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Elena Rybakina wins the U.S. Open, beating Aryna Sabalenka in 3 sets
Elena Rybakina wins the U.S. Open for her third Grand Slam title and second of 2026, beating Aryna Sabalenka in 3 sets.
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Man charged in death of Black woman found hanging from Mississippi tree
Police have arrested a man on a murder charge in connection with the death of Tasia Fortune, a 29-year-old Black woman whose body was found hanging from a tree in Jackson, Mississippi, last month....
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'Disney Voluntears' pack meals for charity on 9-11 National Day of Service
The anniversary of the 9-11 attacks is now a federally recognized National Day of Service.
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Ford to invest $1 billion in new Kentucky truck plant
Ford is investing $1 billion to build a new paint shop at its Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville.
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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says AI industry needs to give safety measures time to catch up
The CEO of Anthropic says the artificial-intelligence industry should slow its fast-moving development to give safety measures time to catch up.
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Tourism officials urge visitors to avoid Hawaiian island in wake of Hurricane Lowell
Tourism officials are urging visitors to adjust travel plans to one of Hawaii’s hardest-hit islands as residents and businesses recover from Hurricane Lowell....
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Teen rescued after clinging to capsized boat for days in frigid Alaska waters
A 15-year-old boy was rescued this week after clinging for two days to a capsized boat in the Bering Sea off the coast of Alaska.
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California to change license plate sequence for 1st time in 40 years due to shortage of combinations
For the first time in 46 years, California is changing its license plate sequence after running out of available combinations.
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Where have all the Atlantic hurricanes gone? El Niño's might brings record slow storm season
The Atlantic hurricane season is unusually quiet this year due to a strong El Niño, which disrupts storm formation over that ocean.
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In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little
Experts say children need to struggle with everyday problems to develop independence, emphasizing the importance of letting kids figure things out on their own....
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Deadly crash on South Beltway 8 shuts down westbound main lanes, Pct. 7 says
According to Transtar, the crash involved a heavy truck and is affecting four westbound lanes of the beltway after Bellfort Avenue.
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Sam Houston Tollway reopens in SW Harris County after deadly crash
The crash was reported in the westbound lanes of the tollway near I-59
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Suspect, father dead following Houston SWAT standoff in Independence Heights
Police say a man stabbed his brother in the back before keeping himself in an apartment with his father, who was disabled.
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Houston's Pappasitos to close down original location after 4 decades, company says
The company says the location tucked at Richmond and Hillcroft will close its doors on September 13.
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State orders Trinidad Police Department to shut down
The Trinidad Police Department will be disbanded following a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement investigation.
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Dad and son found dead after stabbing turns to barricade, then fire at N. Houston apartment: HPD
Two men are dead, and another was stabbed after a barricade situation led to a fire in north Houston on Friday evening, according to the Houston Police Department....
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US oil giant Chevron confirms it will expand operations in Venezuela
Chevron confirmed that it will expand operations in Venezuela after President Donald Trump announced an ambitious deal to develop the nation's oil reserves and give the Pentagon a stake in the profits....
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Ben Shelton beats Frances Tiafoe and will play Alexander Zverev for the US Open title
Shelton pulled out a 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 7-5 victory on Friday and will play No. 1 seed Alexander Zverev on for the U.S. Open title.
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Jury acquits rapper Lil Durk of all federal charges in 2022 murder-for-hire case
A jury found rapper Lil Durk not guilty of orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot that resulted in the death of a man near the Beverly Center in 2022.
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1628: The First Red Cross Ambulance
Episode: 1628 The first red cross ambulance. Today, we care for wounded soldiers.
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Jacinto City residents not sold on proposed data center
A proposed data center had little support from Jacinto City residents at a townhall meeting called by city leaders Friday evening.
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Workers and families keep annual Tribute in Light shining after 25 years
Among the people who have helped keep the Tribute in Light shining is Valerie Webb, who was asked to flip the switch for the first Tribute in Light just six months after the attacks....
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25 years later, 9/11 survivor continues mission to tell stories of those who didn’t make it out
25 years after the September 11th attacks survivor Tom Canavan continues to carry the wight of the day he was buried beneath the rubble of the World Trade Center. After surviving the collapse of the North Tower Canavan dedicated his life to sharing his story and honoring the......
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Houston police release body-worn camera video after August shootout with law enforcement
The Houston Police Department has released body-worn camera video following an August shootout with a suspect that has been charged with seven felony charges....
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Crashes involving e-bikes lead to more serious injuries vs. crashes on traditional bikes, data shows
As e-bike use in Houston and across the country rises, ABC13 examined related crash data and what parents should know.
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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....
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Mississippi police arrest man in death of Tasia Fortune, Black woman found hanging from tree
Mississippi police have arrested a man in the death of Tasia Fortune, a Black woman found hanging from a tree last month.
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'It's shocking': Spring Valley Village reacts to 2 reported armed robberies in 1 night
Spring Valley Village police said officers have one person in custody following two armed robberies on Wednesday night.
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Inflation remains elevated in August, US Bureau of Labor Statistics reports
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released its much-anticipated inflation report for August 2026.
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Family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez files lawsuit against singer D4vd
The singer's family members and business associates are also named in the suit.
