Pentagon to execute convicted Fort Hood mass shooter Nidal Hasan by firing squad
A Pentagon spokesperson said in a statement that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recommended the execution, and it was approved by President Donald Trump.
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Caleb Flynn was found guilty of murdering his wife, Ashley Flynn.
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Trump says his super PAC will now pay for controversial taxpayer-funded promotional ads
Trump says that he will no longer use taxpayer funds to pay for a pro-Trump ad blitz ahead of the midterm elections, saying his super PAC will now pay for them....
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Study finds creatine may help preserve muscle, even without structured exercise
A new study from Texas A&M University suggests creatine may help adults maintain and build lean muscle and strength, even without a structured exercise routine. Researchers followed 64 adults between the ages of 45 and 65 for 12 weeks. Participants were given either 10 grams of c...
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A lawsuit accuses Starbucks of mislabeling 8 'sugar-free' protein drinks
Starbucks is facing a lawsuit over claims that the protein drinks labeled “sugar-free” on its cafe menus may actually contain more sugar than a Reese’s peanut butter cup....
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Dry and comfortable now, but Houston’s humidity returns next week
Drier Air Moves In: Drier air is moving into Houston, bringing a welcome break from the humidity this week. With lower moisture levels, afternoons should feel noticeably more comfortable, with cooler mornings and less of that sticky Gulf Coast feel. Moisture could make a comeback...
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Dr. Renu Khator (Oct. 6, 2026)
On Tuesday's show: University of Houston Chancellor Dr. Renu Khator joins us to discuss the state of the university system and the issues facing it, its flagship campus, and higher education as a whole....
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Alito says Supreme Court can’t stem emergency appeals and voices concern over Trump’s rhetoric
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito says the escalating volume of emergency appeals before the court isn't a good thing, but he adds there's little the court can do to change the trajectory. The number of petitions asking the justices to intervene quickly has skyrocketed during Pr...
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Man flees after Dodge Challenger crashes into traffic signal pole in southwest Houston
A man fled the scene of a crash Tuesday morning after a Dodge Challenger crashed into a pedestrian traffic signal pole in southwest Houston. The crash happened around 3:27 a.m. near the Southwest Freeway feeder road and Fountain View Drive. A witness reported hearing a red Dodge ...
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Jim Bakker, televangelist who built Christian TV empire, dies at 86
Televangelist Jim Bakker, who built a Christian television empire preaching the gospel, has died. He was 86.
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2 Newsletter: Wake Up, Houston: Here’s What’s Happening
Good morning, Houston.☀️ Your morning scroll starts here. From the biggest stories happening around Houston to the things everyone’s talking about, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading for the headlines, updates and a few things you’ll want to know before you head out the door. As...
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These are the most competitive November races and where they are up and down Texas’ midterm ballot
With Republicans bracing for a difficult midterm election, Texas appears to have its biggest slate of competitive races for the Texas Legislature and U.S. Congress in years. The Texas Tribune has compiled a list of the most competitive general election contests, a measure of whic...