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Thousands of Katy ISD Students on campus this summer
KATY, TX (Covering Katy News) – As the fall semester approaches, more than 18,000 students are taking part in the Katy Summer Academic Term (KSAT), which includes targeted interventions and interest-specific learning opportunities. Some students also prepared for the upcoming fall season with academic, fine arts, or athletic camps.
Robbery suspect with felony warrant arrested in Harris County
HOUSTON, Texas — An adult female suspect with an open felony warrant for robbery is in custody following a fraud credit card call, authorities said. Deputy Hassan of Constable Mark Herman's Office apprehended the woman in the 200 block of Spears Road. Further investigation revealed she was also in...
Most common moving scams up 153% in Houston
HOUSTON (KIAH) — Buying or renting a new home or apartment can be a stressful time. Scammers are well aware of that, and they take advantage of people who are in the middle of moves, especially during the summer months when the most people are moving. HireAHelper, a website...
Charges filed against boyfriend after mother of 4 found hanging at dock
LEAGUE CITY, Texas (KHOU) - Police in Texas have made an arrest in the case of a woman found dead at a boat marina. James Hart was Giselle Salazar-Tapia’s boyfriend. He has been a person of interest for some time, but he isn’t being charged with murder at this time.
Hilarious Video: Cyclist Fleeing Houston Police Goes Mega-Viral
Well, folks, here's something you don't see every day... A video of a man fleeing Houston police on a bike, driving against traffic flow, and cutting between cars, went viral on Facebook. The original post, uploaded 7 days ago, has already been viewed 5 million times. Holy moly. Since this...
Debbie Allen And Phylicia Rashad Honor Mother's NASA Legacy In Touching Celebration
Renowned actresses Phylicia Rashad and Debbie Allen recently joined NASA in Houston, Texas, in honoring their mother, Vivian Ayers Allen’s history as a “hidden figure” of the Apollo 11 mission. Phylicia Rashad, who played Clair Huxtable on The Cosby Show, was the dean of Howard University’s College...
Suspect arrested for spitting on deputies during disturbance
HOUSTON, Texas — A woman was arrested after spitting on deputies during a disturbance in Harris County, authorities said. On July 24, 2024, deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Office responded to a disturbance in the 21500 block of Karpathos Isle Lane. Upon arrival, the female suspect fled on foot but was quickly apprehended after a brief pursuit. During her detention, she kicked, scratched, and spat on two deputies, according to a statement from Constable Mark Herman's Office.
Houston tax preparer pleads guilty to filing false tax returns
HOUSTON - A tax preparer pleaded guilty after admitting to aiding or assisting in the preparation of a false 2017 income tax return, officials said. According to a release, Christopher J. Guevara, admitted that from at 2018 to 2020, he owned and operated Chris Tax Service in Houston. SUGGESTED: Houston...
‘Talk is cheap’: Outage victims react to CenterPoint’s apologies and promises to do better
HOUSTON – People in the Almeda Plaza neighborhood say they don’t want to hear apologies and promises from CenterPoint Energy. They say actions speak louder than words. Since 86-year-old Julius Gordon Jr. got his power back on the day after our original story with him aired following hurricane beryl, its already gone out twice again. Once three days after it was restored, and then again today.
Houston water: Wastewater spill reported at 69th Street treatment plant
HOUSTON - The major rainfall sustained across the Houston area has resulted in the spill of domestic wastewater at the 69th Street Wastewater Treatment plant, authorities said. Officials said the domestic wastewater spill is greater than 100,000 gallons in the area of 2525 S Sgt. Macario Garcia Drive in Houston.
Hurricane Beryl and the future of Houston’s energy infrastructure
Hurricane Beryl caused an estimated 52 deaths worldwide and left 2.7 million Houston businesses, schools, and homes without power. In the wake of Beryl’s destruction, many residents are left with more questions than answers and a dire outlook on the future. Major steps need to be taken immediately for...
Houston husky rescued from Bird Island in dramatic operation
HOUSTON - The dog is now fittingly named Journey. He was on one that could have ended badly. It didn't thanks to social media networking and three determined women. "I actually try to rescue every dog I see on the road," said Hollie Thiel. SUGGESTED: Petco Love grants $25K to...
