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'He's old, but he's effective' | Rep. Al Green, Houston's Congressional Democrats stick with Biden as pressure mounts for him to step aside
HOUSTON — Pressure continues to mount on President Joe Biden to drop out of the presidential race after his dismal debate night last week. That debate performance raised more questions about the president's health and fitness for office. Now, a Democrat in Congress is urging Biden to step aside.
Man's parents say last place son was seen was at downtown Houston bar. His friends say he jumped out of their car on I-10
HOUSTON — Houston police said they're looking for a 22-year-old man who has been missing for days after a night out with friends. Kenneth Cutting's parents are worried. Police said they were told the last place Cutting was seen early Saturday morning was in downtown Houston. Since then, he hasn't been seen or heard from.
Cruise ship that departed from Port of Galveston among several cruises forced to reroute because of Hurricane Beryl
GALVESTON, Texas — As Hurricane Beryl continues on its path, several cruise ships have adjusted their routes to steer clear of the storm. Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas, which departed from Galveston early Sunday, is among those that changed its itinerary. Speaking to KHOU 11 News aboard...
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.
Pasadena council member, community leader call for transparency from city after 2 students’ scholarships were revoked
PASADENA, Texas — Confusion in Pasadena led to disappointment for two students after the city revoked their $500 college scholarships. Now, the community is coming together to support those students raising thousands of dollars to help them pay for college. The two students were awarded the new scholarships from...
Friendswood police searching for missing teen who they think could be in danger
FRIENDSWOOD, Texas — Friendswood police are hoping the public can help them find a teen who may be in danger. They said Josephine Whipple, 13, hadn't been seen since last Thursday when she told family members that she was going to spend the night at a friend's house. The...
Emergency management officials urge Texans to prepare now in case Hurricane Beryl heads this way
GALVESTON, Texas — It's going to be a few days before we know whether Hurricane Beryl will impact the Texas coast but emergency management officials are urging Texans to start preparing now -- just in case. After battering Grenada, Beryl continued churning through the Caribbean Sea Tuesday as a...
'She's been feuding with him for years' | 75-year-old woman accused of killing longtime neighbor
HOUSTON — The crime scene is long cleared along Baybriar Drive in Missouri City but memories of a shooting last Thursday evening remain painfully fresh. “I was standing right here when she shot him,” Tammy Evans said about the shooting death of her 66-year-old husband, Daryl. Evans said...
TRA: Damage to Lake Livingston dam was more visible after water receded
HOUSTON — A "potential failure watch" remains in effect for the Lake Livingston Dam after more damage was noticed, the Trinity River Authority said Tuesday. It was damage they said was more visible after recent rains receded. We first told you about damage to the dam’s spillway on Friday...
Texas congressman is the first Democrat to publicly call for Biden to step down as party's nominee
WASHINGTON D.C., DC — A House Democratic lawmaker has become the first in the party to publicly call for President Joe Biden to step down as the party's nominee for president, citing Biden’s debate performance against Donald Trump failing to “effectively defend his many accomplishments.”. Rep. Lloyd...
FBCSO arrests suspect in hit-and-run death of 61-year-old man who was riding bike near Needville
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — The Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office has arrested a suspect in the hit-and-run death of a 61-year-old bicyclist. Emilio Cruz Jr., 33, is charged with failure to stop and render aid after allegedly hitting the victim's bike on FM 361 at Pine Meadow Lane, which is just off Highway 36 between Rosenberg and Needville.
Special prosecutor to be appointed in Judge Kelli Johnson's DWI case, judge says
HOUSTON — Harris County criminal court Judge Kelli Johnson made her second court appearance Tuesday morning in downtown Houston after being arrested and charged with DWI last month. Johnson was in court to sign off on bond conditions. Part of those bond conditions include no drugs or alcohol use.
Are liquor stores open on July 4th?
HOUSTON — For those looking to make a trip to their local liquor store on the Fourth of July, you are in luck. Liquor stores will be open on the holiday. In Texas, liquor stores are only closed on Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day, according to the Texas Alcohol and Beverage Commission. If Christmas Day or New Year's Day falls on a Sunday, liquor stores will be closed the following Monday.
Three factors will determine if Beryl comes to Texas
HOUSTON — The strength of Hurricane Beryl has exceeded expectations and broken records. While it reached its peak overnight Monday into early Tuesday and is expected to weaken, it will still impact several islands and countries -- one of which could be the U.S., and more specifically, the Texas coastline.
U.S. Supreme Court will hear an appeal to upend Texas' age verification law for porn websites
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to hear an appeal from the adult entertainment industry seeking to upend a Texas law that requires pornographic websites to verify the age of their users. The justices will review an appellate ruling that allowed the age verification to go into...
'Sad day': 50-year-old North Texas Tex-Mex restaurant destroyed by fire
CLEBURNE, Texas — A longtime North Texas Tex-Mex restaurant was destroyed in a fire this week, officials said. The La Fiesta restaurant at 700 N. Main St. in downtown Cleburne caught fire sometime around 1 a.m., when firefighters were dispatched on a report of smoke in the area, according to the Cleburne Fire Department.
'We want answers' | Houston families demand justice after dogs die of heat stroke while in care of Rover sitter
HOUSTON — A Rover dog sitter is being investigated for animal cruelty after several dogs died in her care. Jessica Hayward and her husband are grieving the sudden loss of their one-and-a-half-year-old dog, Goose, they left in the hands of a woman they found on Rover. "Goose was everything....
Part of highway in Baytown buckles under Houston heat
BAYTOWN, Texas — All of Harris County was under a heat advisory on Sunday and Monday. And it’s not just taking its toll of people. Roads are feeling the heat, as well. That includes a road in Baytown that buckled, apparently from the heat. Samantha K. shared video that showed a big issue with Highway 146 near Main Street.
Some streets in downtown Houston are already closed for the Freedom Over Texas fireworks show on July 4th
HOUSTON — Tens of thousands of people are expected to attend the City of Houston's big Shell Freedom Over Texas celebration in Eleanor Tinsley Park along Allen Parkway. Enjoy six hours of live music, lawn games and a children's entertainment zone with games and rides. This year's headliner is...
Houston-area Taekwondo students headed to nationals
JERSEY VILLAGE, Texas — When you step on the mat you toe the line of power and precision. In Jersey Village at No Limits Martial Arts, strength and athleticism is on full display. "It really is just about believing in yourself," said coach and owner Dara Gilliland, who herself...
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