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Dad faces multiple charges after allegedly taking 4-year-old on high-speed chase through car wash
A Harris County man is facing multiple charges after prosecutors say he took his 4-year-old on a wild but short-lived pursuit.Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff's Office were trying to pull over 23-year-old Carrington McKnight on Monday because he had an open warrant for aggravated assault.Investigators said he drove away at a high rate of speed and tried driving through Rich's Car Wash on Barker Cypress.When his car got stuck on the tracks, they say he was forced to abandon it and began running away with his 4-year-old son in his arms.Prosecutors said deputies had previously seen the child unrestrained...
HPD respond to shooting scene on Westpark where woman was found dead
A woman is dead following a shooting in the Westchase area, according to the Houston Police Department.On Tuesday, HPD shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, about a shooting scene in the 10000 block of Westpark, where a woman had been found dead.Details regarding the shooting or if anyone had been arrested were not immediately released.ABC13 has a crew headed to the scene. For more updates, tune into Eyewitness News wherever you watch it.
Houston man accused of illegally hunting near Armand Bayou Nature Center
A southeast Houston man has been arrested and accused of illegally hunting in the area of a popular nature preserve.And it turns out he has been convicted of the same crime multiple times before.The Armand Bayou Nature Center is one of the largest urban wilderness preserves in the United States.People of all ages go to enjoy nature and learn about conservation, where nearly 400 species live, several of them endangered."Our job here is to try and protect that wildlife, so it's very disconcerting to us when we hear of incidences here or in other places where folks are engaged in...
Man recalls being hit by Galveston PD officer at pool party: 'Everything he did was wrong'
The Galveston County district attorney's office said it's too early in the investigation to know if charges will be brought against suspended Officer Jared Rivas, who works for the Galveston Police Department, for his alleged role in a pool party brawl last week.The police department issued two disorderly conduct citations on the day of the fight, one to an adult and another to a minor.Eyewitness News is now hearing from one of the people caught on video who appears to get hit by Rivas. That man is 23-year-old Taylor Alexander. He said charges should be pressed and sees only one...
ONLY ON 13: Shotgun pellets still lodged in woman's head following incident outside club
A woman still has pellets from a shotgun shell lodged in her forehead after an incident outside an after-hours club in north Houston over the weekend.Paige Bartlett, 20, said she was standing outside La Mona on West Parker near the North Freeway Sunday at about 3:30 a.m. in a line to get inside.Bartlett said several security guards were standing outside, and one had a shotgun."It doesn't make sense to me. A security guard is carrying a shotgun," Bartlett said.She said she overheard someone nearby ask him if it was real."'It's just pellets,' and went, 'Boom,'" Bartlett recalled him saying. "He...
Sunnyside residents upset over unruly grass at HISD campuses
Sunnyside resident Travis McGee told ABC13 he's living in a jungle in his neighborhood.That jungle is the grass at Worthing High School on Reed Road.Tuesday morning, he and another resident met with ABC13 to voice their frustration with the unruly landscaping."Get the grass cut," Tyrone North said.North and McGee are both alumni of Worthing.The grass on campus went well past their knees as they walked around, lamenting its current state."It's ridiculous," North said.Worthing High School isn't the only Houston Independent School District campus in the area with tall grass.Eyewitness News also found it at Woodson Leadership Academy and Young Elementary.Additionally,...
Beat The Heat
Beat The Heat It is no secret that Summer in Houston can be a scorcher! ABC13 and Air Tech of Houston Air Conditioning and Plumbing have teamed up to bring you tips and information for keeping your family and home comfortable through this high temperature season! Stay cool all Summer long and beat the Houston heat!ABC13 Beat The HeatDangers of Extreme Heat Heat Cramps- Heat cramps may be the first sign of heat-related illness, and may lead to heat exhaustion or stroke.- Symptoms: Painful muscle cramps and spasms usually in legs and abdomen and Heavy sweating.- First Aid: Apply firm...
