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Violence isn’t the answer: Houston college students share thoughts, feelings on Charlie Kirk assassination
Read full article: Violence isn’t the answer: Houston college students share thoughts, feelings on Charlie Kirk assassinationThe assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a Utah university has sparked a wave of reflection among college students.
Houston Avenue Bridge repairs to cause major Katy Freeway closures this weekend
Read full article: Houston Avenue Bridge repairs to cause major Katy Freeway closures this weekendDrivers should prepare for major detours this weekend as crews perform emergency repairs on the Houston Avenue Bridge.
Nurse files $1M lawsuit against ex-manager after hidden cameras found at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands
Read full article: Nurse files $1M lawsuit against ex-manager after hidden cameras found at Memorial Hermann The WoodlandsA nurse at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center is suing her former boss for more than $1M after hidden cameras were discovered in hospital bathrooms, potentially recording hundreds of patients and staff, according to her attorney.
Emergency equipment failure: HFD’s aging fleet haunts the city again
Read full article: Emergency equipment failure: HFD’s aging fleet haunts the city againA years-long investigation by KPRC 2 has uncovered a persistent threat to public safety in Houston: critical emergency equipment failing when residents need it most.
More than 1,200 volunteers gather at Houston National Cemetery for 9/11 Day of Service
Read full article: More than 1,200 volunteers gather at Houston National Cemetery for 9/11 Day of ServiceMore than 1,200 volunteers came together Saturday at Houston National Cemetery for one of the city’s largest 9/11 Day of Service events.
Suspect arrested after dragging Montgomery County deputy with vehicle, officials say
Read full article: Suspect arrested after dragging Montgomery County deputy with vehicle, officials sayA man has been arrested after authorities say he dragged a Montgomery County Precinct 3 deputy with his vehicle while trying to flee during a criminal investigation Friday.
Galveston EMS faces scrutiny over 20+ minute delay after two officers nearly drowned in training at Schlitterbahn
Read full article: Galveston EMS faces scrutiny over 20+ minute delay after two officers nearly drowned in training at SchlitterbahnGalveston EMS reportedly delayed their departure from the scene by over 20 minutes due to internal procedures, leaving the officers' association demanding accountability.
Don’t be alarmed! 2.3 million residents in Houston receive wireless emergency alert Friday morning
Read full article: Don’t be alarmed! 2.3 million residents in Houston receive wireless emergency alert Friday morningDon’t be alarmed, but 2.3 million residents’ cell phones are expected to receive an emergency alert from the Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system in Houston on Friday, according to the City of Houston Office of Emergency Management.
274 drivers in Harris County area arrested for suspected DUI during Labor Day weekend
Read full article: 274 drivers in Harris County area arrested for suspected DUI during Labor Day weekendHarris County area law-agencies announced the arrests of 274 motorists for reportedly driving under the influence during the Labor Day weekend.
Silver Alert issued for missing 64-year-old man last seen getting on Houston Metro bus
Read full article: Silver Alert issued for missing 64-year-old man last seen getting on Houston Metro busTexas Center for the Missing has issued a Houston Regional Silver Alert on behalf of the Houston Police Department for 64-year-old Dennis Michael Ramsey.
Kerrville community gathers for emotional football season opener following summer’s tragic floods
Read full article: Kerrville community gathers for emotional football season opener following summer’s tragic floodsThe community in Kerrville, Texas, is coming together Friday night for an emotional high school football season opener between the Tivy Antlers and the Del Rio Rams.
Al Green condemns Trump over firing of federal governor Lisa Cook
Read full article: Al Green condemns Trump over firing of federal governor Lisa CookThis afternoon Rep. Al Green, D-Tex., sharply criticized President Donald Trump’s dismissal of Federal Reserve Governor Dr. Lisa Cook, calling the move “unjustified” and warning it threatens the central bank’s independence and U.S. economic stability.
‘Disgusted and Scared’: Sugar Land residents sound off about former CVS turned illegal dumping site, homeless encampment
Read full article: ‘Disgusted and Scared’: Sugar Land residents sound off about former CVS turned illegal dumping site, homeless encampmentA former CVS parking lot in Sugar Land has become an illegal dumping ground and homeless encampment, raising safety and health concerns among nearby residents.
