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30% of Americans admit to shoplifting, annual survey finds
More Americans say they're turning to shoplifting as inflation and financial strain continue to squeeze budgets. A new survey reveals who's stealing and what they're taking....
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Student success should mean more state money for universities, Texas agency suggests
Texas lawmakers should reshape how Texas funds public universities by giving them more money when students make progress toward degrees and graduate, the state’s higher education agency recommended Wednesday. That recommendation came during the same meeting at which Texas Higher ...
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WNBA commissioner and union leaders discuss steps to protect players from online harassment
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert discussed what more can be done to protect players from online harassment during a virtual meeting with the players' union executive committee and the union's Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee. The call Tuesday night came at the ...
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William Shatner, daughter diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer 1 year apart
William Shatner is opening up about his battle with Stage 4 melanoma alongside his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretsch, who survived Stage 4 breast cancer....
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Woman attacked by brown bear while hiking with friend and 3 dogs near Alaska state park
A woman was attacked by a brown bear Saturday while hiking with a friend and three dogs near a state park in Alaska, authorities said.
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Yankees' José Caballero targeted by MLB for crackdown on plate routine of waiting to engage pitcher
New York Yankees shortstop José Caballero was targeted by Major League Baseball for some pest control, sparking yet another squabble. Weary of Caballero's routine of waiting to acknowledge the pitcher just before the pitch clock reaches eight seconds, MLB told umpires Wednesday h...
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Democrats press ICE on oversight, say 1 officer referred for discipline over use of force
One Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer has been referred for discipline over a use-of-force incident since the beginning of the Trump administration, said Democratic members of the House Homeland Security Committee after a briefing with ICE officials Wednesday about body...
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Red Sox match club record of 15 straight wins, then lose nightcap of doubleheader with Orioles
The last time the Boston Red Sox won 15 straight games, Ted Williams was putting together an MVP season in 1946 and leading them to an American League championship. On Wednesday, the Red Sox matched that streak from 80 years ago, beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the opener of...
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College graduates may need to explore outside study area to get job, experts say
ABC13's latest Who's Hiring job fair takes a look at what options are available to help recent college graduates looking for work.
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DOJ investigating Rep. Cory Mills: Sources
The Justice Department is investigating embattled Florida Congressman Cory Mills, according to multiple sources familiar with the situation.
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Texas extends deadline for flood-related SNAP replacement benefits
The federal government has granted a Texas request to extend the deadline for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients who were impacted by July flooding....
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$290M cocaine haul found ‘skillfully concealed’ in massive banana shipment
Italian officials said the 1,700-pound haul of cocaine, hidden among banana pallets, could have generated roughly $290 million on the street.
safety
3 rescued after store collapse in Porter
Porter Fire Department crews responded to a structure collapse at a gas station on FM 1314 at Lazy Lane, shortly after 11 a.m. Wednesday. Firefighters assisted three uninjured persons in evacuating the store. A Montgomery County Structural Collapse Team — including units from The...
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4 cases of measles confirmed in Montgomery County, health officials say
Officials said the three family members were exposed to another confirmed case who traveled from out of state.
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Prosecutor focuses on who knew about singer D4vd's relationship with teen girl before her killing
Prosecutors allege D4vd fatally stabbed Celeste Rivas Hernandez to prevent her from revealing their relationship and ruining his career.
safety
Woman shot after employee believed she was involved in a burglary at a SE Houston business: Police
A woman was shot in southeast Houston along the Gulf Freeway on Wednesday morning after an employee believed she was involved in a burglary at a business, police said....
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Montgomery County confirms 4th measles case — woman hospitalized
The Montgomery County Public Health confirmed Wednesday that a fourth Montgomery County resident has tested positive for measles, expanding the cluster first reported earlier this week . PREVIOUS: Montgomery County reports 3 cases of measles after family exposed to case in indivi...
government
House Republicans adopt $95 billion package for the Iran war and Trump's priorities
The vote tally was 216-214, with all Democrats opposed.
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Nolan Wells' independent autopsy says cause, manner of death 'undetermined pending investigation'
The preliminary findings from Mississippi teenager Nolan Wells' independent autopsy were announced on Wednesday as the investigation into his death continues....
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Florida researchers bring endangered elkhorn coral ashore to protect them
Scientists working to save a coral species from extinction transported 30 pieces from nurseries off the Florida coast to a hatchery on land Wednesday, fearing that warming waters could trigger a mass bleaching event this summer that could wipe them out. Elkhorn coral populations ...
schools
Houston hits 100 degrees for the first time in nearly a year, storms possible this evening
Houston officially reached 100 degrees Wednesday, making it the hottest day of the year so far. It is also the city’s first triple-digit temperature since August 20, 2025, when the high reached 101 degrees. South Park and Bellaire High School have both hit 102! Wednesday Night Ra...
