FAA approves Trump's triumphal arch, requires 'eternal flame' on top
President Trump's proposed triumphal arch outside Arlington National Cemetery just cleared another hurdle, though it's unclear when construction could begin....
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Road closures on US-59, East Beltway over weekend could impact traffic; expect detours, TxDOT says
TxDOT reported that all of the northbound lanes of US-59 at Williams Trace in Fort Bend County will be closed throughout the weekend.
Action 13 helps clear 86-year-old man's $1,980 toll road bill
The Harris County Toll Road Authority said they are clearing a man's $1,980 after Action 13 stepped in.
Senate Democrat blocks data center electricity costs bill
A bipartisan effort to make data centers pay for their growing demands on the power grid hit a roadblock in the Senate on Thursday.
Pentagon releases sixth batch of declassified UFO files including video of swarm of objects over Utah in 1952
A sixth batch of declassified UFO files were released by the Pentagon Friday, the latest such release in the Trump administration's new wave of public disclosure of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP)....
Construction begins on Big Bend area border wall
Part of the Trump administration’s 175-mile steel border wall through the region is now under construction in Hudspeth County, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Source...
Construction begins on Big Bend area border wall
Part of the Trump administration's 175-mile steel border wall through the region is now under construction in Hudspeth County, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection....
2-year-old found in swimming pool in Atascocita, flown to hospital, Pct. 4 says
A roadway was closed to allow a Life Flight helicopter to land to rush a 2-year-old found in an Atasctocita swimming pool to the hospital, according to Precinct 4 officials....
Hello Houston (September 17, 2026)
Today: We talk with Houston Astros Spanish play by play broadcaster Francisco Romero, former DHS special agent Eric Balliet discusses his book "Kingpins & Coyotes," and we do our regular Thursday features “HPM in Focus” and “Current Obsessions.”...
Trump photographed with 'Kennedy Center Demolished' sign as venue says closure 'temporary'
President Trump was photographed Wednesday night looking over a placard that appeared to include the words "Kennedy Center DEMOLISHED."
House approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill, sending it to President Trump
The House on Wednesday passed a broad package of sanctions targeting Russian officials and key pillars of its economy as lawmakers look to deprive President Vladimir Putin of the financial resources needed to wage the war against Ukraine....
Houston street sign severely faded, unreadable in South Park neighborhood
According to 311 data, so far this year there have been more than 760 complaints about faded traffic markings, which includes crosswalks, street signs, and lane markers....
Person found dead in west Harris County during search for missing man
A man went missing along Katy Hockley Road on Tuesday morning.
Person found dead in west Harris County while searching for missing man
A man went missing along Katy Hockley Road on Tuesday morning.
Trump claims Butler assassination attempt was a 'Democrat Plot' without showing evidence
Trump did not offer any evidence to back up his extraordinary claim of the assassination attempt being part of a broader plot.
Rice University’s ‘Skyspace’ installation reopens after 2-year closure
The structure’s newly-renovated system displays colorful light sequences timed to the sunrise and sunset.
Texas landowners sue federal government over border wall plans
A lawsuit filed Monday takes aim at federal agencies' use of waivers to expedite construction of a wall along the border with Mexico and claims that landowner's constitutional rights are being violated. Source...
Thind Management to debut New Staybridge Suites in Spring in late September
Houston-based Thind Management is preparing to debut a new 92-key Staybridge Suites at 24868 I-45 North in Spring, TX, introducing a fully reimagined upscale extended-stay option strategically positioned roughly equidistant to some of north Houston’s most popular business and......
Suspect comes down from home's roof after deputies say he fled during traffic stop
SkyEye13 captured a man getting off a home's roof after deputies said the suspect fled during a traffic stop Tuesday morning.
James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyspace to light up again on Sept. 15 after 28-month closure
After a 28-month closure, James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyspace will reopen Sept. 15 at Rice University, officials confirmed.
Texas landowners sue federal government over border wall plans
A lawsuit filed Monday takes aim at federal agencies' use of waivers to expedite construction of a wall along the border with Mexico and claims that landowner's constitutional rights are being violated....
Officials say 4 people were hospitalized after a crane collapsed at a Miami construction site
Video and images from the scene show what appeared to be a crane that fell across a white vehicle in Miami.
Bo French faces backlash over posts criticizing UT student demographics
Texas Railroad Commission Republican nominee Bo French is facing backlash from fellow Republicans after posting social media comments that mischaracterized a photo of celebrating University of Texas football fans as evidence of Americans being displaced by foreigners....
Weekend closures near Downtown Houston area could impact drivers
Your weekend drive will include interstate lane closures across the Houston area, but two major ramp closures near downtown Houston will slow your drive through and across the city....
Chambers County DPS Troopers recover over $38K in stolen jewelry during traffic stop
Chambers County DPS Troopers made a large recovery during a recent traffic stop.
Tomball trench rescue: Man injured after falling into trench at construction site
A man was airlifted to the hospital following a trench rescue in Tomball on Friday afternoon.
Trump's convention comments about Paxton a mixed bag of support and criticism. Did it help?
Texas Attorney General endured barbs and roadblocks for his chance in the national spotlight at the Republican midterm convention — and it may not be enough. Source...