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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.
traffic
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.
government
Texas Supreme Court rules against Galveston County new redistricting maps
On Friday, the Texas Supreme Court ruled to block Galveston County's new redistricting maps for the November election.
safety
Houston sees spike in Flock camera vandalism as questions remain about replacement costs
Public records obtained by ABC13 show that 74 Houston Police Department Flock cameras have been vandalized in 2026 as of Aug. 28.
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Houston police release body camera video of officers shooting man they say was firing at random cars
Houston police have now released body-worn camera footage showing officers later shooting the suspect multiple times after they say he pointed a gun at them....
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Houston weather: Storm chances possible this weekend
Storm chances across the area will continue this weekend with pop-up showers possible.
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Dolly Parton could soon have major airport named in her honor after unanimous vote
Nashville International Airport is one step closer to undergoing a name change honoring late country music icon Dolly Parton.
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After thousands of deaths, first responders are still navigating health effects 25 years post-9/11
It's estimated 400,000 people were exposed to toxins, risk of physical injury and stressful conditions from 9/11 and the aftermath, according to the WTC Health Program....
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Across the Houston region, families, first responders and veterans remember 9/11
The city of Houston held a remembrance event for a Houstonian who died in the attacks. Miles away, at the historic Fort Bend County courthouse, a miliary veteran reflected on "those lives lost and sacrifices made.”...
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Houston surgeon and patient mark 25 years since extraordinary 9/11 transplant
Kareena was just six months old and running out of time when the 9/11 terrorist attacks grounded flights across the country. 25 years later, she reflects on the extraordinary gift of life she received that day at Texas Children's Hospital....
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Triplet brothers follow father into fire service after 9/11
A story of family, sacrifice and legacy. The triplet sons of a firefighter who responded on Sept. 11 are finding their own ways to serve.
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Nashville Airport Authority approves renaming airport in honor of Dolly Parton
The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority voted unanimously, 6-0, to begin the process of renaming the Nashville International Airport in honor of Dolly Parton....
business
New sidewalk improvement plan underway in the Heights
New sidewalks will be constructed in the Heights area as part of an $850,000 federal grant received by the Memorial Heights Redevelopment Authority.
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CIA releases dozens of presidential daily briefs on bin Laden and al-Qaida before Sept. 11
Dozens of presidential briefing documents declassified Friday detail intelligence government officials had gathered about Osama bin Laden and al-Qaida....
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US officials declare an end to record-setting cyclospora outbreak, but its origin is still unknown
The largest cyclospora food poisoning outbreak in U.S. history is over, U.S. health officials said Friday.
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Texas SNAP recipients affected by Edouard have until Sept. 21 to apply for replacement benefits
Texans receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits that lost food during Tropical Strom Edouard now have more time to apply for replacement benefits....
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (September 11, 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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Houston Fire Department commemorates 25th Anniversary of 9/11
The Houston Fire Department held a citywide 25th-anniversary remembrance for 9/11, marked by ceremonial bell tolls and dispatch broadcasts across all local stations. A longtime firefighter also shared his experience of the 9/11 aftermath as part of a Texas task force....
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ERCOT to survey more than 400 data centers as part of Gov. Abbott's audit
The agency also provided estimates for new data center projects included in its "Batch Zero" study.
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NJ couple, both Port Authority employees, recall World Trade Center escape 25 years later
Former Port Authority employees Vincent and Rosemarie Borst said the events of 9/11 remain etched in their memories as they recalled their escape from the World Trade Center and the fear of losing loved ones....
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On The Red Carpet previews 'Dancing with the Stars' Season 35 and first-ever 'DWTS' Con
Glitter, fringe and Mirrorball dreams! On The Red Carpet has a special look at Season 35 of "Dancing with the Stars" and the first-ever "DWTS" Con.
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Fishing boat captain recalls leading 9/11 evacuation from Lower Manhattan
An estimated 300,000 to 500,000 people were evacuated by boat in fewer than nine hours on Sept. 11, making it the largest sea evacuation in American history....
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Puppy rescue leads to discovery of sidewalk hazard near school, Little York Fire Department says
First responders rescued fluffy friends taking refuge under a sidewalk, then dug further and found a large void and a potential hazard to pedestrians.
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Driver wanted after woman killed in hit-and-run crash in southwest Houston, HPD says
HPD says that officers found a woman in the median near the intersection of Wilcrest Drive and Bissonnet Street. Officials say that she was taken to an area hospital, where she was pronounced dead....
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Hello Houston (September 11, 2026)
Today: We observe the 25th anniversary of 9/11, talk with former FBI agent Christopher Combs, who shares what he witnessed that day, learn about the Houston National Day of Service event taking place at Houston National Cemetery, and more....
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University of Houston adjunct faculty member banned from campus amid allegations caught on video
A video was reportedly taken on campus involving "discussion of child sexual exploitation and child sexual abuse materials," according to a UH spokesperson on Thursday....
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Saudi Arabia shuts down major oil pipeline, citing attacks amid fighting in Yemen
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Energy said Friday that it had shut down a major cross-country oil pipeline after it was attacked the day before.
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Katy child, 11, dies after crash while riding e-scooter
An 11-year-old child has died after an e-scooter crash near Katy on Thursday afternoon, authorities say.
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11-year-old dead after e-scooter crash in Katy, authorities say
An 11-year-old child has died after suffering severe injuries in an e-scooter crash on Roesner Road in Katy, authorities said.
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Nearly 180,000 children’s light toys recalled over battery ingestion risk
Children’s finger light toys sold on Amazon have been recalled because they can cause serious injuries and death in children.