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HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — If you expected some Houston Astros baseball on your TV screen Thursday, be prepared to go one day without it. The Astros, who just wrapped up a season-opening, seven-game homestand with more losses than wins, are being forced to shift their reunion with former stars Carlos Correa and Christian Vazquez a day later due to bad weather …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — After months of searching for the perfect home, a homeowner in Montrose was excited to finally move into her first home with her husband — that is, until a massive utility pole was placed almost directly in front of their house just two weeks after closing. The massive pole is part of an ongoing project to upgrade …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A man attacked and then robbed at a hotel on Houston’s south side said he believes he was targeted because of his sexuality. “In my social circle, it’s kind of hard to find people to meet that you connect with sometimes,” the victim, who asked to remain unidentified, said, speaking only with Eyewitness News. That’s the reason …

April 4 (UPI) — After pleading not guilty to 34 felony counts related to falsifying records in multiple hush-money schemes earlier Tuesday, former President Donald Trump used a late-night speech to recount a number of grievances with state and federal courts and political opponents. Former President Donald Trump arrives inside State Supreme Court at 100 Centre Street for his arraignment after a …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — History tends to repeat itself. Well, that was the case for the UConn Huskies after their season came to an end in Houston. The Huskies (31-8) are now the 2023 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament national champions after knocking off the San Diego State Aztecs on Monday night at NRG Stadium. In 2011, UConn was crowned champions of …

WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE, Texas (KTRK) — An investigation is underway after a person was followed home from the bank on Tuesday, according to police. At about 2:35 p.m., an officer noticed a vehicle with its door open parked in the 2800 block of Plumb Street. The officer decided to investigate and began speaking with the passenger, when a suspect suddenly appeared …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — After a three-year hiatus, Houston’s Cinco de Mayo Parade is back – and you’re invited. Tuesday, LULAC District 8 said the parade is set to return Downtown on Sat., May 6, after being cancelled previously due to the pandemic. The parade will step off at 10 a.m., starting at Texas at Hamilton, near Minute Maid Park. Organizers said Houston …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A man in his 30s was almost home from a gas station trip for cash when someone pulled a gun and demanded his wallet on Tuesday afternoon, the Houston Police Department said. The victim was then shot in the leg in the 3900 block of Dabney Street, just about two homes away from where his grandfather was …

than 40 students from across Texas competed to win prizes not by sport but by a spark. “We need these people,” Northern Tool + Equipment Store Manager Myra Galland explained. “We need welders. So, we’re excited to be able to determine if these students can help decide if they can have a career outside of high school.” The Texas High …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — One person was shot during a lunchtime incident at a restaurant in far southwest Houston. Police were called to Mikki’s Cafe in the 10500 block of W. Bellfort on Tuesday. Officers say it happened inside the restaurant, away from customers. Several officers could be seen entering the soul food restaurant before stringing up crime scene tape around …