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Bystanders chase down suspect after stolen Tesla speeds down boardwalk in San Diego, California
A man driving a stolen Tesla crashed onto a busy boardwalk at a San Diego beach, police say.
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Cleanup underway after Union Pacific rail car derails on eastern edge of Brookshire, officials say
Police said this is not a derailment, and crews are assessing the damage and clearing the area so drivers can continue.
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What is 'zombie filler'? Doctors use donor fat to restore volume
Fat from human organ donors is being processed and marketed as a new injectable option for aesthetic procedures.
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New mariachi group at HCC celebrates music and culture
Mariachi Águilas de Oro takes root! These students are laying the foundation for what they hope becomes a lasting part of Houston City College.
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Texas and feds announce noncitizen voting charges against seven people
State officials also referred 117 people for investigation related to noncitizen voting, but confirmed nearly 600 other flagged voters are U.S. citizens....
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Toss up: Flower Mound artist's rice portraits last a split second, but captivate millions
With nearly 4 million followers on TikTok and over 2 million subscribers on YouTube, artist Alissa Teo has elevated this simple idea — throwing carefully arranged colored rice into the air to make shapes and images — into a full-blown business....
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Houston police investigating shooting death of 87-year-old man in Woodland Heights home as homicide
An investigation is underway after a man was found dead inside a home in the Woodland Heights area on Tuesday afternoon, according to the Houston Police Department....
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'Looksmaxxing' among 1,400 new words added to Merriam-Webster's dictionary website
Merriam-Webster's dictionary has added 1,400 words, from “looksmaxxing" and “rickroll" to “cuffing season" and “Sunday scaries," capturing how language is evolving....
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Trump to campaign in NC for former GOP chairman Michael Whatley who's facing Roy Cooper
President Donald Trump will travel to North Carolina on Wednesday to campaign in Gastonia, U.S. candidate Michael Whatley's hometown.
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Body found in creek near southeast Houston apartments
A man was reportedly found face down in Plum Creek on Wednesday morning.
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Family claims abortion ban kept doctors from saving Texas woman
The family of a Texas woman is claiming doctors refused to provide a potentially life-saving abortion in response to the woman's worsening health issues, because of the state's total abortion ban....
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Hello Houston – The Commuter Cut (September 16, 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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Ranking adult literacy rates across the Midwest
The U.S. is facing a growing literacy crisis and some states are faring better than others. Here are where the Midwest states rank for their literacy levels....
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How Magnolia Bakery Built a Banana Pudding Empire | Local to Legendary
NYC icon Magnolia Bakery is bringing its iconic baked goods worldwide.
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Fulshear police chief fired over alleged undisclosed relationship with subordinate
An investigation uncovered an exchange of money and communications between the police chief and a subordinate officer. The chief denied the allegations....
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Hello Houston (September 16, 2026)
Today: We discuss the latest on the U.S.-Canada trade war, discuss a new series about the disappearance of Houston native Austin Tice, and learn about the REELpoetry International Film Festival. Plus, this week’s “On the Marquee.”...
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Crocs has launched a new Disney and Pixar Cars Collection that fans will love
Celebrate 20 years of Disney and Pixar's "Cars" with this new limited-edition Crocs collaboration.
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House to adjourn early, stave off Hegseth impeachment vote
House Republicans had planned to remain in session until Thursday, but will now take their last votes Wednesday evening on a major White House priority....
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FDA recalls hand soap sold in 15 states due to risk of bacteria
The affected hand soap products were sold in various states, including California, Georgia, and Illinois, according to the Food and Drug Administration....
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5 missing women now linked to massive investigation at home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Eugene Horsch connected to case, officials say
5 missing women are now linked to a massive investigation at a home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Eugene Horsch is connected to the case, officials say....
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74-year-old man found dead after drone crashed in wooded area, Harris County sheriff says
HCSO said two men were operating a drone when it crashed in a wooded area. After finding it, one of them reportedly went back for a missing part but never returned....
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Person found dead in west Harris County while searching for missing man
A man went missing along Katy Hockley Road on Tuesday morning.
