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Fire Traffic Alert: Dogwood Lane – EMC – Structure Fire
5:15 p.m. Firefighters are responding to 25689 Dogwood Lane, off of Timber Rd., where a carport was reported to be on fire at a vacant residence.
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Texas sends help to Colorado as deadly wildfires rage
As deadly wildfires rage in Colorado, Texas is sending help.
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Senegal and Belgium head to extra time at World Cup at 2-2 after Lukaku and Tielemans score late
Senegal and Belgium are headed to extra time at the World Cup after playing to a 2-2 score through 90 minutes of regulation on Wednesday.The teams will now play 30 minutes of extra time, split into two 15-minute halves. If the score is still even after extra time, there will be a...
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Universal Kids Resort opens in Frisco
Parents, there is now a theme park here in Texas made for kids ages 3 to 8!“Today’s an exciting day for all kidkind as we officially open Universal Kids Resort,” Page Thompson, president of New Ventures for Universal Destinations & Experiences, said in a press release. “Every asp...
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Texas diocese calls nun's detainment by ICE 'wildly disturbing'
The Catholic Diocese of Brownsville called the detention of a nun who was walking to Sunday Mass by Immigration and Customs Enforcement “wildly disturbing.”...
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Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock to resign at end of month
Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock will step down from his post as Texas’ chief financial officer at the end of July, according to a resignation letter he submitted to Gov. Greg Abbott Wednesday.Hancock’s departure notice, first reported by Texas Bullpen and confirmed by Abbott, co...
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Beyond Outrageous: Pct. 4 Says DWI Driver was Over 4x Legal Limit!
HARRIS COUNTY, TX- On June 28, Deputies with Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office arrested a man after responding to citizen reports saying he was intoxicated and attempting to drive away. The incident occurred in the 15900 block of Kuykendahl Road. Upon arrival, Deputies quickl...
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Former Tomball ISD Tax employee charged with wire fraud, accused of taking almost $1 million from district
A former Tomball ISD Tax employee has been charged with wire fraud following an investigation. That's according to a letter sent to family and staff by Tomball ISD....
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Firefighters save newborn after emergency birth in flood control tunnel
Las Vegas firefighters helped save a newborn after responding to reports of a woman in labor inside a flood control tunnel.
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Fire Marshal: Improper Fireworks Disposal Leads to Overnight Residential Fire, Injury
Improperly discarded fireworks are a leading cause of home fires after the celebration has ended. One resident was injured Tuesday evening when fire broke out just before Midnight at a home in the Porter area. Fire Crews from Montgomery County ESD 6 were dispatched to reports of...
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Black Sediment in Water Concerns Homeowners in Porter; Utility Says Water Meets Texas Standards
Several homeowners in The Highlands community of Porter say they’re growing increasingly frustrated after finding black sediment in their water, bathtubs, toilet bowls and water filters.“It’s almost like dirt,” resident Helen Coward told KPRC2’s Re’Chelle Turner.While residents s...
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Traffic Alert: Mt. Zion Road – New Waverly – Wreck
4:20 p.m. Mt. Zion Rd between Dutch Rd an N. Clark Road – wreck
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Texas court orders porn site to pay $9M bond to unlock domain name
A Texas court has ordered that the domain name of a porn website be locked down after failing to comply with the state’s age-verification law.
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Challengers score victories in lawsuit against Arkansas' restrictions on citizen ballot initiatives
A federal judge in Arkansas has thrown out a handful of state laws that put extra restrictions on citizen efforts to gather signatures for ballot initiatives, agreeing with challengers that they violated the constitutional free speech rights of voters.The decision handed several ...
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Affidavit: Texas Rangers found probable cause to investigate former Brazoria County deputy for possible manslaughter
Newly obtained court records reveal Texas Rangers investigated former Brazoria County Sheriff’s Deputy Kevin Tippit for possible criminal offenses, including manslaughter, after he fatally shot 18-year-old John Mendoza Jr. during a pursuit that ended inside a Lake Jackson garage....
