PHOTOS: Galveston Island’s 13th annual dog surfing competition
Big and small dogs alike battled one to two foot surf conditions at the 13th annual Ohana Surf Dog Competition in Galveston.
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Judge says Paramount and Warner must halt merger for at least two weeks, granting states' request
A federal judge on Monday ordered Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery to halt their $81 billion merger for at least two weeks.
Texas gas prices climbing as national average hits $4 a gallon
Gas prices in Texas are on the rise again after the national average hit $4 per gallon.
Thousands of Galveston gravesites now searchable online
The history here is literally under your feet, and now it’s a lot easier to find.The city of Galveston has launched a new online tool that allows residents, families, historians and researchers to search cemetery records that were previously buried in handwritten ledgers and hist...
‘Worth keeping tabs on’: Tropical depression in northeastern Gulf could impact Texas
The system could bring tropical storm conditions to parts of the Gulf Coast, from the Florida panhandle to southeastern Louisiana, by Monday night or early Tuesday, according to the National Hurricane Center....
Piper J3C-65 plane N92432 lands on Fulshear house: Pilot hospitalized after small plane lands on top of home, Texas DPS says
A pilot has been taken to the hospital after landing on top of a house in the Fulshear area on Monday morning, according to the Texas DPS.
Small dog missing since 4th of July rescued in San Francisco Bay
A dog that had been missing for weeks is now back with his owners after a harrowing journey, being spotted by drones swimming out into marsh water and even being attacked by seagulls in the San Francisco Bay....
Injured bald eagle rescued after eagle-on-eagle fight; believed to be Big Bear's Jackie
An injured bald eagle that was rescued in Big Bear after getting into a fight with two other eagles is believed to be Jackie, one half of the region's beloved bald eagle couple....
Man in custody after setting off 'incendiary device' outside federal building in Manhattan
A man with a history of anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity set off an "incendiary device" outside a federal building in Manhattan, officials said....
Denied long-term disability? Consumer expert shares 3 steps that could help protect your claim
Long-term disability insurance is designed to provide financial support when a medical condition prevents someone from working. But for many people, getting those benefits can become a lengthy and difficult process.One Houston-area woman says she’s been fighting for two years aft...
Houston evacuation routes, zones by zip code for 2026 hurricane season
Houston and Galveston area evacuation routes and zones by zip codes for the 2026 hurricane season. Know when to evaucate.
Up to 5 cups of coffee per day may potentially lower heart disease risk, doctors say
Drinking up to five cups of coffee a day is safe for most adults, and regular coffee consumption may be linked to a lower risk of stroke, diabetes and heart failure....
Texas’ bite of the microchip industry is growing thanks to public grants, incentives
For years, the state has been the leading exporter of semiconductor chips. After the Legislature invested more than $1.5 billion into incentives since 2023, the industry has been booming....
Apple Music subscription prices are going up. Here’s what you’ll pay now
If you’re an Apple Music subscriber, you may notice a higher monthly bill.Apple has increased prices for all of its Apple Music subscription plans in the U.S., marking the first price increase since 2022. The new pricing took effect July 17.According to Apple, the increase is the...
Number of college loan defaults soar in Texas and the nation
College borrowers in default have ballooned to a national record 9.2 million – up by 4.2 million since April 2025. In Texas, 878,000 are in default, the most of any state....
Sinaloa cartel cofounder El Mayo faces life sentence in Brooklyn federal court
Ismael Zambada Garcia, known as "El Mayo," will be sentenced Monday in Brooklyn federal court after he spent much of his life as one of the most, if not the most, prolific and powerful drug traffickers in the world....
North Texas soldier among two service members killed in Jordan drone strike
A 19-year-old soldier from North Texas was among two service members killed in Jordan during recent Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks, raising the total U.S. military death toll in the conflict with Iran to 17....
Climate scientists have predicted greater flooding in Texas for decades. It’s happening now
Warmer air holds more water. When that air encounters the right weather conditions, bigger storms emerge.
