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Iran's currency hits a new record low as war erodes the country's economic stability
Iran’s currency has fallen to a new record low, with traders exchanging more than 2.5 million rials to the U.S. dollar.
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Man dragged to death after bag caught in doors of Brooklyn A train in New York
A man was killed after being dragged by a train at a Brooklyn subway station Monday evening when his bag became caught in closing train doors, according to authorities....
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National Coffee Day 2026 deals, discounts
Calling all coffee lovers! National Coffee Day is bringing a fresh lineup of freebies and discounts on Tuesday, Sept. 29.
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Child of a mail-order bride (Sept. 29, 2026)
On Tuesday's show: Writer Katya Suvorova, who grew up in Houston, talks about her book, "Ungrateful Immigrant Daughter: A Memoir From the Child of a Mail-Order Bride." And we discuss benefits available to veterans in Greater Houston....
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LSU frat pledges allegedly waterboarded, forced to chug milk in hazing rituals: report
Two fraternities at Louisiana State University are suspended following an investigation into allegations of hazing within the organizations.
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Officials are looking into a possible new ransom note related to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Authorities are looking into the possibility of a new ransom note related to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
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Lindsay Clancy set to return to court for first time since murder trial ended with deadlocked jury
Lindsay Clancy will be back in court amid efforts by her defense team to avert a second trial.
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Hayden Panettiere's ex-fiance Wladimir Klitschko files petition over daughter's estate
The actress was the mother of one child, Kaya Klitschko, whom she had in 2014 with her ex-fiance, Wladimir Klitschko.
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Dennis Haskins, Principal Belding in 'Saved By The Bell,' dies at 75
Dennis Haskins, who is best known for his role on the hit sitcom "Saved By The Bell," has died at 75, his agent confirmed.
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 3412: Bipedalism's Message
Episode: 3412 In which we humans (and birds) depend upon being unstable – and thinking unstably. Today, we walk on two legs.
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Wrestler Benjamin Satterley, known as 'Pac,' dies after competition in Chicago area
Benjamin Satterley, an English-born wrestler known for high-flying moves that delighted fans worldwide, has died. He was 40.
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Baytown-area shooting kills father, injures 19-year-old daughter; daughter's ex in custody
The victims' wife and mother suspected the ex was involved before his arrest was announced.
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Former HCSO deputy arrested again, accused of sending unwanted nude photo to relative: Court records
A former Harris County Sheriff's Office deputy is back behind bars for the third time in a month, this time accused of sending an unwanted nude photo of himself to a relative....
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Healthcare worker killed, 90-year-old man critically injured in southeast Houston shooting, HPD says
Police say a healthcare worker was found shot to death, and the 90-year-old man who reportedly shot her was critically injured in southeast Houston on Monday afternoon....
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Houston-area gym abruptly closing, leaving families scrambling for answers
Families say they were given just three days’ notice that Stars Gymnastics Training Center will close on Wednesday. FOX 26 Senior Legal Analyst Chris Tritico said families could have legal options if they are not refunded....
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Irving couple convicted in $9.5 million investment fraud scheme
An Irving couple was convicted in federal court of conspiring to commit wire fraud after prosecutors said they defrauded more than 700 investors of at least $9.5 million....
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Harris County granted one-year extension to continue Hurricane Harvey projects
The US HUD approve one last extension for 2017 Hurricane Harvey recovery funds. The Harris County Flood Control District was months away from a deadline for multiple projects...
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Trump denies offering to sell China weapons, adds 'maybe it's a good idea'
President Donald Trump contradicted a claim made by one of his ambassadors that he asked Chinese leader Xi Jinping if Beijing wanted to buy U.S. weapons during last week’s meeting between the two world leaders....
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Dr. David Persse, retired Houston chief medical officer, dead at 66, HFD says
Dr. David Persse, the former Houston chief medical officer, has died at the age of 66, according to a statement from the Houston Fire Department.
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Willis High School implements Clear Backpack Policy following string of campus safety incidents
Security measures are intensifying at Willis High School as administrators respond to a wave of security incidents on campus since the start of the school year....
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Police officer in custody after toddler brings loaded gun to Michigan daycare
A Michigan police department has launched an investigation into an incident on Monday at a local daycare where a toddler had a loaded firearm.
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Could new air conditioning requirement cause unintended consequences for Houston renters?
ABC13 asked experts whether the costs of suddenly having an air conditioner could have unintended consequences for some cash-strapped Houston renters.
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Father killed, daughter critically injured in shooting in east Harris County, deputies say
Deputies said the victims were found with gunshot wounds. SkyEye13 flew over the scene and captured footage of crime tape strung up in front of several mobile homes along the road....
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'I am ICE': Man accused of impersonating immigration agent after minor west Houston car accident
According to court documents, the man is identified as 48-year-old Majid Shaheed Mohammed, who is now charged with impersonating a public servant.
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Chuck Grassley, oldest sitting US senator, laments dying in office under a Democratic governor
"I don't want a Democrat governor choosing my successor," Grassley said.
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90-year-old shot after killing friend's health aide in Southeast Houston
A woman was killed, a man was hospitalized, and another man was detained following shootings at a home along Bellfort Avenue.
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Cornell fraternity alleged gang rape investigation reopened following civil lawsuit
Prosecutors in New York reopened a criminal investigation into an alleged 2024 gang rape at Cornell after the victim filed a new lawsuit.
