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9-year-old hit by car while riding electric dirt bike, Pct. 4 says
Deputies said the 9-year-old was taken to the hospital after being hit while riding an electric dirt bike on Thursday.
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John Cornyn is raising money for competitive Senate races — just not in Texas
The GOP senator said he plans to use his considerable fundraising prowess to help colleagues in New Hampshire, Michigan, Alaska and elsewhere.
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Is ICE agent Christian Castro a fugitive? Texas and Minnesota disagree
Christian Castro is accused of shooting a man during an immigration operation in Minneapolis and lying about what happened. Minnesota says he's a fugitive. Abbott questions that....
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US marks 6 months of war with Iran. Here's what it means for Americans and what's ahead
Trump predicted four to five weeks of war. It's been six months.
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4-year-old girl dies after finding mom's gun in closet, shooting herself, HCSO says
The young girl died at the hospital after finding her mother's gun stored in a closet and shooting herself, according to deputies.
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Group of men spotted opening Long Island manhole cover, entering sewer in Wantagh, New York | Video
A Nassau County community is confused as to why a group of five would break into a manhole in Wantagh, Long Island.
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ICE officer released after extradition rejected suspended without pay, DHS says
An ICE officer who is wanted in Minnesota for allegedly shooting a man and lying about it was released after Gov. Abbott rejected his extradition. DHS confirmed he's been suspended without pay....
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Viral Belt Parkway crash video leads to prison sentences in insurance fraud case in New York
Viral dashcam footage led to a wider investigation into staged crashes and fraudulent insurance claims in New York.
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Houston photographer on mission to reunite love locks with their owners
A Houston photographer and filmmaker is on a mission to reconnect hundreds of people with a piece of their love stories. The bridge over Allen Parkway, known by some Houstonians as the “Love Lock Bridge,” has become a hidden landmark where couples have attached padlocks as symbol...
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LIST: Avoid these high-water locations as severe storms roll through Houston area
Severe storms are moving through the Houston area, causing flash flooding and dangerous road conditions. KPRC 2 is urging residents to “turn around, don’t drown” if they happen to encounter some of these roadways, but we’re also giving drivers a heads-up before heading out the do...
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Norway’s King Harald V dies at 89 and his son becomes king
King Harald V of Norway, who went into exile in the United States as a child during the Nazi occupation of his homeland, has died
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Harris County shooting: 4-year-old dead after accidentally shooting self, HCSO says
Harris County authorities are investigating after a young child was killed in a shooting late Thursday night.
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How restaurants survive (Aug. 28, 2026)
On Friday's show: We visit three of Greater Houston's longest-tenured restaurants to find out how they've endured in an ever-changing culinary landscape. And we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week....
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Beluga whale dies at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium days after rescue effort from Marineland park in Ontario, Canada
A beluga whale has died at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium days after being transported from a closed Ontario park as part of a rescue effort for Canada's last captive whales...
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Death toll rises in Nepal-China border disaster as lake poses new flood threat
Nepal police issued a fresh alert Friday after receiving information that a dam on the Tibet side has burst.
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White House construction contributed to radio problems that let Trump helicopter come close to jet
The ongoing White House construction contributed to radio problems that kept air traffic controllers from hearing calls warning that President Donald Trump's helicopter was getting ready to take off, federal investigators said Thursday....
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Callaway Golf ends partnership with Good Good Golf after controversial ad
The ad was deleted on social media and the brands apologized after backlash.
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4-year-old girl dies after accidentally shooting herself inside northwest Harris County home, deputies say
A 4-year-old girl died after investigators say she accidentally shot herself inside a northwest Harris County home Thursday night. Harris County Precinct 4 deputies responded to a home in the 8700 block of Champions Plaza around 11 p.m. on Aug. 27 after receiving reports of a sho...
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1621: Motherland
Episode: 1621 Motherland: The Stalingrad Memorial. Today, we visit a really big statue.
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Texas approves $138B transportation plan, including Houston-area highway projects
Texas transportation leaders have approved a 10-year plan projecting $138 billion in investments for highways, road maintenance, congestion relief, safety projects and other infrastructure statewide....
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Still living with Beryl damage? Texas homeowners can apply for repair or rebuilding help
More than two years after Hurricane Beryl, Jada Garcia and her husband, Porfirio, are still living with the damage the storm caused to their Galveston home. A tree next to the house uprooted during the hurricane, lifting part of the home and separating sections of the walls and f...
