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Father, son detain suspected shooter in Manvel, deputies say
HOUSTON (KIAH) – A father and his son detained a suspected shooter at a Manvel apartment complex early Friday morning, authorities said. Around 1:25 a.m. on July 26, a Manvel woman made a phone call to the Brazoria County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) following a shooting at 38000 Country Road 94. The caller stated that her husband and son had detained the shooting suspect.
Cut wire causes Northline Terrace neighborhood internet outage after Hurricane Beryl, AT&T says
Gilbert Fuentes has been sleeping at his job for three weeks since Hurricane Beryl roared through the Houston area."Without the internet, I can't work from home, so I have to spend the night here at the office," he said while showing an ABC13 crew the couch he has been sleeping on.Fuentes is a transportation coordinator who requires the internet to provide quick services to customers.Hurricane Beryl made landfall on July 8 and knocked out Fuentes's home power. On July 16, it was restored, but his internet was not.RELATED: Post-Beryl internet outages plaguing small businesses, remote workers"It's also very important for...
Texas deaths from Hurricane Beryl reach 36, including more who lost power in heat
The number of Texas deaths after Hurricane Beryl came ashore and knocked out power to millions of residents climbed to at least 36 on Thursday as officials confirmed more people who died in homes that were left without air conditioning during sweltering heat. The medical examiner's office in Fort Bend...
Energy expert expresses doubts about CenterPoint Energy's plan to improve: 'Not super optimistic'
A new tally shows 36 people lost their lives because of Hurricane Beryl across the state, 34 of whom died in the Houston area.The latest deaths happened in Fort Bend County, where at least four people died from overheating.Meanwhile, Centerpoint Energy apologized for where it fell short and shared its plan to improve. The company's initial assessment showed room for improvement in three main areas: resiliency, communication, and community partnerships.READ MORE: 13 Investigates: CenterPoint admits 'clearly more needs to be done'Texas Energy and Power Newsletter author Doug Lewin joined Eyewitness News to analyze Centerpoint's action plan and discuss other possibilities...
Police in Texas Try to Arrest Librarian for Civil Rights Book
Shocking: Texas Librarian Faces Arrest for Checking Out Toni Morrison Book. It really has to suck some days to be a cop. Imagine showing up for your shift one day, ready to arrest murderers and pedophiles, and your superior officer informs you that your assignment for the day is to go investigate and arrest a librarian for loaning out a book about civil rights.
Texas Rainfall Brings Out ‘Toxic’ Worms that Regenerate When Chopped in Half
The recent excessive rainfall in the Houston area has brought an unexpected and toxic guest out of hiding: the hammerhead flatworm. These invasive worms, known for their distinctive hammer-shaped heads, emerge from their subterranean homes due to the massive amounts of precipitation. Danger Lurking in Your Yard. These flatworms can...
THE END: Several East Texas Conn’s Locations Will Close Down
We Now Know What Conn's Locations In East Texas Will Shut Down After The Company Filed For Bankruptcy. Many stores are grappling with supply chain disruptions, which have led to delays in receiving inventory and increased costs. Additionally, changes in consumer behavior, such as the shift towards online shopping and rising living costs have forced consumers to cut back on discretionary spending, including furniture purchases with many opting for budget-friendly options.
West Texas Convenience Store Plans To Open Location In East Texas
There's a gas station and convenience store brand that Texans, especially in West Texas cities like Amarillo and Lubbock swear by and for once, NO, we're not talking about "Buc-ee's". Of course in other areas of Texas, the "beaver" may reign supreme and is starting their trek towards global domination...
KSAN Evening Weather Update: Friday July 26th, 2024 (Olympic Weekend)
Heavy downpours started the 4th week of July across West Texas. Other regions to the east saw record heat and significantly more rainfall, while in western states, saw enhanced monsoon conditions increasing in severity with diurnal effects. By mid week one of many earthquakes set to rock north Texas, could...
Texas DPS Dedicates Boat to Honor Fallen Trooper Matthew Myrick
AMARILLO, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) held a boat dedication ceremony at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial to honor the life and service of fallen Trooper Matthew Dewayne Myrick. Bearing the name Patrol Vessel Myrick, the newly commissioned boat will be transported to DPS’ Tactical...
BEWARE: The Most DANGEROUS Woman In Texas Still On The Run And ARMED
The most dangerous person in Texas is not someone you would think it would be. When you think of some being DANGEROUS you think maybe some big guy with a mean demeanor. But no, the most dangerous person in Texas is a vibrant, lucky woman named Margaret Smith. WHAT MAKES...
The Chupacabra: Are Texans in Danger from This Mysterious Threat?
We continue our series on Texas Cryptids with one proven real, even if it isn't exactly what it seems. There's a lot of things you can see on a Saturday night in Texas. You can see people wilding after a college football game. You can see cars lined up on a local drag. One thing you probably don't want to see is a blood-thirsty feral animal. Texas is home to the Chupacabra and it's VERY real.
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