Alvarez hits AL-leading 25th homer, Astros beat Guardians 2-1
Yordan Alvarez hit his AL-leading 25th home run, Kai-Wei Teng threw six solid innings and the Houston Astros beat the Cleveland Guardians 2-1.
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Serena Williams will play singles at Wimbledon in her tennis comeback at age 44
It's been talked about ever since Serena Williams announced nearly three weeks ago that she was returning to professional tennis after almost four years away from the sport. At age 44, Williams will play both singles and doubles at Wimbledon.
Houston is trading stormy days for steamy ones this week
Houston is trading stormy days for steamy ones with the first summer heat dome settling into Texas later this week.
Discovery Green stays quiet under police watch a week after hundreds of teens flooded the downtown Houston park in teen takeover
Discovery Green Park closed early on Saturday night under police watch, one week after 100 Houston police units responded to what they described as a "teen takeover."
Houston-area teen found dead in submerged vehicle in East Texas creek, sheriff says
A 17-year-old is dead after his vehicle was found submerged in a creek following heavy rain in East Texas, the Houston County Sheriff's Office said.
Woman, 17-year-old male charged with endangerment after child exposed to feces, gasoline, bugs: docs
According to court documents, the conditions of the child were so severe that two decontamination baths were required before the child could be treated by hospital staff.
Tropical development is not expected as a large plume of Saharan dust covers the Atlantic basin
Tropical development is not expected as a large plume of Saharan dust covers the Atlantic basin
Shelter-in-place lifted for parts of Texas City after plant fire was put out, city officials say
The shelter-in-place order for Texas City was lifted on Sunday morning after the reported plant fire was extinguished, city officials said.
Texas City shelter-in-place ends after refinery fire
The fire was reported Sunday morning at the Marathon Refinery.
East Freeway vehicle hit by airborne driver, 3 hospitalized
A driver allegedly lost control on the feeder road, went airborne onto the freeway, and struck another vehicle.
Mortgage rates drop to lowest level in more than a month as Iran deal progresses
Mortgage rates fell this week to their lowest level in more than a month, with Freddie Mac reporting the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage declined to 6.47% from 6.52% the previous week.
12-year-old describes chaos on stalled Adventureland coaster: 'Snapping, crying, screaming'
A Friday night at an amusement park turned into a terrifying ordeal for several riders when a roller coaster malfunctioned at Adventureland on Long Island, leaving passengers stranded sideways in the air.
Man killed after driving off road and hitting tree may have suffered a medical issue, deputies say
Deputies say a man who died after running a stop sign and hitting a tree in east Harris County may have suffered a medical issue.
Suspect barricaded inside Kingwood apartment after allegedly strangling his partner, Houston Police Department says
Houston police said a woman told officers that her male partner strangled her before the man barricaded himself alone inside a Kingwood apartment.
Man falls to his death during Goose concert at Madison Square Garden
A concertgoer died Saturday night after falling from the 300 section at Madison Square Garden.
FAA investigates incident that forced a Delta flight to abort landing
A Delta Airlines flight has to abort landing, to avoid an American Airlines plane departing from an intersecting runway, according to the FAA.
Claude Guillemot, co-founder of 'Assassin's Creed' maker Ubisoft, killed in plane crash in France
A founder of Ubisoft, the global gaming company behind Assassin's Creed, has been killed in a plane crash in western France.
JD Vance arrives in Switzerland to launch talks with Iran on its nuclear program
U.S. Vice President JD Vance landed Sunday in Switzerland to help formally launch negotiations with Iranian leaders over curbing Tehran's nuclear program and building out the fragile interim deal to end the war in Iran.
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1592: Specialized Language
Episode: 1592 In which we use fancy words instead of simple ones. Today, the quotidian denominator.
2 men found dead in vehicle bought at auction, bodies had been decomposing more than 24 hours, HCSO says
Two men were found dead inside a vehicle at an auto body shop in North Harris County on Saturday morning, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.
