Three men were acquitted of murder Friday in the 2019 killing of Belfast journalist Lyra McKee, who was shot by a member of a dissident Irish Republican Army splinter group while covering a riot in Northern Ireland.Justice Patricia Smyth regretted that her verdict would bring “little if any comfo...
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<p>Houston police are investigating a shooting at a Sunnyside church on Friday, officials confirm.</p><p>According to the Houston Police Department, the shooting was reported shortly after noon at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church on Brandon Street.</p><p>It's unclear if anyone was injured.</p><...
A former Liberty Police Department officer has been indicted for official oppression and indecent assault, according to Liberty County Jail records.Jason Grindstaff resigned while under investigation earlier this year, the City of Liberty said in a statement posted on social media Friday.Records ...
A major crash involving three vehicles is blocking multiple I-45 southbound lanes at 71st Street. Galveston PD says multiple people were taken to the hospital.
<p>A mother and her two children are dead after a reported murder-suicide at a hotel in Houston's Braeswood area.</p><h2>Murder-suicide at Houston hotel</h2><p>Houston Fire Captain Reyes confirmed the shooting happened at the <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/7807+Kirby+Dr,+Houston,+TX+7...
According to authorities, the woman shot and killed her two children, who were both under the age of nine, before killing herself at a hotel in southwest Houston.
Increasing moisture levels will lead to scattered storm chances as we head into July 4th weekend.
Pope Leo VIX was awarded the National Constitution Center's 38th Liberty Medal during a ceremony Friday in Philadelphia.
The Small Ships Parade serves as the lead-up to Saturday's "Sail4th 250" event, which is expected to draw large crowds to the city's waterfront.
Last month, the leader of a small Texas state commission — tasked with aiding criminal defense for low-income Texans — received an unusual request from top officials working with the Trump administration. The U.S. Department of Justice needed their help providing legal services to immigrant child...
<p>Democratic nominee James Talarico recently stopped by a Houston radio station where he discussed his run for U.S. Senator for Texas and even gave his opinion on Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar.</p><h2>Drake or Kendrick Lamar?</h2><p>While being a guest on 93.7 The Beat with host Ashlee, Talarico was ...
Some of Travis Kelce’s teammates on the NFL's Kansas City Chiefs, retired Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl-winning brother Jason and other players and prominent figures around sports are expected to be in attendance for his wedding to pop superstar Taylor Swift on Friday.San Francisco 49ers tight e...
<p>A former Liberty police officer turned himself in on Friday after a grand jury indictment last month, officials say.</p><p>Jail records show Jason Grindstaff is being held on a charge of official oppression and a charge of indecent assault.</p><p>FOX 26 is gathering details about the allegatio...
Defending champs Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo will defend their titles at Nathan's Famous Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest on Saturday.
All eyes in the NBA are on LeBron James, even amid a huge cycle of changes around the league.Giannis Antetokounmpo got traded to Miami for Tyler Herro. Jaylen Brown got traded to Philadelphia for Paul George. Kawhi Leonard got traded back to Toronto, Ja Morant got traded to Portland, LaMelo Ball ...
A preliminary report issued by federal safety investigators did not flag any serious safety failures that could have led to the fiery crash of a plane just after takeoff last month on a skydiving outing in Missouri that killed all 12 people aboard, including several very experienced jumpers.The N...
Thirteen Argentina followers are roaming the streets of Buenos Aires proudly sporting their team's jersey — but they're not on two legs, they're on all fours, letting out the occasional bark.As Argentina rides World Cup fever and dreams of beating Cape Verde in the round of 32 on Friday, a dog wa...
Fourth of July weekend is almost here, and the forecast for Houston and Southeast Texas is looking very summer-like: hot, humid and mainly dry.There will be a few isolated rain chances around, especially during the afternoon hours, but most outdoor plans should be in good shape. The bigger concer...
The movie stars 19-year-old Samoan Australian actress Catherine Laga'aia, who is making her feature film debut.
America 250 is a big birthday and the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Houston wanted to celebrate just as big.
