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Cold start to the weekend, followed by a warming trend


November 5, 2021

Friday begins frosty for some with morning lows in the 30s and 40s. The highest potential for frost will be east of Dallas where a frost advisory is in effect through 9 am Friday. If you have tender vegetation that you don’t want to be harmed by the frost, cover them or bring them inside. Much milder weather is on …

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High rate of suicide among young, African American boys, data shows


November 5, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — We all know life has taken a toll on Americans in the last 20 months. But there is a group experts say is really going through it – young, Black boys. The latest studies show there’s been an uptick in suicides in that demographic, and now, advocates are hoping we can ban together and put an …

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New mobile air quality monitor to increase air pollution data for Harris County


November 5, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A new half a million-dollar air monitoring unit is soon to hit the streets of Harris County. Officials say it will help them detect and report dangerous levels of air pollution that can negatively impact the health of residents. The new addition is called the RAAM, or the Rapid Ambient Air Monitoring unit. Not only will …

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How you can land a job if you’re a veteran looking for work


November 5, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Ahead of Veteran’s Day, we’re offering a way to help vets land a job. First, Workforce Solutions hosted its annual “Hiring Red, White & You” event on Thursday. It’s a way for veterans and their family members to be able to find a job. Each week, also partners with the agency to host a virtual job …

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Accused gang member Kendrick Johnson found guilty in murder of Lamar HS student


November 5, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — After days of trial, a jury found Kendrick Johnson guilty in the murder of a Lamar High School student. Kendrick Johnson was on trial this week for the 2018 murder of Delindsey Mack, and on Monday, he pleaded not guilty. By Thursday, the Harris County District Attorney’s office said a jury found him guilty. Two other …

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What you need to know about the new federal COVID-19 vaccine rules


November 5, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — One hundred million Americans will soon have to get the COVID-19 vaccine, or they’ll have to test for the virus weekly. But the rule is confusing to some employers. WHAT IS THE NEW FEDERAL COVID-19 VACCINATION RULE? Starting Jan. 4, employees that work in a business with more than 100 workers will have to either be …

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Teen with special needs who died in Harris County jail donated his organs


November 5, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The man who died in a Harris County jail after a fight with his cellmate has donated his organs, according to his family. On Thursday, Fred Harris’ family lawyer shared the teen “did his last good deed before passing,” and his heart went to a young person in need. The 19-year-old with special needs had his …

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Cold night ahead as the sky clears


November 5, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Bundle up tonight! Low clouds are clearing out, and that will lead to widespread lows in the 40s overnight. Abundant sunshine on Friday should warm temperatures into the mid-to-upper 60s. Winds will remain out of the north at 5-15 mph. What can we expect for the weekend? The weekend looks glorious with a festively cool feel! …

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Megan Thee Stallion sets date for special hometown concert at 713 Music Hall


November 5, 2021

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Houston’s very own Megan Thee Stallion is heading back home to walk down two stages – a commencement stage and a concert stage. The 26-year-old rapper is slated to hit the stage for a special performance at 713 Music Hall, according to an Instagram post. The live music venue was formerly known as The Terminal which held …

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Intruder shoots and kills 20-year-old man home alone in NE Harris Co.


November 5, 2021

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A man was found shot to death inside a home in northeast Harris County, and deputies believe he may have been killed during a home invasion. Harris County sheriff’s deputies believe whoever killed the man may have thought the house was empty. Deputies said the 20-year-old victim, who was later identified as Francisco Orozco, lived …

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