Federal government paid employees $9.5 billion not to work in 2025: Report
The federal workforce shrunk by roughly 216,000 workers in 2025, according to federal data.
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Texas City PD announces changes after 2 employees accused of misusing license plate readers
The changes follow disciplinary action against one employee and an investigation into another, a sergeant, for possible misuse.
Watch: Man breaks free from handcuffs, punches deputy in Ohio courthouse escape
An Ohio man being transported from a courthouse to prison made a dramatic attempt to escape after breaking free from his restraints and assaulting deputies....
2026 Local Fall Festivals in The Woodlands & Montgomery County area
Who's ready for pumpkins, cooler weather, and festivals?! With our list of 26 local fall festivals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as you celebrate fall with family and friends. 2026 Fall Festivals September 12 – November 8, 2026 – Fall Festival at Dewberry Farm – Smile....
Texas puts to death a man in killing of 3 during home robbery, the state's fifth execution this year
LeJames Norman was put to death by lethal injection Wednesday, while a judge halted another planned execution set in Georgia on the same day.
Epstein estate sued over his collection of child sexual abuse images
Two women filed a class action lawsuit against Jeffrey Epstein’s estate after learning images of them as girls were contained in thousands of child sexual abuse materials seized by authorities....
Uber ordered to pay $40M to parents of Emily Normandin-Parker, woman fatally struck after being left on California freeway
The parents of a 23-year-old woman killed after being left along a California freeway are speaking out.
What one barbecue expert did after he was served spoiled meat
Texas Monthly's Daniel Vaughn noticed a metallic taste and musky scent after he bit into a $40 beef rib. Source
Heritage Park woman fears loss of street lights, other services
The woman said she recently received an email that the Heritage Park Community Improvement Association has run out of money and will be cutting services as a result....
American Girl debuts 2027 Doll of the Year, Daisy Davenport
Meet Daisy, Davenport American Girl's latest addition.
Data centers use lots of water and power, but Texas officials don't know exactly how much
As more and more data center developers submit proposals to build in Texas, questions about how they will impact Texas' grid and contribute to drought conditions across the state are widespread. Source...
Bryan Kohberger's family say they support his attempt to challenge conviction
The family of Bryan Kohberger is supporting his efforts to challenge his 2025 conviction
Kennedy niece says Trump holding Kennedy Center 'hostage' amid battle over name
"Leave the Kennedy center alone," Kerry Kennedy said on Tuesday.
Mississippi school district released from federal desegregation order after 50 years
A Mississippi school district is no longer subject to a federal desegregation order after more than 50 years of court oversight.
Investment adviser who defrauded NFL's Travis Kelce sentenced to 11 years in prison
An investment advisor who defrauded Travis Kelce and others out of millions of dollars has been sentenced to 11 years in prison.
Texas Standard for Sept. 17, 2026: Houston G20 energy summit confronts high oil and gasoline prices
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......
Texans wideout Nico Collins listed as 'uncertain' for Week 2 after hamstring injury: Sources
According to ESPN, two-time Pro-Bowler Nico Collins met with the team doctors, who said they don't think the injury is 'serious'.
This book about Fort Worth social elites has been buried since the 1940s. Now you can read it
The Inheritors" was bought up and banned from libraries through pressure from the city's high society families when it was first published. Source
Expert weighs in after Federal Reserve raises interest rates for 1st time in 3 years
The U.S. Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time since 2023. Here's what that means for you.
UT Austin plans to cut Mexican American, African, women's and gender studies majors
The decision comes after university officials consolidated seven ethnic studies departments into two earlier this year. Faculty within the College of Liberal Arts were told most majors could be consolidated into one before the fall 2027 semester....
Dozens of people seen on images recovered from home in Philadelphia; some appeared lifeless
Nearly 60 different people can be seen in more than 1 million digital images and videos recovered from a home in Philadelphia.
Witness in deadly ICE shooting arrives to grand jury as proceedings continue
A witness who was inside the van when an ICE agent fatally shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in east Houston this summer appeared before a grand jury on Wednesday....
Peter Max, iconic pop artist of the 1960s, dies at 88
Pop artist Peter Max, whose kaleidoscopic, cosmic-themed imagery helped define the visual language of the 1960s counterculture, died at 88.
West Virginia woman charged in death of ill husband she left on toilet for 19 hours
A West Virginia woman is accused of leaving her frail and ailing husband on the toilet for 19 hours, an act investigators say contributed to his death....
'Superhero': 6-year-old stabbed during deadly rampage praised for seeking help
Investigators are hailing a 6-year-old boy’s quick actions in the wake of a stabbing spree that left four people dead in South Louisiana.
White House chief of staff Susie Wiles says she is cancer-free
Wiles shared in March that she had been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.
'Dancing with the Stars' premiere night 2 sees strong dances, 2nd week 1 elimination
The men had their time in the spotlight for night one, but now it's all about the ladies. Here's who's at the top of the pack and who has been eliminated....
Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the 1st time since 2023
Trump criticized the moving, calling on the Fed to "LOWER THE INTEREST RATES."
A 28th Amendment (Sept. 17 2026)
On Thursday's show: We mark Constitution Day by asking listeners what amendment they’d add to the nation’s founding document. And retired astronaut Butch Wilmore discusses his career and the nine months he spent on the ISS when his mission was originally only supposed to last......
The Obamas' family dog Sunny dies, the former president says
The Obamas’ pet dog Sunny has died. Former President Barack Obama posted about the family's loss on social media Wednesday.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 2460: The Singing Nun
Episode: 2460 In praise of the City: A fine piece of the natural world. Today, another look at form and function.
