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Massive fire at Galveston seafood warehouse
Firefighters battled a large fire at a seafood warehouse in Galveston on Wednesday night.
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2026's must-have backpacks for kids, teens, and college students
Level up back-to-school style with these 2026 backpack picks.
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Ken Paxton touts economic plan, bashes Senate race rival James Talarico at Houston rally
Paxton, the Republican attorney general, spoke at the White Oak Music Hall on Wednesday evening. Talarico, a Democratic state representative, will make his own campaign swing through the Houston area this weekend....
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Testing is underway in Houston on vaccines to intercept brewing colon cancer before it takes root
A Houston doctor who's helping to test a new vaccine is among an estimated 1 million Americans who have Lynch syndrome, a faulty gene passed from a parent that puts them at extremely high risk of colorectal cancer and more vulnerable to certain other cancers....
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Hitchcock water main break disrupts service along Highway 6
Residents along a stretch of Highway 6 in Hitchcock are without water service after an emergency water main break was reported near Good Ol’ Days restaurant. Large fire destroys Galveston seafood warehouse; 2 hospitalized, dog rescued The City of Hitchcock’s Public Works Departme...
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3-year-old girl dies after getting head stuck in kitchen playset, police say
The incident occurred while the toddler and her sibling were at a babysitter's house on July 23, according to police.
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UNO is bringing game night to Dan Electro’s in the Heights — and it’s free
Houston, consider this your official permission slip to relive the best kind of argument: who forgot to say “UNO”? Mattel is bringing its UNO Social Club pop‑up to Dan Electro’s in the Houston Heights on Thursday, Aug. 6, with a planned 6–9 p.m. run time. The company describes th...
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Pope Leo XIV meets with Oscar-winning actor Matthew McConaughey
Pope Leo XIV met Oscar-winning actor Matthew McConaughey in St. Peter's Basilica.
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Fresh jalapeños recalled due to salmonella outbreak in 27 states, including Texas
Salmonella infection can range from a mild stomach bug to a severe, even life-threatening illness.
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3 people charged with threatening judge, witness and officials tied to Nolan Wells investigation
Three people have been charged with threatening a judge, a witness and local officials connected to the investigation into the death of Nolan Wells.
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Judge tosses Alex Murdaugh's lawsuit against former Colleton County clerk Becky Hill in double murder trial
A federal judge threw out Alex Murdaugh's civil lawsuit against a former clerk whose jury interference led to his double murder conviction being overturned...
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Annelise Camp, 2-year-old Houston girl, passes away after Memorial Day drowning incident
Two-year-old Annelise Camp has passed away more than two months after a drowning incident in Houston, her family says.
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Judge rules Daniel Wong may remain as appointed Fort Bend County judge
Daniel Wong will remain Fort Bend County’s appointed judge after a judge ruled Wednesday that he can continue serving. Wong was appointed earlier this year after then-Fort Bend County Judge K.P. George was suspended from office following his felony conviction. George, who was ori...
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AI in the classroom (Aug. 6, 2026)
On Thursday's show: AI is finding its way into the classroom more and more. We discuss what that looks like and how educators hope to handle it responsibly....
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Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce expands to 15 states
There are now 15 states with cyclosporiasis cases linked to now-recalled iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms, according to the FDA
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Former Harris County sheriff’s deputy charged with sexually assaulting 13-year-old
A former Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy is facing multiple felony charges after investigators accused him of sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl he allegedly met through a dating app. According to court records, Nicholas Burbridge was charged with aggravated sexual assa...
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Federal officials investigating Marine One safety incident while President Trump on board
Aviation officials and the NTSB are reviewing an air traffic safety incident involving the Marine One presidential helicopter that occurred this week
safety
Baytown man shot while grilling in park; search for suspects underway
A Baytown man was shot and airlifted to a hospital Tuesday night after an argument at a local park escalated into gunfire, according to radio transmissions. The shooting happened at 10 p.m. at 1502 Nolan Road. The victim, described by a neighbor as a man in his late 60s, was barb...
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FDA approves Moderna's mRNA seasonal flu vaccine
The vaccine, mFLUSIVA, is expected to be available for people 50 and older for the 2026-2027 respiratory illness season.
