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Nursing gains 'professional' label for student loans after judge's ruling
Students pursuing graduate degrees in nursing, physical therapy and several other fields will now be eligible for higher student loan limits
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Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship on constitutional grounds
The decision firmly rejected the executive order that Trump issued on the first day of his second term.
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Millions drop Obamacare health coverage after subsidies expire and costs rise
Experts share why millions of people lost their Affordable Care Act health insurance plans this year after federal subsidies expired.
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Supreme Court strikes down limits on party spending in federal elections, backing Republican appeal
The Supreme Court on Tuesday erased limits on how much political parties can spend in coordination with candidates for Congress and president, striking down a federal election law that is more than 50 years old....
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Supreme Court upholds state laws banning transgender girls, women from athletic teams
The Supreme Court of the United States issued a ruling Tuesday upholding state laws banning transgender girls and women from school athletic teams.
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America 250: Here are ways to celebrate the Fourth of July across the Houston area
There are fireworks displays, musical performances and kid-friendly events across Houston, Galveston, Fort Bend County and The Woodlands.
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Major student loan changes take effect July 1: What to know
A major shakeup to the federal student loan system affecting millions of borrowers will take effect July 1.
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1 detained after 20 people rescued from balconies during SW Houston apartment fire: HFD
Officials said a person is in custody after 20 people, including one with a disability, had to be rescued from the 2-alarm fire Tuesday morning
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Houston apartment residents rescued from balconies amid 2-alarm fire
Officials say firefighters rescued about 20 residents from a Houston apartment complex during a fire Tuesday morning.
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Canada and Morocco will play in Houston on July 4 for the city’s final World Cup match
Houston’s round-of-16 match on Saturday will be the city’s seventh match in three weeks, capping the mad dash of hosting part of the 2026 FIFA World Cup....
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UTMB security guard allegedly attacked by suspect who approached employee
A University of Texas Medical Branch security officer was physically attacked after protecting an employee from an unknown driver, according to officials....
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Trump signs memo supporting ‘right to repair’ movement. Here’s what it could mean for drivers.
President Donald Trump has signed a presidential memorandum aimed at supporting Americans’ ability to repair their own vehicles, renewing attention on the ongoing debate over the “right to repair.”The memorandum, titled “Lowering the Cost of Living by Promoting the Freedom to Fix...
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Texas education board member threatens to sue colleagues over posts calling her ‘Marxist’
A Democratic board member says colleagues harassed her in social media posts during Texas’ debate over how history is taught. The GOP members deny any bullying....
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Here’s what borrowers need to know ahead of July 1 student loan changes
From repayment options to borrowing limits, there are several new ways coming for borrowers navigate debt.
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Changes in Federal Student Loans
Changes to Federal Student Loan Limits Have Students Rethinking how to Pay for Advanced Degrees
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Christina Grimmie's legacy shines bright 10 years after tragic passing
Christina Grimmie's life was cut short 10 years ago. Yet, the talented singer left a legacy of music, kindness, and charity.
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Sportsbooks say World Cup betting has surged past expectations, with US hype driving action
Sportsbook operators anticipated this year's World Cup would set betting records because the major elements were aligned.
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Houston law firm offers 500 free Lyft rides to FIFA World Cup fans over holiday weekend
As thousands of soccer fans descend on Houston for FIFA World Cup festivities, a local law firm is stepping up to help supporters celebrate safely.JD Silva & Associates is offering complimentary Lyft rides for fans departing Houston Stadium and the official FIFA Fan Fest through ...
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A heat dome will engulf World Cup games in the eastern US this week. Here's what to expect
A threatening heat dome will engulf the central and eastern U.S. this week with heat index temperatures soaring into the triple-digits in some areas.
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Beyond Meat’s new plant-based steak filets are coming to H-E-B ahead of Fourth of July
If you’re planning a Fourth of July cookout and looking for a plant-based option, there’s a new item headed to H-E-B.Beyond Meat announced its new Beyond Steak Filet is making its retail debut at H-E-B stores, giving Texas shoppers a chance to try the product for the first time w...
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Underestimating Texas droughts (June 30, 2026)
On Tuesday's show: Could the Corpus Christi water crisis have been averted if Texans were a little more realistic about climate change? We learn how the state may have underestimated the increasing size and scope of droughts....
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Major federal student loan changes take effect July 1. Here’s what borrowers need to know
Millions of current and future student loan borrowers will see major changes beginning July 1 as a sweeping overhaul of the federal student loan system takes effect.The changes, included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, impact repayment plans, borrowing limits and loan forgiven...
