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Rainy forecast could prove beneficial for Central Texas region
AUSTIN, Texas — Rainfall across central Texas is bringing cooler temperatures along with the possibility of providing a much-needed lift to water levels at area lakes and rivers. Several people were enjoying the overcast skies out at Michael Butler Park in downtown Austin on Monday. From riding bikes to...
Residential solar is growing in Texas amid worries about reliable power during events like Hurricane Beryl
“Residential solar is growing in Texas amid worries about reliable power during events like Hurricane Beryl” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. This story is published in partnership with Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, independent news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. Sign up for the ICN newsletter here.
Texas companies linked to millions of dollars in fraudulent Medicare billings
NORTH TEXAS – Medicare fraud is suspected of costing Americans billions of dollars annually. Instead of funding healthcare, this money has become an income stream for suspected criminals. After the CBS News Texas I-Team exposed a Grand Prairie company allegedly connected to over $200 million in fraudulent billings, viewers flooded the I-Team with calls and emails. Many shared their experiences as victims of Medicare fraud."That's my story right there," said Dallas resident Dwight Sandell after watching the report the report. Sandell said that his Medicare account was fraudulently billed. He explained that he was billed for 10 straight months for urinary...
This Texas Criminal Blew Up a Plane in an Act of Revenge
While it doesn't happen very often, Texas does see its share of plane crashes in history; some even carried famous musicians too. But in this case, Texas was actually the starting point for one particular criminal that became wanted by the FBI. A man who went from transporting illegal goods to straight up BLOWING UP A PLANE.
Texas Police Department Missing Thousands of Items, Including Guns and Drugs
If most people take something from work and decide to keep it, it's usually something like a pen or office paper, maybe some post-it notes. Stealing from within a police department? That's a different category of work theft. According to CBS News in Dallas, DeSoto Police have discovered they have...
Jail inmate, relatives charged in money-laundering scheme uncovered during drug smuggling investigation, HCDAO says
HOUSTON — A murder suspect in the Harris County Jail is now charged with money laundering the profits he made from selling drugs to other inmates, according to Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg. Joshua Sinclair Owens, 35, was jailed on a murder charge and five other felonies. Ogg...
Crewman dies in Houston Ship Channel capsize
The 50’x20’ towboat Miss Peggy was raised from the Houston Ship Channel, after one crewman died July 19 when the boat capsized after a possible collision with a passing ship, according to the Coast Guard and local news media. Five people were aboard the Miss Peggy when it...
Texas man sentenced for killing 17-year-old friend during sleepover
CYPRESS, Texas (TCN) -- A 21-year-old high school dropout will spend decades in prison for fatally shooting his friend multiple times during a sleepover at the man’s house in 2021. Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced that a judge sentenced James Sotelo on Friday, July 19, to 40...
Megan Thee Stallion Blesses Houston Senior Citizens Affected By Hurricane Beryl With Generators
Megan Thee Stallion is doing more for the people of Texas than Governor Greg Abbott and Senator Ted Cruz. Houston native Megan Thee Stallion continues to do right by the people in her hometown. Following Hurricane Beryl’s recent events, which left millions of people in the dark, the Hip-Hop superstar decided to help out those most in need of electricity: senior citizens.
Suspect charged in shooting of two men in Houston
HOUSTON, Texas — Charges have been filed against a suspect wanted in the shooting of two men at 2000 Oakdale Street around 2:55 a.m. on March 24. The suspect, 35-year-old Charles Dee Strain III, is charged with two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in the 482nd State District Court, according to a press release from the Houston Police Department. A December 2020 booking photo of Strain, who is not in custody, is attached to the news release.
It’s almost that time! List of back-to-school events happening around Houston area
HOUSTON, Texas – Houston area students will be headed back to school soon, and for some parents, that can come with a financial strain trying to get back-to-school clothes, supplies and backpacks. If you need some help, visit one of the events:. Health and Community Fair. Who: Harris County...
THE NEWLY-IMAGINED NATIONAL TOUR OF PETER PAN
THE ALL-NEW PRODUCTION DIRECTED BY LONNY PRICE, WITH ADDITIONAL BOOK BY LARISSA FASTHORSE AND CHOREOGRAPHY BY LORIN LATARRO. PREMIERES IN HOUSTON AT THE HOBBY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS. TICKETS GO ON SALE FRIDAY, JULY 26 AT 10AM. October 1-6, 2024. THE HOBBY CENTER. WHO: Memorial Hermann Broadway at the...
After Hurricane Beryl, Houston tracks debris collection with public map
After Hurricane Beryl wreaked havoc in Houston earlier this month, the city’s Department of Solid Waste Management has released an interactive storm debris collection tracker that allows residents to see the progress of debris pickup. The tracker shows the areas where waste management trucks are removing debris from curbsides...
Bridgeland Announces Six New Businesses Coming to Village Green at Bridgeland Central
Howard Hughes Holdings Inc., the developer behind Bridgeland, has recently announced the arrival of six new businesses to its 70-acre mixed-use development, Village Green at Bridgeland Central. This ambitious project marks the beginning of an exciting time for the 925-acre emerging urban district and its residents alike. The first of...
Mattress Mack Stands Up for Houston – Slams “Centerpointless”[VIDEO]
As always Mattress Mack steps up for Houston! The same morning Hurricane Beryl made landfall last week, he opened up his Gallery Furniture Showroom floor as a shelter. Gallery Furniture has been functioning as a cooling center and has been providing breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Mack estimates about 15,000 people came to his shelter during the past week! He says, it's the right thing to do!
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