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J.J. Watt visits Texans training camp with his son Koa
HOUSTON – J.J. Watt is fulfilled in retirement. The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year walked away from football following the 2022 season with the Arizona Cardinals after spending the first decade of his career with the Texans. During that time, he set all-time franchise marks with 101 sacks, 172 tackles for losses and 25 forced fumbles.
NFL fans spot ‘embarrassing’ spelling mistake on walls of Houston Texans training facility and ask ‘we gonna ignore?’
FANS have spotted a bizarre spelling error on the walls of the Houston Texans’ training facility. Social media users were given a peek behind the scenes earlier this week as JJ Watt shared a picture from inside the Texans’ gym. Like many gyms, the Texans’ features a series of motivational slogans on its walls. Only, […]
Sheila Bollier named CEO of The Rehabilitation Hospital of Houston at The Medical Center
HOUSTON, Aug. 23, 2024– Sheila Bollier has been appointed as chief executive officer of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Houston at The Medical Center. The hospital is a 61-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital under construction at 3010 Yellowstone Boulevard in Houston, Texas. The hospital is expected to open to patients in November 2024.
Reed Sheppard: Channeling Chris Paul’s Legacy for Rockets Success
Reed Sheppard's performance during NBA Summer League has drawn comparisons to former Rocket Chris Paul, highlighting Sheppard's potential as a playmaker. Averaging 20 points, 5.3 assists, and 4.8 rebounds per game, Sheppard showcased his shooting ability and court vision, reminiscent of Paul’s game in his prime. With the Rockets challenging his playing time behind Fred VanVleet, Sheppard’s continued growth will be crucial for his opportunities on the court. His goal of emulating Paul, who remains an iconic point guard, only adds to the narrative surrounding Sheppard’s debut season.
Texas Inmate Used CashApp in Jailhouse Drug Ring; $30,000 Seized From Commissary Account
Where there is a will, there is a way. Just ask officials with Harris County Jail. Attorneys with Harris County District Attorney's Office recently announced that they had filed charges against three people for their part in a complex drug operation that brought narcotics into Harris County Jail. Joshua Sinclair...
Election oversight tightened in Harris County after state audit reveals past years' rule violations
The Texas Secretary of State is sending inspectors to Harris County to oversee the upcoming November Election.The video above is from ABC13's 24/7 livestream.On Friday, the Secretary of State released the audits from the 2021-22 election cycle that found inadequacies in Harris County's election process.According to the audit, county election officials did not follow state-mandated rules for voter registration list maintenance, failed to adequately train election workers, and failed to estimate and supply the required amount of ballot paper.This led to interruptions in voting in at least 19 polling locations in the November 2022 Election, which ABC13 reported on extensively.READ RELATED: Harris Co. election issues caused by short staffing, malfunctioning machines, paper jams, Astros winLast year, state lawmakers removed Harris County's Elections Administrator. The Harris County Clerk took over running elections instead.This year, inspectors will oversee the handling and counting of ballots, and monitor election records, the secretary of state said.The Harris County Clerk's Office says it is actively reviewing the report. The House Elections Committee will also review the data on Monday.
Texas' strict abortion laws may be fueling tragic trend: 6 babies abandoned in Harris Co. since June
Investigators are calling it an epidemic: parents abandoning their babies.ABC13 has reported on six instances of child abandonment in Harris County since the beginning of June. In two cases, children died.READ RELATED: Multiple babies found abandoned last month in Houston: 'It's heartbreaking'Leah Kipley with the National Safe Haven Alliance said the landscape is troubling.States like Texas with near-total abortion bans are dealing with more parents abandoning their children for several reasons like desperation and a lack of information.Texas' safe haven law, or the Baby Moses law, allows a parent to leave a baby less than 60 days old safe and unharmed at a hospital, fire station, or EMS station.They must notify an employee that the child needs a safe haven.Though this type of law exists nationwide, Kipley said parents still need more support.The National Safe Haven Alliance has helped save more than 4,800 babies since 1999. Their hotline for immediate assistance is 1-888-510-BABY(2229).For updates on this story, follow Briana Conner on Facebook, X and Instagram.RELATED: Houston woman abandoned 40 years ago says bigger conversation needed after 2 babies found days apartRELATED: 18-year-old charged after newborn abandoned in dumpster near SW Houston apartment, HPD says
BE ALERT: 17 Year Old Texas Girl Under Arrest For Possible School Shooting Attempt
Frightening news took place when according to KXAN reported that a Texas 17-year-old girl by the name of Giana Castillo allegedly attempted to prepare a shooting at an elementary school. It was reported that the 17-year-old allegedly made online threats against an Austin elementary school. Once the FBI received the information, it was quickly identified that Giana Castillo was making concerning statements online regarding the planning of an active shooter event at Graham Elementary School.
Cruz addresses supporters in Cypress, while Allred visits Dallas as November election nears
CYPRESS, Texas — We're now just over two months away from the November election and the race for U.S. Senate in Texas is tightening. A University of Houston and Texas Southern University survey showed Senator Ted Cruz up on his opponent Congressman Colin Allred by only two points. Both...
Apartment Bills Family of Woman Who Died $15K for Breaking Her Lease
A Texas apartment complex has recently sent a bill to a family of a woman who has recently passed away! The bill from the apartment complex for $15,676 and a collections notice! The Texas law states that family members can cancel a lease if a loved one passes away. However, this apartment complex doesn't believe this.
Everything Costs: Would Texans Tolerate Bag Or To-Go Container Fees?
A TikTok video recently went viral of a woman complaining about a 10-cent bag fee on her Chic-fil-A order. She was outraged and threatened Chic-fil-a: "Count your days." However, it wasn't Chic-fil-a's fault she got the bag upcharge, it's local law in her town. It went into effect this past January but I suppose this is the first time she noticed.
Expert Warns of Rodent Surge in Texas
Texas appears to be primed for a spike in rodent infestations. Nothing makes me cringe like the thought of rodents living in my home. Having a single rat find its way into my home is enough to make me want to pack up and leave. But an infestation? Yeah, it’s time to scorch the earth at that point.
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