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Pockets of dense fog possible Thursday morning, drier weather for the rest of May

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Pockets of dense fog possible Thursday morning, drier weather for the rest of May

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Out with the rain, in with the fog! With the sky clearing out overnight but the humidity staying high, dense fog has formed across large part of Southeast Texas mainly west of I-45. You might want to pad in some extra time for your morning drive, especially if it involves any driving across more rural locations.

Thursday temperatures will start in the mid-upper 60s and climb into the upper 80s. The afternoon will be significantly drier after the morning fog and clouds lift. We’ll still keep about a 20% chance for a passing shower or two Thursday.

Do we have any more rainy weather systems on the way this week?

Nope! While isolated showers and storms are possible in the afternoons, we can generally expect a warmer and drier weather pattern through the weekend.

Does this mean it’s about to get really hot?

Not exactly, but it will be noticeably warmer with the lack of rain clouds. Temperatures will trend up toward 90 the next few afternoons.

Hurricane season starts next week. Is there anything brewing out there?

No activity is expected over the next 7 days across the Atlantic basic, but we will be watching a lot of moisture pile up near a stalled out front over the Gulf during the first week of June. There are some signs low pressure could spin up in that mess of moisture, but it’s too soon to know where the tropical moisture will end up. For now we have our rain chances low next week at just 30%.

SEE YOUR FULL WEATHER FORECAST

SEE ALSO: ABC13 Weather Watch: Widespread storms could bring street flooding, severe weather Friday

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

Lawsuit Accuses Ohio Jail Staff of Assaulting Ecuadoran ICE Detainee

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Lawsuit Accuses Ohio Jail Staff of Assaulting Ecuadoran ICE Detainee

Butler County Jail Faces New Abuse Allegations

A federal lawsuit filed in Cincinnati accuses staff at the Butler County Sheriff’s Office of assaulting Ecuadoran immigrant detainee Luis Tenelanda while he was being held for federal immigration authorities.

The lawsuit alleges Sgt. Corneal Rowe used racial slurs before punching Tenelanda during a June 2025 incident at the Butler County Jail in Hamilton, Ohio. According to the complaint, Tenelanda lost consciousness, later vomited blood, and was eventually taken to a hospital for treatment.

Claims of Abuse and Poor Oversight

The lawsuit accuses jail officials of failing to properly supervise and train staff, while immigrant-rights advocates described the alleged incident as part of a broader pattern of mistreatment inside the jail.

Lynn Tramonte said the officer involved reportedly received only an oral reprimand for failing to file an incident report.

The sheriff’s office declined to comment on the pending litigation but said it remains committed to operating the jail professionally and safely.

Previous Allegations at Jail

Advocates noted the Butler County Jail has previously faced lawsuits from immigration detainees alleging excessive force and abuse. The facility has housed detainees for federal immigration authorities during both Trump administrations.

Tenelanda, who lived in the United States for decades and worked construction jobs in Ohio, was later deported to Ecuador. According to advocates, he continues to suffer from injuries that limit his ability to work.

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Trump Administration Considers Halting International Processing at ‘Sanctuary City’ Airports

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Trump Administration Considers Halting International Processing at ‘Sanctuary City’ Airports

DHS Weighing Restrictions on International Flights and Cargo

Markwayne Mullin said the Trump administration is drafting plans that could suspend customs and immigration processing at airports located in so-called sanctuary cities that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

Speaking on Fox News, Mullin said discussions with the White House are ongoing, though no final decision has been made.

“We shouldn’t be processing international flights into their cities,” Mullin said, accusing local Democratic leaders of blocking federal immigration efforts.

Major Airports Could Be Affected

Cities listed by the U.S. Department of Justice as sanctuary jurisdictions include major travel hubs such as New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Seattle, and San Francisco.

Travel industry groups warned the proposal could severely disrupt international tourism, cargo shipments, and airline operations ahead of next month’s FIFA World Cup events in North America.

The U.S. Travel Association said administration officials confirmed the idea is under active consideration, while airline groups warned staffing reductions at customs checkpoints could create major delays and economic fallout.

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Trump Says Iran Nuclear Deal Talks Ongoing but ‘Not Satisfied’

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Trump Says Iran Nuclear Deal Talks Ongoing but ‘Not Satisfied’

President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Iran is eager to reach a nuclear agreement with the United States, but warned negotiations have not yet produced a satisfactory deal.

