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Fort Bend funeral home to handle George Floyd’s services after Turner announces body to return to Houston
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – George Floyd’s body will return to Houston and a Fort Bend funeral home will be handling services, the owner confirmed to KPRC 2 Saturday night. Bobby Swearington, owner of said while the funeral arrangements have not yet been solidified, a public visitation will be held for Floyd in Minnesota on Thursday, after which his body will be brought to Houston. Swearington said he will provide more details on the funeral arrangements Monday. Meanwhile, people wishing to pay respects may order floral arrangements through the funeral...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – George Floyd’s body will return to Houston and a Fort Bend funeral home will be handling services, the owner confirmed to KPRC 2 Saturday night. Bobby Swearington, owner of said while the funeral arrangements have not yet been solidified, a public visitation will be held for Floyd in Minnesota on Thursday, after which his body will be brought to Houston. Swearington said he will provide more details on the funeral arrangements Monday. Meanwhile, people wishing to pay respects may order floral arrangements through the funeral...WW…
Texas’ sales tax holiday for emergency preparation supplies starts tonight
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Are you ready for the next natural disaster in the Houston area?Families are urged to have a disaster preparedness kit before the hurricane season starts on June 1.Individuals that are looking to save a few bucks should plan to shop during the annual sales-tax holiday for emergency preparation supplies. The begins on Saturday, April 24, at 12:01 a.m to Monday, April 26, at midnight.The tax-free promotion includes items such as portable generators, hurricane shutters, coolers, fuel containers, tarps, flashlights, batteries, and...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Are you ready for the next natural disaster in the Houston area?Families are urged to have a disaster preparedness kit before the hurricane season starts on June 1.Individuals that are looking to save a few bucks should plan to shop during the annual sales-tax holiday for emergency preparation supplies. The begins on Saturday, April 24, at 12:01 a.m to Monday, April 26, at midnight.The tax-free promotion includes items such as portable generators, hurricane shutters, coolers, fuel containers, tarps, flashlights, batteries, and...WW…
23rd woman files lawsuit against Texans QB Deshaun Watson
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – A new woman has come forward Wednesday alleging sexual harassment from Houston Texans quarterback . This marksby lawyer Tony Buzbee against the football star in a little over a month.A court recently issued a decision that compelled Buzbee to of assault and harassment during the massages he received from them. In the latest lawsuit, the woman identified herself, but KPRC 2 is not revealing the names of the victims.Watson has denied the allegations. While his lawyer, Rustin Hardin, said the sexual acts were consensual.According...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – A new woman has come forward Wednesday alleging sexual harassment from Houston Texans quarterback . This marksby lawyer Tony Buzbee against the football star in a little over a month.A court recently issued a decision that compelled Buzbee to of assault and harassment during the massages he received from them. In the latest lawsuit, the woman identified herself, but KPRC 2 is not revealing the names of the victims.Watson has denied the allegations. While his lawyer, Rustin Hardin, said the sexual acts were consensual.According...WW…
Police searching for gunman accused of fatally shooting a pregnant woman in west Houston
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – A 22-year-old pregnant woman was killed after a shooting in west Houston, according to Houston police.HPD said a report of a shooting came in at 12:37 p.m. on Sunday near Wilcrest and Richmond Ave.“We’re not sure if it’s an altercation or what happened but there was a report that the individuals may have come into contact prior to the shooting,” said Brian Evans with Houston Homicide Division.Officials said the suspect followed the victim’s vehicle and fired a shot at the car. The bullet went through the back of the vehicle and...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – A 22-year-old pregnant woman was killed after a shooting in west Houston, according to Houston police.HPD said a report of a shooting came in at 12:37 p.m. on Sunday near Wilcrest and Richmond Ave.“We’re not sure if it’s an altercation or what happened but there was a report that the individuals may have come into contact prior to the shooting,” said Brian Evans with Houston Homicide Division.Officials said the suspect followed the victim’s vehicle and fired a shot at the car. The bullet went through the back of the vehicle and...WW…
Man charged with capital murder for deadly shooting of 6-year-old child in Pasadena, police say
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: PASADENA, Texas – A 6-year-old girl is dead after being shot multiple times by a relative in Pasadena on Friday, police said.Pasadena police responded to reports of a shooting at an apartment complex located at 3637 Shaver Street around 11:30 a.m. Police said the 6-year-old, who the family has identified as Laurionne Walker, was shot by her relative over spilled water.On Saturday, Pasadena police charged 35-year-old Raymeon Means with capital murder for the death of the child. Police said he remains in custody with no bond.Neighbor...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: PASADENA, Texas – A 6-year-old girl is dead after being shot multiple times by a relative in Pasadena on Friday, police said.Pasadena police responded to reports of a shooting at an apartment complex located at 3637 Shaver Street around 11:30 a.m. Police said the 6-year-old, who the family has identified as Laurionne Walker, was shot by her relative over spilled water.On Saturday, Pasadena police charged 35-year-old Raymeon Means with capital murder for the death of the child. Police said he remains in custody with no bond.Neighbor...WW…
