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In Clear Lake, Texas, efforts to clean up an oil spill near Sylvan Rodriguez Park were ongoing on Thursday as residents voiced concerns and questions about the incident. ExxonMobil reported that the spill had been contained, but nearby residents have been raising complaints about a persistent strong chemical odor in the area for several days. Although the park remains open, …

In Houston, Texas, an 83-year-old great-grandmother became the victim of a violent carjacking outside a grocery store in the Aldine area on Thursday morning. Lydia Sanchez, now out of the hospital, is nursing a badly swollen knee, split lip, and sore rib cage as a result of the attack. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred as …

A Bellaire resident was taken into custody on Wednesday after allegedly brandishing an AR-style rifle at two individuals while purportedly driving under the influence. According to records, Cade Carlton Skeete, 31, is facing charges of DWI and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The incident reportedly occurred around 6 p.m. near Bellaire Boulevard and Newcastle, just a short distance from …

By: Raja Zahid A Khanzada Houston, Texas: A mammoth gathering on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at the Bayou City Center in Houston of over 2,000 persons made it again the largest Iftar Dinner event in the United States of America. Silver Jubilee of America’s largest Annual Houston Iftar Dinner was organized for the past many years by the Muslim Sister …

Houston Mayor John Whitmire’s assertion that the city is financially strained sparked debate among council members, with some, like District J Councilman Edward Pollard and District F Councilwoman Tiffany D. Thomas, disagreeing with the characterization. Pollard expressed skepticism about the city’s purported financial crisis, suggesting that the city has adequate funds to operate effectively. Similarly, Thomas challenged Whitmire’s assessment, emphasizing …

The Houston Police Department is conducting an investigation following a tragic incident where a driver fatally struck a man at Westheimer near Sage Road in the greater Uptown area on Wednesday morning. This incident occurred less than 12 hours after another pedestrian was killed while walking down Long Point Road near Antoine Drive in Spring Branch. These fatalities have brought …

AccuWeather has unveiled its 2024 hurricane outlook forecast, indicating a potentially active season ahead. Meteorologists are warning of heightened activity in the Gulf of Mexico, with concerns raised about the potential for numerous named storms, hurricanes, and strong hurricanes, surpassing historical averages. Jonathan Porter, Chief Meteorologist at AccuWeather, emphasized the significant risk posed to the Texas and Louisiana coastlines, attributing …

Following decades of planning, the Hardy Toll Road extension project has received unanimous approval from Harris County commissioners, marking a significant step forward. The approved plan incorporates various neighborhood improvement requests. Currently, the Hardy Toll Road terminates at the I-610 North Loop. The extension initiative will introduce two toll lanes, spanning 3.6 miles in each direction, establishing a new connector …

Two suspects, including a juvenile, have been apprehended and charged in connection with the tragic shooting death of a mother who shielded her two sons during the incident, according to authorities. Houston police have identified one of the suspects as 17-year-old Leashtian Blanks, who faces a murder charge. The identity of the second suspect, aged 16, has not been disclosed …

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the death of a teenage individual who was dropped off unresponsive at a hospital in northwest Harris County, as announced by Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. Sheriff Gonzalez took to social media on Wednesday seeking information from the public regarding the case. Deputies responded to Houston NW Hospital located at 710 FM 1960 Road …