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Hegseth is facing questions from senators over funding for the Iran war
Senators are grilling Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Tuesday over the U.S. war against Iran.
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Houston and Southeast Texas region face dangerously high heat
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory until 8 p.m. Tuesday and an extreme heat warning from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Wednesday.
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Abbott orders Texas agencies to crack down on ‘birth tourism’ schemes
Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order Tuesday directing state agencies to investigate and crack down on unlawful “birth tourism” schemes in Texas and to take enforcement action against licensed health care providers found to facilitate them. Abbott said Texas “will not toler...
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Second woman arrested in connection with man's kidnapping outside SW Houston club, documents show
Court documents show a second woman has been arrested after police say a man was kidnapped at gunpoint outside of a southwest Houston nightclub last month....
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Trial underway for man accused of killing Harris County Precinct 5 deputy constable and her daughter in fiery crash
The trial is underway for the man accused of causing the crash that killed a Harris County Precinct 5 deputy constable and her young daughter in 2024. On the second day of testimony, Harris County Precinct 5 Assistant Chief Deputy took the stand as prosecutors continued presentin...
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Man dead, suspect detained after telling deputies he shot his brother in Porter
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says a man has been detained after authorities say he allegedly shot and killed his brother in the Porter area Tuesday. Authorities say it happened in the 20700 block of Kenswick Park Drive. According to the sheriff’s office, they received a...
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Woman gives birth to rare identical quadruplet daughters
Jenitar Sau Na'amoana, 34, gave birth to four daughters in Queensland, Australia.
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US soldier killed in Iraq was a 30-year-old father from North Carolina
A U.S. soldier killed in Iraq during a controlled detonation of an Iranian drone was a 30-year-old father from North Carolina who had served for nearly a decade....
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State Department issues 'worldwide caution' for Americans due to Middle East war
The State Department issued a "worldwide caution" for American citizens early on Tuesday "due to heightened tensions in the Middle East."
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Suspect detained in brother's shooting death in Montgomery County, sheriff's office says
A suspect was detained after shooting and killing his brother in Montgomery County, the sheriff's office said.
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Kaylee Hottle, 'Godzilla vs. Kong' actress, dies in Maryland car crash at 18
Kaylee Hottle, an actress best known for her appearance in two "Godzilla" movies, has died after she was involved as a passenger in a car crash in Maryland, authorities said....
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San Antonio ISD selects new superintendent amid concerns of state takeover
San Antonio ISD on Monday night finalized its selection of Dr. Adrian Bustillos as its next superintendent of schools.
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Cyclosporiasis cases in Harris County now at 34, health officials say
Harris County Public Health says that as of July 15 this year, there have been 34 Cyclospora cases reported.
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Pederson Bridge over I-10 Katy near Brookshire to remain closed for repairs, TxDOT says
TxDOT Houston shared on social media that the Pederson Bridge over I-10 would remain closed "until further notice" for additional repairs to be made.
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Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, says she will run for full Senate term
Darline Graham was appointed by South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster to finish the final few months of her brother's current term, which expires in January....
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Sen. Lindsey Graham's memorial services set for later this month
Graham's office announced Friday that the senator's life and legacy will be celebrated Tuesday, July 28 in Washington
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Deadly Porter shooting: Brother allegedly shoots brother on Kenswick Park Drive
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office says someone called 911 on Tuesday morning and reported that he had shot his brother.
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United Airlines investigates after agent allegedly threatened to call ICE on San Ramon man, a passenger at SFO over ticketing dispute
A man says a United Airlines employee suggested calling ICE on him during a confrontation over a ticketing issue.
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Houston back-to-school giveaways: Free backpacks, school supplies
Students are preparing to go back to school and there are several giveaways happening around Houston for those who need supplies for the upcoming year....
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Man gets 50-year sentence for sexually assaulting unconscious woman, DA's office says
Investigators said it uncovered evidence such as texts in which the suspect acknowledged his actions and apologized.
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Find great deals on wellness tech essentials with ABC Secret Savings
Get up to 50% off wellness essentials with ABC Secret Savings.
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Father and son charged in connection with kidnapping of Forest Service workers: DOJ
Joseph Henrichsen, 49, and his son, 23-year-old Phoenix Henrichsen, have been charged with kidnapping federal employees.