Speaking during a Cabinet meeting, Trump said, “Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon,” adding that talks are continuing but the U.S. may “finish the job” if no agreement is reached.

White House Pushes Back on Iranian Reports

The White House said negotiations with Iran are “proceeding nicely,” while stressing that any final deal must prevent Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

White House spokesperson Olivia Wales said Trump’s “redlines” remain clear during ongoing discussions.

Meanwhile, Iranian state television released alleged details of a possible memorandum of understanding between the two countries, claiming it could include reduced U.S. military presence near Iran and the lifting of naval restrictions.

However, the White House Rapid Response team dismissed the report as “a complete fabrication,” urging the public not to trust Iranian state media claims.

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Minneapolis Police Chief Resigns Amid Investigation Interference Allegations

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Minneapolis Police Chief Resigns Amid Investigation Interference Allegations

Minneapolis Mayor Announces Departure of Police Chief Brian O’Hara

Brian O’Hara has resigned as chief of the Minneapolis Police Department after an internal investigation found he interfered with a probe into his conduct, according to Jacob Frey.

Frey said O’Hara chose to step down rather than face disciplinary action that could have included termination.

Investigation Findings

The investigation centered on allegations that O’Hara had inappropriate relationships with city employees. While those claims were not substantiated, investigators concluded he interfered with the inquiry.

According to reports, O’Hara allegedly deleted a contact card from his city-issued phone and informed another employee about the confidential investigation despite being told not to discuss it.

“Trust is not secondary to the job. It is the job,” Frey said while announcing the resignation.

Leadership During Reform Era

O’Hara became police chief in 2022 following the national outcry over the 2020 killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis. His hiring came as the city faced pressure to reform policing practices and rebuild public trust.

During his tenure, O’Hara also oversaw law enforcement responses to immigration-related protests and major public safety incidents, including the Annunciation Catholic School shooting last year.

The mayor’s office confirmed there are still 17 open complaints involving O’Hara that remain under investigation.

Interim Police Leadership

Katie Blackwell will serve as interim chief while city officials search for a permanent replacement.

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ABC13 Weather Watch: Scattered showers and storms continue Wednesday

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ABC13 Weather Watch: Scattered showers and storms continue Wednesday

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — We’ve got an ABC13 Weather Watch for Wednesday morning as a line of strong thunderstorms could bring street flooding and gusty winds ahead of the morning commute.

After an intense line of storms tracked though Southeast Texas early this morning, we’re left with widespread light to moderate rain for the morning commute. Once the leading edge clears your neighborhood, a steady rain with occasional rumbles of thunder will continue for several hours. There’s also the chance another wave of storms move into the region just before lunchtime, where gusty winds and heavy rains could be potential impacts. The we should be mostly rain-free sky in the afternoon. Temperature wise, temperatures will start in the mid-upper 60s and climb into the low 80s today one the rain moves out.

It’s been so stormy lately! Any drier weather on the way?

In fact, yes! While a few storms are possible Thursday, generally a warmer and drier weather pattern is settling in for this weekend. Friday we could see high temperatures climb into the 90s and stay there through the weekend.

Any more 90-degree days on the way?

Yes. After our rain-cooled Wednesday, temperatures will trend up toward 90 quickly The last weekend of May is looking hotter with highs at or near 90 degrees. And even if the thermometer doesn’t hit 90 Saturday or Sunday, it’ll certainly feel like it with heat index values in the low-mid 90s each day.

Hurricane season starts in less than a week. Is there anything brewing out there?

Nope! No activity is expected in the next 7 days across the Atlantic, but we will be watching a lot of moisture pile up near a stalled out front during the first week of June.

SEE YOUR FULL WEATHER FORECAST

SEE ALSO: ABC13 Weather Watch: Widespread storms could bring street flooding, severe weather Friday

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

AP Investigation Finds Rising Suicide Deaths in ICE Detention Centers

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AP Investigation Finds Rising Suicide Deaths in ICE Detention Centers

An investigation by the Associated Press found a sharp rise in suicides among detainees held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, raising concerns over mental health care and oversight inside immigration detention facilities.

According to the report, at least 10 ICE detainees died by suicide since President Donald Trump returned to office in January 2025. Experts say the pace is unprecedented in ICE’s two-decade history.

Concerns Over Mental Health Care

Public health experts and detention specialists told AP the increase points to serious failures in screening, monitoring and treatment inside detention centers.

