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Ernie Johnson says this is his final season as 'Inside the NBA' host
Ernie Johnson will retire as host of "Inside the NBA" after this season, saying it's his decision and that "it's just time."
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Hayden Panettiere's death ruled accidental by police
More than two months after the tragic death of "Nashville" and "Heroes" star Hayden Panettiere, authorities have made an announcement about the circumstances surrounding her passing....
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Mother wants answers from daycare about 3-year-old's missing tooth
A mother is seeking answers after she says her 3-year-old daughter came home from daycare missing a front tooth and with a scrape on her chin.
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Women of Montgomery County gather at Food Bank's Inaugural Flourish & Nourish Luncheon
Montgomery County Food Bank hosted its inaugural Flourish & Nourish Ladies Luncheon, presented by Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, on October 22, 2026, at The Blue Magnolia in Magnolia, Texas. Women from across the county filled the room for an afternoon of food,......
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How the St. Jude Dream Home giveaway helps patients
A Houston college student is sharing her story after surviving a rare childhood cancer she was diagnosed with when she was just 10 years old. St. Jude Children's Research Hospital provided housing, food, transportation and treatment at no financial cost to her family....
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From Ann Richards to Gina Hinojosa: What has — and hasn't — changed for women in Texas politics
Only two women have been elected governor of the Lone Star State. Could that be about to change? Source
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71-year-old man charged with murder after girlfriend's death initially reported as suicide: Deputies
A 71-year-old man has been charged with murder after investigators determined his girlfriend's death, which was initially reported as a suicide, was actually a homicide, according to the Galveston County Sheriff's Office....
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (October 28, 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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A Gothic wonderland: Inside Navasota's RavenWolf Manor
A haunting past and an enchanting present. Discover what makes RavenWolf Manor in Navasota anything but ordinary.
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Texas pumpkin prices rise following lower than average harvest due to drought
Areas around Lubbock, specifically Floyd County, saw moderate to severe drought conditions near the beginning of the pumpkin growing season.
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2026 must-have travel gifts for adventurers by sea, land or air
Surprise your favorite traveler with the best gifts for 2026.
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Baytown shooting behind bar leaves man hospitalized; suspect charged
A 21-year-old man has been arrested and charged after police say he shot another man behind a bar in Baytown early Monday morning.
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The best 2026 Advent calendars to make your holidays festive
These are the best Advent calendar picks for 2026.
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US cruise ship suspends global voyage in Asia due to fuel costs, stranding 200 passengers
A U.S. cruise ship on a world voyage has suspended its operations due to fuel costs, forcing hundreds of passengers to abandon their long-term suites.
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Hello Houston (October 28, 2026)
Today: We discuss the alleged conservative takeover of the University of Texas, learn how University of Houston researchers are fighting antibiotic-resistant superbugs, and talk with the actor playing Dracula in “Drunk Dracula.” Plus, this week’s “On the Marquee.”...
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HPD says officers called ICE 88 times from July through September
The quarterly accounting is required by the city council, which approved the reporting mandate in April.
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Cybersecurity incident forces New Mexico hospital to turn away patients
A cybersecurity breach on a New Mexico hospital network prompted widespread ambulance diversions and forced emergency facilities to temporarily turn away patients seeking care....
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Pedro Pascal finds himself involved in a secret project in the latest 'Behemoth!' trailer
In 'Behemoth!,' Pedro Pascal plays a cellist who returns home and goes on a life-changing journey. It's in theaters December 4.
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3 suspects in custody after shots fired into Baytown home, officers say
Fortunately, no one was injured after shots were fired at the home, according to Baytown PD.
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Texas ranked among the top states for finding a job
Texas ranks among the top states in the nation for finding a job, according to a new report from WalletHub.
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CBP officers seize more than $611k in cocaine hidden inside commercial truck at Texas border bridge
CBP officers at the Veterans International Bridge in Brownsville intercepted more than 45 pounds of cocaine valued at $611,000 hidden in a commercial trailer....
