3 men charged after 17 live, 8 dead roosters, 6 live chicks seized during cockfighting ring bust at Montgomery Co. home, deputies say
Three men were arrested and charged in a cockfighting ring bust on Sunday where dozens of roosters were seized at the Montgomery County home, according to deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriffโs Office.
Nearly 200 frozen dead cats recovered from Porter property where 84 other animals rescued -- including racoons, authorities say
Seventy-four cats, two dogs and eight racoons were rescued from a Porter property where nearly 200 dead cats and multiple dead racoons were also recovered, according to Montgomery County Animal Services.
Poet Amanda Gorman revisits inaugural triumph with Oprah
In this combination photo, Oprah Winfrey, left, attends the premiere of "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" on April 18, 2017, in New York and Amanda Gorman attends Porter's 3rd annual Incredible Women Gala on Oct. 9, 2018, in Los Angeles. Gorman revisits her inaugural poem that wowed observers, among them Oprah Winfrey, in the Apple TV+ series "The Oprah Conversation." (Photo by Andy Kropa/Invision/AP, left, and Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)LOS ANGELES โ Amanda Gorman revisits her inauguration day poetry reading that wowed observers, among them Oprah Winfrey, in the Apple TV+ series โThe Oprah Conversation.โThe 23-year-old Gorman โstepped into a moment in history with enormous grace and dignity,โ Winfrey said in a statement. The first National Youth Poet Laureate and the youngest inaugural poet in U.S. history, Gorman recited โThe Hill We Climbโ for the Jan. 20 swearing-in ceremony for President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Others who have been interviewed for โThe Oprah Conversationโ include former President Barack Obama, Matthew McConaughey, Stevie Wonder and author Ibram X. Kendi.
Stronger Houston: The COVID-19 crisis and itโs impact on Houstonโs transgender community
โThe trans community is one of the most overlooked communities in times of disaster,โ said Austin Ruiz, communications and marketing manger at The Montrose Center. AdWhen COVID-19 hit, The Montrose Center, which serves Houstonโs LGBT community, saw a sharp increase in requests for help among Houstonโs trans community. โWe found there were a lot of community members, specifically trans community members, that do not feel safe to go to other social service agencies because they were afraid theyโd be turned away or discriminated against because of their status as a trans community member,โ Ruiz said. Through a foundation grant, Save Our Sisters United has been able to provide money for food, shelter, basic necessities and medication like HRTโs. She added that ongoing therapy sessions with her counselor at the Montrose Center continues to make all the difference in the world.
Mother walking to corner store killed by pack of dogs in Porter, family says
PORTER, Texas โ Deann Stephenson walked to the corner store near her home almost every day until Feb. 15, when her family says four dogs that belong to a neighbor escaped their front yard and bit her to death. The midday incident in Porter, north of Kingwood, happened about a year after the family moved to the area for a fresh start: A new home, church and friends. โฆ I think she would want me to fight for her.โThe family hired Patrick OโHara, who has represented many dog attack victims in Montgomery County. The family said the dogs who attacked Stephenson had previously attacked other neighbors, including a child. The dog owners could not be reached for comment and the Montgomery County Sheriffโs office did not return a request for comment.
VYPE U: Kingwood Park Girls on to the Playoffs
The Kingwood Park girls basketball team made an impressive run this year, wrapping up the season 24-0 after a 58-35 win against Porter. The undefeated squad now heads to the playoffs to face Magnolia in the first round on February 12th. As they prepare for their first playoff game of the season, the Panthers are focusing on a few key aspects of their game. In the history of the school, the Kingwood Park girls basketball squad had never before earned the title outright, so this season meant a lot. Kingwood Park heads to The Woodlands High School on Friday to face Magnolia in the first round.
VYPE U: Rivalry Between New Caney & Porter Remains Alive
The Porter and New Caney rivalry has always been exciting in every sport. In the last December matchup, New Caney was victorious, so Porter had something to prove. Porter and New Caney both rebounded each other's shots. Within the last five minutes of the game, New Caney made it to the free-throw line and made both shots, and as did Porter. Jaxon Olvera #0 looks to get past Ke'Shun Simon #12.
Porter man accused of stabbing 3 adults, child, arrested, deputies say
PORTER, Texas โ A manhunt has ended after three adults and a 9-year-old child were stabbed. Authorities said 36-year-old Nathan Carlin, who is believed to have been involved in the stabbing in the area of East Heritage Oaks Drive and Timber Oaks Lane, turned himself in. Deputies said Carlin got into an argument with some of the victims and began stabbing them. Carlin was described as barefoot, 6โฒ1โณ tall, 190 pounds and wearing a green and blue shirt. All of the victims were taken to various hospitals for treatment and are listed in serious but stable condition, officials said.