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Dublin, California shooting: 77-year-old couple allegedly shoots, kills son-in-law, Jonathan McKinsey
There was a Dublin, California shooting. A 77-year-old couple allegedly shot and killed their son-in-law, Jonathan McKinsey.
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Over 11,000 Ford pickups recalled due to a possibly counterfeit component
Ford is recalling thousands of its 2026 Ranger pickup trucks over an issue with the backup cameras that may affect nearly half of them.
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Wrestler Benjamin Satterley, known as 'Pac,' dies after competition in Chicago
Benjamin Satterley, an English-born wrestler known for high-flying moves that delighted fans worldwide, has died. He was 40.
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Bond denied for 17-year-old accused of killing Westbury HS student
Attorneys from both sides confirm that Travoris Hines is a former student of Westbury High.
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Central Park body found: Suspect Jonathan Robles charged with murder after woman beaten to death with a stick in New York City
A 63-year-old woman who had been living in New York City's Central Park was beaten to death with a stick. Suspect Jonathan Robles has been charged with murder....
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Gov. Greg Abbott declares statewide disaster proclamation over diesel shortages
The governor is allowing the used of dyed diesel on roads. Diesel prices reached a record high last week, seven months into the U.S.'s war with Iran.
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US officials deny there are plans to sell weapons to China
It comes after the U.S. ambassador to China said Trump offered to sell American arms to China.
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2 suspects arrested in multiple copper wire thefts at Gallery Furniture worth $70K, Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office says
The Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office said it arrested two suspects in multiple copper wire thefts totaling $70K at a Gallery Furniture store.
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'Verity' cast reveals why the movie thriller should keep viewers guessing
In theaters this Friday, "Verity" is based on Hoover's bestselling novel and centers on a story built around distrust, mystery and shifting perceptions....
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ABC13 looks at why there's been a lack of debates in statewide races on November ballot
It's not unheard of for candidates to decline debates. But it's rare in modern Texas politics to have no debates for the U.S. Senate, governor, and lieutenant governor, especially given that some of the current candidates have debated in the past....
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Texas awards $51 million in first round of Rural Texas Strong funding
Gov. Greg Abbott announced on Monday that Texas is awarding $51 million in federal funding to rural hospital districts and authorities as part of the state’s Rural Texas Strong initiative....
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The Woodlands Fine Craft, Art & Design Show showcases 60 juried artists and designers
The Woodlands Fine Craft, Art & Design Show, produced by The Woodlands Arts Council, was held on Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27 at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center. The show featured a curated indoor shopping experience celebrating......
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Harris County gets one-year extension to use federal funds for post-Harvey flood bond projects
A Harris County Flood Control District report earlier this year revealed that several of the county's disaster relief flood projects -- which were authorized by voters in 2018 as part of a $2.5 billion bond -- would not meet a state-imposed deadline early next year....
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Contradicting Trump, Pope Leo says artificial intelligence safety concerns not 'fake news'
Pope Leo XIV says concerns about artificial intelligence going rogue are not "fake news" and should be taken seriously.
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Houston man sentenced to 35 years in prison in smuggling case tied to fatal crash
A 26-year-old Houston man was sentenced to 35 years in federal prison for his role in a cartel-linked human smuggling ring tied to a fatal 2022 Texas car crash....
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Ken Paxton calls for balancing border security with immigration reform to help labor-starved business sectors
The Texas attorney general and Republican candidate for U.S. Senate blamed Democrats for standing in the way of a deal, arguing one could have been passed during the first Trump administration....
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Tasia Fortune's hanging was 'staged' in 'drug case gone very wrong': Police chief
A third suspect was arrested on murder charges in the death of Tasia Fortune, a 29-year-old Black mother of four whose body was found hanging from a tree in Jackson....
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AI stokes fears, but can be a boon for the disabled community. Here's how else it's impacting Texans
From smart glasses to concerns over rouge AI agents, this Texas Standard special takes a look at this new tech frontier — and a glimpse at what may be over the horizon....
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Memorial Hermann President and CEO, David L. Callender, MD, to retire at end of 2026
Memorial Hermann Health System announced today that President and CEO David L. Callender, MD, will retire at the end of the year following seven years of distinguished leadership and service to Memorial Hermann and the Greater Houston community. Alec H. King, Executive Vice......
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (September 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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'Oasis: Don't Look Back In Anger' documentary is exclusively heading to Disney+ and Hulu
Disney+ and Hulu's "Oasis: Don't Look Back In Anger" doc features Liam and Noel Gallagher first joint interview in 20 years plus, unseen performances.
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Terrorist drug lord known as 'The Spider' extradited to US
An alleged drug lord and terrorist was extradited to California on Monday and faces several charges tied to his involvement with a Columbian paramilitary organization....
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Hello Houston (September 28, 2026)
Today: We break down the latest in Texas politics ahead of the midterm elections, sociologist Harel Shapira talks about his new book “Basic Pistol,” and we discuss a new study that looks at how proximity to food influences our eating habits....
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Camp Mystic Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing: Owners propose sale
The owners of Camp Mystic, where 27 campers and counselors died during the July 2025 flooding, have filed a Chapter 11 bankruptcy plan which would auction off the property and other assets....
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Here's why airfare prices could stay high even if price of oil falls
Jet fuel prices may fall, but travelers shouldn’t expect cheaper flights anytime soon. Here's why.