Child got sick, her face swelled, and threw up after developing a severe cough caused when she used the kindergarten worker’s smoking device; lawsuit
Houston, TX – According to the mother, her 1-year-old child reportedly got sick, her face got swoIIen and she vomited later asfter she was polsoned on her first day at the day care. The young mom, JoceIyn, filed a lawsuit against the facility after her child reportedly got access to a vappe pen, which belonged to a worker at the center. The child later became sick, her face got swoIIen after the nlcotine polsoning caused persistent cough and vomiting.
61-year-old woman accused of stealing from Westchase apartments damaged by Beryl, court docs say
Police have arrested a 61-year-old woman who is accused of breaking into multiple Westchase-area apartments that Hurricane Beryl damaged.According to court documents, Tamara Brown was working with two others, but they have yet to be arrested.A man told Eyewitness News he had to evacuate his unit at the Woodlake Oaks Apartments on Ella Lee near Gessner Road after his roof caved in.RELATED: Businesses impacted by Beryl see spike in burglaries while trying to recover, HPD saysOn Wednesday, he said thieves pried open his door and helped themselves to electronics.The door belonging to the unit next to him was so badly...
Dickinson residents brace for more rainfall amid ongoing flooding in neighborhoods
The water here in Dickinson is slowly receding, but with more rain in the forecast, residents know the situation is far from over.The video above is from ABC13's 24/7 livestream.The fields around Hughes Elementary School flooded with Thursday night's heavy rains.The water is draining toward the bayou, flooding the streets of neighborhoods on Hughes Road.Although the homes have stayed dry, the water came close to going in.At the Cimarron Country mobile home park, Mitchell Atkins, the park's maintenance man who has lived there for nine years, says it got as bad as Hurricane Harvey in a lot less time."It took Harvey longer to flood this bad. [It rained] between 3 a.m. and 4:30, and it got this bad. My grandson woke up at 4:30 and said, 'Papa I'm scared.' I said, 'Baby, it's just a thunderstorm. It's OK.' I looked outside at 6 o'clock and said, 'Oh my God.'"With more rain on the way, Dickinson residents remain on edge.
The Ralph Bivins Project – Podcast Guest John S. Moody Jr.
HOUSTON – (Realty News Report) – Houston lawyer John S. Moody, Jr. who has been involved in hundreds of Texas real estate transactions, offered insights on today’s realty market and the impact of Hurricane Beryl, which made landfall near Matagorda, Texas on July 8, 2024. RALPH BIVINS:...
'I was scared': Teen shot in Deer Park carjacking says he 'didn't care', wanted to protect stepmom
ONLY ON ABC13 will you hear the terrifying details from a 16-year-old who took a bullet to the chest while defending his stepmother during a carjacking in Deer Park.It's been a week no teenager ever expects, standing face to face with death on Tuesday and up walking by Friday.ABC13's Daniela Hurtado will have the full interview with the 16-year-old on Eyewitness News at 10 p.m.William Hammond said he is on a roller coaster of emotions and owes his miraculous recovery to God.ORIGINAL REPORT:Carjacking suspect shot 16-year-old in the chest in Deer Park before chase, Houston police sayWilliam was up and...
Man fatally shot while sleeping at Harmony House, bullet may have come from highway, authorities say
Authorities are investigating after a man was shot and killed while sleeping at a temporary housing facility for the homeless in Houston.The video above is from ABC13's 24/7 livestream.The victim, identified as 56-year-old Damon Spiller, was found dead at Harmony House on 702 Girarf St. at 9:50 a.m. on Wednesday.According to investigators, Spiller died from a gunshot wound.Houston police believe the gunshot was fired from the I-10 East Freeway ramp from the North I-45 lanes.Though Spiller was found Wednesday morning, authorities said the shooting could have happened on Saturday or Sunday.Harmony House released the following statement:We are deeply saddened and shocked by the tragic incident that claimed the life of one of our residents, who was fatally shot while sleeping in his bed. He was a hard-working individual, dedicated to improving and bettering his life. Everyone deserves to feel safe in their own bed at night; it's unfair that Damon had to lose his life this way. Harmony House sends their thoughts and prayers to his friends and family in this time of grief. We hope there is some way the police can figure out who committed this senseless and reckless act of violence.
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