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Immigration attorney in deadly ICE shooting case declines comment on felony assault case after court hearing
The immigration attorney representing two witnesses in the deadly ICE shooting on Canal Street is facing a legal battle of his own in Harris County. Hugo Balderas-Ibarra appeared in court Wednesday morning in connection with a felony charge of assault by impeding breathing or cir...
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Galveston County officials monitor Bertha as tropical storm warning takes effect
The National Weather Service on Thursday issued a tropical storm warning for Chambers County as well as coastal portions of Brazoria and Galveston counties. The watch is in effect until 6 a.m. Friday and means tropical storm conditions are expected....
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Ole Miss coach Pete Golding has moved on, calls Lane Kiffin 'the ex' who's always going to come up
Unearthed at Ole Miss after an offseason filled with tales of betrayal, unkept promises and watching college football's ugly underbelly tearing at the fabric of an institution came this surprise from the new coach there, Pete Golding: “I have no ill will toward Coach Kiffin,” Gol...
safety
"Most wanted fraudster" nabbed for $547M Medicare scheme, DOJ says
A man who allegedly attempted to defraud Medicare for over half a billion dollars was arrested on Tuesday after being on the run for more than three years, according to the Department of Justice....
safety
Pasadena council discusses KPRC 2 reporting on police sergeant, alleged Flock camera misuse
Questions surrounding the Pasadena Police Department’s use of its Flock Safety camera system were raised publicly during Tuesday night’s Pasadena City Council meeting, days after KPRC 2 reported that a police sergeant resigned while under an active internal investigation. PREVIOU...
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Man found dead with gunshot wound in NW Harris County hotel, Pct. 4 says
Precinct 4 said deputies were called to a medical call, but when they arrived, they found a man with a gunshot wound.
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Teen gets hefty payout for rare find from NBA legend
A teen found a rare Los Angeles Lakers warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain and received a massive payout.
government
House votes for Department of War renaming as part of an annual defense bill
The House on Wednesday passed a defense policy bill that incorporates President Donald Trump's request for a historic $1.15 trillion in spending for national security and that would designate the Department of Defense as the Department of War. It also would provide for a pay rais...
business
Earnings at Musk's car company fall as research spending cuts into profit from selling cars
Tesla said Wednesday that its profits fell last quarter as the car company run by Elon Musk shoveled more money into research and development, cutting into profits from a sharp increase in vehicle sales. The Austin, Texas, company reported second-quarter net income of $1.11 billi...
business
Google's Q2 earnings of $112.11B beat Wall Street's expectations on AI boom
Google parent company Alphabet Inc. posted stronger-than-expected results for its second quarter, a sign that it's massive artificial intelligence spending spree is paying off so far and advertising revenue is coming in strong. The Mountain View, California-based company said Wed...
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European Union gives its greenlight to Paramount and Warner's mega merger with some conditions
The European Union approved Paramount's $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery this week, effectively clearing another regulatory hurdle for a mega merger that could vastly reshape the entertainment and media landscape worldwide. But the greenlight comes with certain cond...
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4 victims in mass drowning on Ohio river identified as 2 married couples
Two women and three men died after several adults entered a river in Ohio to help a struggling swimmer, as two young children were left on shore, authorities said....
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ERCOT prepares for record demand during Texas heat wave
Energy experts say a growth in solar power and other renewables will help the state avoid rolling blackouts during peak demand on the power grid.
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 22, 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
Celebrate National Tequila Day at Zanti Cucina Italiana in River Oaks
National Tequila Day is Friday, and whether you like your margaritas sweet, spicy, or somewhere in between, Zanti Cucina Italiana in River Oaks has something special in store. Zanti will feature handcrafted margaritas and tableside cocktail cart service beginning at 4 p.m. Sip on...
library
A 12-year-old poet laureate embraces a new role -- book author
The 12-year-old signs and reads copies of his first book, "Who Am I?" at events all across the Tri-State area.
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Madonna, BTS and more World Cup halftime performers see jump in song streams, Justin Bieber up 110%
It was the 11-minute performance heard around the world. Madonna, Justin Bieber , BTS and Shakira each brought abridged hits to the World Cup’s first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday just outside New York. And it has resulted in some noteworthy streaming bumps. Lum...
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The World Cup promised an economic bump in Houston. Hoteliers and renters say they overpromised
Preliminary data covering six of Houston’s seven World Cup matches indicates demand fell year over year for hotels, though many visitors were willing to pay a higher rate to stay in Houston....
