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Houston crime: Man sentenced to life after fatal robbery of Houston rapper in 2019
Houston - A 22-year-old Houston man has been sentenced to life in prison for the capital murder of 19-year-old rapper Christian Alexander Lezama. The sentencing, which took place late Thursday, follows Jourdan Ellison's conviction for the 2019 murder during a planned robbery. ◀︎ ▶︎. ▼. We Found the Best...
1,000+ pets adoptable for $35 each at Petco Love Mega Adoption Event
National non-profit Petco Love teams up with Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA), Houston Animal Welfare Organizations, and BOBS® from Skechers® for Mega Adoption Event on August 17th and 18th at George R. Brown Convention Center. Petco Love is hosting a Mega Adoption Event® in Houston, in partnership with Brandywine...
NASA Dedicates Building To Women Of Apollo 11 Mission, Including Phylicia Rashad And Debbie Allen’s Mother
Poet Vivian Ayers Allen was honored for her literary contributions that helped promote space exploration. In a July 19 ceremony, NASA renamed the Johnson Space Center the “Dorothy Vaughan Center in Honor of Women of Apollo.” Actresses Phylicia Rashad and her sister Debbie Allen attended the ceremony, which also recognized their mother, Vivian Ayers Allen, for her contributions to the 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing.
Anthony Banda makes best of chance with Dodgers
HOUSTON – The Dodgers’ Anthony Banda was throwing in the outfield during his high school baseball team’s practice when a trainer first realized he could be a pitcher not far from Corpus Christi, Texas. Up to that point, Banda played in right field and worked on his craft offensively and defensively at Sinton High.
Rio Hondo lands three on TSWA 3A All-State Baseball Teams
RIO HONDO — Three Rio Hondo Bobcats earned statewide recognition for their play on the diamond during the 2024 season as Christopher Galvan, Joshua Laster and Ruben Castellanos were named to the Texas Sports Writers Association 3A all-state teams Tuesday. Galvan and Laster were named to the TSWA 3A...
Texas ‘Tax-Free’ Weekend Coming Up August 9-11 For Back To School
Those three dreaded words that indicate an abrupt end to summer fun are here, "BACK TO SCHOOL." Luckily, the Great State of Texas has an upcoming opportunity for you to save some money on the items you need for class, so you can look good and learn even gooder'er. The...
Here Are 9 of The Most Heinous Crimes To Ever Happen In Texas
You hear it all the time. Things are bigger in Texas. It's true. There are plenty of things I can think of that are Texas-sized. From the tallest building in Houston to the largest football field at Texas A&M. Things in Texas are huge. Unfortunately, that also means crime. Texas...
Patrick calls for CenterPoint to pay back $800M lease for generators
Following the Senate Special Committee's meeting, Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick released a statement saying CenterPoint spent $800 million on "massive generators" that could not "be quickly used" by companies needing power during Hurricane Beryl. Millions of Texans were without power for days after the storm hit.
What's Saharan dust? Here's why it's important in the forecast
This week, southeast Texas could be impacted by a thick plume of Saharan dust. In addition to the hazy skyline, Saharan dust can reduce air quality, affecting those with existing respiratory problems.Dr. Jennifer Ukwu is a primary care physician with Memorial Hermann. In a conversation with ABC13 Meteorologist Elyse Smith, Ukwu confirmed that Saharan dust doesn't necessarily lead to new health problems.However, it could further agitate the symptoms of those with existing health concerns such as asthma, allergies, or underlying lung conditions."Keep an eye on the air quality levels to exercise additional precautions to kind of minimize their triggers for...
Bye Bye Baby: Why Are There So Many Abandoned Newborns in Texas?
The last place an unwanted newborn baby should be put is often the first place to look: the trash. With the expansion of Safe Haven locations and the promotion of the Baby Moses law, the continued discoveries of the most helpless members of society. infants, left in dangerous locations is confusing as it is disturbing.
BE ALERT: SNAP Hot Foods Purchases Approved In Texas
According to Texas News, Austin, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on Monday, July 22 that the Texas Health and Human Services received approval to allow the Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program also known as SNAP to purchase food and ready-to-eat meals with their benefits. HOT FOOD IS NOW ACCEPTED IN TEXAS.
In one week, major DOJ actions in Texas against Chinese national, top Sinaloa cartel leaders
(The Center Square) – The Department of Justice took two major actions in the fight against fentanyl manufacturing and distribution, including indicting a Chinese national and arresting two top Sinaloa Cartel members, all in Texas. On July 22, the DOJ announced Chinese national Minsu Fang, 48, was indicted for his role in a conspiracy to import what is believed to be the largest amount of fentanyl precursors seized in the Southern District of Texas and among the largest in the country. ...
Manhunt continues for suspects accused of shooting at undercover officer in SE Houston
Several people were detained but later released after an undercover Houston police officer was shot at in southeast Houston overnight.ABC13 was live at the scene when several people were taken into custody around 7 a.m. Tuesday. Officers with shields had their guns drawn as several individuals walked out of a business with their hands in the air.In a later update, HPD told ABC13 that all of the people who were detained have since been released. Investigators are still searching for the suspects accused of firing at the officer, though it's unclear how many people they are looking for.Just after midnight,...
21-year-old woman found safe after Houston kidnapping incident, police investigating
Houston police are investigating the early morning kidnapping of 21-year-old Jada Robinson, who has since been found safe. Early Tuesday morning, authorities say that Robinson was kidnapped from her home in the 4200 Block of Jarmese. According to the Houston Police Department, a call was dropped at 12:30 a.m. reporting people fighting in the street.
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