Man charged with assault at UT Tyler Turning Point USA event
A man faces assault charges after video showed him swinging a cane at another person during a Turning Point USA event at UT Tyler on Tuesday.
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Free Houston event offers document shredding, property protection resources and a chance to meet HPD’s robot dog
Houston-area residents can safely dispose of sensitive paperwork, learn how to protect their property from trespassing and meet one of the Houston Police Department’s most unusual tools at a free community event this week. The Southwest Management District will host its annual Sh...
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Beyond the uniform: How Easter Seals Greater Houston is connecting veterans with resources after military service
Transitioning from military service to civilian life can bring a new set of challenges for veterans and their families. From navigating mental health services and finding employment to establishing financial stability, knowing where to turn for help isn’t always easy. In a city w...
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Houston dries out for Veterans Day as cold front arrives tonight
The rain has finally moved out of the Houston area after a stormy overnight stretch! Showers and thunderstorms rolled through Southeast Texas late Tuesday night into early Wednesday morning, bringing pockets of heavy rainfall, lightning and rumbles of thunder that may have woken ...
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Texas lawmaker renews push to ban children under 16 from social media after previous attempt failed
A Texas lawmaker is renewing an effort to ban children from social media after a similar proposal failed to become law during the state’s previous legislative session. House Bill 212 , filed by state Rep. Jared Patterson, a Republican, would prohibit children younger than 16 from...
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2 charged after public tips led Texas game wardens to duck shooting suspects in North Texas
Public tips to Operation Game Thief led Collin County game wardens to file wildlife charges against two individuals who allegedly shot ducks with an air rifle in McKinney....
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Astros bring back former catcher Brad Ausmus as their manager after Joe Espada exit
The 57-year-old Ausmus went 72-90 in his one season with the Angels and was 314-332 in four seasons in Detroit.
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Houston Astros name Brad Ausmus as new manager
A former fan favorite in Houston is returning to the Astros. The club has announced that Yankees bench coach Brad Ausmus will be the new manager. He played 10 of his 18 seasons in Houston. The announcement was made by Astros General Manager Randy Flores who is at the MLB GM meeti...
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Houston attorney giving away free Thanksgiving turkeys to help families facing financial challenges
With Thanksgiving approaching and families preparing for the cost of holiday meals, one Houston attorney is doing something to make the season a little easier. Moises Morales, a Houston personal injury attorney who built his law practice from humble beginnings, is giving away fre...
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Houston veterans carry spirit of service into Life Flight careers
For some veterans, commitment to service doesn’t end when their military careers do. Two Houston area veterans continue to serve here at home as members of Memorial Hermann Life Flight, saving lives and making a difference in the Houston community. KPRC 2’s Sofia Ojeda shares the...
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SS United States will be sunk on Wednesday to become the world's largest artificial reef
The SS United States, a piece of maritime history best known for shattering the transatlantic speed record on its maiden voyage in 1952, will be sunk off the coast of Florida on Wednesday and become the world's largest artificial reef....
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Popular cheddar cheese recalled in 12 states over Listeria concerns
Family Farmstead Dairy is recalling cheddar cheese products because they may be contaminated with Listeria.
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Oil giant ExxonMobil left Venezuela years ago. Now it’s considering a return
ExxonMobil has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Venezuelan government and its state-owned oil company to explore opportunities in the country....