Texas Salsa Congress brings music, movement, and community to Houston
Read full article: Texas Salsa Congress brings music, movement, and community to HoustonMusic, mentorship, and culture collide as a result of the Texas Salsa Congress. How they're using salsa to preserve tradition while welcoming new voices - plus, we'll hit the dance floor for a lesson. And by dance floor, we mean Studio B.
Paranormal Investigator Dan Rivera, handler of ‘Annabelle’ Doll, found dead in Gettysburg
Read full article: Paranormal Investigator Dan Rivera, handler of ‘Annabelle’ Doll, found dead in GettysburgParanormal investigator Dan Rivera, known for handling the “Annabelle” doll said to be possessed by evil spirits, has died.
Family of special needs teacher killed in Liberty County crash speaks after constable’s indictment
Read full article: Family of special needs teacher killed in Liberty County crash speaks after constable’s indictmentA head constable in Liberty County is facing serious charges following a deadly UTV crash.
Chicago police say an officer was accidentally shot and killed by her partner
Read full article: Chicago police say an officer was accidentally shot and killed by her partnerChicago police officials say an officer killed this week was accidentally shot and killed by her partner after they encountered someone with a rifle when they chased a suspect into an apartment.
New charges target ex-Miami congressman for lobbying on behalf of sanctioned Venezuelan tycoon
Read full article: New charges target ex-Miami congressman for lobbying on behalf of sanctioned Venezuelan tycoonA grand jury in Washington has returned an indictment against former Congressman David Rivera for failing to register as a foreign agent of a sanctioned Venezuelan media tycoon on whose behalf the Miami Republican allegedly lobbied the Trump administration.
Aaron Hernandez ‘American Sports Story’ series wants to show a different view of the disgraced NFLer
Read full article: Aaron Hernandez ‘American Sports Story’ series wants to show a different view of the disgraced NFLerAaron Hernandez's story of football glory and his eventual downfall with a murder conviction has been told many times, but “American Sports Story” dramatizes his life in a way designed to build empathy for him.
2 skiers killed after being caught in Utah avalanche following late spring snowstorms, sheriff says
Read full article: 2 skiers killed after being caught in Utah avalanche following late spring snowstorms, sheriff saysTwo backcountry skiers were killed and one was rescued after an avalanche Thursday in the mountains outside of Salt Lake City.
BODY CAM VIDEO: Houston man accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend’s 12-year-old son cried during border arrest
Read full article: BODY CAM VIDEO: Houston man accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend’s 12-year-old son cried during border arrestRivera's accused of killing his ex-girlfriend's 12-year-old son, Carlos Fernandez earlier this month and making a getaway to Mexico.
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Accused child murderer Terry Bryan Rivera has been returned to Harris County
Read full article: CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Accused child murderer Terry Bryan Rivera has been returned to Harris CountyThe accused killer of 12-year-old Carlos Fernandez has been booked into the Harris County Jail.
Family holds funeral service for 12-year-old, pleads for mother’s ex-boyfriend to turn himself in
Read full article: Family holds funeral service for 12-year-old, pleads for mother’s ex-boyfriend to turn himself in“Turn yourself in. Be a man. Don’t be a coward. You know what you did. You were man enough to carry a gun, be man enough to face the consequences of your senseless actions,” the 12-year-old's uncle said.
Suspect wanted for killing 12-year-old in Cloverleaf has lengthy criminal history, court docs show
Read full article: Suspect wanted for killing 12-year-old in Cloverleaf has lengthy criminal history, court docs showThe man accused of shooting and killing his ex-girlfriend’s son as he slept last week inside an east Harris County apartment is no stranger to violent crimes.
Manhunt continues for man accused of murdering 12-year-old Carlos Fernandez
Read full article: Manhunt continues for man accused of murdering 12-year-old Carlos FernandezHarris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, along with his team, provided updates on the deadly shooting of 12-year-old Carlos Fernandez Friday morning.
Mom’s former boyfriend identified as suspect in 12-year-old boy’s murder in east Harris County
Read full article: Mom’s former boyfriend identified as suspect in 12-year-old boy’s murder in east Harris CountyOfficials have named the suspect they say is responsible for murdering 12-year-old Carlos Fernandez.
Houston man sentenced to 50 years for kidnapping, drugging and raping 15-year-old girl during 3-day trip across country
Read full article: Houston man sentenced to 50 years for kidnapping, drugging and raping 15-year-old girl during 3-day trip across countryA 33-year-old Houston man has been sentenced to 50 years in federal prison for kidnapping and raping a 15-year-old girl, the United States Department of Justice announced Monday.
Houston man pleads guilty to kidnapping 15-year-old, raping her on 3-day trip across country
Read full article: Houston man pleads guilty to kidnapping 15-year-old, raping her on 3-day trip across countryA 33-year-old Houston man has been convicted after holding a teen girl against her will and taking her on a three-day trip across the country, the United States Department of Justice announced Thursday.
