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In Houston’s Second Ward on Monday night, a man was shot multiple times and robbed during what investigators believe was a drug deal gone awry. The incident occurred shortly before 9 p.m. in the driveway of the Forth at Navigation apartment complex on Navigation Boulevard. According to the Houston Police Department, the victim, a man in his 30s who works …

Princessa Trejo, a 19-year-old student, has been awarded a $20,000 scholarship from the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. This scholarship comes as a significant relief for Princessa, who has faced numerous challenges in her life. “My mom passed away in December 2020 from cancer,” Princessa revealed. “Despite being an immigrant, she never allowed her residency status to define her, and …

Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez reported on Monday morning that a tragic accident occurred on Highway 99 at West Road, resulting in the death of a 12-year-old girl who was ejected from the vehicle during the crash. According to Sheriff Gonzalez’s statement on X, the incident involved a 36-year-old woman who was driving when her vehicle veered off the road …

In northeast Houston, a 74-year-old man named Louis Redmon was discovered seriously injured in the stairwell of his apartment complex, Leo Daniels Tower, on Harrell Street. Family members received a call on Monday morning from another resident reporting Redmon’s medical distress. Concerned, his daughter Monique Gordon and granddaughter Brande Reed rushed to the mid-rise building. Despite numerous attempts to reach …

In their inaugural season in the Big 12, the University of Houston didn’t anticipate the turn of events they’ve experienced. Just over a year ago, former West Virginia head coach Bob Huggins warned on the Field of 68 podcast that the Big 12’s four new teams were in for a rude awakening. “It’s going to be tough for them. They …

Residents in the Westchase area of Houston, particularly those at the Westchase Forest Townhomes on Pagewood Lane near Gessner, have been enduring a water leak issue for approximately a month, with no resolution in sight, according to locals. John Violette, a long-time resident of the townhomes, noticed water flowing down the street around Jan. 24 and promptly reported it to …

The Houston Rockets announced the passing of former guard/forward Robert Reid, a key figure in the team’s inaugural NBA Finals appearances during the 1980s, at the age of 68 due to cancer, as reported by the Houston Chronicle. Tilman Fertitta, owner of the Rockets, expressed deep sorrow over Reid’s death, highlighting his significant role in the team’s history. Fertitta recalled …

Houston Independent School District Superintendent Mike Miles has unveiled a startling report revealing what he describes as years of excessive spending within the district. Since assuming his role over six months ago, Miles expressed a desire to scrutinize the district’s operations, including aspects such as bus services, staff overtime, and school maintenance. During a recent announcement, Miles shared insights from …

In the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup first-round match, St. Louis City S.C. scored a 90th-minute goal, putting the Houston Dynamo behind 2-1. During the game in St. Louis, the teams were tied at one goal each in the second half when Hosei Kijima from St. Louis scored with a shot from the left side of the box …

In southwest Houston, a collision between a vehicle and a Union Pacific train has resulted in one fatality, as reported by HPD on X, formerly known as Twitter. The incident occurred in the 13000 block of Almeda Road. Initially, Houston police indicated that there were no injuries from the crash. However, in a subsequent update, authorities confirmed at least one …