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.
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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.
Houston ISD reforms spreading with growing state takeovers of Texas schools
Several leaders and programs from HISD have gone on to oversee other struggling districts.
13-year-old girl reported missing from north Harris County apartment complex for nearly a month
The Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office is searching for a missing girl last seen in the Greenspoint area.
Hello Houston (June 9, 2026)
Today: We discuss a new study that looks at how residents view their communities, learn about a new contemporary dance double bill from ISHISA Dance Company, break down Houston’s growing apartment market, and more.
Texas AG Ken Paxton opens investigation into FIFA over 2026 World Cup ticket sales
The investigation comes days before World Cup matches begin in Texas. Paxton says some fans may have been misled about seat locations when purchasing tickets.
NASA announces all-male crew for upcoming Artemis III mission, slated for next year
Coming on the heels of the historic mission around the moon and back earlier this year—which brought the first woman in lunar territory—NASA has picked a racially diverse albeit all-male crew for next year’s mission in low Earth orbit.
Suspect in custody after leading Pct. 3 deputies on nearly 40-mile chase, constable's office says
A chase suspect is in custody after leading deputies on a pursuit early Tuesday morning.
Man gunned down outside north Harris County home, HCSO said
Authorities said they were told by witnesses that the victim does not live in the area but was visiting someone when he was shot.
Mother, son dead after being found shot in southeast Harris County
A mother and son are both reported dead after being found wounded in southeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
USDA rebukes Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller over screwworm comments
Federal officials say rapid reporting is critical to stopping the flesh-eating parasite from becoming established in Texas. Miller suggested some ranchers may hesitate to report cases because of quarantine restrictions.
World’s largest data center market? One Houston-area suburb prepares for Texas’ tech boom
Texas is poised to become the world’s largest data center market in the next four years, according to the Data Center Coalition. But the vast expansion of data centers in the state has drawn growing concerns from residents and elected officials in the greater Houston-area...
Texas Republicans won by going all-in on MAGA. Now they have to sell it to everyone else
Some political scientists in the state believe going all-in on MAGA may have drawn a line in the sand, potentially hampering how well GOP nominees attract swing voters.
Harris County shooting: Man killed at apartment complex on Ella Blvd
A man was killed in a shooting at a north Harris County apartment complex on Monday night, authorities say.
Screwworm detections in Texas grow amid expanding response
New cases involving a calf in La Salle County and a goat in Gillespie County bring Texas' total to five confirmed detections in less than a week. Federal officials are also investigating an infested dog linked to New Mexico and Mexico.
Mother and teenage son killed in SE Harris County; timeline of emergency calls reveals complex response
Authorities are investigating after a woman and her teenage son died Tuesday morning in southeast Harris County, with emergency calls unfolding over several hours and investigators still working to determine how and when the shootings occurred.The first call came in around 5:30...
Investigators search for suspects after deadly Harris County shooting
A late-night visit turned deadly when a man was shot and killed outside a Harris County apartment complex. Investigators are now searching for possible suspects.