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Galveston County considers time off policy that would decrease vacation, and impact retiree payouts
After working years and saving for retirement, some Galveston County employees are fearful it could all be lost if a new policy is adopted.
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Fort Bend County is on a deadline to find a solution for its stray livestock
Fort Bend County lacks a dedicated facility to house and care for the thousands of stray livestock and exotic animals they oversee annually, relying for years on the private property of a law enforcement official who is set to retire next year....
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Former Cambridge professor Jason Arday found dead amid plagiarism allegations, university says
Former Cambridge University professor Jason Arday was found dead on Friday, according to the university, amid plagiarism allegations.
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D23 is here! What to know about the ultimate Disney fan event
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event runs from Friday to Sunday at the Anaheim Convention Center in California.
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3 Pasadena ISD students arrested for reported threat against high school
FBI Houston reportedly alerted district police about an online threat to Pasadena Memorial High School.
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Flock cameras: 3 Harris County deputies have access suspended, Deer Park officer disciplined
Numerous law enforcement agencies are conducting audits in regard to the ongoing discussions about the use of Flock cameras.
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Luigi Mangione admits to shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO as he pleads guilty in federal case
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty Friday to two federal stalking counts in connection with the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
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Suspect arrested after World War II Memorial vandalized in Washington
A person has been arrested in connection with vandalism at The World War II Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro announced Friday....
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14 years after Austin Tice’s disappearance in Syria, his family in Houston presses efforts to find him
Tice, a freelance journalist and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, disappeared near a checkpoint in Damascus on Aug. 14, 2012, while reporting on the Syrian Civil War....
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Alex Murdaugh hearing today: Man previously convicted in murders of wife, son back in court ahead of April 2027 retrial
There was an Alex Murdaugh hearing today. The man previously convicted in the murders of his wife and son was due back in court ahead of an April 2027 retrial....
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Christy Knowings, former 'All That' star, dies at 46; show’s castmates pay tribute
Christy Knowings, who starred in Nickelodeon's sketch comedy show "All That," died this week in California at the age of 46.
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Regulations eased in Texas on suppressors, certain guns after court order takes effect
A federal court order that struck down regulations on firearm suppressors and certain guns took effect on Thursday after an appeal was not filed by the federal government before a seven-day deadline set by the judge....
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3 Harris County deputies have access to Flock system suspended; Deer Park Police Department disciplines officer
Two different law enforcement agencies say they are either reviewing or have disciplined employees for misuse or potential misuse of the Flock camera system. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says it has suspended three deputy’s access to the Flock system and launched a review o...
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Advocates accuse hardware store chain of cooperating with ICE following detention of man in Houston area
The Home Depot, where a man was recently arrested by federal agents after reporting a shooting to local police, denies being involved with ICE operations but says it does not prevent agents from accessing its parking lots, where automated license plate readers are located....
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3 people shot by suspect accused of firing at multiple vehicles, suspect shot by officers, HPD says
A suspect accused of shooting at moving cars in northeast Houston was shot by police and is in the hospital, HPD says. Three people who were hurt are expected to be OK....
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James Talarico pushes new plan to woo Texas veterans, pledges to ‘fight for them the way they fight for us’
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico unveiled a veterans and military agenda Friday aimed at ending forever wars, strengthening support for military families and increasing the resources available to veterans for health care, housing and employment....
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7th graders tackle knife-wielding student who attacked teacher at Jonesville Middle School in Lee County, Virginia: sheriff
7th graders tackled a knife-wielding student who attacked a teacher at Jonesville Middle School in Lee County, Virginia, the sheriff said.
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Employee Spotlight: Chris Arrowood
Meet Chris Arrowood, Director of the Bellaire City Library.
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I-10 reopens following latest strike on Houston Avenue bridge
TxDOT shared photos of the scene on social media at around noon on Friday.
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Texas schools see modest improvement in 2026 A-F ratings. Here’s how they fared
About 85% of Texas public schools earned a passing grade in the state's latest A-F accountability ratings, while roughly one-quarter of districts and campuses scored higher than they did last year....
