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Texas inmates in uncooled prisons plead for relief in another hot summer
AUSTIN (Nexstar) — As the summer heats up, some of the Texas’ nearly 90,000 inmates living in uncooled prisons are begging for relief. Reports of dehydration, heat rash, and desperate attempts to cool down with toilet water accentuate years-long demands to air-condition the state’s prison system. “I will never forget the inmate who was drinking […]
'AC systems get beat to death in Texas' | Here are some warning signs and tips to keep your AC system working as temperatures rise
AUSTIN, Texas — We're entering the time of the year when air conditioning units will be working overtime every day for the next few months. And for people not maintaining their AC units properly, things can get expensive. “The AC systems just get beat to death in Texas,” Joshua...
Woman drowns in Lake Conroe after falling off boat on July 4th holiday, Montgomery Co. Pct. 1 says
A woman drowned after she fell off a boat on Lake Conroe on the July Fourth holiday, according to officials.The Montgomery County Pct. 1 Constable's Office said officials were called to the Scott's Ridge Boat Ramp, north of FM-1097, just before 9 p.m. Thursday in reference to a woman who had fallen off a boat.Several people jumped into the water in an attempt to rescue the woman, but they were unsuccessful, 911 callers told dispatch.After about two and a half hours of searching, the woman's body was found by rescue and recovery divers around 11:30 p.m., according to Pct. 1."Constable...
New racial profiling data analysis finds Black people, Hispanics more likely to be cited, searched by Texas police
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University's Institute for Predictive Analytics in Criminal Justice has published its annual report on racial profiling data in Texas, finding the likelihood of various races to be cited or searched by police. “This report on racial profiling data in policing offers another year of...
At half a mile a week, Gov. Greg Abbott’s border wall will take around 30 years and $20 billion to build
"At half a mile a week, Gov. Greg Abbott’s border wall will take around 30 years and $20 billion to build" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
Montgomery County Intensifies Mosquito Control Efforts After West Nile Case, Program Moves to New Precinct for Enhanced Operations
Montgomery County is reorganizing its mosquito abatement initiative to a new location, with eyes on domain expansion and efficiency. After the county recorded its inaugural human case this year of West Nile virus on June 25, the demand for prompt and effective mosquito control has entered the limelight, highlighting the significance of the program’s infrastructure and responsiveness. The infected, a woman in her 50s from the West Conroe vicinity, tested positive through a blood sample analyzed at a local ER, as per information from the Precinct 3 office, reported by the Houston Chronicle.
48th Annual South County 4th of July Parade “Saluting the Past. Celebrating the Future”
This 4th of July morning the South County 4th of July Parade kicked off at 9 a.m. and made its way around The Woodlands. The annual patriotic event celebrated its 48th year with the theme “Saluting the Past. Celebrating the Future” and welcomed thousands of spectators who lined the streets of The Woodlands Town Center and Market Street along a 1.3-mile parade route, beginning and ending at The Woodlands Methodist Church. The 93 parade participants included local dignitaries, local marching bands, street performers, fire engines, horses, floats, and so much more.
Investigation Launched After Man Found Dead Outside The Woodlands Mall
An unsettling discovery was made outside of The Woodlands Mall yesterday, prompting an investigation by local law enforcement. Authorities were alerted to the scene at around 9 a.m. following a welfare check call, where they found an unresponsive man. The individual, whose identity remains undisclosed pending family notification, was pronounced dead at the location of 1201 Lake Woodlands Drive, as reported by Click2Houston.
Liaty makes all-state soccer team
Oak Ridge has had one of the better female soccer teams in the area since before COVID hit. For the last four seasons, Sam Liaty has been a big reason why. As a sophomore, she helped lead to the team to a Sac-Joaquin Section and a Northern California Regional championship. As junior, Liaty scored seven goals and had four assists and this year in her senior season, Liaty scored 12 goals and added eight assists to a team that posted a 10-3-4 record and reach the quarterfinals of the Division I playoffs before losing in penalty kicks to Davis.
