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Flaring ends in SE Houston after plant experienced flaring following power outage
A black plume of smoke could be seen in southeast Houston on Monday afternoon after a plant experienced flaring following a power outage, officials say....
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Man killed, 3 others hurt after chase ends in crash in NW Harris County, HCSO says
Deputies said they received reports of a driver doing donuts in the parking lot before the vehicle took off, lost control, and crashed.
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Harris Co. Pct. 3 Constable's Office changes policy on informing people they could be evicted soon
The Harris County Precinct 3 Constable's Office is changing its procedures after ABC13 began asking questions about how the office informs people they could be evicted soon....
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Power outage at chemical plant facility in SE Houston causes flaring, black smoke, company says
A flare with heavy black smoke was spotted in southeast Houston due to a power outage at the chemical plant in the TPC Group Houston Operations facility on Monday afternoon, according to the company....
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3rd suspect arrested in connection with 2023 firebombing of New Caney Buddhist temple: FBI Houston
A third suspect has been arrested and charged in connection with the firebombing of a New Caney Buddhist temple in 2023, according to FBI Houston.
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SCOTUS rejects Trump mail ballot restrictions for now ahead of midterms
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected President Donald Trump's mail ballot restrictions for now, capping a flurry of last-minute legal action with voting in the midterm elections already underway....
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Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
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Man killed after being robbed and following the suspects in his car, HCSO investigators say
Detectives said the injured victim followed the suspect in a car and was on the phone with 911, giving them their location before he was found dead.
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City of Houston housing department recommends approving millions in grants for homeless initiatives
On Monday, the City's Housing and Community Development Department made recommendations for amendments to current agreements, and recommendations for new contracts....
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EPA eliminates rule that limits planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants
The Environmental Protection Agency is repealing rules that limit planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants fueled by coal and natural gas....
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911 caller killed after chasing robbery suspect in north Harris County identified by officials
The Harris County Sheriff's Office has identified the victim who was killed after chasing an apparent armed robbery suspect on Sunday.
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Sen. Mitch McConnell returns to Senate for 1st time since June hospitalization
Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky returned to the Senate on Monday for the first time since June 14.
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Video: Fort Worth driver narrowly misses kids in family’s backyard
Video shows a speeding driver crashing through a north Fort Worth backyard fence, narrowly missing three young children playing in a pool.
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EPA ends greenhouse gas limits for power plants, drawing criticism from Texas environmental groups
The elimination of the greenhouse gas emission standards could have sweeping impacts for Texas, which lead the country in carbon emissions from power plants in 2025....
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'Serious incident' between staff member, student puts Hastings HS into 'secure mode': Alief ISD
Parents at Alief ISD's Hastings High School received a troubling letter from principal Dr. William Price on Monday morning about a 'serious incident'.
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Galveston County commissioners approve plans to take over the health district
Some Galveston County Health District employees are anxiously awaiting what happens next after county commissioners approved an agreement that documents show will cut jobs....
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Trump nominates U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt of Houston to be ambassador to Saudi Arabia
Hunt, an ally of the president, finished a distant third in the Senate Republican primary in Texas earlier this year.
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Kennedy Center board to propose options for honoring Trump as it confronts solvency worries
The Kennedy Center Board of Trustees is planning to propose adding President Donald Trump's name to the facility's exterior in recognition of his saving the building from its "precarious fiscal position."...
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Abbott to pay $385M to settle baby formula recall and shortage claims
Abbott will pay $385 million after problems at its baby formula factory caused a major shortage.
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Third person charged for allegedly setting Buddhist Temple on fire in November 2023
FBI Houston has announced a third person has been charged in connection with the November 2023 firebombing of the Huyen Trang Buddhist Meditation Center in New Caney....
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Justin Buzzard, California father of 3, freshman defensive end for San Jose City College Jaguars
Justin Buzzard, a California father of 3, is a freshman defensive end for the San Jose City College Jaguars.
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Large flare, smoke rises over east Houston after power outage at chemical plant
A representative said the company was "conducting air monitoring in and around the site to help ensure the protection of our people, the community, and the environment."...
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Wesley Hunt nominated by President Trump to become ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
President Donald Trump has announced has nominated U.S. Representative Wesley Hunt (R-Texas) to become the next Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia....
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California football coach arrested after students make disturbing discovery at school
A high school football coach in California was arrested Friday after students discovered a cellphone secretly recording them while they were changing inside a campus locker room, police said....
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (September 14, 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.
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Bob Mackie, legendary fashion designer, dies at 87
Bob Mackie, the fashion designer known for creating iconic looks for celebrities including Cher, Madonna and Marilyn Monroe, died Monday. He was 87.
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Teacher injured in incident at Hastings High School in Houston
A Hastings High School teacher was injured following an incident on Monday morning on campus, officials said.
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Futuristic air taxis are taking test flights over Texas skies
Futuristic air taxis are taking test flights over Texas skies through a pilot program.
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Faced with condemnation over alleged racism, GOP Texas railroad commissioner candidate Bo French doubles down
French posted a photo on social media Sunday describing students of color at a UT football game as "foreigners displacing Americans."
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Coral reefs face bleaching threats as Texas Gulf trends warmer
With Gulf waters warming at about twice the rate of the rest of the ocean, coral reefs face bleaching threats. When water is too warm, corals can lose their color, turning white from the stress — a process known as “coral bleaching.”...
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Russian oligarch paid for parts of Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding celebration, report says
Bettina Anderson characterized it as an "extremely generous wedding gift from a friend."
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Texas Supreme Court strikes Harris County commissioner candidate's effort to remove incumbent from office
A Sept. 9 ruling by the Texas Supreme Court denied Richard Vega's lawsuit against Harris County Commissioners Court, which argued Commissioner Adrian Garcia effectively vacated his seat in 2021 when he was appointed to the Gulf Coast Protection District....