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How a former gang member helped shape FX's 'The Drop: A Snowfall Saga' and give back to his city
FX's "The Drop: A Snowfall Saga" bridges the divides between Los Angeles fictional and real, past and present, with the help of Skipp Townsend.
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Texas set to execute inmate for 2005 triple murder
LeJames Norman faces execution by lethal injection in Texas for the 2005 triple murder of three people during an attempted drug robbery in Edna, southwest of Houston....
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Houston man indicted for alleged Texas Medical Center kidnapping, stabbing
The suspect who was arrested back in May for allegedly attacking a woman inside a Texas Medical Center Garage has officially been indicted by a grand jury....
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Lamar CISD votes to move Tesla’s JETI application forward
Lamar CISD has approved its portion of an agreement for a state economic incentive as Tesla finalizes its site selection for a new manufacturing facility....
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Lindsay Clancy trial prompts Massachusetts push for better postpartum care
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is speaking up about postpartum care following the high-profile case of Lindsay Clancy, who was on trial for the murder of her three children after saying she was in the throes of postpartum psychosis....
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Afghan man sentenced to 20-year prison term in case tied to 2021 suicide bombing at Kabul airport
An Islamic State group member was sentenced Wednesday to 20 years in prison for aiding the terrorist organization that took credit for a suicide bombing that killed 13 U.S. service members and about 160 Afghans at the Kabul airport five years ago during the American military's......
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As Texas expands public pre-K, longtime childcare providers struggle to keep their place
Texas is trying to expand access to preschool by encouraging school districts to partner with private child care centers. But some longtime Dallas providers say the school district that’s supposed to be their partner is also becoming their competition. Source...
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'Endangered' missing man found safe
A man has been found safe after going missing in west Houston earlier this week.
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Multiple SE Texas areas reporting water discoloration due to heavy rain from Tropical Storm Edouard
Several areas southeast of Houston are reporting water discoloration due to recent rain brought by Tropical Storm Edouard. Here's what to know.
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Alvin PD search for man they say was involved in an indecent exposure incident
The Alvin Police Department shared a release saying the incident happened on the morning of Sept. 10 in the 2300 block of Fairway Drive.
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Charlie Kirk's family signals intent to sue, alleging 'stunning failures' led to on-campus assassination
The family of Charlie Kirk alleges that a "series of stunning failures and reckless decisions" by Utah Valley University led to the conservative activist's assassination....
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Two sexual enhancement supplements sold at Walmart and Amazon recalled
Food and Drug Administration officials said the new recall affects X10 and biQ-FEL products after lab testing found that the supplements contained undeclared ingredients....
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Chris Brown tells Texas lawmaker to 'keep that award' after backlash
Chris Brown rejected a Texas recognition after Rep. Venton Jones apologized for honoring him at an Arlington concert.
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G20 Energy Summit wraps up in Houston with push for lower costs, regional power solutions
As the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial Meeting concludes on Wednesday in Downtown Houston, international diplomats and federal energy officials are focusing their closing message squarely on consumer wallets....
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DOJ expands beef price investigation to eight major grocery retailers
The Department of Justice has expanded its investigation into rising beef prices to include eight major U.S. grocery retailers.
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Train car damages track in Brookshire, leading to blockage of several intersections, police say
Police said this is not a derailment, and crews are assessing the damage and clearing the area so drivers can continue.
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Senate takes first step to overhaul college sports system
Senate takes first step to advance legislation to drastically overhaul college sports system as we know it, passing a procedural vote for a full Senate vote, 74-24....
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Brain-eating amoeba that killed NC teen linked to water feature tied to man-made creek at Durham mental health facility
A man-made creek at a Durham facility was the most likely source of exposure to the brain-eating amoeba that killed a 17-year-old boy, NCDHHS says
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Reporter, pilot and pedestrian ID'd as 3 killed in Los Angeles TV news helicopter crash
A TV news helicopter belonging to KNBC in Los Angeles crashed and burst into flames near the scene of a deadly bus collision on Tuesday evening, killing reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw, and a pedestrian on the ground identified as Edy Gutierrez Mejia....
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Hydra Fire tracker: Latest acreage, containment and map
The Hydra Fire in Texas is a wildfire that started in Bosque County on Monday, south of the town of Meridian.
