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Keith Urban to headline Houston's Freedom Over Texas on July 4
30+ min ago (133+ words) Houston Mayor John Whitmire announces the entertainment lineup and details of Freedom Over Texas " the city's Fourth of July celebration. HOUSTON - Country music star Keith Urban will headline Houston's Fourth of July celebration this year. Houston Mayor John Whitmire announced…...
As Texas lawmakers tackle health care affordability, discussions turn to insurance costs
2+ hour, 53+ min ago (1059+ words) Some of Texas" largest buyers of health care provided insight into what might be driving higher health care costs. The House Select Committee on Health Care Affordability concluded its two-day public hearing Friday. As Texas lawmakers tackle health care affordability,…...
Star Wars fans celebrate May the 4th
1+ hour, 53+ min ago (37+ words) Alex Damon, one of the minds behind the "Star Wars Explained" viral videos, joins CBS News to discuss the franchise as fans celebrate May 4, a popular day among followers. Star Wars fans celebrate May the 4th...
What to expect from the 2026 Met Gala
2+ hour, 18+ min ago (40+ words) Fashion's biggest night, the 2026 Met Gala, will take place Monday night on New York City's Upper East Side. Lauren Sherman, CBS News contributor and fashion correspondent for Puck, joins to discuss. What to expect from the 2026 Met Gala...
Deadly hantavirus outbreak reported on cruise ship, officials say
3+ hour, 2+ min ago (34+ words) Several deaths and sicknesses on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean are being blamed on the rare hantavirus infection. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports. Deadly hantavirus outbreak reported on cruise ship, officials say...
Kentucky Derby-winning trainer Cherie De Vaux hopes more women will succeed in horse racing after historic win
3+ hour, 52+ min ago (302+ words) May 4, 2026 / 12: 40 PM EDT / CBS News Cherie De Vaux reflected on her place in history over the weekend after becoming the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner with Golden Tempo's come-from-behind victory at the Run for the Roses. "I've…...
Is now a good time to take out a personal loan for debt consolidation?
3+ hour, 51+ min ago (329+ words) May 4, 2026 / 12: 41 PM EDT / CBS News Personal loans are one of the most widely used options, as average rates on them are generally meaningfully lower than what credit cards charge. That gap sounds compelling, but "compelling" and "right for you" aren't…...
Warm, Windy Week Ahead In Houston With Midweek Storm Risk
31+ min ago (116+ words) If you have outdoor events lined up for Wednesday evening, it is smart to have a wet-weather backup and be prepared for brief heavy downpours or lightning from isolated storms. Secure loose outdoor furniture before the breezier afternoons, keep water…...
Texas" 18th Congressional District Democratic runoff: Who is running and what to know
12+ hour, 32+ min ago (127+ words) In this rare clash of sitting incumbents, Houston Democratic Reps. Al Green and Christian Menefee are squaring off after the Legislature consolidated their two Houston districts, both long represented by Black Democrats, into one during last summer's redistricting." The two…...
Latest news on Iran war after Trump says U. S. is guiding ships in the Strait of Hormuz
6+ hour ago (48+ words) The U. S. says it guided two ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump seeks potential off-ramps for the conflict. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Holly Williams report. Latest news on Iran war after Trump says U. S. is guiding ships in the…...