Andy Burnham becomes UK's 7th prime minister in 10 years after meeting with King Charles III
Andy Burnham officially became British prime minister on Monday -- the country's seventh leader in 10 years
Nolan Wells' family, friends to gather at his funeral in Mississippi as death investigation continues
Family and friends of Mississippi teenager Nolan Wells will gather on Monday for his funeral.
US military identifies 2 soldiers killed in Iranian attack on Jordan as from Texas and Hawaii
The U.S. Central Command said two service members were killed in Jordan while defending against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks.
Fort Bend County leadership drama (July 20, 2026)
On Monday's show: We get an update on several stories in Fort Bend County, including how drama over the leadership of the county might affect the tax rate there and how developers are facing hurdles in their attempt to purchase land adjacent to the Sugar Land 95 burial site....
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3388: Omar Khayyam
Episode: 3388 Let us see how much Omar Khayyam accomplished, beyond his having inspired poet Edward FitzGerald. Today, Omar Khayyam.
Uvalde County flooding forces residents to gut homes as creek overflows
After historic, record-shattering rainfall sent the Leona River and local creeks overflowing into Uvalde County homes, residents are left gutting their properties down to the studs while local disaster relief teams rush to serve thousands of hot meals....
Man charged with kidnapping after allegedly taking 1-year-old relative during wedding without permission, HCSO says
HCSO said the relative took a toddler from a wedding without the parents' permission. He was found 18 miles away from the venue, and the child was found unharmed....
James Talarico challenges Ken Paxton to 3 televised Texas Senate debates
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico has challenged Republican incumbent Ken Paxton to three televised debates, accusing his opponent of avoiding public scrutiny for over a decade....
JD, Usha Vance welcome baby boy, first child born to sitting vice president in more than 150 years
Vice President JD Vance and his wife, second lady Usha Vance, on Sunday announced the birth of their fourth child, the first born to a sitting vice president in more than 150 years....
18-year-old killed, family member injured in shooting outside north Harris County cantina
Officials say a 19-year-old shot the victims and drove off, but another person followed him while giving details to 911.
US announces another troop death as Israel warns Iran's attacks are coming close
The U.S. military said a service member was killed in Iraq on Saturday during the "controlled detonation" of a downed Iranian drone, and it launched more airstrikes at Iran on Sunday in response to the killing of U.S. troops....
Man admits to killing girlfriend in NE Harris County shooting
The suspect reportedly told detectives that his girlfriend threatened to end their relationship before he shot her Saturday evening.
National Hurricane Center warns Tropical Depression Two could target Texas this week
Southeast Texas is facing a heightened threat of tropical weather later this week, as a developing system in the northeastern Gulf of Mexico is projected to march toward the Texas coast....
5.5 magnitude earthquake hits Peru's Andes region, killing at least 5 people
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake shook the Andes region of Peru, killing at least five people, local authorities said on Sunday.
Boxer Hannah Rapp struck by car while riding bicycle, dies at 26, Brazos County Sheriff's Office says
Hannah Rapp, who challenged for the WBC women's featherweight championship in June, died after being hit by a car while riding her bike in Brazos County, officials said....
Best Nordstrom Anniversary 2026 accessories deals for under $50
Don't miss these must-have accessories from jewelry to scarves, and more under $50 at Nordstrom
Rising professional boxer Hannah Rapp killed in Texas bicycle collision, driver charged with manslaughter
A rising professional boxer was killed Saturday morning in Central Texas after a motorist allegedly reversed his vehicle and struck her as she rode her bicycle, authorities said....
High-pressure system triggers soaring weekend temperatures and intense summer heat waves
As high pressure builds just off the Coast, temperatures soar into the middle to upper 90s for the weekend. Feels like temps will also climb above 100, nearing 108 for some....
Second death reported in Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City
A second person has died in connection to the ongoing Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City.
16 US service members have died in the Iran war, reflecting a conflict fought largely in the air
The U.S. military reports two more service members have been killed in the conflict with Iran, bringing the total to 16.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1605: The Rush to Height
Episode: 1605 The brief race to build very tall buildings: 1885 to 1931. Today, the brief day of the first skyscrapers.
Victim brain dead, another critically hurt after suspect attacked them with metal pipe, docs allege
Court records allege a man is in custody for attacking two homeless men in brutal assaults with a metal pipe that left one of them critically hurt and the other brain-dead....
