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Children of woman charged with murdering beloved Clovis, California educator stuck in Mexico
Suspects in the murder of Clovis educator Geoff Bernardi are in Fresno County Jail, while the two daughters of a suspect remain in Mexico.
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More than 50 kidnapped after violent gang attack in Haiti leaves 47 dead
At least 47 people were killed and more than 50 others kidnapped after armed men attacked a once-peaceful community near Haiti’s capital earlier this week, the United Nations said Tuesday. It is believed to be one of the largest mass kidnappings in Haiti in recent years, and one ...
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Yosemite National Park warning visitors about 'summer branch drop' season
Park officials say "summer branch drop" happens on hot, calm days -- especially among its black oaks.
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'HOUSTON/US': Texans unveil new rivalry uniforms that pay homage to city's iconic street art culture
The uniforms give a nod to the team's humble beginnings and the city's iconic blue-and-white mosaic street tiles.
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Search turns to recovery effort in Burlington County, New Jersey for woman who helped save child in Delaware River at Amico Island Park
A search turned to a recovery effort in Burlington County, New Jersey for a woman who helped save a child in the Delaware River.
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Abbott asks court to reject Minnesota bid to force extradition of ICE officer
Gov. Greg Abbott has asked a federal judge to reject Minnesota’s effort to force the extradition of an immigration officer arrested in Texas, saying he has “serious concerns” whether the officer is actually a fugitive from justice. Abbott said state officials are still investigat...
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Pennsylvania reports first 2 measles deaths in the US this year, both people unvaccinated
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles , the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that t...
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Kam Franklin steps into the spotlight with her first solo album, ‘Land of the Neon Sun’
You know Kam Franklin’s voice from the acclaimed Gulf Coast soul band The Suffers. Now, the Houston singer-songwriter is stepping into a new chapter with her first full-length solo album, “Land of the Neon Sun,” arriving Friday, Aug. 28. The 12-song album puts Franklin’s own stor...
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PGA Tour moving to match play for two-week Tour Championship at two courses
The PGA Tour is reshaping its postseason for 2028 by ending the year with a Tour Championship played over two weeks at different golf courses involving match play. PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp announced the changes Tuesday before the Tour Championship , which has been 72 holes of st...
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US consumer confidence falls to lowest level in 7 months with gas stuck above $4
Americans’ confidence in the economy declined again this month as the ongoing conflict in Iran continued to push U.S. gasoline prices above $4 per gallon. The Conference Board said Tuesday that its consumer confidence index dipped to 89.4 in August from 90.2 in July. That was the...
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How to get rid of fruit flies and keep them out of your kitchen
The source of your fruit fly problem could be lurking in your kitchen sink. Here's how to get rid of them and keep them from coming back.
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Faculty in 'uproar' after Texas A&M University-Victoria implements mandatory in-person policy
A professor's advocacy said many of the faculty live at least two hours away and have worked remotely for nearly two years.
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Driver killed in fiery, single-vehicle crash on SH 99 in northwest Harris County, HCSO says
Deputies said the driver became trapped after the vehicle burst into flames from the wreck.
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A former Armenian president is detained in a corruption investigation
Former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan and his eldest son were detained Tuesday after law enforcement officers raided businesses linked to the family, the country’s Anti-Corruption Committee said. A case was opened against Kocharyan, 71, who leads parliament’s second-largest ...
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Trump floats renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America,' denies claim he'd interfere with Canadians speaking French
Just like the Gulf of Mexico, Lake Ontario is a shared international waterway and multiple international, federal, and regional agencies oversee it.
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Paralyzed cancer survivor from Houston launches home repair nonprofit
Childhood cancer survivor Kris Kivi launched 4K Hands of Hope after a tumor removal surgery left his leg paralyzed. The nonprofit delivers free emergency home repairs to elderly residents, veterans, and single parents across the Houston-area....
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La Marque mayor present at meeting where residents called for his resignation after arrest
While some residents are calling for Mayor Keith Bell to resign, others are saying to wait for the legal process to play out.
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Judge rejects Ghislaine Maxwell's attempt to overturn conviction
A federal judge in New York on Tuesday rejected Ghislaine Maxwell's challenge to her conviction, finding her claims "meritless" or "frivolous."
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Federal judge rejects Ghislaine Maxwell's 'miscarriage of justice' claim and bid for prison release
Claims by Jeffrey Epstein’s former girlfriend and longtime associate Ghislaine Maxwell that her sex trafficking conviction was a “complete miscarriage of justice” were rejected Tuesday by a federal judge who said her assertions were based on “speculation, distortions, and/or outr...
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US Secret Service 'aware' of Iran video threat against Barron Trump, spokesperson says
"The U.S. Secret Service is aware of the video and investigates anything that can be perceived as a threat toward our protectees," a Secret Service spokesperson said....
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Nostalgic overload at the Stoogeum in Ambler
The Stoogeum in Ambler Pennsylvania is home to one of the largest Three Stooges collections in the world.
