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Local News

Galveston mother speaks out after son killed in officer-involved shooting during traffic stop

The mother of Randy Martin is calling for transparency after the 47-year-old was killed in an officer-involved shooting during a Galveston traffic stop Monday night. Texas Rangers are leading the investigation.

May 19, 2026 10:34pm CDT

Warnings currently in effect in the Houston area

May 19, 2026 9:22pm CDT

Suspect pleads guilty to killing Houston mechanic over $500 repair days before Christmas 2022

May 19, 2026 8:14pm CDT

Second murder suspect this month vanishes after cutting off Harris County ankle monitor

May 19, 2026 7:28pm CDT

River Oaks: Family members release statement following murder-suicide of Houston restaurant owners, children

Family members release statement following murder-suicide of Houston restaurant owners, children earlier this month

May 19, 2026 5:59pm CDT

River Oaks shooting: Father, mother, 2 children killed in shooting on Kingston Street

Father, mother, 2 children killed in shooting on Kingston Street in Houston

May 19, 2026 5:42pm CDT

Texas Headlines

Ken Paxton, John Cornyn clash in first public comments since Trump’s Texas Senate endorsement

President Donald Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton in the Texas Republican Senate runoff has intensified the race, sparking a sharp debate with incumbent Senator John Cornyn over party loyalty and electability.

NAACP calls for boycott of Texas, Texas A&M athletics over voting rights concerns

Sabine Pass crash: At least 4 people killed after van crashes into Hotard bus on Highway 87

At least 4 people killed after van crashes into Hotard bus on Highway 87 in Sabine Pass

Dickinson dog rescue: 'Tupac' saved after 3 days at bottom of hill with broken leg

Dog 'Tupac' rescued in Dickinson after 3 days at bottom of hill with broken leg

'A true MAGA warrior:' Trump backs Paxton in Senate GOP runoff

Texas braces for severe storms, wildfires as emergency resources activated

National News

New video of deadly UPS plane crash shows engine flying off upon takeoff

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released new video showing the moment an engine flew off a UPS plane before it crashed.

America's best-tasting pizza chain is an old-school favorite, survey finds

Colorado reports adult death linked to hantavirus

US government 'forever barred and precluded' from looking at Trump's current tax issues

Heart disease may start in the womb, new study finds

San Diego mosque shooting: Police were searching for teens before bloodshed

Sports

NAACP calls for boycott of Texas, Texas A&M athletics over voting rights concerns

The NAACP is calling for Black athletes and fans to boycott athletic programs at public universities in states they say are restricting Black voting rights, including the University of Texas and Texas A&M.

May 19, 2026 4:21pm CDT

NFL owners approve Nashville as host of the 2030 Super Bowl

May 19, 2026 12:08pm CDT

World Cup 2026 base camps: Where national teams will be based during the tournament

May 19, 2026 11:13am CDT

Tubi launches World Cup content hub

May 18, 2026 4:18pm CDT

Millions expected to visit the US this summer for 2026 World Cup

May 18, 2026 1:40pm CDT

Houston boxer Giovanni Marquez | Full interview

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Houston boxer Giovanni Marquez | Full interview

May 17, 2026 5:18pm CDT

Things To Do

FIFA World Cup: Hearsay gearing up for game day fun

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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.

New Carnival cruise ship Tropicale coming to Galveston

Galveston County Fair kicks off this weekend!

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Galveston County Fair kicks off this weekend!

'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

Offbeat & Unusual

Why a fleet of self-driving Waymo SUVs flooded a quiet Atlanta street

Videos captured more than a dozen autonomous Waymo self-driving SUVs entering and turning around on a dead-end Atlanta street.

Watch: Motorcycle left dangling from traffic light after crash

Pentagon UFO website shatters records with 340M hits in first 12 hours

Why a Georgia town's entire police force was fired and rehired

Person dressed like KKK member recorded walking through Rhode Island town at 2 a.m.

Parachutist carrying US flag slams into stadium scoreboard

Consumer & Recalls

Driver warns others after 'bad gas' incident in Spring Branch

An employee at the Circle K along Long Point Road says four to six customers reported problems and that there was water in the gas. The employee says the issue has since been resolved.

House hunting? Data suggests the most affordable cities to buy a home

House proposal would charge EV owners $130 yearly for road repairs

Kroger cheese garlic croutons recalled over salmonella fears

Sexual enhancement supplement recalled over three undeclared drugs

New homes may cost more upfront but save buyers money over time, report reveals

Politics

Ken Paxton, John Cornyn clash in first public comments since Trump’s Texas Senate endorsement

President Donald Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton in the Texas Republican Senate runoff has intensified the race, sparking a sharp debate with incumbent Senator John Cornyn over party loyalty and electability.

House proposal would charge EV owners $130 yearly for road repairs

'A true MAGA warrior:' Trump backs Paxton in Senate GOP runoff

FDA drug center director removed in latest shake-up

Texas May 26, 2026 primary runoff elections: Key races to watch in Houston

Key races to watch in Houston for the Republican, Democratic primary runoff elections

Early voting for Texas primary runoffs is underway

Entertainment

Tubi launches World Cup content hub

Tubi has launched the new 2026 FIFA World Cup FOX Hub that includes live matches, highlights, and original shows — and fans won’t need a subscription to watch.