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The Hidden Favor


October 4, 2020

By: Zeenat Iqbal Khatija was a robust, healthy, 19 year old girl. She had just finished her studies and had found a good job. Because of her good health she managed to work long hours, both in the office and at home. The envy of her peers who could not even do half the amount of work, she did. The …

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Innocent driver injured in crash with chase suspect in NW Harris County


October 4, 2020

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — An innocent driver was hurt early Saturday when a man fleeing deputies crashed into his car in northwest Harris County early Saturday. It happened some time before 1:30 a.m. on Beltway 8 at Veterans Memorial Drive. The crash severed the innocent driver’s car and caused the chase suspect’s vehicle to roll at least once. The …

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Specialist answers questions about Trump’s experimental drugs usage


October 4, 2020

The President’s team of physicians at Walter Reed Medical Center provided an update on President Trump’s condition and stated the next 48 hours of observation are critical for a COVID-19 patient. While President Donald Trump does not have any known underlying health conditions, his weight and age make him an at-risk patient.   President Trump’s age and other health woes …

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Houston-area home with America’s largest closet may be off the market soon


October 4, 2020

THE WOODLANDS, Texas — The most famous closet in the country now has a new owner. Houston socialite Teresa Roemer’s notorious, three-level dazzler – housed in a 17,350 square foot dwelling – is officially off the market, according to Nancy Almodovar with Nan & Company Properties/Christie’s International Real Estate, who represented the sale of the property. No word on the …

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Motorcyclist dies after crashing into a sign on Gulf Freeway


October 4, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A motorcyclist died Saturday when he crashed into a sign on Gulf Freeway in southeast Houston. It happened around 4:15 a.m. in the 1200 block of the freeway near Fuqua. The rider was northbound on the feeder road and was trying to get onto the main lanes of the freeway when he crashed, Houston police said. …

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Houston ISD pleads with families to fill out 2020 census


October 4, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The deadline to fill out the 2020 U.S. Census was extended, and school districts in Texas are asking families to participate if they haven’t yet. Filling out the census helps determine the amount of federal funding allocated to different resources in each state, including education. Houston ISD said an accurate depiction of the number of families …

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Documents show large police presence at George Floyd burial


October 4, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas — Authorities deployed hundreds of law enforcement personnel, including six sniper teams and Border Patrol agents, during George Floyd’s June burial in suburban Houston, due in part to online rumors of possible protests and riots, according to documents obtained by the American Civil Liberties Union of Texas. Authorities prepared for the possibility of “violent protesting” and vandalism at …

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Weak front today, sunshine all week


October 4, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Another mostly sunny day in store for your Sunday, though we will be a bit warmer and more humid than the weather we saw yesterday. High temperatures will reach the upper 80s this afternoon, but a weak cold front will move through this evening and bring a reinforcing shot of some slightly cooler and drier air …

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March held in Houston in honor of Vanessa Guillen’s birthday


October 4, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — As friends and family of Vanessa Guillen celebrate what would have been her 21st birthday this week, they’re still fighting for justice for the Army specialist. “Five months have passed and yet still no accountability or justice for us,” Vanessa’s sister Lupe Guillen said. Tearfully and passionately, Mayra stood in front of a crowd of dozens …

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The last day to register to vote for Election Day is tomorrow


October 4, 2020

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The last day to register to vote before the November general election is Monday, Oct. 5. Voter registration in Harris County has been keeping up with the growth of the county, according to Marcos Campos, a resident who has helped citizens register to vote in Texas for many years. Early voting runs from Oct. 13 – …

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