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Houston congresswoman says man killed by ICE wasn’t intended target of agents, who weren’t wearing body cams

Residents ask Harris County commissioners to cancel Flock contract over surveillance concerns

Residents showed up to Harris County commissioners court to voice their concerns and demand that officials cancel contracts related to Flock safety cameras....

Houston ICE shooting: Harris County Medical Examiner lists cause of death following shooting

The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences has released its report following the deadly ICE shooting in East Houston that took the life of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo....

Harris County ME rules Houston ICE shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo a homicide

The Harris County Medical Examiner has ruled the manner of death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo a homicide.Records from the medical examiner’s office shows Araujo died from a “penetrating gunshot wound of the torso.”A ruling of homicide from the medical examiner is not the same as in....

Houston ICE shooting: Harris County DA investigating, warns of evidence access

Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare confirmed that they are conducting an investigation in connection to the deadly ICE shooting that occurred earlier this week....

Health departments for Houston, Harris County report 34 cases of cyclosporiasis

The intestinal illness linked to unwashed raw produce, which can cause "explosive" bowel movements, is usually not life-threatening, according to the CDC....

Baker Hughes to lay off 174 workers in northwest Houston plant closure

The layoffs come amidst ongoing uncertainty in the industry caused by the United States and Israel's war with Iran.

Federal judge dismisses City of Hitchcock lawsuit that sought return of $721K seized by Galveston County

The money, which amounts to 9% of Hitchcock's annual operating budget, was seized from the city's general fund bank account in June after authorities alleged it was tied to illegal gambling....

LIVE RADAR: Showers and thunderstorms develop across Houston area

Showers and thunderstorms are developing across parts of the Houston area Thursday.As of 3 p.m., most of the storms are located in parts of southwest Harris County and east Fort Bend County.Track it all on our live radar:Check the latest weather alertsCheck real-time traffic......

Houston Mayor John Whitmire says HPD can’t investigate ICE shooting. Legal experts disagree

“Suppose a federal officer, while he was working, shot the mayor,” a legal expert said. “Is everyone going to claim that he can't be prosecuted for murder just because he was on duty at the time? No, of course not.”...

Harris County prosecutor will investigate ICE shooting but cautions that feds control access to evidence

Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare said Thursday his office is committed to investigating the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by a federal immigration agent but cautioned that local prosecutors face challenges accessing evidence. His comment came amid mounting......

Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 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.

Hello Houston (July 9, 2026)

Today: We discuss the growing number of maternal healthcare deserts in Texas, learn about a new residency from Houston-based photographer Violeta Alvarez, and talk with Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare....

Exclusive: Harris County DA says his office is investigating fatal ICE shooting in Houston

There have been widespread calls for an independent investigation since the Tuesday shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by a federal immigration agent....

Deadly crash forces closure of Cypress Creek Parkway in north Harris County, sheriff's office says

A fatal crash between a motorcycle and a car led to the closure of Cypress Creek Parkway in north Harris County while an investigation was conducted, according to HCSO....

Tracking strong storms from Katy to east Harris County.

Prepare for scattered showers and storms this weekend into the early week, as tropical moisture will support pockets of heavy downpours that could lead to street flooding on both Sunday and Monday.Check out radar here:Sunday’s Rain timeline:The showers and thunderstorms will not....

Mexico is preparing legal action after ICE fatally shot a Mexican national in Houston

Mexico is preparing legal action after a Mexican national was fatally shot Tuesday during what ICE described as a targeted enforcement operation in Houston. President Claudia Sheinbaum called the shooting part of a broader pattern of mistreatment of Mexican migrants....

Judge orders Texas to admit all mentally ill jail detainees to state facilities within 21 days

The order came as part of a federal lawsuit over long wait times for Texas detainees who need their mental competency restored in a state hospital before trial....

Talarico polling stronger with Texas' Black voters than expected, but enthusiasm questions remain

Recent polling from The Texas Politics Project suggests Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico is performing better with Black voters than his predecessors were at this point in their campaigns....

Passenger killed after pickup truck collides with dump truck in north Harris County, Pct. 4 says

Deputies said they're investigating a deadly crash involving a pickup and a dump truck near Bammel Road on Thursday.

