Happy Wednesday, and for some parents, it's a very happy Wednesday! That's because students in 12 school districts in the Houston area are heading back to school today.
So, happy first day of school to the hundreds of kids dusting off those backpacks! Here's hoping you learn lots of awesome things this year.
Today's Weather
More hot, humid weather is expected today. Rain chances are low and dust levels will drops. Here's a quick weather update from meteorologist Britta Merwin.
Don't forget! You can keep track of the radar and forecast throughout the day at click2houston.com/weather or by downloading the Frank's Free Forecast app.
Local News
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