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Former Pasadena ISD teacher accused of aggravated sexual assault of a minor

A former Pasadena ISD teacher is facing charges of aggravated sexual assault of a minor, according to court records.

April 17, 2026 6:05pm CDT

American Airlines says no thanks to United merger

April 17, 2026 6:00pm CDT

Will tailgating be allowed at Texas World Cup matches?

April 17, 2026 5:29pm CDT

18-wheeler fire shuts down Eastex Freeway in New Caney

April 17, 2026 3:54pm CDT

Former Goose Creek CISD counselor accused of improper student relationship

April 17, 2026 3:10pm CDT

Houston man accused of pregnant woman's murder pleaded guilty 2 months ago to assaulting her

April 17, 2026 2:59pm CDT

The people who run the power grid in Texas, the Electric Reliability Council, or ERCOT, this week said the state should prepare for a surge in power demand over the next six years. They predict numbers that are nearly quadruple what we currently use.

These Texas cities rank among the best places to live in the US

Freeze alerts issued in Texas as weather whiplash turns heads this weekend

Families sue Texas charter school claiming coach's punishment hospitalized students

FIFA World Cup 2026: Arlington officials clarify tailgating rules for Dallas matches

The Waco siege: A timeline of the 51-day confrontation between federal agents and the Branch Davidians

National News

President Donald Trump spoke at Turning Point USA event in Phoenix

Trump to speak at Phoenix Turning Point USA event

President Donald Trump spoke on Friday at Turning Point USA's "Build the Red Wall" event at Dream City Church in north Phoenix.

Kamala Harris hints at presidential run: How she polls versus JD Vance, Tucker Carlson

Charlie Kirk murder: Suspect Tyler Robinson back in court as his lawyers want cameras banned

Portable generators sold at Home Depot, Lowe's recalled for possible fuel leak posing injury risk

Ashanti Allen case: Looking through murder suspect's criminal record

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Ashanti Allen case: Looking through murder suspect's criminal record

FSU shooting: University marks 1 year since 2 dead, 6 hurt in attack

Sports

Houston Texans, Will Anderson Jr. agree to record-breaking $150M contract extension: Reports

The Houston Texans have reportedly signed star defensive end Will Anderson Jr. to a massive three-year, $150 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history.

April 17, 2026 2:54pm CDT

World Cup 2026 Shockers: No Tailgating, U.S. Soccer Shakeup & Ticket Price Controversy!

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World Cup 2026 Shockers: No Tailgating, U.S. Soccer Shakeup & Ticket Price Controversy!

April 17, 2026 12:57pm CDT

Angels legend Garret Anderson dies at 53

April 17, 2026 11:16am CDT

Families sue Texas charter school claiming coach's punishment hospitalized students

April 17, 2026 11:04am CDT

Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans partner for first-ever Texas Girls' Flag Football State Championship

April 16, 2026 4:52pm CDT

NBA legend Robert Horry tackles 'scary' healthcare industry, Previews Rockets-Spurs postseason

April 16, 2026 2:38pm CDT

Things To Do

Galveston County Fair kicks off this weekend!

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Galveston County Fair kicks off this weekend!

It's fair season in Galveston! The Galveston County Fair and Rodeo will run from April 17 - 25 and we have some special guests in the studio to help show you what you'll get to see and experience!

'Melody Maids' documentary coming to River Oaks Theatre

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'Melody Maids' documentary coming to River Oaks Theatre

Fleet Week Houston guide: Ship tours, free events, parade

Guide: Fleet Week Houston brings military ship tours, free events

Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe: You can spend the night or grab a day pass

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Spring Break at Margaritaville Conroe

Apostle Islands ice caves closed due to winter storm

Offbeat & Unusual

Estimated 6 people arrested in downtown LA after sex toys thrown at police during anti-ICE protest

Multiple people were arrested after an anti-ICE protest took a bizarre turn in downtown Los Angeles over the weekend, officials said.

'Yes...96 bananas': Men steal dozens of bananas from Pennsylvania Wawa, police say

See it: NASA astronaut shares photo of egg-shaped object with tentacles growing on International Space Station

Tourist sues New York taco joint over spicy salsa: Reports

See the photos: Florida inmate twists handcuff off

How to avoid packing 12% ABV drinks in your child’s lunch: 'That is NOT Apple Juice'

Consumer & Recalls

American Airlines says no thanks to United merger

The idea of a merger between American Airlines and United Airlines appears to be going nowhere.

Portable generators sold at Home Depot, Lowe's recalled for possible fuel leak posing injury risk

Wireless portable power banks recalled over fire danger, one death reported, CPSC says

Kia and Genesis recall 235K cars over fuel leak issues

Painted Tree Boutiques abruptly closed all locations, vendors and employees left scrambling

Children’s toy sold on Amazon recalled over choking hazard

Politics

Kamala Harris hints at presidential run: How she polls versus JD Vance, Tucker Carlson

While former Vice President Kamala Harris has not officially launched a 2028 presidential campaign, her name is already circulating in the political space. Here’s where some polls say she stands among other potential contenders.

White House probing disappearances, deaths of US scientists: 'Pretty serious stuff'

Harris County Attorney candidate Abbie Kamin filling in as interim

ODNI sends criminal referrals to DOJ for ex-IG, whistleblower tied to Trump impeachment

Erica Schwartz being considered by Trump administration to lead CDC

Will Texas call a special election to replace Rep. Tony Gonzales?

Entertainment

D4vd arrested in connection with murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez

Singer D4vd has been arrested in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas-Hernandez, whose body was found Sept. 8, 2025, in the front trunk of a Tesla registered to him.