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MD Anderson Cancer Center President Peter WT Pisters announces retirement
Pisters began his role as president in 2017. According to the medical center and Pisters oversaw the institution’s strategic plan, created a $10 billion capital expansion plan....
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2nd witness to deadly Houston ICE shooting released from detention, attorney says
Records show the documents were filed on Monday and stated that Daniel Tirado Pantoja must be released from custody within 48 hours of the order. By Wednesday afternoon, his attorney confirmed he had been released....
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Judge grants Blake Lively $400K of $8M in legal fees she sought in film fight with Justin Baldoni
Judge grants Blake Lively $400,000 of $8M in legal fees she sought in film fight with Justin Baldoni
safety
Father of USS Abraham Lincoln sailor released from immigration detention
A father was released from immigration detention after Border Patrol officers arrested him while he was waiting for his son, a Navy sailor, to return from the USS Abraham Lincoln....
events
What we learned at Tuesday’s tense, tearful Dallas hearing over Alaska-California surrogacy battle
Dallas judge Ashley Wysocki on Tuesday extended an order preventing McKenna West from seeing or making medical decisions for a newborn she gave birth to on behalf of his genetic parents, a California couple....
montgomery
Willis High School student detained after gun allegedly found in backpack
A student was detained after a gun was found in a backpack at Willis High School on Wednesday morning, officials say.
safety
Harris County Sheriff's Office deputy temporarily reassigned after alleged ICE coordination
Joceline Penaloza Magana was allegedly detained by a sheriff's office deputy last week when her vehicle partially blocked an intersection at Westheimer Rd. and State Highway 6....
safety
2 arrested, charged for roles in shooting at 'Club Chevron' in SE Houston, HPD says
The shooting happened at a well-frequented gas station called 'Club Chevron', where people go to smoke and drink, according to HPD.
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Bryan Kohberger granted new hearing in bid to take back guilty plea in Idaho murders: Court filings
Bryan Kohberger has been granted a new hearing in his bid to take back his guilty plea, according to court filings.
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'She wanted to be a big star': Ray Benson reflects on friendship with Dolly Parton
The Asleep at the Wheel frontman shared how the two collaborated musically and even starred on the silver screen together.
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Texas education board exploring 3-year college degree programs
Gov. Greg Abbott is directing the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to form a working group to develop a statewide framework for three-year bachelor's degrees....
montgomery
Montgomery County man sentenced to 50 years for sexually abusing child for years
A Montgomery County man will spend decades in prison after being convicted of continuously abusing a young child he had spent years grooming.
safety
2 young children die in Trenton, New Jersey house fire; at least 2 firefighters injured
A 7-year-old girl and 4-year-old boy died in a Trenton, New Jersey house fire; at least 2 firefighters were injured.
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Meta settlement: Tech giant to pay Texas $1 billion in child safety case
Social media giant Meta will pay over $1 billion to Texas and implement sweeping protections for children as part of a settlement with the state.
events
New Margaritaville at Sea cruise line to sail out of Galveston in fall 2027
Margaritaville at Sea will be the Port of Galveston’s seventh cruise line and offer weekly sailings with Caribbean and Central American vacations.
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Federal judge lifts all blocks on Trump mail-in ballots executive order
The decision removes legal holds on implementing the president's executive order.
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Dolly Parton left one final song for fans to hear in 2046
Dolly Parton planned the music for her final farewell, left a secret song for 2046 and asked that her Broadway musical move forward after her death.
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3 Secret Service agents placed on administrative leave after potential misconduct
Three Secret Service agents were placed on administrative leave with details of what may have occurred not revealed amid an internal review.
safety
Houston police leaders face backlash for missing City Council discussing immigration report
The Houston Police Department's top leaders are facing criticism after they did not attend the city's Public Safety Committee meeting where they were listed to present the immigration report....
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Miley Cyrus remembers godmother Dolly Parton after her death at 80
Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton shared a close relationship and collaborated throughout their careers.
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United passenger says weather diversion on flight to Chicago led to 20-hour travel nightmare
A United Airlines passenger says a weather diversion on an Edinburgh, Scotland flight to Chicago led to a 20-hour travel nightmare through Green Bay.
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U.S. Attorney on potentially prosecuting Houston ICE shooting: ‘We’ll follow the law … But I back the blue’
In an all-encompassing interview, the new U.S Attorney for the Southern District of Texas said his office will follow the law when deciding whether or not to prosecute — including whether or not the ICE agent who pulled the trigger has qualified immunity....
business
Tom Brady's new California CardVault store burglarized 1 week after opening
NFL legend Tom Brady's new CardVault store in Palo Alto, California, was burglarized, just one week after opening.
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Tim Curry, 'Rocky Horror Picture Show' and 'Clue' actor, dies at 80
Tim Curry, the star actor of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," has died. He was 80 years old.
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Transform your look with the hottest glasses in 2026
The ultimate guide to 2026 eyewear: Find your perfect pair.
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Democratic states file new lawsuit seeking to block Trump’s order limiting mail voting in midterms
Democratic-controlled states filed another lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to limit mail voting in this year's midterm elections....
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It's MomTok drama in overdrive in 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' season 5 trailer
"This whole thing has spiraled." The MomTok chaos is in full view in the season 5 trailer for "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." The whole season drops September 10 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+....
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Pearland proposes balanced FY 2026-27 budget, discusses pay raises, new property tax rate
Pearland officials are proposing a balanced budget of nearly $137.8 million for fiscal year 2026-27.
business
Texas House Democrats urge Abbott to call for closing of Dilley ICE facility
Texas House Democrats are asking Gov. Greg Abbott to request the closing of a Texas immigration processing facility.
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Shipping holiday packages with US Postal Service to cost more this year - See the temporary price increases
It will cost more this holiday season to ship packages with the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) announcing plans for a temporary price change for some package shipping products for the 2026 peak holiday season....
safety
Ohio officer helps corral chickens across a road back to their enclosure
The question of “why did the chicken cross the road," now has a new answer thanks to an Ohio police officer.