Breaking NewsA spokesperson for the Texas Education Agency said Thursday they are working with the Department of State Health Services on this issue.9:00 AM CDT August 14, 2020AUSTIN, Texas — The State of Texas tracks COVID-19 cases in facilities like prisons, nursing homes and child care centers.But as some kids and teachers return to the classroom, the found out the State does not know how much the virus is spreading through Texas schools.“I can't really control what the district decides for me personally in my job, but I can control what my family decides for my kids,” Austin ISD teacher...…Breaking NewsA spokesperson for the Texas Education Agency said Thursday they are working with the Department of State Health Services on this issue.9:00 AM CDT August 14, 2020AUSTIN, Texas — The State of Texas tracks COVID-19 cases in facilities like prisons, nursing homes and child care centers.But as some kids and teachers return to the classroom, the found out the State does not know how much the virus is spreading through Texas schools.“I can't really control what the district decides for me personally in my job, but I can control what my family decides for my kids,” Austin ISD teacher...WW…

Crime"If it is yours please contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office to claim it," Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez posted to Facebook.HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Thirty-two bags of marijuana are now in the custody of Harris County deputies after being mailed to the wrong house.The Harris County Sheriff's Office said residents who stayed in a home on Clover Gardens Drive in northwest Houston found a package they didn't order on their doorstep.The package contained 32 bags of marijuana, according to Harris County deputies. Loading ...The residents turned the package over to deputies who...…Crime"If it is yours please contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office to claim it," Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez posted to Facebook.HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Thirty-two bags of marijuana are now in the custody of Harris County deputies after being mailed to the wrong house.The Harris County Sheriff's Office said residents who stayed in a home on Clover Gardens Drive in northwest Houston found a package they didn't order on their doorstep.The package contained 32 bags of marijuana, according to Harris County deputies. Loading ...The residents turned the package over to deputies who...WW…

Breaking NewsSummer camps will also be allowed open this summer; youth sports leagues can begin practicing May 312:14 PM CDT May 18, 2020AUSTIN, Texas — Monday saw new information released on Phase 2 of Texas' recovery plan.Gov. Greg Abbott announced the new guidelines at a press conference Monday.Phase 2 includes opening dates and health and safety guidelines and checklists for everything from bars and breweries to day cares, summer camps and even aquariums.After being effectively , and putting thousands of bartenders and servers out of work, bars in Texas will be allowed to reopen Friday,...…Breaking NewsSummer camps will also be allowed open this summer; youth sports leagues can begin practicing May 312:14 PM CDT May 18, 2020AUSTIN, Texas — Monday saw new information released on Phase 2 of Texas' recovery plan.Gov. Greg Abbott announced the new guidelines at a press conference Monday.Phase 2 includes opening dates and health and safety guidelines and checklists for everything from bars and breweries to day cares, summer camps and even aquariums.After being effectively , and putting thousands of bartenders and servers out of work, bars in Texas will be allowed to reopen Friday,...WW…

Breaking NewsSeveral communities had originally been listed in the 'do not use' advisory, but now only Lake Jackson is affected.11:15 PM CDT September 25, 2020HOUSTON — A 'do not use' water advisory that was in effect for several communities Friday night into Saturday morning has been lifted for everyone except those in Lake Jackson. The order was originally issued after naegleria fowleri -- also known as a -- was detected in the water. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has determined there is no safety issue for the Brazosport Water Authority’s distribution system, so the...…Breaking NewsSeveral communities had originally been listed in the 'do not use' advisory, but now only Lake Jackson is affected.11:15 PM CDT September 25, 2020HOUSTON — A 'do not use' water advisory that was in effect for several communities Friday night into Saturday morning has been lifted for everyone except those in Lake Jackson. The order was originally issued after naegleria fowleri -- also known as a -- was detected in the water. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has determined there is no safety issue for the Brazosport Water Authority’s distribution system, so the...WW…

Breaking NewsPancho Claus and his low-rider friends have distributed toys in Houston's East End for 40 years and he wasn't going to let a tough 2020 stop him this year.3:52 PM CST December 25, 2020HOUSTON — The impacted a Houston holiday tradition this year but didn’t let it stop him from cruising through the East End. He and his toy-filled low-riders still delivered lots of Christmas cheer.“Pancho Claus has a list and he checks it twice," said Richard "Pancho Claus" Reyes. "But we give to everybody whether they’re naughty or nice.”RELATED:It’s been 40 years since . It's a role he’s played...…Breaking NewsPancho Claus and his low-rider friends have distributed toys in Houston's East End for 40 years and he wasn't going to let a tough 2020 stop him this year.3:52 PM CST December 25, 2020HOUSTON — The impacted a Houston holiday tradition this year but didn’t let it stop him from cruising through the East End. He and his toy-filled low-riders still delivered lots of Christmas cheer.“Pancho Claus has a list and he checks it twice," said Richard "Pancho Claus" Reyes. "But we give to everybody whether they’re naughty or nice.”RELATED:It’s been 40 years since . It's a role he’s played...WW…

