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Republican former state Rep. Jim Pitts has died at 77
DALLAS — This article was originally published by our content partners at the Texas Tribune. You can read the original article here. Former state Rep. Jim Pitts, a Waxahachie Republican who served as chief budget writer for the Texas House for close to a decade, died shortly before midnight on Saturday. He was 77.
Texas Murderer Spared From Execution Over DNA Testing Concerns
Ruben Gutierrez was spared being executed less than an hour before it was scheduled to take place, leaving the victim's family devastated. Gutierrez was set to be put to death just after 6 pm on Tuesday, July 16th, 2024, but it looks like things have changed. His arguments regarding DNA testing in a lower court ruling led to an order to halt the execution by the high court.
Get Ready to Save on School Supplies During the Texas Sales Tax Free Weekend
Whether we like it or not, we are entering that time of year in Texas where it's time to get the kids ready for back to school. Part of going back to school is back-to-school shopping. Parents have to purchase school supplies, clothes, backpacks, and shoes. It's Very Expensive. Luckily,...
Texas Based Furniture Store Plans To Close Nearly 100 Stores Soon
A Lot Of Businesses Have Been Struggling To Get Back On Their Feet In Post-Pandemic Texas Including Another Big Retailer. Many stores are grappling with supply chain disruptions, which have led to delays in receiving inventory and increased costs. Additionally, changes in consumer behavior, such as the shift towards online shopping and rising living costs have forced consumers to cut back on discretionary spending, including furniture purchases with many opting for budget-friendly options.
Texas Is The Number One Worst State In Nation For Pests
There are many animals in the state of Texas. With so much surface area covered by the state, you're bound to see one animal you've never seen before. I mean, some of us have seen a fox run past us in Texas right?. Not all animals are friendly to humans...
CenterPoint Energy Has Fully Restored Power in Southeast Texas
(WBAP/KLIF) – Nearly two weeks after Hurricane Beryl made landfall, Center Point Energy has finally restored power to customers in Southeast Texas. On Saturday afternoon, the company stated that the only people left without power are those with too much damage for their homes to be repaired. Initially, more...
Fellow member of Congress remembers late Sheila Jackson Lee
HOUSTON – Better known as “The Congresswoman,” Sheila Jackson Lee has passed away after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 74. Lee lived a life of service for the Houston community. First as a City of Houston Councilwoman and then for 29 years as a Congresswoman representing the Texas 18th Congressional District.
Alumni Event for Clear Creek Water Polo Team Set for August 3
On August 3, the Clear Creek High School water polo team will host an alumni ceremony to honor the team’s accomplishments and remember the players who participated in it. The purpose of the reunion is to bring together current and former team members, celebrate the team’s accomplishments, and reconnect with one another.
City of Houston to Donate 200 Free Air Conditioning Units to Aid Vulnerable Residents
In a concerted effort to aid vulnerable residents affected by recent weather conditions, the City of Houston is stepping in with a generous offer. Coming hot on the heals of the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl, which brought widespread and lengthy power outages across the Greater Houston Area, the city is set to donate 200 free air conditioning units to seniors, people with disabilities, and caregivers of disabled children residing in Harris County.
A female victim is in stable condition after being shot in Acres Homes altercation
HOUSTON (KIAH) – On Sunday, July 21, Houston Police Department (HPD) officers were called to Carver Road and Morehouse Lane around 10:40 p.m. for a shooting in progress. Arriving officers were unable to find a victim after canvasing the area. However, they did find a suspicious vehicle in the...
Suspect arrested in Splendora found to be out on bond for murder in Louisiana
SPLENDORA, Texas – A suspect arrested after Splendora Police said he was found with illegal narcotics and a loaded gun in his car was discovered to be out on bond for murder in Louisiana. The Splendora Police Department said an officer pulled over a vehicle Saturday night for a...
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.
Cam Akers signs with AFC playoff team
Cam Akers has joined his third team in less than a year. Akers on Sunday agreed to a deal with the Houston Texans, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports. The #Texans are signing FA RB Cam Akers, who most recently was with the #Vikings. Akers worked out for them today. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July... The post Cam Akers signs with AFC playoff team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Out-of-state fugitive arrested in Harris County
HOUSTON, Texas — Deputies from Harris County Constable Precinct 4 arrested an out-of-state fugitive on July 18, 2024, following a disturbance call. Deputies responded to the 18500 block of Skippers Helm and identified the female involved in the disturbance as Bryanna Stanley. Further investigation revealed that Stanley had an open felony warrant for theft with full extradition out of Will County, Illinois, according to a statement from Constable Mark Herman's office.
Watch: Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez hits for the cycle
The Houston Astros dropped a big game in the American League West race on Sunday, losing 6-4 to the Seattle Mariners to drop them into a tie for the top spot in the division. There was, however, some good news to come out of that game for club.Astros star slugger Yordan Alvarez hit for his first career cycle in the game, connecting for a single, double, triple and home run in the loss.Alvarez completed the cycle in the top of the eighth inning when he doubled down the right field line. YORDAN ALVAREZ HAS JUST HIT FOR THE CYCLE!!!! pic.twitter.com/Pgo8CoNMzn— Houston Astros...
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