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West U receives federal funding for pedestrian safety plan

West University Place officials received $250,000 from a federal program to conduct a pedestrian safety plan.

Hello Houston (June 16, 2026)

Today: We receive an update on the effort to relocate the Space Shuttle Discovery, break down the gambling scandal surrounding former Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, talk with local performer Tamarie Cooper about her 30-year milestone, and more....

Walt Disney Animation Studios conjures up the first spellbinding trailer for "Hexed"

"Maybe there's nothing wrong with me at all. Maybe I'm meant for something more." Watch Disney's spellbinding first trailer for "Hexed." 🌙✨🌙

Judge tosses out Dawn Richard's lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs

Richard claims she was subjected to emotional and physical abuse, including groping.

NYC carriage horse died after eating poisonous plant in Central Park, report finds

The death of a carriage horse earlier this month in New York City's Central Park was caused by a nonnative toxic plant, according to a necropsy.

Screwworm in Texas: Pest found in Sutton Co. goat, state cases climb to 11

Federal officials have detected 11 cases of New World screwworm in Texas as of Tuesday as state officials continue to limit livestock movement.

South County 4th of July Committee announces 2026 Community Celebrity Parade Judges

The South County 4th of July Committee is pleased to announce the distinguished and inspiring individuals selected to serve as Community Celebrity Parade Judges for the 50th Annual South County 4th of July Parade presented by Waste Connections, a landmark community celebration......

Fort Bend County Judge KP George to be sentenced for money laundering charges

Fort Bend County Judge KP George is expected to be sentenced after being convicted of felony money laundering.

Dozens of apparent shopping carts stuck in marsh along San Francisco Bay: 'How did they get there?!'

The Woodlands Township to host the 17th Annual World’s Largest Swimming Lesson

Houston’s World Cup officials want to make the city more walkable. Will it work?

Texas couple charged in $2.5M 'psychic' fraud, preying on grieving victims

6.7-magnitude earthquake shakes part of Indonesia, causing damage and injuries

Today on Texas Standard: Corpus Christi’s water fight meets cryptomining

Three Houston chefs recognized at 2026 James Beard Awards

KP George's attorneys ask for his money-laundering sentencing to be delayed

Big 12 sues Texas Tech University, seeking declaratory judgment

Great gifts for Dad: Your 2026 last-minute shopping guide

G7 allies scramble to put Ukraine back atop Trump's agenda as war drags on

Iran says the deal to end the war with the US requires Israel to withdraw from Lebanon

Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together at Wimbledon

A diamond, a whale bone and lots of letters: What's inside the America 250 time capsule

Iran latest: G7 leaders gather as US-Iran peace deal takes center stage

The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2888: Strength Through Joy Car

'The Bear' cast and crew reunite at Season 5 premiere in New York City

FIFA Fan Fest Houston to open at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16

28-year-old man pleads guilty to burglarizing Jose Altuve's house, removes ankle monitor, flees

Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby to enter NFL Supplemental Draft amid NCAA, Big 12 legal battle

Trump celebrates Iran peace deal as G7 summit gets underway

'Toy Story 5': Tom Hanks says 'it is an absolute honor' as he reunites with Tim Allen for new film

City controller launches investigation of mayor's advisor after report shows he rarely went to work

Family pleads suspect to 'come forward' after loved one killed in hit-and-run in SW Houston

Houston Controller Chris Hollins investigates Mayor John Whitmire's $127K advisor

Ford recalls more than 255,000 Focus vehicles over engine stall risk

New series from the producers of 'Crazy Rich Asians' to debut on Hulu

There's an actual farmhouse in Manhattan. It's a portal to the 1700s.

Hoosier Lottery drama: Man denied $100K jackpot over "technical issue": Reports

Nightly glass of wine may not be as harmless as many people think, study suggests

Alleged violent behavior led to temporary suspension of Houston, TX-area doctor Derrick Anthony Mitchell's license: medical board

Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (June 15, 2026)

Newsom says Trump ordered DOJ to put him on 'hit list'

California Gov. Gavin Newsom says Department of Justice is investigating him and his wife

City controller announces investigation into Houston mayor’s financial integrity advisor

Cape Verde stuns Spain with a surprising 0-0 draw in the country's World Cup debut

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Anne Schedeen, actress who played mom on 'ALF,' dies at 77

Michelle Obama, Quinta Brunson speak with 100 young women at Obama Presidential Center

Texas agency to set rules for using treated fracking wastewater on farmland

FDA upgrades Alfredo sauce recall to highest risk level over potential Salmonella contamination

Young woman falls to her death in dramatic rope jump tragedy in Brazil

North Texans share their favorite World Cup memories ahead of this year's tournament

Man killed after fight at party escalates into shooting in west Harris County, deputies say

Barron Trump-linked beverage brand launches first product with Florida-inspired twist

Today on Texas Standard: Texas weighs new uses for fracking wastewater

The Spurs lost the Finals. San Antonio got something back.

Texas stopped funding gambling addiction programs years ago. A surprising donor is helping fill the void

U.S. and Iran announce a deal to end the war, reopen Strait of Hormuz

New World screwworm infestations rise to 12 as parasite spreads in Texas

FOX moves to acquire Roku in $22 billion deal

Fox buying streaming platform Roku in cash-and-stock deal worth about $22 billion