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HCSO releases name of young worker killed when car crashes in Nothing Bundt Cakes in Atascocita
A young employee, identified as Zion Branch, was revealed as the one fatality after a man accidentally pressed the gas and ran into the Nothing Bundt Cakes store....
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Man hospitalized after deputy discharges firearm in northeast Harris County, sheriff says
A man is hospitalized after a deputy-involved shooting in northeast Harris County on Wednesday, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
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Texans waived Ajani Carter, Xavier Thomas from injured reserve
Texans cornerback Ajani Carter and outside linebacker Xavier Thomas were waived from injured reserve Wednesday.Carter is healthy enough to return this season after undergoing and rehabbing from successful arthroscopic knee surgery, per a league source.The cleanup procedure for th...
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HCSO deputy shoots man while responding to disturbance at NE Harris County home
A man was shot by a Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy while deputies responded to a reported disturbance at a home in the Humble area Wednesday afternoon, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.The shooting happened in the 15600 block of Morning Dove Drive.According to the Harris C...
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4 people die in Mexico City during celebrations after World Cup win
Four people died during massive celebrations in downtown Mexico City following the national team's victory over Ecuador, Mexican health authorities said Wednesday....
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Target and Ulta Beauty to end store partnership this August
A popular beauty brand’s five-year relationship with one of the nation’s largest chains is expected to end next month.
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Harris County deputy involved in shooting near Humble
According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the shooting occurred near the intersection of Morning Dove Drive and Redbird Ridge Drive when deputies responded to a disturbance....
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Houston resident says cameras captured 7 crashes in 1 week at same EaDo intersection
An EaDo couple says a dangerous intersection near Downtown Houston has become the scene of repeated crashes, and they fear someone could be seriously hurt or killed if changes are not made....
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Hard of hearing man last seen near Downtown Houston
Officials say 50-year-old Javier Macias was last seen at about 5 p.m. Monday on Hogan Street.
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Sweeping review of grand jury presentations underway in Chicago following misconduct revelations
Justice Department officials are conducting a sweeping review of more than 1,000 grand jury presentations made by Illinois prosecutors following the dismissal of a high-profile case over misconduct, the top federal prosecutor for Chicago said on Wednesday. Andrew Boutros, the U.S...
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Traffic Alert: E. FM 1097 – Willis – Two Crashes
3:15 p.m. E. FM 1097 and Oakwood Ranch Drive – Wreck + secondary wreck that occurred as initial wreck was dispatched (One crash is an ATV rollover and the second crash is passenger vehicles)...
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Alibaba to pay US $600M to settle allegations it allowed illegal drug and equipment sales
The Chinese tech giant Alibaba will pay $600 million to resolve a dispute with the U.S. government over allegations that the Hangzhou-based firm sold and imported illegal pharmaceuticals, controlled substances, regulated chemicals, and pill-making equipment into the U.S.Alibaba o...
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Crypto, real estate, watches: How Trump made over $1 billion last year
The real estate mogul has become the billion-dollar crypto man.President Donald Trump's latest financial disclosure report showed he took in about $1.2 billion last year from various crypto holdings, overshadowing a real estate business that brought him fame and helped propel him...
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will celebrate wedding Friday at Madison Square Garden, AP source says
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce will celebrate their wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday night, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the security plans.The festivities will kick off with a smaller rehearsal dinner planned for Thursday night, the official said. ...
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Former Tomball ISD tax manager federally charged with wire fraud for allegedly stealing nearly $1M
Kristi Williams, the former Tomball ISD Manager of Property Tax Administration, has been federally charged with wire fraud after an investigation by FBI Houston.A federal criminal information filed Tuesday alleges Williams stole nearly $1 million in tax payments to the school dis...
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US hiring falls to just 57,000 in June amid elevated inflation, global turmoil
U.S. employers pulled back on hiring last month and added only 57,000 jobs, less than half the previous month’s total and a sign companies still have a cautious economic outlook.The Labor Department said Thursday that the unemployment rate declined to a low 4.2% from 4.3% in May,...
