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A teenager accused of killing four people nearly two years ago at Apalachee High School in Georgia was in court Friday for a plea and sentencing hearing. Colt Gray, 16, previously pleaded not guilty to murder and other charges in the Sept. 4, 2024, shooting that killed two studen...
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Democrats are poised to lock in the party's 2028 presidential nominating schedule on Friday, likely cementing a dramatic break from decades of tradition by keeping Iowa off the top of the calendar and elevating more racially diverse states. Either South Carolina or Nevada is expe...
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So far, eight cats have been rescued, and the search continues for a German Shepherd mix wearing a collar. People in Huffman refer to the spot as McKay Island....
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A group of strangers refused to drive past a horrifying crash using sledge hammers, poles and their bare hands to pull 3 trapped women from a crushed car after it flew off a Beltway 8 HOV overpass and landed upside down on the Southwest Freeway. The crash happened Wednesday eveni...
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At least one person is dead following an auto-pedestrian crash in Houston on Thursday night, officials said.
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The family of the Spring man accused of setting his apartment complex on fire had placed multiple calls to law enforcement about him.
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Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike on Friday that helped galvanize a youth movement that's become one of India’s largest protests in recent years, but demonstrators vowed to continue until the education minister resigns. Wangchuk’s fast became a rallying ...
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More than two weeks after Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was fatally shot by an ICE agent, East End residents tell FOX 26 their neighborhood is still grieving. As multiple investigations continue, neighbors say they're balancing sadness and anger with a determination to honor Lorenzo's m...
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Supporters and labor organizations are rallying to raise awareness after ICE agents detained a Southwest Airlines flight attendant following a work flight. Lorenzo Thompson, a Jamaican national, was taken into custody on July 14 at Nashville International Airport....
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A Harris County Sheriff's Office Sergeant has been arrested and charged following an incident on Thursday morning.
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San Diego Comic-Con is back, and fans are already lining up for exclusive collectibles, epic cosplay and can't-miss pop culture moments.
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City officials say the contractor was standing next to a protective box placed in the ground for worker safety when the ground beneath gave way.
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Ezra Jin Mingri was inside a detention center in southern China on the morning of July 3, worrying that he would likely spend at least 15 years behind bars. The 57-year-old Chinese Christian pastor had even previously wondered whether he would live to see freedom again . In the s...
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"I think it was a life-changing experience for all of us." The creator and stars "Desperate Housewives" talk about the lasting legacy of the ABC drama. All eight seasons are streaming now on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+...
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A federal judicial panel has allowed Tennessee to use a new congressional map that splits apart a majority-Black district in Memphis , providing another legal victory for Republicans who hope to gain an additional seat in this year’s midterm elections. A three-judge panel on Thur...
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The manhunt for murder suspect Isabelle Johnson continues one month after finding human remains.
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The state has sent more than 3,000 letters to Alaska voters asking them to verify their citizenship ahead of the Aug. 18 primary, a number a top state elections official said is unusually high. The letters have raised concerns among some state lawmakers, including one who said so...
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The fight over who should be in charge of Fort Bend County stretched from the historic courthouse to civil courthouse.
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The U.S. military announced Thursday that they are conducting their 13th night of strikes against Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes.
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Fast-paced, professional 3-on-3 basketball is gaining fans across the country thanks to the BIG3 , a league founded by Ice Cube and entertainment executive Jeff Kwatinetz that features former NBA players and other professional talent. Houston is represented by the Houston Rig Han...
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Politicians, including those in Texas, are shifting and slowly reversing their support for data centers, as polling shows most Texans oppose them.
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The eggs were available at stores in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico, and Mississippi.
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Nearly 150,000 California voters had their mail-in ballots rejected for the state's June primary, a spike from recent elections even as the state attempts to make voting easier with the goal of boosting participation and counting every ballot. California has become notorious for ...
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Fans know Vic Mignogna as the voice behind some of anime’s most recognizable characters, but when he stopped by Houston Life , the conversation went far beyond voice acting. The actor, producer, musician and director appeared ahead of this weekend’s Anime Matsuri at the George R....
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Healthcare is one of Houston’s biggest and fastest-growing industries, and local employers continue to look for skilled workers across a wide range of roles. That demand is part of what draws students to HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences , a campus located in the heart of t...
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Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora.
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A woman who was reportedly known for dumpster diving was found dead inside one behind a Family Dollar store in north Harris County, according to deputies....
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On Thursday, Walk of Famers Ming-Na Wen and Sheila E. announced the list of names to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2027.
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An investment group that includes ex-Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban has bought a minority stake in the Athletics in anticipation of their move to Las Vegas in 2028. Thursday's announcement by Harbinger Sports Group did not say what percentage of the Athletics it had acquired. ...
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Two people were injured when a train crashed into a FedEx truck in Hill County on Thursday.
