Harris County launches 'Priority Pass' in an effort to streamline vehicle registration
The new online service is designed to speed up vehicle registration for Harris County residents by reducing tax office wait times.
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Prosecutors request dismissal of Reflecting Pool vandalism charges against Olympian due to installation flaws
Federal prosecutors are requesting the dismissal of an indictment charging a former Olympian with vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Passenger who witnessed Houston ICE shooting says it's left him traumatized and unable to sleep
Jose Trinidad Rojas Pliego was in the passenger seat of the white work van when Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot and killed on July 7.
Genuine Cup welcomes over 1,000 neurodiverse athletes
Houston's Genuine Cup brings together athletes with intellectual disabilities and autism from around the world!
TPWD pursuing 650-acre acquisition for new East Texas state park
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has confirmed it is pursuing acquisition of land in East Texas' Henderson County for a proposed new state park....
Major backup reported on IH-610 West Loop near Post Oak involving several cars, HCSO says
Lt. Terry Garza said on social media that HPD and HFD have responded to the scene on Friday afternoon; it is unclear if there are any injuries.
Galveston County health officials report neuroinvasive West Nile virus case in resident
It's the first West Nile virus case in Galveston County in 2026. Health officials there say the resident, who is hospitalized, had "travel exposures" outside of the county during their incubation period....
ACLU files $10 million claim over alleged abuse at South Texas immigration facility
A permanent resident who was deported to Trinidad and Tobago last year is seeking $10 million from the Trump administration, claiming he was subjected to medical neglect and abuse while being held in a South Texas immigration facility....
Recall of pool toys expanded over possibility of impalement
The expanded recall involves thousands of Sloosh Dive Sticks sold online at Amazon, Temu, Target, Wayfair, and Shein.
John Oliver goes after Buc-ee's: The Good, Bad, and Ugly of the week
The Houston Matters panel of non-experts weighs in on stories from the week’s news and decides if they’re good, bad, or ugly.
New poll gives Talarico slight lead over Paxton, shows governor’s race tied
A new poll from FOX News shows Democratic candidate James Talarico with a slight advantage over Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton in a contentious Senate race that remains extremely close as November inches closer....
Scientists discover 'demon' cavefish tucked away in Alabama cave
Researchers have uncovered a new species of blind cavefish hiding in one of the most studied cave systems in Alabama.
Houston Public Library to preserve Lorenzo Salgado Araujo memorial
The memorial on Canal Street to remember the loss of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo will be moved ahead of the repaving of Canal Street.
Robotic vacuums swept up in new US crackdown over national security risks
Regulators say the move targets future approvals for certain foreign-made models, not the robotic vacuums already operating in American homes.
Study accuses Amazon, Walmart of deceiving shoppers with false 'Made in USA' claims
AI shopping assistants can often detect when "Made in USA" product labels are falsely labeled, but Amazon and Walmart are not using that technology to crack down on the listings, according to a new study....
Funeral held for Staff Sgt. Angel Rampersad, Queens soldier killed in Iranian missile attack in Jordan
Family and friends gathered Friday to honor Staff Sgt. Angel Rampersad, who was killed in an Iranian missile attack on a U.S. base in Jordan.
Husband of missing North Carolina woman in Grenada says he believes 'no foul play' involved
The family of a North Carolina woman who disappeared while traveling in Grenada is returning home,
Celebrate Spider-Man: Brand New Day with exciting new toys and gear
Get ready for adventure with Spider-Man: Brand New Day new toys and gear.
Ceuta border news: Spain territory sees influx of migrants after breach at border with Morocco, at least 41 dead as thousands move
About 60,000 migrants have entered Spain’s Ceuta from Morocco in the past 24 hours, Ceuta's president said on Friday.
Some schools installing pepper-spraying drones to help stop active school shooters
Some American schools are now turning to a hi-tech drones to combat active shooters.
Body cameras will start being shipped to ICE offices next week, Maine Sen. Susan Collins says
Republican Sen. Susan Collins said all ICE agents will wear body cams nationwide by the end of August.
Dr. Anthony Fauci could face criminal prosecution after refusing to answer questions at Senate hearing
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases' director who was the face of the U.S. medical community’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, refused to answer more than 100 questions Wednesday when he appeared before the Senate Homeland......
CEO of steel company dies suddenly, just weeks after taking helm
Carpenter Technology CEO Brian Malloy died suddenly just weeks after taking the helm of the specialty materials manufacturer, the company announced Monday....
Nolan Wells' state autopsy completed amid investigation into teen's death: Officials
The results of the autopsy, conducted by the State Medical Examiner's office in Mississippi, have not yet been made public.
Texas is banning several THC products. Find out what will still be legal on July 31.
Although several synthetically derived cannabis products will be banned on July 31, delta-9 THC products will still remain legal.
San Francisco company offers cleaning service using humanoid robots
A robotics startup has begun offering humanoid home cleaning services for $30 an hour to selected applicants in San Francisco.
Houston-based oil companies reap massive profits as U.S. and Iran fighting drives energy prices higher
Exxon Mobil on Friday reported doubling its second-quarter profits to $14.53 billion, up 105% from the same time a year ago, while Chevron nearly quadrupled its profits to $12.07 billion....
The Trump administration has undercut the U.S. asylum program. These 3 charts show how
A new rule for asylum applications adds to the bevy of changes under the Trump administration to the core program for those fleeing persecution in their home countries....
Couple in their 70s found dead in murder-suicide at Cypress-area home, HCSO says
HCSO said a man called 911 after finding his parents, who were in their 70s, dead in their room. Deputies said it's believed the husband shot his wife before turning the gun on himself....
