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Is Texas barbecue bigger than brisket?
Texas Monthly's Daniel Vaughn discusses how pitmasters can avoid the smoke of rising beef prices.
The legal fight over ‘Robin Hood’ renews Texas’ public school funding debate. Here’s what to know
Property-wealthy districts say recapture gives the state too much control over local finances. But advocates warn that without it, underserv…
Southwest flight attendant detained by ICE while working, union says
A Southwest Airlines flight attendant was detained by ICE while working, according to the flight attendants' union. The circumstances remain…
Iran war and Houston oil (July 24, 2026)
On Friday's show: We learn how the war with Iran is reshaping the oil industry and its impact on Houston. And we break down The Good, The Ba…
2 women hit, killed crossing US-59 after Houston police chase tied to Old Navy shoplifting
What began as a reported shoplifting at a Galleria-area clothing store ended in tragedy Thursday night when two women were hit and killed wh…
The Engines of Our Ingenuity 1606: The Skycity
Episode: 1606 The Skycity: a concept struggling against its own Gothic weight. Today, the skycity.
Harris County Sheriff's Office Sergeant arrested, charged with assault, terroristic threat
A Harris County Sheriff's Office Sergeant has been arrested and charged following an incident on Thursday morning.
1 detained after possible explosive device found during child pornography investigation in Harris County, Texas home: officials
1 was detained after a possible explosive device was found during a child pornography investigation in a Harris County, Texas home, official…
Woman's body found in dumpster behind north Harris County business, sheriff's office says
A woman who was reportedly known for dumpster diving was found dead inside one behind a Family Dollar store in north Harris County, accordin…
Woman’s body found in NE Harris County dumpster after family couldn’t find her
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating after a woman’s body was found inside a dumpster behind a strip mall in northeast …
Harris County Sheriff's Office sergeant faces multiple charges, relieved of duty, deputies say
According to HCSO, Sgt. Freder Munoz has been relieved of duty pending the outcome of the investigation.