Injuries reported on Houston-bound United Express flight that hit ‘severe turbulence,’ diverted to Austin
Read full article: Injuries reported on Houston-bound United Express flight that hit ‘severe turbulence,’ diverted to AustinA United Express flight diverted to Austin after hitting “severe turbulence” and encountering pressurization issues.
‘Brother cousins’: Twin sisters deliver baby boys on same day at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital
Read full article: ‘Brother cousins’: Twin sisters deliver baby boys on same day at Children’s Memorial Hermann HospitalLooks like their will be double the celebration for two twin sisters who gave birth to their baby boys on the same day at the Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital
‘Garbage of a human being’: Victim secretly recorded in hospital bathroom outraged, violated
Read full article: ‘Garbage of a human being’: Victim secretly recorded in hospital bathroom outraged, violatedOne of the victims secretly recorded in a Houston-area hospital restroom is sharing their story as investigators expand charges against the hospital’s former patient care director.
Former Memorial Hermann director facing new hidden camera charges; records show he was a Houston-area teacher
Read full article: Former Memorial Hermann director facing new hidden camera charges; records show he was a Houston-area teacherRobert Shrader, a former Memorial Hermann manager, faces multiple charges after investigators say he installed hidden cameras in hospital bathrooms.
Livingston man charged for impersonating FBI agent in nearly $100K scheme
Read full article: Livingston man charged for impersonating FBI agent in nearly $100K schemeA 35-year-old East Texas man appeared in federal court Monday on charges of attempting to commit bank fraud, aggravated identity theft and impersonating an officer or employee of the United States, U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei announced.
Burglar bars raise safety concerns after deadly Harris County house fire
Read full article: Burglar bars raise safety concerns after deadly Harris County house fireA deadly house fire in northwest Harris County has sparked a difficult question: Are burglar bars protecting homes or putting residents at greater risk?
Staff, patients captured in hundreds of hidden recordings by former Memorial Hermann The Woodlands employee: Court docs
Read full article: Staff, patients captured in hundreds of hidden recordings by former Memorial Hermann The Woodlands employee: Court docsMemorial Hermann The Woodlands terminated an employee for "unacceptable behavior" after allegations arose of the individual installing cameras in a unisex bathroom, and multiple complaints had been reportedly ignored by human resources.
‘No child should sleep in a floodplain’: Parents of Camp Mystic flood victims push for camp safety laws
Read full article: ‘No child should sleep in a floodplain’: Parents of Camp Mystic flood victims push for camp safety lawsHouston parents are mourning their children lost in a deadly Camp Mystic flood—and demanding lawmakers act before another tragedy strikes.
‘We sent her to camp, not a war zone’: Parents testify after Camp Mystic flood deaths
Read full article: ‘We sent her to camp, not a war zone’: Parents testify after Camp Mystic flood deathsParents of children who died in the devastating July 4 flood at Camp Mystic delivered emotional testimony before Texas lawmakers on Wednesday, urging quick approval of Senate Bill 1 to improve safety standards at camps across the state.
Tornado-hit Katy home remains untouched, caught between nature’s wrath and insurance delays
Read full article: Tornado-hit Katy home remains untouched, caught between nature’s wrath and insurance delaysMonths of frustration mount for a North Katy homeowner as her tornado-damaged house remains untouched while neighbors’ repairs are complete, highlighting ongoing challenges with insurance claims after natural disasters.
Parents camp for hours to pick up their kids at southwest Houston elementary school
Read full article: Parents camp for hours to pick up their kids at southwest Houston elementary schoolParents at Piney Point Elementary School in southwest Houston are spending up to two or three hours waiting to pick up their children.
Houston councilwoman, congressman tour Sunnyside apartment in ‘deplorable’ condition, demand change
Read full article: Houston councilwoman, congressman tour Sunnyside apartment in ‘deplorable’ condition, demand changeA day after residents exposed deplorable living conditions at a Houston apartment complex, federal and local elected officials saw the problem firsthand.
Houston man living with cognitive disability has his ‘lifeline’ of SNAP benefits stolen
Read full article: Houston man living with cognitive disability has his ‘lifeline’ of SNAP benefits stolenSome of the most vulnerable people in the Houston community are having money, that’s meant to help them feed their family, stolen the moment they get the funds.
