Sightings of humpback whales off Rio de Janeiro’s coast are surging as they recover from decimation due to commercial whaling, prompting an acceleration in the demand for whale-watching excursions to spot the huge marine creatures during their annual migration.The species' population has jumped f...
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All southbound lanes of IH-45 North Freeway at West Road have reopened after prompting a mainlane closure for several hours on Wednesday afternoon.
The University of Texas Medical Branch is facing a federal lawsuit after a female employee claimed she was not being paid fairly compared to a male colleague.
The historic Garden Oaks Theatre could be demolished this summer if local donors don't raise millions of dollars to buy it.
Traffic in the area was backed up to Fry Road as crews worked to clear the 18-wheeler crash that happened just after 5 a.m Wednesday, HPD said.
A man is hospitalized after a deputy-involved shooting in northeast Harris County on Wednesday, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
It’s been nearly a week since two earthquakes devastated Venezuela, and rescuers are still pulling people — and animals — from the rubble.As the need for help continues to grow, several Houston-area groups are stepping up to collect and ship supplies to those affected.Among them is a small restau...
19-year-old Samoan Australian breakout star Catherine Laga'aia landed the title role in Disney's new live-action film "Moana."
In the hotly contested Texas race for U.S. Senate, the closely linked issues of pay and affordability are drawing major attention, with Democrat James Talorico pushing for a dramatic increase in the minimum wage.
More soccer fans have contacted 2 Helps You, saying they purchased World Cup tickets through StubHub, only to have them canceled before their game. After 2 Helps You first reported on so-called “ghost ticketing,” others have shared nearly identical stories.One such story came from Lisa Coulter, a...
Increasing moisture levels will lead to higher rain chances as we head into July.
A house and three vehicles caught fire Tuesday night in the Porter area after previously used fireworks were improperly discarded.One resident of the home was treated for minor burns and lacerations caused by broken glass.When crews arrived at the property, the home and all three vehicles were he...
A Houston Methodist Veterinary Technician has filed a lawsuit against Texas Medical Center following a violent attack that almost killed her, according to a lawsuit.
On Thursday, thousands of families across Texas are starting to get the funding for the state's billion-dollar school voucher program.
A man accused of killing a woman in League City was on probation for attacking her years ago, then accused of breaking into her apartment while still on probation, according to court records.
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A search warrant affidavit is revealing new information in connection to the death of John Mendoza, Jr. in Lake Jackson last month.
Records confirm George Finney, the pastor at New Life Kenefick in Liberty County, is facing multiple charges, including continuous sexual abuse of a child 14 or younger.
If you purchased FIFA World Cup tickets from a third-party vendor, such as StubHub, you’ll need to complete a few additional steps to secure your tickets on your phone before heading to the match.After completing your purchase and receiving your order confirmation, you’ll need to accept the ticke...
Acting Comptroller of Public Accounts Kelly Hancock announced Wednesday that he would step down from the position.
Store owners and friends confirmed to FOX 26 that the victim had just received her acceptance letter to the University of Houston just hours before the fatal accident.
As deadly wildfires rage in Colorado, Texas is sending help.
Down to its final last-gasp chances, Belgium came through with goals — three of them.The Red Devils overturned a two-goal deficit with two scores in the final minutes of regulation time and then added a third in the final seconds of extra time to somehow claw back into the game and beat Senegal 3...
Parents, there is now a theme park here in Texas made for kids ages 3 to 8!“Today’s an exciting day for all kidkind as we officially open Universal Kids Resort,” Page Thompson, president of New Ventures for Universal Destinations & Experiences, said in a press release. “Every aspect of this park ...
The Catholic Diocese of Brownsville called the detention of a nun who was walking to Sunday Mass by Immigration and Customs Enforcement “wildly disturbing."
Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock will step down from his post as Texas’ chief financial officer at the end of July, according to a resignation letter he submitted to Gov. Greg Abbott Wednesday.Hancock’s departure notice, first reported by Texas Bullpen and confirmed by Abbott, comes one year to t...
According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the shooting occurred near the intersection of Morning Dove Drive and Redbird Ridge Drive when deputies responded to a disturbance.
A former Tomball ISD Tax employee has been charged with wire fraud following an investigation. That's according to a letter sent to family and staff by Tomball ISD.
Houston’s summer pattern is not going anywhere, but rain chances are trying to sneak back into the forecast over the next few days. That does not mean everyone gets rain, and it definitely does not mean a washout. It means our classic July setup is back: warm and muggy mornings, hot afternoons, a...
Las Vegas firefighters helped save a newborn after responding to reports of a woman in labor inside a flood control tunnel.
Several homeowners in The Highlands community of Porter say they’re growing increasingly frustrated after finding black sediment in their water, bathtubs, toilet bowls and water filters.“It’s almost like dirt,” resident Helen Coward told KPRC 2’s Re’Chelle Turner.While residents say the problem h...
A Texas court has ordered that the domain name of a porn website be locked down after failing to comply with the state’s age-verification law.
Environmental advocates expressed frustration with what they view as a minor penalty for one of the country’s largest liquefied natural gas exporters
A federal judge in Arkansas has thrown out a handful of state laws that put extra restrictions on citizen efforts to gather signatures for ballot initiatives, agreeing with challengers that they violated the constitutional free speech rights of voters.The decision handed several victories to the ...
Newly obtained court records reveal Texas Rangers investigated former Brazoria County Sheriff’s Deputy Kevin Tippit for possible criminal offenses, including manslaughter, after he fatally shot 18-year-old John Mendoza Jr. during a pursuit that ended inside a Lake Jackson garage.Mendoza Jr., a Te...
A young employee, identified as Zion Branch, was revealed as the one fatality after a man accidentally pressed the gas and ran into the Nothing Bundt Cakes store.
Texans cornerback Ajani Carter and outside linebacker Xavier Thomas were waived from injured reserve Wednesday.Carter is healthy enough to return this season after undergoing and rehabbing from successful arthroscopic knee surgery, per a league source.The cleanup procedure for the North Shore gra...
A man was shot by a Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy while deputies responded to a reported disturbance at a home in the Humble area Wednesday afternoon, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.The shooting happened in the 15600 block of Morning Dove Drive.According to the Harris Coun...
Four people died during massive celebrations in downtown Mexico City following the national team's victory over Ecuador, Mexican health authorities said Wednesday.
A popular beauty brand’s five-year relationship with one of the nation’s largest chains is expected to end next month.
An EaDo couple says a dangerous intersection near Downtown Houston has become the scene of repeated crashes, and they fear someone could be seriously hurt or killed if changes are not made.
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