HOUSTON, Texas – Here’s a look at your top stories to help start your day.
13-Year-Old Girl Stabbed to Death, 10-Year-Old Boy Detained
In northwest Houston, a 13-year-old girl was fatally stabbed Wednesday night during a large fight outside an apartment complex in the 8000 block of Grow Lane. Houston police responded shortly after 8 p.m., found the girl with a stab wound and rushed her to a hospital where she later died. A 10-year-old boy was detained at the scene, though officials have not confirmed who stabbed the girl as the investigation continues.
Sinkhole Causes Major Closure on East Freeway During Houston Rush Hour
A sinkhole that opened up on the East Freeway (I-10) near John Ralston and Federal Roads forced the closure of eastbound lanes during the evening rush hour, snarling traffic and prompting officials to reroute motorists. Crews worked to repair the roadway, and authorities advised drivers to find alternate routes as repairs continued.
Still No Suspect in the Disappearance of ‘Today’ Host Savannah Guthrie’s Mother
Authorities are still searching for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, who disappeared from her Tucson, Arizona, home last weekend. Investigators believe she was taken against her will after signs of forced entry were found, and no suspect has yet been identified, though the FBI has joined local efforts to find her.
Trump’s Border Czar Announces 700 Immigration Officers to Leave Minnesota
The Trump administration’s border czar, Tom Homan, announced that about 700 federal immigration enforcement officers will immediately begin withdrawing from Minnesota, reducing the force deployed as part of a broader immigration enforcement operation. The decision follows coordination with state and local officials and comes amid ongoing tensions and debate over federal immigration actions in the region.
Update on Galveston County Kidnapping Case
Galveston County prosecutors are expected to provide an update today in the case of a 12-year-old girl who was kidnapped while walking her dog. Authorities report that 27-year-old Graham Michael Dunn has been charged with aggravated sexual assault of a child after police found the girl with him in a hotel room on Seawall Boulevard. Court documents indicate evidence from a rape kit helped lead to the new charge, and Dunn remains in jail with a return court date set for February 10.