Trump threatens 100% tax if European countries impose digital services tax
President Donald Trump on Friday threatened a 100% tax on imports from any country that imposes a tax on digital services from United States companies....
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4 Houston-area residents face federal charges, accused of flying drones in FIFA World Cup no-drone zone
Four residents of the Houston area are facing federal charges, accused of flying drones within the boundaries of the Temporary Flight Restriction zone established near the FIFA World Cup Fan Zone, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said.John Alexander Meza, 26, La Porte; Jordan Lee Zale,...
Confirmed case of West Nile Virus reported in Montgomery County
The Montgomery County Public Health Department has confirmed its first case of West Nile Virus in a Montgomery County resident.
Houston SPCA calls for help, looking for foster homes for over 100 orphaned kittens
The Houston SPCA issued an urgent call because over 100 orphaned kittens who graduated from its Neonatal Kitten Nursery are in need of foster homes.
Montgomery County reports first case of West Nile Virus in 2026
The Montgomery County Public Health Department says it has received confirmation from the Texas Department of State Health Services of the first case of West Nile Virus in a resident of the county for 2026.The resident diagnosed with the virus is a woman in her 50s and lives in t...
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (June 26, 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.
US strikes Iran over Strait of Hormuz attack: CENTCOM
The strikes were announced shortly after President Donald Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that "you're going to find out" if the U.S. will respond....
July 4th weather: Wonderful or a washout for America’s 250th birthday?
Forecast conditions for America’s 250th birthday could be great in some places and soggy in others. Showers and storms are on my radar for the Upper Midwest into the Great Lakes this Fourth of July weekend. Late Morning and Sunset Hour: Along the Gulf Coast, the East Coast and mu...
Hello Houston (June 26, 2026)
Today: We receive an update on the spread of the New World screwworm, learn about the new podcast series “After the Flood,” break down recent Supreme Court decisions with former U.S. District Judge Vanessa Gilmore, and more....
Sex assault suspect sentenced to 25 years on burglary charge, court documents show
According to court documents, the suspect was sentenced to 25 years on one count of burglary with intent to commit another felony, with two attempted sexual assault charges dismissed as part of a plea deal....
Harris County immigrant legal services program paused as court battle continues
The Texas Supreme Court has temporarily blocked Harris County officials from financially supporting nonprofits that assist immigrants in deportation cases. The state is trying to permanently bar such programs....
Disney announces new animated short 'Lilo & Scratch' to debut in theaters this November
Happy 626 Day! Disney Animation has announced an all-new short, "Lilo & Scratch," debuting in theaters this November with Disney's upcoming animated feature, Hexed." Stitch may have finally met his match when Lilo brings home a mischievous new cat!...
Gracie the Giraffe, who was on the loose in West Texas, found safe, authorities say
Gracie the wandering giraffe was found on Friday afternoon after escaping her owner's ranch in West Texas, authorities said. Recovery efforts to return her home are reportedly underway....
Several strong earthquakes strike globally in 1 day. How are they connected?
The Mendocino County quake struck within hours of several major earthquakes worldwide -- including activity in Japan, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea and Venezuela -- raising questions about whether the events are connected. We spoke with a seismic expert to get some answers....
Stephen Wilson Jr. releases powerful version of his song "Gary," from his performance at CMA Fest
It was one of the most talked about performances of the night. Now, Stephen Wilson Jr.'s live version of "Gary" from "CMA Fest" has been released as a single....
Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement with US in 'first step' toward peace, Rubio says
The framework agreement was described as a first step toward peace following months of conflict between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah....
The Saharan dust that’s headed to Houston is expected to cause hazy skies and reduced air quality
The National Weather Service warns the dust, expected to reach the Houston area late Sunday or early Monday, could cause allergies and potentially be unhealthy for those with underlying health conditions....
West Houston: Woman fatally struck by coworker with box truck
A suspect is in custody following a deadly incident in West Houston on Thursday afternoon, officials said.
Get in on the Toy Story 5 celebration with new toys and gear your family will love
Toy Story 5 is here and so are the coolest new toys and gear! Discover our favorite picks and bring the adventure home.
