Combatting human trafficking in Houston: University of St. Thomas president to announce collaboration with high school, college students
The University of St. Thomas announced an anti-trafficking collaboration with college and high school students in the communication department, according to a release.
Suspect charged with murder after fatally shooting man, injuring another during argument at convenience store in SE Houston: HPD
A man is facing several charges after being accused of killing a man and injuring another in a shooting Jan. 9 in southeast Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.
Search underway for homeowner, stolen vehicle after man found shot to death inside northwest Houston home, HPD says
A search is underway for a man who has not been located after another man was found shot to death inside of his home Friday in northwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.
Man sentenced to 20 years after shooting into Conroe apartment unit where a mother, 4 children were sleeping inside, DA says
A man who planned and carried out a shooting at a Conroe apartment complex was sentenced to 20 years in prison Wednesday, according to the Conroe Districtโs Attorneyโs Office.
Commissioners to vote on new โequitable, affordableโ policy to save Harris County toll road drivers money
Harris County commissioners Rodney Ellis and Adrian Garcia, along with Harris County Toll Road Director Roberto Trevino, announced a new proposal Tuesday aimed at helping local drivers feel less burn due to the hike in inflation. Officials said the county will soon be cutting toll rates by 10 percent.
Watch live: Mayor Turner joins community, state leaders to condemn Senate Bill 147
Local, and state leaders will gather Monday to denounce the recently-filed Senate Bill 147, which would prohibit citizens and business entities from China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia from purchasing land within the state of Texas.
Video: Robbery suspect pins clerk against wall, steal her cellphone, money during robbery at convenience store in southeast Houston, HPD says
A surveillance video of an aggravated robbery has been released to the public in hopes someone will recognize the suspect involved, according to the Houston Police Department.
โThe math is not mathinโ: Turkey Leg Hut responds to $1.2 million lawsuit filed by US Foods over late grocery bill
Well known for its celebrity sightings just as much as it is for its great food, a wildly popular Houston restaurant is in the headlines for not paying its bills, according to a recently filed lawsuit.
โWhatโs going on with Bank of America?โ Social media users call out financial giant over missing money
Bank of America was trending on social media Wednesday after many customers discovered that money was missing from their accounts. The concerned consumers shared their experiences online, calling out the financial giant and demanding answers.
Family of transgender woman makes public plea 2 years after her murder in west Houston
The family of a transgender woman who was shot and killed outside a west Houston fast-food restaurant in 2021 is asking for the publicโs help Wednesday morning in hopes someone will provide information that will lead to an arrest.
Video: Woman attempts to chase robbers after bag-snatching, gets dragged by suspectโs vehicle in apartment complex, HPD says
A surveillance video was released of an aggravated robbery of a woman at a southeast Houston apartment complex in hopes someone will recognize those involved, according to the Houston Police Department.
WATCH: Disturbing video shows man trying to abduct barista through drive-thru window using looped zip-tie device, police say
A disturbing surveillance video and photos have been released of a man who police say tried to grab a woman through a drive-thru window in a kidnapping attempt early Monday morning, according to the Auburn Police Department.
Photos released of suspect tied to shooting that left man dead, another critically injured in NW Houston, HPD says
Surveillance photos were released of a suspect wanted in the fatal shooting of one man and critical injuring of another on Sunday in northwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.
Disturbing details: Teen girl charged with murder after runawayโs body found at NW Harris Co. motel; boyfriend accused of being triggerman
A 17-year-old girl who was caught in the middle of a drug deal gone bad is now charged in the shooting death of a 16-year-old runaway in December of 2022, according to court records.
Mayor Turner, HPD Chief Troy Finner attend Chevron Houston Marathon public safety news conference
Houston police Chief Troy Finner and Mayor Sylvester Turner joined Fridayโs news conference to discuss public safety and mobility plans for the weekend ahead of the 51st Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon.
Whatโs the weather for the Chicago Cubsโ home opener โ and how has it impacted debuts at Wrigley Field since 1989?
The weather conditions will make it feel more like football season than opening day for baseball at Wrigley Field when the Chicago Cubs face the Milwaukee Brewers.
chicagotribune.comIllinois โ a major feeder to the Gulf of Mexico dead zone โ falls behind federal goal to reduce phosphorus and nitrogen flowing into its waterways
While sewage plants have reduced contributions to waterways through permits, addressing pollution from farms largely depends on voluntary efforts.
chicagotribune.comLearning about fitness can help provide direction when exercising
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sanmarcosrecord.comTennessee resumes most vaccine outreach to minors paused after GOP backlash
Tennessee Health Commissioner Lisa Piercey said in a news conference that the state would restart its outreach recommending vaccines for children and teens, which includes offering the vaccine at events on school property as early as next week.
washingtonpost.comFederal prosecutors investigating Cook County land bank, deals involving former employee: records
Federal prosecutors last month subpoenaed the Cook County Land Bank Authority for records as part of an ongoing criminal investigation into the program, which was formed to promote economic development in blighted communities thatโs also been the subject of controversy. The subpoena sent May 21 requested records involving the sale of 24 properties by the land bank as well as emails and other records relating to Mustafaa Saleh, the agencyโs former senior asset manager, records released in response to a Tribune Freedom of Information Act request show.
chicagotribune.comYes, there WAS good news coming out of 2020
Yes, there WAS good news coming out of 2020 The pandemic offered an opportunity for advances in science and technology to help see us through a troubling time. Correspondent David Pogue reminds us of some of the often-overshadowed bright spots of the past year.
cbsnews.comOpen Carry Texas plans rally to teach Ector County Sheriff a lesson after several members arrested
ODESSA, Texas After six members of a Facebook group called Open Carry Texas were arrested for openly carrying weapons outside a bar, the group posted a video indicating the members would travel to Odessa to teach Ector County Sheriff Mike Griffis a lesson, the Midland Reporter-Telegram reported. Vice President David Amad said the group will organize a rally on June 6 according to a YouTube video posted on the Open Carry Texas channel. This guy needs a lesson, Amad said in his YouTube video. Griffis arrested the six members along with the bar owner and her employee. The arrests led to an extensive debate on social media and death threats directed at the Sheriff.
Think you know your military battle history? See your rank on this quiz
Even though every day is one to recognize those who have served our country, Memorial Day rightfully highlights the sacrifices military personnel have made for centuries. Its also a good opportunity to revisit interesting tidbits of past battles, some of which are in the quiz below. Think you can rank high when it comes to knowledge of past military battles? Then try your hand at our quiz.