The Army is training medics to treat a different kind of patient: Wounded dogs on the battlefield
The Army is cross-training medics and working to improve its practices for canine casualty care more broadly to meet the new challenges of warfare. Source...
City of Houston on clock to remove Grimes Park improvements after spending $1.3M in construction
The City of Houston spent $1.3 million on construction at Grimes Park, which is now expected to be removed after HISD's lease on the property ends.
World Naked Bike Ride rolls back into EaDo Houston on Sept. 12
Cyclists are up to baring it all on the Houston roads in order to promote cyclist safety and vulnerability this weekend for the World Naked Bike Ride.
Teen found safe after going missing in Katy
15-year-old Jaeden was last seen Tuesday night in a neighborhood off Barker Cypress Road and Keith Harrow Boulevard.
The Tate brothers must stay locked up during their UK extradition fight, US judge says
Andrew and Tristan Tate must remain in custody as they fight extradition to the United Kingdom, where the brothers are accused of rape and sex trafficking, a judge ruled....
A 'Monarch Highway' in the central US stalled. But states are still planting butterfly rest stops
A decade ago, a federal task force announced a plan to help monarch butterflies along their great migration. The six-state effort along Interstate 35 didn’t take off as expected, but some roadsides are blooming anyway. Source...
79 missing kids found in Ohio during monthlong operation
The Marshals Service says the operation focused on children reported missing through sex trafficking, physical and emotional abuse, neglect, runaways “and other forms of endangerment."...
Watch: Supermarket manager races to save child from traffic
Security video from a supermarket in Mexico showed the store's manager saving a child from oncoming traffic.
Trump, GOP leaders head to Dallas for high-stakes midterm convention
Security and road closures are going up around the American Airlines Center in Downtown Dallas, as Republicans prepare for a high-stakes midterm convention featuring President Trump....
Lea Salonga becomes first Filipina honored with Hollywood Walk of Fame star
Award-winning actress and singer Lea Salonga became the first Filipina to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking a milestone in a career that has spanned Broadway, music and film....
Incidents blocking lanes on Houston's I-10 East, I-69 Southwest
Separate incidents were blocking lanes Saturday on the I-10 feeder road in east Houston and I-69 near Downtown Houston.
Child found after going missing in Spring
Officials say a child was reported missing early Saturday near Champion Forest Drive and Louetta Road.
Investigation questions Ken Paxton's financial disclosures in U.S. Senate race
The Texas Tribune and ProPublica found what ethics experts call significant errors and omissions in Ken Paxton’s federal financial disclosures.
Labor Day travel: Texas gas prices jump nearly $1 from last summer
Millions of people are taking to the highways this Labor Day weekend for their final getaway of the summer, but those road trips are going to cost more this year....
Go behind the scenes of The Lion King on Broadway with Faith Musembi, director of NatGeo's 'Lion'
From the savanna to Broadway - join director of National Geographic's "Lion," Faith Musembi, behind the scenes at The Lion King on Broadway.
Labor Day travel: Texas troopers launching weekend traffic crackdown
You’ll notice more cops on Texas roads during Labor Day weekend.
2 people rescued alive from tunnel more than a week after deadly Nepal-Tibet flash flood
Two people have been rescued from a hydropower tunnel at the Trishuli 3A construction site, Nepal's Army confirmed Friday after posting images of the scene on Facebook....
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1624: Garrett Morgan
Episode: 1624 Garrett A. Morgan: Black American inventor. Today, thoughts about traffic lights, gas masks, and hair straighteners.
Road closures remain in Polk, Liberty, and Hardin Counties amid remnants of Edouard
Officials say water levels are expected to recede Thursday night into Friday morning.
'Frustrating': Woman says she's finally resolved 2-year fight with FBCTA
Her problem was finally resolved after she told the Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority that she had reached out to ABC13 for help with the issue.
Excavation work to build Trump's triumphal arch to begin over next 2 weeks, Interior secretary says
Excavation work for the construction of President Donald Trump's "triumphal arch" will begin over the next two weeks, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum announced....
Labor Day traffic and travel: Busiest times to drive and fly
Labor Day weekend is almost here and travelers across the country are gearing up to head to the airport or hit the highway for the last vacation of the summer....
Houston-area school districts announce closures on Wednesday after Tropical Storm Edouard makes landfall
Most areas east of I-45, including Harris and Galveston Counties, are under a flood watch from 1 a.m. Tuesday until 7 a.m. Wednesday.
School districts announce closures, preparations underway as Tropical Depression 5 heads towards Southeast Texas
Multiple school districts announced closures on Monday as Tropical Depression 5 tracks toward Southeast Texas.
Houston-area school closures Tuesday for tropical depression
A tropical depression is approaching the Texas coast, prompting some Houston-area school districts to cancel school on Tuesday. Here's a list of school closures....
Flock cameras must be pulled from Florida state roads within 30 days, DeSantis orders
Florida transportation officials are ordering local law enforcement agencies to remove automated license plate readers from state highway rights of way, citing privacy concerns, reports of misuse and the rapid expansion of surveillance technology....
Supreme Court lets White House continue construction on Trump’s $400 million ballroom
A divided Supreme Court on Monday allowed the White House to continue construction on a $400 million ballroom project as lawsuits play out.