Police Chief Art Acevedo leaving Houston to become Miami’s top cop
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo is leaving the department for a new job, according to the local police union.Houston Police Office Union President Doug Griffith confirmed Acevedo has accepted the position to become the next police chief in Miami.“We appreciate his service to Houston, and wish him the best in Miami,” Griffith said in a statement.Houston’s Mayor, Sylvester Turner, also had kind words for his long time friend and the man he hired in 2016.“The only thing that I ask is that while you are here you do an exceptional...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo is leaving the department for a new job, according to the local police union.Houston Police Office Union President Doug Griffith confirmed Acevedo has accepted the position to become the next police chief in Miami.“We appreciate his service to Houston, and wish him the best in Miami,” Griffith said in a statement.Houston’s Mayor, Sylvester Turner, also had kind words for his long time friend and the man he hired in 2016.“The only thing that I ask is that while you are here you do an exceptional...WW…
Turner says Abbott had no objection to mask order during Biden’s Houston visit
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – During a press conference Sunday with local health officials where he urged the public to wear masks, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said Texas Gov. Greg Abbott didn’t when.On Feb. 26, Biden met with Turner, Abbott, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, and congressional members in Houston to discuss the state’s response to the winter storm, which left millions of Texans without water and power for days, and the COVID-19 response, which heavily depends on the ramping up distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine.Turner said that during...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – During a press conference Sunday with local health officials where he urged the public to wear masks, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said Texas Gov. Greg Abbott didn’t when.On Feb. 26, Biden met with Turner, Abbott, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, and congressional members in Houston to discuss the state’s response to the winter storm, which left millions of Texans without water and power for days, and the COVID-19 response, which heavily depends on the ramping up distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine.Turner said that during...WW…
HPD: At least 8 people hit by car at Fiesta Mart in south Houston
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Houston police are investigating a major crash Saturday afternoon at a Fiesta Market in south Houston.Officials said at least eight people were struck by the vehicle at 9420 Cullen Boulevard. Around 3 p.m., a gold SUV drove through the front windows and traveled through the store, according to HPD.The injured people were transported to local hospitals. The youngest victim was 9 years old while the oldest was in their mid-30s.HPD said the most significant injury suffered was a head injury and that person is expected to...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Houston police are investigating a major crash Saturday afternoon at a Fiesta Market in south Houston.Officials said at least eight people were struck by the vehicle at 9420 Cullen Boulevard. Around 3 p.m., a gold SUV drove through the front windows and traveled through the store, according to HPD.The injured people were transported to local hospitals. The youngest victim was 9 years old while the oldest was in their mid-30s.HPD said the most significant injury suffered was a head injury and that person is expected to...WW…
Beyoncé foundation to donate $500K to families facing eviction amid COVID-19
LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Beyoncé, through her nonprofit BeyGOOD, continues to provide ways to help those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic. Phase 2 of the BeyGOOD Impact Fund, it will provide , BeyGOOD announced on its website.“The housing moratorium is set to end on December 26th, resulting in mortgage foreclosures and rental evictions,” the nonprofit wrote in a press release. “Many families are impacted, due to the pandemic that resulted in job loss, sickness and overall economy downturn.”The $5,000 grants will go to 100 individuals and families...…LIVETags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Beyoncé, through her nonprofit BeyGOOD, continues to provide ways to help those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic. Phase 2 of the BeyGOOD Impact Fund, it will provide , BeyGOOD announced on its website.“The housing moratorium is set to end on December 26th, resulting in mortgage foreclosures and rental evictions,” the nonprofit wrote in a press release. “Many families are impacted, due to the pandemic that resulted in job loss, sickness and overall economy downturn.”The $5,000 grants will go to 100 individuals and families...WW…
Soldier’s estranged wife charged in connection with Fort Hood soldier Vanessa Guillen’s disappearance, officials say
WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Officials identified two suspects tied to Fort Hood solider Vanessa Guillen’s disappearance Thursday evening. Cecily Aguilar, 22, is charged in connection with the disappearance of Guillen. Aguilar is charged with one count of conspiracy to tamper with evidence, according to the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Texas. U.S. Army Specialist Aaron Robinson, 20, who officials say committed suicide earlier this week, is accused of killing Guillen. Officials said Aguilar is Robinson’s estranged wife.According to...…WEATHER ALERTTags: Sign up for our NewslettersTags: HOUSTON – Officials identified two suspects tied to Fort Hood solider Vanessa Guillen’s disappearance Thursday evening. Cecily Aguilar, 22, is charged in connection with the disappearance of Guillen. Aguilar is charged with one count of conspiracy to tamper with evidence, according to the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Texas. U.S. Army Specialist Aaron Robinson, 20, who officials say committed suicide earlier this week, is accused of killing Guillen. Officials said Aguilar is Robinson’s estranged wife.According to...WW…