Texas plans to execute a man convicted in the killings of 3 people; Georgia execution put on hold
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.
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Body reportedly found in body of water in southeast Houston, police investigate
The Houston Police Department is investigating reports of a body found in the southeast Houston area.
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Family of Texas pregnant woman Tierra Walker who died sues Texas AG Ken Paxton, alleges denied abortion led to death
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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Zuckerberg distances Meta from calls for a coordinated approach on an AI slowdown
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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What are the top threats posed by AI and should you be worried? Experts explain
The most powerful figures in the AI industry issued grave warnings in recent days.
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Houston Heights is getting an AI-powered private school. Here’s how it works
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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Coast Guard, FBI investigating after 2 oil tankers bound for US hit with cyberattacks: Sources
U.S. authorities said there were no reports of "operational disruptions."
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Karol G, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso, Rosalía and Drexler are the most nominated for the Latin Grammys
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...
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Fulshear Police Chief fired after alleged 'financial entanglement' with captain
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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These groups are driving the DeFlock movement in Austin. Now, they’re ready for statewide action
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....
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After backlash, power grid officials back away from agreement to give ERCOT CEO millions in additional bonuses
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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Scenes from a colonial resurrection: First-person interpretations of history draw America 250 crowds
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...
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So Delicious recalls popular frozen dessert that could have hard stones in it
So Delicious is recalling a flavor of frozen pints after customers complained of hard stones and foreign objects in the dessert.