Introducing 'After the Flood,' a podcast about the 2025 disaster in the Texas Hill Country
Reporters have been following survivors as they rebuild their lives in the aftermath of one of the deadliest floods in state history.
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Man charged with murder of roommate over rental payments in northwest Harris County, sheriff says
A man is charged with murder of his roommate over an argument about apartment rental payments in northwest Harris County, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
City of Houston passes Whitmire’s $7.5 billion budget for fiscal year 2027
Houston City Council approved Mayor John Whitmire’s budget with a vote of 15 to 1. Council Member Edward Pollard, the sole “no” vote, argued the plan was “fiscally irresponsible.”
STAAR scores are out. Houston ISD posts strongest gains in Algebra I and English I
Scores for the statewide annual assessment, STAAR, were released Wednesday. Houston ISD’s scores largely mirror statewide trends.
FIFA turned NRG Stadium into “Houston Stadium.” Here’s an exclusive look inside
Ahead of the first World Cup match in Houston on June 14 between Germany and Curaçao, NRG Stadium has been turned into a FIFA fan’s dream. Houston Public Media got a look at the field, locker rooms, and more.
Introducing 'After the Flood,' a podcast about the 2025 disaster in the Texas Hill Country
Reporters have been following survivors as they rebuild their lives in the aftermath of one of the deadliest floods in state history.
Brazoria County passes resolution outlining requirements for future data centers
The guidelines include that any future data center or related industry in the Houston-area county must safeguard electric grid reliability, water and energy usage, agricultural land and public infrastructure.
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (June 10, 2026)
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.
League City leaders crack down on public camping, panhandling after increase in homeless encampments
The city now requires written permission to camp on private property and puts limits on what is allowed in public spaces, such as abandoned or unattended personal property.
Hello Houston (June 10, 2026)
Today: We discuss the latest on Texas Children’s Hospital’s planned detransition clinic, talk with actor Adam Brett about the national tour of “CLUE,” learn about an upcoming film screening celebrating Juneteenth, and more.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo proposing mental health leave policy for all county employees
In 2023, Hidalgo took a two-month leave of absence from her role as the county's top elected official to receive treatment for clinical depression at an inpatient care facility outside of Texas.
Harris County mother, teen son dead after shooting on Windy Spring Lane
A mother and her 17-year-old son died after a shooting at a home in southeast Harris County on Monday morning, authorities say.
Gov. Greg Abbott calls for Texas energy regulators to rein in data centers
The governor said the PUCT and ERCOT must take steps to prevent the cost of data center infrastructure from being passed on to electricity customers.
19-year-old arrested for murder in Harris County apartment shooting
A 19-year-old woman is charged with murder after her alleged role in the deadly shooting of a man at a Harris County apartment complex.
As FIFA entices a new generation of fans, a Brazil influencer's platform will stream all 104 games
In Brazil, home of soccer-mad fans and the five-time world champions, the only way to watch all 104 games of the World Cup will be through a streaming platform anchored by an influencer. Elsewhere, users will get to see parts of matches live on YouTube and TikTok for the first...
Weeks before Texas screwworm cases, state lawmakers were warned of devastating consequences
State officials and researchers warned Texas lawmakers in May that New World screwworm was advancing toward the state and could carry a billion-dollar economic toll.
Man shot to death during argument with roommates in NW Harris County, HCSO says
Deputies said the man lives at the apartment and was involved in a fight with two of his roommates, which then escalated to him being shot.
Brazoria County sheriff fires deputy who shot and killed teenager
An investigation into the June 1 fatal shooting of John Mendoza Jr., 18, remains ongoing.
Texas rule targeting smokable hemp is back in effect, but enforcement is unclear
The Texas Fifteenth Court of Appeals has cleared the way for new Department of State Health Services rules governing hemp products to take effect again, including higher fees for businesses and limits on the sale of THCA flower and concentrates. But DSHS says they're still...
Texas’ charter school boom may soon bust, experts caution
Texas’ charters continued growing this school year, but the pace slowed. Experts warn that the enrollment drop facing traditional school districts could also affect charters.
