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The ban, which was reportedly requested by the Harris County Fire Marshal's Office, is in response to prolonged dry conditions in parts of unincorporated Harris County, officials said....
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Harris County is putting $1.4 million toward around-the-clock ankle monitor oversight, a direct response to the high-profile case of a capital murder defendant who cut off his device and fled to Italy months before his scheduled trial.Commissioners approved the funding as part......
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The move comes amid privacy concerns and growing public mistrust of Flock cameras nationwide. Most recently, two Houston-area communities suspended their use of Flock Safety cameras in response to resident concerns....
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State-appointed superintendent Mike Miles tapped Kristen Hole to become deputy superintendent in February. The district said she is leaving to reunite with her family, who moved out of state in the spring....
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Harris County homeowners will be paying more property taxes after Commissioners Court approved higher tax rates Thursday, adding another expense to household budgets already dealing with the cost of housing, insurance, groceries and utilities. Commissioners approved the tax......
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For 90 days, outdoor fires other than the ones allowed could lead to fines and/or charges.
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Today: We talk with Houston Astros Spanish play by play broadcaster Francisco Romero, former DHS special agent Eric Balliet discusses his book "Kingpins & Coyotes," and we do our regular Thursday features “HPM in Focus” and “Current Obsessions.”...
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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is criticizing the county’s newly approved budget, calling it “irresponsible” and “unsustainable” after Commissioners Court approved the largest property tax hike in county history.Hidalgo spoke to reporters Thursday after commissioners approved.....
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The Environmental Protection Agency made an announcement, but was anything discussed that could ease prices at the pump? Source
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Combined Arms’ Civic After Service initiative particularly hopes to reach immigrant veterans who are preparing to vote for the first time. The initiative is launching Sept. 17 to coincide with Constitution Day and Citizenship Day....
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Energy officials from around the world gathered in Houston for a G20 summit focused on making energy more abundant, reliable and affordable. The meeting came as global disruptions pushed oil and fuel prices higher, while the Trump administration announced changes to greenhouse......
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Harris County homeowners will be paying more property taxes after Commissioners Court approved higher tax rates Thursday, adding another expense to household budgets already dealing with the cost of housing, insurance, groceries and utilities. Commissioners approved the tax......
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A man was hospitalized after being shot during a drive-by shooting at a bowling alley on Wednesday night, according to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.Deputies responded to AMF Diamond Lanes in the 200 block of North Forest Boulevard after receiving reports of......
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Subscribe to The Y’all — a weekly dispatch about the people, places and policies defining Texas, produced by Texas Tribune journalists living in communities across the state.HOUSTON — As executive director of the Harris County Domestic Violence Coordinating Council, Barbie......
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FOX 26 is spotlighting Westfield Fire Chief Adrian Dillehay for Hispanic Heritage Month to highlight his impact on Northeast Harris County.
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Harris County commissioners have made their votes on the proposed property tax rate increases intended to help close an estimated $181 million budget shortfall....
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Energy officials from around the world gathered in Houston for a G20 summit focused on making energy more abundant, reliable and affordable. The meeting came as global disruptions pushed oil and fuel prices higher, while the Trump administration announced changes to greenhouse......
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Harris County commissioners will make their final vote on Thursday to decide on the proposed property tax rate increases.
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Harris County commissioners are set to vote Thursday on a property tax rate increase that would be the largest in county history if approved.RELATED: Harris County property taxes rising again: What it could mean for homeownersThe proposed rate is the maximum commissioners can......
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A man went missing along Katy Hockley Road on Tuesday morning.
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Today: We discuss the latest on the U.S.-Canada trade war, discuss a new series about the disappearance of Houston native Austin Tice, and learn about the REELpoetry International Film Festival. Plus, this week’s “On the Marquee.”...
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HCSO said two men were operating a drone when it crashed in a wooded area. After finding it, one of them reportedly went back for a missing part but never returned....
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The Houston Public Media Foundation today announced the appointment of new directors and officers to its board. Michael Stewart has been named president of the board of directors, succeeding John Bradshaw, who will continue to serve the board in an ex-officio role as immediate......
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On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And a new documentary delves into the life and career of Houston-native WNBA star Brittney Griner....
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With Election Day approaching, Harris County election officials are testing thousands of pieces of voting equipment as part of an effort to demonstrate how ballots are handled and build public trust in the process.But when KPRC 2 asked people at Discovery Green whether they......
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Harris County homeowners are facing another increase in their county property-tax burden as commissioners move forward with a budget that would increase spending by hundreds of millions of dollars.The proposed budget would increase county spending by about 12 percent, or roughly....
