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Live blog: Morocco, Canada to face off for Houston's last World Cup match
Canada and Morocco are facing off for a Fourth of July match at Houston Stadium for the city's final FIFA World Cup 2026 game.
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Houston weather: Hot and steamy for Fourth of July, heat advisory in place for Harris Co.
Highs soar to the mid to upper 90s with heat index values between 106 and 110. There is a Heat Advisory in Harris County today.
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‘We the Kids’: Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston celebrate America 250 with mural
The artwork, made with washable tempera paint, is designed to be visible from the tallest buildings in the Central Business District.
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Driver found with multiple gunshot wounds after crashing into Harris Co. home
Harris County deputies are investigating after a driver was discovered to have multiple gunshot wounds after crashing into a home.
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Red, White and Woof: A Fourth of July celebration at Texas Children’s Hospital
Texas Children’s Hospital brought the Fourth of July spirit in full color with a celebration that mixed creativity, family fun, and a few picture-perfect moments. Patients and their loved ones jumped into the holiday with plenty of festive touches—think flags, playful props, and ...
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Man found with multiple gunshot wounds crashes into Cypress home, Harris County deputies say
Harris County Precinct 5 deputies were called to a crash early Saturday after a vehicle slammed into a home in the 19700 block of Mountain Dale Drive, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.When deputies arrived, they found the driver suffering from multiple gunshot wound...
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Life after the flood: How a Houston father’s loss spurred a quest to protect others
Matthew Childress’ 18-year-old daughter, Chloe, a counselor at Camp Mystic, was among those who died last year in the July 4 flooding in the Texas Hill Country....
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1597: Ottoman Telegraph
Episode: 1597 The Ottoman Empire telegraph, linking Europe and Asia. Today, the telegraph connects Europe and Asia.
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'I'm not gonna shoot no more': Man arrested for spraying strangers with water guns speaks to ABC13
The man arrested for blasting strangers with water guns defended it as a harmless prank before expressing regret.
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Man arrested following downtown Houston garage attack, docs show
A man was arrested and charged with attempted sexual assault and armed robbery after he allegedly attacked a woman in a downtown Houston parking garage, court documents indicate....
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Disneyland Resort welcomes its 1 billionth guest
Nearly 71 years after Walt Disney opened Disneyland Resort in Southern California, the Happiest Place on Earth has welcomed its 1 billionth guest!
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One person injured when firetruck collides with METRORail
Investigators are working determine how a Houston Fire Department unit hit a METRORail train earlier this evening north of downtown Houston.Captain Raul Reyes with HFD tells us Engine 9 was on a call with lights and siren activated when it happened around 6:50 p.m. at Hogan Stree...
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Houston Fire Department engine derails METRORail train near downtown
The firetruck was reportedly going to an emergency call when it struck the METRORail.
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1 hospitalized after METRORail collides with HFD engine in Near Northside, officials say
As HFD's Engine 9 was responding to a call with lights and sirens, it was hit by the light rail train, HFD officials said.
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Messi and Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time thriller, advancing to World Cup Round of 16
Lionel Messi and Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 on Friday and advanced to the World Cup Round of 16 in a thrilling match in which the tiny island nation challenged the reigning champion until the final minutes of extra time....
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CCA Texas STAR fishing tournament going strong with still plenty to win
The CCA Texas STAR fishing tournament is five weeks in, with plenty of time and life-changing fish left to be reeled in.
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Surviving the Fourth of July in Houston
Downtown Houston is gearing up for one of its busiest holiday weekends of the year, with Freedom Over Texas, Houston Astros games at Daikin Park, and FIFA Fan Fest all drawing large crowds.City officials and organizers are urging people to plan ahead, expect delays, and think car...
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After the Flood: A beloved dancehall returns after the deadliest day in Hunt, Texas
A year after the floods devastated Hunt, claiming more than 130 lives and shattering treasured hometown businesses, there are signs of a comeback.Just five miles down the road, Crider’s Rodeo and Dancehall is open again. For 101 years, it’s been a place where generations have com...
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$3.7M worth of cocaine seized from cucumber truck at Texas border, according to CBP
CBP officers in South Texas seized over $3.7 million worth of cocaine hidden inside a commercial shipment of cucumbers, triggering a federal criminal investigation....
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Houston FIFA Fan Festival pauses entry for July 3
Organizers are not allowing others into the festival area until more space is available.
