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The deaths of two horses during a trail ride into Houston have cast a shadow over a proud rodeo tradition and raised difficult questions about safety and oversight. In response, Houston Rodeo organizers removed the Northeastern Trail Riders Association from this year’s downtown parade, citing animal welfare concerns after the incidents occurred during the weeklong ride.
Now, the group’s trail boss is speaking out, saying the decision was disproportionate, deeply painful for riders with decades of history in the parade, and leaves uncertainty about whether the group will be allowed to return in future years.
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TODAY: 78° TONIGHT: 67°
Meteorologist Justin Stapleton says:
“Rodeo weather will be perfect to kick off this season, sunshine this afternoon with temps in the low 80s. Fog will be in play for the rest of your morning drives this week and rain chances start to move in mid-week with storms likely this weekend.”
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FBI investigates Texas bar shooting that killed 2 and wounded 14 as possible terrorist act
Federal authorities are investigating a deadly shooting outside a Sixth Street bar in Austin as a possible act of terrorism after a gunman killed two people and injured 14 others early Sunday. Police say the suspect fired from his vehicle and then on foot before officers confronted and killed him within minutes. The FBI says investigators found indicators that warrant a terrorism review, though a motive has not yet been determined.
Iranian Americans in Houston react after killing of Ali Khamenei
The killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei sparked strong and deeply personal reactions in Houston, home to one of the nation’s largest Iranian American communities. Hundreds gathered near the Galleria to celebrate, protest and reflect on what the moment could mean for Iran’s future.
Man dies after being shot, making it to nearby store for help in north Houston
A man is dead after being shot late Sunday night near West Hardy Road in north Houston, police say. Investigators said the victim was shot once but managed to reach a nearby store, where employees called 911. He was rushed to the hospital in critical condition but later died from his injuries. Police say no suspect or motive has been identified, and the investigation remains ongoing.
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Expect longer lines at Houston airports as DHS shutdown reaches 2 weeks
Travelers flying out of Houston airports are being urged to plan ahead as the partial federal government shutdown enters its second week. Airport officials say staffing shortages at TSA checkpoints, linked to the Department of Homeland Security shutdown, could lead to longer-than-normal security lines.
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Here with Mayor Whitmire at the 10K & 5K run, and the 2026 HLSR Parade.
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