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Mayorkas’ parole programs allegedly facilitate violent crimes against US citizens, according to reports.
Several reports indicate that Americans across the country have experienced a surge in violent crime cases that are associated with parole programs established by the Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Alejandro Mayorkas. Single men who are inadmissible under federal law have been entering the U.S. illegally, and a pattern has...
Amazon Electric Vans Ignite In Houston Heat. Rivian Rules Out Battery Fault
Electric vehicle fires are rare, but they quickly make headlines due to the new technology and ongoing public education about EV safety. A recent incident that caught our attention involved three Rivian Amazon Electric Delivery Vans (EDVs) bursting into flames at an Amazon fulfillment center in Houston, Texas, this week.
Houston man charged with bigamy after wife finds out about 2nd wedding through Facebook: Records
A Houston woman told ABC13 that she found out through social media that her husband was getting re-married while he was still married to her.Marcus Andra Shorten, 53, is charged with bigamy, but he has not been arrested.According to court records, Houston police found two marriage licenses but not a divorce decree."You can't go around lying and misleading individuals at your self-satisfaction," Tammie, who married Shorten in 2012 and requested that ABC13 use only her first name, said.She said the couple separated in 2019, but they never divorced because he didn't want his family to think he was a "failure."...
ASTROS GAMER: Houston surges late to beat Toronto
The Houston Astros defeated the Toronto Blue Jays __ on Wednesday night inside the Rogers Centre. The victory continues the Astros success over the past few weeks and moves their record to 44-42. HOW IT HAPPENED:. The Blue Jays went with Yusei Kikuchi on the mound in this one. He...
Punk Rock Priests: New Film 'Parallel Love' Tells Story Of Georgia Band Luxury
Going from punk rock to the priesthood is not a common progression. Then again, Georgia band Luxury never followed the rules. A new film called Parallel Love: The Story of a Band Called Luxury follows the Toccoa and Athens group through their brush with death and, eventually, three members becoming Eastern Orthodox priests. The documentary feature makes its Georgia premiere at the Plaza Theatre in Atlanta on Wednesday, June 19 and at Ciné in Athens on Thursday, June 20.
East Texas woman honors late husband by continuing to host veteran gatherings at outdoor retreat center
ORE CITY, Texas — David Smithers, a U.S. Army veteran, passed away in June, and while his family is still grieving, they are also reflecting on the kind person he was. “My husband had a difficult life. He struggled with problems himself and to get out of the city and find peace here was one of his greatest joys,” said Victoria Smithers, David's wife and co-founder of nonprofit Counting Stars Ranch in Ore City.
Retired military dogs reunite with their former Marine Corps handlers after years apart
Two military service members -- U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Isaac Weissend and Marine Corps veteran Dalton Stone -- have been reunited with the dogs they handled in service overseas. Weissend and Stone first connected while serving in Japan with one another as military dog, or K-9, handlers. They built a strong bond with each other and became best friends. They also created strong connections with their respective German shepherd counterparts, 6-year-old male Poker and 6-year-old female Aida. Poker and Weissend even protected President Joe Biden during a special mission in Korea, where they swept flights, hotels, vehicles, and buildings for explosives. "Every day with Poker was a great day," Weissend said, according to American Humane, an animal-welfare organization that helped reunite the men with their K-9s.
‘Vaccinated and loved’: Lufkin animal shelter to offer free vaccines
LUFKIN, Texas (KETK) – The City of Lufkin said Kurth Memorial Animal Shelter is once again offering free vaccines on Friday to protect pets against diseases and infections. According to a release, from noon to 5 p.m. at 1901 Hill St., Kurth Memorial will be administering free vaccines that pets should receive annually. In partnership […]
Game warden stresses importance of safety while on East Texas lakes this summer
GREGG COUNTY, Texas — With summer in full swing, people are visiting the many lakes in the East Texas area to enjoy the water, but what about safety? Officials are asking boaters and swimmers to take extra precautions when entering lakes. They are asking boaters to make sure to...
World-ranked Warren athlete to compete internationally
WARREN – Amanda Jordan, a Fred resident, who qualified for a spot in the World Championships this year, is all set to compete. Jordan, however, could use a little help getting there. The fundraiser on Go Fund Me titled “Help Amanda Jordan Reach the Finish Line” has a goal...
New water resort that’s the ‘largest of its kind’ in America opens with 46 pools, saunas, and full-service bar
LOOKING for a world-class hot spring experience in the states? Head no farther than North Texas, where WorldSprings, America’s largest outdoor mineral springs resort, has opened this summer. The resort features a whooping total of 46 pools with 41 mineral hot springs, two freshwater pool, and three cold plunges. Like a typical hot spring experience, […]
'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...
Father dies, 2 daughters injured in crash in The Woodlands, DPS says
THE WOODLANDS, Texas — A father died and his two daughters were injured in a crash in The Woodlands early Thursday, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. This happened just after midnight on Sawdust Road near the North Freeway. Details are limited but DPS said the father...
One phone call drains $17K from Pearland woman’s bank account
PEARLAND, Texas – You’ve heard these stories before about criminals pretending to be a bank or business and scamming customers out of hundreds, even thousands of dollars. And once you get scammed, there’s sadly not much you (or the banks) can do. That was the sad fate...
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