Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 6, 2026)
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CenterPoint hopes to improve coastal resilience after tropical storm left thousands without power in Galveston
CenterPoint officials said they are using weather stations scattered throughout the island to help figure out how to make their equipment more resilient....
Cyclosporiasis in Texas: List of foods linked to some outbreaks
A Cyclosporiasis outbreak across the U.S. continues, and Texas is among more than a dozen states that are reporting cases of the parasite that can cause explosive diarrhea....
Criminal investigation opened in Heights home deed transfer tied to Lee Gilley murder case
A criminal investigation has been opened and law enforcement are back at the home of Lee Gilley and Christa Bauer in the Heights. The development comes after Matthew Jackson & Save A Life Homes LLC filed a deed and claimed ownership rights, while Bauer’s family has said no one sh...
Brooklyn, New York City girl Kiara Paolasin drowns at Southampton beach on Long Island
Brooklyn, New York City girl Kiara Paolasin drowned at a Southampton beach on Long Island over the holiday weekend.
Hello Houston (July 6, 2026)
Today: We find out how Houston fared as a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, discuss Galveston County’s new approved precinct map and what residents are saying about it, learn about Moody Gardens’ new animal resident, and more....
Fresno, California man Rondy Packard Sr. rescued after 6-day search in remote Pine Flat Lake area
Fresno, California man Rondy Packard Sr. was rescued after a 6-day search in the remote Pine Flat Lake area.
Lauren Bennett, singer on LMFAO's 'Party Rock Anthem,' dies at 37
Lauren Bennett, the singer featured on LMFAO's hit 2011 dance song "Party Rock Anthem," has died at the age of 37.
Daniel Moist charged with third-degree murder after 14-month-old daughter found dead in hot car in Northampton County, Pennsylvania
Daniel Moist was charged with third-degree murder after his 14-month-old daughter was found dead in a hot car in Northampton County, Pennsylvania.
Texas Stock Exchange begins test trades as part of staged rollout
Texas’ challenge to Wall Street has taken another step toward reality.
Daniel Wong asks court to confirm he is still interim Fort Bend County judge
Interim Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong is asking a court to reaffirm that he still legally holds his appointed post as the county's chief executive amid a dispute over whether he can remain in the position....
Daniel Wong sues Fort Bend County attorney to protect judicial appointment, rule of law
Fort Bend County Judge Daniel Wong filed a lawsuit Monday against Fort Bend County Attorney Bridgette Smith-Lawson, asking a district court to reaffirm one of the most fundamental principles of constitutional government: that judicial orders remain binding unless modified by a co...
Trump administration asks Texas for help providing legal services to immigrant kids facing deportation
Immigration rights experts worry that the recent inquiry is the latest sign Trump is interested in transferring unaccompanied minors to the state, where it is easier to quickly deport them....
Trump rings Wall Street's opening bells as he ties his presidency to stock market gains
President Trump gets to ring the opening bells for the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq from the golden confines of the Oval Office, a symbolic act that reflects how he has increasingly tied his presidency to the stock market....
Former Houston U.S. Rep. Bill Archer dies at 98
The Houston Republican served for three decades in Congress, rising to become chair of the powerful House Ways and Means Committee.
Texperts: Food Trucks
In this episode, University of Houston political science professor and “Party Politics” co-host, Brandon Rottinghaus, explores a new Texas law that creates a single statewide health permit for food trucks....
How Trump made more than $1 billion on crypto when most of his coin's investors lost money
Even as $TRUMP memecoin investors lost money, Trump reaped the rewards.
Houston just finished hosting its final World Cup match. Here’s what happens next
In the coming days, FIFA will tear down and move out of NRG Stadium. Houston’s World Cup host committee is now shifting its focus almost entirely to its FIFA Fan Festival, which runs through the end of the tournament July 19....
Prosecutors argue the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk should stand trial
A key hearing kicks off Monday in Charlie Kirk's murder case in Utah, where prosecutors aim to convince a judge they have enough evidence to try the man accused of killing him and seek the death penalty....
UEFA says decision by FIFA to let U.S. forward play at World Cup is 'incomprehensible'
UEFA said in a statement FIFA “crossed a red line” with its decision not to enforce United States forward Folarin Balogun’s mandatory one-game ban
Trump to meet with Ukraine's Zelenskyy and Syria's al-Sharaa during the NATO summit
The discussions will come as Kyiv tries to refocus Trump's attention on the conflict with Moscow and as Trump has publicly mused about Syria's role in the Middle East....