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Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz win their mixed doubles debut at the U.S. Open
Serena Williams made a triumphant return to the U.S. Open on Tuesday, winning in mixed doubles alongside Carlos Alcaraz, who shook off the rust from missing four months with a wrist injury to keep pace with his playing partner. Williams and Alcaraz rebounded from a slow start to ...
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A gorgeous getaway awaits at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens
You can find your happy place while walking through the winding woods of Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens in Devon, Pennsylvania.
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A partial lunar eclipse you can catch before bed
The above photo is a simulation of what the moon may look like at mid-eclipse Thursday night. Courtesy of Stellarium. Thursday night, a partial lunar eclipse: What’s happening? Thursday night, the Moon will slip into Earth’s shadow. Instead of disappearing, though, it will take o...
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Target apologizes, pulls Halloween costume over offensive imagery
Retailer chain Target has pulled a Halloween costume off shelves and issued an apology after admitting the offensive nature of the product.
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The Latest: Canada is expected to announce retaliatory tariffs against the US
Canada will announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday as relations sharply deteriorate, with President Donald Trump telling Canadian leaders to “fall in line” and Prime Minister Mark Carney accusing Washington of trying to subordinate Canada. Trump threate...
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Pennsylvania confirms first measles-related deaths in 35 years
Two unvaccinated people in Lancaster County have died after contracting measles, marking the state's first measles-related deaths in 35 years, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health....
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5-year-old boy and father will be deported after ICE arrest on way to Austin soccer game
Liam Tadeo's father has chosen to return to Mexico with his son rather than risk the child being separated from his family. Liam was due to begin kindergarten in Austin this year....
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Magnolia ISD declines to punish administrators over 2nd grade teacher abuse allegations
The district is declining to punish school officials after parents demanded accountability for how complaints against a former elementary school teacher were handled....
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Dallas to pay nearly $2 million on security for Republican midterm convention
Dallas will pay nearly $2 million on police to provide security for a midterm Republican convention in September, officials said Monday.
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Austin Metcalf's father says 'there's no such thing' as justice amid Karmelo Anthony trial
Jeff Metcalf said he does not believe the conviction and prison sentence can bring his family justice.
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Ag Commissioner Sid Miller: Some Texas Republicans will lose in November due to rural voter outrage
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller says frustration among rural Republicans over data centers, transmission lines and other state policies has grown so intense that he and some other GOP voters may refuse to vote for some Republican candidates in the November election....
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Houston families say lack of school bus service is forcing parents to shuttle students each day
Families living at a north Houston apartment complex say getting their children to and from school has become a daily challenge because they do not currently have a Houston ISD bus stop serving their complex. Residents at Yale Village Apartments, located at 5673 Yale Street near ...
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Highway 90 crash: 1 person critically injured near Crosby, Life Flight called
Harris County officials are investigating a major crash in Crosby after multiple lanes of US-90 had to be shut down.
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Polygamous sect leader gets 24 years in prison for child abuse after girls found in trailer
A polygamous sect leader already serving a 50-year federal sentence for orchestrating sex involving children was given another 24 years in prison Tuesday on separate state convictions for child abuse for hauling girls in an unventilated trailer in Arizona. Samuel Bateman, 50, was...
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Family of Alex Pretti speaks out in exclusive interview: 'They murdered our child'
Alex Pretti, an American citizen and ICU nurse for the Department of Veterans Affairs, was shot and killed on Jan. 24 in Minneapolis.
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Secret Service confirms awareness of Iranian state media video threatening Barron Trump's life
The U.S. Secret Service has confirmed it is aware that Iranian state media has aired a video that appears to threaten the life of Barron Trump , President Donald Trump's youngest son. “The U.S. Secret Service is aware of the video and investigates anything that can be perceived a...
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Highway 99 crash: 1 dead after vehicle hits pillar, catches fire
Harris County officials report one person is dead after a vehicle caught fire during a crash late Monday evening near the Cypress area.
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Trump says he's considering renaming Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' as trade war with escalates
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he is considering changing the name of Lake Ontario to “Lake America” as the trade war between the United States and Canada intensifies. Such a change would be reminiscent of the Republican president’s unilateral action last year by execut...
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Wife of active-duty Army sergeant deported amid Trump's immigration campaign
An advocacy group says some military families are now "living in the shadows."
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UN and Red Cross step up call for international rules on 'killer robot' weapons systems
The United Nations and the International Committee of the Red Cross on Tuesday ratcheted up a joint call for countries to adopt bans and restrictions on use of autonomous weapons systems — often known as killer robots — warning that “the risks have intensified.” Building on an in...
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1 injured in crash on US-90 in east Harris County.
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies are responding to a major crash at US-90 and Lindstrom Road in East Harris County. One person is critically injured, and LifeFlight has been called to the scene. Accused ringleader of $23M Houston mail theft scheme is also out on bond for m...
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Darline Graham, Ralph Norman battle to replace Lindsey Graham on ballot in South Carolina runoff
Darline Graham has said outsider status is a plus, while pointing to Trump’s backing.