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Red Sox win 15th straight, matching longest in club history, with 6-3 victory over Orioles
The Boston Red Sox won their 15th straight game to match a club record for the longest winning streak in team history from 80 years ago, beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the opener of a split doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon. They equaled the 1946 American League champs, w...
safety
3 people rescued when gas station collapses in Montgomery County, authorities say
An investigation is underway after three people were rescued from a gas station collapse in Montgomery County on Wednesday, according to the Porter Fire Department....
schools
Tips for Planning the Perfect Summer Getaway
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to plan a getaway, late summer could be your sweet spot. With the busy Fourth of July travel rush behind us and families beginning to shift into back-to-school mode, travel expert Jeanenne Tornatore says travelers can enjoy better deals, ...
safety
Regional electric grid operator warns electric partners in five western US states about increased demands
A U.S. electric grid operator issued an Energy Emergency Alert Level 3 (EEA 3) warning to its electric partners for five western states — Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico — due to the heat wave and increased electrical demand....
parks
Academy Award-winner Morgan Freeman heading to Houston for blues experience
For more than 50 years, Hollywood legend Morgan Freeman has entertained audiences around the world with his unforgettable performances, and unmistakable voice. The Oscar winner is bringing Morgan Freeman’s Symphonic Blues Experience to Houston, blending his signature storytelling...
business
Chick-fil-A customers’ information exposed in data breach
An internal data breach has exposed the information from some certain customers of Chick-fil-A’s loyalty accounts in what the company described as an automated attack on their website and mobile app....
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Texas congressman files bill to keep Boca Chica Beach from being renamed
The measure would require congressional notification before federal officials consider renaming places in a lawmaker’s district.
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José Ramírez returns to Guardians after star 3B missed 5 weeks following left hand surgery
The Guardians managed without José Ramírez. They'd rather not have to do that again. Ramírez was activated from the injury list on Wednesday after the seven-time All-Star third baseman missed five weeks following left hand surgery. Cleveland stayed near the top of the AL Central ...
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City of Houston opens up more than 100 cooling centers as temperatures rise Wednesday
This comes as the National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning for Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
government
Hello Houston (July 22, 2026)
Today: Fort Bend County Commissioner Dexter McCoy discusses the county’s ongoing leadership fight, we learn about how Houstonians can preserve local bee populations, talk with Houston area food and travel content creator Shawn Singh, and more....
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James Talarico calls for tighter regulations on data center development
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico on Wednesday called for a broad set of tighter regulations on data centers in Texas, seizing on what has become a potential political liability for Republicans who until recently had embraced the explosion of artificial intelligence-d...
safety
Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Isaiah Adams arrested in Canada on gun charges
Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Isaiah Adams was arrested in Canada recently on four weapons charges. Adams, 25, was charged with possession of a firearm obtained in a crime, possession of a restricted/prohibited firearm, no license while in possession of a loaded firearm and...
safety
Judge denies bond for man accused in deadly Cypresswood apartment fire that killed his brother
A judge has ordered Matthew Atwater held without bond in the case involving an apartment fire that killed his brother and injured multiple other people at the Cypresswood Apartments. PREVIOUS: Man charged with felony murder, arson in Cypresswood apartment fire that killed brother...
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Trump pays respects to 4 US service members killed in the Middle East
The ritual is one of the most somber duties of a commander-in-chief.
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Stephen Curry to have dedicated exhibit at Basketball Hall of Fame, a 1st for an active player
"Stephen Curry: Beyond the Arc" is set to open Friday, celebrating the career of a two-time MVP and the NBA's career leader in 3-pointers. The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame said it was the first time in the museum's nearly 75-year history that an active player would h...
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Texas court denies Liberty County man’s appeal in father-in-law’s murder case
Texas’ highest criminal court has turned down Brandon Lee Jenkins’ latest attempt to challenge his conviction in the 2015 shooting death of his father-in-law , Tracy Odell Holmes. PREVIOUS: Liberty County murder case reexamined after 11 years: Family holds onto hope for justice C...
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100+ cooling centers open in Houston amid extreme heat
The cooling centers are open as the Greater Houston area is under an Extreme Heat Warning from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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AP Exclusive: A boater's photo may be 'the last picture' of group drowned in an Ohio river
Marcus L. Martin felt instant trepidation Sunday when he saw five adults wading thigh- and waist-deep in the Scioto River. A frequent boater on the Ohio waterway, the Baptist pastor knew the area where they were standing to be treacherous. He believes the people he captured in a ...
safety
Judge sets $800K bond for Houston funeral home director accused of trying to steal $2M estate
Harris County District Court Judge Hazel B. Jones set bond at a total of $800,000 Wednesday morning for the unlicensed Houston funeral home director accused of posing as the spouse of a dead man to steal his estate worth more than $2 million. PREVIOUS: Funeral home director arres...
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Prosecutors zoom in on blood stains to show singer D4vd should be tried in killing of 14-year-old
Prosecutors dug into the details of blood stains and other forensic evidence Wednesday in hopes of persuading a judge that singer D4vd should go to trial for the stabbing death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez . On the second day of a preliminary hearing for D4vd , whose le...
government
House Republicans push $95 billion package for the Iran war and Trump's priorities
House Speaker Mike Johnson will try to advance a Republican-only $95 billion budget proposal Wednesday, a long-shot effort to fund the Iran war and other White House priorities over Democratic objections as a GOP priority before the midterm elections . House Republicans are divid...
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