‘She looked like she was dancing:’ Ingram man guided by scream to girl lost in Texas Hill Country flood
Read full article: ‘She looked like she was dancing:’ Ingram man guided by scream to girl lost in Texas Hill Country floodAn Ingram man searching flood-ravaged banks says a mysterious scream led him to a young girl’s body, bringing a grieving family closure.
‘Come with your wallets open:’ A month after Texas Hill Country flood, small communities feeling economic burden
Read full article: ‘Come with your wallets open:’ A month after Texas Hill Country flood, small communities feeling economic burdenOne month after the catastrophic Texas Hill Country Flood swept through Kerr County, the physical damage may be fading, but for local businesses, the financial pain is just beginning.
ONLY ON 2: Fly over the Guadalupe River one month after devastating Texas Hill Country flood
Read full article: ONLY ON 2: Fly over the Guadalupe River one month after devastating Texas Hill Country floodIt’s been one month since the devastating Texas Hill Country flood that turned the quiet and calm Guadalupe River into a fury that this area has never seen before.
Houston dive teams among the nationwide effort to find remaining missing in Texas Hill Country flood
Read full article: Houston dive teams among the nationwide effort to find remaining missing in Texas Hill Country floodElite Houston dive teams are in the Texas Hill Country using rare underwater sonar to search 127 miles of the Guadalupe River for the final two victims of the deadly July 4 flood.
Turning 15 in Texas? Here’s your step-by-step guide to driving, road safety
Read full article: Turning 15 in Texas? Here’s your step-by-step guide to driving, road safetyOnce you blow out those candles on your 15th birthday, you are finally able to legally start learning to drive! Exciting huh? However, as Spiderman says “with great power comes great responsibility”, and driving, as exciting as it is, involves a lot of responsibility, and it is important to understand the risks involved with driving, the basic safety rules, most importantly, how to enroll in driving school, here in Texas.
$500K bond set for man accused of killing contract worker outside Houston business
Read full article: $500K bond set for man accused of killing contract worker outside Houston businessA man accused in the shooting death of a contract worker early Wednesday morning outside of a Houston business has been taken into custody on Thursday, the Houston Police Department announced.
Southwest Airlines temporarily paused departures due to internet outage
Read full article: Southwest Airlines temporarily paused departures due to internet outageSouthwest Airlines experienced system issues due to an internet outage caused the airline to temporarily pause departing flights on Thursday, according to the airlines spokesperson.
Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of contract worker outside Houston business
Read full article: Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of contract worker outside Houston businessA man accused in the shooting death of a contract worker early Wednesday morning outside of a Houston business has been taken into custody on Thursday, the Houston Police Department announced.
Man finds brother shot to death outside Houston business, gunman at large
Read full article: Man finds brother shot to death outside Houston business, gunman at largeInvestigators said a driver pulled up to a business where a man was working outside. The two exchanged words when, at some point, the driver got out and shot the worker before fleeing the scene.
‘You wanna get killed?’ Woman bumps into car at red light, pulls a gun and threatens the man she hit
Read full article: ‘You wanna get killed?’ Woman bumps into car at red light, pulls a gun and threatens the man she hitA minor fender bender in the Galleria turned into a violent road rage situation in a matter of seconds.
North Shore community addressing gun violence after tragedy strikes team for third time
Read full article: North Shore community addressing gun violence after tragedy strikes team for third timeCommunity leaders and residents of North Shore are gathering Monday evening to address an alarming surge in youth gun violence that has claimed multiple lives and disrupted the local high school’s football program.
North Shore football star Chace Calicut denies role in Houston shooting, claims he was threatened
Read full article: North Shore football star Chace Calicut denies role in Houston shooting, claims he was threatenedStanding silently at a Houston press conference Thursday, North Shore High School football star Chace Calicut let others do the talking about his alleged involvement in a July 6 shooting that has put his promising athletic future at risk.
How the Texas power grid is staying strong during the Texas summer
Read full article: How the Texas power grid is staying strong during the Texas summerWith triple-digit temps scorching Texas this week, many Houstonians are anxiously watching the sky, not just for the sun, but for signs of trouble with the power grid.
