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Proposed Medicare changes could have big impact on patient care
Changes could be coming to how the federal government funds Medicare, a program for Americans with disabilities and those aged 65 and older.
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2 Helps You: Fort Bend County Environmental Health files charges over neglected eyesore
A property that neighbors say has been an ongoing eyesore is now the subject of enforcement action by the county. The property, located at 10002 Town Brooke Lane, has drawn complaints over its condition. Neighbors say they have repeatedly tried to get the situation addressed, inc...
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25 years later, 9/11 survivor works to educate future generations, preserve memories from the attack
A central part of his mission is making sure people who did not experience the attacks understand what happened.
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“AI slop” in the classroom? HISD parent questions errors in children’s worksheets
Imagine sitting down to help your child with homework only to realize some of the information they are being asked to learn is not correct. A map contains misspelled or made-up locations. Characters’ names change within the same story. An illustration shows animals that do not lo...
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3 men arrested, more possibly involved in string of armed robberies: Fort Bend Co. Sheriff's Office
Three men are behind bars, and more could be wanted in connection with a multi-agency armed robbery investigation, Fort Bend County officials say.
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Only on 13: Houston man's thousands in silver coins stolen, HPD says suspect linked to other thefts
Houston police said the suspect stepped in, showed a delivery driver a fake ID, and walked away with a package meant for someone else.
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Republicans hope to flip history with midterm convention
This is the first GOP midterm convention and is an effort for Republicans to flip the script on history and hold or increase their leads in the House and Senate....
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Nicolas Cage's Malibu home damaged by sinkhole amid coastal erosion
The driveway of a coastal mansion in Malibu owned by actor Nicolas Cage has collapsed and opened a giant hole in front of the house.
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Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch resigns amid attacks from Trump administration
Amid attacks from the White House, Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch is stepping down from his position after seven years of leading the Smithsonian Institution....
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Willis shuts off Flock cameras until further notice amid residents’ concerns
The City of Willis has shut off its Flock camera system until further notice as city leaders prepare to review the technology and determine whether it should return. Mayor William Brown announced the decision Monday, Sept. 8, saying the matter will be brought before the Willis Ci...
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Flock cameras: City of Willis announces they've discontinued, shut off cameras
The City of Willis has announced they've discontinued use and shut off the Flock camera system as of September 8.
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Grand jury to review fatal shooting at Memorial Hermann hospital ER
A Harris County grand jury will decide whether a Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital security guard faces charges in the fatal shooting of a 31-year-old man inside the emergency room over the weekend. RELATED: Man shot by hospital security officer after pulling knife at Memor...
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Family questions courthouse ties ahead of civil trial involving Montgomery County commissioner
A Montgomery County mother says she fears political and professional relationships inside the county courthouse could prevent her family from receiving a fair trial in a lawsuit involving Precinct 4 Commissioner Matt Gray. The lawsuit stems from an October 2024 altercation involv...
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'Live with Kelly and Mark' and 'The View' kick off new seasons on ABC
"The View" is celebrating the landmark 30th season of the daytime talk show.
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Southwest flight from Washington D.C. to Hobby Airport diverted to Baltimore after bird strike
A Southwest Airlines flight from Reagan National Airport was diverted to Baltimore shortly after take-off due to a bird strike Tuesday. The company confirms Southwest Flight 1379 with scheduled service from Reagan Washington National to Houston Hobby safely diverted to Baltimore ...
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Recalling the US Secret Service's seen and unseen heroism on 9/11
Agents across the nation scrambled to prevent attacks on U.S. leadership in the wake of the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.
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Texas landowners can apply for program covering 75% of invasive plant removal costs
Texas landowners looking to remove invasive plants from their forests can now apply for financial assistance through a new cost-share program from the Texas A&M Forest Service. The Texas Invasive Plant Solutions, or TIPS, Cost-Share Program is now accepting applications. The prog...
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Suspect who fled from traffic stop near Magnolia captured
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says a felony suspect who fled from a traffic stop on Tuesday has been captured. The sheriff’s office said Dustin Walden, 29, had a felony warrant for criminal mischief. Deputies tried to pull him over to serve the warrant when they say he f...
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US strikes Iranian tankers after more attempted missile attacks on Navy warship
The U.S. on Tuesday struck multiple Iranian tankers in response to more attempted missile attacks on a Navy warship, according to a U.S. official.
