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Off-duty officer, worker injured in hit-and-run on Katy Freeway near Highway 6, authorities say
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – An investigation is underway after an off-duty Patton Village police officer and worker were injured in a hit-and-run on Katy Freeway near Highway 6 Sunday, authorities said.Investigators said around 3:40 a.m. a TxDOT crew was making repairs and trying to clear an accident when they got side-swiped by a vehicle that left the scene.The officer and foreman from that side-swiped vehicle got out and were inspecting the damage when they were both struck by a hit-and-run vehicle, authorities said. Investigators said they were both...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – An investigation is underway after an off-duty Patton Village police officer and worker were injured in a hit-and-run on Katy Freeway near Highway 6 Sunday, authorities said.Investigators said around 3:40 a.m. a TxDOT crew was making repairs and trying to clear an accident when they got side-swiped by a vehicle that left the scene.The officer and foreman from that side-swiped vehicle got out and were inspecting the damage when they were both struck by a hit-and-run vehicle, authorities said. Investigators said they were both...WW…
Man charged with capital murder in shooting that killed 2, injured 2
WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – A man has been charged with capital murder in connection with a shooting Monday that killed two people and injured two others.Tracye Cash, 28, is also charged with two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection with the shooting in the 700 block of East Whitney Street.According to Houston police, officers arrived at the scene and found Cash, 25-year-old Patrick Price and 27-year-old Robert Palmer suffering from gunshot wounds. Police said Price and Palmer died at the scene. Cash was taken to a...…WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – A man has been charged with capital murder in connection with a shooting Monday that killed two people and injured two others.Tracye Cash, 28, is also charged with two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection with the shooting in the 700 block of East Whitney Street.According to Houston police, officers arrived at the scene and found Cash, 25-year-old Patrick Price and 27-year-old Robert Palmer suffering from gunshot wounds. Police said Price and Palmer died at the scene. Cash was taken to a...WW…
Former Texas Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst released from jail after being arrested on domestic violence charge
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: DALLAS – Former Texas Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst has bonded out of jail after he was arrested on domestic violence charges in Dallas.Dallas police announced the arrest around midnight. Police said a woman told them she was physically assaulted by Dewhurst, who is 75. He was released just before 5 a.m., reports say.Dewhurst faces a charge of misdemeanor assault family violence. His bond was set at $1,000. Police have not disclosed the identity of the woman who called the police.Last year, Dewhurst’s girlfriend was arrested on two separate...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: DALLAS – Former Texas Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst has bonded out of jail after he was arrested on domestic violence charges in Dallas.Dallas police announced the arrest around midnight. Police said a woman told them she was physically assaulted by Dewhurst, who is 75. He was released just before 5 a.m., reports say.Dewhurst faces a charge of misdemeanor assault family violence. His bond was set at $1,000. Police have not disclosed the identity of the woman who called the police.Last year, Dewhurst’s girlfriend was arrested on two separate...WW…
Alamo Drafthouse files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, announces deal to sell assets, reports say
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: They say all good things must come to an end, but we are hoping this theater franchise can withstand the harsh effects of the pandemic.Alamo Drafthouse, the theater chain known for its food and drink servicing options while guests enjoy a good film, is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, according to According to The Hollywood Reporter, the theater franchise is entering into a “restructuring agreement” and plans to sell assets to Altamont Capital and Fortress Investment Group.Tim League, a founder of Alamo Drafthouse and its...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: They say all good things must come to an end, but we are hoping this theater franchise can withstand the harsh effects of the pandemic.Alamo Drafthouse, the theater chain known for its food and drink servicing options while guests enjoy a good film, is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, according to According to The Hollywood Reporter, the theater franchise is entering into a “restructuring agreement” and plans to sell assets to Altamont Capital and Fortress Investment Group.Tim League, a founder of Alamo Drafthouse and its...WW…
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Griddy Energy Company after customers hit with high energy bills
