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Powerball jackpot climbs to $905M after Texas ticket wins $2M

The jackpot is now $905 million, making it the eighth-largest jackpot in Powerball history. The next Powerball drawing is on Monday.

Iran says the strait won't open until the US 'corrects' its behavior

Iran has issued dramatic new demands around the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1614: Advice for Living, 1836

Episode: 1614 Advice on how live our lives from 1836. Today, we learn how to live our lives — in 1836.

Man in his 20s killed, mother injured after shooting in northeast Houston, HPD says

A gathering for mourners after a funeral ended in tragedy after a man was killed and his mother was injured in a shooting, HPD confirms. The gunman is at large....

Hunter Biden says his father's prostate cancer is causing him pain even as he continues to speak out

Former U.S. President Joe Biden's prostate cancer has spread to other parts of his body and is causing him pain, his son Hunter said in an interview.

This Week in Texas: Attorney General's race, new TSU poll, mail-in ballots

This Week in Texas, we look at the close races for Governor and Senate, talk to both candidates for attorney general, and discuss the fight over mail-in ballots....

Intern-Produced Newscast streaming on KPRC 2+

Support our interns by streaming their self-produced newscast this Sunday, August 9, at 1:20 p.m. on KPRC 2+! Interns Ava Popovits and Zion Webb will be anchoring the newscast with their own content. Ava has accumulated over 245,000 views on her community reporter Instagram ( @av...

League City man accused of fatally stabbing mother, critically injuring father

The suspect's father called 911 reporting that he and wife had been stabbed Friday night.

ICE says it expects to equip every field officer with body cameras by the end of August

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said it expects every officer and agent in the field to be equipped with a body camera by the end of August.

League City Animal Care asks for help rescuing cat seen with red dye on fur

League City Animal Care is working to find a cat that has been spotted with red dye or paint on her fur. The team helping the cat says they are aware of the situation and are actively working to trap her and bring her into their care so she can receive the medical attention and s...

Cruz says Democrats want to cancel Christmas, Thanksgiving

Ted Cruz is reviving an old Republican Party talking point by accusing Democrats of trying to cancel Christmas and Thanksgiving in an interview with Fox News....

Man accused of causing life-threatening injuries to 2-year-old in Spring area appears in court

Gerardo Gonzalez is accused of causing severe injuries to a 2-year-old girl, and his bond was set at $1 million. According to court documents, the child is not expected to survive....

New Heritage Society exhibit spotlights Spanish Texas’ role in the American Revolution

A new exhibition at The Heritage Society is asking visitors to look at the American Revolution from a different direction — not from the familiar story of the thirteen colonies, but from the communities of Spanish Texas that helped shape the conflict. The traveling exhibition, “S...

Records: Spring man admits to critically injuring girlfriend's toddler

A couple approached law enforcement at a Spring gas station for help with an unresponsive two-year-old. An investigation determined the mother's boyfriend critically injured the toddler....

A new mural on Bellaire Boulevard is meant to feel like a seat at the table for everyone in Houston

A colorful new mural now anchors a busy stretch of Bellaire Boulevard in Southwest Houston, created through a three-week collaboration between six visiting artists from Taiwan and Houston street-art pioneer GONZO247. “I don’t think I could have asked for a better birthday gift th...

What to know about Trump's new attempt to limit birthright citizenship

The Trump administration is once again trying to limit who can become an American, with a pair of executive orders issued this week that attempt to place restrictions on birthright citizenship and on foreigners who give birth in the U.S....

Houston weather: Rain and storm chances linger this weekend

Deep Gulf moisture keeps scattered showers and thunderstorms in the forecast through the weekend and into Monday.

The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1613: Faraday and Magnetism

Episode: 1613 In which Michael Faraday helps us to parse the word, Genius. Today, we watch genius at work.

Who pays for wild hog damage? Woodlands-area resident caught in $3,500 dilemma

Suburban expansion along I-45 is driving feral hog sounders out of neighboring woods and directly into Montgomery County lawns, causing extensive damage even during broad daylight....

