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Voluntary evacuation order issued for east Montgomery County neighborhoods
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — A voluntary evacuation order was issued Tuesday for residents living near the East Fork of the San Jacinto River. The order was issued for residents in the Idle Wilde and Idle Glen neighborhoods along FM 1485 in eastern Montgomery County. The National Weather Service said...
Gov. Abbott issues disaster declaration for several Texas counties, including many in Houston area
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 29 counties around the state, including several in Southeast Texas, following severe weather and flooding. The declaration is designed to help homes and businesses that were and will be affected. The counties included in the disaster declaration...
Texans Helping Texans | Katy man uses love of pie, guitars to raise money for charity
HOUSTON — "Everyone said you should call it humble pie, but there is nothing humble about the way I talk about pie," said Scott Chapman owner of Proud Pie in Katy. After 20 years in the food and beverage industry, Chapman realized his true passion in life: pie making. So, he opened an aptly named shop. Despite his business taking hits during the pandemic, and now dealing with skyrocketing food prices, he refuses to cut corners with his desserts.
'He was very changed' | Neighbor speaks to suspected shooter moments before apparent murder-suicide in SW Houston
HOUSTON — Neighbors said they heard the gunshots that went off during what's believed to be a double murder-suicide in a southwest Houston neighborhood on Monday night. “It’s horrible," a neighbor who wanted to stay anonymous said. "I never feel this happen for me." That neighbor said he...
Search continues for missing boater near Lake Houston Dam
HOUSTON — Authorities searched around the Lake Houston Dam for a missing boater on Tuesday. Harris County Sheriff's Office officials said they were working with the Houston Fire Department on the rescue operation. They said they were able to rescue two people and were looking for a third person...
Here's what to expect as water continues to rise along Houston-area rivers following this week's storms
HOUSTON — The rain from Sunday night into Monday morning is over, but the runoff continues downstream. And more rain is expected Thursday morning. A Flood Warning for the Trinity River in Liberty County remains as water continues to be released from the Lake Livingston dam. The river is expected to crest on Saturday, reaching a level it hasn’t seen since 1994.
45 suspects charged in HPD's review of suspended incident reports due to 'lack of personnel' code, Finner says
HOUSTON — Houston Police Chief Troy Finner announced Tuesday that the department wrapped up its internal investigation into the 264,000 incident reports suspended because of a "lack of personnel" code. What happens now? Members of the Independent Police Oversight Board and the Administration Disciplinary Committee will now review the...
2 suspects wanted in 'targeted attack' of Houston man shot, killed while walking his dog, police say
HOUSTON — Two suspects are wanted in connection with the shooting of a man killed while walking his dog near his apartment, according to Houston police. It happened just after 11 p.m. on March 31 at the Co-Op at the Summer Street Apartments near I-10 and Studemont Street. Police...
Traffic alert: Highway 146 closed in both directions after gas line rupture in Kemah
KEMAH, Texas — Rush hour drivers south of Houston may run into trouble because Highway 146 in Kemah is closed in both directions, the Kemah Police Department said. Kemah Fire Chief Robert Suniga said crews were installing a utility pole when they struck a two-inch gas line. He said...
Will gambling ever be legal in Texas? Here's where likely voters stand on the topic
HOUSTON — A new survey by the Hispanic Policy Foundation shows strong support for some types of legalized gambling in Texas. The survey sampled 1,600 likely voters for a week in April and has a margin of error of +/- 2.45%. Respondents disliked sports books in sports arenas and stadiums most with 41% for vs 42% against.
Great Wolf Lodge water park and resort near Houston will open on Labor Day weekend
WEBSTER, Texas — The Great Wolf Lodge water park in Webster will be ready to make a splash nearly two months earlier than expected. Officials announced Tuesday that the resort south of Houston will open on Thursday, August 29, just in time for Labor Day weekend. “We can see...
High-powered defense attorney Dick DeGuerin representing man charged with murder after wife's body found in freezer
HOUSTON — One of Houston's most high-profile attorneys is representing a man accused of killing his wife and putting her body in a freezer. The murder trial of Curtis Allen Holliday is scheduled to begin on June 10 but he and his attorneys were in court Monday for pre-trial motions.
3 new retail stores, movie theater coming to Houston's CITYCENTRE in Memorial City area
HOUSTON — Some changes are happening over at Houston's CITYCENTRE. The shopping and dining community is opening its space to three more retail stores along with a new movie theater. Star Cinema Grill has taken over the former Studio Movie Grill location, which was positioned on the second floor...
Mammograms should start at 40 to address rising breast cancer rates at younger ages, panel says
HOUSTON — Regular mammograms to screen for breast cancer should start younger, at age 40, according to an influential U.S. task force. Women ages 40 to 74 should get screened every other year, the group said. Previously, the task force had said women could choose to start breast cancer...
'Wanted to take her to Mexico and kill her' | Man shot to death after kidnapping wife, son and leading deputies on multi-county chase, authorities say
BRAZORIA COUNTY, Texas — Deputies shot and killed a man at the end of a multi-county chase after he kidnapped his common-law wife and 3-year-old son Tuesday morning, law enforcement officials said. The woman and child were reportedly physically unharmed. The chase ended in Chambers County after about 45...
Parents of child found wandering alone in Spring area located, constable says
SPRING, Texas — The parents of a child found wandering alone in the Spring area have been located, according to Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman. The child was found Tuesday near the intersection of Cypresswood Drive and Cypresswood Heights Drive after someone reported finding the child wearing black shorts and red shorts. According to the caller, the child was wandering alone.
Katy ice cream shop changing perceptions about autism
KATY, Texas — April is Autism Awareness Month and KHOU 11 wanted to highlight a Katy-based business that's spreading joy with a special group of employees serving up sweet treats to the Houston area. A happy hello, Howdy Homemade Ice Cream was inspired by a sad loss to Roderick...
Residents rush to leave flooded areas after Polk County issues mandatory evacuation along Trinity River due to rainfall
GOODRICH, Texas — Some residents in Polk County rushed to find a safe place to stay Monday after heavy rainfall led to evacuation orders in certain areas. Just before 3 p.m., officials issued a mandatory evacuation order for people who live along the Trinity River and below the Lake Livingston Dam.
Police suspect possible murder-suicide after 3 found dead in SW Houston
HOUSTON — Three people were found shot to death Monday at a home in southwest Houston. Police suspect this could be a double murder-suicide after two people were found dead in the backyard and the third was found shot to death in the garage apartment with a gun lying next to them, police said.
'To my friend Tyler' | Beyoncé sends 2-year-old boy from the Philippines special gift following viral TikTok
HOUSTON — If you ever find yourself asking "Where's Beyoncé?" you're not alone!. Digital creator Bea Fabregas posted a video of her talking with her 2-year-old son, Tyler, on TikTok. In the video, the toddler continuously asks his mom "Where's Beyonce?" to which she responds, "Beyonce's in her house, baby."
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