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Brazen pickpockets prey on vulnerable tourists as vacation island is swarmed by millions
As tourists descend on one of Spain's most popular summer destinations, the familiar problem of pickpocketing has emerged.
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The Trump administration is ramping up pressure on states to change election practices
President Donald Trump’s administration is threatening to withhold some federal funding from states that don't make changes to voting practices and is warning state election officials that they face arrest if they don’t remove noncitizens from voter rolls.Letters to states and gr...
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Houston law enforcement will not be involved in investigation into deadly shooting involving ICE
Mayor John Whitmire also shared his condolences and called the shooting a tragedy, adding that the city is "in touch with federal elected officials, insisting there's a transparent and independent investigation."...
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Son of man killed by ICE agent calls for investigation, says “my father would have complied”
Houston leaders on Wednesday said they have received little information from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement about the fatal shooting of an immigrant Tuesday, while his eldest son publicly praised his father and demanded an investigation. “He wanted nothing else in life ...
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Advocates demand an independent probe after ICE officer fatally shoots a man in Houston
A Mexican national fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Houston had no criminal convictions during his decades living in the U.S. and was driving a crew to a homebuilding site when he was killed, his family and a Texas congresswoman said Wednesday.Lor...
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Ex-Texas Tech professor admits to running fentanyl ring, trading drugs for sex, documents say
Former Texas Tech assistant professor Daniel Taylor pleaded guilty to running a sophisticated fentanyl network that traded drugs for sex and caused eight overdoses....
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Cosmic Ice Cream and Trill Burgers teaming up for National Ice Cream day
As temperatures are approaching triple digits this month, we’ve got a sweet way to cool off.Since July is National Ice cream month, and National Ice Cream Day is next Sunday July 19 – Cosmic Ice Cream wants you to stop in to check out their new shop and new collab with Houston fa...
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Boston's Willson Contreras, Kansas City's Jac Caglianone latest to commit to Home Run Derby
Boston’s Willson Contreras and Kansas City’s Jac Caglianone are the latest sluggers to commit to participating in the Home Run Derby on Monday in Philadelphia.The 34-year-old Contreras has 20 homers in 306 at-bats, which stands just a few shy of the career best of 24 he had for t...
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'A hardworking Mexican man': Son of man killed by ICE in Houston demands investigation
The son of a man fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent said Wednesday that he wants his father to be remembered as “a family man,” not simply as another immigration headline.Speaking during a news conference alongside Latino civil rights leaders, Ronaldo Sa...
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Judges deny request to return Trump's name to Kennedy Center pending an appeal
A three-judge panel on Wednesday denied a request from the Kennedy Center's board to keep President Donald Trump's name on the institution while the board appeals an earlier ruling that dubbed the name change illegal and had it rescinded.It's another setback for the board of trus...
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ICE-related incident reported in the Spring-area, officials confirm
Houston-area law enforcement agencies are at the scene of an ICE-related incident in the Spring-area, according to reports.
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ICE-involved incident reported in Spring, HCSO confirms
An incident involving the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is being reported at a residence in Spring, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.The incident is unfolding in the 22000 block of Saint Winfred Drive in the Chancel subdivision.ICE agent shoots, kills un...
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'He did not deserve to die': Family, community leaders respond after man shot and killed by ICE
"He did not deserve to die," Ronaldo Salgado said of his father, Lorenzo Salgado, who was shot and killed by an ICE agent Tuesday.
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Suspect shot by HPD officers assaulted mother, took car moments before incident, police says
Jamarcus Oneal Spates, 30, is accused of assaulting his mother and taking her vehicle without her permission from the Fort Bend County area before he was shot by nine officers, according to court documents....
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Man arrested after allegedly throwing Molotov cocktail at wheelchair user
A man has been arrested in Oklahoma City after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at a man in a wheelchair outside Oklahoma City Police Department headquarters....
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Major 2026 hurricane forecast updated: What it says about Texas
One of the most-watched hurricane forecasts has been updated for the remainder of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear asks Sen. Mitch McConnell to give a public update on his condition
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is directly asking Sen. Mitch McConnell, the state's most powerful figure in Congress, to disclose more about his condition after three weeks of silence from the 84-year-old since he was hospitalized in Washington. The letter released Wednesday from Bes...
