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Heat Advisory issued for Houston area as hot temperatures and spotty storms persist
Feels like temperatures will reach 100 to end the weekend. A Heat Advisory was issued for some Houston area counties from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.
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Ryanair CEO disputes report that an injured passenger was partly sucked out a shattered window
Ryanair's CEO disputes claims that a passenger was partly sucked out of a window during a July flight.
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Hurricane Ike is still fresh in the minds of Galveston residents, 18 years later
The Category 2 hurricane carried a storm surge up to 17 feet across the Bolivar Peninsula, damaged over 24-thousand structures around Galveston County and killed 100 people in the U.S. Two decades later, memorials of the storm's impact can be found scattered around the island....
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Wisconsin GOP governor candidate swims from sinking plane after emergency lake landing
Wisconsin Republican gubernatorial candidate and U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany said escaped with minor injuries after a small plane he was in lost power and made an emergency landing in a lake....
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Dominick Bianchi missing: Urgent search for diabetic man as wife Julianna Zyra pleads for newlywed to 'come home'
Dominick Bianchi was last seen Tuesday morning at his home in East Greenbush, near Albany, according to police.
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Irish leaders, local protests react after President Donald Trump says he'd 'love' to see a unified Ireland
President Donald Trump sparked the ire of some Irish leaders shortly after his arrival in Dublin Saturday when he expressed an interest in seeing a unified Ireland....
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The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1629: Resisting Change
Episode: 1629 An old book tells about textile engineering and conservatism. Today, we resist change.
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Security stops trespasser at former VP Kamala Harris' Malibu home, sheriff's department says
Former Vice President Kamala Harris' Malibu home had an unexpected and unwelcome visitor on Friday night.
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No. 4 Texas Longhorns rallies from 20-point deficit to stun No. 1 Ohio State 24-23
Arch Manning and Hollywood Smothers sparked a 21-point fourth-quarter rally as Texas stunned No. 1 Ohio State 24-23 in Austin.
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Former Ohio attorney convicted of trying to shoot ex-wife at restaurant
An Ohio man was convicted of trying to kill his ex-wife after prosecutors said he pointed a handgun at her head and pulled the trigger while she was dining with her parents....
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This Week in Texas reports from the 2026 GOP Convention
This Week in Texas, we're in Dallas for the midterm Republican National Convention - a first-ever effort by the GOP.
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Pastor dies after severe spinal injury during cruise celebrating son’s wedding
A Minnesota pastor died after suffering a severe spinal cord injury and nearly drowning in a pool aboard a cruise ship in Italy while celebrating his son’s wedding....
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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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Houston-area restaurant forced to add fees as inflation strains business, owner says
The owner of Lankford's, a staple Houston restaurant, said he has implemented a 3.5% surcharge on credit card purchases because of rising costs for goods and services....
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Man dead, investigation underway after body dumped in SW Houston apartment complex, HPD says
ABC13 obtained surveillance video from the complex that shows a Toyota pulling into the parking lot exactly where the body was found and leaving moments later....
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Suspect wanted for allegedly sexually assaulting girl, Precinct 4 says
Harris County Constable Precinct 4 alleges Alex Donaldo Gonzalez Aleman provided alcohol to a female minor before sexually assaulting her.
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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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Red tide conditions detected in Bolivar Peninsula waters, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department says
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department reported fish kills and respiratory symptoms near the Bolivar Peninsula in Galveston County, with water samples indicating a "moderate concentration of red tide."...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Attack on key Saudi pipeline is blamed on Iran-backed militias in Iraq
Iraq's government raced Saturday to contain the fallout after local Iran-backed militias were accused of attacking and shuttering a key Saudi pipeline....
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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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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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'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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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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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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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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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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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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'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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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.