July 4th deadly Texas floods, one year later
It's been one year since floodwaters swept through Central Texas over the July 4th weekend, claiming the lives of more than 130 people.
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Katy, Texas crash: Michael Butler charged with manslaughter after Tesla crashes into home, killing woman
Michael Butler was charged with manslaughter after a Tesla crashed into a Katy, Texas home, killing a woman.
Small Ships Parade sails through NYC ahead of Sail4th 250 celebration
The Small Ships Parade serves as the lead-up to Saturday's "Sail4th 250" event, which is expected to draw large crowds to the city's waterfront.
Venezuelan earthquake survivors search for missing pets in an unexpected place: McDonald's
A McDonald's restaurant in Venezuela has become a makeshift hospital and center for finding missing pets after two powerful earthquakes.
Houston, Texas shooting: Mother shoots, kills 2 kids before turning gun on self in hotel, officials say
There was a Houston, Texas shooting. A mother shot and killed her 2 kids before turning the gun on herself in a hotel, officials say.
Texas Bullion Depository announces 2026 Lone Star Gold and Silver Series
Texas is making history by launching the first-ever state-authorized precious metals program, featuring commemorative "Lone Star" gold and silver coins available this July!
Mexico vs England at World Cup to kick-off early due to risk of weather, ESPN sources say
The World Cup match between Mexico and England is likely to have its Sunday kick-off time changed due to the risk of weather disruption including flooding, sources told ESPN.
Court clears way for replacement of slavery exhibit at President's House in Philadelphia
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for the Trump administration to immediately replace the slavery exhibit at the President's House on Independence Mall.
Court docs describe bodycam video of Brazoria Co. deputy shooting that killed teen in Lake Jackson
ABC13 obtained the search warrant for the Brazoria County deputy's gun, which describes the dash and body camera footage leading up to the deadly shooting of an 18-year-old.
Parasite outbreak causing 'explosive diarrhea' reported in 17 US states, CDC warns
A parasite outbreak causing "explosive diarrhea" has been reported in 17 US states, the CDC warns.
Houston shooting: Gunfire erupts outside Sunnyside church during funeral service
Houston police say gunfire erupted outside of a Sunnyside church where a funeral service was being held on Friday.
1 shot during funeral at southeast Houston church, according to police department
According to Houston police, one person was shot during a funeral being held at the St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church.
Person killed in crash impacting I-45 SB lanes at 71st Street in Galveston County, police say
Galveston PD confirmed one person died after saying multiple people were taken to the hospital due to a multi-vehicle crash on I-45 South at 71st Street.
Mom shoots, kills her 2 children before turning gun on herself in SW Houston hotel, authorities say
According to authorities, the woman shot and killed her two children, who were 6 and 9 years old, before turning the gun on herself at a southwest Houston hotel.
Man shot outside church after fight breaks out during funeral in SE Houston
An investigation is underway after a fight during a funeral at a southeast Houston church led to gunfire Friday morning.The incident was reported at a church in the 8300 block of Brandon Street.Mother, 2 young children dead in apparent murder-suicide near Houston’s NRG StadiumAccording to the Hou...
Mother, 2 kids killed in suspected murder-suicide at Braeswood hotel
Officials say the mother shot her children before turning the gun on herself.
Mother, her 2 young children dead in apparent murder-suicide at motel, near NRG Stadium
An investigation is underway after a mother and her two young children were found dead inside a motel Friday afternoon in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.The shooting was reported at 11:43 a.m. at the Marriott Residence Inn, located at 7807 Kirby Drive, near NRG Stad...
Ex-Liberty police officer surrenders to jail on official oppression, indecent assault charges
A former Liberty Police Department officer has been indicted for official oppression and indecent assault, according to Liberty County Jail records.Jason Grindstaff resigned while under investigation earlier this year, the City of Liberty said in a statement posted on social media Friday.Records ...
Summer heat with low rain chances for July 4th weekend
Increasing moisture levels will lead to scattered storm chances as we head into July 4th weekend.
Pope Leo XIV awarded Liberty Medal during ceremony in Philadelphia
Pope Leo VIX was awarded the National Constitution Center's 38th Liberty Medal during a ceremony Friday in Philadelphia.