2 bodies found in vehicle brought to north Houston auto shop
The vehicle was reportedly dropped off at an auto body shop, and mechanics found the bodies.
Newly released video captures the aftermath of a fatal teen stabbing at a Texas track meet
Newly released footage that was shown in court captures the moments after a Texas teen fatally stabbed another teen during a high school track meet last year.
‘Show Your Stripes Day’: These cities had the most higher-than-average temperatures
As communities prepare to mark “Show Your Stripes Day” on June 20, new climate data reveals just how dramatically temperatures have risen over the past century.
Argentina vs Austria World Cup 2026: North Texas fan hubs buzzing before Messi kickoff
North Texas is buzzing as Argentina and Austria fans pack local watch spots ahead of Monday's massive World Cup clash in Arlington
This Week in Texas: KP George sentence, DACA, ballot access lawsuit
This Week in Texas, we follow the sentencing of suspended Fort Bend County Judge KP George after his felony conviction for money laundering. You'll hear from special prosecutor Brian Wice and political insiders, Angel Carroll and Jacey Jetton.
Too hot for hops: France bans booze at music festival, many public places
Festival-goers in France who were looking forward to having a beer during the country’s major musical celebration, Fete de la Musique, may have to find something else to sip on.
US and Iran to talk Sunday in Switzerland as Tehran says it closed Strait of Hormuz again
U.S. and Iranian negotiators headed to a Swiss venue Saturday for talks on adding key details to their interim agreement to halt the war, hours after Tehran said it closed the Strait of Hormuz because of Israel's attacks in Lebanon and warned that little might be achieved if the...
Netherlands beats Sweden in Houston FIFA World Cup match
The Netherlands beat Sweden 5-1 in their FIFA World Cup match in Houston on Saturday. The city's Fan Festival was shut down for Saturday due to storms.
2 Harris Co. Pct. 4 deputies shot, 1 hospitalized after 'ambush' in Humble apartment complex: Pct. 4
Investigators said when deputies arrived at the apartment complex, they were ambushed by the shooter, with two deputies struck by gunfire. One deputy was rushed to the hospital for his injuries, authorities said.
Weather-related ground stops end for Houston airports
Delays are being reported for flights arriving at Bush Airport.
USDA updates border policy for pet owners traveling to Mexico with their dogs
The USDA is now allowing dog owners to bring their pets across the southern border into Mexico, under certain requirements.
Thousands of Dutch and Swedish fans march to Houston Stadium ahead of World Cup match
The two teams brought thousands of fans from their European homes to the famous Houston heat. Fans walked miles to get to the match.
Rehabilitated bald eagle released in Anahuac after 3 months of medical treatment for head injury, Houston SPCA says
After three months of medical care for a traumatic head injury, a rehabilitated bald eagle was released back to its natural habitat, Houston SPCA officials said.
Live updates: Tropical Storm Arthur brings rain, wind to Houston
Tropical Storm Arthur formed off the coast of Texas on Wednesday, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to parts of Southeast Texas. In its wake, the flood watch for the area has been dropped
At least one tourist dead after massive fire nearly destroys Caribbean resort, 1,690 evacuated
At least one Italian tourist is dead with several more injured after a massive fire in the Dominican Republic resort town Bayahibe on Friday.
'Moana' featurette shows how Dwayne Johnson congratulated Catherine Laga'aia on getting the role
"Moana" featurette offers behind-the-scenes look at the music and interviews with the cast of the live-action film.
Power Plate Meals frozen meatloaf recalled due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a recall for Power Plate Meals frozen meatloaf products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens.
Summer solstice 2026: When is it and what to know
The first day of summer arrives this weekend. June 21 marks the first day of the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere this year, according to the Farmer’s Almanac.
Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Deputy shot by suspect in Humble, suspect in custody
A suspect is in custody after a Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Deputy was shot on Friday night, officials said.
Tourist dead after massive fire breaks out at Dominican Republic resort, officials say
At least one person is dead after a massive fire broke out at a resort in the Dominican Republic on Friday, officials said.