Texas flooding: Kerr County begins recovery efforts
Recovery efforts are ongoing in Kerr County. The county received 20 inches of rain over the past few days, which led to lots of flooding.
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Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office lieutenant admits to improper use of Flock cameras per docs
Documents obtained by ABC13 show a Fort Bend Co. Sheriff's Office Lieutenant used Flock cameras to look up one license plate 41 times and another plate 148 times from January 2022 through December 2025.
MacGregor residents say developers are ignoring deed restrictions in their area
Residents in the MacGregor area of southeast Houston say new houses are being built in their neighborhood that never should have been allowed in the first place.
A 7.3 earthquake hits Mexico-Guatemala border with no major damage reported; at least 2 injured
A strong earthquake struck the southern Mexican Pacific coast on Friday, right on the border with Guatemala, and was felt from Mexico City to El Salvador.
Men sue hospital after DNA tests showed they were switched at birth 38 years ago
The families of two men discovered through DNA tests that they were switched at birth 38 years ago.
Where is Kalie Goodwin? Man suspected of Baytown woman's murder indicted on kidnapping: Officials
Quan Flowers, 41, is said to be involved in the suspected murder and disappearance of then 24-year-old Kalie Goodwin.
Get ready for a dry, hazy, and hot weekend
Dry air and high pressure will give us a hazy, hot, and rain free weekend!
Father, son accused of kidnapping US Forest Service workers near Mt. Shasta
A father and son face federal charges after allegedly kidnapping two U.S. Forest Service employees near Mt. Shasta and holding them hostage for nearly 15 hours before surrendering to law enforcement.
Forest Service workers held hostage at gunpoint by father, son in CA forest for hours: Authorities
Law enforcement in far Northern California announced the arrests of a father and his adult son in the alleged kidnapping of two U.S. Forest Service workers, who are safe and free after being zip-tied and held at gunpoint for nearly 15 hours in a trailer in a remote area.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Taylor Farms recalling all central Mexico iceberg lettuce from US market
Taylor Farms said Friday that it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced at a central Mexico farm from the United States market.
Texas flooding: Kerr County begins recovery efforts
Recovery efforts are ongoing in Kerr County. The county received 20 inches of rain over the past few days, which led to lots of flooding.
Taylor Farms pulls Mexico iceberg lettuce as cyclospora outbreak investigation expands
Taylor Farms said it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after the FDA linked a cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce.
Dom Taylor, chef who won Netflix's 'Five Star Chef,' dies at 44
Chef Dom Taylor, known for his approach to celebrating Caribbean cuisine and winner of Netflix's "Five Star Chef," has died.
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.
Argentina to face Spain in the World Cup final: What to know
Argentina's Lionel Messi could add another milestone to his storied career on Sunday by winning his second World Cup title.
Texas buys first state-owned firefighting helicopters to fight wildfires
Texas is launching its first state-owned firefighting fleet with a $257 million helicopter purchase to speed up wildfire response and protect communities.
Houston weather: Hotter, drier pattern to return this weekend
After a few rain chances on Friday, a very warm and dry pattern will take shape over Houston for the weekend.
Abbott declares major disaster in 28 Texas counties as flood recovery begins
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott declared a major disaster Friday in 28 Texas counties that have been impacted by this week’s flooding in the Hill Country.
Family of Donike Goncaj, grandmother killed after falling into open New York City manhole, accuses utility company of negligence in lawsuit
The family of Donike Goncaj, a grandmother killed after falling into an open New York City manhole, accuses a utility company of negligence in a wrongful death lawsuit.
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.
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.
METRORail train struck by Houston Fire vehicle near Museum District
Three people on the train reported injuries after the crash.
Blitz Build 2026 kicks off home construction in Habitat for Humanity's new Marble Creek community
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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.
Mullin threatens to withhold aid from states that don’t comply with DHS election directives
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin threatened to strip states of federal election-related aid if they don't comply with the administration's voting roll probe.
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.
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
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US military launches strikes on Iran 7th night in a row; fighting escalates over Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military says it's launched strikes on Iran for a seventh night in a row as fighting escalates over Strait of Hormuz.
Collision between METRORail and HFD vehicle near Texas Medical Center, MPD confirms; second incident this month
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'Lost a legend': Kerrville man dies in home swept away by flooding, family says
A 65-year-old Kerrville man is dead after floodwaters swept away his mobile home.
1 hurt after shooting at car wash in southeast Houston, shots fired toward deputy, HPD says
A Precinct 2 deputy was shot at, and a person was injured after a shooting at a southeast Houston car wash, according to HPD.
Man killed in moped crash in southeast Houston, according to police department
The Houston Police Department said a man was killed in a moped crash on the southeast side of the city.
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.
Panasonic recalls more than 11,000 toaster ovens due to electrical issues
The latest recall covers Panasonic Electric Toaster Ovens sold online at retailers like Amazon and Costco, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Texas flooding: What we know about 2 people killed in Hill Country
At least two people have been killed in this week’s flooding in the Texas Hill Country, just a little more than a year after a similar event killed more than 100 people in the region.
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.
How Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal's viral photo is coming full circle at the World Cup
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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.
Houston Stadium no more: Crews take down FIFA World Cup signs to bring back Reliant Stadium name
Crews were seen removing the FIFA World Cup signs and installing the Reliant Energy logo on Thursday.
Person shot at SE Houston car wash, police searching for suspect
Police say a suspect ran off after shooting someone on Sabo and Fuqua.
Back to school events near me: 2026 ABC13 Loves Teachers supply drive to collect donations for Houston-area educators
The ABC13 Loves Teachers School Supply Drive on Friday, July 31, 2026, will collect donations to help educators who spend out of pocket to stock their classrooms.