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Police in Pearland, Texas, have confirmed the arrest of at least five individuals suspected of engaging in organized criminal activity related to jugging across the Pearland area. The apprehended suspects include Dennerick Crew, aged 33, Damien West, aged 19, Darise Booker, aged 29, Howard Glaze, aged 31, and Christopher Eugene, aged 19, all of whom hail from the Houston area. …

Senator Ted Cruz, a Republican from Texas, is proposing private screenings and security escorts for certain elected officials at airports, sparking controversy in light of his past actions, including his trip to Cancun during Texas’ winter freeze in 2021. When questioned about the details of his proposal by ABC13’s Pooja Lodhia at an event in River Oaks, Cruz avoided addressing …

In northwest Houston, a child tragically lost their life after being hit by a car, as reported by the Houston Police Department. The incident occurred around 8:41 p.m. on Saturday at 5601 North Shepherd Drive. Authorities stated that the child, estimated to be between 10 to 15 years old, was crossing from the east side of Shepherd Drive to reach …

According to deputies, a man driving with his family in northeast Harris County was shot in the chest. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating whether the shooting is connected to a shoplifting incident at a 99 Cents Only Store. Earlier in the day, a woman working at the store experienced a disturbance involving suspected shoplifters. Later, while the employee …

Houston has been selected to host seven games of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as officially announced on Sunday afternoon. These seven matches are scheduled to take place on June 14, 17, 20, 23, 26, 30, and July 4. In June 2022, Houston was named as one of the 16 cities designated to host games throughout the five-week international soccer …

When Texas Southern University begins its football season in a few months, there will be a fresh face at the helm of the program. While new to TSU, Cris Dishman is no stranger to Houston. Last month, the university appointed the former Houston Oiler legend as its new head football coach. “It feels fantastic. My family’s back here, Dr. (Kevin) …

In a tragic incident on Saturday morning, a mother and her infant lost their lives in a house fire in north Houston, as confirmed by officials. The Houston Fire Department responded to the fire at a residence on Heaney Street near Tidwell and Bauman Road. According to reports, 31-year-old Giovanna Cabrera managed to rescue two of her children before re-entering …

In Houston, Texas, a large crowd has congregated at the Crowne Plaza Hotel located on US-59 at Kirby Drive on Sunday for the Salvadoran general election, causing commotion and congestion in the vicinity. Reports from sources indicate a significant voter turnout, with attendees queuing up around the block, reportedly obstructing traffic lanes on the feeder road. Houston police received a …

In the heart of the Med Center, a beacon of hope shines for cancer patients worldwide. Dr. Philip Salem’s innovative approach to cancer treatment is providing renewed hope to individuals battling the toughest fights of their lives. “With 55 years in cancer medicine, I’ve never witnessed what I’m seeing now with the ICTriplex,” Dr. Salem remarked. The renowned oncologist pioneered …

In north Houston, a tragic house fire claimed the lives of a mother and her infant on Saturday morning, as confirmed by officials. The Houston Fire Department responded to the fire at a residence on Heaney Street near Tidwell and Bauman Road. According to authorities, the woman managed to rescue two of her children before re-entering the burning home in …