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Harris County shooting: Man killed on CE King Parkway
Deputies are investigating a shooting that left a man dead in northeast Harris County on Friday morning.
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Rare copy of Declaration of Independence found by UK National Archives in papers of captured US ship
Michael Scurr has been volunteering at Britain's National Archives for the last 11 years, then one day last May he made a discovery of his own while sifting through the letters of an 18th-century Royal Navy captain....
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Atascocita shooting: Repairman found dead inside vacant home for sale
Harris County Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating the shooting of a repairman who was found dead inside a vacant Houston-area home.
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Repairman found shot to death in Humble after family says he did not come home from work: HCSO
Deputies found the repairman shot to death after family members said they were worried when he didn't come home from work, according to the sheriff's office....
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Doubles players condemn ATP Tour's plan to cut prize money and tournament sizes
For tennis players like Harri Heliovaara, playing doubles has provided a lasting career in the sport and even a chance to win Grand Slam titles, despite not having much success in singles. Now Heliovaara, the No. 1 ranked doubles player in the world, is among those fearing for th...
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Extreme heat bears down as America 250 celebrations ramp up. Trump heads to Mount Rushmore
Festivities commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence from Great Britain kick into higher gear across the United States on Friday as celebrations are balanced with efforts to stay safe as much of the country bakes under extreme heat.President Donald Trump will ...
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HPD: Man fatally shot in southeast Houston on Broadway Street
Houston police are investigating a deadly shooting after officers were called to the 8400 block of Broadway Street around 1 a.m. Friday.According to the Houston Police Department, officers arrived and found an adult man suffering from a gunshot wound. The Houston Fire Department ...
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Daredevil climbers hid in Empire State Building before stunt
Investigators now believe the suspects entered the Empire State Building the night before and hid there overnight.
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Harris County Precinct 4 splash pads open early to beat triple-digit heat this Fourth of July
With Houston’s heat index pushing into triple digits, Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones is giving families a cooler option — and more time to use it.Starting July 3, splash pads across Precinct 4 parks will open two hours earlier than usual, welcoming visitors ...
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2 Newsletter: Fourth of July holiday weekend nears + a new KPRC 2 documentary
Good morning, Houston.☀️The Fourth of July holiday weekend kicks off tomorrow, and if you’re making plans—fireworks, cookouts, travel, or just trying to beat the heat—we’ve got you covered. In today’s newsletter: the top local stories, a few “Things 2 Know,” and a powerful new KP...
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Houston Fourth of July weekend forecast: Hot, humid and mainly dry
Fourth of July weekend is almost here, and the forecast for Houston and Southeast Texas is looking very summer-like: hot, humid and mainly dry.There will be a few isolated rain chances around, especially during the afternoon hours, but most outdoor plans should be in good shape. ...
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Rescue mission launches to save NASA telescope that's falling back to Earth
A three-armed spacecraft rocketed into orbit Friday to rescue a NASA telescope that’s in danger of crashing back to Earth. Northrop Grumman launched Katalyst Space Technologies’ Link spacecraft from the Marshall Islands in the Pacific. The Pegasus rocket blasted off from the bell...
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Trump Accounts start July 4: What parents need to know
Here's what parents and families should know about Trump Accounts.
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Hamilton adapts fast for sprint pole ahead of 'unprecedented' British GP
Silverstone hasn’t changed a bit and yet Lewis Hamilton is ready for a British Grand Prix on a “completely different track.”Hamilton coped best with adapting his driving style around Formula 1's new reliance on battery power to take pole position in qualifying for Saturday's spri...
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I-45 FATAL MOTORCYCLE CRASH
Close to midnight, South County Fire and Spring Fire responded to a reported motorcycle crash on I-45 southbound at the Harris County line. Units arrived to find the rider in the middle of the freeway deceased. Approximately 100 yards ahead was an older model GMC pickup with the ...
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Jury convicts Houston man Erik Arceneaux of murdering then girlfriend Maria Rodriguez
Nearly eight years after Houston mother Maria Rodriguez disappeared without a trace, a Harris County jury found her then-boyfriend Erik Arceneaux guilty of murdering her.On Thursday, jurors found Arceneaux guilty of murder after less than three hours of deliberation, bringing an ...
