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Texas Amber Alert effectiveness questioned amid surge in issuance


April 29, 2024

In Texas, the efficacy of Amber Alerts in safeguarding children has come under scrutiny, despite being widely hailed as lifesaving measures. Steve Benefield, representing the Texas Center for the Missing, emphasizes the crucial role of Amber Alerts in rescuing abducted children. Over the years, their regional alerts for the Houston area have contributed significantly to the recovery of missing children, …

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Man on drugs and in crisis dies after police use stun gun on him while responding to call, HPD says


April 29, 2024

A tragic incident unfolded in southeast Houston, resulting in the death of a man identified by family as Egin Tavera. According to Assistant Houston Police Chief Wyatt Martin, Tavera experienced a medical emergency following an altercation with Houston police on Sunday morning. The sequence of events began when concerned neighbors reported Tavera’s erratic behavior, which included running naked, screaming, and …

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Security guard jumps in to save man shot in SW Houston club, police search for suspect


April 28, 2024

Police in southwest Houston are on the hunt for the individual responsible for a shooting incident that occurred inside VLive Houston Club early Saturday morning. Responding to the scene at the 6600 block of Harwin Drive, officers found a man in his twenties suffering from a gunshot wound to the hip. Fortunately, a quick-thinking security guard provided immediate medical assistance …

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Increased police patrols coming to Third Ward after shooting caught on camera: ‘It’s not surprising’


April 27, 2024

In Houston, Texas, increased patrols are set to hit the streets of the Third Ward neighborhood following a recent incident where a homeowner’s camera captured numerous gunshots being fired. This alarming event, which occurred at the intersection of Arbor and Emancipation, has spurred concerns about safety in the area. Residents like Jimmy Swayn, who owns a nearby food truck, expressed …

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15-year-old accused of pulling a gun at a store employee, prompts Chavez HS on lockdown: police


April 27, 2024

In Houston, Texas, a 15-year-old is in legal trouble after allegedly brandishing a gun at a convenience store employee. The incident occurred on Thursday morning at a convenience store located on Galveston Road, adjacent to Cesar Chavez High School. Footage captured by a viewer and sent to ABC13 depicted the scene outside Cesar Chavez High School as parents attempted to …

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13 Alert Traffic: I-10 East Freeway westbound lanes reopened after spools roll off big rig


April 27, 2024

Houston, Texas (KTRK) — The westbound mainlanes of I-10 East Freeway at Wayside have reopened following a chaotic Friday afternoon rush-hour scene caused by a truck losing its two spools. SkyEye footage revealed the aftermath, highlighting the recurring issue of loose spools disrupting Houston’s freeways. This incident adds to a documented history of spools straying from their intended transportation routes …

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Autism support agency in Houston celebrates Autism Acceptance Month with inclusive Field Day event


April 27, 2024

In Houston, Texas, April marks Autism Acceptance Month, a time dedicated to celebrating neurodiversity and promoting inclusivity. To conclude this meaningful month, Avondale House organized a familiar event that resonates with many of us – a field day. Avondale House stands as the sole agency in the greater Houston area providing lifelong support for individuals with moderate to severe autism. …

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Woman found shot to death in SE Houston shallow grave struggled with addiction, sister says


April 27, 2024

In Houston, Texas, Jennifer Ramirez’s family is grappling with the tragic loss of their beloved daughter, sister, and wife, whose life was marred by a relentless battle with addiction. On Monday afternoon, Houston Police Department officers made a grim discovery behind an apartment complex on Fuqua Street: Ramirez’s body, buried in a shallow grave along the embankment of a detention …

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