Judge criticizes prosecutors' handling of Venezuela case against ex-Miami congressman
Read full article: Judge criticizes prosecutors' handling of Venezuela case against ex-Miami congressmanA federal judge in Miami is criticizing prosecutors for an apparent attempt to undercut a court order and try to take control of an oceanside condo belonging to a former Republican congressman ahead of a high-profile trial connected to a $50 million consulting contract with Venezuela’s government.
17-year-old student accused of bringing gun to HISD’s Sam Houston Math, Science, and Technology Center
Read full article: 17-year-old student accused of bringing gun to HISD’s Sam Houston Math, Science, and Technology CenterJuan Pablo Rivera, 17, is charged with possession of a prohibited weapon for the May 16 incident.
Ex-Miami US Rep. David Rivera arrested in Venezuela probe
Read full article: Ex-Miami US Rep. David Rivera arrested in Venezuela probeA former Miami congressman who signed a $50 million consulting contract with Venezuela’s socialist government was arrested Monday on charges of money laundering and representing a foreign government without registering.
Man sentenced to 20 years for 2019 road rage shooting that severely injured 2 toddlers after fireworks exploded inside truck
Read full article: Man sentenced to 20 years for 2019 road rage shooting that severely injured 2 toddlers after fireworks exploded inside truckThe man convicted in the 2019 road rage shooting that severely injured two toddlers and their father has learned his fate. On Wednesday, Bayron J. Rivera was sentenced to serve 20 years in prison.
Man convicted in 2019 road rage shooting that left 2 toddlers severely burned after fireworks inside truck ignite, prosecutors say
Read full article: Man convicted in 2019 road rage shooting that left 2 toddlers severely burned after fireworks inside truck ignite, prosecutors sayA man who shot into a vehicle in an incident of road rage, which prosecutors said sparked a fire that left two toddlers severely burned, has been convicted in the crime.
New claims against ex-Miami congressman hired by Venezuela
Read full article: New claims against ex-Miami congressman hired by VenezuelaNew filings in a civil suit allege that a former Miami congressman who signed a $50 million consulting contract with Venezuela’s socialist government not only did no apparent work, but also channeled a large chunk of the money to a yacht company on behalf of a fugitive billionaire.
Houston family of 11-year-old school shooting survivor says student smeared blood on her body to pretend to be dead
Read full article: Houston family of 11-year-old school shooting survivor says student smeared blood on her body to pretend to be deadEleven-year-old Miah Cerrillo is struggling to cope with the loss of her teacher and friends following the tragic shooting at a Uvalde elementary school Tuesday.
Young officer slain in Harlem joined to help 'chaotic city'
Read full article: Young officer slain in Harlem joined to help 'chaotic city'The 22-year-old New York City police officer who was shot to death while responding to a call in a Harlem apartment once wrote that he joined the force to make a difference in the “chaotic city.”.
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Prosecutor says trial in Iowa student's death won't be easy
Read full article: Prosecutor says trial in Iowa student's death won't be easyA prosecutor is warning prospective jurors that the trial of a Mexican national charged in the 2018 fatal stabbing of a University of Iowa student will include graphic evidence that will be emotionally difficult to see and hear.
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Texas death toll from February storm, outages surpasses 100
Read full article: Texas death toll from February storm, outages surpasses 100The majority of the Texas deaths are associated with hypothermia, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services. The toll now officially exceeds that of Hurricane Harvey in 2017, which was blamed for 68 deaths in Texas. Among them was Gilbert Rivera, 60, who told relatives after the power went out in his garage apartment that he was cold but staying bundled up. AdRivera’s family is among dozens who have filed lawsuits against electricity providers and the state’s embattled power grid, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas. Next week, the Texas House is expected to vote on a package in response to the storm, including efforts to winterize power plants.
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School voucher push taps frustration over distance learning
Read full article: School voucher push taps frustration over distance learningRivera is hoping a voucher bill passes that will help pay for her to move her son out of a public Cobb County school and into a private school. They're back in public school and mostly attending class in person. “We’ve been just a public school family forever, without any intention or desire to leave," Rivera said. “The major concern I’ve had over the last year has been from parents who don’t have a public school offering in-person classes,” Cantrell said. Rivera herself wonders about the tension between her desires to support her kids and support public schools.
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Texas woman sentenced to life for death of 4-year-old son
Read full article: Texas woman sentenced to life for death of 4-year-old sonThis Aug. 7, 2018, photo provided by the Galveston, Texas, County Jail shows Suzanne Rivera. Rivera has been sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole for the death of her 4-year-old son, whose body was found on a beach in Galveston in October 2017. Court records show Rebecca Suzanne Rivera was sentenced Thursday, Fev. (Galveston County Jail via AP)GALVESTON, Texas – A 37-year-old Texas woman has been sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole for the death of her 4-year-old son, whose body was found on a beach in Galveston in 2017. Rebecca Suzanne Rivera was sentenced Thursday following her conviction on a charge of injury to a child by omission, according to court records.