Galveston PD looking for information on hit-and-run crash that killed pedestrian
Authorities in Galveston are looking to get more information on a hit-and-run crash that killed a pedestrian last week.The Galveston Police Department said the incident happened just before 2 a.m. on June 26 at the intersection of 36th Street and Avenue J.Officers found an injured pedestrian at the scene, but the vehicle involved had taken off.The pedestrian was taken to the hospital and pronounced dead.Police said an investigation is underway to identify the driver.Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact detectives at 409-765-3628. Anonymous tips can also be reported to Galveston Crime Stoppers at 409-763-8477.Submit a tip or story idea to ABC13Have a breaking news tip or an idea for a story you think we should cover? Send it to ABC13 using the form below. If you have a video or photo to send, terms of use apply. If you don't, just hit 'skip upload' and send the details.
Hit-and-run suspect arrested after man's body found in Needville ditch, sheriff's office says
A man has been arrested after a 61-year-old's body was found by construction workers in a ditch in Needville in June, according to the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office.On Tuesday, 33-year-old Emilio Cruz Jr. was arrested and charged with failure to stop and render aid in connection to Enrique Godinezi's death.Investigators said Godinez's family filed a missing persons report with the Rosenberg Police Department on May 28 after he had been missing since May 19.Officials responded to the incident on June 11 at about 1:13 p.m. in the 6900 block of FM 361 near Pine Meadow Lane in Needville.RELATED: Body...
Infant mortality rate rose 8% in wake of Texas abortion ban, study shows
In the wake of Texas' abortion ban, the state's infant death rate increased, and more died of birth defects, a study published Monday shows.The video above is from a previous report.The analysis of Johns Hopkins University is the latest research to find higher infant mortality rates in states with abortion restrictions.The researchers looked at how many infants died before their first birthday after Texas adopted an abortion ban in September 2021. They compared infant deaths in Texas to those in 28 states - some also with restrictions. The researchers calculated that there were 216 more deaths in Texas than expected...
Harris Co. judge makes first court appearance after 2 run-ins with police, DWI arrest
In an update to the story first reported by ABC13, Harris County District Court Judge Kelli Johnson found herself on the other side of the bench on Tuesday morning after being arrested on a DWI charge last week.Johnson appeared before a judge and her attorney as she was expected to sign her bond conditions.ABC13 was inside the courtroom, where the judge's demeanor was described as "empathetic" to the charges that she was facing.The district attorney's office recused itself in court, and because of that, a special prosecutor will be appointed to continue handling the case.The judge and her attorney spoke...
13 Alert Traffic: Lanes reopened after crash on Grand Parkway and Mueschke Road caused delays
A three-vehicle crash along the Grand Parkway has been cleared after causing heavy traffic backups for drivers Tuesday morning.Harris County Precinct 4 deputies investigated the crash near Mueschke Road and said Life Flight had responded to the scene for major injuries.SkyEye flew over the active scene, where the southbound lanes of the Grand Parkway south of Mueschke were shut down. All lanes have since been reopened.It's unclear how the incident unfolded or the extent of the injuries of those involved.ABC13 has real-time traffic data to help you navigate Houston's roads and avoid traffic delays.Sign up for traffic alerts that are sent straight to your phone through our ABC13 app. Manage your notifications from the settings tab.Live traffic map
HPD identifies 75-year-old woman accused of shooting neighbor to death during altercation
Authorities have identified and filed charges against a woman accused of fatally shooting her neighbor during an altercation last week.The Houston Police Department said Barbara Jean Blue, 75, is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection with the June 27 shooting of Daryl Evans.UPDATE: Booking photo of Barbara Jean Blue, 75, in custody and now charged with aggravated assault in last Thursday's (June 27) fatal shooting of her neighbor.More info: https://t.co/aw6KtiVJhY#hounews https://t.co/ENpFdf5VOJ pic.twitter.com/6ru9pzq65P— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) July 2, 2024 Police said at about 7:30 p.m., they responded to a shooting outside a home in the 15700 block of...
