There wasn’t a dry eye in the room at Children’s Health on Wednesday as a North Texas teen, 17-year-old Sebastian Hernandez, met the man, 20-year-old Zach Warter, who saved his life through a bone marrow donation. Hernandez, now cancer-free after battling a life-threatening form of leukemia, and Warter met more than a year after the transplant in a reunion arranged …

Authorities have issued a Texas AMBER Alert for a 12-year-old girl last seen in Waxahachie on Wednesday. The Waxahachie Police Department reported that Tanya Jackson departed from her home on Brenna Road in Waxahachie, TX, around 10 a.m. on Feb. 14. It is unclear what she was wearing at the time, but she is known by the nickname “Tay Tay.” …

The Conroe Police Department responded to the address of the accused Lakewood Church shooter on Gulfstream Road approximately 20 times over the past five years. However, neighbors reported that officers did not take further action beyond responding to the suspect’s erratic behavior and alleged threats. Details of these incidents emerged on Wednesday with the release of a 49-page report documenting …

Joel Osteen, the pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, intends to proceed with services this upcoming Sunday, following last week’s incident when gunshots erupted during the Spanish-language service. In a 91-second video shared on social media on Wednesday, Osteen addressed the members of the megachurch, urging them to return with faith rather than fear. Reflecting on the incident, Osteen remarked, …

The Montrose Management District, inactive for nearly five years, is devising a plan to levy a tax assessment on commercial property proprietors in the Montrose vicinity to finance substantial area improvements. The tax is integral to the Service and Assessment Plan (SAP), which proposes a maximum levy of nine cents per $100 in property value, a reduction from the previous …

Two years have passed since 9-year-old Arlene Alvarez tragically lost her life on Valentine’s Day while on her way to dinner with her family. Now, there’s a renewed effort to delve deeper into her case, as Arlene’s family honors her memory with a celebration of life tribute and dove release. In a recent development, it has been revealed that the …

In Houston, Texas, and across the state, homeowner’s insurance rates have surged due to a variety of factors, including weather-related risks such as flooding, severe storms, freezes, and hurricanes. These challenges, coupled with inflation and escalating home construction and maintenance costs, have led to significant spikes in homeowner’s insurance premiums. According to findings from the Texas Tribune, homeowner’s insurance rates …

Two years following the tragic shooting death of a 9-year-old girl, the Harris County District Attorney’s Office has confirmed that a new prosecutor will review the case. A special prosecutor has been assigned to re-examine multiple cases, including that of Arlene Alvarez, according to a spokesperson. Gwen Alvarez, Arlene’s mother, expressed a sense of hope at the news. She described …

In another major city, a controversial crime-fighting tool is facing uncertainty. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office announced on Tuesday that they will not renew their contract with “ShotSpotter” when it expires in September. This decision has raised questions about the future of the program in Houston. RoShawn Evans, a vocal critic of “ShotSpotter,” opposed its implementation in Houston, which was …

In West Palm Beach, Florida, as Joe Espada kicked off his inaugural Astros spring training as manager, there was both certainty and uncertainty in the air. While Espada was clear about his choice for the closer role in 2024, uncertainty loomed over the availability of the team’s top starting pitcher for opening day. Justin Verlander, the veteran pitcher, revealed to …