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Mother of ‘Little Jacob’ sentenced to life in prison for boy’s slaying
Read full article: Mother of ‘Little Jacob’ sentenced to life in prison for boy’s slayingRebecca Rivera is seen in this mug shot released Feb. 4, 2021. GALVESTON, Texas – The mother of a boy known as “Little Jacob” has been sentenced to life in prison for killing the 4-year-old boy and dumping his body on a Galveston beach. Rebecca Rivera was convicted of first-degree injury to a child causing serious bodily injury and sentenced Thursday. The body of “Little Jacob” was found on East Beach in Galveston in October 2017. AdProsecutors said that Rivera admitted before the trial that she would beat Jacob whenever she got frustrated with Gomez.
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Venezuela hired Democratic Party donor for $6 million
Read full article: Venezuela hired Democratic Party donor for $6 million(AP Photo/Matias Delacroix)MIAMI – Newly filed lobbying records show Venezuela’s socialist government previously hired a longtime Democratic Party donor for $6 million at the same time it was lobbying to discourage the U.S. from imposing sanctions on the oil-rich nation. Federal prosecutors in Miami are also investigating whether the Republican broke foreign lobbying rules. Payments came from a little-known, Delaware-registered subsidiary, PDV USA, which provided shareholder services to PDVSA independent of Citgo's oil operations. “Wiss was engaged to provide PDV USA and its affiliates with legal services only,” she wrote in an e-mailed response to questions. PDV USA said Wiss provided updates on disputes involving PDVSA and advice on immigration, insurance, and cryptocurrency.
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More people getting tested for coronavirus ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday
Read full article: More people getting tested for coronavirus ahead of the Thanksgiving holidayHOUSTON – Local officials have made the push and urged people to get tested for COVID-19 as positive cases continue to climb in Houston and Harris County. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo encouraged people to exercise cautions around the holiday and cancel large gatherings. Dr. Maria Rivera with Harris County Public said that the numbers of people getting tested have increased recently. “It’s free you can get tested as many times as you want, the results come back quickly and so we hope people will continue to get tested as we go thru this holiday season,” Dr. Rivera said. Rivera reiterated that people can’t let their guard down even if they test negative.
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Search of California lake resumes for missing "Glee" star
Read full article: Search of California lake resumes for missing "Glee" starThe search to find Glee" TV show star Rivera in a Southern California lake ended Saturday, July 11, 2020, without any results, authorities said. The Ventura County Sheriff's Office said in a tweet Saturday night that the search of Lake Piru will resume Sunday morning. Authorities said Thursday they believe Rivera drowned in the lake. (Photo by Willy Sanjuan/Invision/AP, File)LOS ANGELES The search to find Glee TV show star Naya Rivera in a Southern California lake resumed on Sunday, authorities said. The Ventura County Sheriffs Office said last Thursday that they believe Rivera, 33, drowned in Lake Piru, northwest of Los Angeles.
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Naya Rivera's Ex-Fiance Big Sean Likes Tweets Asking for Her Safe Return After She Goes Missing
Read full article: Naya Rivera's Ex-Fiance Big Sean Likes Tweets Asking for Her Safe Return After She Goes MissingBig Sean is thinking of his ex-fiancee, Naya Rivera. Big Sean liked several tweets from fans who wrote about calling in. "The search for Naya Rivera will continue this morning at Lake Piru. Big Sean and Rivera ended their engagement in 2014, six months after he proposed. RELATED CONTENT:Heather Morris and More Asks Fans to Pray for Naya Rivera Amid Search'Glee' Star Naya Rivera Missing After Boat Ride With 4-Year-Old SonBig Sean Says He Doesn't Feel Equal or Free in Emotional Video
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Naya Rivera Missing: Eyewitness Recalls Seeing Actress Getting Into Boat With Son
Read full article: Naya Rivera Missing: Eyewitness Recalls Seeing Actress Getting Into Boat With SonHours before Naya Rivera was reported missing, an eyewitness says they saw the actress and her 4-year-old son, Josey. Rivera was wearing white shorts, a white hat and carrying a large bag, the eyewitness recalls, adding that Rivera rented a boat and was assisted by attendants getting into it with her son. It was comfortable weather and there were other pontoon boats in the water and even a water skier," the eyewitness tells ET. "The search for Naya Rivera will continue this morning at Lake Piru," the department tweeted early Thursday. RELATED CONTENT:Inside Naya Riveras Sweet Relationship With Her 4-Year-Old Son JoseyHeather Morris and Celebs Ask for Prayers for Naya Rivera Amid Search'Glee' Star Naya Rivera Missing After Boat Ride With 4-Year-Old Son
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He removed labels that said medical use prohibited, then tried to sell thousands of masks to officials who distribute to hospitals
Read full article: He removed labels that said medical use prohibited, then tried to sell thousands of masks to officials who distribute to hospitalsThe new bags, intended to make their way to Texas hospitals, simply omitted that warning. That trust has eroded as Chinese-made masks claiming, sometimes falsely, to be 95% effective at filtering virus-laden particles made their way into hospitals and now local convenience stores. The operation Rensko witnessed had the potential to push faulty masks into the Texas supply chain just as Gov. He told his wife, who told a friend, who told another friend, who told me. The absurdity, greed and incompetence surrounding the distribution of coronavirus-era masks has taken me to Chicago, California and, now, Texas.
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