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94-year-old man wishes to get birth certificate: 'I couldn't even pronounce what it would mean' Original

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Decades after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation, the effects of slavery are still felt today. For a Houston great-grandfather, he's hoping to get what he says is a missing part of his identity: a birth certificate. "I was born on Ellerbe Plantation. Shreveport, Louisiana," James Dorsey said. "As far as you could go on the plantation. That's where I was living at." Born on Aug. 14, 1931, Dorsey says life for Blacks at the time meant living on a plantation.
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15-year-old killed, 18-year-old injured in shooting during argument at N. Harris Co. home, HCSO says

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| Yahoo Verified
A 15-year-old was killed, and an 18-year-old was injured in a shooting late Monday night, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. According to investigators, deputies were called to a home on Remington Ridge Drive around 10 p.m. Investigators said when deputies arrived, they found the two male victims with gunshot wounds. The sheriff's office said it believes there was an argument before shots were fired between the two.
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15-year-old killed, 2nd person injured in shooting at N. Harris County home, HCSO says

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- A 15-year-old was killed, and a second person was injured in a shooting late Monday night, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office says the second victim is believed to be 18 years old. According to investigators, deputies were called to a home on Remington Ridge Drive around 10 p.m. Investigators said when deputies arrived, they found the two victims, both males, with gunshot wounds.
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Houston City Council to vote on revised ICE proposal or risk losing $114M in public safety funding

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Wednesday is decision day for Houston council members to vote on an amended proposal or risk losing $114 million in public safety funding from the state. Council members will have to vote on whether to change the policy that decides how the city's police officers interact with ICE. City leaders received an amended version on Tuesday as Houston Mayor John Whitmire said he's been working with the state.
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Handcuffed suspect flees after arrest attempt leaves 2 deputies hurt in SW Houston, Pct. 5 says

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Two deputies are recovering after being hurt when they tried to detain a suspect in southwest Houston on Tuesday morning, according to Harris County Constable Precinct 5. The incident happened just before 7 a.m. after a call that someone was breaking into a car in the 5400 block of Redstart Street. Officials said the deputies responded and found the suspect just near West Bellfort Avenue near Mullins.
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VIDEO: 'Bloodied' man shouted for help before allegedly breaking into another home, getting shot

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| Aol Verified
Tue, March 24, 2026 at 5:23 PM UTC A man who forced entry into a southwest Houston home is in critical condition after being shot by the homeowner overnight Monday, the Houston Police Department said. Investigators said a man in a mask and a man with blood on his head were running down the street on Ingomar Way near Campden Hill just after midnight. Authorities said they don't know if the bloodied man was shot, hit in the head, or assaulted.
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SW Houston homeowner shoots 'bloodied' man who kicked down his door and forced entry, police say Original

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A man who broke into a southwest Houston home is in critical condition after being shot by the homeowner overnight Monday, according to the Houston Police Department. Investigators said two men were running down the street on Ingomar Way near Campden Hill, and knocking on several doors just after midnight. Police said one of the men was wearing a mask, and the other had blood on his head.
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Woman found shot in the neck inside car; police searching for suspect, HPD says Original

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The Houston Police Department said it's searching for a suspect after a woman was found shot in the neck late Monday night. Police said officers were called at about 10:30 p.m. to a parking lot on Westridge Street, which is less than a mile from NRG Park. HPD described the woman as in her mid-30s and said she was sitting in the passenger seat of a Ford car.
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Abandoned hotel that has been site of several fires will be demolished, Harris County officials say Original

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
CHANNELVIEW, TX (KTRK) -- An abandoned hotel that Harris County officials say is a "nuisance property" will be demolished Tuesday morning. The property, off the East Freeway in Channelview, is home to the now-vacant Fairfield Inn & Suites. Officials say the hotel has been vacant for nearly a year. Last May, investigators said a fire was caused by someone using a torch-style lighter to set a fire inside the hotel.
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Man shot to death while visiting friend in Houston's northside, HPD says

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| Yahoo Verified
Houston police are working to find the suspect behind the shooting death of a man in the city's northside. Police said they received a call just before 5 a.m. Wednesday regarding a shooting in the 7300 block of Jensen Drive. According to officers, multiple witnesses reported hearing gunshots before the victim was found. A detective with the Houston Police Department said the victim was at a friend's apartment when, for some unknown reason, he went out to the parking lot.
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Man shot to death while visiting friend in Houston's northside, HPD says