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Cy-Fair ISD mother charged with hitting her son and threatening to shoot up Moore Elementary, court records show
A Cy-Fair ISD mother is charged with hitting her son at Moore Elementary and later threaten to shoot up Moore Elementary, according to court records.
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New York Yankees baseball news: MLB stadium tower among 10 ordered cleaned as NYC Legionnaires' cases rise
There is New York Yankees baseball news. The MLB stadium's tower is among 10 ordered to be cleaned as NYC Legionnaires' cases rise.
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Gov. Abbott threatens data centers with penalties for failure to complete water usage reports
Major water users who fail to complete and return a water use survey could face a Class C misdemeanor and become “ineligible to obtain permits, permit amendments, or permit renewals” from the state's environmental agency....
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Hello Houston (September 14, 2026)
Today: We find out what Houstonians should know about the recently approved COVID vaccine, discuss what we can expect from the Houston Texans this season, learn about a rare Salvador Dalí collection coming to Houston, and more....
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Bring your favorite KPop Demon Hunters to life with awesome fan collectibles from Kohl's
Channel KPop Demon Hunters with these epic fan collectibles.
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Former 'Bachelorette' contestant Zac Clark caught in flood during half marathon
Runners in a half marathon in Paramus, New Jersey got more than they bargained for Sunday morning when heavy flooding turned parts of the course into a race through waist-deep water....
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Hayden Panettiere's possible cause of death revealed: report
Hayden Panettiere’s possible cause of death was revealed on Monday, according to a report. The “Nashville" and “Heroes" star died on August 16.
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Trump to remove tariff on Irish whiskey
President Donald Trump announced that he would remove a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey during the conclusion of his trip to Ireland over the weekend.
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How the Longhorns pulled off their 'miracle win' over Ohio State
Texas is now ranked No. 1 on the AP Top 25 poll, but their schedule still looks stacked. Source
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Texas landowners ask a court to stop Trump’s Big Bend wall plans
Landowners, ranchers, and business owners in Texas are suing to stop the Trump administration's border wall plans in the Big Bend region.
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Baby boomers crown their favorite casual dining chain as Gen Z chooses a different winner
A survey is revealing which restaurant brands are winning over Americans.
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Red tide detected at Bolivar Peninsula, Galveston Island; fish kills reported
Texas Parks and Wildlife says water samples collected from Bolivar Peninsula, Crystal Beach and Galveston Island indicated moderate to high concentrations of red tide. Fish kills and respiratory symptoms have been reported....
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Tree snaps in half in SW Houston apartment parking lot, landing on at least 3 cars, images show
Crews are working Monday morning to remove a tree that snapped in half in a southwest Houston apartment parking lot.
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Stephen Curry documentary 'Portrait of an Artist' drops first trailer, shot exclusively for IMAX
See the first look at the new Stephen Curry documentary, "Portrait of an Artist," following the star basketball player up to his record-breaking 4000th career 3-pointer. The movie comes to theaters exclusively in IMAX Oct. 9....
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Michigan hiker rescue: Craig Berg, 70, rescued from Isle Royale National Park in Lake Superior after missing for 1 week
There was a Michigan hiker rescue. Craig Berg, 70, was rescued from Isle Royale National Park in Lake Superior after being missing for 1 week.
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2026 Emmys: When is the ceremony, how to watch, what to know about the nominees
Here's everything to know about the 78th Emmy Awards, including the host and top nominees.
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Bruce Davis, ex-Charles Manson follower who was repeatedly denied parole, dies, authorities say
Bruce Davis, a former follower of cult leader Charles Manson convicted of slayings more than a half-century ago, has died while incarcerated.
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As ICE deports service members' families, the Pentagon turns to immigrant communities to fill military ranks
The Pentagon is recruiting from the immigrant community, including legal permanent residents, or green-card holders, at a rapidly growing pace.
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Fort Bend ISD leaders to vote on new tax rate for property owners within district, agenda reveals
According to the agenda, the Fort Bend ISD board will discuss adopting a tax rate of 99 cents per $100 of property valuation.
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Bruce Davis, Charles Manson family cult follower, dies at 83
Bruce Davis, a convicted Manson Family killer, has died at 83 in a California prison, decades after the infamous 1969 murders.
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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.
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Nintendo Customer Appreciation sale 2026: Everything you need to know to shop now
Here's everything you need to know about the Nintendo Customer Appreciation sale.
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Lake Jackson resident wins nearly $27 million in Lotto Texas jackpot
A Lake Jackson resident is became a millionaire overnight after matching every winning number in an August Lotto Texas drawing, winning nearly $27 million!...
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Amazon stops operations with 21 Air after deadly Miami cargo plane crash
The Amazon cargo plane, operated by 21 Air, overran the runway by about 1,300 feet while landing at Miami International Airport on Sept. 6.
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Before Tijuana, there was El Paso: The Texas operation behind Mexico's new anti-drone strategy
Mexico has deployed 800 soldiers and anti-drone equipment at the U.S.-Mexico border to curb the use of commercial drones by cartels.
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San Jose, California, police officer fired for allegedly sharing Flock camera data with domestic violence suspect
The officer used his personal phone to access the Flock camera system and then provided the location of a vehicle to his cousin.
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Diesel fuel nears $6 in Texas as price hits record high
Diesel fuel prices have hit a record high in Texas as the cost-per-gallon approaches $6.
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Man's body dumped at Gulfton apartment complex
A male was pronounced dead at a complex along Renwick Street. A witness at the scene said she called 911 after another person told her about the body.