Noncitizen veterans, active service members caught in Trump’s immigration crackdown
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) historically has treated military service as a mitigating factor in any enforcement actions. Under the Trump administration, that appears no longer to be the case, according to veterans' advocates....
Houston pet peeves (July 6, 2026)
On Monday's show: We offer listeners a chance to vent their pet peeves about life in our city. And we reflect on how Houston did as a FIFA World Cup host city....
Man completes journey to all 14 presidential museums at Obama Presidential Center in Chicago
A traveler who spent nearly a decade visiting every presidential museum in the United States completed his journey at the Obama Presidential Center, achieving a goal he set as part of a broader effort to explore the country's history ahead of America's 250th birthday....
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3386: Fourth Dimension
Episode: 3386 In which the search for visualizing four dimensions leads, ultimately, to mathematics. Today, the missing dimensions.
74-year-old woman, 2-year-old child die after drowning at Harris County pond
A 74-year-old woman died and a 2-year-old child was hospitalized after they were pulled from a neighborhood pond in northeast Harris County, authorities said....
One person deceased after possible drowning in north Harris County
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the Spring neighborhood along Spring Lakes Haven just before 6 p.m Sunday.Deputies were responding to reports of a drowning.An adult and child were rushed to the hospital where the adult was pronounced dead.KPRC 2 has a crew he...
1 dead after drowning involving adult and child in Spring, HCSO says
A person has died, and another is hospitalized after deputies responded to a drowning in Spring Lakes Haven, HCSO said. A child and an adult were involved, but deputies did not say who died....
Tearful Neymar retires from Brazil after World Cup exit to Norway: 'Now it's over'
Neymar said he is retiring from playing for Brazil after his team's World Cup exit at the hands of Norway in the round of 16 on Sunday.
Walker and Paredes hit HRs, 4 pitchers combine for shutout as Astros beat Rays 2-0
Christian Walker and Isaac Paredes hit solo home runs, and four pitchers combined on a four-hit shutout, and the Houston Astros beat the Tampa Bay Rays 2-0....
Former Texas Congressman Bill Archer passes away at 98
Former U.S. Rep. Bill Archer, a staunch conservative who represented the Houston area in Congress for three decades and chaired the powerful House Ways and Means Committee, has died. He was 98....
Seaplane carrying 10 people makes hard landing in East River
The FDNY says the plane was carrying 10 civilians. It says the plane is "upright in the water and being towed back to dock." No injuries have been reported....
Folarin Balogun's 1-game ban suspended by FIFA, allowing US forward to play vs. Belgium
Folarin Balogun's one-game ban was suspended by FIFA on Sunday, allowing the forward to play in the United States' World Cup round of 16 game against Belgium on Tuesday....
Calls for revenge as senior Iranian officials appear in public for supreme leader's funeral
Crowds of hundreds of thousands chanted "Death to America" and "Death to Israel," as they called for revenge over the Feb. 28 attack.
1 hospitalized, 1 detained after shooting in west Houston apartment complex, HPD says
Investigators said one person was taken to the hospital after being shot at an apartment complex in west Houston, while another person has been detained....
Harris County Precinct 4 deputies help you beat the heat with a sweet treat at annual watermelon giveaway
If your summer survival plan includes staying cool and snacking on something sweet, put this on your calendar: the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office is hosting their annual free watermelon giveaway on Tuesday, July 14, starting at 10 a.m.The event will take place at Atk...
Child hospitalized in serious condition after near-drowning in Humble, HCSO says
A child was hospitalized in serious condition after a near-drowning in Humble, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said deputies responded to the 15808 block of Crystal Terrace Drive, where the child — believed to be about 8 years old — was rescued...
Two hurt, including child, after shooting in northwest Harris County neighborhood
Deputies with Harris County Constable Precinct 4 responded to reports of a shooting in the 1500 block of Ridgebriar Drive, where authorities said two people were injured, including an 8-year-old child. Officials reported the victims’ injuries were not life-threatening.Investigato...
Youth interest, access to soccer is increasing in Houston amid the World Cup
Houston’s World Cup host committee and other officials collaborated ahead of the tournament to increase access to the sport for kids across Houston, particularly in underserved areas....