Dr. Sanjay Basu called the rise “alarming,” while former New York City jail medical official Homer Venters said detainees were not being properly assessed during intake.

The AP investigation found detainees often faced delayed mental health treatment, isolation, language barriers and limited communication with family members.

Cases Highlight System Failures

One case involved 26-year-old Colombian detainee Brayan Rayo Garzon, who died by suicide in a Missouri jail after repeatedly asking guards to let him call his mother while isolated with COVID-19 symptoms.

Records reviewed by AP showed his mental health appointments were canceled multiple times before his death.

Other deaths occurred at facilities operated by private contractors including CoreCivic and GEO Group, as well as county jails partnering with ICE.

ICE Defends Detention Standards

The Department of Homeland Security said suicide deaths in ICE custody remain “extremely rare” and stated staff follow prevention protocols and provide mental health services.

The detainee population has increased to roughly 60,000 during Trump’s second term as immigration enforcement efforts expanded.

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Live updates: Multiple key races called for primary election runoffs, AP projects

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Live updates: Multiple key races called for primary election runoffs, AP projects

It’s Your Voice, Your Vote.

After the Texas primary election in March saw the highest voter turnout in state history, Texans went back to the polls today for multiple runoff elections.

The Associated Press has projected multiple key races this Election Day, including Ken Paxton for the GOP Senate primary runoff and Rep. Menefee for the Congressional District 18 primary runoff.

ABC13 is following these key races throughout the state, with reporters all across Texas covering the victories and losses this Election Day.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston. Keep up with live updates here.

Appeals Court Temporarily Blocks Mahmoud Khalil’s Detention

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Appeals Court Temporarily Blocks Mahmoud Khalil’s Detention

aA federal appeals court has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from detaining Mahmoud Khalil while he seeks review from the U.S. Supreme Court in his immigration case.

The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals issued the order Tuesday, pausing an earlier decision that denied Khalil a rehearing in his detention case.

Supreme Court Appeal Ahead

Khalil, a legal permanent resident married to a U.S. citizen, was released from ICE custody in June 2025 after being arrested by federal agents in New York earlier that year.

The Trump administration argued Khalil could be detained based on a determination by Secretary of State Marco Rubio that his activism and speech could harm U.S. foreign policy interests.

Khalil became widely known as a negotiator during pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University.

ACLU Responds to Ruling

Following the appeals court decision, the American Civil Liberties Union praised the ruling, saying detention would unfairly separate Khalil from his family and discourage political speech.

Attorney Brett Max Kaufman said the legal team plans to ask the Supreme Court to rule that the government cannot use detention or deportation threats to silence dissent.

Khalil has also filed a separate administrative complaint seeking $20 million in damages or a formal apology from the Trump administration over his arrest and detention.

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Ken Paxton wins GOP runoff for US Senate, ousting John Cornyn, AP projects

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Ken Paxton wins GOP runoff for US Senate, ousting John Cornyn, AP projects

PLANO, Texas (KTRK) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate, defeating four-term Sen. John Cornyn, the Associated Press projects.

Paxton was endorsed by President Donald Trump last week. His victory in Tuesday’s runoff makes Cornyn the first Republican senator from Texas to lose the party’s nomination for reelection.

“We went up against $150 million and all the attacks in the world, and we proved that Texas is not for sale,” Paxton said to supporters after his projected win on Tuesday evening.

“We just sent a Texas-sized message to Washington,” he continued. “Change was on the ballot, and change won.”

Trump endorsed Paxton as part of his effort to dislodge GOP officeholders he views as less than devout in their support of him. Cornyn said in 2023, as Trump was running to return to the White House, that his time “has passed him by.”

Cornyn led Paxton in the March 3 primary but did not receive a majority of the vote, forcing Tuesday’s runoff.

“We’ve come up short in this primary runoff,” Cornyn said to his supporters after his projected defeat.

Cornyn’s campaign and allied groups spent roughly $109 million on advertising for the primary and runoff. He had the backing of Senate GOP leaders who said he would be the stronger general election candidate.

“Over the next 7 months, I intend to continue my work to make this nation a better place for all Texans and all Americans,” Cornyn said. “I believe, and my family believes, that public service is an honorable calling. While much about politics is ugly, we choose to serve through the good, bad, and the ugly.”

Paxton will run against state Rep. James Talarico in November.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

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