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold accused of orchestrating kidnapping and robbery
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold faces multiple felony charges for allegedly orchestrating a kidnapping in Florida.
Missing giraffe Gracie found safe in Texas Hill Country after nearly two weeks on the loose
Gracie was found safe Friday morning near Leakey after escaping from Cedar Hollow Ranch earlier this month.
Texas on track to be hit by big batch of Saharan dust
A massive plume of dust from the Sahara Desert in Africa is bound for Texas.
Billionaire Leon Black defends $158M paid to Epstein: 'I knew Jekyll. I didn't know Hyde'
Billionaire investor Leon Black said Friday that Jeffrey Epstein deceived him during a yearslong relationship in which he paid the disgraced financier $158 million....
Live updates: Cabo Verde vs Saudi Arabia World Cup match in Houston
Cabo Verde and Saudi Arabia kick off in their final group stage match at Houston Stadium starting at 7 p.m. CT. Both teams are hoping to stay alive and advance to the Round of 32....
Austin competing with Houston for an NHL team: 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.
Disney's new supernatural series 'The Doomies' draws from real French folklore
Disney goes supernatural in its latest series "The Doomies"! Watch the animated series now on Disney+.
Giraffe that escaped Texas ranch spotted by helicopter, manager says
A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch.
Best last-chance deals for Amazon Prime Days 2026 on this final day of sales
Today is the last day of Prime Day sales, grab these deals now before they expire.
12-year-old calls 911 after mom, man found dead in apparent murder-suicide in Tomball, HCSO says
According to HCSO, the woman and the man had a history of violence between each other.
King Charles III will not live at Buckingham Palace after completion of costly refurbishment
King Charles III will not live at Buckingham Palace after the completion of a 10-year, 369 million-pound ($487 million) refurbishment program
Ex-national security adviser John Bolton pleads guilty to illegally retaining classified information
Former Trump administration national security adviser John Bolton pleaded guilty on Friday to illegally retaining classified information, sealing a deal with federal prosecutors that could allow him to avoid a prison term....
S&P Global improves outlook on city of Houston’s finances
The credit ratings agency had lowered its outlook in 2024.
Hundreds of data centers are coming to Texas. Here’s what you need to know
Texas is experiencing an AI-driven data center boom with at least 248 projects planned statewide. Here’s what to know about the industry’s rapid growth and the debate over its impact....
‘We are with you, Venezuela’: Houston community rallies after deadly earthquakes
Venezuelans living in the U.S organize donation drives in response to the devastating earthquakes.
Death toll in Venezuela earthquakes rises to 589 with almost 3,000 injured
In cities across northern Venezuela, neighbors helped each other dig through rubble to search for loved ones, after back-to-back earthquakes killed at least 589 people and left thousands injured....
Turkey beats US 3-2 with last-gasp goal as Americans look ahead to World Cup knockout stage
Kaan Ayhan scored on the final kick of the match, and Turkey beat the United States 3-2 Thursday night for its only win of the World Cup.
12-year-old girl finds mother dead in apparent Tomball murder-suicide
Harris County Sheriff's Office officials are investigating a possible murder-suicide after finding a woman and man dead inside a home in Tomball.
GLP-1 weight loss drugs may be misused by patients with eating disorders: Study
Researchers found that 32% of patients with eating disorders report having used a weight loss injection at least once.
12-year-old girl finds mother, stepfather dead in apparent murder-suicide at NW Harris County home
A 12-year-old girl called 911 after finding her mother unresponsive inside a northwest Harris County home late Thursday night, where deputies say they later discovered both her mother and stepfather dead in what investigators believe was an apparent murder-suicide.The incident ha...
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1593: LST-325
Episode: 1593 The LST-325: Thirty old men and an old ship become young again. Today, the LST-325.
Wells Fargo reverses decision, refunds customer after $1,000 vanishes in suspected computer scam
FOX 26 has been doing stories on scams targeting Wells Fargo customers for more than a year. This one is different as there were no calls or texts, just a computer....
