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HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — The death of a man who attempted to seek help while driving after being shot in northwest Harris County is under investigation by authorities. Deputies responded to a Chevron gas station parking lot at 10475 Veterans Memorial Drive around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday following a 911 call from a family member of the victim. According …

A Houston resident is raising awareness after nearly losing his life due to a sip of cold water, an unusual trigger that led to over 20 hospital visits spanning 15 years before he realized the need for heart surgery. Franklin Aribeana’s ordeal began unexpectedly at 18 when he experienced a fainting spell while drinking water. “I felt the most noticeable …

In a fresh installment of This Week in Texas, two Democratic candidates vying for the nomination for Harris County District Attorney discuss key issues pertinent to voters. The race features incumbent Kim Ogg, who is seeking a third term, and Sean Teare, a former deputy under Ogg’s leadership. Ogg emphasized her commitment to representing the public’s interests, stating, “I’m running …

Authorities in Houston are seeking three suspects in connection with a fatal home invasion in southwest Houston, where a man was shot to death in front of his wife and two children Sunday morning. The tragic incident unfolded in the 5300 block of Castlecreek Lane. According to officials, the suspects forcibly entered the residence through a side door near the …

An apartment fire in northwest Houston early Saturday resulted in the death of a man and the hospitalization of a woman, as reported by the Houston Fire Department. The fire occurred at the Pine Forest Park Apartments in the 5300 block of Deep Forest. Deputy Chief Roger Westoff of HFD stated that upon arrival at the complex, units observed the …

Following the tragic passing of 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham, Livingston Independent School District, where she was a student, has announced the establishment of a scholarship in her memory. Superintendent Dr. Brent Hawkins revealed on Thursday that the Audrii Cunningham Memorial Scholarship will be integrated into the Green and White Scholarship Ceremony scheduled for May 7, 2024. “We welcome any contributions to …

The Downtown Rodeo parade made its way through the streets of Houston, celebrating Western heritage and signaling the start of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Since 1938, the City of Houston has commemorated the beginning of rodeo season with the Downtown Rodeo Parade. In 1959, ABC13 televised the parade live for the first time, using three cameras positioned along …

The Houston Police Department is currently investigating a fatal collision involving a motorcycle and two cars that occurred in the early hours of Saturday in north Houston. The incident was initially reported by Houston Transtar at 12:33 a.m. and took place on the North Freeway at Parker Road. According to authorities, the motorcyclist was traveling northbound on the highway when …

The son of the Lakewood Church shooter underwent the removal of a breathing ventilator on Friday, marking a significant step in his recovery from a gunshot wound to the head sustained over the past two weeks, as stated by the boy’s family. According to a Facebook post by Walli Carranza on Thursday, her grandson underwent two surgeries within 24 hours, …

In Houston, Texas, one man has been apprehended and three others are currently sought by law enforcement following allegations of stealing beer valued at $675,000. The stolen beer was taken from the Jaguar Transport warehouse situated in northeast Houston. Christopher Gray has been charged with theft and engaging in criminal activity related to the incident. The theft is believed to …