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'Camp Rock 3' star Malachi Barton reveals words of wisdom from the Jonas Brothers at Variety event
Disney star Malachi Barton is booked and busy! He shares how he's balancing his packed schedule and embracing his rise to fame as Variety's newest Rising Star Award recipient....
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2627: The Bohr-Einstein Debates
Episode: 2627 Clash of the Titans: The Bohr-Einstein Debates. Today, a clash of titans.
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Crews battle huge flames that broke out in Galveston
A fire fight was underway Wednesday night after a large fire broke out on the east end of Galveston Island.
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Supporters of Houston’s Garden Oaks Theater race to save historical building from demolition
For generations the Garden Oaks Theater in The Heights has been part of Houston’s story. Now that it’s days from potential demolishment, supporters are racing to save one of the city’s last remaining neighborhood movie houses. KPRC 2’s Keith Garvin got a look inside to see why Ho...
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Large fire destroys Galveston seafood warehouse, firefighter sent to hospital, dog rescued
A large fire destroyed a seafood distribution warehouse along Galveston’s waterfront Wednesday night, sending towering flames and thick black smoke into the sky that could be seen for miles. The fire broke out around 8:40 p.m. at Texas Gulf Seafood on Pier 7, prompting a large re...
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Convicted arsonist linked to 5 rooftop fires in Upper Kirby, investigators say
A man once convicted of arson is accused of going to great heights to live out his penchant for pyromania.
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New video shows Houston police officers open fire during Highland Village stolen-car standoff
New video shows the moments Houston police officers opened fire during a standoff with a stolen-car suspect in the Highland Village area last month.
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Texas Game Wardens investigate illegal killing of nearly 12-foot alligator in Liberty County
Texas Game Wardens are investigating the illegal killing of a nearly 12-foot alligator in northwest Liberty County. A family said they found the gator floating along the East Fork of the San Jacinto River in July after it was shot in the head....
business
Customers dispute Aqua Texas investigations into high water bills
Two more FOX 26 viewers reached out about their water bills being in the thousands under the same company.
business
Video game giant Electronic Arts closes $55 billion go-private sale of its business
Video game giant Electronic Arts announced Tuesday that it closed the $55 billion sale of its business to Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund PIF, investment firm Silver Lake Partners and Affinity Partners, which is run by U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner....
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How Dwayne Johnson pitched 'Moana' live-action companion album
Dwayne Johnson and wife Lauren Hashian make waves as executive producers on "Moana: Voices Across the Ocean," a companion album for the live-action "Moana!"🌊...
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Man arrested near Trump LA golf course identified as Marine veteran
A man who was arrested near President Donald Trump's Los Angeles-area golf course was a U.S. Marine who was deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan.
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How hot summer days can lead to flight delays
A recent report from the Associated Press finds that rising temperatures on these hot summer days can lead to flight delays too.
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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....
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Tomball residents see major flooding after 30 minutes of heavy rain, part of decades-long issue
In a neighborhood in Tomball, residents told ABC13 that after just 30 minutes to an hour of rain, their cul-de-sac becomes completely flooded.
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Former Pct. 7 sergeant not indicted after being accused of beating her adopted children with belt
A grand jury has declined to indict a former Harris County Precinct 7 sergeant accused of beating her adopted children with a belt.
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Liberty County inmate arrested in Washington nearly 3 weeks after Kingwood escape
Authorities say they sent information about Yorlan Reyes to US Marshals, who then arrested him in Mukilteo.
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Missouri State football commit charged in Houston attempted armored truck robbery
Two teenagers and a 20-year-old woman have been charged in an attempted armored truck robbery on Bellaire Boulevard on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Houston Police Department. Ayden Bazy, 17, and Danaya Pope, 20, are both facing felony charges in connection with the robbery...
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Cleveland man charged with animal cruelty, cell phone video shows alleged abuse
Liberty County Deputies were dispatched to County Road 3558 Friday morning, July 24th following a report of a man kicking a dog on a leash. Investigators say a witness gave them video showing Jenaro Jimenez repeatedly kicking the dog, named “Hulk.” The video also showed Jimenez p...
schools
Harris County officials warn families as e-bike, e-scooter injuries surge
Officials say the devices are becoming increasingly popular among elementary and middle school students, but many families may not fully understand how fast they can travel or the injuries they can cause....
schools
Campus officials report mold inside Westwood Elementary, delaying 2026 school start: Friendswood ISD
According to the school, the campus underwent testing after visible surface mold was spotted during the summer. The new start date has yet to be announced....
