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NTSB investigating deadly Tesla crash into Katy home
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) announced on Wednesday that it has started a safety investigation into the June 19 crash.
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Travel Mom Emily Kaufman says now’s the time to book Australia
Summer in Houston means vacation planning, and Travel Mom Emily Kaufman has a tip that flips the calendar: head to Australia now. Because Australia’s winter falls during the Northern Hemisphere’s summer, Kaufman says this is an ideal off‑season window — crowds are lighter at popu...
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Companion Energy brings ‘Energy that Cares’ to the Houston Humane Society
Companion Energy brought staff to the Houston Humane Society to walk shelter dogs and spotlight its pet-first electricity plans. Every plan includes free pet benefits, like 24/7 access to licensed veterinarians via chat or video — no appointment needed. Learn more online: www.com...
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Protect your dog’s paws: Learn the 7-second test for hot pavement
When temperatures climb into the 90s, it’s easy to focus on staying cool ourselves. But there’s another summer hazard many pet owners don’t think about until it’s too late: hot pavement.Even though the air temperature may only be in the 90s, sidewalks, driveways and parking lots ...
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Church employee arrested, charged with felony sexual abuse charges involving children, police say
A church employee has been arrested following 18 felony grand jury indictments for sexual-related offenses involving children, according to the Lake Jackson Police Department....
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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announces historic agriculture complex benefitting Texas youth
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is looking ahead to its next century with plans for a transformational new agricultural complex that will expand educational opportunities, enhance the exhibitor experience, and further support Texas youth and agriculture.RELATED: Houston Life...
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Taylor Frankie Paul’s ‘Bachelorette’ season may air next month: Report
After months of uncertainty and controversy, Taylor Frankie Paul’s season of "The Bachelorette" could be making a surprise comeback, according to a report....
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You Don’t Need a Room Key to Enjoy Hotel Saint Augustine in Montrose
Looking for your next happy hour spot or a unique night out in Houston? Hotel Saint Augustine is proving you don’t have to be an overnight guest to enjoy everything the boutique property has to offer.Nestled in the heart of Montrose, the hotel has become a gathering place for loc...
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Jasmine Crockett’s silence could hurt James Talarico’s U.S. Senate chances in November
The Dallas congresswoman, Talarico’s erstwhile rival in the Democratic primary, has yet to say whether she’ll campaign for him in the general election against Republican Ken Paxton....
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$250K bond for suspect in Humble shootout that injured constable deputies
Edgar Villegas is accused of shooting two constable deputies last Friday night, sending one of them to a hospital.
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Mexican man dies in ICE custody in Laredo, at least the 20th fatality this year
A 63-year-old man died in an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Laredo this month, marking at least the fifth death in Texas ICE detention centers this year, a quarter of the nationwide total, as the fatalities have skyrocketed to a record pace not seen in decades.Ac...
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Former California State Parks supt. Kevin Pearsall accused of secretly recording lifeguards in men's Bolsa Chica locker room
Former California State Parks supt. Kevin Pearsall was accused of secretly recording lifeguards in the men's Bolsa Chica locker room.
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (June 24, 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.
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Abbott asks feds to pay back $10 billion for border security operation
Texas has formally asked the federal government to pay back more than $10 billion used for the state’s border security efforts.
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Coast Guard searches for father and son off coast of Hawaii
The search for a missing father and son who were last seen leaving their Hawaiian hotel on Tuesday morning continues and has extended into the waters off Oahu, the U.S. Coast Guard reported....
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Fire reveals missing permits at Houston recycling plant
48 hours after flames ignited at an East End Houston recycling plant, we’re learning new information about the materials on site at Mammoth Metals Recycling.According to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, any facility that recycles tires is required to register with t...
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Las Vegas woman accused of running illegal multi-million-dollar healthcare scheme in Pearland, prosecutors say
Marizel Yukee is accused of providing medically unnecessary allografts to patients while receiving kickbacks, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Her case is one prosecutors are citing as part of a national crackdown on health care fraud....
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What life is like on the historic Elissa ship during its voyage from Galveston to New York
The 1877 Elissa set sail from the Port of Galveston on June 8. It's traveling to New York City for the Fourth of July as part of Sail250, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships to celebrate the United States' 250th anniversary....
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CBP intercepts $10.1 million methamphetamine shipment at Laredo World Trade Bridge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the World Trade Bridge intercepted a massive shipment of methamphetamine with an estimated street value exceeding $10.1 million, federal authorities announced Monday....
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A giraffe named Gracie escaped in Texas. No one can seem to find her
A giraffe named Gracie is missing in Texas, and the search for her has become a tall order.Gracie, who is about 3 years old, has been missing for nearly two weeks after escaping her enclosure at Cedar Hollow Ranch in the Texas Hill Country, said Vic Jones, who owns the remote pro...
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Majority of Texans oppose data centers in their community, according to new poll
A new poll found 56% of Texans were opposed to the construction of a data center in their community.
