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7 Harris Co. residents infected with West Nile Virus, county health officials say
Harris County Public Health is urging everyone to protect themselves against mosquito-borne illnesses after seven residents were infected with West Nile Virus.Additionally, 520 mosquito samples tested positive.County health officials said the virus can cause serious disease and is most commonly spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. They said people tend to develop symptoms about two weeks after being bitten.Those symptoms include developing a rash, fever, headache, body aches, nausea and vomiting."While most people infected by West Nile virus experience mild or no symptoms, some can become very sick," local health authority Ericka Brown said. "Protecting yourself and your...
Multiple lawsuits filed against CenterPoint over power outage failures
(The Center Square) – Multiple lawsuits have been filed against CenterPoint Energy, including three this week, over power outage failures in southeast Texas after Hurricane Beryl hit on July 8 and it took 12 days to restore power to customers who were able to receive it. Gov. Greg Abbott demanded that CenterPoint meet a list of requirements by July 31. The Public Utility Commission and the Texas legislature also launched an investigation. The PUC held its first public meeting on the issue Thursday; next month...
Special Counsel appointed in DWI case of Harris County Judge Kelli Johnson
HOUSTON – Harris County Judge Kelli Johnson’s DWI case is moving to Montgomery County. Johnson is the elected official of the 178th District Court. In June, she was arrested by a Houston Police Officer for suspicion of driving while intoxicated. According to her Defense Attorney Chris Tritico, she blew a 0.0.
Houston man sentenced to 55 years for beating nephew to death
HOUSTON, Texas — A Houston man was sentenced to 55 years in prison for the murder of his 3-year-old nephew, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced late Wednesday. “Our children are our most vulnerable victims and when they are hurt or killed, we do everything possible to get justice for them,” Ogg said. “No child should ever be treated like this little boy was, and this child abuser absolutely deserves to spend decades, and hopefully the rest of his life, behind bars.”
Harris County Deputy Shoots Suspect at Houston Gas Station (video)
A Harris County sheriff’s deputy shot a man inside a gas station in North Houston. Authorities reported that the suspect was threatening people earlier in the day near FM 1960 and a boulevard. The incident was captured on surveillance video. Details of the Shooting. Authorities were called to the...
Three Arrested in Spring for Mail Theft and Fraudulent Possession of Identifying Information
SPRING, Texas — Three individuals were arrested early on July 24, 2024, after a suspicious vehicle call led to the discovery of stolen mail and identifying information. Constable Ryan Gable's patrol deputies responded to the call in the 28400 block of Woodson's Lake Drive, where they detained the occupants of a maroon Honda Accord. The suspects, Bradlee Koba of Beaumont, Terrence Codoree of Harris County, and Tremaine Nichols of Harris County, were found with multiple pieces of mail and identifying information not belonging to them, according to a press release from the Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable's Office.
Hit-and-run suspects wanted after deadly 3-vehicle crash on US-290, constable deputies say
Authorities are searching for three suspects connected to a deadly hit-and-run crash in Jersey Village on Tuesday.The Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office posted about the crash on social media, saying it happened on the US-290 Northwest Freeway.Constable Mark Herman said the large truck failed to stop and ran into the back of another vehicle, killing the driver.Three Hispanic men got out of the truck to look at the damage before driving away, going east near the Sam Houston Toll Road, according to Hermann.Authorities did not provide further details about the suspects' descriptions but said they were last seen in a large 20-24-foot box truck or cargo van."If anyone has information on the wanted suspect vehicle, driver, or any dash camera video that might show the collision, please contact our office or your local law enforcement," Herman said.
Houston-area attorney ‘resigns’ license after KPRC 2 report on clients claiming he stole their settlement checks
HOUSTON – More than six months after KPRC 2 exposed a Houston-area attorney accused of stealing settlement checks from his clients who had been injured in car accidents, the longtime attorney tells reporter Bryce Newberry he has decided to resign his license. David Lee Pettus, who has been sued...
Parts of Houston area to get drenched again today: Who could see the most rain?
HOUSTON – It has been a pretty soggy week in southeast Texas and depending on where you are, you have either seen a lot of rain or not a whole lot at all. For Friday it looks like we are going to play this story out once again. The...
Beanie Weenie’s locked up at the Animal Shelter and doesn’t has much time left before he’s eliminated. You can take him home for free.
Hey there! I see you thinking about adopting me 👀. Don’t overthink it—just know that if you choose me, you’re getting a dog who is:. I’m ready to be your new best friend. But hurry! I’m on the Urgent List, so time is quickly running out…
The Pasadena Police Department’s Quality-of-Life Division spruced up 2800 Thomas Avenue and 500 Southmore, making the area sparkle.
The Pasadena Police Department’s Quality-of-Life Division responded to reports of unsanitary conditions related to homelessness in the area of 2800 Thomas Avenue and the area of 500 Southmore. After a thorough assessment, both areas have been cleaned up. Officer W. Jones stated, “The photos do not do it justice,”...
Texas deaths from Hurricane Beryl reach 36, including more who lost power in heat
The number of Texas deaths after Hurricane Beryl came ashore and knocked out power to millions of residents climbed to at least 36 on Thursday as officials confirmed more people who died in homes that were left without air conditioning during sweltering heat. The medical examiner's office in Fort Bend...
Energy expert expresses doubts about CenterPoint Energy's plan to improve: 'Not super optimistic'
A new tally shows 36 people lost their lives because of Hurricane Beryl across the state, 34 of whom died in the Houston area.The latest deaths happened in Fort Bend County, where at least four people died from overheating.Meanwhile, Centerpoint Energy apologized for where it fell short and shared its plan to improve. The company's initial assessment showed room for improvement in three main areas: resiliency, communication, and community partnerships.READ MORE: 13 Investigates: CenterPoint admits 'clearly more needs to be done'Texas Energy and Power Newsletter author Doug Lewin joined Eyewitness News to analyze Centerpoint's action plan and discuss other possibilities...
Judge sets $90,000 bond for 18-year-old mother accused of dumping baby in dumpster
The 18-year-old mother accused of placing her newborn baby in a plastic bag and throwing him in a dumpster appeared in court Friday.Everilda Cux-Ajtzalam, charged with abandoning a child, was issued a $90,000 bond.A video from Sunday shows the newborn getting rescued, and it's breaking people's hearts.First responders can be seen with now-known baby Gabriel. They place him in blankets after taking him out of a trash bag.SEE MORE: Video shows EMS rescuing newborn abandoned in dumpster near SW Houston apartment complexA newborn boy was rescued after being left in a dumpster behind an apartment complex on Dashwood Drive in...
Man Found Dead in Houston Identified as Homicide Victim
HOUSTON, Texas — Houston police are investigating the death of a man found at 702 Girard Street on Wednesday night. The man has been identified as 56-year-old Damon Spiller, according to the Houston Police Department (HPD). HPD Homicide Division Sergeant J. Stroble and Detective K. Collier reported that HPD patrol officers and Houston Fire Department paramedics responded to the address regarding an unresponsive man found in a residence. The Houston Fire Department pronounced Spiller deceased with no apparent signs to indicate the cause of death at that time.
‘It feels boiling’: Houston Humane Society struggling with broken air conditioners
HOUSTON – Houstonians are still struggling to recover from Hurricane Beryl, with many still dealing with property damage, FEMA applications, and price gouging. Many residents also needed help finding care for their pets following the storm, and the Houston Humane Society was able to step in and provide supplies, shelter, and healthcare to those in need.
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