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‘No one was driving the car’: 2 men dead after fiery Tesla crash near The Woodlands, officials say
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – A Memorial Hermann doctor has been identified as one of two men killed when the Tesla they were in crashed into a tree. The accident has made national headlines because local officials investigating the accident say no one was driving the vehicle.The crash happened at 11:25 p.m. Saturday in the Carlton Woods subdivision near The Woodlands. The car burst into flames after hitting a tree near 18 Hammock Dunes Place.Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman told KPRC 2 that the investigation showed “no one was driving” the...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – A Memorial Hermann doctor has been identified as one of two men killed when the Tesla they were in crashed into a tree. The accident has made national headlines because local officials investigating the accident say no one was driving the vehicle.The crash happened at 11:25 p.m. Saturday in the Carlton Woods subdivision near The Woodlands. The car burst into flames after hitting a tree near 18 Hammock Dunes Place.Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman told KPRC 2 that the investigation showed “no one was driving” the...WW…
Harris County man who authorities say admitted to having sex with dogs, killing them sentenced in unrelated stabbing case
WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – A man has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for stabbing a day laborer in a random act of violence, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Wednesday.Arthur Kelvin Lovell, 34, was sentenced by state District Judge Mark Kent Ellis after a two-day bench trial.Lovell was convicted of assault with a deadly weapon in connection with the incident outside a convenience store in the 10200 block of West Belfort. The victim, seeing that Lovell appeared to be aiming for his heart, put up his arm to block the attack,...…WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – A man has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for stabbing a day laborer in a random act of violence, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Wednesday.Arthur Kelvin Lovell, 34, was sentenced by state District Judge Mark Kent Ellis after a two-day bench trial.Lovell was convicted of assault with a deadly weapon in connection with the incident outside a convenience store in the 10200 block of West Belfort. The victim, seeing that Lovell appeared to be aiming for his heart, put up his arm to block the attack,...WW…
Tony Buzbee to submit evidence to HPD, Harris Co. District Attorney in Texans’ Deshaun Watson case
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – On Saturday, attorney Tony Buzbee announced his team will be submitting affidavits and evidence from several women, who accused Texans quarterback of sexual misconduct, to the Houston Police Department and the Harris County District Attorney on Monday.“We will request that a grand jury be empaneled to considered the evidence we provide,” Buzbee said in a Facebook post.On Friday, four more lawsuits were filed Friday against Watson by Buzbee’s law firm on . Buzbee’s office said a total of seven lawsuits have been filed pertaining...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – On Saturday, attorney Tony Buzbee announced his team will be submitting affidavits and evidence from several women, who accused Texans quarterback of sexual misconduct, to the Houston Police Department and the Harris County District Attorney on Monday.“We will request that a grand jury be empaneled to considered the evidence we provide,” Buzbee said in a Facebook post.On Friday, four more lawsuits were filed Friday against Watson by Buzbee’s law firm on . Buzbee’s office said a total of seven lawsuits have been filed pertaining...WW…
LIST: Houston-area school districts, universities announce plans for week following winter weather closures
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – After several days of being closed due to dangerously cold and icy conditions, many school districts are surveying damage and making plans for the upcoming week.Here are the districts that have made announcements in alphabetical order:Alief ISDDue to winter storm recovery efforts, Alief ISD will be closed Monday, February 22. Maintenance staff have been working non-stop to ensure campuses are safe upon return to school and work. Tuesday will be a work day for staff. Curbside Meal service will not be served during this time. On...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – After several days of being closed due to dangerously cold and icy conditions, many school districts are surveying damage and making plans for the upcoming week.Here are the districts that have made announcements in alphabetical order:Alief ISDDue to winter storm recovery efforts, Alief ISD will be closed Monday, February 22. Maintenance staff have been working non-stop to ensure campuses are safe upon return to school and work. Tuesday will be a work day for staff. Curbside Meal service will not be served during this time. On...WW…
Houston one of five U.S. cities chosen as FEMA ‘super’ vaccination sites
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – The White House announced on Wednesday that the Federal Emergency Management Agency is working with Texas officials to establish three Community Vaccination Centers for vaccination distribution in the state, including one in Houston at NRG Park.Between them, the Texas sites will offer 10,000 vaccine doses per day, seven days per week, for the foreseeable future. Texas Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee said the Houston site will get 6,000 doses per day in addition to the weekly state allotment.The ‘super sites’ in Houston,...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – The White House announced on Wednesday that the Federal Emergency Management Agency is working with Texas officials to establish three Community Vaccination Centers for vaccination distribution in the state, including one in Houston at NRG Park.Between them, the Texas sites will offer 10,000 vaccine doses per day, seven days per week, for the foreseeable future. Texas Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee said the Houston site will get 6,000 doses per day in addition to the weekly state allotment.The ‘super sites’ in Houston,...WW…
