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A man accused of severely beating a neighbor in late October made bail Friday. He posted a $100 bond.

Stitches surrounded Elliott Reed’s bloodshot left eye as he detailed his injuries from the morning he thought he would never be able to see again.

The smell was reported across Greater Houston, and led to shelter-in-place orders from both La Porte and Seabrook.

When KPRC 2 Investigates discussed the rising crime rates from the inner city to the suburbs, we received a range of responses from several law enforcement agencies. The data shows that no part of the region is immune to crime, but where a person lives can determine what type of crime they will face.

A Seabrook mother involved in a DWI crash in June wants the person responsible to be held accountable.

A Houston-area rescue group is devoted to helping dogs in need, especially golden retrievers.

A former Lakeview Police Department employee is accused of drunken driving, Seabrook police said Monday.

"Wish-cyclers" are donating millions of pounds of broken goods and trash to Goodwill.

Across the Houston area, residents cast their ballots for a number of races and propositions.

HOUSTON – The two Houston area men who were most recently arrested and charged for allegedly being involved in the deadly Capitol riot can be seen on video inside the Capitol, federal investigators say. “You never know what’s going on in the house next door to you or who is around you,” the neighbor said. “To see what they did, to breach the Capitol the way that they did. Federal investigators believe Larocca drove from Texas to Washington D.C. with Christian Cortez. Federal investigators are hoping to identify more people suspected to be involved in the insurrection.

FILE - In this Jan. 6, 2021 file photo insurrectionists loyal to President Donald Trump riot outside the Capitol in Washington. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)SEABROOK – Two men were arrested in Seabrook Friday morning in connection with the U.S. Capitol riot that took place on Jan. 6. A total of six Houston-area residents have been arrested in connection with the riot. A list of the wanted individuals can be found here. Anyone with information about the identity or location of the wanted individuals should call 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or submit a tip at tips.fbi.gov.

LA PORTE, Texas – A shelter-in-place order that was issued for parts of La Porte because of a fire in Seabrook has been lifted. Emergency officials said the fire was burning at the Odfjell Terminal Houston facility on Port Road and the shelter-in-place was issued as a precaution. The Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office said a pallet and hydraulic fluid were burning and that the fire was out. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said the county’s Pollution Control Department and the Fire Marshal’s Office were monitoring air quality in the area. In a statement, Odfjell officials said the air samples that have been collected meet acceptable air quality standards.

HOUSTON – Tropical Storm Beta is pummeling the Southeast Texas coastline with storm surge and heavy rain. (KPRC)KemahWater covers the entrance to the Kemah Boardwalk in Kemah, Texas, during Tropical Storm Beta on Sept. 21, 2020. (KPRC)Waves crash against a boat dock in Kemah, Texas, during Tropical Storm Beta on Sept. 21, 2020. (KPRC)Brazoria CountyVehicles navigate a flooded street in Brazoria County, Texas, during Tropical Storm Beta on Sept. 21, 2020. (KPRC)A Centerpoint Energy crew drives on a street in Brazoria County, Texas, during Tropical Storm Beta on Sept. 21, 2020.

HOUSTON – Tropical Storm Beta is moving closer to the Texas coastline and causing high waves and storm surge in coastal communities. Here is a look at some images being shared on social media of the effects of Beta. #HOUwx #GLSwx #Beta #txwx(webcam from @SaltwaterRecon) pic.twitter.com/x2cUUkssxj — NWS Houston (@NWSHouston) September 21, 2020Seawolf Park floodingFlooding in SeabrookStorm surge flooding near Seabrook, TX along Galveston Bay this morning. pic.twitter.com/1KJ3o21kDq — Ian Shelton (@IanShelton1997) September 21, 2020Storm Surge near San Luis PassStorm surge flooding near San Luis Pass this morning. Posted by City of Texas City on Monday, September 21, 2020Flooding in Sargent