Billy Porter to join New Year's Eve show from Times Square
Last New Year's Eve, Billy Porter was working in New Orleans. This year he'll still be working โ but in New York City. The โPoseโ star will join Ryan Seacrest and Lucy Hale on ABC in Times Square on Dec. 31 for Dick Clarkโs New Yearโs Rockinโ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2020.โ The broadcast is closed to the public due to the pandemic. โ2020 has been a trying year for the world and Iโm thrilled to have Billy and Lucy join me in ushering in a new year with fresh beginnings,โ said Seacrest in a statement. As with last year, Ciara will once again oversee the Los Angeles festivities.
Outdoor kitchen explosion sends 3 people, including toddler, to hospital in Porter, officials say
PORTER, Texas โ Three people, including a toddler, were hospitalized after an outdoor kitchen explosion at a home in Montgomery County Monday afternoon, according to the Porter Fire Department. The explosion was reported at 5:35 p.m. in the backyard of a home in the 19300 block of Riverwalk in the Riverwalk Subdivision in Porter. Officials said a 46-year-old woman, a 16-year-old girl and a 16-month old toddler were all burned in the explosion and taken to Memorial Hermann Hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Firefighters said the home was not damaged by the fire. The cause of the fire is unknown and under investigation.
Victims killed in Montgomery County crash identified
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas โ An aircraft crashed Sunday, killing two people in a residential neighborhood in Montgomery County, according to authorities. The victims have been identified as pilot Nidal Aoki, 41, of Porter, Texas and passenger Karthik Balakrishnan, 46 of Pearland. Siddiqi said the fatal crash left him heartbroken. MONTGOMERY COUNTY - @TxDPSSoutheast Troopers responded to a Fixed Wing Single-Engine (N26136) plane crash in the neighborhood of Linnwood/Elm St. Two confirmed fatalities identities unknown. pic.twitter.com/NAV8andmWc โ TxDPS - Southeast Texas Region (@TxDPSSoutheast) October 25, 2020The debris left behind from the crash is hard to make out and woke up neighbors.
3-year-old boy dead after he accidentally shoots himself in the chest during birthday party
HOUSTON โ A three-year-old boy died after he accidentally shot himself in the chest Saturday afternoon during a childโs birthday party in Porter, according to Montgomery County Sheriffโs Office. Deputies responded to the call around 4:15 p.m. to a call on the 23000 block of Owens Road. Family and friends at the party said they gathered to celebrate a childโs birthday, according to deputies. The child was found with a gunshot wound to the chest, deputies said. The child was rushed to a nearby fire station, where he was pronounced dead.
4 Porter firefighters return home after spending more than 3 weeks battling wildfires in California
HOUSTON โ Four firefighters from Porter have returned home after spending more than three weeks battling wildfires in California. Brandon Shafer, Joseph Sullivan, Ryan Johnson and Stephen Sever arrived at George Bush Intercontinental Airport just before 5 p.m. on Tuesday. The crew worked on multiple fires in California, mainly trying to stop them from spreading further. The firefighters initially drove out west, which took about two days, and quickly got to work. The firefighters are looking forward to spending time with their families and said they would make the trip again, if needed.
'Siesta Key': Juliette Porter on Why She Doubts New Dad Alex Kompo's Relationship Will Last (Exclusive)
The Siesta Key star and her castmates discussed Kompo's new life as a dad, with Porter candidly sharing both her doubts and hopes for his future. I don't know if he's going to completely commit to [Salerno] -- I don't think he will.I don't [think the relationship will last], Porter continued. Whether they're in love now, I don't know, but I don't think he's ready to settle down.Kompo announced the pregnancy in an Instagram post last Christmas. I really, really hope that he will be, she said. RELATED CONTENT:'Siesta Key': Madisson Gets Candid About Dating 46-Year-Old Boyfriend and a Possible Engagement (Exclusive)'Siesta Key': Juliette Porter Reacts to Alex Kompo's 'Shocking' Baby News and Where They Stand NowScheana Shay Gives Her Blessing to Ex-Fling Robby Hayes' Romance With 'Siesta Key' Star (Exclusive)ExclusiveExclusiveImageBylineLeena TailorMon, 06/15/2020 - 17:18
New Caney ISD teacher resigns after being charged with having an improper relationship with a student, officials say
PORTER, Texas โ A teacher with the New Caney Independent School District resigned after she was accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a student, officials said. Rhiannon Petty, 41, faces an improper relation between educator and student charge. New Caney ISD said Petty was employed with the district for four years and was placed on administrative leave while the investigation was pending but she later resigned. In a statement, New Caney ISD said it that student safety was the districtโs top priority. โThe district is fully cooperating with the Montgomery County District Attorneyโs office and cannot comment further as this is an active investigation,โ district officials wrote.
Kinkaid takes over No. 1 spot in VYPE Private School baseball rankings powered by Barcelona Sports
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