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Man admits to killing girlfriend in NE Harris County shooting
The suspect reportedly told detectives that his girlfriend threatened to end their relationship before he shot her Saturday evening.
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FIFA World Cup Final 2026: Spain are champions; second time in nation's history
Argentina ultimately fell to Spain 1-0.
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Boxer Hannah Rapp struck by car while riding bicycle, dies at 26, Brazos County Sheriff's Office says
Hannah Rapp, who challenged for the WBC women's featherweight championship in June, died after being hit by a car while riding her bike in Brazos County, officials said....
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18-year-old killed, 20-year-old wounded in shooting outside North Freeway restaurant, HCSO says
A shooting outside a business along the North Freeway left one young man dead and another hospitalized early Sunday, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies were called around 1:30 a.m. to the 12901 block of the North Freeway near Airtex, where they found two......
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1605: The Rush to Height
Episode: 1605 The brief race to build very tall buildings: 1885 to 1931. Today, the brief day of the first skyscrapers.
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Man confesses to shooting, killing woman after she threatened to end their relationship, HCSO says
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said the suspect confessed to murdering the woman he was dating after she threatened to end their relationship. HCSO said the suspect's stepfather is the one who called 911....
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Man charged after fatal shooting in Sheldon-area home on Maritime Drive, HCSO says
A man is now charged in connection with a deadly shooting that happened Saturday evening in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies were called to a home in the 11100 block of Maritime Drive in the Sheldon area just after 6:30 p.m.......
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No arrest after assault report leads to north Houston SWAT scene
Police were initially called to Briaircliff Drive after a man was reportedly seen assaulting a woman.
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Unidentified woman found dead outside vacant trailer in Harris County
Sheriff's deputies are investigating the death of an unidentified woman who was found unresponsive outside an unoccupied trailer early Saturday morning....
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Deputies investigating woman’s death outside trailer in northwest Harris County
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating after a woman was found unresponsive outside a trailer in northwest Harris County early Saturday.Deputies said EMS was called to the 1100 block of Blue Bell Road at about 3 a.m. HCSO said deputies arrived around 3:11......
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SWAT called to north Houston home after reported assault; suspect refused to come outside, police say
Houston police responded to a reported assault in progress early Saturday at a home in the 400 block of Briarcliff Drive, where officers said a man accused of attacking a woman refused to come outside and prompted a SWAT response.Authorities said a caller reported seeing a man......
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1604: Hydrogen
Episode: 1604 In which hydrogen balloons bind science to technology. Today, hydrogen — in 1783.
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Convicted Harris County double killer arrested in New York after skipping prison sentence for nearly 3 years
A man who admitted to killing two teenagers in northwest Harris County was arrested in Brooklyn after spending nearly three years on the run, following a judge's decision to let him remain free over a weekend before he was supposed to begin serving a 50-year prison sentence....
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Minnesota prosecutor talks strategy after deadly Houston ICE shooting
After a man was killed by ICE agents in Houston, the Harris County District Attorney's office is conducting its own investigation and turning to leaders in Minneapolis for guidance....
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1 hospitalized after shooting at SE Houston car wash; fleeing suspect fired shot at pursuing Pct. 2 deputy
The Harris County Pct. 2 Constable’s Office says one person was shot in the chest at a car wash in southeast Houston Friday and the fleeing suspect allegedly fired a shot at a pursuing deputy.It happened in the 10800 block of Sabo Road around noon Friday.The constable’s office......
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Woman sentenced to 3 years after posing as Camp Mystic victim's father, asking for donations, Pct. 1 says
Court documents state that Maitlin Page White, 28, was charged with two felony counts of online impersonation in Harris County.
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 17, 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.
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Hello Houston (July 17, 2026)
Today: We talk with a divorce coach about how to navigate through the uncertainty of a divorce, preview the newest episode of “After the Flood,” hear the newest installment of InnerVIEWS featuring Baylor College of Medicine’s Dr. James McDeavitt, and more....
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As floodwaters rise again, Texas Hill Country bar owner relives last year's devastation
About a year ago, the Guadalupe River destroyed their RV park, where a family was swept away by the raging water.
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Man involved in 2 separate attacks that critically injured victims in NW Harris County, HCSO says
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said deputies found one of the victims on the sidewalk with severe head injuries before being taken to the hospital....
