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Self-driving taxis are expanding across Texas as Tesla brings its autonomous ride service to two major cities. The move marks a major step forward in making driverless transportation available to millions more Americans.
University of Houston researchers just achieved the highest superconductivity temperature ever recorded at normal pressure, bringing us closer to zero-loss electricity. The breakthrough could save billions in wasted energy and transform everything from power grids to medical devices.
After nearly freezing during a winter storm, Doris Brown transformed her Houston home into a solar-powered emergency shelter for neighbors. Eight similar "hub houses" now dot the city, ready to welcome residents when the next disaster strikes.
More than 1,000 soccer balls lined up in Hermann Park just set a Guinness World Record and they're all going to Houston's underserved youth. The city is gearing up for the FIFA World Cup with programs that ensure local kids benefit long after the matches end.
Austin's professional volleyball team punched their ticket to the championship finals with a dramatic 15-8 victory in a winner-take-all "Golden Set" against Atlanta. The defending champions will face either Houston or Salt Lake City in Long Beach for the LOVB title.
Four astronauts just completed humanity's first trip to the moon in over 50 years, returning home to Houston after a journey that brought them farther from Earth than anyone in history. Their emotional reunion with loved ones revealed just how profoundly the experience touched them.
More than a thousand Houstonians lined up soccer balls at Hermann Park to break a world record and celebrate the upcoming World Cup. Kids took home the record-breaking balls while the rest will help underserved youth players.
A child who once gazed at Houston rockets now leads NASA's moon mission as the agency's highest-ranking civil servant. Amit Kshatriya, son of Indian immigrants, oversees operations for the Artemis program bringing astronauts back to the lunar surface.
KHOU 11's decade-long literacy campaign has put thousands of books directly into Houston kids' hands. The Turn the Page initiative continues connecting young readers with stories that spark imagination.
Four astronauts just returned to Earth after circling the Moon, marking humanity's first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years. Their successful journey brings us one giant leap closer to landing humans on the Moon again.
Over 1,000 soccer balls lined up in Hermann Park as Houston attempted a Guinness World Record to celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Every ball used will help underserved kids play soccer.
On April 14, Holocaust survivors and their families will share personal stories in 25 Houston living rooms, transforming Holocaust Remembrance Day into an intimate experience of hope and resilience. The global movement Zikaron BaSalon brings history to life through small gatherings where listeners become witnesses.
Nine Greek students aged 12-14 are heading to the world's largest robotics competition after creating a hands-on kit that makes archaeology accessible to everyone, including people with visual impairments. Their invention lets people touch and experience history in ways museums never could.
When a medical emergency forced a London-to-Houston flight to land in frozen Newfoundland, passengers faced days of delays in 14-degree weather. The airline's response turned a difficult situation into a lesson in how local hospitality can shine through travel chaos.
As NASA's Artemis II crew prepares to return to Earth this Friday, space centers around the world are ready to welcome visitors inspired by the mission. From Houston's Apollo Mission Control to Europe's working spaceport, these destinations bring space exploration within reach.
Quick-thinking security at a Houston church tackled an armed man carrying a loaded gun and 100+ rounds before anyone was hurt. The team's vigilance and brave action prevented what could have been a tragedy.
Gary Woodland is competing in the Masters this week after brain surgery and a PTSD diagnosis nearly ended his career. His surprise win at the Houston Open last month earned him the final spot in the tournament.
Nearly one in four Houston residents is foreign-born, and they're not just living there—they're building it. New data reveals how immigrant workers are driving explosive growth across every major industry in America's fourth-largest city.
Down 5-3 in the final set with three championship points against him, American tennis player Tommy Paul refused to quit and stormed back to win his first clay court title in Houston. The 28-year-old's gutsy comeback keeps an incredible five-year winning streak alive for American players at the tournament.
A Houston-area high school senior just clocked a faster time than the Olympic champion in the same event. Andrew Jones is rewriting the record books before he even graduates.
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