Klein Oak junior begins journey to raise first show heifer after winning Houston Rodeo calf scramble

For most fans at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, the calf scramble lasts only a few exciting moments. For Klein Oak High School junior Andrew Marks, it marked the beginning of a months-long journey.After winning the 2026 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo calf scramble,......

Woman killed, man rescued after major crash near Bammel Road in northwest Harris County

A woman was killed in a major crash Thursday morning near Bammel Road and Greenbrook Drive in northwest Harris County, according to the Office of Harris County Constable Mark Herman.Deputies responded to the crash and found a man and woman inside one of the vehicles......

Hundreds march in protest of fatal ICE shooting in Houston's Magnolia Park

Lorenzo Salgado Araujo died early Tuesday during what ICE described as a "targeted enforcement operation." The protesters called for an end to such immigration operations in Houston....

1 dead in Harris County crash on Bammel, Greenbrook involving dump truck, pickup

One person is dead after a crash involving a pickup truck and a dump truck in north Harris County, authorities say.

Passenger killed when driver loses control of vehicle, crashes into tree in northwest Houston, HPD says

A vehicle passenger died overnight after authorities said the driver lost control in north Houston.

Recent DOJ opinion could 'undermine' rights of people with disabilities, say Texas advocacy orgs

Texas advocacy groups warn a recent opinion from the U.S. Department of Justice could lead to an increase in institutionalization for people with disabilities. More than 25 organizations have signed a joint statement urging policymakers to protect the rights of people with......

James Talarico raises over $30 million in second quarter, campaign says, more than triple Ken Paxton’s sum

The Austin Democrat’s haul is a record for a U.S. Senate candidate in the second quarter of an election year and is nearly three times what Beto O’Rourke raised in the same period in 2018....

Survey: More than 141,000 Houston-area adults experienced temporary homelessness in 2025

A new survey from the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston/Harris County and Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research is offering a broader look at housing instability across the Houston region.The study estimates that approximately 141,000 adults experienced......

Protestors demand accountability after fatal ICE shooting in East End (July 9, 2026)

The death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston's East End has intensified recent community frustrations over public safety, environmental concerns, policing, and whether elected officials are adequately addressing residents' needs....

The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2614: Pixels

Episode: 2614 Engineering Pictures Made of Pixels. Today, painting with pixels.

Man charged with making terroristic threats at Heights apartment complex

A 33-year-old man accused of making terroristic threats during a standoff at a Heights apartment complex has been booked into the Harris County Jail, according to Houston police.Police identified the man as Kenneth Easton. Investigators say Easton was armed and threatened to......

Fatal ICE shooting in Houston comes amid sharp surge in Trump’s deportation push

A resident of Houston’s predominantly Latino East End neighborhood, where Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was fatally shot, says ICE has increased its presence in recent weeks....

Harris County DA investigators return to east Houston scene of ICE agent shooting that killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo

Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare is urging anyone who witnessed Tuesday’s fatal ICE shooting in east Houston to come forward as his office conducts a parallel review into the death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.‘A hardworking Mexican man’: Son of man killed by ICE in......

Democrats are calling for an investigation into Houston ICE shooting. Republicans have been mostly silent

Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was fatally shot by an ICE agent on Tuesday during what the agency called a "targeted enforcement operation."

Galveston County DA reports spike in domestic violence, announces expanded outreach

Galveston County officials said three murders involving domestic violence were committed over the course of a week in late June.

Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 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.

Hello Houston (July 8, 2026)

Today: We discuss the fatal ICE shooting that occurred in Houston with Alejandra Salinas, Sylvia Garcia, and Abbie Kamin, learn about the Houston Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, and talk about the importance of contemplative spaces....

Former Astros pitcher, two-time World Series champion Justin Verlander to retire after 2026 season

Justin Verlander, who has amassed three Cy Young Awards, two World Series championships and an MVP award in what undoubtedly is a Hall of Fame career, on Wednesday announced that he'll retire at the end of the 2026 season....

Special panel upholds reprimand of Harris County District Judge Natalia Cornelio

The three-judge panel agreed with the State Commission on Judicial Conduct in its action against Judge Natalia Cornelio.

Relatives of Houston man fatally shot by ICE agent describe him as ‘hard-working family man’

Lorenzo Salgado Araujo had lived in the United States for more than 30 years and was working his way through the process of obtaining legal immigration status, according to his family....