North Shore HS senior killed in pool party shooting, linked to other shooting weeks prior
Read full article: North Shore HS senior killed in pool party shooting, linked to other shooting weeks priorA North Shore High School senior was killed and two others were injured in a drive-by shooting at a pool party early Monday morning, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
North Shore student killed, 2 others hurt in shooting at east Harris County pool party
Read full article: North Shore student killed, 2 others hurt in shooting at east Harris County pool partyInvestigators said there appeared to be several shooters who fired into a crowd of about 25 to 30 teenagers during a pool party at an apartment complex.
Together for Texas: See how the Salvation Army is putting your donations to work 💙
Read full article: Together for Texas: See how the Salvation Army is putting your donations to work 💙As the devastating floods swept through the Texas Hill Country, The Salvation Army sprang into action, deploying teams to the hardest-hit areas on July 4. And, as rescue efforts now shift into recovery mode, they are committed to staying as long as it takes to help families rebuild.
PHOTOS: Community honors those lost in devastating flood in vigil at Kerrville’s Antler Stadium
Read full article: PHOTOS: Community honors those lost in devastating flood in vigil at Kerrville’s Antler StadiumIt has been five days since devastating floods left massive destruction in the Texas Hill Country.
Harvey to Hill Country: Rockport residents return the favor of hot meals after they got help during Harvey
Read full article: Harvey to Hill Country: Rockport residents return the favor of hot meals after they got help during HarveyIn the Texas Hill Country towns hardest hit by catastrophic flash flooding, it’s not uncommon anymore to see signs for free food.
Hearts Hurt? Messages of faith, support and positivity pop up in devastated Texas Hill Country
Read full article: Hearts Hurt? Messages of faith, support and positivity pop up in devastated Texas Hill CountryIn the small river towns that dot the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, you can’t look far without seeing devastation.
Hill Country man who fought to protect the Guadalupe River swept away during floods
Read full article: Hill Country man who fought to protect the Guadalupe River swept away during floodsRon Duke spent his life fighting to protect the Guadalupe River, keeping it as a pristine paradise that so many Texans love to visit.
Surviving Hill Country Floods: Family of 33 survives on hotel roof, woman and dogs ride out storm in kayak
Read full article: Surviving Hill Country Floods: Family of 33 survives on hotel roof, woman and dogs ride out storm in kayakA family of 33 from Austin all survived on the roof of a hotel while just a few miles away, a woman and her two dogs rode out the storm - literally - in a kayak.
Firefighters from Mexico respond to Texas Hill Country flooding, marking an international response
Read full article: Firefighters from Mexico respond to Texas Hill Country flooding, marking an international responseThe search and rescue mission in the Texas Hill Country is now an international effort.
Search crews, volunteers comb Texas Hill Country for survivors of devastating flooding
Read full article: Search crews, volunteers comb Texas Hill Country for survivors of devastating floodingThe search for survivors continues in the Texas Hill Country after catastrophic flash flooding swept through Kerr County early Friday morning.
‘Absolute miracle:’ Woman survives being swept away in Texas Hill Country flash flooding, clings to tree 15 miles away
Read full article: ‘Absolute miracle:’ Woman survives being swept away in Texas Hill Country flash flooding, clings to tree 15 miles awayA woman who was swept away by the fast-rising flood waters of the Guadalupe River not only survived the raging water for more than 15 miles, she also held on to a tree for hours until she could be rescued.
🎆 ‘Yee-haw!’ Fireworks light up the Houston skyline for annual ‘Freedom Over Texas’ Fourth of July event
Read full article: 🎆 ‘Yee-haw!’ Fireworks light up the Houston skyline for annual ‘Freedom Over Texas’ Fourth of July eventThousands of patriotic Houstonians flooded downtown Houston on Friday night for the city’s signature Independence Day celebration, ‘Freedom Over Texas.’
Video shows man choking puppy by collar in Spring Branch, Houston Police now investigating
Read full article: Video shows man choking puppy by collar in Spring Branch, Houston Police now investigatingA video showing a man choking a puppy by dangling it by its collar on Monday in Spring Branch is now being investigated by the Houston Police Department.