You can follow our coverage of the storm in the blog below:Wednesday, Sept. 2311:42 a.m. -- Conditions clearing up for some of those who were waterloggedConditions are clearing up for some of those who were waterlogged. 5:12 a.m. -- Flash Flood Warning in effect for Houston areas, including PearlandA Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Houston areas, including Pearland. 12:27 p.m. — Flash Flood Warning in place until 2:15 a.m. for Colorado, Jackson and Wharton countiesWeather Alert: Flash Flood Warning for Colorado, Jackson, and Wharton County until 2:15am Tuesday. Tropical Storm #Beta has made landfall in Texas - the 9th named storm to make landfall in the continental US this year. Seabrook, Kemah and Shore Acres areasSeabrook is under a storm surge warning and a tropical storm warning.

SEABROOK, Texas – The Coast Guard rescued a 13-year-old girl but ended its search for two other people in the water near Seabrook Wednesday afternoon after two bodies were discovered that matched the description of the missing boaters, officials announced. The Coast Guard said a boat crew arrived on-scene and rescued a 13-year-old girl who told them two other people were still missing. According to the Coast Guard, the missing boaters were a man in his early 60′s and a woman in her early 30′s. Officials said at about 8:27 a.m. Wednesday, a search crew found a body that matched the description of the missing man in this 60s. At about 3 p.m., officials found another body that matched the description of the missing woman in her 30s.

HOUSTON – The Seabrook Police Department is asking whether you’ve seen Kamrin “Eva” Bushey, a 17-year-old girl from Seabrook. She’s been missing since June 15. She was last seen early in the morning at her residence in Seabrook. Bushey is 4 feet 11 inches tall, with auburn hair and green eyes, and weighs approximately 180 pounds. Anyone with information regarding her whereabouts should contact Seabrook Police Detective Ojeda by calling (281) 291-5613 or by calling Seabrook Dispatch at (281) 291-5610.

SEABROOK, Texas – A Seabrook bar defiantly reopened Sunday night after the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission suspended its permit for 30 days for not following health guidelines Saturday. In a post on Facebook, the bar wrote that they “will fight” the temporary license suspension. Jeff Schafer, general manager of BARge 295 told KPRC 2 the establishment has been operating in accordance with Governor Greg Abbott’s guidelines. Schafer said he does not believe the citation is legal and told KPRC 2 Barge 295 owners plan to appeal. According to TABC, a second citation could result in a 60-day liquor license suspension.

HOUSTON – U.S. Navy veteran Charles Cummings of Seabrook is scouring job websites every day hoping he’ll find a job. A staggering 20.5 million jobs disappeared in April alone, which brought the national unemployment rate to just under 15%, a level not seen since the Great Depression. Minorities have been hit the hardest:18.9% of Hispanics out of work16.7% of African-Americans out of workBut in Texas, there are jobs available. Within five minutes of searching, Charles Cummings found a job as a meat cutter at H-E-B that he’d be interested in on the state website. If you or someone you know is looking for a job, you can visit the Work In Texas website to search hundreds of thousands of jobs around the state.

Man dies following shooting on Houston's south sideA man died Monday after a shooting in the 3800 block of Seabrook, police said. A man died Monday after a shooting in the 3800 block of Seabrook, police said. Photo: Houston Police Department Photo: Houston Police Department Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Man dies following shooting on Houston's south side 1 / 1 Back to GalleryA man died Monday after a shooting on Houston's south side, according to police. Officers responded to the original call in the 3800 block of Seabrook, north of the Brookhaven neighborhood. The man was found critically wounded on the scene and later died at a hospital.

SEABROOK, Texas – Seabrook Animal Control is warning residents about feral hog sightings in the area. In a Facebook Monday, the Seabrook Animal Shelter let residents know that Seabrook Animal Control has received “several calls” regarding packs of feral hogs at Wildlife Park, which is located off Red Bluff Road. Seabrook Animal Control have received several calls regarding packs of feral hogs at Wildlife Park just off Red Bluff... Posted by Seabrook Animal Shelter - Texas on Monday, February 17, 2020Officials advised that typically the hogs won’t bother people if they are left alone. “Most feral hogs, in particular female mothers, will only charge someone when they feel provoked or threatened. Officials said feral hogs feed mainly at night and during the twilight hours, but may go out and search for food during the day in cold or wet weather.