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Liberty Co. inmate who escaped custody last month apprehended in Seattle, Washington, deputies say
A Liberty County inmate who escaped custody in Kingwood last month was apprehended in Seattle, Washington, according to the Liberty County Sheriff's Office....
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Escaped Liberty County inmate captured in Seattle after nearly three weeks on the run
An inmate who escaped from a Houston-area hospital nearly three weeks ago has been captured in Seattle, Washington — and investigators say he was sending threatening messages to women in Texas, including messages involving their juvenile daughters, while on the run. Yorlan Rafael...
schools
Mold in Friendswood ISD school postpones school year
Westwood Elementary remains closed as Friendswood ISD addresses mold found around the campus over the summer.
government
Texas county accused of changing voting maps after primary elections
Voting rights groups say Galveston County plans to use new precinct maps in November after holding March primaries under older boundaries.
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DOJ: Kingwood clinic owner sentenced for selling 3 million opioids to 'drug dealers'
Officials say the owner of a Kingwood clinic sold prescriptions for opioids to drug dealers who posed as “providers." The charges were tied to a nationwide crackdown that led to over 300 being charged for alleged healthcare fraud....
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Rice expands free tuition for families earning up to $200K. Here’s how experts say Texans can save on college costs.
As the cost of higher education continues to climb, many Texas families are asking the same question: How can we afford college? Rice University is hoping to ease some of that burden. Beginning with students entering in Fall 2027, the university will expand its Rice Investment fi...
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Best back-to-school deals on laptops, dorm decor and more
Shop the best back-to-school deals with school supplies and more starting at just $1.99.
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Hitchcock drops amusement permits months after deputies conduct illegal gambling raids
Months after he was arrested following illegal gambling raids, Hitchcock's mayor shared documents showing amusement permits will no longer be given.
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Scientists are certain a wayward SpaceX rocket slammed into the moon as predicted
A SpaceX rocket that launched a pair of lunar landers slammed into the moon as predicted on Wednesday after drifting off course for the past year, scientists reported....
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It’s a tax-free weekend for school supplies in Texas. Houston lawmakers want to expand the annual initiative
On Friday through Sunday, some types of clothing, backpacks and other school supplies priced at $100 or less qualify for a sales tax exemption.
government
NJ water utilities hit by cyberattacks with suspected link to Iran
Two municipal water systems in New Jersey were targeted in cyberattacks widely thought to be the work of Iran, the state said Wednesday.
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Harris Co. sues Children's Museum of Houston after county employee injured in 'gravity chair'
Harris County is suing the Children's Museum of Houston over an allegation that a county employee broke his neck while on an attraction at the museum, according to a lawsuit....
safety
New Mexico attorney general sues DOJ over Epstein files he says are needed for state probe
The New Mexico AG has sued the DOJ to force the release of unredacted Epstein files he says are necessary to investigate Jeffrey Epstein's alleged crimes in his state....
government
Rice University will expand its free tuition program to students whose families earn up to $200K per year
Starting in the fall of 2027, the private university in Houston also will offer free mandatory fees and room and board for students whose families earn less than $100,000 annually....
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19-year-old fatally shot in front of little brother; 3 wanted
The siblings were reportedly being robbed by three people who shot at them as they tried to escape.
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19-year-old dead after shooting during robbery in Houston's southside, HPD says
A 19-year-old is dead after being shot in his vehicle during a robbery in Houston's southside, according to the Houston Police Department.
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Can we chaat? This hot dog blends chef's Pakistani heritage with Chicago upbringing
Chef Pervaiz Shallwani, who is an award-winning journalist, recently got his first brick-and-mortar location inside Time Out Market in Brooklyn.
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Texas investigates American Academy of Pediatrics over childhood vaccine recommendations
The Texas Attorney General’s Office said Wednesday it has opened an investigation into the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) over the group’s promotion of childhood vaccines....
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$1.1M in cocaine seized at Texas border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $1 million in illegal drugs over the course of two separate incidents at the U.S.-Mexico border....
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Nanny says Lindsay Clancy appeared to be a loving mother before killing her 3 children
The second week of testimony in the trial of Lindsay Clancy has resumed with a focus on her mental state when she killed her three children in 2023.
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