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Texas Stock Exchange to launch trading on Monday in test of upstart’s challenge to Wall Street
The Texas Stock Exchange will commence trading on Monday, kickstarting the first real test of one of the most well-funded new exchanges to launch in decades.The Texas Stock Exchange, a Dallas-based startup, will initiate a phased rollout to take place over the course of July. On...
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Fireworks eye injuries: Houston Methodist expert shares 5 tips to stay safe this July 4th
With the nation’s 250th Independence Day right around the corner, a Houston Methodist ophthalmology expert is urging families to take a closer look at fireworks safety — specifically when it comes to protecting their eyes.Dr. Andrew Lee, the Herb and Jean Lyman Centennial Chair i...
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Repairman found dead inside vacant Atascocita home; HCSO seeks search warrant
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to a home in the 12400 block of Crathie Drive in Atascocita around 10:45 p.m. Thursday after being flagged down about a repairman’s truck parked outside a residence, authorities said.Investigators learned the 31-year-old man had...
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Interpol names suspect in Monaco bombing that reportedly targeted Russia-linked Ukrainian tycoon
Interpol on Friday named the suspect in the Monaco bombing that reportedly targeted a Ukrainian tycoon with links to Russia. It identified Anastasiia Berezovska, a 39-year-old woman from Ukraine, as the suspect in a Red Notice posted on its website seeking her arrest. The Interpo...
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MAN EJECTED FROM PICKUP AFTER HIT BY TRAIN
A male driver who reportedly went around the crossing arms was ejected from his Dodge pickup and left in critical but stable condition after a southbound train hit the truck just before midnight in Magnolia. The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating. MAGNOLIA, TX — A...
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Records reveal “systemic neglect” after immigrant died at Camp East Montana
This story contains descriptions of suicide and attempted suicide, including methods used.ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published.This article is co-published with The Texas Tribune,...
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I-45 REOPENS AFTER FATAL CRASH
330AM- I-45 SOUTHBOUND AT THE HARRIS /MONTGOMERY COUNTY LINE HAS JUST REOPENED. THIS AFTER A FATAL MOTORCYCLE CRASH IN WHICH THE MOTORCYCLE RAN UNDER THE REAR OF A PICKUP TRUCK....
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Australian prime minister condemns delay of changes to child social media ban
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday condemned senators who blocked changes to a world-first social media ban for children, saying tech giants would use the delay to destroy incriminating documents that could be used as evidence against them.The government this we...
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MOTORCYCLE VS TRUCK SOUTHBOUND AT THE MONTGOMERY/HARRIS COUNTY LINE
12:30 AM-MAJOR ACCIDENT SOUTH BOUND SOUTH OF RAYFORD MOTORCYCLE VS TRUCK. SOUTHBOUND LANES CLOSED.
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The far-right Alternative for Germany is buoyant as it eyes a slice of power in regional elections
The far-right Alternative for Germany is in a buoyant mood as it holds a convention this weekend. It is capitalizing on the unpopularity of a government that’s trying to reform the sluggish economy, and eyeing promising prospects of power in an eastern region this fall. Yet the a...
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A push to identify bodies as deaths multiply in Venezuela after twin earthquakes
Speaking in a hushed voice, Rosa López recalled how she had to sidestep the rows of bodies lying under a harsh sun as she helped her daughter search for her missing husband. Even her years working as a nurse did not prepare her for the sight of the dozens of dead wrapped in sheet...
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California farmer and food marketer spar over who can sell white nectarines
Thousands of visitors have flocked to Cesar Mora's farm in central California this week to gather free nectarines.He's giving his harvest away rather than watching it rot as he's locked in a legal battle with a company that claims exclusive rights over the variety of white nectar...
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Steam railway that travels through the Swiss Alps celebrates its 100th anniversary
Train enthusiasts will celebrate the 100th anniversary of a historic Swiss railway this weekend as vintage steam locomotives ferry tourists through the stunning Alpine scenery as part of the celebration.The Furka Pass, at an altitude of 2,431 meters (7,976 feet), is among Switzer...
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Asian shares rally after Dow hits a record, as some AI shares bounce back
Shares rallied in Asia on Friday after the Dow Jones Industrial Average set another record, as some key AI related stocks rose while others extended losses. U.S. futures were moderately higher and oil prices also rose. South Korea's Kospi, which sank nearly 8% on Thursday, recove...