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Sightings of humpback whales surge in Rio de Janeiro, fueling demand for whale-watching trips
Sightings of humpback whales off Rio de Janeiro’s coast are surging as they recover from decimation due to commercial whaling, prompting an acceleration in the demand for whale-watching excursions to spot the huge marine creatures during their annual migration.The species' popula...
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Daughters of the American Revolution celebrate America's 250th
The DAR is honoring the nation's milestone with a colorful tribute and a mission to share the stories behind our country's beginnings.
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SkyEye13 shows overturned heavy truck prompting mainlane closure along North Freeway SB at West Road
A crash involving an overturned heavy truck prompted all main lanes to close along the southbound lanes of IH-45 North Freeway at West Road on Wednesday afternoon....
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NYC police are bracing for July 4, World Cup action, searing heat and a pop star's wedding
The New York Police Department will deploy thousands of officers to handle security for a slew of huge Independence Day celebrations and a World Cup match that will make the July 4 weekend especially challenging, even for one of the world's largest police forces.Police Commission...
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New autopsy of a baby killed by police in Mississippi deepens outrage
A Mississippi family whose 1-year-old child was killed when police fired into a moving car offered evidence on Wednesday that they say challenges the officers' account that they were in danger when one opened fire.A second autopsy requested by the family of Kohen Wiley showed the...
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California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese American in the state's history
Martial arts icon Bruce Lee, who was born in San Francisco, will become the first Chinese American in California history with an annual namesake day.Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law Tuesday afternoon officially designating May 17 as Bruce Lee Day, according to the office of state A...
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Traffic Alert: I-45 NB ML – Shenandoah – Wreck
2:15 p.m. I-45 northbound main lanes, north of Research Forest/Tamina and South of Hwy 242/College Park – Wreck
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Lost load blocks North Freeway traffic near Aldine area
The incident is impacting the southbound lanes of I-45 near West Road.
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Southbound I-45 North at West Road closed after truck loses load
Drivers are being urged to avoid IH-45 North at West Road after a major truck incident forced a full closure of the southbound lanes, according to Houston TranStar.Authorities say a heavy truck lost its load around 1:39 p.m., prompting an emergency response as crews work to clear...
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Texas leads nation in proposed power plants for data centers, which would emit large amounts of greenhouse gases
Texas is poised to lead the nation in power plants built to fuel data centers, according to a new report from an environmental watchdog group that warns the plants plan to emit tons of greenhouse gases and air pollution that will cause significant climate impacts and risks to hum...
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Much more than a piece of furniture, the president's Resolute Desk has echoed through history
Franklin D. Roosevelt toiled over paperwork there during World War II's darkest days. George W. Bush sat behind it to address the nation on 9/11. Beneath it, John F. Kennedy Jr. once crawled and peeked out from behind its front panel while his father worked above, an image so etc...
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Willis PD Hosts Blood Drive TODAY 7/1 at City Hall
THE BATTLE OF THE BADGES IS HERE, WILLIS! It’s time to roll up your sleeves and make a difference! We’re kicking off our Battle of the Badges blood drive, and we need YOU on our team to help us save lives. Whether you’re a veteran donor or a first-timer, come show your community ...
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Rapper IDK on connecting culture, music, and history on a global scale through 'Son de L'amour'
'Son de L'Amour,' was a first-of-its-kind cultural experience celebrating Juneteenth and Fête de la Musique with rapper IDK and Indigo.
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Man accused of killing Houston father who was trying to recover son’s stolen truck denied bond
The man accused of fatally shooting a Houston father who was trying to help recover his son’s stolen truck will remain behind bars while his case moves through the court system.London Hogan, 37, appeared before Judge Te’iva Bell on Tuesday for an 11D hearing in the 339th District...
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Texas Historical Commission signs short-term lease for 1940 Air Terminal Museum, pauses artifact removal
A short-term lease signed this week by the Texas Historical Commission is giving the 1940 Air Terminal Museum a renewed chance at survival — and it puts an immediate stop to plans that would have led to artifacts being removed from the building.The commission said the six-month a...
