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Prime Day competitor sales that are just as good if not better than Amazon
Amazon isn't the only shop with deals on Prime Day. Check out these retailers that are slashing prices to with their own summer sales.
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'He didn't freeze:' 7-year-old Texas boy saves little brother after finding him unresponsive in pool
A 7-year-old boy in Texas is being hailed as a hero for saving his little brother's life after the toddler was found unresponsive in a swimming pool.
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Trump calls for investigation into gas price gouging
President Donald Trump is accusing major oil companies of failing to pass along falling crude oil prices to consumers, suggesting motorists are being overcharged at the pump....
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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announces massive new agricultural complex along Highway 288
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is making the largest single facilities investment in its 90-plus-year history to build a new livestock and agricultural complex along Highway 288, officials announced Wednesday. While the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will remain at Relian...
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Leader of secretive South Korean church arrested on suspicion of election influence
The leader of a secretive South Korean church was arrested on suspicion of election influence Wednesday as authorities widened an investigation into allegations that he illegally recruited thousands of followers into the conservative People Power Party. The Shincheonji Church has...
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NBA draft resumes Wednesday night in New York, where some second-round picks are revered
Some of New York's biggest basketball heroes were second-round draft picks.Like Jalen Brunson, the guy marching through Manhattan with the Larry O'Brien Trophy in his arms last week during a joyous parade celebration. And Willis Reed, the guy who limped into Game 7 of the NBA Fin...
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Charlie Brown's longtime pen pal is finally revealed in new Apple TV 'Peanuts' movie
Charlie Brown began writing to a pen pal not long after the comic strip “Peanuts” debuted in newspapers back in 1950. No one has gotten a look at whoever was on the other end of his letters — until now.Her name is Mia, and she's a young girl from London of South Asian descent who...
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Texas man gets life for supplying fentanyl then watching, recording the victim’s overdose death
A Denison man has been sentenced to life in federal prison for supplying a fatal dose of fentanyl-laced pills to a 20-year-old woman, then recording video of her as she spent hours dying of an overdose....
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The Houston rodeo is building a new $300 million arena complex, but promises it’s not leaving NRG Park
The new space will “complement, not replace” operations at NRG Park, but it will move many of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo competitions and livestock shows off site....
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Waymo car caught driving in wrong lane amid World Cup traffic in LA
Video captured in Inglewood shows a Waymo self-driving car traveling in the wrong lane and heading toward oncoming traffic.
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Mammoth Metal Recycling leaves East Houston residents wondering what’s in the air
What’s in the air? East Houston residents demand answers after Mammoth Metal Recycling fireResidents on Houston’s East Side are asking a pressing question in the wake of a large outdoor recycling fire: What exactly are they breathing?The air near the intersection of Kellogg and L...
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Progressive candidate concedes Colombian presidential election to Trump-endorsed outsider
Progressive candidate Iván Cepeda on Wednesday conceded Colombia’s presidential election to Abelardo de la Espriella, a conservative outsider who was endorsed by U.S. President Donald Trump.Election results showed de la Espriella, a businessman and lawyer who had never run for of...
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Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy almost one year after deadly flood
Camp Mystic filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on Wednesday, nearly a year after catastrophic floods killed 25 girls and two teenage counselors at the all-girls Christian camp in Texas.In paperwork filed with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Houston, the camp listed its d...
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Prairieland shooter gets 100 years, others 30-70 for ICE detention center ‘antifa’ protest
The sentencing comes three months after a weeks-long trial in which prosecutors argued the group was a "North Texas antifa cell" with anti-ICE and anti-government beliefs....
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These are the best Prime Day deals on beauty essentials
Snag these deeply discounts on skincare, makeup and other beauty essentials during Prime Day.
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US says chemical maker Chemours to pay $450M to settle 'forever chemicals' case
The Trump administration has reached a multi-state settlement with chemical giant Chemours Co. over years-long, illegal discharges of synthetic “forever chemicals” used to make products resistant to water, grease and stains. The settlement is the first by the federal government t...
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The best and worst tippers in America: Where each state ranks
Newly released data show the two states that tip the least sit alongside the Pacific Ocean. Meanwhile, the ones in the Ohio Valley have some of the best tippers, but not the best....
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Texas leaders are asking data centers how much water they use. Most aren’t responding
Data centers use water to cool their massive arrays of computer servers. A state agency sent out a survey to figure out how much, but less than a third of the companies responded....
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New World screwworm cases rise to 19 as Texas expands livestock quarantines
Federal officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has risen to 19, with all but one in Texas.
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Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy after catastrophic Texas Hill Country floods killed 28 people
In paperwork filed with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in the Southern District of Texas in Houston, the camp listed its debt as exceeding $10 million.
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Camp Mystic in Texas files for bankruptcy after catastrophic floods killed 28 people
Camp Mystic filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on Wednesday, nearly a year after catastrophic floods killed 28 people.
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Camp Mystic files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy following deadly Texas flash flood investigation
Camp Mystic, the Texas Hill Country girls' summer camp where 27 campers and staff members died during a catastrophic flash flood last summer, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection....
