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Early voting for the May 4 election kicked off on Monday, featuring several significant items on the ballot, including the election of three Harris County Appraisal District board members, a first-time occurrence. These board members oversee the group of appraisers responsible for determining property taxes. The addition of elected seats to HCAD’s board came about following a November ballot proposition …

A SWAT situation unfolded in Houston’s northeast Songwood area on Monday afternoon following reports of gunshots, according to authorities. Houston Police Department officers responded to the 10400 block of Dunvegan Road after receiving reports of gunfire from concerned neighbors. Harris County Precinct 2 Constable Jerry Garcia confirmed on Facebook that the individual involved in the shooting was identified as Daniel …

Charges have been brought against a man and a woman regarding the tragic death of twin infants in October 2023, as indicated by court records. Angelina Belinda Calderon and Fernando Vega, both 21 years old, face two counts each of injury to a child-serious bodily injury. Initial reports, covered by ABC13 on October 4, 2023, detailed Houston Police Department patrol …

As part of Earth Month activities at the University of Houston Downtown (UHD), a panel discussion titled “From Information to Action: Sustainability Across Houston” is being presented. Scheduled for Tuesday in Fondren Commons within the College of Sciences and Technology Building, the discussion will focus on environmental issues and promoting green living. To underscore the commitment to sustainability, UHD Recycling …

In Houston, Texas, like many other major cities, air quality remains a significant concern. The city’s industrial history has contributed to this problem, prompting residents and advocacy groups to voice their frustrations over what they perceive as inadequate action to address it. Diane Olmos Guzman, a lifelong resident of the Houston area, grew up near the Ship Channel in Magnolia …

In a northwest Harris County subdivision, residents are expressing concerns about two dogs they claim pose a safety risk. According to residents of Larks Trace Lane in the Ella Crossing neighborhood, one woman had to fend off the so-called aggressive dogs with a broom, while another man reported being bitten in the back of the leg during an evening encounter. …

When Houston voters approved Proposition A in November, it marked a significant shift in power dynamics. For the first time, city council members gained the ability, with the backing of at least two colleagues, to directly place items on the agenda—a privilege previously reserved for the mayor alone. Mayor John Whitmire acknowledged this departure from tradition, noting that Proposition A …

In Houston, Texas, the Houston Texans are gearing up to unveil four new uniforms for the upcoming 2024-2025 NFL season on Tuesday, after a month of speculation and leaked footage. The team’s website describes these uniforms as the NFL’s most fan-inclusive and transparent redesign to date. The journey began back in March when an unauthorized reveal hinted at the new …

In Houston, Texas, Angelina Belinda Calderon and Fernando Vega, both 21 years old, are facing severe accusations of abuse in connection with the tragic death of their 5-week-old twins. Each is being held in jail on a $750,000 bond for their respective cases. The couple, charged with two counts each of injury to a child-serious bodily injury, appeared in court …

Residents of Houston’s Riverside Terrace neighborhood in the Third Ward voiced their frustration with escalating crime following a recent incident where more than 30 gunshots were fired after midnight on Monday. Scott Clements, a resident of the area for a decade, displayed a collection of bullet casings he’s found over the years, illustrating the severity of the crime situation. “It’s …