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Houston police are working to find the suspect behind the shooting death of a man in the city's northside. Police said they received a call just before 5 a.m. Wednesday regarding a shooting in the 7300 block of Jensen Drive. According to officers, multiple witnesses reported hearing gunshots before the victim was found. A detective with the Houston Police Department said the victim was at a friend's apartment when, for some unknown reason, he went out to the parking lot.
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Houston City Council passes ordinance for $33M contract for 2021 winter storm relief Original

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Nearly five years after a massive winter storm wreaked havoc across Houston, more money is on the way to help homeowners. City leaders passed an ordinance during Wednesday's meeting, approving a contract to provide relief to homes around the city. Just over $33 million in federal dollars will be allocated for the 2021 winter storm single-family home repair program, with six vendors. The city lists the vendors as: Arkitektura Development, Inc.
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Person missing in Galveston plane crash confirmed dead, bringing death toll to 6, Mexican Navy says

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified, Nick Natario Verified, Sarah Al-Shaikh Verified
| MSN Verified
A person who went missing after a plane went down in Galveston was found dead on Tuesday evening, the Mexican Navy announced.The Coast Guard confirmed eight people were on board the plane when it went down just before 3:30 p.m. on Monday near the Galveston Causeway. The Mexican Navy said six people died and two survived.
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Search continues for missing plane crash victim after 5 killed, 2 rescued in Galveston: Officials

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified, Nick Natario Verified
| Yahoo Verified
Search continues for missing plane crash victim after 5 killed, 2 rescued in Galveston: Officials Generate Key Takeaways Officials say the search continues for a person still missing a day after a plane crash killed five people in Galveston. The Coast Guard confirmed eight people were on board the plane when it went down just before 3:30 p.m. on Monday near the Galveston Causeway. The Mexican Navy said five people died and two survived. The plane, they said, was on a medical support mission.
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Cy-Fair Fire Department battles 2-alarm warehouse fire in NW Harris Co., according to officials Original

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- Firefighters worked throughout Wednesday morning to put out a two-alarm fire in northwest Harris County. According to the Cy-Fair Fire Department, firefighters were called around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday to the warehouse complex on FM-529 and Log Cradle Drive. Officials said two warehouses were on fire, as well as pallets between them. The fire department said the structure was compromised following a partial collapse of the metal roof.
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Pedestrian killed after being hit by 6 to 8 vehicles near FM-529, HCSO says

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| Yahoo Verified
Brandon Hamilton Wed, December 17, 2025 at 2:43 PM UTC 1 min read The Harris County Sheriff's Office says a man is dead after being hit by several vehicles on Wednesday morning. According to Sgt. B. Bondurant with HCSO, the pedestrian was hit at about 5:15 a.m. at Jackrabbit Road and FM-529, shutting down the intersection. After talking to witnesses, Bondurant says they believe the man was hit six to eight times.
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Pedestrian killed after being hit by 6 to 8 vehicles at Jackrabbit Road and FM-529, Harris County Sheriff's Office says

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- The Harris County Sheriff's Office says a man is dead after being hit by several vehicles on Wednesday morning. According to Sgt. B. Bondurant with HCSO, the pedestrian was hit at about 5:15 a.m. at Jackrabbit Road and FM-529, shutting down the intersection. After talking to witnesses, Bondurant says they believe the man was hit six to eight times. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the victim, who has not been identified, was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Woman stabbed to death during argument with man near Lyons Avenue and Kress Street, Houston police say Original

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Officials say a woman is dead after she was stabbed during an argument with a man late Monday night. According to the Houston Police Department, officers were called to the area of Lyons Avenue and Kress Street around 11 p.m. Investigators say the woman, who has not been identified, was arguing with a man across the street. The argument quickly escalated, police say, when the man crossed the street, pulled out a knife, and stabbed the woman at least once.
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Private contractor starts work to help clear heavy trash pileup in Houston, city says Original

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- ABC13 has heard from frustrated residents for months. Now, the city says relief is on the way for Houston neighborhoods filled with heavy trash-but it will cost taxpayers $2 million. Starting Wednesday, the city says private contractor Ashbritt will help to clear the backlog. The mayor's office said they'll start on the southwest side, then move north. Philip D'Antoni has a home on Polk Street, which is on the east side.
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Multiple hoax bomb threat calls made to businesses across League City area, police say Original

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
LEAGUE CITY, Texas (KTRK) -- League City police say they're investigating multiple hoax bomb threat calls made to businesses in the city. According to police, officers have responded to at least five calls. On Monday morning, police said hoax bomb threats were made to a Walmart Supercenter, Neighborhood Walmart, Kroger, Elite Care, and VCA Animal Hospital within the past 48 hours. These locations were spread out across the city.
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Polk Street in downtown Houston closes to make way for George R. Brown Convention Center project Original