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Chief of staff to former NYC Mayor Eric Adams arrested in federal bribery probe, AP source says
A chief of staff to former New York City Mayor Eric Adams and several other people have been arrested as part of an investigation into an alleged bribery scheme involving a city contract, according to a person familiar with the matter.Frank Carone, along with his brother and two ...
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Georgia's Marjorie Taylor Greene says she's done with Republican Party
Former Georgia congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene says she no longer supports the Republican Party.
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The Latest: Trump will head to Capitol to speak with GOP senators who have grown frustrated with him
President Donald Trump is headed to Capitol Hill on Wednesday to meet with Republican senators who have grown increasingly frustrated with his efforts to divert their agenda. He has pressured senators to focus on his proof-of-citizenship voting bill, blocked them from confirming ...
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Trump orders DOJ to investigate oil companies for alleged price gouging
President Trump says he is going after big oil companies, accusing them of gouging prices at the gas pump.
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Houston weather forecast: Saharan dust brings hazy skies amid summer heat
More typical June heat continues across Southeast Texas with highs in the 90s and heat index values above 100 each afternoon. Saharan dust may give us hazy skies at times while helping keep rain chances low....
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Houston anti-trafficking groups ramp up awareness efforts ahead of FIFA World Cup crowds
As Houston welcomes massive crowds for FIFA World Cup events, local organizations and law enforcement agencies are working to address a less visible concern: human trafficking.Advocates say large-scale events can create opportunities for traffickers seeking to exploit an influx o...
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Score the best 2026 Amazon Prime deals under $50: Wellness, home, beauty, pets and more
Don't miss these 2026 Amazon Prime steals, all under $50!
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New York sweep by Israel critics shines light on a fraught issue for Democrats
When Varun Venkatesh cast his ballot in New York’s primary this week, he thought about “a good litmus test for me as a voter.” He wanted to know what the candidates are doing for the Palestinian cause. The 27-year-old Brooklyn resident decided to support Claire Valdez, who was ba...
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House gives final approval to bipartisan housing bill aimed at lowering costs
The legislation represents one of the most sweeping efforts in decades to increase the supply of housing and bring down prices.
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Judge rules government can't stop SNAP dollars from buying candy and sugary drinks
A judge has ruled that the U.S. government cannot stop people enrolled in the biggest food aid program from using benefits to buy candy and soda.
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Michigan Senate candidate accuses Trump of keeping Canada-US bridge closed to help donor
The delayed opening of a bridge connecting Michigan and Canada is spilling into one of the country’s most closely watched Senate races, as Democratic candidate Mallory McMorrow launches the first major effort to turn the controversy into a political liability for President Donald...
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When a rip current sucks you out to sea, try not to panic
To someone who is getting sucked out to sea by a rip current, “Don’t panic!” may be difficult to heed, even if that’s exactly what you should do. But lifeguards say to not only relax but flip over and float out of the danger.Rip currents are one of the coast’s greatest dangers an...
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The week in politics (June 24, 2026)
On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And we ponder the art of crafting a compelling story from the public radio program, "The Moth."...
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French health ministry confirms Ebola virus in doctor who worked in Congo
A positive case of Ebola virus has been identified in France in a doctor traveling back from Congo, the French Ministry of Health said Wednesday.The individual, who has not been identified, returned from a humanitarian mission in one of the virus transmission zones in Congo and w...
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Sugar Land officer injured during traffic stop on Highway 6, suspect search ongoing
Sugar Land police are searching for a suspect who left the scene of a traffic stop on Highway 6 where an officer was injured.
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Trump turns America 250 kickoff into a campaign-style rally on the National Mall
President Donald Trump sees America’s 250th anniversary as a chance to get the country excited again — about Donald Trump.The president is hosting a rally Wednesday on the National Mall in Washington. He has said it will be replete with a military flyover by stealth bombers, mili...
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2 Newsletter: Recycling Plant Fire, Sunshine Returns & A Teen’s E-Bike Safety Warning
Good morning, Houston.☀️We have so much to talk about, but first, happy hump day. Can you believe we are halfway through the week? I can’t. But that makes sense because most of us were out on Monday, enjoying the long holiday weekend. But let’s get into the news of the day. The f...
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13 Alert Traffic: Heavy truck crash blocking some lanes on I-45 SB at Greens Road, TranStar shows
Those driving southbound on the North Freeway near Greens Road may experience delays due to a heavy truck crash reported by Houston TranStar.
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Ukraine’s latest long-range strikes on Russia hit a major natural gas plant and satellite centers
Ukrainian forces struck a major natural gas processing plant and two key satellite communications centers in their latest nighttime attacks on Russia, Ukraine’s General Staff said Wednesday.The operation was part of Ukraine’s aerial campaign targeting energy facilities and milita...
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Teen survives traumatic brain injury after e-scooter crash, urges others to wear helmets
As electric bikes and scooters become more popular among teenagers, doctors are warning families about the risk of serious injuries, especially traumatic brain injuries.One Houston-area teen knows those dangers firsthand.Halle Neely was riding her electric scooter without a helme...
