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HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The southbound lanes are clear on the Sam Houston Tollway at West Road after a motorcycle accident, HCSO says. Life Flight responded to the scene just after 4 p.m. but it’s unclear how many people, if any, were transported to the hospital. No other vehicles were involved. See back for more information.  

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Two men are hospitalized after being shot in northeast Houston Sunday morning. At about 4 a.m., an argument led the suspect to shoot at the two men while they were in their vehicle on Eagle Pass Street, HPD says. Investigators say the two victims drove their van a few blocks away to an Exxon station on …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The victim of a fatal shooting on Feb. 28 has been identified. Maria Gutierrez was found with multiple gunshot wounds at 9955 Club Creek Drive about 2 p.m., police say. HFD paramedics transported Gutierrez to a nearby hospital, where she was pronounced dead. “At this time, there is no known motive or suspect(s),” said HPD Homicide …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — In Sunday’s rodeo roundup, it’s Go Tejano Day, one of the busiest days at the rodeo every year. Los Tucanes de Tijuana took the stage at the NRG stadium for the second time. The traditional Mexican Norteño band first performed in 2000. Here’s a look at all the performers this coming week. Rodeo favorite Luke Bryan …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A 38-year-old man was killed on Friday after an argument led to a shooting in east Harris County. Deputies responded to a shooting in the 14600 BLK of Greenville St at about 11:20 p.m. Upon arrival, officers found Noel Torres lying in a ditch with multiple gunshot wounds. Torres was pronounced dead on the scene, according …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Gas prices have hit the highest we’ve seen in 14 years. According to the American Automobile Association, the nationwide average price for a gallon of regular unleaded reached $4 on Sunday. It’s the highest price since 2008 when a record was reached at $4.11. On Sunday, the average for Texas was at $3.66 a gallon, according …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Dozens of demonstrators stood outside Houston City Hall to show their support for Ukraine. Many are either from Ukraine or have family still there. One woman was on facetime with her friend, who said her entire family was getting bombed. There’s no connection, and they’re hiding in shelters. “There’s no power. There’s no water. There’s no …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Booker T. Washington boys basketball team had a historic season in 2022. The Eagles made their first appearance in 27 years at the regional tournament. The crowd made the trip to Lufkin for the 4a Regional Final. No. 3 in the state, Booker T. Washington, playing No. 2 in the state, Silsbee, with a berth to …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A 15-year-old boy is at Memorial Hermann hospital after he was shot in the stomach in northeast Houston, deputies say. Investigators say he was walking down the sidewalk when a bullet struck him during a drive-by on the 11900 block of Greenrock Lane. The teen was taken to an urgent care clinic and then taken by …

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A man who was found shot several times inside an SUV in northwest Harris County is not expected to survive his injuries, according to deputies. The shooting happened overnight outside Tijuana Club off Jones Road and FM-1960. Harris County sheriff’s deputies found six to eight shell casings on the ground around the SUV, according to …