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HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A suspect is dead after allegedly shooting an officer during a standoff with law enforcement Saturday morning in southeast Houston, police said. The suspect’s aunt and uncle told that he had mental health issues and they tried to prevent anything like this from ever happening. “We got a call around three in the morning saying there …

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — At least one person was killed in a crash in northeast Harris County, officials said. It is unknown what caused the crash that the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said involved a motorcycle. @HCSO_VCD is investigating a fatal crash involving a motorcycle on the southbound/inbound lanes of the Eastex Fwy at Hopper. One person is deceased. Lanes …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Make sure Dad has a cool spot to chill today. We’re starting off with temperatures in the upper 70s and will warm into triple-digit-territory during the afternoon under a mostly sunny sky. Like we’ve seen the past couple of days, we’ll see a few isolated showers and storms, but we’re keeping rain chances at just 20%. …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Some dads will be looking sharp this Father’s Day with their brand new haircuts. A barbershop, House of Classic Cuts, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, has decided to expand its services to Houston, just in time for the special holiday. House of Classic Cuts teamed up with Impact Houston Church of Christ to offer a fresh shave …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — For almost 30 years, Project Row Houses has served as a catalyst for change in the Third Ward. Not only has the non-profit transformed abandoned homes into socially-engaged art exhibits, it’s enriching the community and helping small businesses get off the ground. Project Row Houses’ Incubator program provides mentorship opportunities, physical space and other resources to …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A therapist’s ex-wife and former office manager has been indicted for defrauding Medicaid of more than $600,000, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery. Authorities took Kay Le Farmer into custody on Friday and is expected in court at 1 p.m. On June 9, a federal grand jury returned the 22-count indictment which was unsealed upon the …

HOUSTON, Texas — Take one step inside Misfit Toys, and you’ll be transported back in time to your childhood! The shop in Houston is filled with thousands of vintage toys – everything from GI Joe to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Star Wars. “Right now toys are smokin’ hot,” said owner Daniel Rivera. “I have toys in here that are …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — As the summer heat intensifies in the South, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) says Title 42 restrictions along the U.S.-Mexico border are not easing up with declining cases and a vaccine for COVID-19. They warn migrants not to make the dangerous journey through the brutal desert, just to be turned away. Meanwhile, the president of …

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — Graduating from high school is an exciting time for most, but for youth in foster care, who are aging out of the system and trying to find their footing in the real world, it can be a stressful time too. The HAY Center, which is a Harris County program that provides services to foster youth, …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Celebrations are underway after Houston was named one of 16 host cities for the 2026 World Cup. The president of the Houston World Cup bid committee, Chris Canetti, tells that Houston will likely host five to six of the matches. He says it’s like having five to six Super Bowls in the span of a month. …