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Tragic E-scooter accident claims the life of an 11-year-old

A heartbreaking report on an 11-year-old's tragic e-scooter accident in Houston, sparking community grief and urgent calls for safety measures. Local authorities emphasize the need for awareness as e-scooter popularity rises.

September 11, 2026 9:59pm CDT

Father, suspect dead following Houston SWAT standoff in Independence Heights

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Father, suspect dead following Houston SWAT standoff in Independence Heights

September 11, 2026 9:35pm CDT

25 years later, 9/11 survivor continues mission to tell stories of those who didn’t make it out

September 11, 2026 8:06pm CDT

Houston police release body-worn camera video after August shootout with law enforcement

September 11, 2026 8:03pm CDT

FULL VIDEO: Body-worn camera video released following August officer-involved shooting

September 11, 2026 7:34pm CDT

Chambers County DPS Troopers recover over $38K in stolen jewelry during traffic stop

September 11, 2026 6:47pm CDT

Texas News

Texas SNAP recipients affected by Edouard have until Sept. 21 to apply for replacement benefits

Texans receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits that lost food during Tropical Strom Edouard now have more time to apply for replacement benefits.

Abbott, Hinojosa deadlocked in new Texas governor poll

Jimmy Kimmel to air Talarico interview on YouTube instead of ABC

Trump tells Republicans they ‘go to hell’ if they don’t vote in November

Vance tells protester to ‘get your ass’ to Mexico during Republican convention speech in Dallas

Dallas mayor brags about party switch during Republican midterm convention speech

National News

Dolly Parton could soon have major airport named in her honor after unanimous vote

Nashville International Airport is one step closer to undergoing a name change honoring late country music icon Dolly Parton.

Man accused of starting Old Trails Fire formally indicted for arson

Spokane arson suspect federally indicted by grand jury

DOJ: Man serving life sentence for murder of his wife pleads guilty to stealing over $350K in VA benefits

Nearly 180,000 children’s light toys recalled over battery ingestion risk

Over 2 million bottles of Ricky Joy Sour Crush candy recalled over choking risk

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Politics

Abbott, Hinojosa deadlocked in new Texas governor poll

The race for Texas governor is shaping up to be a dead heat between Gov. Greg Abbott and his opponent, Gina Hinojosa, based on a new poll.

Galveston County cannot use new precinct map in November, Texas Supreme Court rules

Jimmy Kimmel to air Talarico interview on YouTube instead of ABC

Trump tells Republicans they ‘go to hell’ if they don’t vote in November

Vance tells protester to ‘get your ass’ to Mexico during Republican convention speech in Dallas

Dallas mayor brags about party switch during Republican midterm convention speech

Sports

FULL VIDEO: Body-worn camera video released following August officer-involved shooting

The Houston Police Department has released body-worn camera video following an August shootout with a suspect that has been charged with seven felony charges. Watch the full video here.

September 11, 2026 7:34pm CDT

How to watch NFL football: Week 1

September 10, 2026 2:12pm CDT

Barry Melrose, former hockey player and coach, dies at 70

September 9, 2026 8:20pm CDT

Ex-NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick began his kneeling protest 10 years ago - where is he now?

September 8, 2026 5:45pm CDT

NCAA can't overturn Western Michigan-Michigan game result after controversial clock decision

NCAA can't overturn Michigan-Western Michigan game result, rule book states

September 8, 2026 1:51pm CDT

Former Red Sox manager Joe Morgan dies at 95

September 7, 2026 8:21am CDT

Consumer & Recalls

Nearly 180,000 children’s light toys recalled over battery ingestion risk

Children’s finger light toys sold on Amazon have been recalled because they can cause serious injuries and death in children.

Over 2 million bottles of Ricky Joy Sour Crush candy recalled over choking risk

Kids pajamas sold on Shein found to be flammable, thousands recalled

Record diesel prices top $6 a gallon — what it means for your wallet

Blue Bell releases new White Chocolate Mocha flavor

Cream cheese and deli salads recalled over potential listeria contamination

Entertainment

FULL VIDEO: Body-worn camera video released following August officer-involved shooting

The Houston Police Department has released body-worn camera video following an August shootout with a suspect that has been charged with seven felony charges. Watch the full video here.

Dolly Parton could soon have major airport named in her honor after unanimous vote

The Drop: Beyonce, 21 Savage & More!

Jimmy Kimmel to air Talarico interview on YouTube instead of ABC

Brian Duckworth, country music star and Taylor Made band singer, dies at 56

'South Park' renamed 'South America' to mock Trump's renaming spree

Offbeat & Unusual

Wild video shows person dangling after I-20 crash in Atlanta

A wild crash scene along Interstate 20 in Atlanta is getting plenty of attention on social media after video showed a person's legs dangling from an overpass.