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Thousands of mayflies swarm town in Ohio - and it's actually a good thing
Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
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Houston Methodist receives $110M donation, largest in health system’s history
The donation, made by The Brockman Medical Research Foundation, is the largest in the hospital system's history.
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Texas DPS Trooper seriously injured, driver killed in head-on crash in West Texas
A Texas Department of Public Safety trooper was seriously injured and a pickup truck driver was killed Tuesday morning in a head-on crash on U.S. Highway 67 in Brewster County, authorities said....
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As eyes are on the men at the World Cup, the Women's World Cup countdown has begun
While most of the soccer world is focused on the men at the World Cup, the countdown has begun for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.The women's tournament is set to start June 24, 2027, hosted by a South American country for the first time. Brazil hosted the men's World Cup i...
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Hello Houston (June 24, 2026)
Today: We discuss how data centers will impact Texas’s power grid, learn about the award-winning documentary, “The Gas Station Attendant,” explore whether Houston is a good city for college graduates, and more....
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Christian Pulisic feels 'great,' hopes to play for US in final World Cup group game vs Turkey
Christian Pulisic says he feels “great” now after missing one World Cup match with a calf injury, and he hopes to play for the U.S. in its final group match against Turkey on Thursday night.Pulisic played a dynamic first half in the Americans' historic 4-1 victory over Paraguay t...
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'King of the Hill' Season 15 trailer shows Hank and Peggy's retirement, Bobby's love life and more
"King of the Hill" Season 15 trailer tackles Hank and Peggy's retirement woes and phone scams, as well as Bobby's relationship drama.
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USA vs Türkiye: Houston watch parties for FIFA World Cup; where to stream
Fans who want to gather to watch the USA vs. Türkiye game with other fans around Houston can check out our list of various places hosting watch parties....
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Ohio lawsuit alleges new NCAA rule unfairly denies high school Class of '22 athletes a 5th season
Less than 24 hours after the NCAA Division I Cabinet approved a monumental change in eligibility rules, a group of 15 college basketball players filed a lawsuit in an Ohio state court claiming the new age-based model unfairly shuts them out of further competition.The NCAA will no...
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Sabres agree to send Alex Tuch to the Capitals as part of sign-and-trade deal, AP source says
The Buffalo Sabres have agreed to a sign-and-trade deal to send veteran forward Alex Tuch to the Washington Capitals, a person with knowledge of the move told The Associated Press on Wednesday.In order to make it happen, the Sabres first signed Tuch to an eight-year, $84 million ...
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Bill DeWitt III promoted from president to chief executive officer of the Cardinals
Bill DeWitt III was named chief executive officer of the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday after serving as team president since 2008.The Cardinals also announced the promotion of Anuk Karunaratne to president of business operations as part of a restructuring following Chaim Bloom...
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Check your zip code: Houston power outages surge after months of progress
Houston has a power outage problem — and the latest data makes it hard to ignore.New data from Whisker Labs shows Houston had more power outages than any other city in the country in May, reversing months of improvement and raising fresh questions about CenterPoint Energy’s multi...
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Cypress-Fairbanks ISD approves $1.2 billion budget amid $80.9 million projected deficit
The Cypress-Fairbanks ISD Board of Trustees adopted a $1.25 billion budget and staff compensation plan for the 2026-27 school year in a 6-1 vote during its regularly scheduled board meeting June 22. Trustee Christine Kalmbach cast the lone dissenting vote.The general fund budget ...
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TSA partners with Google Wallet for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID
The TSA announced a partnership with Google Wallet, allowing eligible travelers to enroll in TSA PreCheck Touchless ID directly through the app. See the U.S. airports where it's available....
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Colombia's vote may reshape the Amazon's future as political winds shift across Latin America
The rise of Abelardo de la Espriella, a businessman and lawyer set to be Colombia's next president, is raising questions about whether political shifts underway across Latin America could reshape the future of the Amazon rainforest.The Colombia election result comes as Peru appea...
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USDA: FY25 state payment error rates for SNAP benefits shows $10.1 billion in improper payments nationwide
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its annual Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payment error rates (PER) for fiscal year 2025 on Wednesday, which shows nationwide, there were $10.1 billion in improper payments....
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Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha seeks new club after World Cup stardom, doesn't rule out Brazil move
Vozinha, one of the sensations of the World Cup, is looking for a new club.And the 40-year-old Cape Verde goalkeeper hasn't ruled out playing in Brazil, where fans helped him reach immediate stardom on social media.Vozinha said in an interview with Brazilian journalist and influe...
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Two undocumented immigrants sentenced for trafficking 16-year-old orphan in Texas
Two Venezuelan nationals living illegally in the United States have been sentenced to a combined 32 years in federal prison for the multi-state sex trafficking of a 16-year-old undocumented orphan....
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26-year-old arrested for deadly Texas City double shooting
Two people were found shot on Tuesday afternoon. One of the victims later died in a hospital.
