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Man reportedly diagnosed with dementia last seen Saturday in Spring Branch area
HOUSTON – Authorities are searching for a man who has been missing since Saturday in the Spring Branch area of Houston. Leeo Gisland, 68, reportedly has dementia and was last seen around 4 p.m. Saturday walking with a cane away from the 1700 block of Gessner Road. He was...
Watch: Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez hits for the cycle
The Houston Astros dropped a big game in the American League West race on Sunday, losing 6-4 to the Seattle Mariners to drop them into a tie for the top spot in the division. There was, however, some good news to come out of that game for club.Astros star slugger Yordan Alvarez hit for his first career cycle in the game, connecting for a single, double, triple and home run in the loss.Alvarez completed the cycle in the top of the eighth inning when he doubled down the right field line. YORDAN ALVAREZ HAS JUST HIT FOR THE CYCLE!!!! pic.twitter.com/Pgo8CoNMzn— Houston Astros...
Alternate angle of Julio Rodriguez collision is downright terrifying
Seattle Mariners superstar outfielder Julio Rodriguez left Sunday's game against the Houston Astros with a right leg injury suffered while playing defense. He was able to leave the field with the help of trainers and put some weight on it, which is a good sign. The visuals, however, of the...
Harris County sheriff reveals identity of victim fatally stabbed on W. Little York Road
Authorities are investigating a man's death after he was stabbed by a woman on Saturday night, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.The deceased man has been identified as Dominique Richardson (35). https://t.co/LjO2Ve4syT— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) July 21, 2024 HCSO investigators identified the victim as 35-year-old Dominique Richardson.Authorities say that the incident happened at around 10:48 p.m. at an apartment unit on 7740 W. Little York Road.According to deputies, Richardson and a woman got into a confrontation before she stabbed him.Both were taken to hospitals, officials said.Richardson was pronounced dead at the hospital. The woman is in fair condition.While no arrests have been made, the case will be referred to a Harris County grand jury.
Woman Allegedly Scammed $10M From Surrogates To Launch Rap Career
Dominque Side intended to earn the trust of parents seeking surrogacy solutions. Instead, federal authorities are investigating her Houston-based Surrogacy Escrow Account Management LLC for allegedly misappropriating millions to fund Side’s extravagant lifestyle and aspiring rap career. Allegations against Side include using escrow funds, earmarked for surrogates, to launch...
New Senior Associate Dean for Degree Programs
James Weston, the Harmon Whittington Professor of Finance, will join the Rice Business leadership team as senior associate dean for degree programs. James joined the Rice Business faculty in 2000 and has taught popular courses on economics and finance in all of the Rice Business MBA programs. James’ academic experience has been recognized often. He has presented his peer-reviewed research on corporate finance and financial institutions at many universities worldwide, and his work has been cited by journalists and in congressional testimony. He is also committed to teaching, having received many awards over the years. James was speaker of the Rice University Faculty Senate during 2014-16.
Texans training camp: Jalen Pitre takes snaps at former position
When the huddle broke during 11-on-11 drills Saturday at Houston Texans training camp, one defensive player was lined up out of his usual position. Third-year safety Jalen Pitre had shifted down closer to the line of scrimmage as Houston’s starting nickel defender for a pair of series. Jimmie Ward remained at free safety while veteran Eric Murray took reps on the strong side.
Erica Enders Nominated for Texas Sports Hall of Fame
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Selection Committee has nominated six-time NHRA Pro Stock world champion Erica Enders to their 2025 primary ballot. Enders, a Houston native, has been competing in drag racing since she was eight years old. With 50 national event wins, 49 in the Pro Stock category, she is the winningest professional female driver in all of motorsports’ history and one of the most decorated drag racers of all time.
Fort Bend County to Fulshear and Katy Sees Local Dining Scene Boom with New Thai, Boba, and Pho Eateries
Fort Bend County's dining landscape is witnessing a significant expansion with the recent and upcoming openings of several eateries that promise to cater to a variety of palates. According to the Houston Chronicle, newcomers include Absolute Thai Cuisine, serving up authentic Thai street food, and Revive Cafe, a kid-friendly spot in Fulshear with boba tea and specialty coffees on its menu. Also joining the fray is Trophy Tea Café in Katy, blending poke bowls with an array of boba and fruit teas.
Houston crime: Woman found dead with multiple stab wounds in backyard
Houston - A 62-year-old woman was found dead with stab wounds in her backyard in northwest Houston on Saturday. Authorities responded to the call at 20800 Sunshine Meadow around 7:00 p.m. and discovered the victim, who was pronounced dead at the scene, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. FOX 26 Houston...
Heat-related deaths climb in Texas after Hurricane Beryl left millions without power
Beryl knocked out electricity to nearly 3 million homes and businesses at the height of the outages, which lasted days or much longer, and hospitals reported a spike in heat-related illnesses.
CenterPoint Energy restores electricity to all customers
HOUSTON – Nearly two weeks after Beryl tore through Houston, CenterPoint Energy says everyone that can get power in their homes or business should have it back now, according to CNN. The remaining outages are for places so badly damaged that power cannot be physically turned back on yet.
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