Consumers may be griping about higher prices at the pump and elsewhere, but they keep spending, helping to power the economy, according to the latest government snapshot. Retail sales rose a better-than-expected 1.2% last month after recording a revised 0.5% dip in July, according to Commerce Dep...
safety
The Houston Police Department is investigating reports of a body found in the southeast Houston area.
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The family of a pregnant woman who died sued Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others on Tuesday, claiming she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life....
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LeJames Norman is set to die by lethal injection on Wednesday in Texas, while a judge halted another planned execution set in Georgia on the same day.
business
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said it’s up to each AI company to make sure its technology is safe, distancing himself from calls by rival companies for a coordinated slowdown in the development of advanced artificial intelligence. The comments Zuckerberg posted on social media followe...
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The most powerful figures in the AI industry issued grave warnings in recent days.
schools
Alpha School has confirmed plans for a new K-8 campus at the former Goddard School location at 777 W. 23rd St. The school is targeting a 2027-28 opening, although officials said the timeline could move faster if enough families are ready to enroll. The Greater Heights campus woul...
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U.S. authorities said there were no reports of "operational disruptions."
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A fight of titans is coming up for the 27th edition of the Latin Grammys with singers Karol G, Rosalía, Jorge Drexler and hip hop duo Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso as the most nominated artists revealed on Wednesday. The four acts have seven mentions each and compete in the categories o...
safety
The Fulshear City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to fire Police Chief Kenny Seymour following a months-long investigation into allegations of misconduct, including an alleged inappropriate relationship with a department captain....
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The pushback against automated license plate readers is growing, and it's not just one organization driving the movement. Elected officials, civil rights groups and regular citizens are working together to get the technology removed in the Austin area....
government
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick balked at the contract two boards approved for Pablo Vegas. The ERCOT chief said officials then decided not to execute the deal.
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Betsy Ross is a dynamo with a T-shirt cannon. America's 250th birthday has been a banner year for the actors of Historic Philadelphia, Inc. who immerse visitors in Colonial history via first-person interpretations and true stories. In the last few months, Betsy, played by Carol S...
