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Hello Houston (August 11, 2026)
Today: We talk with Houston City Council Member Edward Pollard, learn about Texas Southern University's landmark investment in breast cancer prevention, explore Houston’s rich jazz history, and more....
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HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe is nationally recognized for commitment to providing High-Quality Stroke Care
HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus; Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus; Target: Stroke Advanced Therapy; and Target: Type 2 Diabetes™ Honor Roll quality achievement awards for demonstrating......
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Texas firefighters battle 3,025-acre wildfire in Stephens County
Containment of the Bufford Creek Fire in Stephens County has reached 90% as the wildfire's footprint adjusted slightly to 3,025 acres, state forestry officials said....
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Speed climber Jacob Whisenant dies in 'climbing-related incident' in Sequoia-Kings Canyon wilderness
Climber Jacob Whisenant, 30, has died in a climbing accident at California’s Sierra Nevada last week.
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Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office partners with TxDOT in Intoxicated Driver Mobilization enforcement Aug. 14-Sept. 7
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), is participating in the Intoxicated Driver Mobilization enforcement, a statewide initiative running from August 14th through September 7th. This campaign focuses on......
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Former Brazoria County deputy arrested in connection to teen's June shooting death
Kevin Tippit, who faces a charge of aggravated assault by a public servant, was fired after the June 1 shooting death of 18-year-old college student John Mendoza Jr....
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Disney and Pixar's 'Toy Story 5' heading to digital Aug. 18, 4K UHD Sept. 22
Family movie night goes to infinity and beyond when "Toy Story 5" arrives on digital Aug. 18 and on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray and DVD Sept. 22.
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Nearly 50,000 Chrysler vehicles recalled over seat belt safety defect
Chrysler is recalling nearly 50,000 vehicles over a seat belt defect that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
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Dethroned Miss NC Brittany Boltinhouse to take 'legal action' against pageant organizers, attorney says
Former Miss North Carolina USA Brittany Boltinhouse, who lost her title as Miss USA condemned “racism” and “homophobia,” will take “legal action," her attorney said....
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Former Brazoria Co. deputy charged with aggravated assault in teen's shooting death: Docs
Records show Kevin Tippit was booked into Brazoria County Jail on Tuesday for an incident on June 1, 2026.
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Wednesday to bring 3 cosmic spectacles including solar eclipse, meteor shower
The day will have a parade of planets, a solar eclipse and a meteor shower.
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These are the best community colleges in the US for 2026, data says
Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis....
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Robert Gilman release: Former US Marine held in Russia for more than 4 years on disputed charges has been released
A former U.S. Marine from Massachusetts who has been held in Russia for more than four years on disputed charges has been released.
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Brad Pitt opens up about sobriety, suicidal thoughts and more in candid interview
In a wide-ranging interview with Esquire published on Aug. 10, the Academy Award winner said he's no longer sober and that he's felt suicidal over "family stuff."...
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Goth’s not dead: How a subculture survived over 40 years in Texas
As Austin's Elysium celebrates 25 years, a community reflects on goth's roots and future.
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Robert Gilman released from Russian prison after four years
Russian authorities have released U.S. citizen Robert Gilman after four years in a Russian prison, where an advocacy group said he became gravely ill and was near death....
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Big Bear eagles: What's next for Shadow after death of his mate Jackie?
Now that beloved bald eagle Jackie is gone, what happens next in the Big Bear nest is unclear. What's next for Shadow?
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Abbott lays out 3 priorities for Texas Classroom Commission at inaugural meeting
The Texas Classroom Commission held its first meeting Monday, where Gov. Greg Abbott laid out three priorities for the group.
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U.S. citizen arrested after 130 pounds of cocaine found in vehicle at Texas-Mexico border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than $1.7 million worth of cocaine hidden inside an SUV at the Del Rio Port of Entry earlier this month, federal authorities announced....
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A DC trial was nearing its end when the jury made a discovery that shocked everyone in the courtroom
The charges at a monthlong criminal trial in Washington's federal court were fairly straightforward: That one man had allegedly held up seven 7-Elevens and a few other gas stations in spring 2023 and stolen cars. But the trial of Shamell Naquan Joyner had a twist....
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Schools starting in August among 'dumbest things' Texas does, lawmaker says.
A Texas lawmaker is pushing for children to start school later in the year because of the risks involving heat in August.
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Former Brazoria Co. deputy indicted for shooting death of John Mendoza Jr.
Former Brazoria County Deputy Kevin Tippit was indicted in the June shooting death of 18-year-old John Mendoza Jr. in Lake Jackson.
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Body found in retention pond near Memorial Hermann hospital in southeast Houston
Houston police were called to the scene of a body found in a retention pond near a hospital in southeast Houston.
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Houston-area church leader accused of money laundering, forced labor and conspiracy: Docs
According to documents, in one instance, the pastor and a top church leader demanded sexual acts from a 19-year-old woman and told her to send explicit pictures and videos....
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City Place to host Houston debut of nationally acclaimed Color Vibe 5K on September 19
One of the country’s most colorful fun runs is making its Houston debut this fall. For the first time ever, City Place will host the nationally touring Color Vibe 5K, bringing its signature blend of color, music and family-friendly entertainment to the north Houston business and....
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Lotto Texas $26.75M jackpot winner: Winning numbers, where ticket was sold
A Lotto Texas ticket sold in Angleton won the $26.75 million jackpot on Monday. Here are the winning numbers and where the ticket was sold.
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Why 'The X-Files: I Want to Believe - Vrach Frankenshteyn' creator wanted to release director's cut
"The truth is out there." Chris Carter's "The X-Files: I Want to Believe - Vrach Frankenshteyn" director's cut offers fans a darker version.
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Nearly 30,000 pounds of raw beef recalled over missed import inspection
Nearly 30,000 pounds of imported raw beef from South America have been recalled in two states over the failure to reinspect the product after arriving in the U.S., according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)....