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FIFA World Cup fans’ obsession with ranch dressing prompts TSA warning
Move over, soccer stars. Ranch dressing may be the most surprising breakout star of the FIFA World Cup 2026.As thousands of international fans travel across the United States for the tournament, many are discovering a uniquely American obsession: ranch dressing. The condiment’s g...
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Frozen meatloaf meals recalled over undeclared soy allergen
Roughly 5,795 pounds of frozen meatloaf is being recalled due to undeclared soy allergen
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Texas lawmakers want fixes to statewide voter registration system ahead of midterms
This coverage is made possible through Votebeat, a nonpartisan news organization covering local election administration and voting access. Sign up for Votebeat Texas’ free newsletters here.Texas lawmakers on Tuesday asked the Texas Secretary of State’s Office for assurances that ...
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Trump heads to Capitol to speak with GOP senators who have grown increasingly frustrated with him
President Donald Trump is headed to Capitol Hill to meet with Republican senators who have grown increasingly frustrated with his efforts to divert their agenda....
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Premier says China’s tech advancements an 'opportunity' for the world, not a threat
China’s Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday defended the country’s technological advancements as an opportunity for the world rather than a threat.Li also said the country’s heavy state subsidies were not the main reason for the rapid rise of its high-tech industries, at a time when We...
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How Americans are feeling about the country's 250th anniversary, according to new polls
Duane Mitchell has big plans for the United States’ 250th anniversary.Mitchell, a 78-year-old veteran in Montana, plans to take a red, white and blue 1954 Chevrolet pickup that he restored and drive it in local parades for the Fourth of July. In honor of the country’s milestone a...
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President Donald Trump and the citizenship debate: A Tijuana story
Vivianne Petit Frere's brightly painted Haitian restaurant sits blocks from the towering U.S. border wall in Tijuana.Called Lakou Lakay, the name in Haitian creole means “home,” and it reflects her family’s deepening roots in their adopted homeland where her granddaughter was bor...
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Andy Burnham inches closer to power in Britain as Keir Starmer seeks a legacy
Andy Burnham took a step closer to becoming Britain’s next prime minister without a contest on Wednesday when Cabinet minister Darren Jones, touted as a possible rival, said he would not run.Meanwhile Keir Starmer, seeking to secure a legacy before he leaves office, faced the wee...
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Philippine devotees honor St. John the Baptist with a mud-covered display of faith
Hundreds of Catholic devotees wrapped themselves in dried banana leaves and covered their bodies with mud on Wednesday in the Philippine village of Bibiclat, taking part in a display of faith honoring St. John the Baptist. The Taong Putik, or Mud People, festival is held annually...
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Rock legend Billy Idol and guitarist Steve Stevens are inducted to the Hollywood's Rockwalk
Give a "Rebel Yell" to rocker Billy Idol. He was inducted into the Guitar Center Hollywood Rockwalk.
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UN nuclear boss says inspectors will visit Iran sites. Tehran says only after a final deal
The head of the U.N.'s nuclear agency signaled Wednesday that Iranian nuclear enrichment sites would be visited by his inspectors, a key component in the interim U.S.-Iran to reach an end to the war. But an Iranian diplomat promptly rejected this, saying such a visit can only com...
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Asian stocks are mixed after big tech sell-off
Asian stocks were mixed on Wednesday following a sell-off in big technology stocks from Asia to Wall Street.U.S. stock futures were also trading mixed, as global investors monitor market movements in Japan and South Korea, which have seen big gains in recent months on the global ...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3383: Mr. Herschel’s Millstone
Episode: 3383 Mr. Herschel's Milky Way "millstone". Today, an early Milky Way model.
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Ex-aides win primaries to replace retiring Democratic House members
U.S. Reps. Steny Hoyer and Jerrold Nadler, two of the top Democrats in Congress, are retiring when their terms expire in January, but they will continue to make their imprints on Washington.The pair passed the torch Tuesday night to former aides who won the Democratic primaries t...
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Kingston Flemings, Chris Cenac Jr., Selected in 2026 NBA Draft First Round
University of Houston point guard Kingston Flemings and forward/center Chris Cenac Jr. became First-Round picks with their selections during the 2026 NBA Draft inside Barclays Center on Tuesday night.Flemings was taken with the #8 overall pick by the Atlanta Hawks while Cenac was...
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In visit to Capitol, Jessie Diggins and other Olympians push for climate change solutions
Olympian Jessie Diggins is visiting Capitol Hill with her four medals in hand to advocate for clean air, clean water and a healthy planet.America’s most decorated cross-country skier is part of “Protect Our Winters,” an athlete-driven environmental group that sent a coalition to ...
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Archaeologists find huge Viking textile production site in Denmark
SØArchaeologists have discovered a huge Viking Age textile production site in Denmark that dates back more than 1,000 years and underlines the sophistication of Viking society.Experts from the Moesgaard Museum said this week that the sprawling 100,000-square-meter (more than 1 mi...