Former Brazoria Co. deputy charged with aggravated assault in teen's shooting death: Docs
Records show Kevin Tippit was booked into Brazoria County Jail on Tuesday for an incident on June 1, 2026.
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Meta gives Texas data center standards a thumbs up
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, said Monday it endorses the new data center standards in Texas.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3397: Magazine
Episode: 3397 In which old magazines returns us to a time when our reading was not limited by what we chose to read. Today, what is a magazine?
West Houston club shutting down after 6 years of business
KAMP Houston posted a "thank you" video, confirming the rumor that's been spreading on social media over the weekend.
Court orders Instagram and Facebook's Meta to pay $567M to address kids' mental health online
A New Mexico court has ordered Instagram and Facebook parent company Meta to pay $567 million to address harms to young people from its platforms.
Suspicious orders at a Spring Branch-area bookstore, owner says
Becker's Books, which opened in 1993, is a second-generation bookstore in Spring Branch. The owner said he's recently been getting lots of orders he calls suspicious, and he thinks AI has something to do with it....
The week in politics (Aug. 5, 2026)
On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And we get to know Mychal Threets, the new host of "Reading Rainbow."...
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3394: An Old Book of Aeroplanes
Episode: 3394 An old book of WW-I aeroplanes reveals something about technological change in wartime. Today, an old book with an unintended message.
Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson sings with Billie Joe Armstrong, signs new book at San Diego Comic-Con
"It's like Stanley Kubrick meets 'The Evil Dead!' Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson details the newest chapter in his graphic novel series, "The Mandrake Project: Year Two."...
Hello Houston (July 28, 2026)
Today: We learn about the new medical research hub UH Health, U.S. Representative Sylvia Garcia discusses the latest on the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, Houston radio personality Madd Hatta tells us about his new children's book, and more....
Young artist turns brother into superhero in first comic book
A talented young artist is using creativity to make a difference. The 12-year-old's first comic book is inspired by family, while his charitable efforts continue to help children facing similar challenges as his brother....
Years of scandals haven’t stopped Ken Paxton. Can James Talarico change that?
Talarico's team has studied Paxton's previous races and is attempting its own version of the playbook by trying to paint Paxton as part of a broader culture of corruption that has failed to improve people's lives....
Shooting reported at Deerbook Mall in Humble
Harris County authorities say at least person has been reported shot.
A 12-year-old poet laureate embraces a new role -- book author
The 12-year-old signs and reads copies of his first book, "Who Am I?" at events all across the Tri-State area.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1603: Old Galileo
Episode: 1603 Galileo: An old man grieves his daughter and writes his last book. Today, an old man writes his most important book.
Here's where cyclosporiasis cases are spreading across the country
Since May 1, the CDC has received more than 1,600 confirmed domestic cyclosporiasis case reports, and is waiting to confirm more than 5,100 additional cases....
Half Priced Books returning to Montrose after Westheimer location closed in 2021
The new location will occupy the 12,446-square-foot building at 3509 Montrose Blvd. The building was previously owned by Soundwaves, a longtime skate and music shop that closed earlier this year after operating since 1997....
Invasive pasture mealybug spreads to 70 Texas counties, threatening hayfields and pastures, report says
An invasive insect is rapidly spreading across Texas, threatening millions of acres of pastureland and raising new concerns for the state's cattle and hay producers....
Judge Lina Hidalgo says on Facebook she'll be 'less visible' in community as she recovers from mono
Hidalgo said that she will not be visible in the coming weeks to rest after she contracted mono, but says her team will represent her when necessary.
Invasive pasture pest spreads across Texas, threatening cattle industry and ranchers
A fast-spreading invasive insect is raising new concerns for Texas ranchers as experts warn it could threaten millions of acres of pastureland that support the state’s cattle industry.The pasture mealybug, first confirmed in Texas in 2025, has now been found in 70 counties and co...
Hello Houston (July 8, 2026)
Today: We discuss the fatal ICE shooting that occurred in Houston with Alejandra Salinas, Sylvia Garcia, and Abbie Kamin, learn about the Houston Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, and talk about the importance of contemplative spaces....
The Engines of Our Ingenuity #3387: Burington’s Handbook
Episode: 3387 In which an old handbook keeps teaching me for almost eight decades years. Today, an old book keeps informing me.
NYC's oldest maps blaze paths to the past and future
The New York Public Library has a vast collection of more than 400,000 maps. The maps show where the city has been and where it's going.
Sportsbooks say World Cup betting has surged past expectations, with US hype driving action
Sportsbook operators anticipated this year's World Cup would set betting records because the major elements were aligned.
Zach Cregger's hit horror movie 'Barbarian' releasing on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray SteelBook
Watch the terror at home with Zach Cregger's hit horror film "Barbarian" releasing on 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray SteelBook. 🎬🍼🎬
The U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?
Faced with a modern outbreak that could endure for decades, historical documents are offering officials solutions to eradicate the parasite again.
'Miss Anita' retires after 50 years of story time in Cape May
Miss Anita has spent the last 50 years reading stories and singing songs to kids in Cape May, New Jersey. Now, she is moving on to the next chapter.
Local dermatologist shares relief and prevention tips as mosquito bites spreading across Houston area
As mosquito season ramps up across Southeast Texas, residents are dealing with itchy bites and irritated skin—and health experts say the worst thing you can do may be the most instinctive one.Dr. Natalie Hone with The Skin People Dermatology joined KPRC 2’s Sofia Ojeda to break d...
The first Juneteenth celebrations (June 19, 2026)
On Friday's show: While Juneteenth had its origins in Galveston, a local researcher has uncovered evidence that the first celebrations of the occasion took place in Houston. And a new book celebrates the stories and legacy of Houston’s former Negro hospital....
Congo’s Cinderella story: How its World Cup tie in Houston was really a win for the Congolese diaspora
Congo's team, playing in the World Cup for the first time in more than half a century, held its own against Portugal, one of the top teams in the world. Congolese fans say the team's one goal was one for the history books....
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2606 More Beautiful Books
Episode: 2606 More Beautiful Books: revisiting books by the foot. Today, the measure of a book.