Breaking NewsThe man's identity and cause of death is pending verification from medical examiners.Credit: KHOU3:43 PM CDT May 12, 2020HOUSTON — A city of Houston employee is dead after falling into a tank at a wastewater treatment plant in Greater East End.This happened at about 8:30 a.m. Tuesday morning at the located at 2525 SSgt. Macario Garcia Drive.Houston police said the man was cleaning the tank that was filled with water when he fell in. Witnesses rushed to pull the man out of the tank and called 911, police said.Paramedics arrived at the plant and pronounced the man dead. The...…Breaking NewsThe man's identity and cause of death is pending verification from medical examiners.Credit: KHOU3:43 PM CDT May 12, 2020HOUSTON — A city of Houston employee is dead after falling into a tank at a wastewater treatment plant in Greater East End.This happened at about 8:30 a.m. Tuesday morning at the located at 2525 SSgt. Macario Garcia Drive.Houston police said the man was cleaning the tank that was filled with water when he fell in. Witnesses rushed to pull the man out of the tank and called 911, police said.Paramedics arrived at the plant and pronounced the man dead. The...WW…

Breaking NewsGov. Greg Abbott has not agreed to the opening date.10:33 PM CDT May 12, 2020HOUSTON — Texas bars are asking for permission to reopen for business starting this Friday.Gov. Greg Abbott hasn't agreed and still hasn't said when or how bars, taverns and night clubs might be allowed to operate again.The darkened watering holes that line the streets in Houston's Midtown represent a portion of more than $500 million in lost revenue across the state, according to the Texas Restaurant Association.The group said it's time to allow the bars to start operating again.The association has...…Breaking NewsGov. Greg Abbott has not agreed to the opening date.10:33 PM CDT May 12, 2020HOUSTON — Texas bars are asking for permission to reopen for business starting this Friday.Gov. Greg Abbott hasn't agreed and still hasn't said when or how bars, taverns and night clubs might be allowed to operate again.The darkened watering holes that line the streets in Houston's Midtown represent a portion of more than $500 million in lost revenue across the state, according to the Texas Restaurant Association.The group said it's time to allow the bars to start operating again.The association has...WW…

Breaking NewsThe FBI is hoping someone knows this guy. He's accused of holding up an armored car in northeast Houston.Credit: FBI HOUSTONIf you recognize this guy, call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477).5:59 PM CDT August 17, 2020HOUSTON — The FBI Violent Crime Task Force is looking for a couple of suspects who robbed an armored car Monday morning. They ambushed a courier outside the at 7501 Homestead in northeast Houston.The armed suspects ordered the courier to hand over a bag of cash, and then escaped with an undisclosed amount of money. One suspect, dubbed the "Baby Bib...…Breaking NewsThe FBI is hoping someone knows this guy. He's accused of holding up an armored car in northeast Houston.Credit: FBI HOUSTONIf you recognize this guy, call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477).5:59 PM CDT August 17, 2020HOUSTON — The FBI Violent Crime Task Force is looking for a couple of suspects who robbed an armored car Monday morning. They ambushed a courier outside the at 7501 Homestead in northeast Houston.The armed suspects ordered the courier to hand over a bag of cash, and then escaped with an undisclosed amount of money. One suspect, dubbed the "Baby Bib...WW…

Breaking NewsThe $15 million to help Houstonians pay rent was gone in less than 90 minutes. A lot of people who needed help could never get through to the website.10:23 AM CDT May 13, 2020HOUSTON — The $15 million meant to help Houstonians pay rent is already gone. The money dried up in less than 90 minutes."All funds for the BakerRipley COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program have been committed. Enrollment has been suspended," Baker Ripley tweeted at 11:35 a.m. "The site is now closed."The online application process began at 10 a.m. Wednesday and they stopped accepting applications at 11:25...…Breaking NewsThe $15 million to help Houstonians pay rent was gone in less than 90 minutes. A lot of people who needed help could never get through to the website.10:23 AM CDT May 13, 2020HOUSTON — The $15 million meant to help Houstonians pay rent is already gone. The money dried up in less than 90 minutes."All funds for the BakerRipley COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program have been committed. Enrollment has been suspended," Baker Ripley tweeted at 11:35 a.m. "The site is now closed."The online application process began at 10 a.m. Wednesday and they stopped accepting applications at 11:25...WW…

Breaking NewsPolice also want any other potential victims to come forward.8:19 AM CST February 20, 2020HOUSTON — Police on Thursday released a sketch of a man wanted for the sexual assault of a child.The crime happened in southwest Houston at about 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 12, according to the Houston Police Department.Investigators said the suspect walked up to a 4-year-old girl as she played in the front yard of her apartment and sexually assaulted her.“He didn’t walk her very far from where she was, so kind of out of sight of the other children,” said Jessica Lam with the Crimes Against...…Breaking NewsPolice also want any other potential victims to come forward.8:19 AM CST February 20, 2020HOUSTON — Police on Thursday released a sketch of a man wanted for the sexual assault of a child.The crime happened in southwest Houston at about 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 12, according to the Houston Police Department.Investigators said the suspect walked up to a 4-year-old girl as she played in the front yard of her apartment and sexually assaulted her.“He didn’t walk her very far from where she was, so kind of out of sight of the other children,” said Jessica Lam with the Crimes Against...WW…