An officer who was caught on video punching a man in the face several times during a brawl in Deep Ellum was already under investigation in two use-of-force incidents, according to records has obtained. Dallas police confirmed Monday that the officer who was recorded during the Deep Ellum fight is Senior Cpl. Melvin Williams, 40. He has been with the …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — As we continue to see a surge in COVID-19 cases, including those vaccinated and unvaccinated, Memorial Hermann is putting efforts in place to help stop the spread of the virus. On Monday, the hospital announced that it is implementing a COVID-19 vaccination requirement for all of its employees. “The painstakingly gathered and reported medical research data …

HOUSTON, Texas — Tens of thousands of interpreters risked their lives helping U.S. forces in Afghanistan. They remain in the war-torn country despite an American promise to keep them safe. With the longest war ending, the Taliban are threatening to kill them. Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia, D-Texas, recently helped pass the ALLIES Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. The legislation …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The pandemic has been tough on so many. That includes both renters who could not afford their rent and property owners who had no income but still had bills. Now there’s a change, as the moratorium goes away and everyone looks for a path forward. Robin Millard is undergoing cancer treatment and her child has muscular …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has renewed a mask order for city employees. The mandate was issued Monday. It was first reported by the Houston Chronicle. “It is so very important that we remain vigilant in doing our part to reduce the spread of COVID-19,” a release from Turner’s office read. The mandate, which goes into effect …

Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg has COVID-19, according to a tweet from her office. Ogg, who is fully vaccinated, has been experiencing “mild symptoms” and is in quarantine, her office said. The news comes on the same day that the United States hit a milestone in those being vaccinated, at 70%, and on a day where announcements of these …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Private schools in Texas have more flexibility with COVID-19 protocols as cases rise, while public schools are getting creative in ways to keep kids safe. WITH COVID-19 CASES RISING, CAN SCHOOLS IMPLEMENT MASK MANDATES? In March, Gov. Greg Abbott signed an order not allowing schools to implement mask mandates past the beginning of June. Despite surging …

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A man and his girlfriend have been charged for kidnapping a 15-year-old in what authorities believe is a case of mistaken identity. According to documents, Angel Torres and Zonita Hutto have been charged in connection with the teen’s abduction. The incident happened on June 20 in the Humble area as the teen was riding his …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A weak summer front will move slowly into Houston early Tuesday, bringing another chance of scattered thunderstorms. You won’t need your jacket for this front, but you might need your umbrella. Temperatures will dip into the upper 70s by sunrise then rebound into the lower 90s, well below our average high of 96. The front will …

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — When Rita Brown bought a new washer and dryer for her mom during Christmastime, they were on backorder. When it finally arrived in February, she kept having issues. “When mom would wash clothes, the washer would not spin. The water would have to be dipped out with the cup,” Brown said. “My mom has arthritis, very, …