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Motorcycle-riding sultan crowned Malaysian king
Malaysia on Saturday installed a motorcycle-riding billionaire sultan as its new king in lavish ceremonies for a post seen as a ballast in times of political crises. The coronation ceremony for King Sultan Ibrahim, 65, at the National Palace in Kuala Lumpur followed his oathtaking in January as the country's 17th monarch.
Houston mourns the loss of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee
HOUSTON, Texas — After a short but hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer, Texas Democratic giant and Houston powerhouse Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee has passed away. The Houston Police Department mourns the passing of United States Representative Sheila Jackson Lee. For more than three decades, Congresswoman Jackson Lee dedicated herself to serving the people of Houston, the State of Texas, and the nation. "HPD is forever grateful for the congresswoman's commitment to justice and her legacy of helping those in need," stated the department.
Johnston Co. sheriff's office gears up for grant funding
OKLAHOMA (KTEN) — During this year's legislative session, lawmakers appropriated $18 million for the Oklahoma Sheriff's Office Funding Assistance Grant Program. "This is the epitome of tax money coming back to the community," said Johnston County Sheriff Gary Dodd. "In which it comes from to help benefit those citizens. If you look at all 77 of us we are the largest law enforcement entity that enforces state law in this state."
Electrical failure likely caused fatal McKinney plane crash, NTSB says
MCKINNEY, Texas — An electrical failure is suspected to have caused a fatal plane crash near McKinney, resulting in two deaths and one serious injury, according to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB).On June 27, 2024, at 10:28 a.m., a Cessna 414A, registered as N414BS, crashed shortly after takeoff from runway 18 at McKinney National Airport. The private pilot, identified as 67-year-old Michael Lewis of Forney, and a passenger, 53-year-old Gustavo Moreno of Royse City, were killed. A second passenger, 35-year-old Randy Williams, sustained critical injuries, according to family members.The flight was intended to be an avionics check, conducted by...
Burglary at Odessa laundromat under investigation
ODESSA, Texas — A burglary occurred at the Fun Wash laundromat early Monday morning, according to local authorities. On July 1, 2024, at approximately 4 a.m., two suspects forcibly entered the business located at 801 S. Grant Ave. and burglarized the premises, according to a press release from the Odessa Police Department.
Midland man dies after vehicle-pedestrian collision
MIDLAND, Texas — A 43-year-old Midland man died Friday after a vehicle-pedestrian collision earlier in the day at the intersection of Dallas Street and Florida Avenue. Midland Police reported that a 1994 Chevrolet 1500 was traveling eastbound around 5 p.m. in the 300 block of East Florida when “a vehicle pulled out in front of (the Chevrolet 1500) in the same lane of travel,” forcing the 19-year-old driver of the Chevrolet to make “an evasive maneuver into the outside lane to avoid collision.”
UNT alumni team rolls to opening-round win in The Basketball Tournament
We Are Bleed Green knew they were in for a new challenge this summer in The Basketball Tournament. The North Texas alumni team started out as a big underdog in its debut three years ago. We Are Bleed Green have quickly developed into a favorite since. They certainly looked like...
Women's sports protected, sex changes for minors banned
(The Center Square) – Ensurance of “fairness and safety in women’s sports,” and a ban on genital reassignment surgery was signed into law in New Hampshire on Friday by Gov. Chris Sununu. The governor acted on several bills Friday, singling out legislation to provide further explanation,...
Vandals target vehicles in Odessa with BB guns, police say, damaging about 12 vehicles
ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department is warning the public about a series of vandalisms that occurred last night in North and Northeast Odessa. Approximately a dozen incidents of criminal mischief were reported, where unknown subjects used a BB gun to shoot out vehicle windows, according to a press release from the department. All the vehicles were parked and unoccupied during the time of each incident.
Killeen police seek information in homicide investigation
KILLEEN, Texas — Detectives with the Killeen Police Department's Criminal Investigation Division have identified the victim of a recent homicide as 21-year-old Willie Bibbins IV. Officers were dispatched at 4:40 p.m. on July 18, 2024, to the 2100 block of N W.S. Young Drive in reference to a shooting...
Odessa Police Honor Guard Attends Funeral for Fallen Harris County Deputy
ODESSA, Texas — The Odessa Police Department Honor Guard attended the funeral for Fallen Harris County Deputy Fernando Esqueda on Thursday. Deputy Esqueda, a member of the Violent Persons Task Force, passed away on July 11 after being shot in an ambush attack by a wanted subject. He had served with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office for approximately five years.
Mexican national residing in Houston sentenced to 51 months for smuggling firearms into Mexico
DEL RIO, Texas — A Mexican national residing in Houston has been sentenced to 51 months in federal prison for smuggling firearms and other goods from the United States into Mexico. Gustavo Belmudez-Ramirez, 36, of Houston, Texas, was found guilty of making false declarations regarding weapons, ammunition, and currency...
Man found dead in parked vehicle in Dallas
DALLAS, Texas — A man was found dead inside a parked vehicle on Fernwood Avenue, Dallas police say. On July 18, 2024, at approximately 2:35 PM, Dallas police responded to a call regarding a vehicle parked in the 2300 block of Fernwood Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim deceased inside the vehicle, according to a press release from the Dallas Police Department.
Dallas police seek information in fatal hit-and-run on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
DALLAS, Texas — A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run early on July 4, 2024, on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, according to Dallas police. The preliminary investigation determined that 35-year-old Lydie Zebaze Metsindon was walking on the Cedar Crest bridge when an unknown vehicle traveling northbound on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard struck her. The driver fled the scene without stopping to assist Zebaze Metsindon, who died at the scene.
Dallas police investigate fatal shooting of 18-year-old
DALLAS, Texas — An 18-year-old was fatally shot late Thursday night in Dallas, police say. On July 18, 2024, at about 11:25 p.m., Dallas Police responded to a shooting call in the 11300 block of Amanda Lane. The preliminary investigation determined that when officers arrived, they found 18-year-old Khamoni Williams, of Dallas, Texas, shot and lying on the ground.
Forney man sentenced to 120 years for child pornography and molestation
FORNEY, Texas — A Forney man who filmed himself molesting a toddler and used concealed cameras to capture nude images of preteens was sentenced Thursday to 120 years in federal prison, announced U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Leigha Simonton. Leslie Michael Alt, 40, was indicted in...
Cedar Park man sentenced for illegal firearms dealing and false statements to ATF
CEDAR PARK, Texas — A Cedar Park man has been sentenced to one year and one day in federal prison for dealing in firearms without a license and making false statements to ATF agents. Andrew Darley Pennington, 40, will also serve three years of supervised release and forfeit 32...
Montgomery County authorities arrest suspect in Spring shooting
SPRING, Texas — Authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting of John Dennis Holmes III, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office. On July 19, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., deputies from the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office SWAT and the Gulf Coast Violent Offender Task Force apprehended 20-year-old Mark Anthony Crooms Jr. in the 400 block of South Bender in Humble, Texas. Crooms has been charged with murder and is being transported to the Montgomery County Jail.
Shooting in Killeen Leaves One Dead, Police Seek Information
KILLEEN, Texas — A man was found dead after a shooting on the 2100 block of N W.S. Young Drive on Sunday afternoon. Officers were dispatched at 4:40 p.m. and discovered an unconscious male suffering from a gunshot wound. Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson pronounced the victim deceased at 6:30 p.m. The name of the victim has been withheld pending notification of next of kin.
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