Dwayne Johnson reveals two reasons why it was an honor to bring Maui to live-action 'Moana'
Dwayne Johnson shares two reasons why it was an honor to play Maui again in live-action "Moana." Plus, Catherine Laga'aia on mirroring Moana's story in her real life!...
Houston airline crews are gearing up for a busy travel weekend ahead of Fourth of July
Of the 6 million travelers, they're expecting approximately 550,000 travelers per day and more than 500 flights per day out of Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport....
Venezuelan community in Houston collecting donations for earthquake victims
The pair of earthquakes that struck Caracas, Venezuela, on Wednesday night caused widespread damage across several states, leaving many people injured and homeless after buildings collapsed and residents fled into the streets.MORE INFO: Things to know about the Venezuela earthqua...
Galveston Co. officials seize more than $700k from Hitchcock amid game room investigation
The Galveston County Sheriff's Office seized more than $700,000 from the City of Hitchcock earlier this week amid an investigation into illegal game rooms in the city....
Emmy Rossum is on the hunt for a female serial killer in Hulu's 'Furious'
"Female killers... kill for power control." Get your first look at Emmy Rossum's new series, "Furious." The first three episodes stream July 27 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+....
Venezuelans across Houston area come together to gather donations after deadly earthquakes
People across the Houston area are coming together to collect donations to help Venezuelans after back-to-back earthquakes rocked the country. Visit ABC13.com to find out how you can help....
Luigi Mangione's defense team discussed plea deal in federal case: ABC News sources
The sources told ABC News it was not clear how close the two sides came to an agreement before the negotiations stopped.
UN agency pauses evacuation of ships through the Strait of Hormuz after attack on vessel
A United Nations agency paused the evacuation of ships through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after the British military said a vessel was hit by a projectile....
More than $721K seized from city of Hitchcock’s general fund as part of illegal gambling probe
The seizure by the Galveston County Sheriff's Office comes a few months after officials alleged that city money was tied to illegal gambling in Hitchcock. The money seized Wednesday makes up about 9% of the city’s annual revenue....
Underdog Cape Verde soccer team will make their final bid in Houston to advance in World Cup
Cape Verde began the 2026 FIFA World Cup ranked 67th in the world. Then it held off the number two team from scoring against them.
Supreme Court ruling blocks thousands of lawsuits against maker of Roundup weedkiller
The Supreme Court sided with the maker of Roundup weedkiller Thursday in a ruling expected to block thousands of lawsuits alleging it failed to warn people the product could cause cancer....
Supreme Court undermines TPS program, putting 147,000 immigrants in Texas at risk of deportation
The decision focused specifically on Haitian and Syrian immigrants, but legal experts say it could apply to as many as 1.3 million immigrants in the U.S. on TPS, including those in Texas....
Apple increases prices for Macs and iPads, blaming a shortage of memory chips
Apple announced an increase in prices for Macs and iPads, citing a memory chip shortage brought on by the artificial intelligence boom.
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (June 25, 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.
Former county engineer appointed as new Harris County Flood Control District Director
Marcus Stuckett was appointed as the new director after the previous director abruptly resigned earlier this month amid questions about leadership.
'Lucky Strike' reunites Scott Eastwood, Rod Davis Lurie for WWII film
Inspired by true events, the new film "Lucky Strike" takes audiences back to World War II and honors veterans like 107-year-old Colonel Herb Stern.
Hello Houston (June 25, 2026)
Today: We share advice on how to stay safe during the summer, learn about the independent coming-of-age film “Sugar Beach,” and talk with area relationship expert Dr. Viviana Coles. Plus, we share our latest Current Obsessions....
Clear Lake Shores man convicted after child pornography found on laptops
A federal jury convicted Michael Harkless after a two-day trial in Galveston after child pornography images were found on devices in his closet.
IRS did better than expected in tax season after slashing staff, except on the phone, watchdog says
The IRS did better than expected getting refunds out to taxpayers during the 2026 tax season despite massive cuts to its workforce.
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