Northwest Houston animal rescue faces financial challenges after power lines are cut
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All WB lanes reopen on I-10 near SH-99 after overturned big rig cleared, Houston TranStar reports
Houston Transtar reported that all westbound lanes of I-10 near SH-99 have reopened after the incident involving an overturned big rig.
Mother and teenage son shot to death in southeast Harris County, investigation underway, HCSO says
A death investigation is underway after a mother and her teenage son died on Tuesday, the sheriff's office said.
Rain chances stay low until tropical moisture arrives this weekend
Most of us will get a reprieve from the rainy weather this week, but it won't be long before another surge of tropical air brings more chances for heavy downpours.
Take a trinket, leave a trinket: 'Trinket Trading' boxes have sprung up around the Bay Area
Trinkets, trades and small surprises: Bejeweled small boxes are popping up around the Bay Area called "trinket trades."
A toast to America's oldest winery
Long before New York became known for world-class wine regions and vineyard tourism, one winery in the Hudson Valley was already making history.
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby granted injunction vs. NCAA, eligible to play in 2026
A Texas judge granted Brendan Sorsby a preliminary injunction on Monday that prevents the NCAA from punishing him for violating its rules on sports gambling.
New Harris County report on sex assaults shows difficulties in reducing and solving crime
According to a new report from the Harris County Sexual Assault Response Team, law enforcement agencies increased their adult sex crimes units, but arrest rates remain low.
US says it has begun strikes against Iran following crash of Army Apache helicopter off Oman coast
It is not clear whether the Army Apache helicopter collision with the Iranian drone was intentional, and official statements only said the crash is under investigation.
Who will be on Artemis III? NASA names astronauts assigned to the mission
The agency unveiled details of the new Artemis III mission and the astronauts set to go on board.
Northwest Houston animal rescue faces financial challenges after power lines are cut
The Houston Police Department’s Media Relations Office said a motive has not been established after an online police report was filed.
Study recommends $95.5 million investment into Houston Fire Department
A new study by the International Association of Firefighters claims the Houston department needs tens of millions of taxpayer dollars to ensure people in emergencies can get the help they need.
Karmelo Anthony trial update: North Texas teen found guilty of murder in stabbing death of Austing Metcalf at track meet
Karmelo Anthony, now 19, has been found guilty of murder over the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet in Texas last year.
Texas GLO chief warns Harris County likely to lose massive flood control grants
Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham is warning Houston-area residents that Harris County is in danger of losing nearly $1 billion in federal flood mitigation funding.
The Only Facial opens in The Woodlands with Ribbon Cutting
The Only Facial is now open The Woodlands and held their ribbon cutting with The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce on Monday, June 8, 2026. Located at 2520 Research Forest Drive Suite 400, The Only Facial offers a streamlined, results-driven facial experience designed to make...
House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for 3 years, sending measure to Trump
A $1.8 billion fund to compensate Trump's allies who claim they have been unjustly investigated and prosecuted proved politically toxic and was scrapped from the bill.
Firefighters battling container fire in Conroe
According to The Woodlands Fire Department, just after 1 p.m. Tuesday, The Woodlands Fire Department HAZMAT team responded to assist Montgomery County firefighters with a fire at Conley Surfactant Technology located on Koalstad Road.
Iran latest: US begins retaliatory strikes on Iran after Apache helicopter downed
President Trump posted to social media that the military confirmed to him that an Apache helicopter that crashed near the Strait of Hormuz was shot down by Iranian forces, promises a response.
Brazoria County Sheriff fires deputy involved in shooting death of John Mendoza Jr. in Lake Jackson
The Brazoria County Sheriff has announced the deputy involved in the shooting death of John Mendoza, Jr. earlier this month in Lake Jackson, has been fired.
Deputy involved in fatal shooting of Texas State University student fired, BCSO says
On Tuesday afternoon, Brazoria County Sheriff Bo Stallman announced on social media that Kevin Tippett, the deputy who shot and killed 18-year-old John Mendoza Jr., was terminated.