Everything you need to know before Shell Freedom Over Texas on July 4th
Shell Freedom Over Texas, Houston's annual Fourth of July celebration, is just around the corner! Here's everything you need to know.DetailsThursday, July 4, 2024Eleanor Tinsley ParkThe festivities begin at 4 p.m., the concert begins at 7 p.m., and the celebration will end with a fireworks show around 9:35 p.m.TicketsGuests can purchase tickets for $10 dollars online or at the gate. Children under 5 years old get in for free.ParkingEvent parking is available for a fee at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts parking garage located at 800 Bagby Street. Guests should enter the parking garage on Rusk Street between...
3 dogs dead in pet sitter's care, several others hospitalized from suspected heat stroke, HPD says
At least three dogs died over the weekend in the care of a professional pet sitter booked on the popular Rover.com website and app, and now, Houston police are investigating.Animal cruelty investigators were at the sitter's home on Clovis Road in the Timbergrove neighborhood on Monday afternoon. It was at least the second time authorities visited since as many as seven dogs were rushed to the animal emergency room early Saturday morning, according to HPD.ABC13 met with several of the dog owners on Monday night.Jessica Hayward and Taylor Friesenhahn dropped off their beloved "Goose" on Thursday and never saw him...
Houston high school teams look to prep for upcoming season with 7-on-7 games
It will be soon that Texas high school football returns under the Friday night lights.Until then, we get our football fix with 7-on-7. It's a chance for teams to work on their timing and chemistry, and everyone else can see what teams and players to look out for this season."Since I'm the new quarterback, I can get the feel of the real games because I wasn't the starter last year," Cy-Falls' Pharoah Kennedy said.The format is pivotal to the competition. It pits running backs and receivers against linebackers and defensive backs.ABC13 ventured and went to check out the talent on...
Houston's World Cup 2026 president discusses event preparations ahead of Copa showdown between
Monday night is big for American soccer fans. A large, national audience will gather to root for the underdog U.S. side against Uruguay in the Copa America.Chris Canetti will be watching as the president of Houston's World Cup 2026 committee takes a short break from preparations for the largest sporting event in the world."People are going to be coming in from all over the planet. It's about safety and security," he said. "There's airport protocols. There's ground protocols."Canetti is also involved in planning things like showcasing human rights and sustainability, while growing soccer by making it more accessible to young...
Teen in a coma after crash involving HPD cruiser while riding scooter in downtown, family says
A 16-year-old high school student is fighting for his life after colliding with a Houston Police Department cruiser while riding on a rented scooter in downtown Houston on Saturday.According to Jose Sixtos' family, he is at Ben Taub Hospital.That afternoon, Sixtos and his friend, Santos Deondrey, wanted to go downtown.His older brother, Sergio Sixtos, said the teens wanted to have fun."I had dropped him off at a friend's house because he wanted to go downtown and have fun," he said. "He was just going to ride scooters."Around 9:30 on Saturday, Jose collided with the HPD vehicle while trying to get...
Hurricane Beryl's unprecedented nature explained, and what's next for the record hurricane
Beryl is the first major hurricane of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season and broke records as it reached Category 4 strength over the weekend.Beryl became the first Category 4 hurricane on record in the Atlantic for June and the only storm ever to rapidly intensify before Sept. 1.It's a prime example of what the ABC13 Weather Team forewarned about this season.First, the unusually warm waters across the tropics are rocket fuel for hurricanes and can aid in the rapid intensification process.So when conditions are right, any tropical system could rapidly intensify this season, potentially leading to more hurricanes and even...
Travel influencers detail moments they encounter Hurricane Beryl's path in Grenada while boating
Hurricane Beryl is now barreling through the Caribbean, becoming the fastest Category 4 storm in the Atlantic on record.With the summer months here, this is the peak time for traveling and boating, especially in the Caribbean.Cole and Emily Crews, known online as The Adventure Crews first set sail out of Kemah two years ago when they bought their boat.Nearly 9,000 nautical miles later, the Florida couple found themselves in Grenada during Hurricane Beryl's passage.On Monday, they told Eyewitness News they were thankful they were safe after encountering several scary moments as Hurricane Berly began to land."You can see the wind...
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