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Best and worst states for jobs, according to new data
A new report ranks the best states for jobs based on unemployment, job security, salary, benefits and more.
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Hitchcock police investigating homicide after woman found dead in burned home
Hitchcock police are investigating after finding a woman dead inside a home that was damaged in a fire days before on Wednesday morning.
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Video: Inmate caught in country club swamp after escaping jail
Michigan police said the inmate escaped through a door left propped open at the jail and fled to a swamp behind a country club.
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California labor leader Dolores Huerta dies at 96
California's iconic labor leader, Dolores Huerta, has died at the age of 96, her family said on Wednesday, leaving behind a legacy of community activism that her protégés say should last on because of how she led and trained them....
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Jury selection set to begin in Los Angeles in Snap, Meta social media addiction case
Lawyers representing Meta and Snap will be back in court this week in the latest trial over claims their apps were designed to get teens and children hooked....
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Miyoko's plant-based butter recalled after E. coli, mold concerns
Consumers are being urged to check their refrigerators after more than 1,300 cases of Miyoko's vegan butter were recalled over potential contamination with yeast, mold and E. coli....
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Dutch zookeeper dies after leopard attacked her in the animal's enclosure
A longtime zookeeper at a safari park in the Netherlands has died from her injuries after she was attacked by a leopard.
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Christina Applegate shares update after revealing MS misdiagnosis
Applegate said she was "back at square one" after learning she does not have MS.
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New study estimates about 3 in 4 former NFL players had CTE
Nearly 3 in 4 former NFL players had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) at the time of their death, according to a new study published Wednesday.
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Judge denies convicted killer AJ Armstrong 4th trial after full day of hearings
The judge denied the motion for a new trial that Armstrong's team argued was necessary due to an undisclosed complaint against a witness.
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Abbott’s appeal freezes Hinojosa’s access to Musk emails
The records dispute comes just days before the Nov. 3 midterm elections. Gov. Greg Abbott is seeking a fourth term against his Democratic challenger, state Rep. Gina Hinojosa of Austin. Source...
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Texas Children’s Hospital launches detransition clinic after $10M settlement
Texas Children's Hospital has opened a detransition clinic under a settlement with the state's attorney general's office announced in May.
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Grocer recalls hoagie rolls in seven states over undeclared allergen
WinCo Foods Brand Hoagie Rolls were pulled from store shelves due to an undeclared sesame allergen. The product was distributed in multiple states, including California, Idaho, and Nevada....
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Abbott's appeal freezes Hinojosa's access to Musk emails
The records dispute comes just days before the Nov. 3 midterm elections. Gov. Greg Abbott is seeking a fourth term against his Democratic challenger, state Rep. Gina Hinojosa of Austin....
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UN condemns US economic embargo of Cuba; some nations sit out after Trump administration push
The U.N. General Assembly decided overwhelmingly Wednesday to condemn the U.S. economic embargo of Cuba for the 34th year even as Washington's campaign to influence the outcome led to a number of countries voting against the resolution or sitting out the vote for the first time....
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Houston to require better wages, health benefits for businesses receiving tax breaks
The tax abatement program is intended to spur economic development. The new requirements improve benefits for workers. The city has approved 20 tax breaks, including for Chevron, Kroger, Memorial Hermann, Halliburton and UPS....
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Alleged serial sexual predator Joe Khan charged with assault at Bucks County, Pennsylvania haunted house
Alleged serial sex predator Joe Khan was charged with assault at a Bucks County, Pennsylvania haunted house.
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Human smuggling ringleader 'Monstro' gets 9 years after migrant falls from Texas border fence
A Mexican national was sentenced to 110 months in federal prison and ordered to pay $672,101 for running a human smuggling ring that severely injured a migrant....
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Male supplement recalled over undeclared Viagra, Cialis ingredients
Tonight We Ride, LLC is recalling all lots of its Ultimate Forza male supplement after testing found undeclared sildenafil, tadalafil and dapoxetine.