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Montgomery County approves new $546M budget, includes county raises and property tax rate increase
In a 3-2 vote, Montgomery County commissioners approved a new $546 million budget on Tuesday for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
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LIVE RADAR: Isolated storms moving through Southeast Texas
Isolated showers and thunderstorms have developed across parts of Southeast Texas Tuesday afternoon. Track it all on our live radar: Check the latest weather alerts Check real-time traffic conditions Check the forecast Share your weather pictures and video Download the free Storm...
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Conference appeals Western Michigan result, asks NCAA, CFP to recognize Broncos as winner
The Mid-American Conference appealed the outcome of the Michigan-Western Michigan game on Tuesday and asked NCAA and College Football Playoff administrators to recognize the Broncos as the actual winner....
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How to watch the Republican midterm convention in Dallas
Republicans are gathering in Dallas this week for their first midterm convention.
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Three arrested in catalytic converter theft investigation in Conroe
Conroe police say three men were arrested after officers interrupted an alleged catalytic converter theft in progress. If happened Monday evening at the Montgomery Park apartments along I-45. Officers were first called to the Abbey Apartments for a suspicious person report. They ...
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (September 8, 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.
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297 DWI arrests reported across Harris County over Labor Day weekend
Houston-area law enforcement agencies reported nearly 300 arrests for suspected drunk driving over the Labor Day weekend as deputies and officers increased patrols across Harris County. In total, 297 motorists were charged with drunk-driving offenses during the three-day holiday ...
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Snow for Texas? What kind of winter the almanacs are predicting this year
While Texas swelters in late summer heat, the almanacs are already looking ahead to the colder times to come.
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Prince William, Princess Kate's son Prince George begins boarding school at Eton
George is following in his father Prince William and uncle Prince Harry's footsteps at Eton.
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New TSA program lets non-travelers meet loved ones at airport gates, but not yet in Houston
A new Transportation Security Administration program is allowing some people without airline tickets to pass through security and meet family members or friends at their gates. The free program, called Gateside by TSA PreCheck, is available to people eligible to use TSA PreCheck ...
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Burn ban in effect for Brazoria County due to hot, dry conditions
Brazoria County has issued a countywide burn ban due to “to persistent hot, dry conditions and the increasing threat of wildfires," officials said.
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All NB lanes reopen on Gulf Freeway at South Loop after hazmat spill, Houston TranStar reports
All northbound lanes on the Gulf Freeway at the South Loop have reopened after a hazmat spill, according to Houston TranStar.
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Conroe teen charged with five counts of child pornography, court documents say
An investigation determined that 18-year-old Isaiah Brown was identified as a suspect as part of an investigation by the Houston Area Internet Crimes Against Children....
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EPA to update Highlands residents on San Jacinto River Waste Pits cleanup
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will hold a public meeting Tuesday to update residents on the cleanup of the San Jacinto River Waste Pits Superfund site. The meeting is scheduled for 6 to 7:45 p.m. at the San Jacinto Community Center, 604 Highland Woods Drive, in Highlan...
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The 2026 midterm general election season is upon us. Here’s what to watch
The week of Labor Day marks the unofficial kickoff of the general election season. President Trump's unpopularity and Democratic enthusiasm means control of Congress is on the ballot....
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Hello Houston (September 8, 2026)
Today: We discuss a new report that finds renting a starter home is cheaper than buying, break down Meta’s landmark settlement over claims of social media addiction, and talk with pianist Timo Andres. Plus, we debut “Five Simple Questions.”...
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Man charged with intoxication manslaughter after deadly Houston crash
A 50-year-old man has been charged after a deadly crash in southeast Houston on Friday night.
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Texas Education Board approves controversial new social studies curriculum for public high schools addressing Islam
The Texas Education Board approved a controversial new social studies curriculum for public high schools addressing Islam.
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UH, Rice professors receive nearly $3M grant from Department of Energy to build better magnets with AI
The Trump Administration has emphasized a push to invest in rare Earth magnets domestically, rather than rely on foreign territories like China that mine such materials. Researchers at the University of Houston are using a federal grant to create a stronger magnet with feasible m...
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SEC leaders to discuss removing LSU from league over football player eligibility dispute
Leaders of the Southeastern Conference will meet Thursday to discuss whether to take the extraordinary step of kicking LSU out of the league in the wake of an ugly feud over whether players who spent time in the NFL should be allowed back on the team's roster this season....