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- To make way for the expansion of the George R. Brown Convention Center, Polk Street closed on Wednesday morning to all traffic. The closure has been met with pushback from residents who live east of downtown. They've argued that the closure cuts off their access to downtown Houston. Houston First Corporation says the closure of Polk Street is all part of a plan to redefine downtown.
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Wrong-way driver killed in fiery crash, shutting down I-10 Katy Freeway near Washington Avenue for hours: HPD Original

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A wrong-way driver was killed overnight Tuesday in a fiery crash on the Katy Freeway, the Houston Police Department said. According to police, the crash happened around midnight near the Washington Avenue exit, shutting down the inbound mainlanes for nearly six hours. Police say the driver of a BMW drove down the exit ramp onto the freeway, then went westbound into the eastbound lanes. Investigators say the BMW collided with a Tesla Cybertruck.
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Harris County commissioners set to vote on budget proposal to balance $200M deficit

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- Harris County commissioners are expected to vote Wednesday on the $2.7 billion budget for the upcoming fiscal year. This comes after a contentious debate over closing a $200 million budget deficit. In previous meetings, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has voiced her concerns about deputy pay raises. According to the budget director, those pay raises added $100 million to the proposed budget.
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Houston police say they're investigating whether deadly shooting on Unity Drive is related to reported carjacking nearby

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Police are investigating a shooting they say left a man dead late Sunday night in west Houston. According to the Houston Police Department, witnesses flagged down officers to tell them about the shooting just before midnight in the area of Unity Drive and Windswept. HPD said when officers arrived, they found a man in the street shot multiple times. Officials said a suspect has not been caught.
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La Marque city officials propose financial recovery plan, say they only have enough money to cover expenses for the next 2 weeks

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
LA MARQUE, Texas (KTRK) -- Officials in La Marque say the city is in a "serious financial situation," according to a social media post Monday night. "As of now, the city's cash reserves are low, with approximately enough to cover about two weeks of operations," a statement said. City leaders say the money issues are tied to a pattern of spending more than what was brought in.
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City of Houston launches new tool 'Train Watch,' providing real-time updates of blocked train crossings

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- In an effort to keep track of blocked train crossings, the city has launched a new tool that will provide real-time updates. The page, titled Train Watch, also includes a live crossing status map as the city says to hopefully help you to be able to plan out your day. The interactive map, according to the city, will indicate whether a crossing is currently occupied or open.
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Harris County Sheriff's Office says alleged serial rapist, accused of at least 3 sexual assaults, likely has more victims

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- The Harris County Sheriff's Office says there could be more victims tied to an accused serial rapist. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said Carl Redfield Jr. was arrested while working at a car dealership last week, on July 24. During a press conference Tuesday, authorities said his "reign of terror" may include multiple female victims. He is accused of at least three sexual assaults. Gonzalez said the case started with a woman coming forward.
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University of Houston Hobby School survey shows majority of voters think Harris County is heading in the wrong direction

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- Slightly more than half of Harris County registered voters think things are going the wrong direction, according to a new report released Wednesday. The report is part of a survey conducted by the Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston. The study polled 2,300 registered voters and found 57% think things are going the wrong direction in Harris County, with 43% in the right direction.
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Houston nightclub dress codes: City Council to discuss ordinance requiring businesses to post attire rules

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The days of not knowing a dress code at a nightclub could be coming to an end in Houston. On Wednesday, city leaders are set to discuss changing an ordinance that one council member says is personal.
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Once a meeting place for the enslaved, Galveston-area church serves as home of Juneteenth

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
GALVESTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Down on Broadway in Galveston is a church with enough history to fill its entire sanctuary. Reedy Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church is often referred to as the Mother Church of Texas, a place where the enslaved would gather to worship. "When you walk into Reedy Chapel, there's a presence. You feel the ancestors here in the sanctuary," Rev. Lernette Patterson said. Patterson says it's important to tell the church's history.
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What is Juneteenth? ABC13 conversation looks at progress made since day marking end of slavery in U.S. in 1865

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- This year will mark four years since Juneteenth became a national holiday, but the day has been celebrated for many years since 1865, when news of the Emancipation Proclamation finally reached Galveston. In honor of the 160th anniversary of Juneteenth in 2025, ABC13's Brandon Hamilton had a conversation with a panel of experts to talk about equity - 160 years later.
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After freedom rings: Galveston family shares stories of enslaved ancestors, success that followed ahead of Juneteenth