On the Move: Houston area attracts new residents from CaliforniaTim Surratt Tim Surratt Image 1 of / 3 Caption Close On the Move: Houston area attracts new residents from California 1 / 3 Back to GalleryWhile a large number of people continue to move to Houston each year as part of a corporate relocation, there are also many who move here by choice. And although people continue to move to the Houston area from all over the world, its difficult to ignore the significant uptick over the past few years of new residents who hail from California. She and her family moved to the Houston area from Newbury Park, California, this past July. My husband was Googling, and he decided that we could get a house in the Houston area on the water for a lot less money than it cost us for our house in California, Harris said. They want to leave California because its so expensive, and so I tell them that they would be happy in Houston.

Many daddy-daughter dances are taking place around the Houston area, from churches to community centers. Check out the list below for a Daddy Daughter dance happening near you:Dad & Daughter Dance 2020When: Sat. Jan. 25 6 p.m.Where: Missouri City Community Center, 1522 Texas Parkway, Missouri CityCost: $20-30City of Bellaire’s Daddy Daughter DanceWhen: Sat. Feb. 8, 6 p.m.Where: Rhodes School for the Performing Arts – Humble, 600 Charles St., HumbleCost: $10-20Daddy Daughter Dance EventWhen: Sun. Pearland Rotary – Daddy Daughter DanceWhen: Sat.

SEABROOK, Texas – A man was charged and arrested after police say they caught him exposing himself to children at a Houston-area library, Seabrook police said. Richard Morgan, 73, of Houston, was arrested and charged with indecency with a child. Police said a witness at the Evelyn Meador Library told officials that, on Jan. 14, a man was exposing himself inside the library. After investigating the report, Seabrook Detective Larry Moore, with the help of library staff, was able to identify the suspect as Morgan. On Jan. 15, Moore identified and located Morgan inside the library and saw him exposing himself and was arrested, police said.

HOUSTON – A U.S. attorney announced that 65-year-old Ocal John Miller will serve 120 months in federal prison for possessing child pornography. Miller served as the chief of police in Martinsville, West Virginia, and was also a city councilman and mayor pro tem in Seabrook. In June 2016, Miller was identified by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The organization alerted the Houston Metro Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, which opened an investigation. Miller pleaded guilty on Oct. 3, 2019, after authorities found more than 1,300 images and 1,000 videos of child pornography.

If you haven’t heard already, Seabrook Waffle opened its second location in Pearland. Posted by Seabrook Waffle Company on Saturday, December 28, 2019More than 1,000 people have recommended the waffle place on Facebook. Most seemed to rave about the eggs benedict waffle, waffle breakfast and the chicken and waffles. The Seabrook Waffle Company was rated an impressive 4.8 out of 5 stars. Seabrook Waffle Company was founded in 2012 and has gained a lot of popularity in the Seabrook community.

iStock / sodafishHOUSTON - The former mayor pro tem of Seabrook pleaded guilty Thursday to receiving and possessing child pornography. Ocal John Miller, 68, served as the chief of police in Martinsville, West Virginia, and was also a city councilman and mayor pro tem in Seabrook. He also used Dropbox and Kik Messenger to store child porn. Miller pleaded guilty and is set for sentencing on Dec. 12. He faces a minimum of five years and up to 20 years in prison for receiving the porn, and a maximum of 10 years in prison for possessing the child porn.