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Australian officials ask fans to respect the privacy of Neil, a 1-ton seal who respects nothing
Like plenty of local boys before him, Neil has come home to the stretch of Australian coast where he was born. Unlike most of them, he trails fame, fans and property damage in his wake. He is also a 1,000 kg (2,200 pound) elephant seal.In June, the bellowing and blubbery 5-year-o...
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Putin shrugs off fuel shortages in Russia as he ramps up attacks on Ukraine
Despite severe fuel shortages across Russia, President Vladimir Putin appears unbothered by Ukraine’s increasing attacks on his country’s oil refineries.He has shrugged off the setback for one of the world’s leading oil producing nations as “not critical,” dismissed ceasefire pro...
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Croatia vs. Portugal: What happened in those final, chaotic minutes
In the 109th minute of a wild, pulsating, nerve-shredding World Cup match for the ages, referee Espen Eskås finally called time. Portugal advanced to the round of 16 after a 2-1 win against Croatia at Toronto Stadium on Thursday. That doesn't even begin to tell the story of the m...
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Trump got the Senate candidates he wanted. How much will he spend to help them?
President Donald Trump reshaped this year’s U.S. Senate map by sidelining some Republican incumbents and promoting loyalists to replace them. Now the question is whether he’ll put his money where his mouth is.With four months to go until November’s elections, it's still unclear h...
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A fairytale at MSG: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding set to take place
Today will be a fairytale. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding is slated to take place Friday at Madison Square Garden, where the couple's closest friends and family — and several hundred more — will attend what is expected to be an elaborate event inside the iconic New York ...
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Trump's ties to Erdogan sold him on this year's NATO summit. Turkey may win big in other ways
President Donald Trump has berated and belittled many of his European counterparts expected to attend next week's NATO summit in Turkey. But host Recep Tayyip Erdogan has drawn on his close ties with the U.S. president to secure his presence at the Ankara event — an appearance th...
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Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee, seized by Chinese authorities in 2015, dies in Taiwan at 70
Lam Wing-kee, a former Hong Kong bookseller who became a symbol of resistance to Beijing's crackdown on speech freedom after he was seized by Chinese authorities in late 2015, has died in Taiwan, the island's official Central News Agency reported, citing an unnamed source.The new...
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Pat Onstad ecstatic for Canada's World Cup journey to Houston
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has already given us so many heart-warming moments and heart-stopping games that we’ll need months to review and comprehend fully. For Houston Dynamo President of Soccer and General Manager Pat Onstad, this week has been a full-circle reunion with the Cana...
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Mariners pitcher Bryce Miller loses his no-hit bid in the 7th inning against the Angels
Bryce Miller took a no-hitter into the seventh inning for the Seattle Mariners on Thursday night before Nolan Schanuel led off with a bloop single to right field for the the Los Angeles Angels.The right-hander struck out seven and walked none through six innings, throwing 50 of h...
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Liberty County pastor arrested on child sex abuse charges
George Finney, senior pastor of New Life Kenefick Church, was arrested Monday. KPRC 2 News reporter Corley Peel reviewed court documents revealing disturbing details about the allegations.The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office says the investigation began after the child, made an ou...
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Hundreds applied for $411k job filled by late Congresswoman's daughter
13 Investigates how Harris County decided who to hire for its $411,000 county administrator position that about 400 people applied for.
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Brayan Rocchio hits 2-run homer in 9th to lift Guardians over White Sox 6-5 in AL Central showdown
Brayan Rocchio hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning that gave the Cleveland Guardians a 6-5 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday night in the opener of a four-game series between the top two teams in the AL Central.Cleveland (46-42) rallied from a three...
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Powerful general in Iran emerges from hiding as Tehran prepares for Khamenei's dayslong funeral
A powerful general who leads Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard emerged from hiding as Tehran prepared Friday for the dayslong funeral for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Photos published online by Iranian state media showed Gen. Ahmad Vahidi attending a meet...
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Democratic governors press US Postal Service to drop plan tied to Trump's election order
A group of Democratic governors asked the U.S. Postal Service on Thursday to withdraw its proposed rule seeking to implement an executive order from President Donald Trump to create a federal list of eligible voters and potentially limit who can receive a ballot in the mail.The p...
