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ICE, policing, & civil rights (Oct. 13, 2026)
On Tuesday's show: We discuss how federal agents identify themselves and the tactics they use with immigrants and U.S. citizens. And we visit a new robotics program at Galveston College....
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Survey: Democratic candidate Letitia Plummer leads Orlando Sanchez by 7 points for Harris County judge seat
The county judge acts as a county executive and the top elected leader of the five-member Harris County Commissioners Court, which oversees the third largest county in the nation....
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Poll: Democratic candidates lead Republicans among likely Harris County voters in top statewide races
The poll shows state Rep. James Talarico leading Attorney General Ken Paxton among likely Harris County voters in the U.S. Senate race by 22 percentage points, while state Rep. Gina Hinojosa leads Gov. Greg Abbott among likely county voters in the Texas gubernatorial contest by 1...
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Halloween spending expected to hit $13.5 billion as shoppers prepare for spooky season
Halloween is getting bigger, and so is the price tag. Americans are expected to spend a record $13.5 billion on Halloween this year as shoppers stock up on costumes, candy and decorations. Americans say these are the most overdone Halloween costumes The estimate comes from the Na...
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Houston cold front could bring a taste of fall this weekend: What to expect
Houston’s unending summerlike weather may finally get a break this weekend. A cold front is expected to approach SE Texas late Friday, potentially bringing our first real fall feel by Saturday. What’s pushing the cold front toward Houston? The change starts thousands of feet abov...
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Roadwork near Bush Airport expected to cause traffic delays through Friday
Travelers heading to George Bush Intercontinental Airport could face traffic delays this week as construction work reduces the number of lanes available near the airport. The roadwork started on Monday at 10 p.m. and will continue through Friday, according to the Houston Airport ...
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HPD investigating possible smash-and-grab at northside smoke shop
Houston police are investigating a possible smash-and-grab at a smoke shop on Airline Drive early Tuesday morning. Reports indicate a vehicle may have crashed into the front of the store around 4:30 a.m. at 5520 Airline Drive, breaking glass and windows. Merchandise may have been...
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Scattered storms are back for Tuesday and our fall front still on track for this weekend!
Tuesday’s Forecast: Humidity and moisture continue to stream in. Isolated showers early could become isolated thunderstorms late. Brief heavy downpours and active lightning are all in play. Expect the humidity to peak around midday through evening. It will feel yucky, albeit the ...