‘Ghettoized’: Houston’s East End residents fear convention center expansion cuts them off from downtown
Read full article: ‘Ghettoized’: Houston’s East End residents fear convention center expansion cuts them off from downtownIf getting around Houston isn’t tough enough already, traffic could get a little bit worse.
Beyoncé stops Houston show after mid-air mishap during “Cowboy Carter” tour stop in her hometown
Read full article: Beyoncé stops Houston show after mid-air mishap during “Cowboy Carter” tour stop in her hometownA mid-air stunt went awry during Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” tour stop in her hometown of Houston when the flying car she was performing on began to tilt while suspended above the crowd.
‘Broke both his legs:’ Shoplifter leaps from 2nd floor of Galleria, lands on ice rink, police say
Read full article: ‘Broke both his legs:’ Shoplifter leaps from 2nd floor of Galleria, lands on ice rink, police sayA shoplifter reportedly trying to run from Houston Police officers jumped from the second floor of the Galleria Mall and landed on the ice skating rink below, where he was found unable to move.
Gov. Abbott smokes proposed THC ban, businesses continue to bud
Read full article: Gov. Abbott smokes proposed THC ban, businesses continue to budTHC will remain on the shelves in smoke shops across Texas after Governor Greg Abbott shot down a bill aimed at banning the element derived from marijuana.
‘Our rock bottom:’ SNAP benefits stolen & homeless, Houston mom and son’s luck finally turns
Read full article: ‘Our rock bottom:’ SNAP benefits stolen & homeless, Houston mom and son’s luck finally turnsAfter enduring more than a year of relentless hardships, a Houston mom and son are finally seeing a turn of fortune, having once faced the despair of being without a roof over their heads.
Golfers brave sweltering Houston heat to raise $50K for the Houston Humane Society
Read full article: Golfers brave sweltering Houston heat to raise $50K for the Houston Humane SocietyGolfers braved the scorching Houston heat on Tuesday to support the Houston Humane Society during its annual golf tournament.
Another Houston single mom has SNAP benefits stolen as nationwide benefits theft cases rise
Read full article: Another Houston single mom has SNAP benefits stolen as nationwide benefits theft cases riseA Houston mother abandoned her cart full of groceries at the checkout counter after discovering thieves had drained her family’s SNAP benefits.
Inside the final rehearsal: Houston ’s ISHIDA prepares a world premiere 🎭💃✨🕺🏽🎟️🌍🌟
Read full article: Inside the final rehearsal: Houston ’s ISHIDA prepares a world premiere 🎭💃✨🕺🏽🎟️🌍🌟Go behind the scenes as local Houston dance company ISHIDA prepares for the world premiere of “Inside My Walls”—on stage June 12–15 at Asia Society Texas Center.
Houston Ballet’s Season Finale: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at ‘Sparrow: A Triple Bill’ 🩰 🎭 👯 👗 🌟 🎶
Read full article: Houston Ballet’s Season Finale: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at ‘Sparrow: A Triple Bill’ 🩰 🎭 👯 👗 🌟 🎶As Houston Ballet prepares for its season finale, “Sparrow: A Triple Bill,” Houston Life takes you behind the scenes to uncover what it takes to bring this captivating program to life.
How a lab recreates hurricane storm surge to protect coastal communities
Read full article: How a lab recreates hurricane storm surge to protect coastal communitiesInside the University of Miami's SUSTAIN Laboratory, scientists are creating Category 5 hurricanes on demand in the world's largest hurricane simulator, leading to breakthrough discoveries about deadly storm surge that could revolutionize how coastal cities protect themselves against increasingly powerful storms.
‘Wall of Wind’ helps researchers understand hurricanes, build stronger communities
Read full article: ‘Wall of Wind’ helps researchers understand hurricanes, build stronger communitiesFlorida International University’s 'Wall of Wind' simulates hurricane winds up to 150 mph, helping researchers improve building resilience and safety standards to reduce disaster impacts on communities.
‘Purr-fect rescue:’ Deputy rescues kitten trapped in drainage pipe in Cypress neighborhood
Read full article: ‘Purr-fect rescue:’ Deputy rescues kitten trapped in drainage pipe in Cypress neighborhood"Not all heroes wear capes! This little kitten was rescued from a drainage pipe by a Harris County deputy.