After KPRC’s 2 Helps You began reporting that some World Cup fans had their StubHub tickets canceled at the last minute without replacements, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent 2 Helps You’s Mario Díaz a statement early Friday morning, announcing that his office is now investigating the ticke...
The Ruby Princess cruise ship was docked for disinfection at San Francisco's Pier 27 Thursday morning after a norovirus outbreak affected dozens of passengers and crew.
Laga'aia is bringing the iconic original soundtrack famously written by Broadway legend Lin-Manuel Miranda to new life in this new film adaptation.
Although the 4th of July is a holiday, here are some of the stores and restaurants that will be keeping their doors open.
The iconic ball drops outside New Year's Eve for the first time.
A 34-year-old man was killed early Friday in a shooting outside a bar in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies were called around 2:15 a.m. to the 8200 block of C.E. King Parkway on an in-progress call. When they arrived, deputies found a man suffering ...
<p>A Houston man has been arrested and is facing assault charges after allegedly shooting multiple people with a water gun.</p><h2>Water gun assault charges</h2><p>Christopher Cayce is charged with two counts of assault with bodily injury out of Harris County.</p><p>According to police, they inve...
Three men were acquitted of murder Friday in the 2019 killing of Belfast journalist Lyra McKee, who was shot by a member of a dissident Irish Republican Army splinter group while covering a riot in Northern Ireland.Justice Patricia Smyth regretted that her verdict would bring “little if any comfo...
Police said the 34-year-old man is charged with two misdemeanors after attacking people with water guns and posting about it online.
<p>From Downtown Houston to Galveston Island, communities across the Houston area are planning parades, concerts, festivals and fireworks displays to celebrate the Fourth of July and America's 250th birthday.</p><h2>Houston’s official 4th of July celebrations</h2><p>Some of the state's largest In...
<p>Thousands are expected to attend Houston’s Freedom Over Texas Fourth of July celebration on Saturday.</p><p>Here’s everything you need to know if you’re attending the celebration.</p><h2><strong>Freedom Over Texas 2026 entertainment lineup</strong></h2><p>Los Lonely Boys and Collective Soul wi...
As we approach the one-year remembrance of the Kerrville flood, I find myself thinking back to everything that unfolded in just a matter of hours.The way the storm came together. The torrential rain. The terrain that turned dangerous so quickly. And ultimately, the tragedy that followed.Watching ...
Novak Djokovic saw Arthur Rinderknech falling toward the Centre Court net after a volley and said to himself “please stay down.”The Frenchman did — and 39-year-old Djokovic dove to hit a backhand volley winner on match point for a 7-5, 6-4, 1-6, 7-6 (4) record-equaling victory in the third round ...
<p>Another hot and humid day as many people are gearing up for the Fourth of July weekend.</p><h2>Typical July heat</h2><p>Highs stay in the mid 90s through the next several days with heat index values between 100 and 105. Mornings stay muggy, followed by hot afternoons with a mix of sun and clou...
The tropics remain relatively quiet for the end of June and heading into July.
<p>Deputies are investigating a shooting that left a man dead in northeast Harris County on Friday morning.</p><p>According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the shooting was reported in the 8200 block of CE King Parkway, near Unison Road.</p><p>The sheriff says a man was taken to the hospita...
Michael Scurr has been volunteering at Britain's National Archives for the last 11 years, then one day last May he made a discovery of his own while sifting through the letters of an 18th-century Royal Navy captain.
<p>Harris County Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating the shooting of a repairman who was found dead inside a vacant Houston-area home.</p><h2>Missing repairman found dead</h2><p>Around 10:45 p.m., deputies were flagged down regarding a repairman’s truck parked in front of a home on Crathi...
Deputies found the repairman shot to death after family members said they were worried when he didn't come home from work, according to the sheriff's office.
Festivities commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence ramped up across the United States on Friday as demonstrations of national pride — and hints of political polarization — were balanced with efforts to stay safe as much of the country baked under extreme heat.President Donal...
Houston police are investigating a deadly shooting after officers were called to the 8400 block of Broadway Street around 1 a.m. Friday.According to the Houston Police Department, officers arrived and found an adult man suffering from a gunshot wound. The Houston Fire Department responded and pro...
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