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Convicted serial burglar from Humble caught for the 9th time
A serial convicted burglar from Humble is back behind bars after his latest arrest in Montgomery County.
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Galveston Wharves in talks with Royal Caribbean for new cruise terminal at Pier 14
Galveston Wharves is in discussions with Royal Caribbean Group about developing a new cruise terminal and berth at Pier 14, a potential expansion that could bring one of the world’s largest cruise ships to the Texas coast....
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Texas screwworm cases disrupt pet transport as shelters face new adoption challenges
New World screwworm cases in Texas, including two involving dogs, are disrupting the transport of shelter animals to some other states and raising concerns for pet owners across the region....
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New poll shows James Talarico leading Ken Paxton by 6 percentage points in Senate race
The event comes fewer than 70 days before the midterm election and as Paxton trails Talarico in recent polling.
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9-year-old on e-bike injured in crash in north Harris County
Precinct 4 Constable deputies are investigating after a 9-year-old riding an electric dirt bike was struck by a vehicle on Pinto Point Drive in the Creekside Park area near Kuykendahl Road. The child was transported to a local hospital. The driver stayed at the scene and is coope...
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Keep the umbrellas handy! Scattered storms are back in the forecast for Houston Friday
Friday’s forecast: More hit and miss storms are expected Friday afternoon into the early evening. Temperatures climb to the mid-90s with a high humidity. Temperatures lower: While it’s not a drastic drop in temperatures, it will be nice to get temps closer to our seasonal average...
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University of Houston researchers warn electricity demand could spike in coming years
University of Houston researchers laid out the reasons why electricity demand could spike in the coming years.
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Harris County stabbing: Son accused of stabbing his father to death on Stoneside Drive
An investigation is underway following a deadly stabbing on Thursday morning.
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Houston Texans rookie safety Kamari Ramsey reflects on his long football journey to make NFL
The Texans rookie safety hopes for more so he can represent his family and everyone who helped him get to the NFL. His goal is simple: to make them proud....
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Little League World Series: Westbury team reflects on historic championship win that aired on ABC13 in 1966
On August 27, 1966, a Texas team won it all at the Little League Baseball World Series. That team was Westbury American Little League from Houston.
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ABC13's Athlete of the Week: North Shore High School DB Tony Guillory prepped up for senior season
ABC13's Athlete of the Week is back! We put the spotlight on North Shore High School defensive back Tony Guillory as he and the team are ready for his senior season....
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Only on 13: We ride along METRO PD ahead of launch of new bus patrol initiative
All METRO PD officers, including its top brass, will soon be required to spend time on buses as part of an effort to reduce crime, METRO officials said....
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Jake Reiner’s 1st interview about his parents' killings, his brother's arrest, and moving forward
Jake Reiner, the eldest son of Rob and Michelle Reiner, says the last several months have been a "living nightmare" during his first sit-down interview....
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Fort Bend Commissioners Court cuts judges, guts county attorney's office in ongoing dispute
After voting to gut associate judge positions and restructure the county's attorney's office, Commissioner Andy Meyers walked right past ABC13's cameras without commenting....
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The history of blue-and-white street tiles giving Houston some curb appeal
Joey Sanchez with The Blue Tile Project told ABC13 there were around 10,000 of the signs across Houston at the peak of their usage.
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Peter Cullen, voice of 'Transformers,' 'Winnie the Pooh' characters, dies at 85
Peter Cullen, a voice actor who starred as Optimus Prime in "Transformers" and as Eeyore in "Winnie the Pooh," has died at the age of 85.
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Duane 'Keffe D' Davis' murder trial heads to closings in Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing
The murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur is headed to closing arguments after the defense rested Thursday following testimony from three former Las Vegas police officers....
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Willis HS student arrested day after another student brought gun to campus, authorities say
A day after a teen brought a loaded gun to school, another Willis High School student was arrested for making terroristic threats, authorities say. Investigators did not say whether the incidents were connected....
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Harris County D.A. says witnesses to deadly ICE shooting could go in front of grand jury 'very soon'
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare has confirmed he intends to get several witnesses in front of a grand jury “very soon."
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Man grazed by bullet, another injured after shooting at northeast Houston convenience store: HPD
A shooting victim said he was caught in an altercation when someone fired at him and another person. HPD confirmed an investigation is underway.
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Dolly Parton's sister reveals one of her final acts of generosity in moving tribute
Dolly Parton's sister took to Facebook to share a moving message about her sister.