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1598: Surface Tension
Episode: 1598 Surface Tension: a tiny force, but omnipresent. Today, we look at the edge of a water droplet.
Child drowns in northwest Harris County
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the apartments on Wortham Boulevard just after 7 p.m. They performed CPR at the scene.The child was transported to a hospital and was pronounced deceased.Homicide detectives are responding to the scene near the Northwest Freewa...
Houston weather: More hot, humid conditions to continue for Sunday
The hot and humid conditions will remain across the area for your Sunday.
Abbott marks 1 year since deadly Texas floods with Kerrville speech
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott spoke in Kerrville on Saturday to mark a year since the deadly Hill Country flooding.
Houston Christian University President Robert Sloan Jr dies at 77
Dr. Sloan was approaching his 20-year mark as HCU president before his sudden passing.
Looking at the history of the First Americans as the country celebrates its 250th birthday
As America celebrates its 250th birthday, members of the country's Indigenous communities explain what the holiday means for them.
Beyoncé drops surprise new song on July Fourth
The superstar singer dropped a single titled "Morning Dew (Donk)," her first music since the 2024 album "Act II: Cowboy Carter."
Court says Satanism evidence was allowed in Texas death penalty case
A federal appeals court upheld a Texas death row inmate's sentence, finding that state courts did not unreasonably allow evidence of his affiliation with Satanism because it was relevant to “future dangerousness.”...
Canada, Morocco fans pour into Houston for the city’s final World Cup match
Fans in the red jerseys of both teams packed NRG Stadium for Houston’s round-of-16 match. They were welcomed with a heat advisory.
After the Storm: Family's heartbreak still fresh one year after Texas Hill Country floods
July 4 marks one year since the devastating Hill Country floods that killed at least 138 people, including 119 in Kerr County. For one Kerrville family, the grief of losing a son and brother still feels as raw as the day it happened.After the Storm: The flood that changed the Hil...
Hot dog eating champs seek to repeat in Nathan's Famous contest
The Nathan's Famous hot dog eating contest marks the United States' 250th birthday with chomp and circumstance on Saturday.
Galveston, Surfside Beach gear up for Fourth of July weekend safety
With Fourth of July weekend underway, beach communities along the Texas Gulf Coast are ramping up safety measures to protect holiday visitors.Galveston deploys 30 lifeguardsOn Galveston Island, the Galveston Island Beach Patrol will have 30 lifeguards stationed along the beach. O...
Live blog: Morocco, Canada to face off for Houston's last World Cup match
Canada and Morocco are facing off for a Fourth of July match at Houston Stadium for the city's final FIFA World Cup 2026 game.
Houston weather: Hot and steamy for Fourth of July, heat advisory in place for Harris Co.
Highs soar to the mid to upper 90s with heat index values between 106 and 110. There is a Heat Advisory in Harris County today.
Red, White and Woof: A Fourth of July celebration at Texas Children’s Hospital
Texas Children’s Hospital brought the Fourth of July spirit in full color with a celebration that mixed creativity, family fun, and a few picture-perfect moments. Patients and their loved ones jumped into the holiday with plenty of festive touches—think flags, playful props, and ...
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1597: Ottoman Telegraph
Episode: 1597 The Ottoman Empire telegraph, linking Europe and Asia. Today, the telegraph connects Europe and Asia.
Disneyland Resort welcomes its 1 billionth guest
Nearly 71 years after Walt Disney opened Disneyland Resort in Southern California, the Happiest Place on Earth has welcomed its 1 billionth guest!
1 hospitalized after METRORail collides with HFD engine in Near Northside, officials say
As HFD's Engine 9 was responding to a call with lights and sirens, it was hit by the light rail train, HFD officials said.
Messi and Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time thriller, advancing to World Cup Round of 16
Lionel Messi and Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 on Friday and advanced to the World Cup Round of 16 in a thrilling match in which the tiny island nation challenged the reigning champion until the final minutes of extra time....
CCA Texas STAR fishing tournament going strong with still plenty to win
The CCA Texas STAR fishing tournament is five weeks in, with plenty of time and life-changing fish left to be reeled in.
$3.7M worth of cocaine seized from cucumber truck at Texas border, according to CBP
CBP officers in South Texas seized over $3.7 million worth of cocaine hidden inside a commercial shipment of cucumbers, triggering a federal criminal investigation....
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