July 4th deadly Texas floods, one year later
It's been one year since floodwaters swept through Central Texas over the July 4th weekend, claiming the lives of more than 130 people.
James Talarico weighs in on Drake vs Kendrick Lamar while on Houston radio show
U.S. Senate Democratic nominee James Talarico recently stopped by 93.7 The Beat to talk about his run for Senator and even gave his opinion on Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar.
Texas military installations contribute $148B to state's economy, report says
Texas is home to 14 military installations representing the U.S. Army, Navy and Air Force, along with the National Guard and reserve components. According to the report, these bases combine to add 212,541 direct jobs and support 628,884 jobs indirectly.
Former Liberty police officer Jason Grindstaff facing charges
Former Liberty police officer Jason Grindstaff is now in jail on charges of official oppression and indecent assault, records show. He was placed on administrative leave in December amid a Texas Rangers investigation, and he resigned in February.
Weigh-in for Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest
Defending champs Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo will defend their titles at Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest on Saturday.
Catherine Laga'aia shares what it means to play Moana for a new generation
The movie stars 19-year-old Samoan Australian actress Catherine Laga'aia, who is making her feature film debut.
Man pleads guilty for role in 2022 San Antonio smuggling event that killed 53
A Guatemalan man pleaded guilty Thursday for his role in a 2022 mass casualty event that killed 53 migrants and injured 11 others.
"We, The Kids" inspires patriotism through art
America 250 is a big birthday and the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Houston wanted to celebrate just as big.
Texas Attorney General investigating StubHub after ‘widespread reports’ of World Cup ticket cancelations
After KPRC’s 2 Helps You began reporting that some World Cup fans had their StubHub tickets canceled at the last minute without replacements, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent 2 Helps You’s Mario Díaz a statement early Friday morning, announcing that his office is now investigating the ticke...
Norovirus outbreak on Ruby Princess cruise ship docked in SF affects over 120 passengers, crew
The Ruby Princess cruise ship was docked for disinfection at San Francisco's Pier 27 Thursday morning after a norovirus outbreak affected dozens of passengers and crew.
'That was insane': Catherine Lagaʻaia on recording new 'Moana' music with Lin-Manuel Miranda
Laga'aia is bringing the iconic original soundtrack famously written by Broadway legend Lin-Manuel Miranda to new life in this new film adaptation.
These stores and restaurants are open on the 4th of July
Although the 4th of July is a holiday, here are some of the stores and restaurants that will be keeping their doors open.
New York City's Times Square ball to drop 8 times for July 4 celebration
The iconic ball drops outside New Year's Eve for the first time.
HCSO: Man shot and killed after allegedly trying to run over another man during bar fight in NE Harris County
A 34-year-old man was killed early Friday in a shooting outside a bar in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies were called around 2:15 a.m. to the 8200 block of C.E. King Parkway on an in-progress call. When they arrived, deputies found a man suffering ...
Man charged after posting videos of himself attacking people with 'high-powered' water guns: HPD
Police said the 34-year-old man is charged with two misdemeanors after attacking people with water guns and posting about it online.
Houston fireworks shows near me 2026: July 4th events in Galveston, The Woodlands, more
List of free or cheap Houston fireworks shows for July 4th, 2026. We also have displays and parades in Galveston, The Woodlands, Kemah and Pearland.
Houston fireworks: Freedom Over Texas 2026 guide to tickets, concerts, parking
Houston's Freedom Over Texas for the Fourth of July will feature fireworks, live music and more. Here's a guide to the concerts, tickets and parking.
When the odds become real: The lessons left behind in Kerrville
As we approach the one-year remembrance of the Kerrville flood, I find myself thinking back to everything that unfolded in just a matter of hours.The way the storm came together. The torrential rain. The terrain that turned dangerous so quickly. And ultimately, the tragedy that followed.Watching ...
Tropics remain pretty quiet heading into July
The tropics remain relatively quiet for the end of June and heading into July.
Harris County shooting: Man killed on CE King Parkway
Deputies are investigating a shooting that left a man dead in northeast Harris County on Friday morning.
Rare copy of Declaration of Independence found by UK National Archives in papers of captured US ship
Michael Scurr has been volunteering at Britain's National Archives for the last 11 years, then one day last May he made a discovery of his own while sifting through the letters of an 18th-century Royal Navy captain.