Houstonians stranded in Jamaica due to Beryl forced to pay $800 to stay at resort with no food
HOUSTON — A nightmare in paradise -- that's been the experience of some Houstonians trapped in Jamaica following Hurricane Beryl's impact on the Caribbean island. Now, they're desperate to get out while others in the storm's path try to do the same. Joe Sam and Tyrone Schealy both work...
Angela Diaz missing: Houston-area family seeks community help in search
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas - A family is pleading for the community’s help to find their missing loved one. 22-year-old Angela Marisol Diaz was last seen on Monday. According to her family, they tracked her phone to a location behind the Fitness Connection off of I-10 near a wooded area.
Houston Clings to Firework Tradition for Fourth of July as Other Cities Like San Antonio and Los Angeles Opt for Eco-friendly Drone Displays
As cities across the nation shift from traditional pyrotechnics to drones for their Fourth of July festivities, Houston is holding onto its explosive traditions. Despite the environmental push, Houston and several Texas cities have elected to stick with conventional fireworks shows, perhaps viewing the familiar bangs and colors as integral to the celebration of Independence Day. The Houston area will continue to feature booming spectacles, as reported by the Houston Chronicle. Chris Houston of Pooter's Fireworks encapsulated the sentiment, "You don't get the bang, you don't get the smell, it's silent. Fireworks aren't going anywhere, (they) smell like freedom."
Satellite company spots ‘significant deformation’ at Lake Livingston Dam
LAKE LIVINGSTON – A London-based company has spotted what they’ve described as “significant deformation” at the Lake Livingston Dam. KPRC 2 reporter Gage Goulding has been closely following developments at the Lake Livingston Dam starting on June 28 when the Trinity River Authority (TRA) which oversees Lake Livingston said the dam was being watched for a ‘potential failure.
The Isiah Factor crowns Best BBQ in Houston for their 2nd Annual BBQ Contest
HOUSTON - After deliberating long and hard, judges decided who would take home the bragging rights for the best ribs, brisket, turkey, sausage, sides, and Pit Master's Choice. As a part of The Factor's 2nd Annual BBQ Contest, judges blindly tasted each restaurant's dishes. You can watch the video in...
'Well, I have something for your little boy' | Texas mother with 2 Black children says neighbor hung noose in his yard to threaten them
MANVEL, Texas — A Manvel mom reached out to KHOU 11 News after she said her outcry for help fell on deaf ears. She said her neighbor has been harassing her and her family for several months even using racially charged tactics to intimidate them. Kat Ducommun said this...
Man charged in deadly shooting outside southwest Houston taco truck, records show
A man has been arrested for his alleged role in the shooting death of a man outside of a southwest Houston taco truck, according to records.Rontreyvius Wooten has been charged with murder for the July 3 shooting off Richmond Avenue near Dunvale Road.SEE ALSO: Residents concerned after homicide at SW Houston taco truck: 'Area is going in a negative way'Houston police officers were called to the scene after 1:30 a.m. Wednesday. Surveillance video obtained by ABC13 shows a white car driving into the parking lot off of Richmond just before the shooting; the car stops, and someone gets out and starts firing shots at the victim.Records show Wooten was arrested a couple of hours later at about 4:51 a.m.The motive, as well as his relationship with the victim, is not known.Wooten is in jail on a $1 million bond.
$15 Million Surgical Scandal Settlement by Baylor St. Luke's and Texas Med Centers Rocks Houston
In a revelation that is shaking up the medical community, Baylor College of Medicine and Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, along with Surgical Associates of Texas P.A., have agreed to shell out $15 million in response to a whistleblower's claims about concurrent surgeries gone wrong, according to reports from the Houston Chronicle and Hoodline. This historic settlement comes after accusations that surgeons at the institutions improperly supervised residents during critical portions of complex heart surgeries and even skipped informed consent procedures.
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