Houston police officer resigns after being accused of penetrating Capitol, HPD says
Tags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo said during remarks Wednesday that a Houston police officer on his own time attended the Trump rally in Washington and then “penetrated” the U.S. Capitol building last week.There is an investigation underway and Acevedo said he is “highly confident” he will be facing federal charges. He is now on administrative leave, Acevedo said.“There is no excuse for criminal activity, especially from a police officer,” Acevedo said. “I can’t tell you the anger I feel at the thought of a police officer and other...…Tags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo said during remarks Wednesday that a Houston police officer on his own time attended the Trump rally in Washington and then “penetrated” the U.S. Capitol building last week.There is an investigation underway and Acevedo said he is “highly confident” he will be facing federal charges. He is now on administrative leave, Acevedo said.“There is no excuse for criminal activity, especially from a police officer,” Acevedo said. “I can’t tell you the anger I feel at the thought of a police officer and other...WW…
Amber Alert ends after 1-year-old boy from Pearland found safe
WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: PEARLAND, Texas – A regional Amber Alert has ended for a 1-year-old boy from Pearland who was taken by his mother Monday night, officials said.Pearland police said Tuesday that Jaivan Simpson was found safe with his mother.He was taken by 22-year-old Jada Williams about 7 p.m. Williams had threatened to hurt herself and the child, according to officials.The child was released to family members and Williams was taken into custody for a terroristic threat misdemeanor, according to police. Police said the case is still being...…WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: PEARLAND, Texas – A regional Amber Alert has ended for a 1-year-old boy from Pearland who was taken by his mother Monday night, officials said.Pearland police said Tuesday that Jaivan Simpson was found safe with his mother.He was taken by 22-year-old Jada Williams about 7 p.m. Williams had threatened to hurt herself and the child, according to officials.The child was released to family members and Williams was taken into custody for a terroristic threat misdemeanor, according to police. Police said the case is still being...WW…
Texas online vehicle registration renewal date extended
WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has extended his original vehicle waiver to allow drivers with vehicle registrations that are expired up to nine months the ability to renew online, or at a grocery store or AAA partner.Officials say be aware that the governor did not provide a waiver on sticker expiration dates, . Drivers with a June 2020 expiration date who renew this month will receive a new sticker that expires in June 2021. Fox 7 added that the online renewal system generates a receipt to carry in the vehicle until the new...…WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has extended his original vehicle waiver to allow drivers with vehicle registrations that are expired up to nine months the ability to renew online, or at a grocery store or AAA partner.Officials say be aware that the governor did not provide a waiver on sticker expiration dates, . Drivers with a June 2020 expiration date who renew this month will receive a new sticker that expires in June 2021. Fox 7 added that the online renewal system generates a receipt to carry in the vehicle until the new...WW…
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner responds to Thanksgiving weekend curfew orders in Texas
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has issued a statement following the curfews issued in Bexar County and in San Antonio.“I don’t rule out anything,” his statement to media reads. “Our behavior, the spread of this virus, and the impact on the health care delivery system will ultimately dictate our response.”His comments come after Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff and San Antonio Mayor Nirenberg imposed a curfew, beginning from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. starting Thursday, Nov. 26, and extending through Monday, Nov. 30. The efforts are due to...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has issued a statement following the curfews issued in Bexar County and in San Antonio.“I don’t rule out anything,” his statement to media reads. “Our behavior, the spread of this virus, and the impact on the health care delivery system will ultimately dictate our response.”His comments come after Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff and San Antonio Mayor Nirenberg imposed a curfew, beginning from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. starting Thursday, Nov. 26, and extending through Monday, Nov. 30. The efforts are due to...WW…
PHOTOS: Baby dolphin calf in need of help in Galveston area, local nonprofit says
, Specialty Senior Content EditorPublished: November 17, 2020, 1:47 pmTags: , , Sign up for our Newsletters, Specialty Senior Content EditorPublished: November 17, 2020, 1:47 pmTags: , , GALVESTON, Texas – A baby dolphin is in need of assistance in Galveston, according to a local nonprofit’s social media posting.The Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network said on Facebook that a dolphin calf was spotted with debris wrapped tightly around its neck.Galveston locals: we need your urgent help and eyes on the water!This little dolphin calf has debris wrapped tightly...Posted by...…, Specialty Senior Content EditorPublished: November 17, 2020, 1:47 pmTags: , , Sign up for our Newsletters, Specialty Senior Content EditorPublished: November 17, 2020, 1:47 pmTags: , , GALVESTON, Texas – A baby dolphin is in need of assistance in Galveston, according to a local nonprofit’s social media posting.The Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network said on Facebook that a dolphin calf was spotted with debris wrapped tightly around its neck.Galveston locals: we need your urgent help and eyes on the water!This little dolphin calf has debris wrapped tightly...Posted by...WW…