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HPD chief says shortage of officers won’t ‘correct itself overnight’


May 1, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Houston Police Chief Troy Finner said he’s considering the need for more officers near a south Houston apartment complex that is located in what 13 Investigates has identified as the most crime-ridden block across the city. Our investigation found there were 700 crimes reported at Los Cabos Apartments in the last 15 months, but not enough …

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Experts offer advice on how to find a healthy work-life balance post-COVID


May 1, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Navigating life after COVID-19 will be a unique experience for each and every one of us. Jen Cooke said she and her dog Cocoa moved to Houston from Miami in the middle of the pandemic. Cooke, who works in sales, said the virus has completely changed her day-to-day operations. “Everything was face-to-face before COVID. It went …

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Civil lawsuits against Deshaun Watson addressed by NFL commissioner


May 1, 2021

HOUSTON,Texas (KTRK) — Day two of the 2021 NFL Draft gets underway Friday, but the allegations against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson continues to linger around the league. NFL Commissioner Rodger Goodell addressed the allegations of sexual misconduct in an interview before the first round of the NFL draft. “Obviously, we take that very seriously,” Goodell said to ESPN on …

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Harris Co. Sheriff’s Office fires deputy who punched teen ATV rider and another who pulled gun on driver


May 1, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Two men are no longer deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office following their involvement in two high-profile and separate encounters, including one that saw a teenager being punched. The sheriff’s office announced on Friday the terminations of Eric Sanchez and Bert Dillow after each deputy underwent a review of the department’s Administrative Discipline Committee. Sanchez …

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HPD investigating possible human smuggling after 90 people found in SW Houston


May 1, 2021

According to the police department, the home is located in the 12200 block of Chessington Drive, which is located just off the South Beltway near the Southwest Freeway. Just after 1 p.m., police offered their first statements on what they found. According to police, they were informed about the location the night before through tips, leading to a search warrant …

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Grand jury will not indict undercover deputy who shot and killed house-sitting Missouri City man


May 1, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A Harris County grand jury has declined to indict a sheriff’s deputy who shot and killed a Missouri City man last year. According to the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, the grand jury no-billed the undercover deputy who shot and killed 35-year-old Joshua Johnson. The deputy has been identified as Tu Tran. “Sad, but not surprised,” …

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Next batch of rain moving in, Flash Flood Watch remains in effect


May 1, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Our next batch of heavy rain is pushing through southeast Texas this morning, bringing soaking rains area-wide and flooding concerns west of Houston. A Flood Advisory has been issued around the Wharton area. Good morning friends! Rain is moving in, and we’re already seeing our first Flood Advisory southwest of Houston. Expect another soggy start with …

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