3 injured, 1 critically, in major crash caused by wrong-way driver on Allen Parkway and Stanford, HPD says
Multiple people have been injured in a major crash caused by a wrong-way driver on Allen Parkway and Stanford Street near downtown Houston Monday, officers with the Houston Police Department said.
OVER THE RAINBOW: Broke Thespian Theatre Company performs free showings of The Wizard of Oz
The Broke Thespianโs Theatre Company performed The Wizard of Oz on Friday as a part of a six-performance run.The final weekend takes place July 29 and 30 at 7:30 p.m.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]
sanmarcosrecord.comThunderstorms and Rain Whip Through Houston Overnight, But Luckily Don't Hover in Place
Yes there was flooding and some residents lost power for several hours Tuesday night into Wednesday morning and a lot of us were kept up for hours with loud claps of late night thunder, but overall, thanks to a fast-moving storm, the Houston area fared better than expected so far in this week's rain event.
houstonpress.comSuspect rescued after jumping into Buffalo Bayou during police chase, officers say
HOUSTON โ A suspect running from police jumped into Buffalo Bayou and had to be rescued Thursday, officers said. Police said the incident happened on Allen Parkway near Sabine Street around 4 a.m.Officers said they received a call about someone stealing tires when they spotted the suspectโs vehicle. A short time later, police said he got out of the vehicle, jumped into Buffalo Bayou, and tried to swim across. Officers said they then had to throw him a rope to save him. Police said he starting getting hypothermia from the cold water.
The most affordable apartments for rent in Neartown, Houston
3200 W. Dallas St.Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperHere's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 3200 W. Dallas St., which, at 714 square feet, is going for $985/month. In the unit, look for a walk-in closet, carpeted floors and a dishwasher. 420 W. Alabama St.Photo: ZumperPhoto: ZumperCheck out this 480-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom rental at 420 W. Alabama St., listed at $1,000/month. 3600 Allen ParkwayPhoto: ZumperAnd here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo at 3600 Allen Parkway, which is going for $1,025/month. 1919 Portsmouth St.Photo: ZumperOver at 1919 Portsmouth St., there's this 954-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom address, going for $1,050/month.
Everything you need to know about Komen Houston Race for the Cure
HOUSTON - Registration for the Komen Houston Race for the Cure will begin Saturday at 6 a.m. The race route will take runners westbound on Allen Parkway to Dunlavy Street. At Dunlavy, racers will turn southbound to W. Dallas Street, where they will turn westbound for a block to Tirell Street. Festivities before and after the race will be held at Sam Houston Park at 1000 Bagby Street, which is about a half-mile from the start and finish lines. Strollers are encouraged for the Family walk/Kids K.Water will be provided along the race route and at the post-race party/sponsor expo.
Freedom Over Texas: What you need to know about traffic, street closures
HOUSTON - The Citgo Freedom Over Texas celebration is this Wednesday and that means a number of traffic changes in and around the event grounds, starting Monday. Here are some of the changes you can expect as the city celebrates Independence Day. STREET CLOSURES:Monday, July 2, 7:00 p.m. to Thursday, July 5, 7:00 a.m. Allen Parkway north and southbound exit ramps from I-45 (South and North Freeways) Allen Parkway outbound at Bagby Allen Parkway inbound at Taft (Note: No access to I-45 S/Heiner/Crosby until 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 5) Sabine Street at Memorial Drive Gillette Street at W. Dallas Streeto Gillette (east curb lane only) between W. Dallas and Allen Parkway Walker access blocked to Allen Parkway and Sabine Street. o I-45 North on-ramp and the loop to McKinney remains openMonday, July 2, 7:00 p.m. to Thursday, July 5, 3:00 p.m. Allen Parkway inbound entrance ramp to I-45 South (taper) Crosby Street at W. Dallas Street Heiner Street at W. Dallas StreetTuesday, July 3, 8:00 a.m. to Thursday, July 5, 9:00 a.m. Brazos (west curb lane) between Dallas and LamarWednesday, July 4, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Bagby northbound at Dallas Bagby southbound at McKinney Lamar between Smith and Bagby Note: Relocate message boards to West Dallas at Crosby and Allen Parkway at Gillette per I-45 S, Crosby and Heiner Street closuresWednesday, July 4, 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Silver Street at Memorial Drive Sawyer Street at Washington Avenue Allen Parkway inbound at Waugh Allen Parkway Service Road at Montrose Boulevard (access to residents at all times)Wednesday, July 4, 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Memorial Drive inbound at Waugh Drive Memorial Drive outbound at BagbyWednesday, July 4, 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Citgo Fireworks Display) Sabine Street between Allen Parkway and Memorial Drive*The Buffalo Bayou Waterway will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. between the Capitol Street Bridge and Montrose Boulevard/Studemont Street. Copyright 2018 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.
Everything you need to know about Komen Houston Race for the Cure
HOUSTON - Registration for the Komen Houston Race for the Cure will begin Saturday at 6 a.m. The race route will take runners westbound on Allen Parkway to Dunlavy Street. At Dunlavy, racers will turn southbound to W. Dallas Street, where they will turn westbound for a block to Tirell Street. Festivities before and after the race will be held at Sam Houston Park at 1000 Bagby Street, which is about a half-mile from the start and finish lines. Strollers are encouraged for the Family walk/Kids K.Water will be provided along the race route and at the post-race party/sponsor expo.