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Houston-Area Back-to-School Drive: Catholic Charities collecting school supplies for students in need through Aug. 7
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston has kicked off its annual back-to-school supply drive to help children in need start the school year with the essentials. Community members can support the effort by dropping off items at designated collection sites, buyi...
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How Cole Popovich is putting his stamp on Texans’ new-look offensive line: ‘Tough, smart, physical’
Hunkered down low to the ground while barking out instructions about he wants his offensive line to operate in the trenches, Cole Popovich was in a teaching mode.About creating leverage. About technique. About his lowest man wins philosophy. About applying the craft of blocking t...
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Why World Cup game balls always make their way back onto the pitch during matches
Game balls for World Cup matches have become stars in their own right during the tournament.The ball has made headlines with its embedded technology and raised questions among fans, including: Why is everyone expected to promptly toss the ball back onto the pitch?It's a question ...
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Some evacuation orders and street closures remain as work continues on a NYC high-rise that buckled
Crews worked through the night to shore up a massive, under-construction apartment building in Manhattan after some of its columns buckled and floors sagged, triggering widespread evacuations and street closures over concerns about a collapse. Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirmed Wedne...
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Rahm Emanuel warns that Israel has become a 'territorial pariah' in a blistering speech
Rahm Emanuel, a potential Democratic presidential candidate and longtime defender of Israel, warned Wednesday that the country has become increasingly isolated as its leadership has turned it into a “territorial pariah,” in a speech at Tel Aviv University on Wednesday. Emanuel’s ...
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Border Czar Homan says ICE ‘turned the heat up’ on arrests as Houston seeks answers in fatal agent shooting
White House Border Czar Tom Homan said Immigration and Customs Enforcement is making “record arrests” and expects enforcement to accelerate as the agency expands staffing — comments that come as Houston leaders and civil rights advocates demand transparency in a fatal ICE shootin...
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DNA evidence from Charlie Kirk assassination disputed by defendant's lawyers
Lawyers for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk are expected to keep questioning the reliability of DNA testing that prosecutors said links the defendant to the suspected murder weapon when a weeklong hearing continues Wednesday....
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Houston ICE shooting: Press conference Wednesday after death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
Family and activists are speaking out following the deadly shooting of a man in Houston by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
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Child porn suspect out on bond arrested again on child sexual abuse charges, La Porte PD says
Police said 32-year-old Randol Wiggins was first arrested on child porn charges in April and released on bond. He was arrested again last month on sexual abuse charges....
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Marta Kostyuk beats Jasmine Paolini to reach Wimbledon semifinals
Marta Kostyuk made a big impression in her Centre Court debut by beating Jasmine Paolini 6-3, 6-2 to reach her first Wimbledon semifinals on Wednesday.The 24-year-old Ukrainian also reached the last four at the French Open, losing to eventual champion Mirra Andreeva in Paris.Kost...
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Hulu revisits serial murder case involving 10,000 human remains in 'Return to Fox Hollow'
Hulu is revisiting one of the largest unidentified human remains cases in the United States, second only to 9/11, in "Return to Fox Hollow," streaming now....
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Lauren Bennett's father speaks out, says singer suffered severe reaction to medication before death
The father of Lauren Bennett - the singer featured on LMFAO's "Party Rock Anthem" - is sharing new details on her death.
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Cargo plane with 5 aboard goes missing off Pakistan's coast; rough seas hamper rescue efforts
Officials said the aircraft, operated by the private carrier K2 Airways, reported a navigational system issue while flying with five people on board.
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Houston Methodist employee who survived stabbing attack inside Texas Medical Center parking garage sues TMC
Baleigh Burmaster, the Houston Methodist veterinary technician who was a victim of a violent attack inside a parking garage, has filed a lawsuit against TMC....