'After the Glow' provides a bright future for families fighting Retinoblastoma
For kids who are battling childhood cancer in the eyes, "After the Glow" is providing a light at the end of the tunnel.
Julius Sturgis: America's first commercial pretzel bakery
Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery, in Lititz, Pa, began in 1861 and is America's first commercial pretzel bakery
Netflix sued for $105M after Nicolas Cage WWII thriller goes missing, exposing leak risks
Netflix has been sued for allegedly losing an unencrypted copy of a $45 million Nicolas Cage thriller that took seven years to produce, exposing the unreleased film to potential piracy and leaks....
Elderly couple found dead in Cypress home in apparent murder-suicide: HCSO
Harris County officials are investigating a possible murder-suicide scene after a son found his parents dead in their home near the Cypress area.
Anthropic says its AI models hacked 3 organizations during testing
Anthropic said its AI models hacked into three other organizations during testing, just days after ChatGPT maker OpenAI raised concerns over AI controls after it disclosed its rogue models hacked another company....
THC ban begins (July 31, 2026)
On Friday's show: We get details on Texas' new ban on certain THC products, which begins today. And we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week....
60 years ago, the University of Texas tower shooting opened a grim chapter of shared tragedy
In 2016, Texas Standard collected the oral histories of dozens who lived through that tragedy. Today, we revisit those stories.
Sugar Land teen bitten by barracuda she later named
A Sugar Land resident who has had a lifelong fascination with sea creatures is recovering after being bitten by one.
Trump claims deal reached for Hamas disarmament, Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza
President Donald Trump said Thursday that a deal has been reached for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw its forces from Gaza.
Miniature Horse breeder near the Heights desperate to get stolen horse back home
A Houston-area horse owner is asking for the public's help after his beloved miniature horse, Peanut, was stolen from his property on July 23.
Man injured, woman detained after stabbing at Walmart in north Houston, HPD says
A video obtained by Eyewitness News shows the moments after a stabbing inside a Walmart in north Houston and the paramedics' response. HPD said a woman was detained....
Despite slightly lower rent prices, expert says Houston's affordability remains a 'real issue'
A study by the Houston Association of Realtors shows rent prices in the Houston metropolitan region have slightly decreased over the last year, but an expert told ABC13 that may not necessarily translate to a more affordable life....
Texas power leaders warn more demand is coming and experts say that could mean higher power bills
State energy officials told lawmakers power demand could double in six years, and local experts believe that could mean higher consumer power bills.
Houston MRI technician says she was attacked while on the job at St. Joseph Medical Center
A Houston MRI technician says she has resigned from her job at St. Joseph Medical Center after she was allegedly attacked by a stranger inside a hospital stairwell, leaving her too afraid to return to work....
Texas is banning several THC products. What will still be legal on July 31?
Texans' access to a variety of hemp-derived THC products will significantly narrow on Friday.
Cities where clothing costs the most and least, ranked
A new study reveals where Americans pay the biggest share of their income for basic clothing. See which cities rank as the least affordable.
61-year-old accused in teen's 2025 Houston Heights murder
The suspect is accused of stabbing Franklin Torres-Concho in September 2025.
Remains found in 2020 identified as missing Spring teen, Texas Attorney General's Office says
The Texas Attorney General's Office says a missing person cold case has been solved after partial human remains were identified as those of 15-year-old Kristen Galvan....
Arizona parents won't face charges after toddler found alive in hospital morgue
The parents of an Arizona toddler who was found alive in a hospital morgue after being pronounced dead will not face child abuse charges, officials announced Wednesday....
Movie producer behind 'Joker,' and 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife' indicted in alleged $100 million Ponzi scheme
A grand jury indicted the Hollywood film financier for allegedly soliciting money from investors that he used to pay for personal ventures.
Leaders of new Fort Bend LULAC chapter say fatal ICE shooting in Houston accelerated its launch
Latinos make up about 25% of the growing population in the suburban county outside Houston, and that demographic is trending upward, according to the U.S. Census Bureau....
UFL announces they're leaving Houston
The United Football League announced on Thursday they are leaving two cities as part of its strategic market realignment and long-term growth strategy....
Stabbing incident reported at Northside Houston Walmart
It was reported that a male was stabbed in the arm by a female.
Publix expands frozen berry recall over possible E. coli contamination
Publix has expanded its recall of frozen GreenWise berry products after they were linked to a multistate E. coli outbreak.
Elizabeth Waddell's disappearance: New video may show her final moments
Newly released surveillance video appears to show the final moments before Elizabeth "Liz" Waddell, a 43-year-old physical therapist from Cary, North Carolina, disappeared while vacationing in Grenada....
Man shows slight improvement following crowbar attack by repeat offender
Nhan Le is on life support after reportedly being attacked with a crowbar in Houston earlier this month. HIs alleged attacker has a history of over 15 charges....
After Lindsay Clancy killed her 3 children, first responders tell a jury what they found
First responders offered jurors a firsthand account Thursday of what they found after Lindsay Clancy killed her three children and tried to end her life....
Trump says he 'may' pull Blanche AG nomination temporarily
The news comes as two key Republicans, including Sen. John Cornyn of Texas, are withholding their support over concerns about the Justice Department's deal with President Trump....
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (July 30, 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.
Health alert issued for 'Curry Chicken Salad' due to listeria contamination risk
A USDA public health alert warns that a popular Curry Chicken Salad may be contaminated with listeria. Here's what consumers should know.
Hello Houston (July 30, 2026)
Today: We learn about the creation of a synthetic cell, talk with Harris County Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis about the county’s budget, hear a conversation with Houstonian playwright Cris Eli Blak, and more....
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