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California appeals court upholds actor Danny Masterson's rape convictions
A California appeals court on Tuesday upheld actor Danny Masterson's convictions and long prison sentence for raping two women at his home in 2003.
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US cruise ship strands over 200 passengers because it can't afford fuel
A U.S. cruise ship that was sold as a permanent voyage around the world is now stranded in Cambodia, along with 203 passengers and 156 crew members.
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Rays stun Brewers with 2-run rally in 12th inning and force World Series Game 5 with 4-3 win
The Tampa Bay Rays staved off World Series elimination with a 4-3 win over the Milwaukee Brewers that forced Game 5.
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Lunches of Love’s race to feed thousands of kids across Fort Bend County
In 2009, Lunches of Love began as a targeted effort to feed 150 children facing empty pantries at a single elementary school. Today, the organization provides regular meals to more than 3,500 children across 53 schools and three school districts....
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Recall issued for H-E-B's 'Backyard BBQ' chop salad kit due to potentially undeclared nuts, FDA says
Taylor Farms is recalling the H-E-B "Backyard BBQ" chop salad kit due to the potential presence of undeclared soy and almonds.
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Escaped murderer's stolen truck found, location remains unknown: Authorities
Jacob Morley, a convicted murderer, escaped from a Tennessee prison on Sunday, according to the Tennessee Department of Correction.
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SNAP junk-food purchase bans begin Nov. 1 in Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, and Virginia
Montana, North Dakota, South Carolina, and Virginia are the latest states implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining several other states that have......
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A Texas cop signed on to help ICE deport his neighbors. It tore the town apart
Ingram was just rebuilding from a devastating flood when its tiny police department enrolled in ICE’s 287(g) deportation program. Within a year, cops would hand over the equivalent of 10% of the town. Source...
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Jaguar recalls over 93K Range Rovers due to water pooling around rearview camera
Jaguar’s new recall involves 2022-2026MY Land Rover Range Rover vehicles manufactured between 2021 and 2026, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration....
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Young boy rescued after falling into septic pipe in West Goshen Township, Pennsylvania
A young boy was rescued Tuesday evening after falling into a pipe outside a sanitation business in Pennsylvania.
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Man runs to security guard for help after saying he was shot at nearby park: HPD
The 31-year-old told police he was shot at a park before running to a security guard for help near Waugh Drive on Tuesday night, according to HPD.
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Texas Standard for Oct. 28, 2026: What changed for women in Texas politics after Ann Richards
Texas has had just two women serve as governor: Miriam “Ma” Ferguson and Ann Richards. If Democrat Gina Hinojosa defeats Greg Abbott, she would become the third — and the first since Richards left office in 1995. Source...
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Texas Nonprofit Hospitals Must Offer Charity Care, But Many Patients Never Realize They Can Apply
Thousands of Texans turn to outside help to navigate an often confusing application process for financial assistance. Many say their hospital did little to inform them....
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Greg Abbott, Gina Hinojosa each post biggest fundraising hauls yet in final leg of Texas governor’s race
The third-term GOP governor’s burst of fundraising and spending was especially notable, signaling how seriously he is taking the once-overlooked race.
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Social Security November payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security November payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
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This Witte Museum exhibit leads visitors on a Texas culinary tour through time
The exhibit "Gather 'Round The Table: Texas Food Traditions" uses video, photographs and interactive tools to take us from 700 A.D. to 2026.
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Getting to the polls: METRO to offer free rides to the polls on Election Day
Riders can receive a free ride by showing their voter registration card to a METRO operator or fare inspector when boarding.
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Free Halloween events in Houston 2026: Trick-or-treating, haunted scares, family fun
Looking for free Halloween events in Houston? Find trick-or-treating, haunted houses, costume contests and family activities across the area Oct. 29-31....
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Couple to be charged after three children rescued from West Virginia ‘house of horrors’
Three children have been removed from a West Virginia home after authorities say they endured years of physical and emotional abuse and neglect at the hands of the couple who lived there, according to the local sheriff’s office....