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Houston heat this week: Triple-digit temperatures and dangerous feels like temps continue
More heat, humidity and triple-digit temps: We hit 102° again on Monday afternoon, marking the fifth time this week and the sixth time this summer that Houston has reached the century mark. More triple-digit temperatures are in the forecast. Combined with Houston’s humidity, afte...
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City funds for Beryl repair (Aug. 25, 2026)
On Tuesday's show: We get details on a new city program to help homeowners whose property was damaged in the 2024 derecho or Hurricane Beryl. And we look back at historic leaders in Houston’s history and consider why some are beloved, some are controversial, and why those sentime...
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2 Newsletter: Are we celebrating fall too soon? These companies don’t think so
Hello, Houston.☀️ It’s 100 degrees outside, but for some reason, stores and restaurants believe it’s fall/pumpkin spice season. Do you think we are celebrating fall too soon? Especially when it feels like peak summer in most parts of the country. That’s the question. Fall is stil...
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Former Katy police officer accused of using Flock cameras, tracking device to stalk ex-wife
A former Katy police officer is facing two felony charges after prosecutors say he used law enforcement technology he had access to through his job to track his ex-wife for months. Sergio Guadalupe Rodriguez is charged with stalking and misuse of official information, both third-...
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Tropical Storm Julio dissipates near Tropical Storm Iselle in the Pacific Ocean
Tropical Storm Julio in the Pacific Ocean was on track Tuesday to be absorbed by the stronger Tropical Storm Iselle, which is churning to the north. The National Hurricane Center based in Miami announced early Tuesday morning that Julio had formed. It was centered about 630 miles...
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The Turkey Leg Hut is back: Here’s where Houston fans can get it
Turkey Leg Hut is making a comeback in Houston, this time through a new partnership with Harold’s Chicken & Sports Bar on Washington Avenue. The Houston food staple will return for a series of Sunday pop-ups beginning Sept. 6, with the events planned every Sunday throughout footb...
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What to know about state takeovers as Texas wrestles with the future of Austin public schools
Chronic academic underperformance at two Austin public schools has the district in jeopardy of severe state sanctions. Now, Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath will decide what intervention looks like for the school district of nearly 70,000 students . Morath must either clo...
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Here’s how to cast a ballot in Texas’ midterm election on Nov. 3
Here’s what you need to know What’s on the ballot? What dates do I need to know? What do I need to know about Texas’ voter registration? What do I need to know about voting by mail in Texas? What do I need to know about voting in person in Texas? How can I make sure my ballot is ...
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Putin issues decree opening door to state control of key sites after deep Ukrainian drone strikes
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree allowing the government to temporarily take control of critical infrastructure if private owners fail to protect it from Ukrainian drone attacks or rebuild it after strikes, apparently the latest indication that Moscow is feeling t...
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Men’s grooming is booming as more men invest in skin care and cosmetic treatments
Men’s grooming is becoming a multibillion-dollar business as more men invest in everything from skin care products to cosmetic treatments. Sales of men’s grooming supplies topped $7 billion in 2025, according to research firm NIQ . The trend continues to grow as social media and ...
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Ship disabled by attack in Strait of Hormuz and other news from around the Middle East
An oil tanker was hit with a projectile off the coast of Oman in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report Tuesday that highlighted the ongoing dangers for shipping companies attempting to use the waterway while Iran holds it in firm control. The attack came as a high-level del...
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Canada to announce retaliatory tariffs as Trump tells its leaders to ‘fall in line’
Canada will announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday after relations deteriorated sharply Monday.
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NYPD reveals new details after people seen crawling out of manhole near Penn Station, says sewer scavengers are migrants
NYPD detectives say the scavengers filmed climbing out of a manhole near Penn Station are migrants searching the sewers for anything of value.
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A tornado tears through a village in southern France, wrecking 300 homes
A tornado ripped through a small village in southern France, damaging about 300 homes, destroying several cars and injuring dozens of people, authorities said Tuesday. The tornado struck Pomas, a village of about 1,000 people, on Monday and rescue teams continued their search thr...
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A year after Israeli strikes killed journalists at a hospital, no one has been held accountable
It’s been a year since Israeli soldiers killed 22 Palestinians , including journalists and rescue workers, in a double strike on a hospital in Gaza. No one has been held accountable. Israeli officials said the target was a suspected Hamas camera on the roof of Nasser Hospital. Am...
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Australia's music industry bans AI-generated tracks from official charts
Australia’s recorded music industry will bar tracks wholly generated by artificial intelligence from official charts as burgeoning generative technologies threaten artists’ livelihoods, a representative said on Tuesday. The crackdown comes as a variation of Madonna’s pop hit “Lik...
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Asian shares mostly gain and oil prices hold steady as the US raises pressure on Iran
Asian shares were mostly higher Tuesday after U.S. stocks drifted to a mixed finish ahead of potentially market-moving events later in the week. U.S. futures edged higher. Oil prices fell back after U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced fresh sanctions against Iran and ...