Former West University Place home developer Brett Detamore, who pleaded guilty to federal charges of wire fraud after faking his disappearance nearly two years ago, has been sentenced for his crimes.

A special hearing is scheduled to be held on Friday for the accused killer of 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham.

The 39-year-old admitted to obtaining at least $1.5 million for personal use by misusing the funds intended initially for constructing private residences.

Brett Detamore, the former West University home developer who allegedly faked his disappearance in June 2023, appeared in federal court Monday afternoon.

Case Darwin, a lawyer from San Marcos, TX, will now be her lead counsel. He told KPRC 2′s Bryce Newberry by phone Monday he doesn’t expect the case to go to trial until later this year or early next.

Nine Houston area state representatives have written a letter to the Speaker of the Texas House requesting a public hearing on allegations that Houston ISD violated state law by having unaccredited teachers in the classroom.

While not easy, talking about hearing loss can be a beneficial conversation for everyone.

As children head back to school, a local audiologist is warning about auditory processing disorder (APD). The condition is when the brain has a problem processing sounds, which can affect how someone understands speech.

The House panel is holding a public hearing on Tuesday on UFOs.

No matter how old you are, there are steps you can take to save and enhance your ability to hear.

The CROWN Act legislation -- House Bill 392 – is scheduled for a public hearing in Austin at 8 a.m. Thursday.