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In northeast Harris County, a barrage of gunfire erupted at an apartment complex, causing residents to take cover on Tuesday evening. The intense exchange of gunfire left numerous bullet casings scattered throughout the parking lot and even inside some residences. A neighbor’s surveillance footage, shared with , captured the dramatic shootout at 7:09 p.m. at the Autumn Pines Apartments, situated …

In Houston, Texas, financial aid packages hold significant sway over individuals’ decisions to pursue college education. Yet, due to unforeseen delays in the Department of Education’s update of the Federal Student Aid application last year, millions of Americans find themselves in a waiting game. According to personal finance expert Lisa Chastain, while the updated, streamlined form was a necessary improvement, …

In Houston, Texas, Pride Houston 365 has unveiled more information regarding its 46th annual parade and festival scheduled for June. At JR’s in Montrose on Wednesday night, supporters gathered to witness the introduction of this year’s celebration logo, themed “You Won’t Break Our Pride.” Pride Houston 365 also announced the individuals who have been shortlisted for its grand marshal ballot. …

In a move that solidifies Jose Altuve as the cornerstone of the Houston Astros, the team has extended his contract for five more years, keeping him with the franchise through 2029. Astros general manager Dana Brown described Altuve as the team’s “heart and soul” and emphasized the importance of retaining such a key player within the core of the team. …

A Houston attorney accused of administering an abortion-inducing drug to his pregnant wife in 2022 has entered into a plea agreement. Mason Herring has agreed to spend 180 days in jail and undergo 10 years of probation. During the court proceedings, Catherine Herring, Mason’s estranged wife, addressed the judge for the first time. She expressed her sentiments directly to her …

Paula Hoffman, a history teacher at Meyerland Performing and Visual Arts Middle School, returned to teaching after spending years at home with her three children. However, just a few months into the school year, Hoffman, who holds master’s degrees in education and history, made the difficult decision to leave the Houston Independent School District (HISD). She cited a challenging classroom …

The City of Houston took a pause on permitting and initiated its own investigation following the revelation by 13 Investigates about development occurring in an area identified as a cancer cluster and industrial contamination site. The site under scrutiny falls within the Fifth Ward and Kashmere Gardens, where the Environmental Protection Agency is considering Superfund authority. The report highlights the …

A Sugar Land Public Works Department employee, identified as 56-year-old Joseph Aponte Sr., was tragically killed after being struck by burglary suspects fleeing from police during a chase that originated in Missouri City on Wednesday morning. Aponte, who had worked for the City of Sugar Land for approximately a year, was driving a Public Works truck when he entered the …

During Tuesday night’s event at Carter High School, a new interactive ‘Wall of Honor’ was unveiled, showcasing the achievements of students who have passed through its halls over several decades since its inception. The unveiling of the Wall of Honor provided a nostalgic journey, allowing attendees to reflect on past accomplishments while embracing the promise of the future. This latest …

The Harris County Democratic party has issued an urgent call for workers with just a month left before the primary Election Day. On Election Day, Harris County voters may have access to significantly more locations. The number of locations has increased from 350 in 2020 to nearly 550 this year. According to County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth, as many as 6,500 …