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Large fire broke out at tire shop on Veterans Memorial, HAZMAT called
Multiple fire departments assisted with a large fire at a tire shop facility that was reported in the north Houston-area late Tuesday evening.
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View MoreLarge fire broke out at tire shop on Veterans Memorial, HAZMAT called
Multiple fire departments assisted with a large fire at a tire shop facility that was reported in the north Houston-area late Tuesday evening.
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Camp Mystic directors apologize, face tough questions from Texas lawmakers
Camp Mystic directors apologized to grieving families during a state hearing today as lawmakers questioned safety failures that led to 27 deaths in last year’s historic floods.
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View MorePhoto shows Cole Allen in hotel room before attack as DOJ moves to keep him jailed
The Department of Justice is urging a federal judge to keep Cole Tomas Allen, the man accused of opening fire at the Washington Hilton during the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner, behind bars as he awaits trial. Newly released photos from the DOJ show Allen inside his hotel room before the attack, armed and dressed in dark clothing.
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Cover your mouth, risk a red card: FIFA targets hidden abuse at 2026 World Cup
Players who cover their mouths during arguments could face red cards at the 2026 World Cup under a new rule targeting hidden abuse.
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FIFA World Cup: Hearsay gearing up for game day fun
The FIFA World Cup kicks off in Houston in a little more than a month from today, and if you don't have a ticket to one of the matches, then a local watch party is the way to go. Levy Park in the Upper Kirby district will host official FIFA watch parties and Hearsay, located at 3728 Wakeforest St., will be right there welcoming fans with great food and cocktails tailored for the big event. There will be VIP experiences available as well.
Offbeat & Unusual
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Parachutist carrying US flag slams into stadium scoreboard
A parachutist who was carrying the U.S. flag as part of a three-person skydiving team crashed into the scoreboard at Virginia Tech’s 2026 spring football game Saturday.
Consumer & Recalls
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New passports featuring Trump’s image unveiled by State Department
The State Department is rolling out passports with President Donald Trump’s image prominently featured on the inside cover. Here's what to know.
Politics
View MoreSupreme Court rules on key Voting Rights Act rule, voids majority Black congressional district in Louisiana
The Supreme Court on Wednesday limited the scope of a key Voting Rights Act provision that restricts how states draw districts affecting minority voters, constraining states' use of race as a factor when drawing congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Entertainment
View MoreCelebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
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Record number of Americans say their financial outlook is ‘getting worse’
A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.