HISD to start new 'Kinder Bridge' grade level for some students
HISD said the program will be treated as a separate grade level, which will be between kindergarten and first grade, with a new curriculum for students who are behind in reading.
Karmelo Anthony found guilty of murder in 2025 track meet stabbing
Karmelo Anthony has been found guilty of murder in connection with the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf during a track meet last year.
No fly zones enforced for drones near Texas' 2026 World Cup venues
Texas DPS is warning drone operators that unauthorized flights near 2026 World Cup matches face immediate aircraft seizure and criminal charges under strict new airspace restrictions.
Disney+ unveils trailer, premiere date for new original animated series 'The Doomies'
Best friends Bobby and Romy are accidentally bringing a whole lot of doom to Disney+! The supernatural animated comedy "The Doomies" premieres June 26 with 22 episodes and four bonus shorts.
FIRST LOOK: Man swallowed alive by whale in new survival thriller 'Whalefall'
In "Whalefall," a diver searching the coast for his father's remains is swallowed by a sperm whale and must survive with limited oxygen.
City of Galveston launches social media campaign in response to 13 Investigates' report on 600% parking ticket increase
In response to ABC13's report on the 600% increase in parking tickets, the City of Galveston has launched a social media campaign aimed at informing visitors.
Texas teen convicted of murder for stabbing another athlete at a high school track meet
Anthony, now 19, faces up to life in prison after a brief sentencing hearing in which his mother was the only witness. His lawyer had an arm around him when the guilty verdict was announced.
Social Security retirement trust fund will run dry in 2032 unless Congress acts
Tens of millions of retirees and other Americans could see smaller monthly Social Security checks in six years if lawmakers don't act to shore up the program's finances, according to an annual report released Tuesday by Social Security's trustees.
Are smartphones to blame for declining birth rates?
Researchers are pointing to smartphones as a potentially significant factor to the decline in birth rates.
As prices increase, Americans more pessimistic about finances, new survey shows
Americans are growing more concerned about their financial future, according to a new Federal Reserve survey.
SkyEye13 captures drivers line up for $1.99 gas promotion at Shell gas station in W. Houston
In conjunction with T-Mobile, the Shell gas station promoted a sale price that many could say is a big relief at the pump.
USDA Secretary calls Miller 'unserious' after he bashes federal screwworm response
U.S. Agriculture Sec. Brooke Rollins called Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller “unserious” after Miller made comments questioning the federal response to the new world screwworm.
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (June 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.
Get up to 65% off summer fun essentials with ABC Secret Savings
Shop great deals on summer fun must-haves from camping chairs and waterproof jewelry to grill accessories with ABC Secret Savings.
Homicide detectives investigating deaths of mother, son in Pearland area
Investigators are searching for answers after a mother and her teenage son died following an incident at a southeast Harris County home.
Houston ISD reforms spreading with growing state takeovers of Texas schools
Several leaders and programs from HISD have gone on to oversee other struggling districts.
Track meet stabbing trial day 7: Karmelo Anthony guilty of murder of Austin Metcalf | Live updates
Jurors chose murder over manslaughter, which they had been allowed to consider. Jurors will now determine Karmelo Anthony's punishment for killing Austin Metcalf.
13-year-old girl reported missing from north Harris County apartment complex for nearly a month
The Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office is searching for a missing girl last seen in the Greenspoint area.
Meta launches program to help train workers for data center jobs
Meta is the latest tech giant to launch a training program as it accelerates constructions for data centers.
Hello Houston (June 9, 2026)
Today: We discuss a new study that looks at how residents view their communities, learn about a new contemporary dance double bill from ISHISA Dance Company, break down Houston’s growing apartment market, and more.
Parents of girls who died at Camp Mystic want their day in court. A judge must decide if they get it
Camp Mystic faces five wrongful death lawsuits. It wants to resolve them out of court, through arbitration.