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The quarterback who could get picked first in next year's NFL draft isn't going to lose focus thinking about what looks like a bright 2027. And he sure isn't going to waste a lot of time worrying about his less-than-perfect 2025 . Arch Manning of Texas, the latest in the long lin...
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The Ashaninka Indigenous people — who recovered their territory in the Brazilian border with Peru from settlers three decades ago, established and sustained their own governance, and grew crops while protecting the forest — have long been a success story for communities across th...
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Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating after a woman’s body was found inside a dumpster behind a strip mall in northeast Harris County on Thursday. Law enforcement responded to the 3900 block of Aldine Mail Route Road after receiving a call regarding the body a...
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Sha’Carri Richardson and Noah Lyles cruised through their first-round races of the 100 meters on Thursday at the U.S. track championships. Richardson had the top time of 10.90 seconds in the women's race. That was despite taking an extra moment in the starting block to make sure ...
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President Donald Trump is going ahead with new double-digit tariffs on dozens of U.S. trading partners.
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From Super Bowl LXI tickets to a Disney+, Hulu bundle 23 year subscription, D23 FANtastic Prizes: The Ultimate Disney Sweepstakes is back and bigger than ever!...
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In honor of National Craft for Your Local Shelter Day, the team at Companion Energy traded their desks for a creative volunteer project, crafting handmade treat mats for shelter dogs. The enrichment mats are designed to hide treats within layers of fabric, encouraging dogs to sni...
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A legal dispute over who has the authority to lead Fort Bend County is disrupting Commissioners Court and raising questions about whether actions taken during recent meetings could eventually be invalidated. The controversy stems from a civil lawsuit filed against then-Fort Bend ...
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Tropical Storm Bertha has arrived. Expect breezy wind and rain as the weather system skirts along the Gulf coast. Track it all on our live radar: Check the latest weather alerts Check real-time traffic conditions Check the forecast Share your weather pictures and video Download t...
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Blas Perez has shaped lives at the Fort Bend Boxing Club for generations. Though a stroke has sidelined Perez, his family is working to ensure his mission of mentoring young athletes continues....
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Giant metal roosters are popping up on lawns in and around a community in southern Maine and as far away as New Zealand in support of a 6-year-old autistic girl and her love of the colorful creations. David and Sara LeBlanc had a rotating display of the roughly 6-foot-tall (1.8-m...
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1 was detained after a possible explosive device was found during a child pornography investigation in a Harris County, Texas home, officials said.
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Jennifer Lowery, the former U.S. attorney for the Southern District of Texas, is accused of leaving the scene of a crash in Houston.
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Back-to-school costs can add up fast. Here are several Houston-area events offering free backpacks, school supplies and family resources. Note: Availability is typically first-come, first-served and may be limited while supplies last. Some events require kids to be present to rec...
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A jury determined there was not enough evidence to justify Jennifer Lowery going to trial.
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Former U.S. Attorney Jennifer Lowery's attorney said that after the crash, the victim drove out of sight, adding that Lowery's husband later called 911, but the calls were not connected....
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According to HCSO, Sgt. Freder Munoz has been relieved of duty pending the outcome of the investigation.
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Local officials are looking to capitalize on what they called a successful men’s World Cup in the city, also by offering thousands of complimentary tickets to home games for the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash....
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Two descendants of Black people once enslaved by a Native American tribe are asking a federal court in Oklahoma to force tribal leaders to issue them citizenship cards as ordered a year ago by a tribal court. A lawsuit filed Thursday in U.S. District Court in Oklahoma City on beh...
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President Donald Trump is welcoming Shohei Ohtani and the reigning World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to the White House on Thursday.
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Two people have died in flash floods caused by torrential rains in West Virginia this week, the governor’s office said Thursday. An emailed statement from Lars Dalseide, communications director for Gov. Patrick Morrisey, did not provide details on where the bodies were found or h...
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A Texas appeals court on Thursday said Attorney General Ken Paxton's office had not provided enough evidence to warrant an injunction against a Houston-area midwife accused of providing illegal abortions....
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Two people have been arrested in connection with what police described as an animal hoarding case in Alvarado.
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As Big Bear beloved bald eagle Jackie continues to receive critical care, we're learning more about a new eagle that is visiting the habitat that she shares with her mate, Shadow....
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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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Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora, after 72 people were reported sick as of Wednesday....
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President Donald Trump on Thursday appeared to add a condition to the newly signed agreement with Saudi Arabia for a civilian nuclear program.
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Former Montana state Senate President Jason Ellsworth was convicted this week of awarding no-bid contracts to a company with ties to a long-time business associate....
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Lawyers for D4vd began showing glimpses into their defense strategy Thursday, pressing police on why they didn't conduct more DNA testing on items found in the singer's home and in his car that authorities said were used in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez . The...
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Criticized by a federal judge for sloppy legal work, the government on Thursday withdrew subpoenas that would have compelled three New York Times reporters to testify about their sources for articles about President Donald Trump’s Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet . The withdrawals...
