Teen accused of plotting mass shooting at Chicago-area Hindu temple
Police in a Chicago suburb say they have thwarted a potential mass shooting at a Hindu place of worship.
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Houston’s Chicano Squad transformed homicide investigations in the 1970s
In the late 1970s, six Mexican American Houston police officers helped change the way the Houston Police Department investigated homicides, building trust in communities where residents had long been reluctant to speak with law enforcement. Known as the Chicano Squad, the officer...
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‘Fiber maxxing’ trend: Houston dietitian explains benefits and how to avoid side effects
You’ve heard of protein maxxing, but a new wellness trend is encouraging people to maximize something else in their diets: fiber. Known as “fiber maxxing,” the trend is gaining attention on social media as people look for ways to increase their fiber intake and improve their heal...
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Shipwreck believed to be the world's oldest discovered off the coast of Turkey
Archaeologists announced they have discovered the remains of the world's oldest shipwreck.
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Texas school district cancels 'Little Shop of Horrors,' citing concerns over state law
A Texas school district canceled a high school production of "Little Shop of Horrors", citing concerns over state law after a female student was cast in a male lead role....
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs reportedly injured in prison fight with Jamaican drug lord
Sean “Diddy” Combs reportedly suffered a head injury during a fight with fellow inmate Christopher “Dudus” Coke at a federal prison in New Jersey, according to a report from TMZ . The alleged altercation happened Friday, Oct. 9, at the Federal Correctional Institution Fort Dix, T...
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Montgomery County, Texas early voting 2026: Polling locations, dates, hours and sample ballots
Early voting begins Oct. 19 in Montgomery County! Find polling locations, voting hours and sample ballots before heading to the polls for the 2026 midterm elections. Election Day is Nov. 3....
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Galveston County early voting 2026: Polling locations, dates, hours and sample ballots
On Monday, the polls will open for early voting in Galveston County for the November 3, 2026 general elections. Find out what early voting locations are open near you....
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4 arrested after $7,000 worth of watermelons stolen in South Texas
Four adults were arrested after authorities recovered approximately $7,000 worth of stolen watermelons during a multi-agency operation in South Texas, according to the Duval County Sheriff’s Office. The operation took place during the early morning hours of Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026,...
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Pope Leo 'slept well' as his lung cancer recovery continues, Vatican says
The pontiff was diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent surgery this week.
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Nov. 3 midterm election: Early voting locations, where to vote in Houston, Southeast Texas
Early voting runs from Oct. 19 to Oct. 30 in Texas for the November 3 midterm election. Here is how to find your early voting polling locations by county in Southeast Texas....
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Hilary Swank, 52, expecting her 3rd child
The Oscar-winning actress is already mom to 3-year-old twins Aya and Ohm.
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Trump says the border is secure. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott keeps declaring an emergency.
Since Abbott first declared a border emergency in 2021, he’s renewed or amended the proclamation at least 69 times. The proclamation has greatly expanded his powers....