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A felon in possession of a firearm sentenced to 15 years in prison in Houston
HOUSTON, Texas — A 22-year-old local man has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm, U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani announced. Avery Frank Bass Jr. pleaded guilty on March 22. U.S. District Judge David Hittner ordered Bass to serve...
Kemah's Closure of 6th Street in Entertainment District Draws Another Federal Lawsuit
Already facing several lawsuits over property rights in state and federal court, the City of Kemah now faces legal action from another business owner over the closure of a major thoroughfare in the entertainment district that is home to multiple bars, eateries, and residences. Harry White, the owner of the...
Houston-area Congressman Troy Nehls under fire over prestigious military pin that veteran's group says he didn't earn
The Republican did serve in the Army but a military watchdog group called Guardian of Valor says he didn't earn the Combat Infantry Badge he wears on his lapel.
Houston ending BCycle bike sharing system
HOUSTON — You may have seen people cruising around Houston on them for more than a decade, but soon, the Houston BCycle bike-sharing system will be a thing of the past. On Friday, the city announced it’s ending the program, effective on June 30. In a news release, the city said the system, which started with three bike stations in 2012 and grew to have 150 stations at its peak, has been unable to sustain itself through fees and sponsorships.
‘His followers who worship Monkey and Elephant’: Democrat charged with felony for allegedly creating fake Facebook account to harass himself with racist, xenophobic messages
A candidate for county office in the far-flung Houston suburbs allegedly impersonated racists online — attacking himself with racist and xenophobic posts — in order to bring attention to his campaign. Taral Patel, 30, has been the Democrat running for Fort Bend County Commission Precinct 3 since last...
Community leaders raise awareness about elder abuse in Texas
HOUSTON – Saturday will be World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the mistreatment of elderly and disabled adults. In 2023, Adult Protective Services received more than 83,000 calls involving elder abuse and financial exploitation in Houston. Elder abuse happens to men and women of all income levels and cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Approximately 1 in 10 Americans, 65 and older, have experienced some form of abuse – many at the hands of relatives and caregivers, according to reports.
Juneteenth Freedom Celebration hosting third annual event in Pearland
HOUSTON (KIAH)-If you’re looking for a place to celebrate Juneteenth, the Juneteenth Freedom Celebration is happening this weekend. To talk about the importance of the event, CW39 Houston’s Paige Hubbard sat down with one of the organizers Eugene Howard, President and CEO of Visionary Outreach. The Juneteenth Freedom...
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