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Financial challenges force HISD charter school Mount Carmel Academy to shut down in December
Read full article: Financial challenges force HISD charter school Mount Carmel Academy to shut down in DecemberMount Carmel Academy, a charter school partnered with Houston ISD, will permanently close on December 20 due to financial difficulties caused by low enrollment numbers.
Katy ISD parents push for more certified special education teachers in classrooms
Read full article: Katy ISD parents push for more certified special education teachers in classroomsParents in Katy ISD are advocating for more certified special education teachers in classrooms, expressing concerns over the district's reliance on paraprofessionals, who have fewer qualifications.
The Chicano Squad’s impact on Houston after the Moody Park Riots
Read full article: The Chicano Squad’s impact on Houston after the Moody Park RiotsThe Moody Riots proved Houston’s Hispanic community had a major trust problem when it came to police. That’s when the Houston Police Department formed a special task force -- The Chicano Squad.
San Leon man sentenced to 40 years for beating ex-girlfriend to death
Read full article: San Leon man sentenced to 40 years for beating ex-girlfriend to deathWilliam Glenn Herron was convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend, Mary Elizabeth Hyman, in San Leon, Texas, and sentenced to 40 years in prison.
Houston Mayor to release new plan on how the city will tackle homelessness
Read full article: Houston Mayor to release new plan on how the city will tackle homelessnessMayor John Whitmire says his vision is to get people off of the streets and instead help get them into temporary housing; with the ultimate goal of getting them affordable housing or reuniting with family.
Pinehurst residents say water bills have doubled, tripled and even quadrupled recently with no valid explanation
Read full article: Pinehurst residents say water bills have doubled, tripled and even quadrupled recently with no valid explanationPeople who live in Pinehurst say they feel like they’re being robbed and tell us the culprit is their MUD district.
‘Shooters have to shoot, I’m going to be me,’ Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud doesn’t let interceptions faze him
Read full article: ‘Shooters have to shoot, I’m going to be me,’ Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud doesn’t let interceptions faze himTexans quarterback says he won't change his approach
Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston introduces first-ever Low Sensory Night
Read full article: Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston introduces first-ever Low Sensory NightGalaxy Lights at Space Center Houston is introducing its first Low Sensory Night, offering a calmer, relaxed atmosphere for individuals with sensory sensitivities, including those on the Autism Spectrum.
Financial challenges force HISD charter school Mount Carmel Academy to shut down in December
Read full article: Financial challenges force HISD charter school Mount Carmel Academy to shut down in DecemberMount Carmel Academy, a charter school partnered with Houston ISD, will permanently close on December 20 due to financial difficulties caused by low enrollment numbers.
The Chicano Squad’s impact on Houston after the Moody Park Riots
Read full article: The Chicano Squad’s impact on Houston after the Moody Park RiotsThe Moody Riots proved Houston’s Hispanic community had a major trust problem when it came to police. That’s when the Houston Police Department formed a special task force -- The Chicano Squad.
Houston Mayor to release new plan on how the city will tackle homelessness
Read full article: Houston Mayor to release new plan on how the city will tackle homelessnessMayor John Whitmire says his vision is to get people off of the streets and instead help get them into temporary housing; with the ultimate goal of getting them affordable housing or reuniting with family.
San Leon man sentenced to 40 years for beating ex-girlfriend to death
Read full article: San Leon man sentenced to 40 years for beating ex-girlfriend to deathWilliam Glenn Herron was convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend, Mary Elizabeth Hyman, in San Leon, Texas, and sentenced to 40 years in prison.
Guarding Galveston Bay | What’s being done to protect it for generations to come
Read full article: Guarding Galveston Bay | What’s being done to protect it for generations to comeMore than 8,000 acres of saltwater wetlands and more than 80,000 of freshwater wetlands have been lost in the Galveston Bay system over the last two decades. The staggering numbers come from the Galveston Bay Foundation, which is actively working to improve the situation, in part because the wetlands serve as a habitat for wildlife and provide a buffer for storm surge. As the wetlands vanish, we become more vulnerable to flooding and water quality issues.