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Suspect in deadly fire no longer allowed near apartments, can't have lighter, matches, judge says
The 38-year-old is accused of intentionally starting a fire at the Cypresswood Apartments, killing his brother and seriously injuring his mom and several others....
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5 dead after attempt to help struggling swimmer in Ohio river turns into 'tragedy': Sheriff
The group is believed to have been fishing at the river, when at some point one of the adults went in to go swimming and started to struggle, authorities said....
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Man charged with felony murder, arson in Cypresswood apartment fire that killed brother, injured 13
A Houston-area man is now officially charged with felony murder and arson after investigators say he set a massive fire at a local apartment complex that killed his own brother and injured 13 others, including a 3-year-old boy who was severely burned. Pilot injured after small pl...
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ICE is arresting relatives who come forward to take custody of migrant children in federal shelters
Attorneys say the federal agencies are using children as “bait” to detain sponsors, leaving kids waiting in shelters for months.
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CVS announces new pharmacy option for pet owners
CVS Health announced Tuesday that CVS Pharmacy is now dispensing select prescription medications for dogs and cats
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Judge to hear evidence against Houston-born singer D4vd in killing, dismemberment of teen and decide on trial
The preliminary hearing in Los Angeles is expected to last about four days and will look much like an abbreviated trial.
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Photos: Almost 500 homes and 100 businesses damaged in Kerr County floods
Experts, officials and residents say the slower pace of the rainfall — over several days instead of hours — combined with new sirens and increased vigilance helped save lives this year....
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Senators demand ICE answers and body cameras after 2 fatal shootings in Maine and Houston
The demands came in a letter spearheaded by Maine's Independent Sen. Angus King, signed by 38 Democratic senators and sent to the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE....
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New Air Force One grounded; jet to be 'maxed out' after security concerns raised, Trump says
The new Air Force One is undergoing an upgrade that's expected to put the Qatari-gifted jet out of commission for about a month, President Donald Trump said on Sunday....
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'Support A Sport' helps young adults with disabilities achieve their goals
The mission of a Support A Sport is to get more kids with disabilities on the field to achieve their goals.
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Step into pirate history at the Marcus Hook Plank House
At the Marcus Hook Plank house you can step back in time to the days when pirates ruled the seas.
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Tropical Storm Bertha tracker: Houston impacts, path, live radar
Tropical Storm Bertha is prompting watches and warnings along the Gulf Coast as the storm continues on a path that could impact Texas and Houston. Here's a look at the path, a live radar tracker and when it might reach Houston....
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Fulshear weighs tougher e-scooter rules as Harris County constable pushes new e-bike safety policies
As electric scooters and bikes continue to grow in popularity, local leaders are considering new steps they say could improve safety for riders and the public. The Fulshear City Council is scheduled to discuss whether additional regulations — or even a prohibition on e-scooters —...
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Murder suspect Lee Gilley's extradition from Italy delayed over sentencing assurances, attorney says
A murder suspect accused of killing his pregnant wife in Harris County remains in Italy after a court there temporarily paused his extradition to the United States over concerns about potential sentencing, according to his attorney....
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Powerball ticket sales begin Tuesday in the United Kingdom
Powerball ticket sales in the United Kingdom will begin Tuesday, giving players across the Atlantic a chance at winning the same massive jackpot that U.S. players already play for - with the same minuscule odds....
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Man stabs and wounds tourists near the Acropolis in Athens, Greece
The assailant attacked a man and a woman, both Greek Americans, with a knife on a pedestrian street near an entrance to the Acropolis.
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D4vd murder case: Dayslong preliminary hearing set to begin in Los Angeles
The preliminary hearing is expected to last three to seven days, with prosecutors looking to prove that there is probable cause to move forward to a trial....
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Tropical Storm Bertha (July 21, 2026)
On Tuesday's show: We get the latest on Tropical Storm Bertha, which has formed in the Gulf southwest of Florida, and how it might affect Greater Houston in the coming days....
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3389: Carlo Antonio Testore
Episode: 3389 In which Carlo Antonio Testore's violins and other stringed instruments show him to be a different kind of Luthier. Today, a luthier teaches us a lesson....