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against Griddy, LLC for “violating the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act through false, misleading, and deceptive advertising and marketing practices,” according to a news release sent by Paxton’s office.During the February winter freeze, multiple Texas power companies left millions of Texans without power and heat during record-low temperatures across the state.“Griddy passed skyrocketing energy costs to customers with little to no warning, resulting in consumers paying hundreds or...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against Griddy, LLC for “violating the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act through false, misleading, and deceptive advertising and marketing practices,” according to a news release sent by Paxton’s office.During the February winter freeze, multiple Texas power companies left millions of Texans without power and heat during record-low temperatures across the state.“Griddy passed skyrocketing energy costs to customers with little to no warning, resulting in consumers paying hundreds or...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…
All lanes on US-290 at Beltway back open after fatal crash
WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Houston police are investigating a deadly multi-vehicle crash involving a Precinct 4 deputy constable in northwest Houston Monday.Officers said the accident happened around 2 a.m. at 13400 Northwest Freeway when two vehicles collided on the freeway.Investigators said both vehicles spun out of control, then a third vehicle hit one of the spinning cars, which caused the spinning car to hit a guard rail. Police said it was then that the male driver was ejected onto the opposite side of the freeway.Investigators said the...…WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Houston police are investigating a deadly multi-vehicle crash involving a Precinct 4 deputy constable in northwest Houston Monday.Officers said the accident happened around 2 a.m. at 13400 Northwest Freeway when two vehicles collided on the freeway.Investigators said both vehicles spun out of control, then a third vehicle hit one of the spinning cars, which caused the spinning car to hit a guard rail. Police said it was then that the male driver was ejected onto the opposite side of the freeway.Investigators said the...WW…
Police release names of local rappers killed in shooting at Midtown bar
WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Three men were killed and another was injured in a shooting Tuesday night at a night club in Midtown, according to Houston police.The shooting happened at 9:43 p.m. inside DD Sky Club, located at 2217 Chenevert Street.Houston police identified the three victims as Jailyn Bernard Page, 19, Bryce Lee Goddard, 21, and Christopher Donshae Jackson, 22. They were all pronounced dead at the scene. The fourth victim was taken to an area hospital in critical condition.According to a security guard at the club, there were two...…WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Three men were killed and another was injured in a shooting Tuesday night at a night club in Midtown, according to Houston police.The shooting happened at 9:43 p.m. inside DD Sky Club, located at 2217 Chenevert Street.Houston police identified the three victims as Jailyn Bernard Page, 19, Bryce Lee Goddard, 21, and Christopher Donshae Jackson, 22. They were all pronounced dead at the scene. The fourth victim was taken to an area hospital in critical condition.According to a security guard at the club, there were two...WW…
Intoxicated wrong-way driver causes 18-wheeler to fall onto Downtown Aquarium parking lot, police say
WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – The freeway is back open on I-45 N at I-10 Katy southbound after being closed for hours due to a big rig crash Friday, officials said. Police said the crash was caused by an intoxicated driver going the wrong way.Houston police said they received a call around 2:27 a.m. When they arrived at the scene, they discovered an 18-wheeler hauling charcoal was traveling southbound and rolled over, causing it to fall nearly 30 feet below the freeway. Officials said the big rig landed in the Downtown Aquarium’s restaurant parking...…WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – The freeway is back open on I-45 N at I-10 Katy southbound after being closed for hours due to a big rig crash Friday, officials said. Police said the crash was caused by an intoxicated driver going the wrong way.Houston police said they received a call around 2:27 a.m. When they arrived at the scene, they discovered an 18-wheeler hauling charcoal was traveling southbound and rolled over, causing it to fall nearly 30 feet below the freeway. Officials said the big rig landed in the Downtown Aquarium’s restaurant parking...WW…
Judge finds no probable cause against suspect in slaying of disabled Cypress woman
, Digital Content ProducerPublished: September 15, 2020, 5:14 amUpdated: September 15, 2020, 9:24 amTags: , , , Sign up for our Newsletters, Digital Content ProducerPublished: September 15, 2020, 5:14 amUpdated: September 15, 2020, 9:24 amTags: , , , CYPRESS, Texas – Deputies said an arrest has been made in the shooting death of 20-year-old Sierra Rhodd, a disabled woman killed while sleeping in her home.Emma Presler, 18, has been charged with murder. Authorities said the shooting was possibly intended to be in retaliation against the victim’s 15-year-old...…, Digital Content ProducerPublished: September 15, 2020, 5:14 amUpdated: September 15, 2020, 9:24 amTags: , , , Sign up for our Newsletters, Digital Content ProducerPublished: September 15, 2020, 5:14 amUpdated: September 15, 2020, 9:24 amTags: , , , CYPRESS, Texas – Deputies said an arrest has been made in the shooting death of 20-year-old Sierra Rhodd, a disabled woman killed while sleeping in her home.Emma Presler, 18, has been charged with murder. Authorities said the shooting was possibly intended to be in retaliation against the victim’s 15-year-old...WW…