Houston city officials approve home repair program for damage from Hurricane Beryl and derecho

The $45 million program will alleviate but not erase the housing damage caused by the 2024 storms.

Mayor Whitmire: No Houston police involvement in fatal ICE shooting

In his first public comments on the matter, Houston Mayor John Whitmire said his office is monitoring the shooting but stressed that Houston police officers were not involved in the incident....

ICE-involved incident reported in Spring, HCSO confirms

An incident involving the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is being reported at a residence in Spring, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.The incident is unfolding in the 22000 block of Saint Winfred Drive in the Chancel subdivision.ICE agent shoots, kills......

One year after deadly July 4 floods, Kerr County residents say they're more prepared for disasters

Even after seeing what can happen when the Guadalupe River swells, residents in neighborhoods hit hardest by the 2025 floods say they've never considered leaving. Miles Murayama stays for his neighbors and the usual peacefulness of the river....

Approximately 10,000 to be added to Houston's public housing waitlists

The 56,000 total applicants will be notified about their waitlist status at the end of July, according to Housing Alliance HTX.

Former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland had early stage CTE at time of death

Kneeland had a brain abnormality linked to repeated head trauma when he died by suicide after a high-speed chase with police in November 2025. The findings of a postmortem analysis of Kneeland's brain tissue were released Tuesday by his family through the Concussion & CTE......

YMCA of Greater Houston, Reliant bring lifesaving swim skills to 320 underserved children this summer

When summer arrives in Houston, the water is calling — but for too many children, it can turn deadly in an instant. A string of drownings in Harris County over the weekend has renewed urgency around a critical question: do kids have the water safety skills they need to survive?.....

Ken Paxton vowed to crack down on 'illegal voting.' He may have violated Texas election law

The Texas attorney general appears to have used an address where he did not live while voting in six elections in the past two years — despite his warning voters that “it is illegal to misrepresent your residence on election records.”...

Houstonian Killed by ICE (July 8, 2026)

On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup.

Texas Medical Association proposes age limit on prediction markets to prevent gambling 'addiction'

The Texas Medical Association has concerns about how prediction market platforms, like Kalshi and Polymarket, could lead more young adults to develop gambling addictions. The organization wants state lawmakers to implement regulations on the new trend, including restricting......

Driver killed after Camaro crashes into light pole, catches fire in north Houston

A driver was killed Wednesday after a fiery single-vehicle crash along the Eastex Freeway feeder road in north Houston, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.The crash happened around 1:38 a.m. in the 13900 block of the Eastex Freeway feeder road.Child shocked after......

Texas Stock Exchange launches trading in test of upstart’s challenge to Wall Street

The exchange represents the most well-funded challenge to the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ duopoly of U.S. stock trading.

Child injured after lightning strikes home while he was using computer in NW Harris County: Pct. 4

Deputies say that an electrical current surged through the home's wiring, prompting a small fire in the attic and electrocuting the homeowner's son while he was using a computer....

Child injured after lightning strikes home in Harris County

A child was injured after lighting struck a home in Harris County on Tuesday evening, officials said.

Child shocked after lightning strikes Cypress home, current travels through wiring to computer

Authorities say a child was shocked after lightning struck a home in Cypress and the current traveled through the home’s wiring into a computer the child was using.The Harris County Pct. 4 Constable’s Office says it happened in the 14400 block of Cypress View Drive.Officials say....

ICE agent fatally shoots man in Houston during ‘targeted enforcement operation’

A spokesperson for the federal agency alleged that Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, whom ICE identified as a Mexican man without legal status in the U.S., attempted to run over an ICE officer before he was shot....

Funeral held in The Woodlands for fallen Montgomery County deputy

Deputy Erika Serrato, 24, was struck and killed by a truck on June 28 while directing traffic at a crash scene.

Constable investigating after man claims ownership of Houston home where Lee Gilley allegedly killed his wife

The Heights home was turned over to the family of Christa Bauer Gilley, who was murdered at the home in 2024, according to Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen....

Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 7, 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.

Argentina completes comeback, beats Egypt 3-2 to reach World Cup quarterfinals

Trailing 2-0 against Egypt with 11 minutes of regulation time to play on Tuesday, the defending champions rallied for an improbable 3-2 victory.