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The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Cookoff draws teams from across the globe to compete, and this weekend, the sole Mexican team of pit masters is showcasing their skills on day two of the cookoff. Hailing from Monterrey, Mexico, the Rivs Grill team is aiming to repeat their historical success. In 2022, they secured third place overall, and they’re eager …

KLEIN, Texas (KTRK) — Trenton Burkhalter Jr. is at his best when he’s busy. “I don’t have much free time,” Burkhalter admitted Thursday during an interview with ABC13. “I always have a lot going on.” The Klein Forest High School junior maintains a 3.9 grade point average and is a district champion wrestler. He’s also an all-district defensive end in football. …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A Houston Air Force veteran is believed to be missing after his mom says he had plans to travel to Mexico City last week. She says he was set to return on Sunday, but she has not communicated with him since before he left for the trip. The U.S. State Department simply tells us they are aware …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Three men have been charged after Houston police witnessed them steal a luxury SUV from an apartment complex parking garage in the River Oaks area, court records state. Marcus Mitchell, 27; Courtney Donaldson, 29; and Nicholas Harper, 34, are charged with theft greater than $30,000 and engaging in organized criminal activity. According to an affidavit, the …

Christopher Barnett, a resident of Houston, Texas, is eagerly anticipating the arrival of his first child, due soon. However, an error that occurred 23 years ago during his birth at Memorial Hermann Hospital is presenting a significant obstacle as he prepares to support his growing family. Barnett discovered that his birth certificate issued by Memorial Hermann Hospital bears the first …

The Harris County District Attorney’s Office has announced that a 36-year-old man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the fatal shooting of his ex-girlfriend’s friend in 2022. Brittani Simmons, aged 23, lost her life on June 29, 2022, in north Harris County. The tragic incident occurred while she was having dinner with Lioneicia Malveaux. Kentrell O’Brien Brumfield, Malveaux’s ex-partner, …

Following widespread cellphone service disruptions experienced by thousands of customers nationwide, experts provided insights on how individuals can stay connected despite the outages. On Thursday, major carriers like T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T reported signal loss for their customers, with AT&T being the most affected. Although service was eventually restored hours later, the reason behind the need for reconnection remains undisclosed. …

The Houston Police Department is conducting an investigation into the death of a man who experienced a seizure at the Harris County Jail on Wednesday, according to official sources. Anthony Simmons, aged 32, was arrested by the Baytown Police Department on Tuesday for theft, as reported by authorities. After his arrest, Simmons was transported to the Harris County Joint Processing …

In Houston, Texas, homeownership has long been synonymous with the “American Dream,” but with soaring home prices and interest rates, many prospective buyers are grappling with the idea of achieving this dream. Chantel McKinney, a hopeful homeowner, often browses real estate websites like Zillow, contemplating what she can afford in the current market where the average home price sits at …

In recognition of “Heart Health” month in February, attention is being drawn to the connection between oral health and the risk of heart disease. According to experts like Dr. Thomas Servos from UT Health, maintaining good oral health involves more than just brushing and flossing. Dr. Servos emphasizes the significance of using mouthwash with antimicrobial agents to combat bacteria that …