Summer Fun and Deals Await at Moody Gardens 🐧🌞🏖️🐠🍉🍹
Read full article: Summer Fun and Deals Await at Moody Gardens 🐧🌞🏖️🐠🍉🍹As the summer sun begins to shine brightly, Moody Gardens invites families to embark on a journey of fun and relaxation with a host of new experiences and exciting deals. Nestled on Galveston Island, Moody Gardens offers the perfect blend of a quick day trip or a serene getaway close to home for Houstonians.
🌼 A special surprise at a school in Pearland plants the seeds for a healthy future. Here’s how you can help! 🌿🌼🥕🍅🌾
Read full article: 🌼 A special surprise at a school in Pearland plants the seeds for a healthy future. Here’s how you can help! 🌿🌼🥕🍅🌾Students at H.C. Carleston Elementary in Pearland received a surprise that promises to grow into a lasting educational legacy - their own school garden complete with raised beds and an array of fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
Research into 2024 Houston derecho reveals weaknesses across the Houston skyline
Read full article: Research into 2024 Houston derecho reveals weaknesses across the Houston skylineFor Houstonians, the derecho in May 2024 was start of a long summer of storms. But for researchers, it was the storm they’d been waiting for the chance to study.
Long wait for FEMA funding, insurance money burdened rebuilding from the 2024 Houston derecho
Read full article: Long wait for FEMA funding, insurance money burdened rebuilding from the 2024 Houston derechoAs we reach the one-year mark from the 2024 Houston derecho, many Houstonians have already turned the page from the storm that caught one of the nation’s largest cities off guard.
Houston family of five killed in fiery crash while driving to Dallas for Mother’s Day
Read full article: Houston family of five killed in fiery crash while driving to Dallas for Mother’s DayA family of five from Houston was killed during an accident while they were driving to the Dallas area for Mother’s Day.
18-year-old victim identified in shooting at a family party in southeast Houston
Read full article: 18-year-old victim identified in shooting at a family party in southeast HoustonAccording to Houston Police, officers were dispatched to the area of 6000 Cherry Hill after reports that multiple people had been shot.
‘Audrii’s Law’ unanimously passes Texas Senate, now heads to Governor Abbott’s desk for signature
Read full article: ‘Audrii’s Law’ unanimously passes Texas Senate, now heads to Governor Abbott’s desk for signatureTexas lawmakers have unanimously voted to send H.B. 2000 - better known as Audrii’s Law - to Governor Greg Abbott’s desk to be signed into law.
Houstonians have SNAP benefits stolen, used at Chicago store. Owner says he’s not the suspect
Read full article: Houstonians have SNAP benefits stolen, used at Chicago store. Owner says he’s not the suspectSNAP benefits meant to help feed Houston families are ending up in the hands of the wrong people and being spent a thousand miles away in the Chicago area.
Texas Health and Human Services adds 30K+ to data breach that spans nearly four years
Read full article: Texas Health and Human Services adds 30K+ to data breach that spans nearly four yearsTens of thousands of Texans are now being told their data was part of a privacy breach that dates back to 2021.
Air traffic controller staffing crisis causes cascading impacts. Does Houston have the same problem?
Read full article: Air traffic controller staffing crisis causes cascading impacts. Does Houston have the same problem?Travelers in Houston are feeling the ripple effects of significant delays at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), a major hub for United Airlines. With many Houstonians relying on flights to and from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) that connect through Newark, these disruptions could impact summer travel plans.
‘He told us not to let him go’: One killed, more than a dozen injured in mass shooting at Houston house party
Read full article: ‘He told us not to let him go’: One killed, more than a dozen injured in mass shooting at Houston house partyA prom weekend celebration turned into a tragedy when gunfire erupted at a southeast Houston house party, leaving one teen dead and 13 others injured.
One person killed, 15 injured in shooting at a family party in southeast Houston
Read full article: One person killed, 15 injured in shooting at a family party in southeast HoustonAccording to Houston Police, officers were dispatched to the area of 6000 Cherry Hill after reports that multiple people had been shot.