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
GALVESTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Juneteenth marks a pivotal part of our nation's history. For a local family, it's also a time to reflect on their past: the journey of their enslaved ancestors and the success that followed. "My great-grandfather was a 5-year-old when his family came in 1865," Diane Henderson Moore said. On June 19, 1865, Union soldiers would arrive in Galveston to deliver the news that the last of the enslaved were free.
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Juneteenth: What historical ties does the federal holiday have to Galveston, Texas

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
GALVESTON, Texas (KTRK) -- June 19, 1865---It's the day freedom came to Texas and the birth of Juneteenth. Major General Gordon Granger and thousands of Union soldiers would arrive on the coast of Galveston with news that the enslaved were free, nearly two and a half years after President Abraham Lincoln enacted the Emancipation Proclamation.
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Houston vs. Florida: UH fans ready to watch Coogs make history in Monday's NCAA basketball championship game against the Gators

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (KTRK) -- In just a few hours, the University of Houston men's basketball team will hit the court with a chance to make history: winning an NCAA championship. The Coogs face the Florida Gators on Monday night in San Antonio. ABC13's Brandon Hamilton was in San Antonio along the River Walk Monday morning and spoke to Houston fans packing the Alamo city for the many festivities. "One of the best experiences in my life.
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Galveston father of teen killed by drunk driver in 2022 pushes bill in Austin enhancing punishment for repeat DWI offenders

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
AUSTIN, Texas (KTRK) -- Lawmakers in Austin will consider a Galveston father's request to keep habitual drunk drivers behind bars. Reid Nelson is testifying before the Texas House Corrections Committee on Wednesday after his son, 14-year-old Mason Nelson, and another 14-year-old boy, Sam Mixon, were killed by a repeat drunk driver in 2022. A third teen suffered a severe brain injury from that crash. The crash happened in front of Ball High School, where the teens were students.
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William Rudd arrested: Man on bike accused of firing shots at sergeant and landlord during eviction on Rosalee Street in La Marque

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
LA MARQUE, Texas (KTRK) -- A man on a bicycle is accused of firing shots at law enforcement during an attempt to serve an eviction on Monday, according to police. La Marque police were called to the 2300 block of Rosalee Street around 1 p.m. Monday after a suspect on a bicycle allegedly fired a handgun at a Galveston County Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Constable's Office sergeant and the landlord involved in the eviction.
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Highway 6 closed in Manvel after man pulled over for traffic stop shoots himself, Brazoria County Sheriff's Office says

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
MANVEL, Texas (KTRK) -- An active investigation shut down parts of Highway 6 near Highway 288 in Manvel after a traffic stop ended with a driver dead overnight. Highway 6 was closed in the area for several hours during the investigation. The mainlanes have since reopened. The Brazoria County Sheriff's Office said the driver, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, was 20 years old and was from the area.
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Houston police arrest Troy Johnson, accused of attacking and harassing multiple women in Montrose area

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified, Bystanders detain
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A man has been arrested after multiple women reported being attacked and harassed by a bearded man on a bicycle in the Montrose area. The women said he harassed them for money and called them nasty names when they declined. In some cases, they said he turned violent. The suspect, identified as 28-year-old Troy Johnson, was originally supposed to face a judge on Monday, but his court appearance was reset for Tuesday.
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City of Houston to vote on sexual misconduct settlement for former Houston Fire Department employee

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Houston city leaders are expected to vote on a sexual misconduct settlement between the city and a former firefighter who had an intimate video of her shared by another firefighter. Now, there's also a push to amend the already-negotiated contract between firefighters and the city. Recently retired firefighter Chris Barrientes was found liable for sharing an intimate video of Melinda Abbt in 2008.
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Houston house fire: 1 person killed in fire on Doulton Drive in southeast Houston; cause of fire unknown, HFD says

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A person is dead after a house fire in southeast Houston. Houston firefighters arrived at the home on Doulton Drive, just east of MLK Boulevard, shortly after 10 p.m. Monday. HFD said flames were shooting from the front of the home. During a search of the home, firefighters found the victim, believed to be a man, inside a bedroom. No one else was inside the home and no other injuries were reported, according to HFD.
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2 killed in wrong-way crash on Highway 6 near Briar Forest in west Houston