Some elected officials getting big raises as Harris County faces possible property tax hike

At a time when Harris County homeowners could soon be paying hundreds more in property taxes, elected officials are weighing a pay bump that could increase their salary by more than $100,000....

Houston quietly paused its blight cleanup program. People in Midtown are paying the price

A City of Houston program used to address neglected properties is currently paused, leaving some Midtown residents questioning what happens next as they continue reporting abandoned buildings they say have become safety concerns. A city email sent to Midtown resident Theresa Flor...

League City Animal Care seeking public's help for information on cat appeared to be painted red

League City Animal Services is asking the public for information to help safely capture a cat that appears to be painted or dyed red.

Residents of quiet Grimes County community express concern ahead of massive SpaceX facility plans

A $16.8 billion SpaceX factory is coming to Grimes County, and officials say it will employ more than 3,000 people. Residents who spoke to ABC13 say they're worried about the potential changes coming to their rural community....

Toddler fighting for her life after allegedly being struck multiple times by mom's boyfriend: HCSO

A 2-year-old girl is critically hurt in the hospital after allegedly sustaining life-threatening injuries at the hands of her mother's boyfriend, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office....

Only on 13: Man speaks with ABC13 after allegedly threatening Gov. Abbott's office over anime site

Court documents show that the threatening voicemail to Gov. Abbott's office was apparently about anime and the recent Texas law requiring age verification for certain websites....

Whataburger 76th anniversary deals: 76-cent items and BOGO burgers during August

Whataburger will celebrate its 76th anniversary in August with a month-long series of discounts and promotions.

Man in custody after road rage shooting near Houston’s Northwest Freeway

A heavy law enforcement response was reported Thursday evening near Cypress Mill Place Boulevard and the Northwest Freeway after deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office received reports of a road rage shooting. Deputies said the incident happened in the 27000 block of the No...

87-year-old Houston Astros usher retires from dream job

She started working as an usher in the Astrodome over three decades ago, and now Suzann Richardson is retiring at the age of 87.

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Galveston officials: 'Please do not feed the raccoons'

Officials say more reports have come in recently of people intentionally feeding raccoons, along with more reports of those feeders seeking medical treatment afterward....

Trees intentionally poisoned on Lake Tahoe beach, officials say

Authorities are investigating a series of intentional tree poisonings on a beach on Lake Tahoe.

Longtime Fort Bend County Judge Bob Hebert dies at age 84

Robert E. “Bob” Hebert first assumed office in 2003 and served for 15 years. He’s being remembered for his years of service, leadership and generosity to the Fort Bend County community....

Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (August 7, 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.

Lindsay Clancy trial spotlights psychiatric hospital stay before she killed her 3 children

Lindsay Clancy's murder trial zeroed on the nearly five days that the Massachusetts mother spent in a psychiatric hospital a few weeks before she killed her children....

Galveston officials urge visitors to stop feeding raccoons along Seawall after seven reported bites

Officials say the increase in people feeding raccoons has serious consequences as the mammals lose a natural fear of humans, making them more likely to scratch or bite. Seven raccoon bites have been reported in the past two weeks, according to city officials....

It’ll take a lot of change for one of the most iconic watering holes in Texas to reopen to swimming

Jacob's Well in Wimberley was flowing rapidly for a short time after July's heavy rainfall. Now, the waters are receding again.

Hello Houston (August 7, 2026)

Today: We learn how the Houston Forensic Science Center helps support criminal investigations, find out what Houstonians can expect from the Houston Reggae Summer Fest, and share a rundown of weekend events for "Last Minute Plans."...

Crosby ISD ends partnership with East Harris County nonprofit, Muslim humanitarian agency

The district’s statement also said that the council’s partner organization, Islamic Relief USA, would no longer be allowed to donate or volunteer at the event....

Man dies after collapsing inside Harris County processing center, officials say

A man in Harris County Jail custody died Wednesday after collapsing inside the Harris County Joint Processing Center, according to officials. Karlos Butler, 49, was pronounced dead at 4:11 p.m. Aug. 5, at St. Joseph Hospital, authorities said. Officials said Butler collapsed for ...

