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Heat-Related Deaths Climb in Texas After Beryl Left Millions Without Power
SPRING, Texas (NEWSnet/AP) — Two weeks after Beryl hit Texas, heat-related deaths during prolonged power outages have pushed the number of storm-related fatalities in the state to at least 23. A combination of searing heat and residents unable to use air conditioning after the Category 1 storm made landfall...
Wanted suspects apprehended in Harris County following suspicious vehicle call
HOUSTON, Texas — Two male suspects were taken into custody after deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle call in Harris County. Deputies were dispatched to the 2900 block of FM 2920 regarding a possible theft from a construction site. They located a vehicle matching the description and apprehended both suspects for various warrants, according to Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4.
Cypress man sentenced to 40 years for killing high school friend
HOUSTON, Texas — A Cypress-area man who killed a high school friend in a late-night shooting was sentenced to 40 years in prison on Friday, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced. “There was absolutely no reason for this cold-blooded murder, so we know this man is a danger...
Cow spotted on the 'moo-ve' across the Hardy Toll Road in north Harris County
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A cow was captured on Houston Transtar cameras being utterly unstoppable on the Hardy Toll Road in north Harris County Saturday evening. The Harris County Precinct Four Constable's Office got a call around 8:15 p.m. about a brown cow wandering around the shoulder of the Hardy Toll Road at Northgate Crossing Boulevard near Spring.
HCSO investigating possible case of domestic violence after woman found shot to death
A woman's shooting death is under investigation in Harris County on Friday and possibly tied to domestic violence, according to officials.The Harris County Sheriff's Office said deputies responded to the shooting at 505 Cypress Station, just off FM-1960 near I-45, and found the woman dead.SkyEye flew over the scene, where heavy law enforcement surrounded an apartment complex.Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said an investigation into the incident was underway but added that it may be a case of domestic violence.@HCSOTexas units responded to a shooting at 505 Cypress Station, possibly stemming from domestic violence. An adult female has been pronounced deceased at the scene. Investigators are enroute. #HouNews pic.twitter.com/fJlkg1m0CF— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) July 19, 2024 Submit a tip or story idea to ABC13Have a breaking news tip or an idea for a story you think we should cover? Send it to ABC13 using the form below. If you have a video or photo to send, terms of use apply. If you don't, just hit 'skip upload' and send the details.
Wanted suspects apprehended in Harris County
HOUSTON, Texas — Two male suspects were taken into custody after deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle call in the 2900 block of FM 2920. Deputies located a vehicle matching the description and arrested both suspects for various warrants, according to Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4. The suspects were allegedly involved in stealing from a construction site.
Frantic Search Underway for Crew Member After Tugboat Capsizes in East Harris County Waters
Tragedy struck the waters of East Harris County after a tugboat capsized on Friday afternoon, triggering a frantic search for one missing individual. According to the Fox26 Houston report, the Harris County Sheriff's Office received reports around 2:40 p.m. of the accident that occurred near 16500 Peninsula Street. While four survivors were quickly rescued from the perilous incident, efforts to locate the fifth crew member relentlessly continue.
Houston residents file $100 million class-action petition against CenterPoint over prolonged Hurricane Beryl power outages
The lawsuit, filed by a firm that includes the son of Houston Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta, is the second class-action petition filed this week against CenterPoint. A group of restaurants impacted by extended power outages also filed suit. Three Hurricane Beryl-related lawsuits were filed in Harris County this week against...
Texas Mourns Passing of U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, Succession Uncertainty Looms Over Houston's 18th District
The passing of U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee has left Texas' 18th Congressional District in need of a new voice in Washington a voice that had resonated there since 1995. With the district now mourning the loss of their representative who succumbed to pancreatic cancer at 74, the focus also turns to the question of her succession and the representation of the district's interests on the national stage, as reported by the Texas Tribune.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (1950 – 2024)
We at Harris County Public Library want to take a moment to remember Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, whose passing was announced Friday evening. Her record of public service as a municipal judge, member of the Houston City Council, and U.S. Representative for the 18th District spanned decades. In her passing, both sides of the aisle voiced their respect for her fierce and steadfast commitment to social justice and the people she represented.
A Texas energy provider is under growing scrutiny as heat-related deaths rose amid prolonged outages after Hurricane Beryl
Janet Jarrett shows a photo of her sister, Pamela Jarrett, who passed away after suffering heat-related distress due to the power outage caused by hurricane Beryl. As the temperature soared in the Houston-area home Janet Jarrett shared with her sister after losing electricity in Hurricane Beryl, she did everything she could to keep her 64-year-old sibling cool.
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