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All eastbound mainlanes reopen on I-10 after Houston Avenue Bridge hit by high load, TxDOT says
The bridge has been hit well over 70 times since the beginning of 2025, with the latest hit causing multiple eastbound lanes to close because a vehicle's high load did not clear the height clearance....
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Westwood Elementary passes environmental testing after mold issues delayed first day of school, Friendswood ISD says
Westwood Elementary students are set to return to campus on Aug. 24 after mold issues delayed the start of their school year, according to Friendswood ISD....
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ENOUGH: KPRC 2’s commitment to getting answers launches September 13
Some problems seem to linger for years. Some decisions leave people wondering who benefits. And sometimes, the answers only lead to more questions. That’s where ENOUGH begins. Starting September 13, KPRC 2 News is making a new commitment to accountability journalism — digging dee...
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Rare whale and dolphin wash ashore on Texas coast in 2 weeks
The Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network responded to two separate stranding events across the Texas coast this month, resulting in the deaths of a rare melon-headed whale and a chronically ill bottlenose dolphin. Rare Deep-Water Whale Strands Between Galveston and Port Aransas ...
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Teen Volunteer Program - Fall 2026
Volunteer at the Library this fall!
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (August 14, 2026)
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
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Execution date set for Houston jeweler's killer 30 years after $3.5M diamond heist
Thirty years after a Houston jeweler was murdered in a multimillion-dollar diamond heist, the man convicted of killing him has his execution date set.
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New details on Harris County mother, boyfriend facing charges after 2-year-old’s tragic death
Prosecutors are waiting for the sheriff's office to complete its investigation before deciding whether to upgrade the couple's charges.
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Historic Elissa ship returns to Galveston Saturday after months at sea
The Elissa is expected to arrive at the Galveston Historic Seaport located off of Harborside Drive at around noon Saturday. Those attending are encouraged to gather at Pier 21 with homemade welcome signs in hand....
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2026 Emmys: Breakouts and fan faves like 'Love Story' and 'The Testaments' compete for top TV prize
The Emmy race is on. Go inside some of TV's most talked-about nominated shows, from breakout newcomers to fan-favorite series.
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Hello Houston (August 14, 2026)
Today: We discuss the expansion of Flock cameras in Texas, learn how we can restore old furniture, and talk with River Oaks Theatre artistic director Rob Saucedo about his new graphic novel....
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LIVE RADAR: Scattered showers and storms moving across parts of SE Texas
Scattered showers and thunderstorms have developed across parts of Southeast Texas Friday. Track it all on our live radar: Check the latest weather alerts Check real-time traffic conditions Check the forecast Share your weather pictures and video Download the free Storm Tracker 2...
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Texas hunting and fishing licenses for 2026-2027 season on sale Saturday
Hunters and anglers in Texas can renew their licenses for the 2026-2027 season beginning Saturday.
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Houston’s water utility receives ‘negative’ financial outlook from S&P Global
The lowered outlook comes after significant financial restructuring by Mayor John Whitmire’s administration.
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Three injured by man who shot at moving vehicles before he was shot by police, HPD says
A woman and her daughter were among those shot late Friday morning, according to the Houston Police Department, which said the shooter was struck multiple times by responding officers and transported to a hospital....
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Hot with a few showers possible Friday
We're tracking another batch of tropical moisture that should boost our rain chances a little on Friday. Next week a heat ridge will bring us dry weather with near triple-digit temperatures....
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One-stop shop for barbering and custom hats from Philly native Jamel Workman
Jamel Workman of Philadelphia custom makes hats with methods that have been used for hundreds of years with his business J Workman Millinery.
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Musician gives hospital patients hope with the sound of the harp
Edie Elkan, founder of 'Bedside Harp,' has spent the last 25 years bringing the sound of hope to hospital patients.
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Boxer Prichard Colón dies at 33, 11 years after receiving illegal blow to the head during fight
Former boxer Prichard Colón has died at age 33, 11 years after sustaining life-altering blows to the head during the only defeat of his professional career....
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Lanes reopen after 18-wheeler carrying oversized load strikes Houston Avenue bridge on I-10
An 18-wheeler carrying an oversized load struck the Houston Avenue bridge on Interstate 10 eastbound Friday morning, blocking two lanes and prompting officials to assess the bridge. The crash happened around 11:15 a.m. on I-10 eastbound at Houston Avenue, according to traffic inf...
