Texas teacher and her husband face charges for gambling away client money in home renovation scheme
A woman who is a teacher in the suburbs west of Houston, along with her husband, are accused of taking thousands of dollars from home renovation clients and then gambling away their money in multiple states.
More than 400 criminal cases slated for dismissal refiled by Harris County Pct. 4. Hereโs why
The Harris County Precinct 4 Constableโs Office announced Friday the refiling of more than 400 criminal cases that were slated for dismissal by judges due to lack of probable cause, according to a release.
โNo food, no groceriesโ: Teen from Houston area shares his unbelievable reality on living in Texas Foster Care system
'We go weeks without groceries': Child placed in protective custody says he's being retaliated against for speaking out on inhumane living conditions | โThese kids did not ask to be in that system, we are supposed to help them, to protect them, and thatโs not whatโs happening.โ
Texas teacher and husband arrested in home renovation scheme, accused of gambling away over $1M of clientsโ money
A Texas teacher and her husband are in custody, accused of taking thousands of dollars from home renovation clients and gambling away over $1M they took for work they never finished.
Finding affordable childcare: The biggest challenge for Houston families
Childcare deserts are impacting hundreds of thousands of children throughout Houston. KPRC's Zach Lashway is looking at solutions and whatโs being done to ensure more children have access to safe and affordable high-quality childcare.
Heads up if you are heading north Thursday. Strong storms could bring a risk of hail and wind to parts of Texas
Houston looks to stay fairly quiet in the weather department until the weekend. However, if you are traveling to North Texas or the Hill Country Thursday, be aware that there is the potential of a few severe storms capable of producing large hail and damaging winds.
YMCA of Houston takes action to combat childcare deserts
Struggling to find affordable childcare in Houston? The YMCA is here to help! They're taking action to combat childcare deserts in the area, offering programs for kids of all ages. From early childcare centers to summer camps, they've got you covered. Learn more and get involved: #ChildcareDeserts #CommunitySupport #YMCAHouston
Home of family charged after deaths of pregnant San Antonio teen, Savanah Soto and Matthew Guerra to go on sale
The home of a San Antonio man and his parents, who have been charged in connection with the deaths of a pregnant teen and her boyfriend is now up for sale, according to the San Antonio Express-News.
A cold front is headed to Houston! Hereโs what to expect this weekend
This week is warm and humid with temperatures approaching 90 by Friday! Iโve already heard folks complain about the โspring sizzleโ weโre experiencing, but donโt fret! Weโre already tracking our next cold front that will lower temperatures, lower humidity, and bring rain chances. Letโs dive in!
What is causing the childcare desert crisis in Houston? Hereโs what we know
๐ข Check out this eye-opening article on the childcare desert crisis in Houston. ๐ข๐ถ It sheds light on the limited availability of quality childcare services in many areas, leaving parents with few options. ๐ข Let's work together to address this pressing issue and ensure every child gets the care they deserve! ๐ช๐ [link] #ChildcareDeserts #Houston #Parenting #CommunityAction
1 dead and 13 injured in semitrailer crash at a Texas public safety office, with the driver jailed
Authorities say a Texas semitrailer driver rammed a stolen 18-wheeler though the front a public safety building where his renewal for a commercial driverโs license had been rejected, killing one person and injuring 13 others.
Texas psychologistsโ board pushes back on costly new national licensing exam, considers crafting a cheaper state test
Faced with a nagging mental health provider shortage, the state psychologistsโ licensing board is looking into whether the state should devise its own exam to get professionals licensed more quickly.
All the fun you can have at the Galveston County Fair & Rodeo
It's still rodeo season! The Galveston County Fair & Rodeo kicks off April 12.With several attractions, rodeo competitions, and good food, you'll want to enjoy this weekend's beautiful weather. On Houston Life, 2023 Texas Country Music Awards emerging artist of the year, Payton Howie performed and Savanna Smith, owner of Munchoes Bakery showed us how she creates mouthwatering gourmet apples.
Report had been made against Klein Cain cosmetology teacher charged with sex trafficking in 2023
Klein ISD said they had received a report of alleged misconduct against a cosmetology teacher at Klein Cain High School back in Feb. 2023, but was told by the Harris County Sheriffโs Office she was not a suspect in any case.
Convicted murderer charged in two new Texas killings offers to return to prison in plea
A convicted murderer who was released early from a Texas prison in 1993 and now faces two new murder charges has offered to enter a plea and to return to prison for 50 years in exchange for avoiding going to trial and facing a possible death sentence.