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Stats show infant hunger is at record levels in Harris County, prompting the first-ever formula drive in partnership with the City of Houston.
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The charges were dismissed in April 2025 against the former deputy who is accused of assaulting an 18-year-old girl in 2023.
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Today: We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Houston’s next generation of food entrepreneurs, talk with author and motivational speaker Chantell Preston, and learn about the annual BIPOC Book Fest. Plus, this week’s "Five Simple Questions."...
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After Houston Public Media asked about the grant, Mayor John Whitmire’s office said it was “requesting clarification” on the guidelines.
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The candidates will respond to questions from four experienced journalists on critical issues such as budget, transportation, flood control and taxes.
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An investigation is underway after the Houston Police Department says that two men were found dead in north Houston on Monday night.
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A man came down from a roof safely Tuesday after reportedly evading a traffic stop and climbing onto a nearby residence in north Harris County, authorities said.The incident happened in the 6000 block of Downwood Forest, near Antoine Drive and West Mount Houston Road.To our......
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On Tuesday's show: A member of the Houston Chronicle editorial board explains why it's not enough to simply condemn the racist comments of a GOP political candidate. And we consider how our understanding of postpartum depression and psychosis have changed over the years....
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A neighbor’s report of a foul odor coming from a north Houston home led to the discovery of two bodies inside Monday evening.The discovery was made at a home on Downey Street, near Little York Road.Police say responding officers entered the home and found the bodies of the two......
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Deputies said they received reports of a driver doing donuts in the parking lot before the vehicle took off, lost control, and crashed.
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The Harris County Precinct 3 Constable's Office is changing its procedures after ABC13 began asking questions about how the office informs people they could be evicted soon....
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The Harris County Sheriff's Office has identified the victim who was killed after chasing an apparent armed robbery suspect on Sunday.
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Hunt, an ally of the president, finished a distant third in the Senate Republican primary in Texas earlier this year.
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A representative said the company was "conducting air monitoring in and around the site to help ensure the protection of our people, the community, and the environment."...
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A Sept. 9 ruling by the Texas Supreme Court denied Richard Vega's lawsuit against Harris County Commissioners Court, which argued Commissioner Adrian Garcia effectively vacated his seat in 2021 when he was appointed to the Gulf Coast Protection District....
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Today: We find out what Houstonians should know about the recently approved COVID vaccine, discuss what we can expect from the Houston Texans this season, learn about a rare Salvador Dalí collection coming to Houston, and more....
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Detectives said the injured victim followed the suspect in a car and was on the phone with 911, giving them their location before he was found dead.
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The Houston Dash have fired coach Fabrice Gautrat and technical director Twila Kilgore. The team announced Sunday that Jaime Frias will be the Dash’s interim head coach for the rest of the season....
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In this episode, University of Houston political science professor and “Party Politics” co-host, Brandon Rottinghaus, explores the history and meaning behind Houston's seal and flag in recognition of the city’s 190th birthday....
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Deputies said a caller reportedly followed a robbery suspect in north Harris County before the shooting happened. HCSO did not say whether the victim is the 911 caller....
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On Monday's show: The Texas Supreme Court has blocked Galveston County from using a new precinct map in the November election. And we consider what words and themes should be included in a Houston anthem....
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A 24-year-old man is dead, and three teenagers, including two girls, have been hospitalized after their vehicle crashed while fleeing from Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies in north Houston late Sunday night.According to HCSO, deputies received a call around 11 p.m. about.....
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A suspended Houston immigration lawyer now facing federal fraud charges was previously sued by an engineering company and five employees who accused her of accepting more than $100,000 for immigration work she never completed.In February 2024, a Harris County judge entered a......
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A 34-year-old man was fatally shot Sunday after chasing suspects who robbed him at gunpoint in the Aldine area.Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the incident started when they received a call from a person who said he had been robbed at gunpoint and was pursuing the......
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A 911 caller reportedly chased down the suspect, then reported that he had been shot.
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Jay Young Jung was killed last summer after two people reportedly shot at his vehicle.
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According to officials, there was a fight outside the bar near Highway 6 before the victim was shot and killed while driving away in a vehicle.
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A Harris County jury has found a man guilty of continuous sexual abuse of a child, but the victim and her mother are speaking out, warning that there may be additional victims in the community....
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President Donald Trump on Sunday presented the championship trophy to golfer Shane Lowry after the Irishman won the Irish Open tournament that was played at Trump's golf resort in the country. It's no secret that the Republican president loves the game of golf. He likes to......