Former Seabrook mayor pro tem pleads guilty to child pornography chargesBreaking news from Chron.com. Photo: Houston Chronicle Photo: Houston Chronicle Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Former Seabrook mayor pro tem pleads guilty to child pornography charges 1 / 1 Back to GalleryA 68-year-old former Seabrook mayor pro tem has pleaded guilty in federal court to receipt and possession of child pornography, according to U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Patrick's office. Ocal John Miller, a former Martinsville, W. Va., police chief and mayor pro tem for Seabrook, appeared before U.S. District Judge Alfred Bennett Thursday and pleaded guilty to child pornography charges stemming from an investigation that began in 2016. During the investigation, authorities discovered more than 1,300 images and 1,000 videos containing child pornography, prosecutors said. Miller faces up to 20 years in prison for receipt of child pornography and up to 10 years for possessing it.

Life Storage, 3400 Bayport Blvd., Seabrook, is undergoing a major renovation that began in June. When complete, the business will have a new and improved facade. Life Storage was one of several businesses affected by the Hwy. Right-of-way acquisitions required the business to demolish and rebuild farther back from the highway. Life Storage allows customers to store everything from vehicles to boxes of belongings in secure storage units.

Officials in August broke ground on the incoming Childrens Lighthouse Learning Center at 2551 Humble Road, Seabrook, near White Elementary School. The early-learning school, which opens this winter, will offer high-quality education and child care for those six weeks to 12 years old to help stimulate intellectual development in a welcoming environment. The 11,200-square-foot facility will include classrooms, play areas, a kitchen and more. www.childrenslighthouse.com

McDonalds opened in early July at 2800 Bayport Blvd., Seabrook, seven months after its previous location at 2164 Bayport Blvd. was demolished to make way for the Hwy. 146 widening project. The business has been in Seabrook for 40 years, and city officials and franchise owner Robert Flores said they are excited it was able to relocate within the city. www.mcdonalds.com

146 widening project through Seabrook and Kemah, one lane of the bridge will be closed for 36 hours from just after midnight Aug. 4 through noon Aug. 5, according to a city of Seabrook press release. From midnight to about noon Aug. 4, crews will pour a large new section of the bridge deck necessary to widen the bridge. The lane will remain closed another 24 hours to minimize vibrations that could cause the newly poured deck to crack, according to the release. The original closure was expected to begin July 31 but was pushed back to Aug. 4, the release reads. 146 bridge closed July 29, and the closure is expected to last a month.

EMBED >More News Videos Mario's Pizza, like many businesses in Kemah and Seabrook, were forced to make a decision to avoid the five-year construction project on SH-146. KEMAH, Texas (KTRK) -- A major closure begins this week between Kemah and Seabrook under SH-146.The northbound channel, directly under the SH-146 bridge, closed Monday, July 29, at 8 a.m. The inbound side of the waterway under the Clear Creek Channel Bridge will close for about one month.Construction crews are preparing the area for bridge foundation work. The closure will last until Thursday at noon. Traffic will be down to one lane northbound between Kemah and Seabrook, so expect delays on Wednesday and Thursday, especially during the morning rush.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Kemah and Seabrook drivers, get ready for more closures starting Monday off SH-146.Southbound drivers trying to access 10th Street Shipyard Drive or the Seabrook Marina will be forced to take the long way, going down Main Street to Todville Road.The closure runs daily from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Thursday in order to set up a work zone for the foundation for the new 146 bridge.TxDOT is widening the bridge between Seabrook and Kemah, and adding a parallel bridge with express lanes to help improve 146 as a hurricane evacuation route.The project is expected to take five years to complete.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Kemah and Seabrook drivers, get ready for more closures starting Monday off SH-146.Southbound drivers trying to access 10th Street Shipyard Drive or the Seabrook Marina will be forced to take the long way, going down Main Street to Todville Road.The closure runs daily from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Thursday in order to set up a work zone for the foundation for the new 146 bridge.TxDOT is widening the bridge between Seabrook and Kemah, and adding a parallel bridge with express lanes to help improve 146 as a hurricane evacuation route.The project is expected to take five years to complete.

After Enterovirus, boy learns to walk again What seemed like a simple cold turned into paralysis for 13-year-old Dan Dugan, who has been in rehab since early October. The Seabrook, New Hampshire teen is making slow but steady progress as he regains strength in his legs to walk. WBZ's Ken MacLeod reports.