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Protein-packed foods are everywhere, but experts say balance is still key
From protein bars and shakes to high-protein cereals and snacks, protein has become one of the biggest nutrition trends in recent years.The surge in protein-rich products has coincided with the popularity of weight-loss plans and high-protein diets, but nutrition experts say more...
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The Latest: Defense disputes DNA evidence in Charlie Kirk assassination hearing
The preliminary hearing for the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk is set to resume Wednesday afternoon, with defense attorneys expected to keep questioning the reliability of DNA testing that prosecutors say links the defendant to the suspected murder we...
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Specialty farmers adapt harvests, protect crops in face of extreme heat
Even as the sun started to set, the day's heat was still hanging in the air as Annie Woods walked back out to harvest squash and zucchini on her 50-acre farm.Prolonged and intense heat is part of a climate change-driven pattern of weather extremes that has also led to intense flo...
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Eastex Freeway crash: 1 dead after vehicle hits light pole, catches fire
One person is dead after a Camaro veered off the road, struck a light pole, and caught fire early Wednesday morning in Humble.
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Charlie Kirk murder: Prosecutors say suspect Tyler Robinson's DNA found on key evidence
The Utah man charged in the shooting death of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk is back in court for the third day of his week-long preliminary hearing as prosecutors continue presenting the evidence they have against Tyler Robinson, including DNA evidence....
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'The Pitt' and 'Pluribus' are poised to compete for top honors as Emmy nominations are announced
"Pluribus" could be a record-setting freshman, "The Pitt" could have a dominant sophomore season and "Hacks" is set for a graduation celebration as Emmy nominations are announced Wednesday morning....
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YMCA of Greater Houston, Reliant bring lifesaving swim skills to 320 underserved children this summer
When summer arrives in Houston, the water is calling — but for too many children, it can turn deadly in an instant. A string of drownings in Harris County over the weekend has renewed urgency around a critical question: do kids have the water safety skills they need to survive? T...
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Adjustable-rate mortgages can help some homebuyers save money, but they’re not for everyone
Summer is one of the busiest times of the year for homebuyers, and with mortgage rates remaining elevated, many are looking for ways to make homeownership more affordable.As part of KPRC 2’s weeklong series on navigating the homebuying process, we’re taking a closer look at adjus...
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Oil prices jump more than 6% after Trump says ceasefire with Iran is 'over'
Oil prices surged more than 6% after U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the interim agreement with Iran is "over," though he will allow talks to continue....
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Obamacare premiums surged this year. A new analysis shows it's likely to happen again in 2027
Middle-income Americans straining to pay for Affordable Care Act health insurance are unlikely to get relief next year, according to a new analysis that shows insurers in the marketplace are proposing a second straight year of double-digit premium hikes.Across the 77 insurers in ...
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Early returns encouraging for Texans rookie Kayden McDonald: ‘Good, physical presence’
Low to the ground, Kayden McDonald fired across the line of scrimmage out of his three-point stance.His charge was powerful, and effective. The Texans rookie defensive tackle, regarded as the top run-stopping interior lineman in the draft, reached his destination as he penetrated...
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Manhattan high-rise deemed stable after columns buckled, some evacuations lifted
An under-construction Manhattan high-rise at risk of collapse was stabilized late Tuesday and some evacuations of nearby buildings were lifted.
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Kremlin hails 'important step' as IOC eases Olympic restrictions on Russia
The Kremlin has welcomed as an “important step” the International Olympic Committee's decision to remove many of its restrictions on Russia, a big step closer to letting it field a full team when Los Angeles hosts the 2028 Games.The IOC provisionally lifted a suspension of the Ru...
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Scattered thunderstorms remain in the forecast for Houston through the week
Track Live Radar:You can check out our current radar below. Wednesday’s Forecast:By Wednesday, high pressure will build back over the region, lowering rain chances. That means most of Houston will stay mostly sunny, hot, and humid, with only a very isolated shower or storm possib...
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Texas Democratic nominee for governor proposes $1,500 checks for every Texas household... if she wins
State Rep. Gina Hinojosa is making affordability the centerpiece of her campaign for governor, unveiling a proposal to send every Texas household a one-time $1,500 payment if she’s elected in November.Hinojosa, the Democratic nominee for governor, announced the plan Tuesday durin...