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Supreme Court to rule on Trump's birthright citizenship executive order
The order, signed on the first day of Trump's second term, would deny automatic U.S. citizenship to children born in the United States if their parents are in the country unlawfully or are only in the U.S. temporarily....
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3385: Blohm & Voss BV141
Episode: 3385 The weird Blohm & Voss BV141 airplane, and reflections on asymmetry. Today, a weird aeroplane.
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Two confirmed human cases of West Nile virus in the Houston area
There are two confirmed human cases of West Nile virus in the Houston area — one positive case in Harris County and one in Montgomery County.
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Welcome home canceled for Houston-area pastor convicted in child sex sting set for parole release
A Houston-area pastor convicted in an online child sex sting is scheduled to be released from prison Tuesday after serving less than half of his 25-year sentence....
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Camp Mystic victim Eloise Peck remembered through Living for Lulu Foundation
The parents of Eloise Peck, one of the 27 victims killed during last year's flooding at Camp Mystic, remember her through their Living For Lulu Foundation....
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Remember Camp Mystic victim, Hadley Hanna, as family advocates for stronger camp safety standards
Nearly a year after 8-year-old Hadley Hanna died in the Camp Mystic flood, her parents are honoring her legacy by advocating for stronger camp safety while helping other children through the Hugs From Hadley Foundation....
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Texas City homeowner says roof began leaking after solar panel installation; company responds
A Texas City homeowner says roof leaks began after solar panels were installed in 2024. FOX 26 reviewed contracts, warranty documents, emails and text messages and obtained a response from Starlight Solar while investigating the homeowner's claims....
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Tejano singer warns of West Nile dangers after mosquito bite leaves him in wheelchair
A single mosquito bite two years ago changed Fernando Silva’s life forever and health officials are now warning that this summer’s record mosquito surge across southeast Texas could put thousands of others at risk.Fort Bend County has declared a public health emergency after conf...
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‘Like raw sh**’: Candlelight Oaks neighbors fed up with sewage backup after storms
Residents in a northwest Houston neighborhood say every heavy rain brings more than flooded streets—it brings raw sewage.Neighbors in the Candlelight Oaks community say they’ve dealt with repeated sewage backups over the past several months and even years, claiming wastewater has...
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Houston doctor urges heat illness prevention as workers battle summer heat
The summer heat isn’t just uncomfortable. It can become dangerous fast.Whether you’re planning a Fourth of July barbecue, taking the kids to the splash pad or training for a marathon, timing can make a huge difference during a Houston summer.With temperatures regularly climbing i...
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Fort Bend Crawford High School's 4-star WR Alvin Mosley commits to Ole Miss football
ABC13's Joe Gleason showcases why 4-star wideout Alvin Mosley decided Ole Miss was the best fit for him.
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Montgomery County deputy killed: Charges filed in connection to weekend crash that killed Erika Serrato
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office has announced charges have been filed following a crash that took the life of a Montgomery County deputy over the weekend....
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When the odds become real: The lessons left behind in Kerrville
As we approach the one-year remembrance of the Kerrville flood, I find myself thinking back to everything that unfolded in just a matter of hours.The way the storm came together. The torrential rain. The terrain that turned dangerous so quickly. And ultimately, the tragedy that f...
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Water safety tips every Houston parent needs to know after toddler's drowning death
A toddler’s death in a swimming pool in Huffman is raising tough questions about water safety and what parents can do to protect their children.A 1-year-old was found unresponsive at a home in the 500 block of Lago Trace Drive in Huffman. While details surrounding the incident ar...
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2 Helps You: Fighting for Houston woman after $5K memorial to honor mother is delivered damaged to local cemetery
When Patrina Marshall lost her mother, she wanted to honor her memory with a permanent memorial.Instead, she says she’s been left grieving twice.According to her records, Patrina paid $5,455 to Headstone World for a memorial ledger to be placed at her mother’s gravesite at Golden...
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OSHA proposes $3.5 million in fines after chemical spill in Houston Ship Channel
6 months after a chemical leak caused dozens of people to be treated near the Houston Ship Channel, the U.S. Department of Labor is now holding three different companies accountable.....
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Houston weather: Hot weather to continue on Tuesday
Expect dusty skies as the summer heat continues into Tuesday across the Houston area.