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Gov. Greg Abbott names Robert Howden as Texas secretary of state
Howden, previously Gov. Greg Abbott’s legislative director, succeeds Jane Nelson, whose resignation took effect Friday morning.
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Wes Anderson to make a Houston homecoming benefitting a historic theater
The "Bottle Rocket," "Rushmore" and "Grand Budapest Hotel" filmmaker is celebrating 30 years making movies — and hoping to preserve institutions to inspire the next generation....
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Harris County murder suspect told investigators he was 'afraid' of victim
Harris County officials identified the victim and suspect from the deadly shooting in northeast Harris County on Rolling Creek Drive.
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Academy Award-winner Wes Anderson is campaigning to save Houston’s Garden Oaks Theater
The Houston born-and-raised filmmaker, known for his iconic production and directing style, is joining a movement to save the Garden Oaks Theater in Independence Heights from being demolished in a matter of days....
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New rainbow flags coming to Montrose: 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.
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‘That’s my hero’: Houstonians remember Lorenzo Salgado Araujo at funeral, days after ICE shooting
Hundreds of people attended the public visitation for Salgado Araujo, whose killing has galvanized much of Houston’s Latino community and prompted national questions over ICE’s use of force....
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Ken Paxton's campaign says he will debate James Talarico in Texas' U.S. Senate race
Paxton's campaign said he plans to debate after Talarico challenged him to do so, though it did not commit to a specific host.
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Flood threat continues Friday as rainfall moves to West Texas
At least two people died after extreme flooding hit the Hill Country late Wednesday into Thursday morning.
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Sean Teare on ICE shooting (July 17, 2026)
On Friday's show: We get the latest on dramatic flooding in the Hill Country. And Harris County D.A. Sean Teare discusses his office’s efforts to investigate last week’s shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an ICE agent....
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Texas Sen. John Cornyn appears on the fence about Todd Blanche’s nomination to be Trump’s attorney general
Cornyn, whose reelection defeat Trump ensured in May, expressed concerns during Blanche’s confirmation hearing about President Trump’s “anti-weaponization fund” – which Blanche helped craft as Trump’s personal lawyer....
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1603: Old Galileo
Episode: 1603 Galileo: An old man grieves his daughter and writes his last book. Today, an old man writes his most important book.
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Houston ICE shooting: Hundreds attend Lorenzo Salgado's visitation as Harris County DA seeks federal evidence
Hundreds of mourners, community leaders and elected officials gathered Thursday for the visitation of Lorenzo Salgado, the 35-year Houston resident who was fatally shot by an ICE agent....
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Suspect charged after shooting inside Cypress Kroger; security expert shares tips on how to survive a violent situation
The man accused of opening fire inside a Kroger grocery store in northwest Harris County is now facing a felony charge as investigators continue piecing together what led to the shooting.According to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office, Kaden Ausbrooks has been......
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 16, 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.
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Half Price Books returning to Montrose after Westheimer location closed in 2021
The new location will occupy the 12,446-square-foot building at 3509 Montrose Blvd. The building was previously owned by Soundwaves, a longtime skate and music shop that closed earlier this year after operating since 1997....
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Hello Houston (July 16, 2026)
Today: We talk with James Beard Award-winning Houston chef Adrian Torres, learn more about the Democratic Socialist movement, and receive an update on the effort to save the Garden Oaks Theater. Plus, we share our latest Current Obsessions....
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Texas Tech chair donated $275K to Ken Paxton day before AG intervened in Brendan Sorsby saga
Cody Campbell, a major Texas Tech booster and GOP megadonor, has vocally defended Brendan Sorsby’s right to play amid a legal battle stemming from his betting scandal....
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At least 1 summer camp evacuates, others monitoring as life-threatening floods strike the Hill Country
Camp La Jita, a Girl Scouts camp in Uvalde County, evacuated their camp earlier this week. Others say they are monitoring the weather and preparing to enact safety plans....
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Harris County DA says 'it's inconsistent that drugs' found in Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's van
This comes as the FBI said they saw "white crystal-like substance packaged in small plastic bags" from outside of the van, according to documents.
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W.A. Parish coal plant leads region in cloud-forming pollution, researchers find
The study found that the coal plant creates tiny particles associated with respiratory illness.