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Tesla news: Texas crash victim Martha Avila's family files lawsuit against car company, driver
There is Tesla news. Texas crash victim Martha Avila's family filed a lawsuit against the car company and driver.
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'Miss Anita' retires after 50 years of story time in Cape May
Miss Anita has spent the last 50 years reading stories and singing songs to kids in Cape May, New Jersey. Now, she is moving on to the next chapter.
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Soto's status is unclear as Lindor gets ready to rejoin Mets, and Senga shifts to bullpen
Francisco Lindor is ready to rejoin the New York Mets — just as Juan Soto deals with a back injury that may sideline him beyond Wednesday.Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said he couldn’t rule out a trip to the injured list for Soto, who exited a 9-6 loss to the Chicago Cubs after the...
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Where Texans’ Nick Caley sees ‘growth’ from overhauled offense, emphasis on playing faster
Standing a few yards behind quarterback C.J. Stroud, offensive coordinator Nick Caley was in a perfect vantage point to watch the play unfold.From the shotgun snap, to how Stroud read the Texans’ top-ranked defense, to the pass protection of an overhauled offensive line and watch...
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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announces multi-million-dollar agricultural complex
The organization said it will remain at NRG Arena as the new complex, which will be built along Highway 288, is set to complement ongoing rodeo events once the season begins...
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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announces plans to build new facility
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has announced plans for a new facility, marking one of the most significant investments in the organization’s 95-year history.In a formal announcement Wednesday, the HLSR detailed a multiyear project aimed at investing in Texas youth and agric...
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A member of the cultlike Zizians group is charged in the killings of her parents in Pennsylvania
A member of the cultlike group known as Zizians has been charged with murder in the shooting of her parents at their Pennsylvania home on her 30th birthday, and a prosecutor said Wednesday that authorities don’t believe she was acting alone.Michelle Zajko, who has been jailed in ...
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Texas judge who refused to officiate same-sex weddings awarded $640K
A Texas judge was awarded more than $600,000 after she was disciplined for refusing to perform same-sex marriages, citing her religious beliefs.
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Executive Producer, Houston Life
KPRC 2 is looking for an Executive Producer to lead and evolve Houston Life into a modern, multi-platform content brand.This role extends beyond traditional television.While Houston Life produces a daily 60-minute show, this position is responsible for growing a broader content e...
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Federal judge bars Trump from implementing proof of citizenship requirement to vote
The Constitution "does not grant the President any specific powers over elections," the judge wrote.
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Trump headlining Great American State Fair kick-off celebration on National Mall
President Donald Trump will take the stage on the National Mall on Wednesday night, launching a multi-day celebration of America’s 250th birthday in the nation's capital....
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Fort Bend Commissioner Grady Prestage says Daniel Wong no longer has authority as interim county judge
Fort Bend County Precinct 2 Commissioner Grady Prestage says he will preside over Thursday’s Commissioners Court meeting after county officials concluded that Daniel Wong’s appointment as interim county judge expired following the dismissal of the civil lawsuit that led to his ap...
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Former cruise ship worker pleads guilty to teen sexual assault after 20 years on the run
A Nicaraguan national who spent more than 20 years fleeing federal authorities has pleaded guilty to the forcible sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl on a cruise ship that departed from Galveston, federal prosecutors announced Monday....
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Lakers will re-sign Austin Reaves to a 4-year, $185 million deal, AP source says
Austin Reaves is re-signing with the Los Angeles Lakers on a four-year contract worth $185 million, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Wednesday.The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal is not yet official for Reaves, who cements h...
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Agility Robotics heads to Wall Street in a $2.5B bet on staffing warehouses with humanoids
A maker of humanlike robots that carry totes around warehouses is aiming to go public on Wall Street in a test of whether there's a market for putting AI-powered humanoid machines to work.Agility Robotics, based in Salem, Oregon, announced Wednesday a planned merger with an inves...
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Judge temporarily blocks subpoenas in criminal probe of transgender care at New York hospitals
A judge temporarily blocked federal prosecutors in Texas from getting access to the medical records of transgender patients treated at New York hospitals on Wednesday, saying they were part of an improper government effort to “demonize and eradicate an entire population of transg...
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More than 300 drones have been seized since start of World Cup, officials say
Federal authorities have seized more than 300 drones flying near World Cup stadiums across the U.S. since the tournament began June 11.
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Houston restaurants in East Downtown say business has improved as World Cup continues
The FIFA Fan Festival in East Downtown — where local residents and visitors can watch matches for free — had drawn more than 163,000 visitors as of Tuesday....
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Saharan dust is back! How it will impact traveling, hurricanes, air quality, and sunsets in Texas
Saharan dust is back!It is something we talk about almost every summer in the Houston forecast, but it’s often misunderstood. Each year, plumes of dust from the Sahara Desert travel thousands of miles across the Atlantic and sometimes reach the Gulf Coast. While it can create haz...