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Texas Had An Outsized Presence At The Capitol Insurrection. Why? | Houston Public Media
More than three dozen Texans have been arrested and charged with various crimes in connection with the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. That's more than almost any other state in the country.Those arrested range in age from their early 20s to their mid-60s. They hail from Houston and Dallas, Lubbock and Midland. They include veterans, police officers, and Realtors — people you might find in any Texas community.The question is what drew so many of them to march on the Capitol.Jenna Ryan is perhaps one of the best known Texans accused of breaching the U.S. Capitol. The Frisco real...…More than three dozen Texans have been arrested and charged with various crimes in connection with the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. That's more than almost any other state in the country.Those arrested range in age from their early 20s to their mid-60s. They hail from Houston and Dallas, Lubbock and Midland. They include veterans, police officers, and Realtors — people you might find in any Texas community.The question is what drew so many of them to march on the Capitol.Jenna Ryan is perhaps one of the best known Texans accused of breaching the U.S. Capitol. The Frisco real...WW…
Last Picture Show: Houston Film Buffs Say Farewell To The River Oaks Theatre | Houston Public Media
After nearly a month of community outcry, the River Oaks Theatre closed its doors indefinitely on Thursday, after lease negotiations fell through between property owner Weingarten Realty and leaseholder Landmark Theatres.The theater was built in 1939, and had been operated by Landmark since 1976.Now, it joins countless other businesses that have shuttered due to the pandemic.At a candlelight vigil outside of the theater Thursday evening, after its last showing, many spoke about their personal connection to the theater and the community it fostered. They shared their favorite experiences....…After nearly a month of community outcry, the River Oaks Theatre closed its doors indefinitely on Thursday, after lease negotiations fell through between property owner Weingarten Realty and leaseholder Landmark Theatres.The theater was built in 1939, and had been operated by Landmark since 1976.Now, it joins countless other businesses that have shuttered due to the pandemic.At a candlelight vigil outside of the theater Thursday evening, after its last showing, many spoke about their personal connection to the theater and the community it fostered. They shared their favorite experiences....WW…
UPDATE: 4 More Women Accuse Texans QB Deshaun Watson Of Sexual Assault | Houston Public Media
The following story contains descriptions of alleged sexual assault.Updated March 19, 10:31 a.m. CTFour more women have accused Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault, bringing the total to seven, according to lawsuits filed Thursday evening by Houston lawyer Tony Buzbee.The latest lawsuits accuse Watson of inappropriately touching two women, forcibly kissing and exposing himself to one woman, and attempting to kiss another woman after brushing his genital area against her hand. The four incidents occurred last year.Buzbee announced Thursday that he was hired by nine women to...…The following story contains descriptions of alleged sexual assault.Updated March 19, 10:31 a.m. CTFour more women have accused Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault, bringing the total to seven, according to lawsuits filed Thursday evening by Houston lawyer Tony Buzbee.The latest lawsuits accuse Watson of inappropriately touching two women, forcibly kissing and exposing himself to one woman, and attempting to kiss another woman after brushing his genital area against her hand. The four incidents occurred last year.Buzbee announced Thursday that he was hired by nine women to...WW…
UPDATE: Texans QB Deshaun Watson Accused Of Sexual Assault By 2 Massage Therapists | Houston Public Media
Updated 6:29 p.m. CTThe following story contains graphic descriptions of alleged sexual assault.Two massage therapists have now accused Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault during a massage sessions last year, according to a pair of lawsuits filed this week.Houston lawyer and former mayoral candidate Tony Buzbee announced the latest lawsuit on Instagram Wednesday, where he said he will be filing four separate lawsuits against Watson on behalf of his accusers."My associate, Cornelia, and I will file the second of what is now four cases on behalf of women against...…Updated 6:29 p.m. CTThe following story contains graphic descriptions of alleged sexual assault.Two massage therapists have now accused Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault during a massage sessions last year, according to a pair of lawsuits filed this week.Houston lawyer and former mayoral candidate Tony Buzbee announced the latest lawsuit on Instagram Wednesday, where he said he will be filing four separate lawsuits against Watson on behalf of his accusers."My associate, Cornelia, and I will file the second of what is now four cases on behalf of women against...WW…
Nearly A Week After The Winter Storm, Some In Houston’s 5th Ward Are Still Without Water | Houston Public Media
Theresa Anderson has been without water since last week’s winter storm hit the Houston area. She hasn’t been able to find someone to fix the burst water pipe in her home.It’s been terrible, she said: She’s disabled, and getting help has been a challenge.“I’m sitting here and I’m just trying to get somebody to go get me some water right now because I can’t pack it,” Anderson said at a Fifth Ward water drive on Thursday.Because of the home damage, Anderson, 48, said she and her roommate have been living in her vehicle. And it’s just the latest crisis she’s faced — her home also has damage...…Theresa Anderson has been without water since last week’s winter storm hit the Houston area. She hasn’t been able to find someone to fix the burst water pipe in her home.It’s been terrible, she said: She’s disabled, and getting help has been a challenge.“I’m sitting here and I’m just trying to get somebody to go get me some water right now because I can’t pack it,” Anderson said at a Fifth Ward water drive on Thursday.Because of the home damage, Anderson, 48, said she and her roommate have been living in her vehicle. And it’s just the latest crisis she’s faced — her home also has damage...WW…
Nearly A Week After The Winter Storm, Some In Houston’s 5th Ward Are Still Without Water – Houston Public Media
Theresa Anderson has been without water since last week’s winter storm hit the Houston area. She hasn’t been able to find someone to fix the burst water pipe in her home.It’s been terrible, she said: She’s disabled, and getting help has been a challenge.“I’m sitting here and I’m just trying to get somebody to go get me some water right now because I can’t pack it,” Anderson said at a Fifth Ward water drive on Thursday.Because of the home damage, Anderson, 48, said she and her roommate have been living in her vehicle. And it’s just the latest crisis she’s faced — her home also has damage...…Theresa Anderson has been without water since last week’s winter storm hit the Houston area. She hasn’t been able to find someone to fix the burst water pipe in her home.It’s been terrible, she said: She’s disabled, and getting help has been a challenge.“I’m sitting here and I’m just trying to get somebody to go get me some water right now because I can’t pack it,” Anderson said at a Fifth Ward water drive on Thursday.Because of the home damage, Anderson, 48, said she and her roommate have been living in her vehicle. And it’s just the latest crisis she’s faced — her home also has damage...WW…
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