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ICE plans to purchase robot dogs
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is looking to spend up to $2 million on robot dogs, according to a federal procurement notice.
Miss USA 2026 winner Justus Kelley makes history as 1st mother, married woman to win pageant
We have a new Miss USA, and she is making history. Justus Kelley, 31, is the first mom and married woman to win the pageant.
South Texas congressional poll gives Democrats edge in three key districts
A new Texas Southern University poll shows Democrats leading in three closely watched South Texas congressional races.
Disney+ secures global Pokémon deal, unveils stop-motion series 'Pokémon Tales' for 2027
Ready to see Pokémon like never before? Find out how Aardman's new stop-motion series "Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu" and the classic "Pokémon the Series: The Beginning" are heading to Disney+ and Disney XD in a major global deal!...
Government, opponents of Big Bend border wall project agree to pause
The project aimed at building a border wall in Big Bend National Park has been paused after a hearing in San Antonio on Friday.
The Woodlands Township Board to hold Special Meetings: Budget Adoption and Public Hearing on Tax Rate
The Woodlands Township Board of Directors will hold a Special Meeting to adopt the 2027 Budget at 5:30 p.m., and a Public Hearing on the 2026 Property Tax Rate at 5:45 p.m. on September 3, 2026, at The Woodlands Township, 2801 Technology Forest Boulevard, The Woodlands, Texas......
Former HPD Officer Gerald Goines pleads guilty to federal charges in connection with deadly Harding Street raid, US Attorney says
Former HPD Officer Gerald Goines pled guilty to federal charges in connection with the deadly Harding Street raid, the U.S. Attorney's Office said.
Harris County shooting: Woman dead, man critically injured on Casuna Lane
A woman is dead and a man is in critical condition after a shooting in west Harris County that authorities believe to be related to domestic violence.
Truck carrying roughly 40K pounds of Pabst Blue Ribbon stolen in what may be the biggest beer heist ever
A truck carrying an estimated 40,000 pounds of Pabst Blue Ribbon beer was stolen in California in what may be the biggest beer heist ever.
Fed's Warsh: 'We have work to do' on inflation
Warsh had strong words about his commitment to fighting inflation.
Dan Patrick’s banned book list: 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.
Is ICE agent Christian Castro a fugitive? Texas and Minnesota disagree
Christian Castro is accused of shooting a man during an immigration operation in Minneapolis and lying about what happened. Minnesota says he’s a fugitive. Abbott questions that....
American ranchers are irked by Trump’s efforts to bring down beef prices: ‘This is a mistake’
The Trump administration has tried to lower beef prices for months, but demand, drought and a parasite have foiled its efforts. Some ranchers are frustrated with the administration’s latest moves....
Outdoor burn ban in effect in Fort Bend County
Unincorporated Fort Bend County is under an outdoor burn ban due to reported drought conditions.
Why Dolly Parton decided to give a Texas drag queen a rhinestoned guitar
Brigitte Bandit was surprised with the gift after a performance at Oilcan Harry's in Austin in 2023.
Texas Standard for Aug. 28, 2026: Texas-Minnesota extradition fight tests limits of federalism
A legal fight over whether Texas must extradite an ICE agent wanted over a shooting in Minnesota is raising unusual constitutional questions about interstate cooperation. Gov. Greg Abbott has not approved the request, and the agent has now been released from a South Texas jail......
Houston water utility to resume late payment shutoffs. Here’s how to get assistance with water bills
The city and some nonprofits offer financial assistance and payment plans for utility bills.
Nearly 2 million more grill brushes recalled over ingestion risk
Conair has expanded its recall of Cuisinart grill brushes, adding additional models and production years after reports of metal bristles breaking off and causing injuries....