Woman killed in northeast Harris County shooting, sheriff's office says
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said a woman was killed in a shooting that was suspected to be an incident between "intimate partners."
H-E-B launches 3-day disaster relief operation for Kerr County flood victims
The H-E-B Disaster Response Unit is deploying to the Hill Country Youth Event Center in Kerrville to provide free daily meals and cleanup supplies from Saturday through Monday for residents recovering from recent devastating floods....
HCSO is investigating a fatal shooting in northeast Harris County
Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office responded to a home on Maritime Drive in the Sheldon area just after 6:30 p.m. Saturday evening.They found a woman with a gunshot would deceased at the scene.One person has been detained.@HCSOTexas deputies responded to a residence...
Monitoring the Gulf coast for potential tropical development
The tropics have been quiet but now all eyes are on the a tropical disturbance trying to organize in the eastern Gulf. There is an upper-level low pressure area off the coast of Florida. If this low can sink to the surface, it could become our next named storm. The chances of thi...
Law enforcement to ramp up speed limit enforcement during 'Operation Slowdown,' TxDOT says
Operation Slowdown began July 18, and TxDOT said law enforcement will increase their presence on Texas roads to "remind motorists what a safe speed looks like."...
Volunteers honor legacy of slain father, husband: 'Loving like Lou'
The family of a man killed while searching for his stolen truck spent a morning doing the community service he liked to do, calling it "Loving like Lou."...
Iceberg lettuce recalled in 27 states due to potential cyclospora contamination
Check your fridge. Iceberg lettuce sold in 27 states has been recalled due to potential cyclospora contamination.
Venezuela earthquakes death toll surpasses 5,000
The death toll from two powerful earthquakes that shook Venezuela last month rose to 5,069 late on Friday, local authorities said.
Federal appeals court rules that New Jersey's assault weapons ban is unconstitutional
This is the first time a federal appeals court has struck down a state ban on such weapons, and it comes as the U.S. Supreme Court is set to consider whether bans on semiautomatic rifles violate the Second Amendment....
Iran says it is suspending commitments to interim deal with US as they exchange attacks
Iran says it has suspended its commitments under an interim deal with the U.S. as the countries have exchanged strikes targeting infrastructure and military sites....
House of Representatives passes bill that makes the shift to daylight saving time permanent
America already tried permanent daylight saving time, and it lasted less than a year. Could it work now?
Back-to-back I-10 closures could slow Houston drivers this weekend
Drivers in Houston and Galveston County should prepare for several road closures this weekend affecting I-10 and I-45.
High pressure brings extreme summer heat waves and tropical threats build in the Gulf
As high pressure builds just off the Coast, temperatures soar into the middle to upper 90s for the weekend.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1604: Hydrogen
Episode: 1604 In which hydrogen balloons bind science to technology. Today, hydrogen — in 1783.
Texas flooding: Family mourns loss of man swept away in Kerrville floods
Two people are dead from this week's devastating floods. Now, we're hearing from the family.
I-10 at Garth Road expected to close over weekend due to work on power lines, CenterPoint says
I-10 at Garth Road is expected to close over the weekend due to work on power lines, according to CenterPoint.
Minnesota prosecutor talks strategy after deadly Houston ICE shooting
After a man was killed by ICE agents in Houston, the Harris County District Attorney's office is conducting its own investigation and turning to leaders in Minneapolis for guidance....
Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office lieutenant admits to improper use of Flock cameras per docs
Documents obtained by ABC13 show a Fort Bend Co. Sheriff's Office Lieutenant used Flock cameras to look up one license plate 41 times and another plate 148 times from January 2022 through December 2025....
MacGregor residents say developers are ignoring deed restrictions in their area
Residents in the MacGregor area of southeast Houston say new houses are being built in their neighborhood that never should have been allowed in the first place....
Justice caravan rolls through Houston as calls for accountability continue in ICE shooting
Supporters drove through Houston Friday in a justice caravan honoring Lorenzo Salgado Araujo as calls for accountability continue following the deadly ICE shooting. The demonstration comes after federal officials identified who agents say they were trying to locate before the sho...
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