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.
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Man detained after allegedly shooting former roommate to death in NW Harris County, sheriff says
One man is dead after being allegedly shot by his former roommate in northwest Harris County on Tuesday, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
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 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.
Homicide detectives investigating deaths of mother, son in Pearland area
Investigators are searching for answers after a mother and her teenage son died following an incident at a southeast Harris County 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...
One teen dead, another critically injured after shooting in north Harris County, sheriff says
A late-night shooting left two teens fighting for their lives. Now, investigators say one of the victims has died as detectives search for answers.
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.
Where new data centers hope to open (June 9, 2026)
On Tuesday's show: Where do large data centers plan to open across the state? Information from ERCOT shows there are some hot spots.
Man in his early 20s shot to death outside northwest Harris County apartment complex
Investigators are searching for suspects after a man was shot and killed outside an apartment complex in northwest Harris County late Monday night, according to authorities.The shooting happened around 11 p.m. near the 14300 block of Ella Boulevard, close to Kuykendahl...
Teen killed, another injured in overnight shooting at North Harris County home
A 15-year-old is dead, and an 18-year-old was injured following an overnight shooting at a home in north Harris County, according to investigators.The shooting happened Monday night at a home near Remington Ridge Road and Remington Bend Drive.Woman fatally shot at Houston...
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Episode: 3380 What underlies a term from physics: Ergodic (or Ergodicity). Today, let us steal a word from physics.
Harris County shooting: 2 teens critically injured in shooting on Remington Ridge
Harris County authorities are investigating after a shooting sent two teens to the hospital with critical injuries.
After half-century on death row, Houston man gets life
After being a death row inmate for nearly 50 years, Clarence Jordan, 70, had his death sentence reduced to life. The ruling came Monday after a hearing before Harris County Judge Katherine Thomas.“I am just glad that we’re able to accomplish this after so many years,” said Ben...
Historic Elissa ship leaves Galveston for voyage across the country
The 1877 “tall ship” Elissa is a square-rigged iron barque that currently serves as a floating museum in Galveston. However, she’s still in shape to sail. The voyage is part of Sail250, a global gathering of tall ships and military ships to celebrate the country’s 250th...
Housing Alliance HTX to open public housing waitlist this month
When the application period closes on July 6, Housing Alliance HTX will select applicants through a randomized lottery system. Applicants can expect to be notified of their lottery status in late July.
Houstonians report difficulties paying energy bills, UH Hobby School survey finds
About one in eight survey respondents spend more than 10% of their annual income on energy costs.
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...
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (June 8, 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.