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'It's frustrating': Water pressure woes affect Waller County properties, residents say
Residents in the Lakeview subdivision of Waller County told ABC13 they've been dealing with water restrictions and pressure issues for weeks.
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Naked DoorDash driver caught on camera delivering food to northeast Houston home
A northeast Houston father says he was stunned after checking his Ring camera and seeing the DoorDash driver who had just delivered his food standing outside his home completely naked....
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Investigation underway after man shot in chest in north Houston
An investigation is underway after a man was shot Thursday afternoon in north Houston, according to the Houston Police Department. The shooting was reported 4200 Denmark Street, off Hirsch Road. Police said the 25-year-old man suffered from a gunshot wound to his chest. According...
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President Trump arrives in Houston for private fundraiser on Thursday night, NASA event scheduled for Friday
President Donald J. Trump has arrived in Houston for a private fundraiser on Thursday evening ahead of a ceremony at NASA's Johnson Space Center.
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Talarico calls for breaking up healthcare 'monopolies' in new plan with Mark Cuban
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico unveiled a plan aimed at lowering prescription drug and health care costs.
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Lindsay Clancy trial: Watch the full closing arguments from both sides (VIDEO)
Jury deliberations are underway in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy. Watch the closing arguments of the high-profile trial.
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'Batmobile' gets flat tire on the side of the Gulf Freeway, cameras show
The bat signal ... may have to wait. Houston TranStar cameras showed the Batmobile stalled on the side of the Gulf Freeway on Thursday.
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Fort Bend County Enacts Outdoor Burn Ban Amid Drought Conditions
Fort Bend County approved an outdoor burn ban Thursday, effective at 5 p.m., for all unincorporated areas as extreme heat and worsening drought conditions increase the risk of wildfires. The Fort Bend County Fire Marshal’s Office reported the county’s Keetch-Byram Drought Index r...
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Deliberations in Lindsay Clancy murder trial end for the day without a verdict
Lindsay Clancy strangled her three children because she was depressed and tired of living, not because of failings with mental healthcare, a prosecutor told jurors Thursday before they began the first day of deliberations in her murder trial....
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Willis High School Student Charged After Classroom Threat
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 15-year-old Willis High School student Thursday afternoon after the student allegedly made statements about shooting other students in a classroom. The student is being held at the Montgomery County Juvenile Detention Center and c...
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Judge to consider final approval of Bank of America's $72 million settlement with Epstein accusers
A federal judge in New York will consider granting final approval Thursday to Bank of America's $72 million settlement with women who accused the bank of helping Jeffrey Epstein sexually abuse them....
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LIVE RADAR: Tropical Storm Edouard moving through SE Texas
Tropical Storm Edouard moves towards Southeast Texas on Tuesday. The storm is forecast to be a strong 65-mph tropical storm. Tuesday’s weather updates A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Chambers County and southern Liberty County including the Bolivar Peninsula. Winds i...
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Grandfather charged with DWI after crash involving HCSO vehicle killed 9-year-old grandson: Records
A grandfather was charged with DWI after a crash involving an HCSO vehicle led to a 9-year-old's death, court docs show. Investigators said the grandson was in the front seat without a seat belt....
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Prosecutors aim to bring several witnesses in deadly Houston ICE shooting before grand jury: DA
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare said that prosecutors intend to bring several witnesses in the deadly shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an ICE agent before a grand jury "fairly soon."...
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$12M seized, 6 arrested in historic Texas oil theft ring bust
Six people have been arrested and about $12 million in assets have been seized as part of an investigation into an oil-theft ring in West Texas.
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2 air traffic controllers left early on night of deadly LaGuardia Air Canada plane crash at New York airport, FAA finds
2 air traffic controllers left early on the night of a deadly LaGuardia Air Canada plane crash at the New York airport, the FAA found.
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Alief ISD marks historic milestone with opening of first all-girls campus
A major milestone for local education unfolded in Alief ISD Thursday morning as the district celebrated the grand opening of its first-ever single-gender campus: The Young Women’s Leadership School (TYWLS)....
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President’s visit brings fundraising and political momentum for republicans
President Donald Trump’s visit to Houston could give Republicans a boost in both fundraising and momentum heading into the 2026 elections. FRIDAY TRAFFIC UPDATES: Trump at NASA Friday; road closures expected as president heads back to Ellington Air Force One touched down at Ellin...