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Summer travel is in full swing, and cruises are one of the season’s biggest draws. Travel expert Jeanenne Tornatore joined Houston Life to explain why more Americans are choosing to set sail, what’s new onboard this year and how some sailings are marking America’s 250th anniversa...
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Two more people in Missouri and Washington state have been arrested in connection with what authorities say was a planned attack targeting President Donald Trump's UFC cage-fighting show at the White House earlier this month. Law enforcement officials disrupted the plan a few day...
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With Amazon Prime Day arriving tomorrow, Houston shoppers have a great opportunity to score deals that actually improve life at home — not just clutter your closet. Home improvement and lifestyle expert Kathryn Emery shared smart, stylish and practical picks already on sale, from...
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Heavy rain and thunderstorms prompted a delay of just over two hours at halftime of Monday’s World Cup match between France and Iraq.It was the first rain delay of the tournament and the first time in at least several decades that a World Cup match was delayed midgame because of ...
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4 people are in custody following a shooting near Bush Intercontinental Airport on Monday afternoon, officials said.
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After 13 Investigates shared a list of cases linked to the former Houston police officer who posted racist videos on social media, the DA's Office is now issuing Brady notices in those cases....
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A new recall of Waymo’s robotaxis comes after multiple reported incidents of the autonomous vehicles driving past ramp closures into construction sites....
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Galveston County is home to 22 refineries and chemical plants. The level of emergency preparedness varies widely.
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Kylian Mbappé of France scored his 15th career World Cup goal on Monday, moving into a tie for third most in tournament history as he tries to keep pace with new record holder Lionel Messi.Mbappé scored in the 14th minute against Iraq, giving Les Bleus a 1-0 lead in his 100th int...
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It’s been goals galore so far at the World Cup.The tournament has been one of the highest-scoring in history so far and produced nearly 25% more scoring than the same span of games in the previous World Cup. One reason for the increase in scoring might be the ball that FIFA is us...
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As Houston prepares to welcome soccer fans from around the world for the Uzbekistan vs. Portugal World Cup match on June 23, one local restaurant is using food to introduce Houstonians and international visitors to the culture of Central Asia and Eastern Europe.Foreign Grill, a f...
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A federal judge has ruled that a revamped federal tool that state election officials have used in their efforts to identify illegally registered noncitizen voters is unlawful and cannot be used....
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An investigation is underway after two teenagers were shot in west Harris County on Monday afternoon, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
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Federal prosecutors have charged two more individuals as co-conspirators in a thwarted multi-state plot to launch an alleged mass-casualty drone and sniper assault at the White House UFC event....
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When the Texas heat is relentless and your air conditioner suddenly stops working, there’s one person you’re hoping to see pull into the driveway: an HVAC technician.On June 22, we celebrate National HVAC Tech Day - a day dedicated to recognizing the hardworking professionals who...
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Authorities are on the scene after two teens were shot in southwest Harris County on Monday afternoon, officials said.
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Two teenagers were shot Monday in the Mission Bend area, with one of the victims transported by helicopter to a hospital in critical condition, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.Deputies with the HCSO responded to a reported shooting in the 14400 block of Pavillion P...
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Think South Dakota is just Mount Rushmore? Think again.What starts as a quick flight into Rapid City can quickly turn into one of the most unforgettable road trips in America. Picture winding highways carved through granite mountains, herds of bison roaming across open prairie, q...
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The Houston Fire Department is responding to a building fire near the intersection of Kellogg and Manchester streets, according to an active incident report by the City of Houston....
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A Coast Guard helicopter crashed in Alaska Monday, and all four crew members were injured. The MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crashed near Harbor Mountain in Sitka, but no deaths were reported. Rescuers arrived around 11 a.m. about an hour after the crash and rushed all four crew membe...
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A federal judge on Monday ruled that a recently revamped version of a federal tool central to the Trump administration’s election integrity strategy is unlawful and can no longer be used.U.S. District Court Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan sided with advocacy groups that argued the rec...
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The last eight American passengers who endured 42 days in a specialized hospital quarantine unit after exposure to an unusual hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship that killed three people have left the Nebraska facility....
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Here's something that very few could have reasonably expected coming into this World Cup: Cape Verde controls its own destiny with one match left in group play.That's right. With a win on Friday against Saudi Arabia, the tiny nation of about 500,000 people and about 15 million ne...
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A large plume of smoke billowed out of a massive tire fire in Second Ward on Monday afternoon.
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A plan to auction more than 100 artifacts salvaged from the wreckage of the Titanic — including personal belongings, currency, kitchen items and decor — is facing pushback from the U.S. government, according to newly unsealed court documents.RMS Titanic Inc., the company that own...
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The Houston Fire Department is responding to a reported warehouse fire in the East End area of the city.The fire was reported near the intersection of Manchester and Kellogg Street.HFD says the warehouse itself is not burning, but a large pile of trash on the property is. The smo...