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A year after deadly floods, Texas lawmakers haven’t addressed training for emergency coordinators
Texas’ emergency management chief has repeatedly recommended that lawmakers require minimum training, but a bill proposed after the disaster failed.
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2 Helps You: A Houston family’s legacy impacts Independence Heights with community garden
What was once the site of a family home is now a place where neighbors gather, grow fresh food and build community.As 2 Helps You discovered Beauty’s Community Garden in Houston’s historic Independence Heights has transformed a once-vacant lot into a space that provides fresh pro...
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Where history meets legend: A visit to Sleepy Hollow's Old Dutch Church
The oldest standing church in New York State has witnessed the rise of colonial New York, the American Revolution and the history of the nation.
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Sports car driver killed, several injured, including 2 children, in I-45 crash involving heavy truck
A person was killed and two children were injured in a multi-vehicle crash involving a heavy truck on I-45 Friday morning, according to officials.The crash happened just before 11:30 a.m. at the intersection of Broadway Street and Interstate 45 South. The southbound lanes of I-45...
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Disney Celebrates America: Fun facts about Yosemite National Park
From presidential visits to cross-country family trips, Yosemite National Park's majestic views have drawn visitors from all over the world.
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Privately-owned Galveston beach won't open for the first time in 70 years
For the first time in 70 years, Porretto Beach in Galveston won't open for the summer.
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Skydiver carrying American flag crashes into tent after flag snags tree at NorCal rodeo
A skydiver survived a scary crash landing that was all caught on camera at the Folsom Pro Rodeo on Thursday.
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Thousands of FIFA fans expected at World Cup Fan Walks, causing street closures near NRG Stadium
If you’re planning to visit downtown Houston on Saturday morning, be prepared for traffic delays as several streets will be closed for two World Cup Fan Walks.The fan walks will affect traffic near Houston Stadium (NRG Stadium) and south of the Texas Medical Center from 8 a.m. to...
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Third person charged in connection to death of Montgomery County deputy
Officials say the third suspect was involved in the initial I-45 crash that brought deputies to the scene.
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Special celebration of light and sound at Statue of Liberty for America's 250th birthday
It's a spectacle of sights and sounds and a beacon of hope as Lady Liberty lights up like you've never seen before.
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San Antonio’s Alamo reopens restored Paseo del Alamo walkway
The Alamo has officially reopened its beautifully restored Paseo del Alamo, a major milestone in a $700M redevelopment project that seamlessly connects the historic site to the San Antonio River Walk!...
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Galveston I-45 crash kills 1, injures others
The cause of the crash is under investigation
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Katy, Texas crash: Michael Butler charged with manslaughter after Tesla crashes into home, killing woman
Michael Butler was charged with manslaughter after a Tesla crashed into a Katy, Texas home, killing a woman.
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Venezuelan earthquake survivors search for missing pets in an unexpected place: McDonald's
A McDonald's restaurant in Venezuela has become a makeshift hospital and center for finding missing pets after two powerful earthquakes.
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Houston, Texas shooting: Mother shoots, kills 2 kids before turning gun on self in hotel, officials say
There was a Houston, Texas shooting. A mother shot and killed her 2 kids before turning the gun on herself in a hotel, officials say.
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Texas Bullion Depository announces 2026 Lone Star Gold and Silver Series
Texas is making history by launching the first-ever state-authorized precious metals program, featuring commemorative "Lone Star" gold and silver coins available this July!...
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Mexico vs England at World Cup to kick-off early due to risk of weather, ESPN sources say
The World Cup match between Mexico and England is likely to have its Sunday kick-off time changed due to the risk of weather disruption including flooding, sources told ESPN....
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Court clears way for replacement of slavery exhibit at President's House in Philadelphia
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for the Trump administration to immediately replace the slavery exhibit at the President's House on Independence Mall....
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Court docs describe bodycam video of Brazoria Co. deputy shooting that killed teen in Lake Jackson
ABC13 obtained the search warrant for the Brazoria County deputy's gun, which describes the dash and body camera footage leading up to the deadly shooting of an 18-year-old....
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Parasite outbreak causing 'explosive diarrhea' reported in 17 US states, CDC warns
A parasite outbreak causing "explosive diarrhea" has been reported in 17 US states, the CDC warns.
