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Teenager reportedly shot in abdomen in Pasadena
PASADENA, Texas – A teenager has reportedly been shot in the Pasadena area Monday morning. Details were limited, however, the shooting took place on Pasadena Boulevard at Raspberry Lane. The 18-year-old was said to have been shot in the abdomen. They were transported to the hospital in stable condition.
Texas Surrogacy Company Owner Stole Funds For Rap Career
Houston based, Surrogacy Escrow Account Management(SEAM) is a company designed to give intended parents an account in which to store money for their surrogate's payments and medical bills. WFAA reports that SEAM owner Dominique Side allegedly stole the money and used it to "bankroll her music career as 'Dom,' a...
Heat-related deaths climb in Texas after Beryl left millions without power
SPRING, Texas – As the temperature soared in the Houston-area home Janet Jarrett shared with her sister after losing electricity in Hurricane Beryl, she did everything she could to keep her 64-year-old sibling cool.But on their fourth day without power, she awoke to hear Pamela Jarrett, who used a wheelchair and relied on a feeding tube, gasping for breath. Paramedics were called but she was pronounced dead at the hospital, with the medical examiner saying her death was caused by the heat."It's so hard to know that she's gone right now because this wasn't supposed to happen to her," Janet...
Houston crime: 4 teens shot, killed in Houston area in the past week
HOUSTON - Last Monday, 15-year-old Aaden Bailey was shot and killed. Another 15-year-old was shot and survived. On Saturday, the victim was 14-year-old Abraham Choukair. His relatives tell us they are devastated. SUGGESTED: Heartbreaking Discovery: 2 infants found abandoned in Houston, Baby Moses Law explained. "Guns were made for people...
Houston ISD launches new app to provide news from the district
HOUSTON – The Houston Independent School District has launched a new app which will provide news from the district to families. The HISD Source app is an app designed to keep families, staff, and community members informed and connected, according to the district. Final plans for 'District of Innovation'
'He keeps coming back' | Despite multiple arrests, neighbors say same man is peeking into their homes in middle of night
HOUSTON — Neighbors shot video Sunday night of a man’s sixth arrest in as many years -- it happened minutes after someone reported that he was peeping into their window. "You know, it’s months and months off, he's in jail, he’s out of jail, but he keeps coming back,” Gavi Lomnitz said.
Cigna launches impact fund aimed at tackling health disparities
Cigna has created a new impact fund that aims to address health disparities commonly impacting local communities. The insurer's philanthrophic arm, the Cigna Group Foundation, will operate the Cigna Group Health Equity Impact Fund. Through the program, Cigna will contribute $9 million over the next three years to tackle disparities and inequities across priority states.
Back-to-School health checklist: Vaccines, exams, and supplies
Houston - In just a few weeks, students will be heading back to school, so it's time to make sure your child is up-to-date on all of their vaccines required to attend class. It's also the perfect time to make sure kids are healthy from head to toe!. While many...
Kick off the Olympics with us! KPRC 2 Insiders, enter for a chance to attend our opening ceremony watch party
HOUSTON – Watch the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics on the set of Houston Life! Witness the pageantry, the parade of nations, and the breathtaking performances that mark the beginning of the Games. Twenty KPRC 2 Insiders and their plus ones will be invited to join in...
Student-Athlete Duo Represents Cougars at Big 12 Beyond Borders
HOUSTON – University of Houston student-athletes Parker Jenkins and Paris Kimble, along with Senior Associate Athletics Director for Academic Services Dr. Cliff Harrell and Director of Student-Athlete Development La'Ron Haywood, represented the Cougars at the Big 12 Conference's inaugural immersion program titled "Big 12 Beyond Borders" Washington, D.C., earlier this month.
Houston electric accounts show power use during Hurricane Beryl power outages
No electricity for up to 11 miserable, sweltering days, and now, some of you are saying your electric provider charged you for kilowatts there’s no way you could have used when you had no power. How is this possible? And what can you do about it? KPRC 2 Investigative...
Warning Issued for Texas Most Wanted Fugitive and a $4,000 Reward
AUSTIN – Jorge Hernandez Dionicio, a criminal illegal immigrant, is one of Texas’ 10 Most Wanted. This month, he is the Featured Fugitive, and authorities are urging the public to be vigilant. Details:. Name: Jorge Hernandez Dionicio. Aliases: Jorge Hernandez-Dionicio, Noe Vega. Age: 33. Height: 5 feet 3...
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