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George Santos joins cast of FOX's ‘Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test’
Fifteen celebrities – including former congressman George Santos, sports champions, and reality TV royalty – are about to face the ultimate test of survival on Season 5 of FOX’s “Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test."...
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Suspect in Kroger shooting identified and charged, Harris County Precinct 4 says
The suspected shooter, identified as Kaden Ausbrooks, is facing charges after allegedly shooting a man at a Kroger on Wednesday, according to the constable's office....
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As flooding returns to Hill Country, Texas lawmakers say new safety laws already making a difference
Nearly a year after deadly flooding prompted Texas lawmakers to overhaul the state's flood preparedness laws, officials say some of those changes are already helping. But many of the state's biggest flood mitigation projects remain years from completion....
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Fort Bend Democratic commissioners weigh extending boycott, raising questions about August tax vote
Wong, the Republican nominee for county judge who was appointed to the role as part of a now-dismissed civil lawsuit, dropped his lawsuit against the county attorney in early July, but a court date is still pending in Smith-Lawson's countersuit....
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‘This is our barrio’: Houston’s East End residents say fatal ICE shooting calls for community resilience
The killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by a federal immigration agent has left the predominantly Latino community reeling. But for the neighborhood with a history of activism — and a history of violence at the hands of law enforcement — it’s also a call to action....
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Cypress Kroger shooting: Suspect identified, person shot after domestic disturbance
Harris County officials have identified the suspect in the shooting at a Cypress Kroger store on Wednesday.
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70-year-old employee shoots suspect trying to break into pool hall overnight in north Houston
A suspect in his 20s was shot by the owner of a pool hall in north Houston after trying to break in, HPD said.
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Man charged after shooting inside Cypress Kroger
A Cypress Kroger remained closed Thursday morning after a shooting inside the store sent two men to the hospital and left one of them in critical condition.The shooting happened around 2:50 p.m. Wednesday at the Kroger located at 20355 Cypresswood Drive.2 in critical condition......
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Driver killed when car slams into utility pole in northeast Harris County, authorities say
According to an investigation, the man was driving southbound at a high speed when he failed to drive in a single lane, left the roadway, and hit a utility pole. Authorities said no other vehicle was involved....
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Large swath of Texas facing torrential rain, dangerous flood risk likely to 'break records'
Gov. Greg Abbott said South Central Texas should expect "life threatening catastrophic floods," through Thursday, mainly concentrated around the Nueces River Basin....
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Calls to investigate ICE shooting (July 16, 2026)
On Thursday's show: We recap calls to investigate last week’s shooting by an ICE agent in Magnolia Park. And we discuss the state of transportation in the region....
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1 injured, 3 detained after reported shooting in northwest Harris County, deputies say
Deputies are investigating a reported shooting that left one person injured early Thursday in northwest Harris County.According to Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office, deputy constables responded to the 21000 block of Brushy Canyon Drive around 1:28 a.m. after receiving.....
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2618: Søren Kierkegaard
Episode: 2618 Søren Kierkegaard: Christian Existentialist. Today, an exit.
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Family demands answers after 43-year-old man dies following Houston police Taser incident
The Harris County Medical Examiner has ruled the death of Alejandro Corona Jr. a homicide, months after he died following a Taser deployment by Houston police outside his east Houston home....
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Houston City Council approved local agreement to add more affordable housing
On Wednesday, Houston City Councilmembers approved an agreement between the City of Houston and Harris County for Texas Reinvestment Zone Number 2.
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Montgomery County human trafficking operation leads to 61 arrests, 28 victims rescued during FIFA World Cup
A months-long operation targeting human trafficking and child exploitation during the FIFA World Cup led to dozens of arrests and the recovery of nearly 30 victims, according to Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable Ryan Gable....
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Harris County could face increased fees, and program cuts to close its $129M deficit
Faced with a nearly $130 million deficit, Harris County officials are working on a way to close it, and we've learned it could include increased fees and program cuts....
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Harris County crime: Driver of stolen vehicle in custody after fleeing from authorities
A suspect is in custody after attempting to flee from Harris County authorities in a reported stolen vehicle.
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 15, 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.
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2 men injured after shots fired inside Kroger in northwest Harris County, Pct. 4 says
Two men are in critical condition after shots were fired inside a Kroger store on Wednesday afternoon in northwest Harris County, according to Harris County Constable Precinct 4 deputies....