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Two people were killed in a wrong-way crash in west Houston overnight, police told ABC13. It happened on Highway 6 near Briar Forest, just blocks away from Westside High School, around 11:40 p.m. Sunday. Three vehicles were involved. According to police who looked at security video from a gas station, the wrong-way driver was in a white Ford Crown Victoria northbound on Highway 6 when he began to lose control in the intersection.
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2024 elections: Democrat Sean Teare takes on Republican Dan Simons in race over Harris County district attorney's race

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 3:12AM HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- In the race to determine the next district attorney in Harris County, the showdown between Democrat Sean Teare and Republican Dan Simons is on. In the March 5 primary, Teare defeated two-time incumbent DA and his former boss, Kim Ogg, by a nearly 50% margin. He served as the DA's office prosecutor for 11 years and was Ogg's lead prosecutor in the DA's Vehicular Crimes Division from 2017 to 2023.
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US Senate race: Congressman Colin Allred, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz make last-minute push to voters ahead of Election Day

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
CYPRESS, Texas (KTRK) -- One of the top races is underway in Texas for the United States Senate. Incumbent Texas Sen. Ted Cruz hopes to defeat his Democratic challenger, Congressman Colin Allred, and is seeking a third six-year term. Both candidates have made last-ditch efforts to appeal with voters will Cruz staying local in Cypress on Monday and Cruz in Dallas. This campaign remains historic as both have raised more than $160 million combined.
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US Senate race: Congressman Colin Allred, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz make last-minute push to voters ahead of Election Day

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
CYPRESS, Texas (KTRK) -- One of the top races under the spotlight this Election Day is for the U.S. Senate. Incumbent Texas Sen. Ted Cruz hopes to defeat his Democratic challenger, Congressman Colin Allred, and is seeking a third six-year term. This has been a historic race, with the two making their last-minute push to voters. Cruz held his final event in Cypress Monday night, and Allred had events this past weekend in Dallas.
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First woman in NASA's Mission Control, now Frances Poppy Northcutt serves as election judge

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 10:55PM HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Frances "Poppy" Northcutt is a woman of many talents. An engineer, attorney and during election season, she holds the title of election judge. Northcutt says the idea of helping during an election came years ago during the 1970s. A lot of pride about the accomplishments of that (NASA) team in doing what President Kennedy challenged us to do. And then we actually did it.
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I-69 Southwest Freeway NB reopens 8 hours after Houston police chase ended in deadly shooting with 2 hostages rescued

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The northbound lanes of the I-69 Southwest Freeway near Hillcroft Street reopened after a police chase ended with a man being shot and killed by officers on Monday. The busy freeway was closed for nearly eight hours. Cellphone video captured the beginning of the chase around 4:30 p.m. Monday on Hillcroft Street near Gulfton Street. The video shows officers following closely behind a black SUV.
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Hearing begins for lawsuit claiming Kemah's 6th Street closure has caused financial losses for restaurants in the area

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
KEMAH, Texas (KTRK) -- A hearing begins on Monday over a stretch of 6th Street in Kemah, which has been closed to drivers for two months. The closure has left business owners worried about their financial losses, and the hearing comes after a lot of back and forth.
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Houston city council to debate dueling property tax proposals on Wednesday to address city's budget shortfall

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Houston city leaders have the same goal -- to address a budget shortfall, but how to do that is up for debate. During Wednesday's city council meeting, leaders will debate two different property tax proposals -- one that keeps the rate around the same, and another that would raise the rate by just under 6%. According to our partners at the Houston Chronicle, Mayor John Whitmire wants to focus on cutting government waste.
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Spencer Highway pipeline fire now significantly smaller and expected to burn off later Tuesday, Deer Park officials say

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified, Courtney Carpenter Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
DEER PARK, Texas (KTRK) -- A large pipeline fire continues to burn in the area where La Porte meets Deer Park. It's been burning since around 10 a.m. Monday. Investigators believe it was all sparked by a car that crashed into an above-ground pipeline valve off Spencer Highway.
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HPD cadets to get $10,000 raise as agency tries to recruit, retain officers amid scandal

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By Brandon Hamilton Verified
| KTRK-TV (Houston, TX) Verified
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Houston Police Department cadets will receive a $10,000 raise, plus the agency is adding incentives to recruit and retain new officers, Mayor John Whitmire said on Monday. He made the announcement alongside newly-installed police chief Noe Diaz while visiting members of a cadet class. Effective immediately: HPD cadets will get a base salary jump from $42,000 to $52,000. HPD cadets will receive a $5,000 one-time incentive for completing the academy and TCOLE Certification.
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