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More than $72M in meth seized by CBP officers in South Texas
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in South Texas made a massive bust on June 19, seizing more than $72.3 million worth of methamphetamine hidden inside two separate cargo shipments....
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Princess Kate climbs Britain's three highest peaks in 24 hours to raise money for cancer hospital
Catherine, Princess of Wales, completed Britain's arduous Three Peaks Challenge over the weekend to support the hospital where she underwent cancer treatment two years ago....
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'Adventure Time: Side Quests' stars discuss Finn and Jake's early adventures
"Adventure Time: Side Quests" has officially dropped on Disney+ and Hulu! ⚔️ Sasha Knight and John DiMaggio discuss returning to Ooo, reviving Finn and Jake's early brotherly bond and taking on epic new quests....
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Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson drew inspiration from his grandfather in his return as Maui in Disney's new live-action 'Moana'
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson drew inspiration from his grandfather in his return as Maui in Disney's new live-action 'Moana'
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Harris County immigrant legal services program paused by Texas Supreme Court
Funding for a Harris County program is now on hold after Texas' highest court hit the pause button.
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"It's just like f-, f-, f-, f-": Residents complain about Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion shows
A big topic of debate among residents of The Woodlands is whether performances at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion should be censored for potentially profane language....
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More than 100 Venezuelans who were deported from the US hours before the earthquakes are missing
More than 100 people just deported from the United States were being held in a hotel when earthquakes struck Venezuela.
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20-year-old man arrested, charged in connection with crash that killed MCSO deputy, authorities say
The driver of a commercial truck that struck and killed a Montgomery County Sheriff's Office deputy on Sunday has been arrested, according to authorities....
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Texas announces $34M AstraZeneca settlement over Medicaid scheme
Texas is recovering nearly $34 million from AstraZeneca to settle allegations that the pharmaceutical giant used an illegal kickback scheme to improperly influence Medicaid prescriptions....
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Ashland Specialty Chemicals union workers go on strike at Texas City facility
The employees say they want to preserve their current benefits, including more sick time for senior employees.
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Gracie the giraffe is back home at her Texas ranch
A giraffe that escaped from a Hill Country ranch earlier this month is back home.
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Fall Volleyball Registration Starts July 7
Fall volleyball registration opens July 7 for Bellaire residents and July 14 for non-residents.
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Falling tree damages vehicle traveling on Louetta Road in Cypress, leads to minor injuries
Authorities say the occupants of a vehicle sustained minor injuries and are being evaluated after a tree fell onto it while it was driving.The incident happened on Louetta Road at Wrightsboro Drive in the Cypress area.The Harris County Pct. 4 Constable’s Office says the vehicle w...
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Galveston Co. commissioners unanimously vote for new redistricting map
The map passed after at least 48 speakers addressed it, which impacts residents in Bolivar and Galveston.
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Fall Soccer Registration Starts July 7
Fall soccer registration opens July 7 for Bellaire residents and July 14 for non-residents.
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Galveston County commissioners approve new precinct map despite criticism from residents
The decision comes as the county continues to defend itself against claims that its previous precinct map weakened the voting power of Black and Hispanic voters....
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Fourth of July forecast: Houston stays hot while East Coast braces for record-breaking heat
If you’re traveling for the Fourth of July, prepare for more than just crowds—you may also be walking into some dangerous heat.A large dome of high pressure will dominate much of the country through Independence Day, bringing widespread above-average temperatures from the Plains ...
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UTMB police asking for public's help in finding man accused of assaulting security officer
The University of Texas Medical Branch is asking for the public's help in searching for a suspect accused of assaulting a security officer in Galveston....
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Commercial truck driver charged in fatal crash that killed Montgomery County deputy
Officials with the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office confirms a 20-year-old man, who was the driver of the commercial truck which struck and killed a Montgomery County sheriff’s deputy over the weekend, has been arrested and charged in connection to her death.Ian Perez...
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Volunteers needed for “Freedom Over Texas” 4th of July event
Freedom Over Texas, the Gulf Coast’s largest 4th of July celebration, is seeking volunteers.The event is on Saturday, July 4, and runs from 3 p.m. - 10 p.m. at Eleanor Tinsley and Sam Houston Parks. It has an average attendance of 35,000 each year. This year, performers include L...
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Man charged with child indecency for alleged incidents in Montgomery County from 1990s, deputies say
Decades-old sexual abuse allegations have surfaced against a man who has ties to various ministries in Montgomery County, according to the sheriff's office....
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