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Repairs to sewer manhole to cause lane closures at intersection of Laurent and Rio Grande
VICTORIA, Texas – The outside northbound lane of Laurent Street and the outside eastbound lane of Rio Grande Street will be closed at the intersection of these streets for repairs to a sewer manhole.
Victoria ISD seeks community input on next superintendent
VICTORIA, Texas - A community survey for the superintendent search is now open. The Victoria Independent School District (VISD) Board of Trustees is looking for input from the community as the board starts the process of selecting and hiring the next superintendent.
Victoria Police looking to identify woman wanted in multiple thefts
VICTORIA, Texas - The Victoria Police Department is looking for information to identify a woman wanted in multiple thefts from stores located in the 4100 block of Houston Hwy and the 9000 block of N. Navarro Street. The individual has long black hair and tattoos on her arms and chest.
Astros should've traded for Giants lefty Blake Snell, but under one condition
So the Houston Astros' search for another starting pitcher is entering a crucial stretch with the MLB trade deadline set to expire at 6 p.m. ET. Astros GM Dana Brown is surely working the phones and trying to make at least one more key addition to Houston's roster. While it...
Skenes gets no-decision, Taylor’s 9th-inning homer lifts Pirates over Astros 6-3
HOUSTON (AP) — Paul Skenes allowed one earned run over six innings in a no-decision and Michael A. Taylor hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the ninth off Josh Hader that led the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Houston Astros 6-3 on Monday night. Skenes lowered his ERA from 1.93...
15-year-old arrested, accused of stabbing 62-year-old woman to death in northwest Harris County
A teen is in custody accused of fatally stabbing a woman in northwest Harris County last week.Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the 15-year-old is charged with murder in connection with 62-year-old Dana Magnuson's death.Arrest update: a 15-year-old male has been arrested and charged with Murder in connection with the stabbing death of Dana Magnuson (62). The teen is now in custody at the Harris County Juvenile Detention Center. #HouNews https://t.co/wVK12gzTPN— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) July 29, 2024 On July 20, at about 7 p.m., HCSO deputies responded to the 20800 block of Sunshine Spring and found the victim with multiple stab...
Astros land All-Star in trade with Blue Jays
The Houston Astros have reportedly landed the left-handed pitcher they’ve sorely needed ahead of the MLB trade deadline. The Astros on Monday agreed to a trade with the Toronto Blue Jays to acquire starting pitcher Yusei Kikuchi, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The Houston Astros have acquired left-hander Yusei Kikuchi from the Toronto Blue Jays,... The post Astros land All-Star in trade with Blue Jays appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Woman's estranged husband charged with capital murder after deadly shooting at Cypress-area apartment, sheriff says
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — A woman’s estranged husband faces a capital murder charge after deputies say he shot and killed a friend of hers on Monday, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. The sheriff said Kerry Cunningham is now charged in the shooting death of Clifton Lee...
Former Progreso City Council candidate pleads not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A former Progreso City Council candidate pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking charges Monday. Dagoberto “Dago” Treviño, 45, of Progreso appeared in federal court Monday afternoon wearing jeans and a fishing shirt. With one hand cuffed to a chain around his waist, Treviño said he understood the charges and pleaded […]
Houston Area Man Mistakenly Hands Deputies Meth Instead of ID, Charged with Possession
Source: Facebook/Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4. Deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Office apprehended a man after responding to a disturbance call in the 10500 block of Mills Road. Upon arrival, the deputies encountered an individual who, during an attempt to identify himself, inadvertently revealed a clear baggie containing crystal methamphetamine and a glass pipe, mistaking them for his identification card.
Houston, Texas Mother Accused Of Leaving Children Behind To Go On Cruise
A mother from Houston, Texas is currently accused of leaving her children behind to go on a cruise. Here's the details we know currently. As reported by KHOU 11, Lakesha Woods Williams allegedly left her children behind on April 4th, 2024. Neighbors at her place of residence reportedly saw Woods leave around 12:00 PM on the day in question. Five days later, on April 9th, neighbors worried about Williams' children alerted law enforcement.
Texas couple sues City of Fayetteville over short-term rental rules
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A couple from Texas is suing the City of Fayetteville over its rules regarding short-term rentals. The complaint says that the Hauses bought a property in Fayetteville in 2023 to have a place to stay during their trips to visit their daughter, a student at the University of Arkansas who requires regular care due to health concerns.
Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Fort Bend, Harris, Jackson Counties July 30
AUSTIN — FEMA is opening Disaster Recovery Centers in Fort Bend, Harris and Jackson counties July 30 to provide one-on-one help to Texans affected by Hurricane Beryl. The centers operate from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Saturday, closed Sunday. Any center can help with both Hurricane Beryl and the April 26-June 5 storms and flooding. To find the center location nearest you go to fema.gov/drc.
Galveston County crime: Man charged following roofing fraud investigation
GALVESTON COUNTY, Texas - One man is facing charges in Galveston County following a roofing fraud investigation, officials said. According to a release, Michael Kennedy, 41, of Dickinson, was charged with felony criminal mischief. SUGGESTED: Families of Santa Fe shooting victims begin long-awaited civil trial. Authorities said Kennedy, who is...
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