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Conn's HomePlus closures: 9 stores closing in Texas
Home goods and furniture retailer Conn's Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Tuesday and announced plans to close several locations, including 9 in Texas. The chain is closing more than 70 of its 130 HomePlus stores across the country. Conn's announced the following Texas locations that would be...
Amid City Place’s offices, restaurants, stores, and homes, you can now check out some ‘Invisible Music’
Artist and musician Steve Parker explains the concept and purpose of his latest installation. A new interactive art installation called "Invisible Music" has been completed at City Place, a hub for business, leisure, and living located at the axis of The Grand Parkway, The Hardy Toll Road, and Interstate 45 in north Houston.
UHD Awarded Grant to Develop Interactive Digital Story Map on Afro-Latino Heritage
HOUSTON (July 24, 2024) – The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) has been awarded a grant from the Library of Congress (LOC) to develop an interactive digital story map exploring Afro-Latino heritage. The project, titled “Discovering Afro-Latino Heritage: A Reflective Story Map Project to Enhance Student Belongingness and Learning,” is a collaborative effort between the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE), faculty members, and students. The grant was received through the LOC’s Connecting Communities Digital Initiative (CCDI).
Suspect identified after abandoned newborn found crying near Houston dumpster: Police
A suspect has been identified after an abandoned newborn was found crying by a dumpster in Houston, police said Wednesday. A person called 911 early Sunday afternoon reporting that they had heard a baby crying near a dumpster at an apartment complex, according to Houston Police Department spokesperson Jodi Silva. First responders found the infant in the dumpster area, Silva said. Video captured by a bystander showed first responders rescuing the baby from the dumpster and appearing to swaddle him in a blanket. The newborn was transported to a local hospital and is believed to be in good health, Silva said.
Blind Equation, The Holy Ghost Tabernacle Choir, more to play No Sleep Fest 2024
No Sleep Fest has announced its first wave of bands for this year. Blind Equation, The Holy Ghost Tabernacle Choir, Thus Spoke Zarathustra, Withpaperwings, and Bulletsbetweentongues will be playing the fest. No Sleep Fest will take place December 7-8 in Houston, Texas.
The Lime Access pilot program is expanding
Mobile GR’s Mobility Planning Analyst Trent Cerra joins in. The Lime Access pilot program is expanding. Lime and the City of GR announce a new initiative to expand the affordability of shared e scooters and e bikes to residents who qualify. Mobile GR’s Mobility Planning Analyst Trent Cerra gives the information.
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...
Flood watch in effect, wet pattern holds for days
HOUSTON (KIAH) – A flood watch is in effect for Houston and Southeast Texas until Wednesday evening as slow-moving downpours could lead to localized flooding. That means some neighborhoods have potential to get a couple inches of rain in an hour or so, which may cause street flooding and rising creeks.
Heavy Rains in Houston Bring To Bring Out Toxic Worms
Portions of Texas are getting inundated with rainfall, including the Houston area. This rainfall will flush the toxic hammerhead flatworms out of their burrows. They pose a risk to your children and pets. According to KHOU, these worms can grow up to a foot long and can emit a toxin...
Texans Training Camp: Danielle Hunter and Will Anderson's work ethics wowing teammates
When Jonathan Greenard signed with the Minnesota Vikings early in free agency, it seemed Houston Texans star defensive end Will Anderson Jr. would have to shoulder a heavier load in Year 2. Then, the Houston Texans gave him a running mate in Danielle Hunter to form one of the league’s...
3-hour police pursuit ends in Deer Park crash, 16-year-old shot by suspect
HOUSTON (KIAH) – A high-speed chase led to an arrest of a man accused of shooting a 16-year-old teenager in the chest in a carjacking on Tuesday night, police said. Deer Park police began the pursuit around 9 p.m. Tuesday at the 8000 block of Spencer Highway, with reports of a man with a gunshot wound. Officers said that a mother and her son were in a business park when a man with a gun approached them. He shot the 16-year-old boy in the chest and took the car, police said.
Nineteen Cougars Earn Academic All-Big 12 Rookie Honors
HOUSTON – University of Houston Athletics has placed 19 student-athletes on the 2023-24 Academic All-Big 12 Conference Rookie Team, which honors league competitors who are new, including freshmen, at their respective institution, the conference office announced Wednesday. Houston Men's Track and Field led the way with six representatives including...
"Gucci Goddess" Gets 15 Years In Fort Sam Houston Fraud Scheme
A civilian employee accused of stealing over $100 million from the U.S. Army will spend time behind bars. Janet Mello was sentenced Tuesday to 15 years in federal prison. Mello, who had been dubbed the "Gucci Goddess" for her thefts, had worked as a civilian financial program manager at Fort Sam Houston. She was accused of stealing roughly $109 million from the Army by claiming that a child health and development group that she operated gave services to military members and their families, which was not the case. Instead, prosecutors say Mello used the money sent to her by the Army to buy over 1,500 pieces of pricey jewelry along with dozens of vehicles and several houses.
Public input needed for Addicks and Barker Master Plan revision
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking public input in the early stages of a master plan revision for the Addicks and Barker reservoirs. The last plan was approved in 2009. (Asia Armour/Community Impact) The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking public comments for suggestions on a revised...
U.S. Department of Labor sues owner of 3 Houston restaurants for allegedly stealing employees’ tips
HOUSTON — The U.S. Department of Labor announced a lawsuit against the owner and operator of three Houston-area restaurants, alleging that they used a portion of their employees’ tips to pay for other business expenses. The lawsuit follows an investigation by the department’s Wage and Hour Division that...
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...
Woman arrested for assaulting a constable deputy
HOUSTON, Texas — A woman was arrested after allegedly assaulting a constable deputy during a disturbance on July 20, 2024. Deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Office responded to a disturbance in the 15000 block of Philippine Street. Upon arrival, the female suspect became combative and refused all verbal commands, according to a press release from the Harris County Constable Precinct 4. While attempting to detain her, she physically resisted and assaulted the deputy, causing pain and visible injury.
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