What are the financial benefits of higher interest rates? Experts explain
The Federal Reserve recently raised interest rates for the first time since 2023.
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: KTRK / ABC, as published by ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) · · 1 min read
The Federal Reserve recently raised interest rates for the first time since 2023.

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A teenager was hit and killed by an SUV in the Channelview area, with the suspect fleeing the scene, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) · Nov 8, 2026
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Texans interested in working in Gov.-elect Gina Hinojosa’s incoming administration can now submit their resumes through a newly launched transition website. Hinojosa’s transition team launched the website this weekend as it begins preparing for the incoming administration and fil...
KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local · Nov 8, 2026

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A dark-colored SUV reportedly struck the victim near Sheldon Road on Saturday night.
FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local · Nov 8, 2026

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Relive Thanksgiving magic: Disney and Macy's release nostalgic parade collection.
ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) · Nov 8, 2026

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Authorities said the man being robbed had a friend who showed up and shot the armed robber in the chest before fleeing the scene with the victim.
ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) · Nov 8, 2026
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A 16-year-old boy was killed Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle that left the scene in Channelview, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. The crash happened around 9:30 p.m. Nov. 7 in the 16000 block of Ridlon. Investigators said a witness saw a dark-colore...
KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local · Nov 8, 2026

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Hakeem Jeffries, who is expected to become the next speaker of the House, was interviewed on "This Week" following Democrats' historic victories in Tuesday's election....
ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) · Nov 8, 2026

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An armed robbery suspect was shot and killed outside a southwest Houston convenience store late Saturday after a friend of the victim intervened, Houston police said....
FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local · Nov 8, 2026

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A woman died early Sunday after jumping from a moving vehicle in west Harris County, leading sheriff's deputies to arrest the driver on a driving while intoxicated charge....
FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local · Nov 8, 2026

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A woman is dead after being hit by a car she fell out of, and her boyfriend, who was driving, is facing charges, the Harris County Sheriff's Office said....
ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) · Nov 8, 2026

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"Lawyer up," the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee said.
ABC13 Houston (KTRK / ABC) · Nov 8, 2026
safety
Expect to see some dry time in the late morning and early afternoon before showers return through Sunday evening. Models timing is inconsistent so keep umbrella near by just in case rain timing shifts by a few hours. Track it all on our live radar: Check the latest weather alerts...
KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local · Nov 8, 2026