The maps were changed on June 29, after the March primary election....
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ZZ Top drummer Frank Beard dies at 77
Frank Beard, the longtime drummer for Texas rock band ZZ Top, died this week. He was 77.
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Minnesota sues Gov. Abbott as ICE agent charged in shooting faces possible release in Texas
The lawsuit seeks to force Gov. Abbott to approve the extradition of Christian Castro, who faces charges stemming from a January shooting in Minneapolis....
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Texas mom arrested after scared 6-year-old left alone at Florida park
A Texas mom was arrested after police say her 6-year-old son was found alone and scared at a Florida park.
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ICE proposes offering insurance for local police that arrest immigrants
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency has proposed an insurance plan that could protect local police officers who make immigration arrests....
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Supreme Court asked to review Texas Ten Commandments in schools law
Civil rights groups are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to review Texas’ law requiring Ten Commandments displays in public school classrooms.
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FBI Houston reports arrests for school threats with new academic year just beginning
The new school year has just begun, but the FBI says multiple arrests have already been made in the Houston-area for school threats.
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3 children killed in recent crashes across Texas
Three children were killed in crashes across Texas over the weekend.
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Survey finds most workers skip lunch or spend break on screens
When was the last time you actually took a lunch break? Not eating while answering emails. Not scrolling through your phone. Not squeezing in a few bites between meetings. Actually taking a break. Houston-area pastor detained by ICE at Bush Airport while traveling with wife A new...
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Water restored at Bellaire HS, Horn Elementary after water main break causes outage
The City of Bellaire experienced a temporary water outage following a water main break Tuesday morning. The city says crews are working to fix the busted pipe on South Rice Avenue and Pines Street. The water line break impacted Bellaire High School and Horn Elementary School, acc...
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These viral TikTok dental hacks could be damaging your teeth, experts warn
From DIY teeth whitening to homemade braces, social media is filled with dental hacks promising a cheaper path to a brighter, straighter smile. But dental experts warn some of the most popular trends could cause permanent damage to your teeth and gums. Dental experts at hellodent...
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FBI increases reward to $50,000 in Cypress triple murder arson case on second anniversary
Two years ago today, three people were murdered inside a Cypress home that was intentionally set on fire, and investigators are still searching for answers. Kelly Masciarelli, her son Kolin Foster, and his girlfriend Cameryn Richard were found dead in their home in the 14600 bloc...
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Cancer treatment delays surge across US as doctor warns system ‘needs fixing immediately’
Average wait times from diagnosis to first treatment grew by more than 10 days across all six cancer types studied.
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Spring pharmacist convicted in $20M healthcare kickback scheme
A Spring pharmacist faces time in federal prison after being found guilty by a federal jury of conspiring to pay millions of dollars in illegal healthcare kickbacks....
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Talarico pulls former Cornyn staff member to campaign team
James Talarico has hired a former member of Sen. John Cornyn's staff to work on his Senate campaign.
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Vaccination rates for US students entering kindergarten fall as exemptions climb to a new high
Vaccination rates for U.S. children entering kindergarten during the 2025-2026 school year decreased according to new data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), with vaccination exemptions hitting a record high....
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Supreme Court asked to review Texas law requiring the Ten Commandments in public schools
Over two dozen Texas families represented by the ACLU and other groups petitioned the nation’s highest court to hear their challenge after the conservative-leaning 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in April upheld the Texas law in a 9-8 ruling....
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CenterPoint Launches Hurricane Safety Week for Houston Customers
CenterPoint Energy launched its “Hurricane Safety and Preparedness Week” Monday, kicking off a week-long campaign aimed at helping Greater Houston customers stay safe and prepared as peak hurricane season gets underway. The campaign highlights the company’s ongoing preparedness e...
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State Farm dividend checks are in the mail: See if you qualify for a payout
If you’re a State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company auto insurance customer, you may have some money coming your way as the company begins a one-time $5 billion cash-back dividend to qualifying customers....
government
Texas counties sue feds for trying to tie election security policies to anti-terrorism funding
El Paso and Harris counties joined cities in Tennessee and Ohio in the suit arguing the new requirements are unconstitutional and would cost millions to implement....
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Wheatley HS earns historic ‘A’, HISD takeover nears turning point
Houston ISD superintendent Mike Miles used Wheatley’s turnaround to defend the district’s progress amid criticism. Credit: Tannistha Sinha/Defender For the first time in its history, Wheatley High School has earned an “A” accountability rating from the Texas Education Agency (TEA...
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Houston advocates expand Black breastfeeding support
Black Breastfeeding Week returns Aug. 25-31, and in Houston, home to the nation’s highest Black maternal mortality rate, a growing network of local advocates is working to close longstanding gaps in breastfeeding support. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found 73.6%...