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Alaska surrogate case: Amid legal battle, McKenna West gives birth in Texas to baby with hypoplastic left heart syndrome
McKenna West, a surrogate who was told to terminate a pregnancy because the baby has hypoplastic left heart syndrome, gave birth in Texas.
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Houston community groups question whether Home Depot worked with ICE during recent detention
Community organizations gathered outside a southwest Houston Home Depot on Friday to question whether the retailer had cooperated with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. PREVIOUS: ICE arrests crime witness who helped Houston police identify shooting suspect FIEL, PSL, CREC...
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Woodland Acres Middle earns A rating as TEA highlights Galena Park ISD accountability success
A Galena Park ISD middle school is starting the new school year with an A rating from the Texas Education Agency, as state leaders prepare to highlight the district’s performance in the newly released 2026 accountability ratings. Woodland Acres Middle School earned an A with an o...
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CBP says Big Bend work is limited as legal challenges grow
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney S. Scott released a statement he said was “correcting the record” on projects happening in Big Bend National Park....
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Meet Taylor Bruck: KPRC 2’s new reporter is ready to explore Houston, one story, and queso, at a time
Houston, meet Taylor Bruck! If you happen to see KPRC 2’s newest reporter running through a Houston neighborhood, playing pickup basketball, checking out a new restaurant or asking strangers if they want to join a run club, don’t be surprised. That’s just Taylor being Taylor. The...
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Trump admin says White House ballroom 'beyond the point of no return' in Supreme Court appeal
The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to allow construction of the president's White House ballroom to continue.
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Army identifies 2 Fort Hood helicopter pilots killed in Apache crash
The Army on Friday identified the two Fort Hood helicopter pilots who were killed when their Apache crashed during a maintenance test flight in central Texas....
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The future of Flock cameras: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week
The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.
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3 injured after gunman opens fire on vehicles, exchanges gunfire with HPD near Chicken Plus
Three people were injured Friday morning after an armed man allegedly opened fire on multiple vehicles before exchanging gunfire with Houston police officers in northeast Houston, according to the Houston Police Department. The shooting happened in the 6300 block of North Wayside...
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D23 2026: Everything to know about Disney's ultimate fan expo
Disney fans, assemble! Here's what to know about D23 2026, Disney's ultimate fan event in Anaheim, California.
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Luigi Mangione federal guilty plea expected to be announced Friday, sources say: What to know ahead of court
Lawyers for Luigi Mangione are expected to discuss a possible guilty plea in his federal case on Friday.
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These are Texas' best and worst schools, districts for 2026
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released its annual report cards on public school districts, campuses and charter schools.
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2 accused of polluting Halls Bayou with oil, transmission fluid in north Harris County
Two men are facing felony charges in Harris County after authorities learned an unlicensed auto repair operation has been polluting soil and a Houston bayou....
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Kohl's cookware lovers sale: Unbeatable deals from Analon, Rachel Ray & more
Don't miss out on the exclusive cookware savings event happening now, featuring top brands.
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Erin Burke, former employee at Newtown Discovery Preschool in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, charged after alleged assault of 2-year-old
Erin Burke, a former employee at Newtown Discovery Preschool in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, was arrested after the alleged assault of a 2-year-old.
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Election 2026: Make your voice heard
Tell us what matters to you and help shape our election coverage.
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Firefighter charged, accused of sparking fires in Washington County, authorities say
According to a release, Ronald Perry's arrest is in conjunction with a yearslong investigation into the fires in Washington County from 2020 through 2025....
schools
2026 TEA accountability ratings: Houston-area school districts
The Texas Education Agency on Friday released A-F Accountability Ratings for 2026. Check your school district or campus.
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'Master manipulator' murder suspect Isabelle Johnson arrested
Isabelle Johnson, a suspected murderer who authorities say had been using multiple disguises and identities, has been arrested and taken into custody.
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At Big Bend National Park, bulldozers begin clearing pristine desert land for border barrier work
A coalition of landowners, outdoor enthusiasts and business owners that say any work in Big Bend National Park would forever change the place often called "Texas' gift to the nation."...
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