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Texas Man Indicted for Murder in Boxer Hannah Rapp's Death
A grand jury in Brazos County indicted an unnamed Texas man for murder in the death of boxer Hannah Rapp, who was killed after being hit while cycling.
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Firefighters Combat House Fire in North Harris County
Firefighters tackled a house fire in north Harris County on October 9, 2026, confronting heavy smoke. Emergency crews responded to the residential blaze.
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Harris County Issues Sample Ballot and Voting Details for 2026 Midterms
Harris County published a sample ballot and provided early‑voting dates, polling sites, and Election Day details for the 2026 Texas midterm elections.
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Proposed LNG Plant on Galveston Island Targets 800,000 Gallons Daily
A proposed LNG plant on Pelican Island near Galveston aims to process 800,000 gallons per day to serve ships along the Texas Gulf Coast.
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Constable Calls for Countywide Camera Policy After Privacy Pushback
The constable is pushing for a countywide camera policy after privacy concerns led to the disabling of dozens of Flock cameras and license‑plate readers, amid…
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Man Shot in Neck After Confronting Co‑workers in Harris County
A man was shot in the neck following a confrontation with three co‑workers in Northwest Harris County, and deputies are reviewing video to assess possible…
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Five Houston Restaurants Gain Bib Gourmand as Stars Stay Same
Houston saw no new Michelin stars in 2026, but five restaurants earned Bib Gourmand honors, and a food critic clarified the meaning of the award.
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Police Investigate Fatal Shooting of 61-Year-Old in Independence Heights
A 61-year-old man was killed in a shooting in Independence Heights, prompting a homicide investigation by the Houston Police Department.
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Driver Killed After Colliding with Three Cars and Utility Box
A driver was killed in a west Houston intersection crash that hit three cars and a utility box. Police say the driver may have been traveling at high speed and…
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Two 20-Year-Old Men Found Dead in Buffalo Bayou May Be Linked
Two 20-year-old men found dead in Buffalo Bayou, each in their own vehicle, may have been traveling together when they went missing, and the investigation is…
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Veteran Houston News Exec Takes Top Role at Texas Station
A seasoned Houston TV news executive is set to take a top role at another Texas broadcast station in November 2026, after leading Houston's news operations.
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Suspect Held Without Bond After Double Shooting Charge
A Harris County judge ordered a suspect held without bond after charging them with capital murder for a recent double shooting that killed two people.
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Hurricane Isaias Intensifies Near Northern Gulf Coast
Hurricane Isaias strengthened near the northern Gulf Coast on Oct. 8, raising storm surge and heavy rain threats for residents; it is the season's first…
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Search Ongoing for Katy Mother Missing After Louisiana Bridge Crash
A Katy, Texas mother missing after a Louisiana bridge crash has been searched for a week by her family and rescue teams, with no trace found yet.
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Cyclists Ride Through Galleria Mall, Police Issue Warning
A group of cyclists rode through Houston's Galleria mall, prompting police to warn that the act could spark larger teen gatherings and to call on parents for…
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Terrier Vanishes at DFW Airport, Search Begins
A one-year-old terrier went missing at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport on Oct. 8, 2026, prompting authorities and volunteers to begin a search.
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Teen employee fatally stabbed after fight at Houston McDonald's
A fight among teenage staff at a northwest Harris County McDonald’s resulted in a teen employee’s death, and a 16‑year‑old suspect was booked in juvenile…
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Houston $5 Trash Fee Improves Service, Dumping Still a Problem
Houston says the $5 trash bag fee has enhanced collection services, yet illegal dumping and 311 calls persist, prompting officials to plan further actions.
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Man Charged with Murder After Roommate Shooting in Harris County
A man was arrested and charged with murder after an argument with his roommate led to a fatal shooting in northwest Harris County.
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Houston Council Approves $13 Million Sale for Affordable Housing
Houston City Council approved the sale of a 12‑acre parcel for over $13 million to build affordable single‑family homes, supporting the city’s push for more…
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One dead after shooting in Houston's Independence Heights
A shooting in Houston's Independence Heights on Thursday afternoon killed one person, and authorities are investigating.
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TSU poll shows McCoy leads Wong by nine points
A Texas Southern University poll indicates Dexter McCoy leads Daniel Wong by nine points in the Fort Bend County judge race, with the election less than a…
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Study warns low births could shrink Fort Bend school enrollment
A Rice University study says declining birth rates could further cut Fort Bend ISD enrollment, prompting the district to consider rezoning that would shift…
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Body‑camera footage shows former deputy asking detained woman for sex
Body‑camera video released by prosecutors appears to capture a former Harris County deputy requesting a sexual favor from a detained woman, and it is now…