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Sickle cell anemia affects approximately one in every 365 Black or African-American births, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control. While advancements in comprehensive care and treatment have been notable, sickle cell remains a highly painful and potentially fatal condition. Dr. Tomia Austin serves as the executive director of the As One Foundation, established in response to the …

In Houston’s Montrose neighborhood, the ease of walking to nearby destinations like doctor’s appointments or coffee shops is taken for granted by many. However, mobility and disability advocates highlight the impossibility of such simple tasks in this area. Gloria Suarez, a wheelchair user and disability advocate, emphasized that it’s not by choice but by necessity that she avoids Montrose sidewalks. …

The Downtown Rodeo Parade is scheduled for Saturday, February 24th at 10 a.m., kicking off the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo while celebrating Western heritage. Since 1938, the City of Houston has heralded the start of rodeo season with the Downtown Rodeo Parade. In 1959, became the first to broadcast the parade live, initiating a longstanding partnership between the station …

Houston taxpayers are expressing frustration over what they perceive as a significant waste of money following revelations about the cost of removing medians along Houston Avenue. The ongoing construction along Houston Avenue north of downtown has caught many commuters off guard. “I didn’t even know this needed to be repaired,” remarked one driver. Long queues and the hefty price tag …

Located in Brazoria County, a small cemetery in Clute conceals a significant issue behind its headstones: a large hole oozing raw sewage from fractured pipes. For months, Gregory Rodriguez has awaited repairs after a pipe behind his residence ruptured. “This is all raw sewage,” he lamented, gesturing towards the seepage behind his fence. Rodriguez acknowledged the city’s assistance in addressing …

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 …