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In southeast Houston, authorities are seeking Loretta Norwood after an infant was discovered outside a residence. According to police records, Norwood, believed to be the child’s mother, has been charged in connection with the incident. Reports indicate that on March 22, Norwood allegedly left her son in a car seat outside a residence located in the 8400 block of Winthrop …

Residents of an apartment complex in east Houston are expressing frustration over a mail delivery hiatus lasting over a month, citing issues with unsecured mailboxes. The United States Postal Service (USPS) confirmed the cessation of mail delivery to the Falls of Birchbrook apartments due to concerns regarding the inadequate security of the mailboxes. Eyewitness News observed instances of mailbox doors …

In Houston, anticipation is high as the Astros gear up for their first game of the season, marking the start of their quest for postseason baseball. Opening Day will see them face off against the New York Yankees, a team synonymous with fall playoffs. Scheduled for Thursday, the game kicks off at approximately 3:10 p.m. CT. Prior to the game, …

Investigators are seeking video evidence in a shooting incident in northeast Harris County that left a 10-year-old boy hospitalized. The incident occurred at an apartment complex parking lot on Tidwell Road at C.E. King Parkway around 8 p.m. Wednesday, with approximately 20 to 30 individuals present, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. Following an argument that escalated into a …

In anticipation of Autism Acceptance Month, Avondale House CEO Steve Vetrano emphasized the transition from mere awareness to acceptance of individuals on the autism spectrum and their unique needs within our community. Founded in 1976 by parents of children with autism, Avondale House remains the sole agency in the Greater Houston area dedicated to serving individuals with moderate to severe …

In Houston, Texas, Kelvin Sampson, the head coach of the Houston Cougars men’s basketball team, has publicly lauded senior guard Jamal Shead as the “greatest leader I’ve ever coached.” This sentiment gained wider recognition after the Coogs narrowly escaped an upset against Texas A&M in March Madness to advance to the Sweet Sixteen in Dallas. During the game against Texas …

In the current year, tornadoes have already claimed the lives of at least 58 individuals across 10 states, surpassing the average annual tornado fatalities in the United States. Recent data from Climate Central suggests a shift in severe weather and tornado patterns over the past four decades, with notable impacts on who is affected and where. According to Climate Central’s …

Two members of the U.S. Congress from the Houston area, Congressman Al Green and Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia, expressed disappointment with the response they received from the United States Postal Service (USPS) regarding their concerns about accountability and transparency. After receiving numerous complaints from constituents about packages or letters being stuck in processing facilities or going missing altogether, Green and Garcia …

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton reached an agreement in Harris County on Tuesday morning to resolve some of his longstanding legal issues. Paxton had been indicted on felony securities fraud charges in July 2015, stemming from allegations related to promoting a tech startup’s stock without disclosing payments received. Under the terms of the agreement, Paxton will enter a pre-trial intervention …

It has obtained details regarding the financial implications of Houston’s proposed agreement with the city’s firefighters, shedding light on the potential cost to taxpayers. City Controller Chris Hollins revealed that the city was already facing a structural deficit ranging from $160 to $200 million prior to the settlement. This indicates that expenses surpass revenue by hundreds of millions annually. Hollins …