UTMB Health study says erectile dysfunction meds associated with reductions — but not where you might think 😅
Read full article: UTMB Health study says erectile dysfunction meds associated with reductions — but not where you might think 😅The health study found medications commonly prescribed for erectile dysfunction are associated with significant reductions in deaths, cardiovascular disease, and dementia
State law blocks revocation of Galveston Sheriff-elect’s license
Read full article: State law blocks revocation of Galveston Sheriff-elect’s licenseWith the Nov. 5 election over, a Texas law is impacting a case involving the Sheriff-elect of Galveston County, Jimmy Fullen. The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement recommended revoking Fullen’s peace officer’s license last June.
Shriners Children’s Texas opens residential building, new parking garage for patients
Read full article: Shriners Children’s Texas opens residential building, new parking garage for patientsThe facility looks less like a hospital room with beautiful colors and the comforts of home. Patients attest to how children can thrive in a familiar, less clinical setting.
‘Holiday In The Gardens’ ready to kick off at Moody Gardens with over 9 Holiday attractions
Read full article: ‘Holiday In The Gardens’ ready to kick off at Moody Gardens with over 9 Holiday attractionsMoody gardens offers the largest holiday venue to enjoy through January 1st, including the return of the popular Ice Land.
Katy ISD parents push for more certified special education teachers in classrooms
Read full article: Katy ISD parents push for more certified special education teachers in classroomsParents in Katy ISD are advocating for more certified special education teachers in classrooms, expressing concerns over the district's reliance on paraprofessionals, who have fewer qualifications.
What will happen to CNBC and MSNBC when they no longer have a corporate connection to NBC News?
Read full article: What will happen to CNBC and MSNBC when they no longer have a corporate connection to NBC News?Two television networks with “NBC” in their names — MSNBC and CNBC — will no longer have any corporate connection to NBC News once a spinoff formally takes effect in about a year.
Highway halted by drivers, officials in The Woodlands after dog found running on road
Read full article: Highway halted by drivers, officials in The Woodlands after dog found running on roadDrivers in The Woodlands were faced with a unique predicament on their daily commute, as a stray dog was found running in the middle of a highway.
Missing Woodlands teen found safe, reunited with family
Read full article: Missing Woodlands teen found safe, reunited with familyAn Endangered Missing Persons Alert has been issued for Drayven Harden, a 16-year-old Woodlands teen with autism, who was last seen in the early hours of October 17 on Glen Loch Dr. in The Woodlands.
MUST WATCH VIDEO: Mom keeps suspect from fleeing after hitting her car during police chase near The Woodlands
Read full article: MUST WATCH VIDEO: Mom keeps suspect from fleeing after hitting her car during police chase near The WoodlandsA mother helped police stop a man running from them over the weekend in Spring.
Theft suspects arrested after Sugar Land police chase reportedly stole $5K in merchandise from glasses store
Read full article: Theft suspects arrested after Sugar Land police chase reportedly stole $5K in merchandise from glasses storeThree suspects are in custody after reportedly stealing approximately $5,000 in merchandise from a sunglasses store in Sugar Land.
City of Sugar Land explores future with self-driving cable-rail system
Read full article: City of Sugar Land explores future with self-driving cable-rail systemSugar Land is collaborating with Swyft Cities to explore the Whoosh® cable transit system, featuring autonomous, gondola-like electric vehicles on elevated cables, aimed at enhancing mobility and sustainability.
Driver killed in Sugar Land, car splits in half after hitting pole, trees
Read full article: Driver killed in Sugar Land, car splits in half after hitting pole, treesInvestigators said the driver hit a light pole and two trees, causing the vehicle to split in half due to the impact and throw the driver from the car.
Man gets 10 years in prison for crash while he was intoxicated which critically injured Sugar Land police officer
Read full article: Man gets 10 years in prison for crash while he was intoxicated which critically injured Sugar Land police officerJulian Requena was sentenced by Judge Surendran Pattel for the crash which seriously hurt Officer Ruben Munoz, who was 25-years-old at the time.
Houston man arrested, accused of identity theft and stealing mail in Sugar Land
Read full article: Houston man arrested, accused of identity theft and stealing mail in Sugar LandA Houston man was arrested after police in Sugar Land said he was found with tools used to break into mailboxes and articles of identity of other people.
