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Woman Moves Into Texas Home-What 98-Year-Old Neighbor Does Has Her in Tears
A Texas woman has told Newsweek how she was reduced to tears after her new 98-year-old neighbor paid her a visit. Last month, Kelly McDuff and her fiance bought their first home, in the city of Richardson. She said she was "a little nervous" about the move to a new town, but a visit from her new neighbor helped ease some of those worries.
This county in Texas ranks No. 1 in top 10 most at risk for flooding in 2024. See list
With hurricane season in effect, Texans should know what mishaps these storms can bring. Flooding is expected, and many Texas counties are at risk of flooding. A study from LawnStarter compared over 940 counties in the U.S. with a relatively moderate to very high flood risk, according to FEMA. Texas appeared in the study several times.
AAA Texas expects this Fourth of July to be record-breaking for travel
AUSTIN, Texas — This Fourth of July holiday, the American Automobile Association (AAA) says millions of Texans will be traveling to celebrate. Whether hitting the road or taking to the sky, this year is expected to see the most travelers on record. A representative from AAA Texas said approximately...
The Isiah Factor crowns Best BBQ in Houston for their 2nd Annual BBQ Contest
HOUSTON - After deliberating long and hard, judges decided who would take home the bragging rights for the best ribs, brisket, turkey, sausage, sides, and Pit Master's Choice. As a part of The Factor's 2nd Annual BBQ Contest, judges blindly tasted each restaurant's dishes. You can watch the video in...
Houston man charged with bigamy after wife finds out about 2nd wedding through Facebook: Records
A Houston woman told ABC13 that she found out through social media that her husband was getting re-married while he was still married to her.Marcus Andra Shorten, 53, is charged with bigamy, but he has not been arrested.According to court records, Houston police found two marriage licenses but not a divorce decree."You can't go around lying and misleading individuals at your self-satisfaction," Tammie, who married Shorten in 2012 and requested that ABC13 use only her first name, said.She said the couple separated in 2019, but they never divorced because he didn't want his family to think he was a "failure."...
Track and intensity: Here's a look at how forecasters make their predictions
HOUSTON — There are two major parts to a hurricane forecast: track and intensity. Over the past decade, forecasters have achieved large improvements in track forecasting. The forecast cone has gotten slimmer and more precise, giving us a more exact forecast of where the storm is going. In fact,...
Captain America and Lady Liberty are in Houston for July Fourth!
HOUSTON – Captain America and Lady Liberty are Headed to Houston for Kidpendence Day at Children’s Museum Houston. Part of Children’s Museum Houston’s “Summer Escape,” Kidpendence Day features fun for the whole family. It is a day packed with activities, spectacular shows, and patriotic fun for all ages.
4-year-old girl dies after she was left unattended in vehicle in NW Houston, HPD says
A 4-year-old girl is dead after she was left unattended Wednesday evening in a car in northwest Houston, police said.Investigators said the girl was with two women and other children in a Chevy pickup truck. They were all running errands when they pulled up to a parking space at an apartment complex in the 6500 block of Hollister.The women and other children went inside an apartment but left the 4-year-old girl behind. Investigators believe the girl was left in the car for about an hour until a parent found her and called 911.The girl was taken to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead.For updates on this story, follow Alex Bozarjian on Facebook, X and Instagram.
Astros second baseman Altuve, DH Alvarez voted as 2024 American League All-Star starters
SAN ANTONIO – Baseball fans have spoken: the shortest and tallest Astros are heading to another Midsummer Classic. Houston second baseman Jose Altuve and designated hitter Yordan Alvarez were announced as American League starters Wednesday night for the 2024 MLB All-Star Game. In all, Altuve, listed on Houston’s roster...
‘It’s unfortunate’: Houston on list for most retail theft
HOUSTON – It was Valentine’s Day, the Monkees of Houston boutique was busy with shoppers. “There was a lot of people,” said co-owner Lisa West. Surveillance video West shared with KPRC 2′s Rilwan Balogun shows what appears to be two women stealing. “They just made their...
The veterinary team revolutionizing animal emergency medicine here in Houston
HOUSTON – Pet parents know that trips to the vet can be stressful especially when there is an emergency. Veterinary Emergency Group is revolutionizing animal emergency medicine by completely reworking the experience, so it works for people and their pets. Houston Life’s Melanie Camp met with Veterinary Emergency Group...
Texas BBQ Owner Trashes Ex-Workers Stand Claiming Stolen Recipes
Houston BBQ Feud: East Texas BBQ Owner Slams Former Employee for Recipe Theft. Down in the ol' armpit of the state; Houston, Texas, a BBQ showdown is sizzling hotter than the grills. The owner of the beloved East Texas BBQ, known for their mouth-watering brisket and savory ribs, has ignited...
My son’s last words were ‘What’s happening to me?’ Family demands answers after 13-year-old shot to death in SW Houston
HOUSTON – 13-year-old Anthony Lopez’s stepmother, Anji Cardinal and his mother, Monica Medina, held onto each other Wednesday as they talked about the moment they learned he died in a shooting. “The only reason we knew he was gone was because his friend, who tried to save his...
Houston-area man sentenced to federal prison for stealing checks, other mail from USPS collection boxes
Daruin Anelby Rosario, 28, pleaded guilty in March to possession of stolen mail, unlawful possession of a postal key and aggravated identity theft. He was sentenced this week to 95 months in federal prison. A Houston-area man was sentenced to nearly 8 years in federal prison this week for repeatedly...
Look: RB Joe Mixon dons Texans’ new uniform for the first time
Get ready to see a new version of Joe Mixon fit down in Houston. It’s not just in fit for an offense, but also in fit for threads. Joe Mixon in his new Texans threads 🔥 (📸via @HoustonTexans) pic.twitter.com/2WzUxl8p7P — PFF Fantasy & Betting (@PFF_Fantasy) July 3, 2024 Mixon, the new Texans running back, donned the team’s new home uniform for the first time on social media this week during a photo shoot for promotional deals. Despite leaving Cincinnati, Mixon won’t be switching off of No. 28, something he’s worn since entering the league in 2017. A former second-round pick out of Oklahoma, Mixon is...
Residents concerned after homicide at SW Houston taco truck: 'Area is going in a negative way'
A shocking murder outside of a busy taco truck in southwest Houston is raising concerns for some neighbors.A 31-year-old man was shot and killed at about 1:30 a.m. Wednesday at the truck on Richmond near Dunvale, according to the Houston Police Department.His identity has not been released, and the suspect has only been described by authorities as an unknown Black male.Surveillance video obtained by ABC13 shows a white car driving into the parking lot off of Richmond just before the shooting. The car stops, and then someone gets out and starts firing shots at the victim.There is no known motive...
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