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Houston Public Media Foundation Announces New Board Leadership and Members
The Houston Public Media Foundation today announced the appointment of new directors and officers to its board. Michael Stewart has been named president of the board of directors, succeeding John Bradshaw, who will continue to serve the board in an ex-officio role as immediate......
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CBP agents intercept 2,800 pounds of meth disguised as fresh vegetables at Texas border crossing
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Pharr International Bridge seized more than $25 million in methamphetamine hidden inside a produce shipment from Mexico....
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Body found in creek in southeast Houston neighborhood, HPD says
Police confirmed a body was found in a creek near an apartment complex in the Pecan Park neighborhood Wednesday morning.
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UT students attacked by Bo French call his comments 'disgusting' and too familiar
In a statement Monday night, university officials indirectly addressed Bo French’s comments, calling students at the game Saturday night “incredible fans.”… Source...
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Gov. Greg Abbott orders Texas water agency to penalize data centers that don’t report their water usage
Last year, less than 30% of data centers responded to a state-mandated water usage survey conducted by the Texas Water Development Board. Source
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Supporting acts quit Ed Sheeran's tour after Macklemore is dropped over pro-Palestinian comments
Four supporting acts, including all scheduled opening acts, quit Ed Sheeran's tour on Tuesday after the rapper Macklemore was removed for pro-Palestinian comments onstage during a recent show....
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American Heart Association kicks off 2026-2027, announces upcoming events in The Woodlands
On September 9, the American Heart Association officially kicked off the 2026–2027 year with a celebration held at Lotus of The Woodlands. Sponsors, event chairs and leaders, and attendees had the opportunity to meet the leadership team, connect with fellow supporters, and......
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Florida woman allegedly drugs man she met at club, steals his nearly $100K Rolex: police
A woman was arrested after allegedly meeting a man at a club in South Florida, going home with him and drugging him before stealing his nearly $100,000 Rolex watch, according to court records....
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Texas Standard for Sept. 16, 2026: UT students respond after Bo French targets them online
Republican Railroad Commission candidate Bo French drew widespread criticism after posting an image of UT Austin students, many of them South Asian, alongside remarks questioning the university’s demographic makeup. Several students pictured in the post have now spoken publicly.....
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Family of Texas pregnant woman Tierra Walker who died sues Texas AG Ken Paxton, alleges denied abortion led to death
The family of a pregnant woman who died sued Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and others on Tuesday, claiming she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life....
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Fulshear Police Chief fired after alleged 'financial entanglement' with captain
The Fulshear City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to fire Police Chief Kenny Seymour following a months-long investigation into allegations of misconduct, including an alleged inappropriate relationship with a department captain....
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These groups are driving the DeFlock movement in Austin. Now, they're ready for statewide action
The pushback against automated license plate readers is growing, and it's not just one organization driving the movement. Elected officials, civil rights groups and regular citizens are working together to get the technology removed in the Austin area....
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After backlash, power grid officials back away from agreement to give ERCOT CEO millions in additional bonuses
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick balked at the contract two boards approved for Pablo Vegas. The ERCOT chief said officials then decided not to execute the deal.
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So Delicious recalls popular frozen dessert that could have hard stones in it
So Delicious is recalling a flavor of frozen pints after customers complained of hard stones and foreign objects in the dessert.
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Kennedy Center demolition worries rise with closing after judge blocks Trump name restoration
The Kennedy Center will close most of its facility for renovations after its Trump‑aligned board voted Tuesday to proceed with the shutdown just hours after a federal judge again blocked the institution from restoring Donald Trump’s name to the building, as lawyers warned the......
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CMA will honor Dolly Parton in a two-hour live TV event on ABC and Disney+
An honor for an icon. The Country Music Association is producing a two-hour tribute to Dolly Parton. It'll air October 21 on ABC and Disney+
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'Dancing with the Stars' season 35 premiere brings 8 dances, lots of nostalgia and 1st elimination
The ballroom is back for season 35 of "Dancing with the Stars!" Round one saw eight male stars compete, but only seven will dance another week.
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The week in politics (Sept. 16, 2026)
On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And a new documentary delves into the life and career of Houston-native WNBA star Brittney Griner....