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Texas Legislators were talking Tuesday about the duties of the state's revamped forensic commission and the case of executed convicted killer Cameron Todd Willingham of Corsicana.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today reaches a milestone for the Energy Star program by passing the 1 millionth Energy Star qualified home mark.

Interior design and decorating becomes an empowering act when you use the scriptures from the bible to bless your home, children's room or any living space.

Homicide investigators are trying to determine what caused the death of a person whose body was found on the grounds of Bush Intercontinental Airport.

First a ban on cell phones in school zones, now West University will become the first Texas City to also ban texting while driving.

Crime Stoppers of Houston and South Houston Police Department investigators are asking for help from the public to find a man accused in the October 28 stabbing death of Carlos Duron.

Investigators are trying to determine why a young boy, who was later pronounced dead at Texas Children's Hospital, was not in a car seat when the vehicle he was in was involved in an accident in northwest Houston.

November 9, posted at: 11:00am Total Body Definition - DEFINE If you've picked up an USweekly in the last couple of years, you've heard of Physique 57 , the NYC studio that made Kelly Ripa's arms the phenomenon they are today.A I took the 57 minute challenge a few times, and despite my physical fitness, each one brought me closer to the verge of ...

One person has been killed in a motor vehicle wreck this evening in southeast Houston.

At least "from a technical perspective," as Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said in September, some economists believe the recession is very likely over.

The Astros' new coaching staff -- which is still without a bullpen coach -- met for the first time as a group Tuesday morning in the Phoenix area, along with several members of the front office who are in town to watch the club's prospects play in the Arizona Fall League Houston manager Brad Mills used the opportunity to familiarize himself with ...

A man was stabbed to death inside his southwest Houston apartment, police told KPRC Local 2 Monday.

A warrant has been issued in Brazoria County charging a woman with fradulent use of ID.

Beer is poured during the grand opening party for the St. Arnold Brewing Company's new facility.

Crime Stoppers, investigators with the Webster Police Department and the Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force are seeking the public's assistance in locating Anthony Terrell Jackson.

Arab-American and Muslim leaders on Friday condemned the mass shootings at Fort Hood and cautioned against casting suspicion on the thousands of Arabs and Muslims serving in the military.

Turnout is expected to be low as Houstonians head to the polls Tuesday to pick a new mayor.

Children's Memorial Hermann presents LEGO MANIA!

WHO: Kids of all ages!

WHAT: FREE EVENT! Children's Memorial Hermann and Women's Memorial Hermann are expanding! Children and adults are invited to a day of fun children’s activities and attractions to celebrate!

Professional Lego artists will display their unique Lego creations - from incredible ships to cool trains! They will even build a one-of-a-kind Lego replica of the new Memorial Hermann Tower that stands more than four feet tall!

Kids will have an opportunity to build their own fun creations in the Lego build area! We'll even take a picture with you and your cool creation and display it on Flickr.com, where friends and family can vote for the best project.

Parents will get a chance to visit with medical experts from Children’s Memorial Hermann Memorial City at our “Ask the Pediatrician” and our “Ask the Ob/Gyn” tables.

There will also be an area for kids to color cardboard versions of the Memorial Hermann Tower. Free stuffed animal versions of the Children’s Memorial Hermann mascot, Topper will also be given out while supplies last. There will also be a Teddy Bear ER for your Topper dolls to visit.

WHEN: Saturday, November 14th , 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

WHERE: Memorial City Mall, near the skating rink

Electrophysiology is used to diagnose, treat and often cure heart rhythm abnormality, known as arrhythmia. It has also been shown to dramatically improve the quality of life for patients with heart failure. This innovative program is just one aspect of the cardiovascular care available at Memorial Hermann. Arrhythmia may indicate a serious problem and lead to heart disease, stroke or sudden cardiac death. An arrhythmia can be silent and may not cause any symptoms. Register today for a potentially life-saving screening to look for atrial fibrillation, the most common type of arrhythmia, at Memorial Hermann Hear t & Vascular Institute-Texas Medical Center. The cost for this test, combined with three other screenings for dif ferent hear t and vascular conditions, is $139. The complete package will screen for: Atrial fibrillation • (arrhythmia) • Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) • Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) • Carotid artery disease Screenings are available December 8th To schedule your appointment, call 1.800.690.0289. For a referral to an electrophysiologist affiliated with Memorial Hermann Heart & Vascular Institute-Texas Medical Center, call 713.7CARDIO (722.7346). Screenings performed by Life Line Screening.

Children's Memorial Hermann presents LEGO MANIA!

WHO: Kids of all ages!

WHAT: FREE EVENT! Children's Memorial Hermann and Women's Memorial Hermann are expanding! Children and adults are invited to a day of fun children’s activities and attractions to celebrate!

Professional Lego artists will display their unique Lego creations - from incredible ships to cool trains! They will even build a one-of-a-kind Lego replica of the new Memorial Hermann Tower that stands more than four feet tall!

Kids will have an opportunity to build their own fun creations in the Lego build area! We'll even take a picture with you and your cool creation and display it on Flickr.com, where friends and family can vote for the best project.

Parents will get a chance to visit with medical experts from Children’s Memorial Hermann Memorial City at our “Ask the Pediatrician” and our “Ask the Ob/Gyn” tables.

There will also be an area for kids to color cardboard versions of the Memorial Hermann Tower. Free stuffed animal versions of the Children’s Memorial Hermann mascot, Topper will also be given out while supplies last. There will also be a Teddy Bear ER for your Topper dolls to visit.

WHEN: Saturday, November 14th , 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

WHERE: Memorial City Mall, near the skating rink