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Astros thump A's 8-1 behind Brown to avoid series sweep
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Hunter Brown had eight strikeouts in six innings to remain one of the hottest pitchers in baseball, helping the Houston Astros beat the Oakland Athletics 8-1 on Wednesday. Chas McCormick homered for the first time in more than a month and Jose Altuve had three hits and two RBIs as the Astros bounced back to win the last game of the series after losing the first two in likely their final regular-season trip to the Coliseum. “Just trying to keep it rolling,” Brown said. “You’re just trying to put together good innings, good outings and make good pitches. You kind of start stringing some of that stuff together, you’re going to see some things happen that you want to happen, the things that you prepare for.” The game was played before 14,978 fans, the third-largest crowd at the Coliseum this season.
Police chase leads to arrest of two suspects in Harris County
HOUSTON, Texas - A high-speed police chase on July 23, 2024, ended with the arrest of two suspects after their vehicle crashed into a barrier wall, according to Harris County Constable Precinct 4.Deputies from Constable Mark Herman's office attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a vehicle in the 3400 block of North Sam Houston Parkway West. The driver, identified as Alex Nguyen, refused to stop, leading deputies on a pursuit. During the chase, Nguyen lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the barrier wall.Nguyen was apprehended at the scene. The passenger, Jonathan Wood, ignored verbal commands and physically resisted detention. After a brief struggle, deputies detained Wood."Both suspects were arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail," stated Constable Mark Herman. "Alex Nguyen was charged with Evading Arrest in Motor Vehicle. His bond has not been set out of the 185th District Court. Jonathan Wood was charged with Interference with the Duties of a Public Servant. His bond was set at $100.00 out of County Court 16."
Constables seek public's help in identifying suspects in fatal hit-and-run crash
HOUSTON, Texas - Authorities are asking for the public's assistance in identifying suspects who fled the scene of a fatal hit-and-run crash on the Northwest Freeway.On July 23, 2024, at 10:05 a.m., deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Accident Investigation Division responded to a three-car fatality crash in the 16300 block of the Northwest Freeway. Investigators determined that a large box truck or cargo van failed to stop and collided with another vehicle, fatally injuring the driver, according to the Harris County Constable Precinct 4.At least three Hispanic male occupants exited the truck or van, inspected the damage, and fled the scene without providing any information before law enforcement arrived, the press release stated. The vehicle is described as a large 20 to 24-foot box truck or cargo van that was driving east on the Northwest Freeway, approaching the on-ramps to the Sam Houston Toll Road.Investigators are requesting the public's help in locating the suspects and their vehicle. "If anyone has information on the wanted suspect vehicle, driver, or any dash camera video that might show the collision, please contact our office or your local law enforcement," stated Constable Mark Herman.
Dozens charged in bail bond scheme involving violent offenders
More than 50 people were charged this week as part of an FBI investigation into a bail bond scheme where accused violent offenders allegedly used falsified documents to get out of jail on bonds they likely couldn't afford.Law enforcement tells 13 Investigates it arrested 50 people Wednesday morning as part of a 108-count indictment related to wire fraud and conspiracy. Three more suspects, 44-year-old Tawana Jones of Houston, 60-year-old Pamela Yoder of Detroit, and 60-year-old Amir Khan of Pakistan, have warrants out for their arrest.Officials said 11 of the people charged in the sting were people who had been charged...
Former Houston mayor, Texas Rep. Jarvis Johnson interested in filling Sheila Jackson Lee's seat
Two potential candidates have emerged as Harris County Democrats search for someone to replace the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, who died of pancreatic cancer last Friday.The video above is from a previous report: Remembering US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee: Community leaders reacts to Congresswoman's passingLee's death at 74 years old created an open seat in Texas' 18th Congressional District for the first time in decades, and former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is among those interested in filling her shoes.On Tuesday, Turner told ABC13's Miya Shay he's "strongly considering" the bid for the Congresswoman's vacant seat.In January, he finished two...
52-year-old woman facing her fifth DWI charge after totaling 3 patrol units originally given PR bond
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas - Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman points to the revolving door at the Harris County Criminal Courthouse for giving Ginger Rene Williams one break after another. Williams has quite a lengthy criminal history. SUGGESTED: Jocelyn Nungaray case: Search warrant reveals suspects pointing the finger at each other...
Join Harris County Constable Precinct 5 at Walk Like MADD to Combat Drunk Driving and Support Victims
'Walk Like MADD', a national fundraising event by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), is gaining momentum ahead of race day, set for Saturday, September 24th. Harris County Constable Precinct 5 will once again participate in this annual initiative, and Constable Ted Heap is encouraging the community to get involved. .
Man leads police on chase after shooting 16-year-old during carjacking in Deer Park, authorities say
HOUSTON — A 16-year-old was shot in the chest while defending his mother during a carjacking Tuesday night, Deer Park police said. The suspect then led police on an hour-long chase through Houston. It started around 9 p.m. in a parking lot on Spencer Highway near Luella Boulevard where...
Texas gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
State gas prices fell last week and reached an average of $3.02 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week's price of $3.11 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 2 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the state in the last year have been as low as $2.46 on Dec. 18, 2023, and as high as $3.45...
Texas committee suggests legislation to ban foreign land owners will return next session
State lawmakers are trying to harden Texas against threats from foreign adversaries. Securing the southern border may be top of mind for many Texans, but experts who testified on Wednesday are especially concerned about foreign threats from North Korea, Russia, Iran and China. On Wednesday morning, members of the Select...
Running rainfall totals across South Central Texas as rain chances continue this week
Multiple rounds of rain and scattered downpours have already proven to be beneficial this last full week of July. These recent rains have already helped the Edwards Aquifer, increased river streamflow, and dropped multi-inch totals over the most drought-stricken parts of our area. Rainfall Totals. Here’s a look at running...
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