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Montgomery Co. drops assault charge against former Harris Co. prosecutor accused of choking girlfriend at kid’s party
Montgomery County prosecutors have dismissed an assault charge against former Harris County Assistant District Attorney Gabriel Kabak who lost his job after being arrested by the Panorama Village Police Department earlier this year.Records filed Tuesday show prosecutors could not...
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Justice department orders prosecutors to focus on ‘birth tourism’ cases
The Justice Department has ordered federal prosecutors to prioritize “birth tourism” cases, signaling a quiet demur to the Supreme Court’s decision.
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Disneyland offering evening park tickets for $59 this summer
Listen up, night owls. The Disneyland Resort in Anaheim is now offering a special evening ticket just for you.
business
AOL's owner, Bending Spoons, hits Wall Street with $1.7 billion IPO
The owner of AOL and other tech businesses hit Wall Street with a $1.7 billion initial public offering Wednesday.Bending Spoons priced 58 million shares at $29 apiece. The company is getting $1 billion in proceeds, while the rest is going to shareholders. The stock surged 39.7% i...
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Vince Young ‘very proud’ of Texas quarterback Arch Manning, weighs in on Texans’ C.J. Stroud, Titans’ Cam Ward
Vince Young enjoyed a storied career at the University of Texas, leading the Longhorns to a national championship.The Houston native and Madison graduate left an indelible mark in college football history with a final season capped by his epic scramble for the game-winning touchd...
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Empire State Building climbers display quote on banner: What does it say?
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building on Wednesday afternoon and unfurled a banner.
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FBI Houston: Teen visiting for World Cup safely reunited after online enticement case
A 15-year-old girl from Europe who was in Houston for the World Cup was allegedly persuaded online by an adult to leave Texas and travel to Illinois, according to FBI Houston. The federal agency said it mobilized specialized investigative teams and technology to help local law en...
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Nats' Cade Cavalli apologizes for telling Willson Contreras to 'sit down, boy'
Washington Nationals pitcher Cade Cavalli apologized Wednesday for shouting “sit down, boy!” at Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras while instigating a benches’ clearing scrum a night earlier.“I’m extremely torn up about the way that things were perceived,” Cavalli sai...
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16 children rescued from Ohio home where they were living in 'deplorable conditions,' officials say
The suspects as being described as the "grandma, grandpa, father, and mother."
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From Chocolate Avenue to the World Cup, how Hershey, Pennsylvania, shaped Christian Pulisic
Hershey may be known as the “Sweetest Place on Earth,” thanks to its chocolate-drenched origins, but the Pennsylvania community is also home to Christian Pulisic — the most accomplished and famous player on a U.S. national team that's dreaming big as it co-hosts the World Cup.“He...
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Grocery giant buyout: Kroger agrees to buy family-owned Giant Eagle for $1.25B cash
The Kroger Co. announced Wednesday it has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Giant Eagle, a move that will expand the retail giant’s footprint across five states in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions....
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Nearly 73,000 Texas students to receive first Education Freedom Account funding July 1
Thousands of Texas families participating in the state’s new school choice program will receive their first round of funding Tuesday as the Texas Education Freedom Account program officially launches.Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced that nearly 73,000 Texas Educat...
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Extraordinary heat in US Northeast arrives to clash with Fourth of July revelry
Multiday warnings of extreme heat landed in New York, Boston and Philadelphia on Wednesday as sultry weather pushed east just ahead of weekend Fourth of July celebrations in a region that revels in its role as a historic hub of U.S. independence.Temperatures in the high 90s Fahre...
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Ex-CIA Director John Brennan seeks court order requiring records from investigations be preserved
Former CIA Director John Brennan sued the Trump administration on Wednesday, demanding a court order that would require officials to preserve records from investigations that he says are targeting him.Brennan said in the lawsuit that the records would be essential for him to moun...