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Lakewood Church shooting: Concerns rise as services resume amid pending release of body cam footage


February 17, 2024

Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas (KTRK) is set to resume its services on Sunday, following a disturbing incident last week where a woman opened fire inside the building during the afternoon service. The woman, identified as Genesse Moreno, 36, was fatally shot by off-duty law enforcement personnel who were present at the church at the time. Her 7-year-old son was …

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Houston World Cup leaders preparing for massive influx of visitors for 2026 FIFA World Cup matches


February 17, 2024

In Houston, Texas (KTRK) – Local organizers are already deep into preparations for the 2026 World Cup, which is more than two years away from its first match in the city. The primary focus currently revolves around devising security and transportation strategies for what will be Houston’s largest-ever hosted event. With an expanded field of 48 nations participating in the …

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‘Significant number’ of sexual assault cases suspended due to HPD staffing, Chief Finner says


February 17, 2024

In Houston, Texas, the Neighborhood Safety Tracker reported 1,771 sexual assaults in the past 12 months, indicating a 3.8% increase compared to the average over the last four years. However, what remains unclear is the number of cases solved, prompting Houston Police Chief Troy Finner to address a concerning issue on Friday night. According to Finner, a recent internal review …

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The Houston mayor firmly opposes park privatization, emphasizing his commitment to ensuring accessibility to city parks


February 16, 2024

In the city of Houston, there are over 250 parks, ranging from small plots of land to expansive areas like Memorial Park, which spans more than 1,500 acres. Mayor John Whitmire expressed concern during a recent council meeting about the increasing unaffordability of parks, stating that Houstonians seem to be losing control over them. He hinted at a proposal to …

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Students evacuated at Valley West Elementary School on Thursday due to bomb threat, officials say


February 16, 2024

Valley West Elementary School evacuated its students and staff on Thursday following a bomb threat, as reported by the school administration. Principal Samantha Woods issued a phone call to parents, alerting them of the situation around 2 p.m. Houston Independent School District police promptly responded to the threat and evacuated all students for a thorough investigation. Fortunately, authorities found no …

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According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), a man was potentially in the act of breaking into a residence when he was fatally shot by a 14-year-old


February 16, 2024

According to investigators, a man who was reportedly knocking on doors in east Harris County, potentially attempting to break into homes, was shot and killed by a 14-year-old boy on Thursday morning. Responding to a call for service at a residence in the 14400 block of Brownsville Street just before 7 a.m., the Harris County Sheriff’s Office found the man …

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In the latest update on the Lakewood shooting, a boy has reportedly lost a portion of his frontal lobe, according to his grandmother. Additionally, details from the evidence log have been disclosed


February 16, 2024

In the aftermath of the Lakewood Church shooting, law enforcement officers seized a total of 32 items from the home of the shooter, Genesse Moreno, located on Gulfstream Road in Conroe. Among the items collected were bullets, cartridges, bulletproof vests, and a magazine, according to an evidence log obtained by Eyewitness News on Thursday. The log was part of the …

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