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This Week in Texas breaks down Super Tuesday, Gov Greg Abbott, and Harris County DA’s upset win


March 11, 2024

In the latest episode of This Week in Texas, we delve into the significant Super Tuesday primary Election Day in the state. Political strategists Court Koenning and Odus Evbagharu provide their expert insights into the election results and their implications leading up to the November general election. The discussion centers around Governor Greg Abbott’s impact on the Republican primary, particularly …

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Houston-born filmmaker wins Oscar for live-action short | More on Wes Anderson’s 1st Academy Award


March 11, 2024

In Houston, Texas (KTRK) – Director Wes Anderson, a Houston native, clinched an Oscar win at the 96th Academy Awards for his short film “The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar,” nominated in the Best Short Film – Live Action category. This marks Anderson’s eighth Oscar nomination, adding to his illustrious career. Renowned for directing films like “The Grand Budapest Hotel” …

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19-year-old woman shot and killed in median in southeast Houston, HPD says


March 11, 2024

Authorities in Houston, Texas, are conducting an investigation following the tragic shooting death of a woman in southeast Houston on Sunday, as reported by the Houston Police Department. The incident occurred around 6:45 p.m. at 5201 Reed Road, the location of a car club meetup. According to police, the victim, a 19-year-old woman, worked as a home healthcare aide and …

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UH men’s basketball team seals Big 12 regular season title after 30-point victory over Kansas


March 11, 2024

Houston, Texas—In its inaugural season in the conference, No. 1 Houston clinched the Big 12 regular-season title with a commanding 76-46 victory over No. 14 Kansas on Saturday. Guard Jamal Shead led the charge for UH with 13 points, six rebounds, and eight assists, while guard Damian Dunn contributed 12 points. Houston’s L.J. Cryer scored 11 points, and forward J’Wan …

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North Shore HS football player killed outside of Humble party, HCSO says


March 11, 2024

In the Humble area, an 18-year-old was fatally shot during a large house party, as reported by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. The incident occurred in the 4900 block of Fieldwick Lane and is believed to have been advertised on social media, drawing attendees in their late teens to early 20s. Identified as Jarvon Coles, a North Shore High School …

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Nearly $3 billion in designer dupes, counterfeit goods seized by CBP


March 11, 2024

Raymond Bell, a supervisory officer with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and his team, were granted rare access for 13 Investigates as they scanned and searched incoming shipments at George Bush Intercontinental Airport and the Port of Houston for counterfeit goods. CBP has observed a surge in counterfeit goods entering the U.S., including designer dupes, dangerous toys, fake contacts, …

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2-year-old in stable condition after being caught in barrage of gunfire in Houston’s Fourth Ward


March 10, 2024

Houston police are currently without a suspect description following an incident where a two-year-old boy was struck twice by heavy gunfire inside a residence in Fourth Ward on Friday evening, according to authorities. Officers from the Houston Police Department responded to a shooting in the 1300 block of Gillette Street shortly before 8 p.m. Upon arrival, police encountered a chaotic …

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