Customs agents at Bush Intercontinental Airport seize $3.7 million in counterfeit goods, including fake MLB, Nike, Louis Vuitton, Jaguar products, CBP says

Authorities said CBP's trade experts determined the items were inauthentic and seized them at IAH for bearing fake versions of registered trademarks.

Houston gun charge dropped against James Harden

A misdemeanor charge of unlawful carrying of a weapon was dismissed in Houston against James Harden.

Disney expands 'Descendants' universe with 'Hidden Heroes,' a movie focusing on the sidekicks

The "Descendants" universe is expanding! Here's everything we know about the newly greenlit Disney movie, "Hidden Heroes: A Descendants Story"

Appeals court blocks construction of White House ballroom

A federal appeals court has issued a ruling blocking the construction of President Donald Trump's $400 million White House ballroom, concluding that congressional approval is needed for the project....

New Texas polls show a tight Senate race between Talarico and Paxton

Two recent polls show Democrat James Talarico narrowly leading Republican Ken Paxton in the U.S. Senate race.

Plan to limit 'vertical drinking' decried by pub landlords and UK politicians

A proposal to limit "vertical drinking," a bureaucratic euphemism for having a pint while standing, has turned into a political headache for one local government council in London....

ICE will release body camera video only when seen in the agency's 'best interests,' policy says

ICE is moving to equip officers with body cameras in the next two months but the agency's policy gives it broad control over what footage will be made public by specifying any releases must be in its "best interests."...

Jobs report shows US unexpectedly lost jobs in July

The U.S. lost 23,000 jobs in July, government data showed.

Illinois teen dressed as a clown charged with murder

An Illinois teen has been charged with first-degree murder after allegedly committing a deadly stabbing attack while dressed in a clown outfit.

Nearly $4M in fake designer purses, sunglasses, other items intercepted in Houston

Federal authorities in Houston seized nearly $4 million in counterfeit goods that include fake MLB and Nike apparel, Louis Vuitton bags, Cartier sunglasses, and Jaguar Land Rover computer systems, officials say....

DOGE’s claim of $110B in savings was vastly inflated and riddled with errors: GAO

When Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency launched its effort to slash federal spending last year, it created a website to show how much money it was saving....

Suspect wanted for allegedly stealing ambulance at gas station on South Gessner Road on 4th of July weekend.

Suspect wanted after allegedly stealing an ambulance on the 4th of July in SW Houston, HPD says

Rice University says it's expanding its free tuition program

Rice University announced it's expanding its free tuition program, raising the cap for families earning up to $200,000 a year.

Released Nancy Guthrie ransom notes generated 'slight increase' in tips: Sheriff's department

The recent release of two credible ransom notes sent to Nancy Guthrie's family in the days after her abduction generated a "slight increase" in tips, authorities say...

Man charged with attempted murder in alleged lobster diving incident speaks out

A 51-year-old man who is accused of turning off the air supply of a teenage lobster diver is speaking out a day after he was charged with attempted second-degree murder....

53-year-old message in a bottle leads to bittersweet discovery

A 53-year-old message in a bottle found in New Jersey led to a bittersweet discovery and a meaningful reunion.

Democrats in Congress, able to visit ICE lockups in Texas, describe grim conditions

Immigration officials denied the allegations, but Reps. Joaquin Castro and Veronica Escobar said they've come across numerous problematic examples.

From screen to scream: 2026's hottest Disney Halloween costumes from this year's biggest films

Movie magic meets Halloween: Transform yourself with Disney's latest blockbuster costume collection.

Houston weather weekend forecast: Daily rain chances stick around

Deep Gulf moisture keeps scattered showers and thunderstorms in the forecast through the weekend. Rain will be hit-or-miss, with warm and humid conditions in between the storms....

What the city’s first credit rating upgrade in years could mean for Houstonians

The rating upgrade by Moody's comes almost exactly 10 years after it downgraded the city’s rating, citing low oil prices and high debt at the time.

Best Nordstrom Anniversary 2026 last-chance deals

The Nordstrom Anniversary sale 2026 is coming to an end, but you can still grab great deals.