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FIFA says the World Cup will be big for the North Texas economy. Experts aren't so sure
The large claims about how the FIFA World Cup will economically benefit the region are likely exaggerated, some experts told KERA.
Dot cake or pink cake? Texans may know the viral dessert by a different name: cortadillo
The latest social media sensation bears a striking resemblance to a longtime panadería staple.
Multiple Pentagon floors locked down, evacuated due to 'hazardous materials incident'
Multiple floors and corridors inside the Pentagon have been locked down and others are being evacuated due to a "hazardous materials incident."
71-year-old San Antonio mariachi musician sentenced to life in prison
A 71-year-old man was sentenced to life in prison without parole after a Bexar County jury found him guilty of abusing multiple children, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s office announced....
Track power outages in your area with the ABC13 Power Outage Tracker
Track real-time power outages in the Houston area with the ABC13 Power Outage Tracker.
A state-by-state look at who spends the most and least on fast food
With fast food prices up 60% since 2014, those “affordable” drive-throughs don’t seem so economical anymore. Here's where people spend the most on fast food....
Today on Texas Standard: Abbott calls for new oversight on Texas data centers
Texas has spent years courting the AI industry, but Gov. Greg Abbott is now proposing new regulations for the rapidly growing data center sector. His recommendations include water-use standards, reporting requirements and changes to tax incentives as concerns grow over power......
New documentary ‘Hope for the Guadalupe’ tells the story of healing a river and community
“They lost neighbors, they lost loved ones, they lost dear friends,” said director Ben Masters, “and that's a part of their resolve of healing the river.”...
Create Art and Celebrate: 'Let Freedom Chalk' along The Woodlands Pathways
Grab your chalk, unleash your creativity and celebrate America 250 with a splash of red, white and blue! The Woodlands Township is inviting residents of all ages to participate in Let Freedom Chalk, a community-wide patriotic pathway chalk art contest that will transform......
The ultimate guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Houston
Here’s everything you need to know about the international soccer tournament in Houston, from free watch parties to transportation tips.
Ohio approves nearly billion dollar payment after court ruled state shortchanged nursing homes
Legislators approved a massive financial package after the Ohio Supreme Court found the state used the wrong formula to calculate certain reimbursements for nursing homes....
Iran latest: Trump threatens to hit Iran 'very hard tonight'
In a post on Truth Social, President Trump vowed that the U.S. would hit Iran “VERY HARD TONIGHT,” also threatening to “assume total control” of Iran’s oil and gas, including the key Kharg Island....
Some Big Bend National Park projects in limbo amid shifting border wall plans
Repairs to vital infrastructure were abruptly put on hold with little explanation, impacting the park's most popular area.
Judge recommends medical parole for inmate who had been on Texas death row for 47 years
Clarence Curtis Jordan, who is intellectually disabled and had no legal representation for decades, was resentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole....
Fredericksburg peaches may be harder to find this year following another warm winter
Trees in the Texas Hill Country have been consistently stressed by a lack of chill hours during the winter, leading to small crops in the summer.
How China-linked operatives used ChatGPT to sway Americans on 2 issues, OpenAI details
ChatGPT’s parent company, OpenAI, is accusing a Chinese technology company of leveraging its signature platform to manipulate the opinions of people who live in the United States....
As inflation hits the highest level since 2023, Houstonians express concerns
Prices rose 4.2% in May compared to a year earlier, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, which is the highest level in three years....
As data centers grow, pushback continues in rural towns across Southeast Texas
As data centers grow across Southeast Texas, communities are now coming face to face with this technology of the future.
Texas Children's Hospital will have to make 'potential gender-affirming care patient list': records
The state's settlement terms said that Texas Children's Hospital will have to pay $10 million to the state and federal government, as well as open a "de-transitioning clinic" and create a list of patients who previously received gender-affirming care....
STAAR scores are out. Houston ISD posts strongest gains in Algebra I and English I
Scores for the statewide annual assessment, STAAR, were released Wednesday. Houston ISD’s scores largely mirror statewide trends.
FIFA turned NRG Stadium into “Houston Stadium.” Here’s an exclusive look inside
Ahead of the first World Cup match in Houston on June 14 between Germany and Curaçao, NRG Stadium has been turned into a FIFA fan’s dream. Houston Public Media got a look at the field, locker rooms, and more....
Say hello to Houston's massive 230-Foot FIFA World Cup mural ahead of first match
Houston has unveiled a massive 230-foot art piece on Harrisburg Boulevard, officially making it the city's longest official FIFA World Cup mural.
Boelter set to change his plea from not guilty to guilty, federal court documents say
Federal court documents show Vance Boelter intends to change his plea after initially pleading not guilty.
Texas Rangers ask public to help identify woman found dead in 1992
Investigators with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) have renewed their calls for the public’s help to identify a woman who was found dead more than 30 years ago....
FIFA World Cup 2026: Security, bag policy at Houston Stadium
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is here, and it will be attended by tens of thousands of fans over the next month or so in Houston. As a result, security at Houston Stadium will be on high to ensure all fans are safe and abide by all security protocols....
Get in on the Toy Story 5 celebration with new toys and gear your family will love
Toy Story 5 is here and so are the coolest new toys and gear! Discover our favorite picks and bring the adventure home.
Brazoria County passes resolution outlining requirements for future data centers
The guidelines include that any future data center or related industry in the Houston-area county must safeguard electric grid reliability, water and energy usage, agricultural land and public infrastructure....
TRACK: Map shows where screwworm cases are in Texas
The Texas Animal Health Commission has released an interactive map tracking cases of New World screwworm in Texas.
Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (June 10, 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.
League City leaders crack down on public camping, panhandling after increase in homeless encampments
The city now requires written permission to camp on private property and puts limits on what is allowed in public spaces, such as abandoned or unattended personal property....
Texas death row inmate asks Supreme Court to allow appeal challenging hypnotized witness
Texas death row inmate Charles Flores is seeking to force the state’s highest criminal court to consider whether his murder conviction was tainted by witness testimony....