Cape Verde’s dream run continues in Houston as it becomes the smallest country into World Cup's knockout stage
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Cape Verde’s dream run continues in Houston as it becomes the smallest country into World Cup's knockout stage
The next World Cup game in Houston is a round-of-32 match between Brazil and Japan on Monday, June 29.
Mother pleads for answers after son killed in Harris County hit-and-run
More than two months after 24-year-old Kevon Clark was killed in a devastating hit-and-run crash on Interstate 45, his mother is making an emotional plea for the public’s help in finding those responsible.According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred on...
Baylor teen health clinics provide free medical care, mental health services
According to the latest U.S. Census data, Texas leads the nation in the number of uninsured residents.Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones is reminding families that free, accessible healthcare is available to young people in need.“It’s called the Baylor teen health clinic,...
2 juveniles rushed to hospital after car crashes into northwest Harris County home, Pct. 1 says
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1 dead following crash in north Harris Co., deputies say; SkyEye13 showed truck with severe damage
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Fort Bend braces for legal fight over Daniel Wong's status as county judge
Wong, the Republican nominee for county judge who was appointed to the role as part of a now-dismissed civil lawsuit, is at odds with the two Democrats on commissioners court who claim his appointment has been invalidated.
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The $1.6 million space-themed outdoor Sugar Land park marks the first all-abilities park funded and built by Fort Bend County. Families in the county, including children with disabilities, can now play in an accessible park.
Ready for liftoff: Galaxy all-abilities Park opens a new chapter in Fort Bend County’s inclusive playgrounds
The $1.6 million space-themed outdoor Sugar Land park marks the first all-abilities park funded and built by Fort Bend County. Families in the county, including children with disabilities, can now play in an accessible park.
Texas State Board of Education votes to add Christian texts to list of required reading materials
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Harris County immigrant legal services program paused as court battle continues
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Galveston leaders narrowly advance controversial Discovery Sands development by approving zoning exemptions
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12-year-old girl finds mother, stepfather dead in apparent murder-suicide at NW Harris County home
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Adopting the state-approved Bluebonnet Learning curriculum for elementary students will come with a funding boost of more than $3 million for the district, which also approved a $2 billion operating budget on Thursday.
Former county engineer appointed as new Harris County Flood Control District Director
Marcus Stuckett was appointed as the new director after the previous director abruptly resigned earlier this month amid questions about leadership.
Air Alliance Houston records spike in pollution following tire fire
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More than $721K seized from city of Hitchcock’s general fund as part of illegal gambling probe
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Houston City Council approves $18 billion, 5-year capital improvement plan. Many existing projects are delayed
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Underdog Cape Verde soccer team will make their final bid in Houston to advance in World Cup
Cape Verde began the 2026 FIFA World Cup ranked 67th in the world. Then it held off the number two team from scoring against them.
Supreme Court undermines TPS program, putting 147,000 immigrants in Texas at risk of deportation
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Houston police officer indicted for alleged sexual assault of a child
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Special education parents in Houston ISD searching for answers ahead of changes in services
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The Supreme Court says the U.S. can turn away asylum seekers at the border
By a 6-3 vote, the high court ruled that federal law allows the government to stop asylum seekers from physically setting foot in the United States, effectively keeping them from applying for asylum.
Harris County appoints Marcus Stuckett as new Flood Control District executive director
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The death toll rises to 164 after major Venezuela earthquakes topple many buildings
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