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Records claim Katy Tesla crash suspect overrode 'self-driving' mode before fatal incident
According to officials, evidence disproved the suspect's claim of the Tesla being on autopilot before the deadly June crash.
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Traffic Alert: Hwy 242 WB – College Park Area – Wreck
8:15 p.m. Hwy 242 westbound flyover to I-45 southbound main lanes – wreck
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Ramos, Ronaldo score as Portugal rallies to beat Croatia 2-1 and advance to round of 16
Goncalo Ramos headed in the stoppage-time winner as Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 in a wild finish that also included a Croatian goal disallowed for offside just before the final whistle in a World Cup round of 32 match on Thursday night.The game featured a matchup 40-somethings Cris...
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Traffic Alert: Hwy 59 SB SR – Valley Ranch Area – Wreck
8:15 p.m. Hwy 59 southbound service road just north the Grand Parkway/99 – wreck
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Fireworks recalled over risk of explosion and burn hazards days before Independence Day
The recalled fireworks can tip over, posing a risk of serious injury from explosion and burn hazards, consumer safety officials said.
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DPS INVESTIGATORS INTENSE AND THOROUGH INVESTIGATION BRINGS LIGHT TO THE CRASH WHICH TOOK THE LIFE OF MCSO DEPUTY ERIKA SERRATO
Sunday morning at 2:39 am, 911 was alerted to a crash on I-45 just north of Woodlands Parkway. It was reported that a black Toyota Camry was rear-ended by a black Ford F-250 pickup. However, further investigation by DPS revealed that a black Tesla Model Y was traveling northbound...
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Woman charged with harassing sex offender and his family, sheriff's office says
A Baytown woman allegedly "harassed, tormented, and embarrassed" a registered sex offender and his family by posting about them "over and over" on social media sites, investigators said....
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US win over Bosnia-Herzegovina most-watched soccer telecast in English language history
The United States has World Cup fever.The U.S. match against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday night was the most-watched soccer telecast in English language history with more than 24.4 million viewers, according to Fox Sports. The peak audience was 31.8 million.The United States w...
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Federal judge blocks Postal Service from carrying out Trump mail-in ballot order
A federal judge has blocked the U.S. Postal Service from carrying out an executive order on mail-in ballots.
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New Sprouts in Kingwood Is Here | And Yes, You Can Sample Just About Anything
Healthy grocery shopping just got a little more exciting in Kingwood.The newest Sprouts Farmers Market is now open at Kingwood Drive and West Lake Houston Parkway, bringing fresh produce, organic groceries and locally sourced products to northeast Houston. Whether shoppers are st...
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Rosenberg changes ordinance that would've allowed neighbors to complain on each other over fireworks
After ABC13 highlighted a new Rosenberg fireworks ordinance that allowed neighbors to complain about one another, some council members said they had heard feedback and decided to make changes....
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Stewart Cink, Charlie Wi share US Senior Open lead after opening 67s
Stewart Cink got off to a great start in a bid to win his third straight senior major.Cink was the only player to make five birdies on the back nine at Scioto Country Club on Thursday, shooting a 3-under 67 for a share of the first-round lead in the U.S. Senior Open with Charlie ...
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FIFA World Cup 2026 brings heightened human trafficking enforcement to Houston
Houston is hosting some of the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, and with that comes a heightened focus on human trafficking. A “No Trafficking Zone” has been established at the Houston stadium, where local law enforcement and nonprofits are working together to identify and stop human...
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FDA authorizes 20 ZYN nicotine pouches to be marketed with modified risk claim
The FDA authorized 20 ZYN nicotine pouches to carry a modified risk claim. Here's what to know.
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Houston healthcare worker sues Texas Medical Center over alleged security failures in parking garage attack
A Houston healthcare worker is suing the Texas Medical Center, alleging a violent attack inside a public parking garage was the result of serious and preventable security failures. The lawsuit claims the incident in Parking Garage 1 was foreseeable and that basic safety measures ...
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Every Kid Sports opens the door for three Pearland brothers to play soccer
Soccer has made a big difference in the lives of three brothers in Pearland, but between registration fees and equipment, the cost of the sport can be overwhelming. Their mom shares how one program helped keep them in the game....
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