What to know for traffic and parking ahead of Freedom Over Texas
Allen Parkway ramps to and from I-45 are shut downAllen Parkway inbound at Bagby and outbound at TaftMemorial Drive inbound at Waugh and outbound at BagbyThe inbound Allen Parkway closure will extend to WaughHOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Get set for Citgo Freedom Over Texas July 4th festivities at Eleanor Tinsley Park!Road closures are already in place around the event, reopening on Friday, July 5 at 2 p.m.On July 4, additional closures will block traffic between 5-10:30 p.m.Event parking is available at paid surface lots and Theater District Garage, and Hobby Center. Ride Share drop off and pickup is on Smith, between Walker and Dallas.
abc13.comInnocent driver caught in line of fire during possible road rage incident
"In an instant, there was glass that sprayed, and I looked and I saw a bullet hole and I felt pain, and immediately knew that I had been shot," he recalled. "Nezami underwent surgery and is recovering, but recalls noticing the commotion. "I am very lucky that this thing wasn't an inch to the right," said Nezami. "If it was an inch to the right, it would've hit an artery and I would be dead. "Investigators are asking anyone with information to contact Houston police.
abc13.comList of Houston streets closed during Freedom Over Texas
HOUSTON - Thousands of people are expected to pack Houstons Buffalo Bayou park to celebrate the Fourth of July. To accommodate the crowds attending Freedom Over Texas, city officials will close several streets in the area. Heres a rundown of the streets that will be closed, according to officials. We've included a map of the area at the bottom of this story to help you get your bearings:Until 2 p.m. FridayAllen Parkway north and southbound exit ramps from I-45 (South and North Freeways)Allen Parkway outbound at BagbyAllen Parkway inbound at Taft (Note: No access to I-45 S/Heiner/Crosby until 3:00p.m. on Friday, July 5)Sabine Street at Memorial DriveGillette Street at W. Dallas Street Gillette (east curb lane only) between W. Dallas and Allen ParkwayWalker access blocked to Allen Parkway and Sabine Street. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.
What to know for traffic and parking ahead of Freedom Over Texas
Allen Parkway ramps to and from I-45 are shut downAllen Parkway inbound at Bagby and outbound at TaftMemorial Drive inbound at Waugh and outbound at BagbyThe inbound Allen Parkway closure will extend to WaughHOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The countdown is on for the Citgo Freedom Over Texas July 4th festivities at Eleanor Tinsley Park!Road closures are already in place around the event, reopening on Friday, July 5 at 2:00 P.M.:On July 4, additional closures will block traffic between 5:00 P.M. - 10:30 P.M.:Event parking is available at paid surface lots and Theater District Garage, and Hobby Center. Ride Share drop off and pickup is on Smith, between Walker and Dallas.Full list of street closures:
abc13.comFreedom Over Texas: What you need to know about traffic, street closures
HOUSTON - The Citgo Freedom Over Texas celebration is this Wednesday and that means a number of traffic changes in and around the event grounds, starting Monday. Here are some of the changes you can expect as the city celebrates Independence Day. STREET CLOSURES:Monday, July 2, 7:00 p.m. to Thursday, July 5, 7:00 a.m. Allen Parkway north and southbound exit ramps from I-45 (South and North Freeways) Allen Parkway outbound at Bagby Allen Parkway inbound at Taft (Note: No access to I-45 S/Heiner/Crosby until 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 5) Sabine Street at Memorial Drive Gillette Street at W. Dallas Streeto Gillette (east curb lane only) between W. Dallas and Allen Parkway Walker access blocked to Allen Parkway and Sabine Street. o I-45 North on-ramp and the loop to McKinney remains openMonday, July 2, 7:00 p.m. to Thursday, July 5, 3:00 p.m. Allen Parkway inbound entrance ramp to I-45 South (taper) Crosby Street at W. Dallas Street Heiner Street at W. Dallas StreetTuesday, July 3, 8:00 a.m. to Thursday, July 5, 9:00 a.m. Brazos (west curb lane) between Dallas and LamarWednesday, July 4, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Bagby northbound at Dallas Bagby southbound at McKinney Lamar between Smith and Bagby Note: Relocate message boards to West Dallas at Crosby and Allen Parkway at Gillette per I-45 S, Crosby and Heiner Street closuresWednesday, July 4, 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Silver Street at Memorial Drive Sawyer Street at Washington Avenue Allen Parkway inbound at Waugh Allen Parkway Service Road at Montrose Boulevard (access to residents at all times)Wednesday, July 4, 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Memorial Drive inbound at Waugh Drive Memorial Drive outbound at BagbyWednesday, July 4, 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Citgo Fireworks Display) Sabine Street between Allen Parkway and Memorial Drive*The Buffalo Bayou Waterway will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. between the Capitol Street Bridge and Montrose Boulevard/Studemont Street. Copyright 2018 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.