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Knife-wielding patient shot, killed by security guard at Memorial City hospital, Houston police say
According to Houston police, the deadly shooting at the Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center will be referred to a Harris County Grand Jury.
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Harris County commissioners decline $40,000 pay raise for embattled county treasurer
Last month, a publicly-led Harris County committee established to field elected officials’ salary complaints voted to recommend the raise for Wyatt -- about $126,000 less than the raise she originally requested....
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Oasis brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher celebrate their documentary, 'Don't Look Back in Anger'
"In my opinion, the music is brilliant." Liam and Noel Gallagher locked arms as they celebrated the premiere of "Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger" in Venice and the U.K. The film is in theaters Friday...
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Houston water shutoffs resume: What to do if you owe money
The City of Houston’s moratorium on water service disconnections officially ends today, putting thousands of residents at risk of having their water service disconnected. Houston Public Works confirmed that crews are resuming shutoffs for customers who are more than 90 days past ...
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Pamela Anderson opens up on hepatitis C battle: 'I've finally come to terms'
Pamela Anderson opened up about her experience with hepatitis C at a gala hosted by amfAR over the weekend.
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'Baby Angelita' case: Amber Alert issues after baby found dead, Sergio Galvan Perez charged with incest in Monterey County, CA
Amber Alert issued for Sergio Galvez Perez and 14-year-old girl in incest case after newborn found dead in California.
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Swarthmore Road Project
The City Council has approved reconstruction of the 4000 block of Swarthmore Rd. Work is expected to begin after Independence Day. Nearby residents will receive direct updates on construction details, traffic impacts, and what to expect....
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Trump floats renaming New Mexico 'New America'
President Trump has posted numerous memes on social media that appear to propose renaming the state of New Mexico "New America."
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5 killed in Miami Amazon cargo jet crash identified; 5 others injured
The five people killed when an Amazon cargo jet ran off the runway at Miami International Airport were all inside a van used to shuttle crews that clean planes, authorities said....
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The sweet story behind that viral picture of a flight attendant holding a baby
A picture of a flight attendant holding a baby on a flight has gone viral on social media for the sweet story behind it.
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Republican Midterm Convention: When will Texas leaders speak each night
Republicans will hold its first ever midterm convention in Dallas this week and the program will feature several key Texas Republicans as the party looks to rally and unify voters ahead of the November elections....
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City of Houston water shutoffs resume, mayor said the city is owed $30 million in unpaid bills
Public Works said customers who haven't paid a bill in 90 days and owe more than $500 will be shut off.
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Mamdani administration releases 170,000 pages of post-9/11 air quality documents
New York City released 170,000 pages of post-9/11 air quality records, revealing what officials knew about toxic conditions near Ground Zero.
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Houston man charged with murder after mother’s body found in duffel bag
Malik is currently being held in the Harris County Jail under a $500,000 bond, according to Harris County jail records.
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One attack, many Americas: Why 9/11 and its many griefs land differently 25 years later
A quarter-century after 9/11, the effects linger. We all live in a post-9/11 world, with its security strictures and surveillance. But here's the thing: Americans don't all live in the same one....
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The steel 'embodies his soul': 9/11 family takes World Trade Center beam across US
Stephen Siller Jr. spent the last four months bringing a 16,900-pound steel beam from the World Trade Center to dozens of cities across the U.S.
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Harris County commissioners discuss proposed budget, property tax increase
Harris County commissioners are set to discuss the county’s proposed fiscal year 2027 budget and a possible property tax increase Tuesday morning.
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Hero who duct-taped violent Arizona realtor to plane seat speaks out after suspect fired from Tucson firm
"WHEN YOU'RE ON A PLANE ... YOU CAN'T RETREAT." The hero passenger who duct-taped a disorderly Arizona realtor to his seat breaks down the wild midair struggle that ended with the agent arrested — and fired....
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At Papa San, Peru and Japan meet for flavorful Nikkei cuisine
At Papa San in Manhattan's Hudson Yards, diners can get a taste of Nikkei cuisine.
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Join Malachi Barton, Liamani Segura and more at a 'Worlds Collide Tour' rehearsal
Join Malachi Barton, Liamani Segura and more as they give us a behind-the-scenes look at a "Worlds Collide Concert Tour" rehearsal.
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Woman struck, injured by her own car in Huntington Station, Long Island: Police
A Long Island woman is hospitalized after being struck by her own car.