Texas cattle association urges vigilance, not panic, over screwworm outbreak
The head of the Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association says ranchers should report suspected screwworm cases quickly and not panic as Texas responds to the outbreak.
Parents of girls who died at Camp Mystic want their day in court. A judge must decide if they get it
Camp Mystic faces five wrongful death lawsuits. It wants to resolve them out of court, through arbitration.
Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years in fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf at Frisco track meet
A Collin County jury found Karmelo Anthony guilty of fatally stabbing Austin Metcalf at a Frisco high school track meet last year.
The week in politics (June 10, 2026)
On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And writer Lauren Hough discusses a rambling cross-country road trip she took with her dog, which she recounts in her latest book.
2 injured in drive-by shooting in north Houston
Two men were injured in a drive-by shooting in north Houston Tuesday night, according to police.The shooting happened in front of a home in the 800 block of Fair Street.According to Houston Police Department Lt. Willkens, a black Ford Bronco drove up to the residence and several...
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2893: The Magic on Batteries
Episode: 2893 How the batteries work; The electrodes and electrolytes; The Wonders of Electrochemistry. Today, the magic of batteries.
Former HPD officer indicted after allegedly placing GPS tracker on suspect's truck without warrant
A former Houston police officer accused of placing a GPS tracking device on a suspect's truck without a warrant has been indicted by a Harris County grand jury.
Teen charged with murder after 15-year-old killed in north Harris County, sheriff says
A 15-year-old boy is dead and an 18-year-old faces murder charges after a shooting in north Harris County, reportedly over a money dispute, according to officials.
Sheriff: Former roommate detained after deadly shooting in NW Harris County
A man died after being allegedly shot by a former roommate in northwest Harris County, reports Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. The suspect is detained.
18-year-old charged with murder in shooting of teen at Harris County home over alleged owed money
A 18-year-old has been arrested and is charged with murder after a shooting at a home in the Remington Ranch subdivision in north Harris County left a 15-year-old dead Monday night.The shooting happened at a home near Remington Ridge Road and Remington Bend Drive.Deputies...
New Harris County report on sex assaults shows difficulties in reducing and solving crime
According to a new report from the Harris County Sexual Assault Response Team, law enforcement agencies increased their adult sex crimes units, but arrest rates remain low.
Mother and son dead after shooting in the Pearland area
Investigators are searching for answers after a mother and her teenage son died following an incident at a southeast Harris County home.
Mother and teenage son shot to death in southeast Harris County, investigation underway, HCSO says
A death investigation is underway after a mother and her teenage son died on Tuesday, the sheriff's office said.
Teen charged with murder in shooting death of 15-year-old at north Harris County home, sheriff says
According to HCSO, investigators learned that the suspect allegedly shot the victim because he reportedly owed him money.
Former roommate allegedly fatally shoots man off W. Little York in NW Harris County, officials say
Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are at the scene of a fatal shooting just outside the city limits of Houston in northwest Harris County Tuesday.The sheriff’s office said the scene is at an apartment complex located at 7740 W. Little York Road.@HCSOTexas deputies...
Harris County crime: Man killed, suspect detained following shooting on Little York
Harris County authorities are investigating following a deadly shooting in Harris County on Tuesday evening.
Teen dead, another injured after shooting in north Harris County
One teen is dead and another has been charged with murder after a shooting at a home in north Harris County, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
Northwest Houston animal rescue faces financial challenges after power lines are cut
The Houston Police Department’s Media Relations Office said a motive has not been established after an online police report was filed.
Texas GLO chief warns Harris County likely to lose massive flood control grants
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham is warning Houston-area residents that Harris County is in danger of losing nearly $1 billion in federal flood mitigation funding.
Texas teen convicted of murder for stabbing another athlete at a high school track meet
Anthony, now 19, faces up to life in prison after a brief sentencing hearing in which his mother was the only witness. His lawyer had an arm around him when the guilty verdict was announced.
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (June 9, 2026)
For our busy Houston commuters, we have – The Commuter Cut – a special 40-minute version of our show to listen to during your journey home.