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Trump awards Artemis II crew medals of honor, signs order calling for Space Academy during Houston stop
Each of the four astronauts were awarded the Congressional Space Medal of Honor, one of the highest distinctions for NASA astronauts. Trump …
Harris County DA's Office evaluating which charges to present to grand jury in ICE shooting case
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare announced on Hello Houston his office was at a "tipping point" in the investigation into the fata…
4-year-old girl dies after finding mom's gun in closet, shooting herself: Harris County, Texas Sheriff's Office
A 4-year-old girl died after finding her mom's gun in a closet and shooting herself, the Harris County, Texas Sheriff's Office said.
Fighter jets intercept five aircraft over Houston for violating restrictions as Trump visits NASA
According to the FAA, violating a temporary flight restriction can result in civil penalties and criminal charges.
How do some Houston restaurants last for decades when others come and go?
Houston Matters visits three of the city's longest-enduring restaurants to find out the secret to their success.
Dan Patrick’s banned book list: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week
The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.
9-year-old riding electric dirt bike hospitalized after crash in north Harris County
A young boy is in the hospital after being hit by a vehicle while riding an electric bike late Thursday night, according to Harris County Pr…
Houston water utility to resume late payment shutoffs. Here’s how to get assistance with water bills
The city and some nonprofits offer financial assistance and payment plans for utility bills.
Harris County shooting: 4-year-old dead after accidentally shooting self, HCSO says
Harris County authorities are investigating after a young child was killed in a shooting late Thursday night.
How restaurants survive (Aug. 28, 2026)
On Friday's show: We visit three of Greater Houston's longest-tenured restaurants to find out how they've endured in an ever-changing culina…
Houston Weather: Scattered thunderstorms moving across Southeast Texas
WEATHER ALERTSSevere Thunderstorm Warning for Harris County and Montgomery County until 5:30 p.m.Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Harris Coun…