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1 shot during funeral at southeast Houston church, according to police department
According to Houston police, one person was shot during a funeral being held at the St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church.
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Shots fired after fight inside SE Houston church; 1 injury reported
An investigation is underway after a fight inside a church led to shots being fired Friday morning in southeast Houston.The incident was reported at a church located at 8305 Brandon Street.Mother, 2 young children dead in apparent murder-suicide near Houston’s NRG StadiumThe Hous...
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Mother, her 2 young children dead in apparent murder-suicide at motel, near NRG Stadium
An investigation is underway after a mother and her two young children were found dead inside a motel Friday afternoon in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.The shooting was reported at 11:43 a.m. at the Marriott Residence Inn, located at 7807 Kirby Dri...
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Shooting reported at Houston church in Sunnyside
Houston police are investigating a shooting at a Sunnyside church on Friday, officials confirm.
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Ex-Liberty police officer surrenders to jail on official oppression, indecent assault charges
A former Liberty Police Department officer has been indicted for official oppression and indecent assault, according to Liberty County Jail records.Jason Grindstaff resigned while under investigation earlier this year, the City of Liberty said in a statement posted on social medi...
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Mother, 2 kids killed in apparent murder-suicide at Braeswood hotel
Officials say the mother shot her children before turning the gun on herself.
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Mom shoots, kills her 2 young children before turning gun on self at hotel in SW Houston, HFD says
According to authorities, the woman shot and killed her two children, who were both under the age of nine, before killing herself at a hotel in southwest Houston....
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Heavy truck crash blocking multiple I-45 SB lanes at 71st Street in Galveston County: TranStar
A heavy truck crash is blocking multiple I-45 southbound lanes at 71st Street in Galveston County, TranStar shows.
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July 4th deadly Texas floods, one year later
It's been one year since floodwaters swept through Central Texas over the July 4th weekend, claiming the lives of more than 130 people.
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James Talarico weighs in on Drake vs Kendrick Lamar while on Houston radio show
U.S. Senate Democratic nominee James Talarico recently stopped by 93.7 The Beat to talk about his run for Senator and even gave his opinion on Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar....
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Texas military installations contribute $148B to state's economy, report says
Texas is home to 14 military installations representing the U.S. Army, Navy and Air Force, along with the National Guard and reserve components. According to the report, these bases combine to add 212,541 direct jobs and support 628,884 jobs indirectly....
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Former Liberty police officer Jason Grindstaff facing charges
Former Liberty police officer Jason Grindstaff is now in jail on charges of official oppression and indecent assault, records show. He was placed on administrative leave in December amid a Texas Rangers investigation, and he resigned in February....
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Catherine Laga'aia shares what it means to play Moana for a new generation
The movie stars 19-year-old Samoan Australian actress Catherine Laga'aia, who is making her feature film debut.
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Man pleads guilty for role in 2022 San Antonio smuggling event that killed 53
A Guatemalan man pleaded guilty Thursday for his role in a 2022 mass casualty event that killed 53 migrants and injured 11 others.
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StubDud? Texas Attorney General investigating StubHub after ‘widespread reports’ of World Cup ticket cancelations
After KPRC’s 2 Helps You began reporting that some World Cup fans had their StubHub tickets canceled at the last minute without replacements, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Friday that his office is now investigating the ticket-resale giant.CANCEL CULTURE?: Cypress m...
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Norovirus outbreak on Ruby Princess cruise ship docked in SF affects over 120 passengers, crew
The Ruby Princess cruise ship was docked for disinfection at San Francisco's Pier 27 Thursday morning after a norovirus outbreak affected dozens of passengers and crew....
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'That was insane': Catherine Lagaʻaia on recording new 'Moana' music with Lin-Manuel Miranda
Laga'aia is bringing the iconic original soundtrack famously written by Broadway legend Lin-Manuel Miranda to new life in this new film adaptation.
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These stores and restaurants are open on the 4th of July
Although the 4th of July is a holiday, here are some of the stores and restaurants that will be keeping their doors open.
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Pope Leo XIV to be awarded Liberty Medal during ceremony in Philadelphia | WATCH LIVE
Pope Leo VIX will be awarded the National Constitution Center's 38th Liberty Medal during a ceremony Friday in Philadelphia.
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Weigh-in today for Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest
Defending champs Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo will defend their titles at Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest on Saturday.
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