Handicapped Pasadena man finally gets help after apartment refuses to provide wheelchair ramp
Read full article: Handicapped Pasadena man finally gets help after apartment refuses to provide wheelchair rampA Pasadena man who is confined to a wheelchair has been trapped in his apartment for months, because his apartment complex neither provided a ramp, nor would an apartment manager let him keep his own hand-built ramps out.
Pasadena ISD high school student arrested for threatening to use rocket launcher in attack
Read full article: Pasadena ISD high school student arrested for threatening to use rocket launcher in attackA student from Sam Rayburn High School, 17-year-old Alexander Mariano Santiago, was arrested after allegedly making threats of violence against the school.
Pasadena announces water shut-off for industrial area amid major repairs
Read full article: Pasadena announces water shut-off for industrial area amid major repairsIndustrial properties in Pasadena will experience a day-long water shut-off on Tuesday due to a major water line break near Red Bluff and Bay Area.
Democracy’s never been cuter! Humane Society hosts ‘Puppies at the Polls’ at Pearland voting site
Read full article: Democracy’s never been cuter! Humane Society hosts ‘Puppies at the Polls’ at Pearland voting siteIn case you needed more of an incentive to get out and vote today, the Houston Humane Society had folks in Pearland covered!
Wanted Tren de Aragua gang member arrested on day of his asylum hearing in Houston area
Read full article: Wanted Tren de Aragua gang member arrested on day of his asylum hearing in Houston areaTexas DPS officers say Jorgenys Robertson Cova, 32, was wanted out of Pearland for theft and captured in Houston. He was scheduled for an asylum hearing in Houston on Monday, where he was instead, put behind bars.
After day of school threats and violence in Houston area, law enforcement warns of significant consequences
Read full article: After day of school threats and violence in Houston area, law enforcement warns of significant consequencesThere were at least five schools across the Houston metro area that dealt with school threats or violence on Wednesday, resulting in lockdowns or secure modes at campuses, which impacted thousands of students and teachers.
Karen Miles’ friend believed to be last to speak with her before disappearance
Read full article: Karen Miles’ friend believed to be last to speak with her before disappearancePolice are still searching for answers after skeletal remains were found during the investigation into the disappearance of 61-year-old Karen Miles, who has not been heard from in nearly three weeks.
Family of man missing since October has been suspicious about person of interest in Missouri City woman’s disappearance
Read full article: Family of man missing since October has been suspicious about person of interest in Missouri City woman’s disappearanceNew documents obtained by KPRC 2 have more information on the person of interest in the disappearance of Karen Miles, a Missouri City mother who’s been missing since Aug. 21 ties that man to two other stolen vehicles whose drivers have never been found.
From chamoy pickles, to pickle bread & pickle jewelry, check out 'In A Pickle Festival'
Read full article: From chamoy pickles, to pickle bread & pickle jewelry, check out 'In A Pickle Festival'If you love pickles, get ready for the 5th annual “In A Pickle Festival” happening in Kingwood tomorrow with over 100 vendors!
Kingwood family fears for safety after son with autism, epilepsy waitlisted for treatment center
Read full article: Kingwood family fears for safety after son with autism, epilepsy waitlisted for treatment centerA Kingwood family is in fear for their safety while their son is waitlisted for a treatment center to help with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Kingwood, Porter residents feeling forgotten after going 9 days without power following Beryl
Read full article: Kingwood, Porter residents feeling forgotten after going 9 days without power following BerylWalking into Eric Lambert’s home in the Woodridge Forest neighborhood, it’s dark, and it’s been like this for nine days.
93-year-old woman dies at independent living facility during Houston’s sweltering heat
Read full article: 93-year-old woman dies at independent living facility during Houston’s sweltering heatA local man is calling for changes to protocols at an independent living facility in Kingwood. It’s where he says his mother died early this morning during extremely hot conditions.
4th generation pitmaster, Sloan Rinaldi competes in new season of Netflix’s ‘Barbecue Showdown’
Read full article: 4th generation pitmaster, Sloan Rinaldi competes in new season of Netflix’s ‘Barbecue Showdown’Sloan Rinaldi, owner of Texas Q in Kingwood, returned to Houston Life to talk about her latest reality competition.