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Capital murder suspect apprehended in Harris County
HOUSTON, Texas — Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Special Operations and K9 Unit have taken an adult male into custody in the 22900 block of Imperial Valley Drive.The suspect is wanted out of Montgomery County for capital murder, according to a press release from Harris County Constable Precinct 4.
Houston Housing Authority, HUD launch programs to enhance housing mobility, support aging in place
New initiatives expand services to reach more families and seniors, addressing needs with additional resources. For an 83-year-old grandmother, a simple bathroom renovation means she can now shower safely without fear of falling. Across town, a young family is preparing to move to a neighborhood with better schools, a dream they never thought possible. These life-changing moments are becoming reality for many Houstonians, thanks to two new programs launched by the Houston Housing Authority (HHA), in partnership with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). With $6.25 million in funding, these initiatives are redefining what affordable housing means for vulnerable residents.
Megan Thee Stallion on Working With Jay-Z and Roc Nation: ‘I Ain’t Never Felt So Safe'
Megan Thee Stallion has been signed to a Roc Nation management deal for a few years now. During her conversation with Shannon Sharpe, the Houston hottie opened up about how working with Jay-Z and Roc Nation has made her feel protected and helped guide her career. “Never did I ever...
Woman shot and killed at apartment in Westchase area, Houston police say
A woman is dead after a shooting at an apartment in the Westchase area, according to police.Houston police responded to a shooting at an apartment complex in the 10000 block of Westpark Drive near S. Gessner Road around 8 p.m. Tuesday.At the scene, officers found a 25-year-old woman dead with gunshot wounds.Investigators believe a man knocked on the woman's door, and when she answered, he forced his way inside and a fight began. It all ended when the woman was shot and killed.No weapon was found and the suspect is on the run, according to HPD.Police said there were no witnesses, though neighbors did call police when they heard the man and woman fighting. Investigators were canvassing the area for surveillance video.Westside officers are at a shooting scene 10000 Westpark. Adult female deceased at the scene. 202 pic.twitter.com/acjljr7ozN— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) July 3, 2024
Hermann Park visitors claim fake official caused several cars to be towed
HOUSTON - Authorities are cautioning visitors to Hermann Park in Houston after several vehicles were towed from illegal parking spaces, reportedly due to impersonation by an individual posing as a police officer or park ranger. The incident, which occurred on a Sunday, left Houstonians with hefty fines totaling nearly $400...
Will Houston residents pay for trash service? A garbage fee study kicks off this week
HOUSTON — A new study kicks off this week in the City of Houston to determine if residents should pay a garbage fee for their trash and recycling services. This study is expected to take four to six months. It will look at the Department of Solid Waste as a whole, how the finances work, and if any costs should be passed on to the consumer.
Astros Notes: Playoff Odds On The Rebound
Back on June 18, the Astros’ postseason odds per FanGraphs bottomed out — for now — around 29.3%. A stark decline from 86.2% before the season even started. Currently sitting at 57.2%, the Astros still aren’t much better than a coin flip in qualifying for the postseason, at least according to FanGraphs. I mean, that isn’t surprising how this team played for the majority of the season. But winning ten of the past eleven games has certainly helped Houston’s chances. In terms of the AL West race, it also helps that the Mariners had their slump, with a 3-8 record in the last eleven games.
Houston man accused of illegally hunting near Armand Bayou Nature Center
A southeast Houston man has been arrested and accused of illegally hunting in the area of a popular nature preserve.And it turns out he has been convicted of the same crime multiple times before.The Armand Bayou Nature Center is one of the largest urban wilderness preserves in the United States.People of all ages go to enjoy nature and learn about conservation, where nearly 400 species live, several of them endangered."Our job here is to try and protect that wildlife, so it's very disconcerting to us when we hear of incidences here or in other places where folks are engaged in...
Sunnyside residents upset over unruly grass at HISD campuses
Sunnyside resident Travis McGee told ABC13 he's living in a jungle in his neighborhood.That jungle is the grass at Worthing High School on Reed Road.Tuesday morning, he and another resident met with ABC13 to voice their frustration with the unruly landscaping."Get the grass cut," Tyrone North said.North and McGee are both alumni of Worthing.The grass on campus went well past their knees as they walked around, lamenting its current state."It's ridiculous," North said.Worthing High School isn't the only Houston Independent School District campus in the area with tall grass.Eyewitness News also found it at Woodson Leadership Academy and Young Elementary.Additionally,...
Mississippi State lands Ace Reese, former Houston Cougar, boosting baseball roster
Mississippi State baseball secures significant transfer commitment from former Houston Cougar Ace Reese, boosting their portal activity after a period of silence. Reese's 2024 season stats: .278 batting average, 7 home runs, and 34 RBI. Reese boasted a .506 slugging percentage with four triples and a 19% strikeout rate. Named...
A new Astros-White Sox trade to create a two-headed monster few saw coming
The Houston Astros pitching rotation has been through hell and back this year. They've seen multiple arms go down to Tommy John Surgery, sidelining them for the next 18-24 months. They've seen multiple starters not make their debut this season due to injury. Verlander has been hurt, Arrighetti has struggled,...
‘Potential failure watch’: Erosion damage from recent rain and flooding threaten Lake Livingston Dam, repairs underway
Erosion from recent severe weather has damaged the dam and spillway. Crews are working around the clock to make sure the dam can still handle potential storm flow releases. The damage and repairs are being monitored around the clock. The TRA says there is no immediate danger of failure or...
Could Houston’s come back to the Plaza?
Was the highly popular Houston’s restaurant taking a break from us? Or breaking up?. Hillstone Restaurant Group closed its Country Club Plaza Houston’s in early 2017. It didn’t promise to return. But it gave local fans some hope, saying it would continue to look for other area sites with unique features.
Meet the Nigerian doctor who opened her own emergency room in Houston at the age of 32
Dr. Foyekemi Ikyaator initially worked in multiple Houston-based emergency rooms before deciding to forge her own career path. Her passion for providing quality healthcare to patients led to her opening the Life Savers Emergency Room – an emergency room in Houston. In an interview with Voyage Houston, Dr. Ikyaator,...
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