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Suspect in 2 brutal attacks completed mental health diversion program before arrest, records show
A man accused of carrying out two violent attacks last week had a previous violent charge dismissed after completing a mental health diversion program five months ago, records show....
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Surveillance shows man minutes before allegedly setting Cypresswood apartment on fire that killed his brother
Surveillance video obtained exclusively by KPRC 2 News Reporter Corley Peel, appears to show the man accused of intentionally setting an apartment building on fire, moments before it burst into flames, killing his own brother and injuring several others, including a 3-year-old bo...
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Father saves 3-year-old son from deadly Spring apartment fire; boy suffers burns to 95% of his body
Authorities have charged a man with murder and arson after an apartment fire in Spring. The Harris County Sheriff's Office said one person was killed, and 13 others were hurt, including 3-year-old Atlas. His family says he suffered burns to 95% of his body and is expected to rema...
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Hundreds of wild hogs from George Bush Park creating havoc in westside neighborhood
Residents say all they've gotten from Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones' office is lip service.
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Bellaire High School student detained by ICE at Houston airport released from detention
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher’s office says an 18-year-old Bellaire High School student who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at Houston’s Hobby Airport has been released from detention. Teachers and friends identify the student as Alim Garipov, an 18...
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Tropical Storm Bertha forms in Gulf, eyes Texas later this week
Tropical Storm Bertha has formed in the Gulf of America.
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State leaders look to enact more regulation when it comes to data centers in Texas
A new letter from the Texas Public Utility Commission to Gov. Greg Abbott shows state leaders are in favor of more regulation when it comes to data centers....
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Constable Mark Herman urges six school districts to ban unregistered electric motorcycles on campus
Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman has asked Klein ISD, Tomball ISD, Spring ISD, Aldine ISD, Cypress-Fairbanks ISD and Humble ISD to adopt policies prohibiting unregistered electric motorcycles on school property....
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2 Helps You delivers: Spring Branch homeowner now getting flood issue fixed after city failed to deliver initially
A Spring Branch homeowner repeated flooding events in recent years have left him living in constant fear every time heavy rain moves into the Houston area. Standing along a drainage ditch in the 2200 block of Bauer Drive, Paul Braddock points to what he says is the source of the ...
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Cyclospora outbreak — what Houston-area shoppers need to know right now
The Houston area and its neighboring counties continue to monitor cyclospora cases as the FDA pulls back on part of its investigation into a multi-state outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce. The agency says a Taylor Fresh Foods sample that initially tested positive turned ...
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What MCSO redacted: Policy raises new questions about traffic stop that ended in arrest
A routine traffic stop over a turn signal and dim license plate lights ended with a Montgomery County woman being arrested. Now, an unredacted sheriff’s office policy obtained by KPRC 2 is raising new questions about whether the deputy followed required procedures. 40-year-old El...
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Liberty County investigators say they don't know where escaped inmate is, how he got away
Liberty County officials said the inmate, identified as 31-year-old Yorlan Reyes, escaped custody while being treated at an emergency room in Kingwood....
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Best Nordstrom Anniversary 2026 deals for under $25
Find the best deals under $25 from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026.
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Federal health officials have investigated 5 different clusters of cyclosporiasis cases, FDA says
Federal health officials have been investigating five different clusters of cyclosporiasis cases since the start of parasite season in May, the FDA said on Monday....
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Harris County crime: 3 men arrested after motorcycle pursuit
Three men were arrested following a motorcycle pursuit in Harris County last week, officials said.
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Fort Bend County, Harris County constables ask school districts to ban e-motorcycles
Ahead of the new school year, some constables and the city of Fulshear are taking a closer look at e-scooters and e-motorcycles.
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Parts of Houston and Harris County have eviction filing rates 3 times county average, data shows
The Kinder Institute report shares that more than 75,000 eviction filings were made across the county in 2025 alone.
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US soldiers killed by Iran were from Texas and Hawaii, military says
Two U.S. Army soldiers killed in Jordan while defending against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks were identified on Monday — the first U.S. troop deaths from direct Iranian fire since the opening days of the war....
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Cypresswood apartment fire: Man arrested in connection with deadly early morning fire
Harris County authorities have made an arrest following a deadly apartment fire that occurred early Monday morning.
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