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Here’s where you can get Krispy Kreme’s new Girl Scout cookie doughnuts in Houston
Fans of Girl Scout cookies can now enjoy some of their favorite flavors in doughnut form.Krispy Kreme has partnered with Girl Scouts of the USA to introduce a limited-time collection of cookie-inspired doughnuts, featuring flavors based on popular Girl Scout cookies.The lineup in...
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Polymarket is in a high-stakes race to win back trust as it recommits to the US market
After four years in exile, the prediction market platform Polymarket has begun a well-funded campaign to sell a new version of itself to the American public. To do so, the company is trying to convince policymakers, regulators, the public and prospective customers that the busine...
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Driver killed after Camaro crashes into light pole, catches fire in north Houston
A driver was killed Wednesday after a fiery single-vehicle crash along the Eastex Freeway feeder road in north Houston, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.The crash happened around 1:38 a.m. in the 13900 block of the Eastex Freeway feeder road.Child shocked after lig...
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Galena Park officials respond to flooding at entrance of Galena Manor subdivision after overnight rain
City officials responded to flooding Tuesday night at the entrance to the Galena Manor subdivision, where standing water blocked part of the area following heavy rainfall.The flooding was reported around 10 p.m. near Clinton Drive at the entrance to the neighborhood. It came afte...
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Crypto kiosks were used to scam $56 million from Texans last year. Lawmakers are calling for regulation.
Maria was standing in front of a cryptocurrency ATM, $5,000 in hand and a moment away from being scammed.Fabricated court documents, supposedly sent by text from the Travis County Sheriff’s Office, threatened the 72-year-old with arrest if she didn’t feed the money into the “cryp...
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What to know as cryptocurrency scams rise in Texas
Texans lost more than $1 billion to scams involving cryptocurrency in 2025, according to the FBI, second only to California in the amount siphoned away by fraudsters.Scams using crypto often involve fraudulent investment opportunities, but criminals are increasingly turning to th...
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Toddler declared dead in drowning incident found alive in hospital morgue. Now, his parents could be charged
Police say an Arizona toddler discovered in a backyard pool in February was declared dead at a hospital but later discovered to be alive.
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Israeli strike kills World Cup screening organizer in Gaza just before kickoff
An Israeli strike on Gaza just before the kickoff of the Egypt-Argentina World Cup match killed a top Palestinian aid official who was instrumental in efforts to organize public screenings of the game across the enclave, according to local health officials.The blast turned what w...
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Russian attacks kill 3 across Ukraine, strikes Kyiv for second consecutive night
Three people were killed across Ukraine on Wednesday in overnight Russian attacks, including one in Kyiv, where powerful explosions hit for the second night in a row.Several explosions were heard shortly after midnight, before authorities issued an air raid alert. It was an unusu...
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Some health workers in Congo's Ebola outbreak go on strike over pay issues as deaths near 600
The healthcare workers at the epicenter of Congo’s Ebola outbreak are walking off their jobs to protest delays in their payments, threatening efforts to slow the outbreak that officials said continues to spread faster than the response.In Ituri province, the hardest hit among the...
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Funeral prayers in Iraq for Iranian supreme leader commence after body arrives in holy city
Funeral processions for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began Wednesday in the Iraqi city of Najaf with thousands of mourners present.The Islamic Republic's dayslong funeral for Khamenei began Saturday, with authorities shutting down streets, airspace and daily ...
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The Latest: Danish prime minister vows to defend Greenland during NATO summit in Turkey
Speaking at the NATO summit in Turkey a day after U.S. President Donald Trump again expressed a desire for the U.S. to control Greenland, Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said, “Greenland is of course not for sale.”“We hope that all, including all allies, will respect t...
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China allocates millions in new disaster relief after storms and a deadly landslide
China allocated millions of dollars in additional relief funding for disaster-hit areas Wednesday after severe storms destroyed homes and displaced thousands of people and a landslide killed 21 forestry workers.The central government allocated 50 million yuan ($7.4 million) to re...