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The Senate is set to pass a bipartisan housing bill on Monday that aims to bring down prices and increase supply in one of the most sweeping efforts in recent decades to reduce federal regulations and increase local control.The bill has been the focus of intense House-Senate nego...
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There is a massive plume of smoke rising in the sky in southeast Houston.
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Christian Pulisic returned to training with his U.S. teammates on Monday after missing their most recent match of the World Cup with a calf injury.Pulisic participated in warmups and ball drills during the 15 minutes of practice open to the media in Orange County. The team gave n...
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The breach, involving a vendor for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, took place last Thursday.
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The skincare industry is always introducing new ingredients promising healthier, more radiant skin. But one ingredient gaining attention today has actually been used for generations: beef tallow.Houston-based NutréLux Beauty is part of a growing movement bringing the traditional ...
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There came a point when the chills, fever and cramps were so intense that Lynn Callaway thought she might die. Callaway was having a miscarriage, and had developed an infection. She wanted abortion-inducing medication or surgery to help empty her uterus and bring her suffering to...
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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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A mother has been charged after allegedly leaving her 4-year-old child in a hot car while she shopped at Costco, authorities say.
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Music artists mourned the death of Clive Davis, one of the industry's most powerful figures who launched or resurrected the careers of artists ranging from Whitney Houston to Carlos Santana.Santana on Monday called Davis “a visionary.” Barry Manilow said music wasn't just busines...
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A woman was sent to a hospital after being stabbed at a METRO light rail platform on Monday afternoon, according to METRO police.
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Daisy Chain Fields, an all-women music festival, will feature performances by Olivia Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Doechii, Stevie Nicks and more.
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Martha Avila, 76, was in a Katy home when it was struck by a Tesla driver who told authorities the vehicle was in autopilot mode.
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According to Houston police, witnesses stated that the woman and the suspect were in a physical fight at the housing complex before he shot the woman, killing her, and fled the scene....
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"We are all here because of Jill." The founder of Scary Mommy has died at the age of 48, according to the company.
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Keith Tkachuk is going into the Hockey Hall of Fame after waiting for more than a decade and a half since his playing career in the NHL ended.The timing only gives his family more reason to celebrate. Tkachuk was elected to the Hall of Fame on Monday, less than 24 hours after his...
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Lionel Messi set a World Cup record with his 17th and 18th goals, and defending champion Argentina advanced to the knockout stage with a 2-0 victory over Austria on Monday.Messi had a golden opportunity to break the record in the ninth minute, but went wide to the right on a pena...
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National Guard service members and U.S. Park Police were patrolling the deck around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Monday, as Donald Trump's administration faces a self-imposed deadline to fix a botched renovation and cleaning efforts ahead of the nation's 250th annivers...
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No one supports your community like Channel 13. But the FCC questions that commitment.
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Today: We receive an update on how the city of Houston is handling the 2026 FIFA World Cup, talk with Houston City Councilmember Joe Panzarella, learn all about Stages' production of “Spamilton: An American Parody,” and more....
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Martha Alicia Oliva Padilla, 41, is facing murder charges after allegedly striking a man with his vehicle in northwest Houston on Antoine Drive.
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Houston police have identified a man who is accused of killing a woman and also shooting himself last week.
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Lionel Messi broke the World Cup scoring record with his 17th goal in defending champion Argentina's match against Austria on Monday, after he had missed a penalty kick earlier in the game....
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"Toy Story" still has a friend in moviegoers. The fifth installment in the Pixar series debuted with $160 million in domestic ticket sales, according to studio estimates....
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In a new study on sleep, researchers compared participants' answers with measures of sleep quality, sleep consistency and daytime functioning.
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As mosquito season ramps up across Southeast Texas, residents are dealing with itchy bites and irritated skin—and health experts say the worst thing you can do may be the most instinctive one.Dr. Natalie Hone with The Skin People Dermatology joined KPRC 2’s Sofia Ojeda to break d...
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The Washington Mystics have really grown on their recent road trip after suffering some tough lessons early in the season.Washington has won three straight games on the road, including closing out victories late over New York and Minnesota.“I think it takes time to get to where y...
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More than half U.S. states now have at least one city with million-dollar starter homes, according to a new study.
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Thousands of bottles of blood pressure medication distributed in the United States have been recalled, according to an FDA alert.
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A mother was arrested and charged after leaving a 4-year-old alone in a hot vehicle at a Costco, the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office said.
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The attorney general has won statewide elections twice since his legal woes began. This time he will be at the top of the ticket, facing a fundraising juggernaut in James Talarico....
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A new survey reveals how moms and dads in the U.S. are juggling work and parenting at the same time.
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A Mississippi family whose 1-year-old child was killed when police fired into a moving vehicle said Monday they want authorities to release video showing whether officers were in danger of being struck when one of them opened fire.The shooting has sparked outrage in the small cit...
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The Utah judge in the murder case over Charlie Kirk's killing says he will rule Monday whether prosecutors could face sanctions for comments to the media about a bullet fragment recovered from the conservative activist's body....