Trump stumps in NC for former GOP chair Michael Whatley, who's facing Roy Cooper in key Senate race
President Donald Trump delivered remarks in Gastonia, the hometown of Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley
Diesel prices hit record high in Texas, putting pressure on truckers and consumers
Diesel prices have hit a record high in Texas, topping $6 a gallon and putting a significant financial strain on truck drivers and small trucking companies....
Coast Guard, FBI investigating after 2 oil tankers bound for US hit with cyberattacks: Sources
U.S. authorities said there were no reports of "operational disruptions."
Tierra Walker's family sues Texas officials, doctors, alleging abortion ban contributed to her death
Tierra Walker died after suffering multiple health problems, including seizures, blood clots and dangerously high blood pressure during the first four months of her pregnancy....
ICE officer taken into custody in Minnesota by state law enforcement, attorney says
An ICE officer who walked out of a Texas jail because Governor Greg Abbott refused to turn him over to authorities was taken into custody in Minnesota by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension on Wednesday, according to Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty....
Robert Kraft says Ed Sheeran asked him to pledge $2 million amid Macklemore controversy
Robert Kraft is pledging $2 million toward humanitarian relief after revealing that Ed Sheeran personally called and asked him to commit the donation. The move comes amid the growing controversy surrounding Macklemore’s removal from Sheeran’s tour....
The psychedelic pop artist Peter Max has died at 88, his son says
Peter Max died on Monday, his son said in a statement. No cause was given, but he had been suffering from advanced dementia.
These are the states with the most unclaimed tax refunds per 100,000 residents
Millions in potential tax refunds are going unclaimed across the U.S. See which states have the most money left on the table, according to new data.
Sean Combs unpaid legal fees: 'Diddy' not paying legal bills, lawyer claims, asks judge to withdraw
Sean "Diddy" Combs isn't paying his legal bills while in prison, a civil attorney claims.
Christian Castro, accused of lying about Minneapolis ICE shooting, back in jail
A former ICE agent accused of making false statements connected to the shooting of a Venezuelan in Minneapolis in January during Operation Metro Surge is back in jail....
Texas executes inmate for 2005 triple murder
LeJames Norman was executed by lethal injection in Texas for the 2005 triple murder of three people during an attempted drug robbery in Edna, southwest of Houston....
Today on Texas Standard: Houston G20 energy summit confronts high oil and gasoline prices
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......
The 28th Amendment (Sept. 17 2026)
On Thursday's show: We mark Constitution Day by asking listeners what amendment they’d add to the nation’s founding document. And retired astronaut Butch Wilmore discusses his career and the nine months he spent on the ISS when his mission was originally only supposed to last......
U.S. Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the first time since 2023
On Wednesday, U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh announced that the central bank is raising its benchmark rates by 0.25%.
First look at 'The Swan: Behind The Mirror' digs into the legacy of controversial reality show
These women were sold that beauty is more than skin deep - and endured one of the most controversial reality show experiences ever. Watch the trailer for the new documentary, "The Swan: Behind The Mirror," coming to Hulu Sept. 29....
Twin sisters conjoined at the head underwent successful separation surgery: Hospital
Surgeons successfully separated infant twin sisters, who had been born conjoined at the head, a children's hospital in Missouri said.
Child left in daycare van in Alvin, case being referred to grand jury
A grand jury will hear a case following an incident involving a child left in a daycare van on Monday.
Mysterious disease sending young, healthy Texas workers into kidney failure
A mysterious form of kidney disease that has devastated young to middle-aged agricultural workers in Central America and South Asia appears to have surfaced in Texas....
A New Thumb Implant is changing the game for Arthritis Patients at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands
Brannon King prefers to spend at least 3-4 days a week on the golf course in Conroe. That is, until a battle with arthritis was making the sport he loves almost unplayable. According to Dr. Mark Ciaglia, orthopedic and hand surgeon with Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical......
End of an era as ABC13's Jeff Ehling retires from Eyewitness News
ABC13 reporter Jeff Ehling is dropping the mic and retiring from ABC13 this week.
Novig CEO says Sydney Sweeney was 'driving' visuals in controversial sports betting commercial
The Novig CEO says Sydney Sweeney was "driving" the visuals in a controversial sports betting commercial.
'Looksmaxxing' among 1,400 new words added to Merriam-Webster's dictionary website
Merriam-Webster's dictionary has added 1,400 words, from “looksmaxxing" and “rickroll" to “cuffing season" and “Sunday scaries," capturing how language is evolving....
Body found in creek near southeast Houston apartments
A man was reportedly found face down in Plum Creek on Wednesday morning.
Family claims abortion ban kept doctors from saving Texas woman
The family of a Texas woman is claiming doctors refused to provide a potentially life-saving abortion in response to the woman's worsening health issues, because of the state's total abortion ban....
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (September 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.
Ranking adult literacy rates across the Midwest
The U.S. is facing a growing literacy crisis and some states are faring better than others. Here are where the Midwest states rank for their literacy levels....
Trump stumps in NC for former GOP chair Michael Whatley, who's facing Roy Cooper in key Senate race
President Donald Trump delivered remarks in Gastonia, the hometown of Republican U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley
'The HOA is broke': Heritage Park woman fears loss of street lights, other services
The woman said she recently received an email that the Heritage Park Community Improvement Association has run out of money and will be cutting services as a result....
Trump to campaign in NC for former GOP chairman Michael Whatley who's facing Roy Cooper
President Donald Trump will travel to North Carolina on Wednesday to campaign in Gastonia, U.S. candidate Michael Whatley's hometown.