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Houston robbery victim dropped to his death from 6-story parking garage
Read full article: Houston robbery victim dropped to his death from 6-story parking garageA 21-year-old man, Enrique Malaquias Bonilla, has been charged with murder for allegedly dropping 23-year-old Sostenos Briones from a six-story parking garage during a robbery on September 26 at an apartment complex on Leona Street in Houston.
Mother accused of abandoning 3 children at apartment with brother’s decaying remains sentenced
Read full article: Mother accused of abandoning 3 children at apartment with brother’s decaying remains sentencedThe mother has been sentenced to 50 years in prison for her role in the death of her 8-year-old son, Kendrick Lee.
Beloved pastor Dr. F.N. Williams of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church passes away after over six decades of service
Read full article: Beloved pastor Dr. F.N. Williams of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church passes away after over six decades of serviceDr. Nathaniel Floyd Williams Sr., a revered pastor of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Houston for over 60 years, has died at 95.
James Earl Jones, best known as the voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93
Read full article: James Earl Jones, best known as the voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93James Earl Jones, whose prodigious acting talent was often overshadowed by his distinctive baritone over a seven-decade career that spanned stage and screen, died Monday, his representative said. He was 93.
Mariah Carey’s mother and sister died on the same day. The singer says her ‘heart is broken’
Read full article: Mariah Carey’s mother and sister died on the same day. The singer says her ‘heart is broken’Mariah Carey’s mother Patricia and sister Alison both died on the same day, the singer said Monday.
Fallen trees, house fire, flooding and heat: Hurricane Beryl’s deaths climb to 11
Read full article: Fallen trees, house fire, flooding and heat: Hurricane Beryl’s deaths climb to 11Hurricane Beryl wreaked havoc on the Texas Coast, leaving behind a trail of destruction and claiming 11 lives. From fallen trees crushing homes to tragic flooding incidents, the aftermath has been heartbreaking.
Here’s what you need to know before starting your generator during power outages across Houston area
Read full article: Here’s what you need to know before starting your generator during power outages across Houston areaIn the aftermath of a major storm, a generator can be a crucial part of your recovery. However, it's important to operate them properly to avoid serious injury or even death. #HoustonWeather #Weather
Here’s what you need to know before starting your generator during power outages across Houston area
Read full article: Here’s what you need to know before starting your generator during power outages across Houston areaIn the aftermath of a storm, a generator can be a crucial part of your recovery. However, it's important to operate them properly to avoid serious injury or even death. #HoustonWeather #Weather
No foul play suspected after skeletal remains of missing Kay-Alana Turner found in wooded area
Read full article: No foul play suspected after skeletal remains of missing Kay-Alana Turner found in wooded areaKay-Alana Turner was identified through dental records and there is no suspicion of foul play.
Disturbing details emerge in Houston twins’ death ruled homicide, parents charged
Read full article: Disturbing details emerge in Houston twins’ death ruled homicide, parents chargedCourt records claimed the parents assaulted the infants with and against a blunt object, neglected to ensure their safety and supervision, failed to provide necessary medical attention, and nourishment, and used a deadly weapon during the incident.
Family of Texas teen killed in Houston road rage shooting hope $20K reward and sketch of suspect will help catch gunman
Read full article: Family of Texas teen killed in Houston road rage shooting hope $20K reward and sketch of suspect will help catch gunmanA Texas family is searching for answers after their teenage daughter was shot and killed during a road rage incident while headed to watch the sunrise last year.
Family of Houston County correctional officer who died after trying to restrain inmate demands answers
Read full article: Family of Houston County correctional officer who died after trying to restrain inmate demands answersThe family of a Houston County correctional officer who died after trying to restrain an inmate is demanding answers.
Suspect charged after allegedly beating 69-year-old man to death, leaving him inside vacant SE Houston building
Read full article: Suspect charged after allegedly beating 69-year-old man to death, leaving him inside vacant SE Houston buildingThe suspect accused of beating a 69-year-old man to death and leaving him inside a vacant building last year has been charged.
Pasadena man who plead guilty to beating 2-year-old to death in 2019 sentenced to 50 years in prison
Read full article: Pasadena man who plead guilty to beating 2-year-old to death in 2019 sentenced to 50 years in prisonA man accused of injuring his girlfriend’s child, which authorities said led to the child’s death three years ago, was sentenced to 50 years in prison on Wednesday.
Families band together, demanding accountability, justice at Harris County Jail after eight in-custody deaths this year
Read full article: Families band together, demanding accountability, justice at Harris County Jail after eight in-custody deaths this yearHarris County families are asking for ‘justice’ after they said their family members died while in jail custody.
Man killed when sign he was working on topples over on him in N. Harris County
Read full article: Man killed when sign he was working on topples over on him in N. Harris CountyLaw enforcement are at a scene in north Houston where they said a man died after a large sign he was working on toppled over on him.
Houston mother turns pain into purpose, hoping bill will lead to changes at Harris County Jail after her son’s death
Read full article: Houston mother turns pain into purpose, hoping bill will lead to changes at Harris County Jail after her son’s deathA Houston mother is turning her pain into purpose after her son died while in custody at the Harris County Jail in March of 2022.
Law enforcement investigating deaths, mutilation of cattle in Madison, Robertson, Brazos Counties
Read full article: Law enforcement investigating deaths, mutilation of cattle in Madison, Robertson, Brazos CountiesThey said a rancher told them a 6-year-old longhorn-cross cow had been found lying on her side, deceased, and mutilated on their ranch.
No federal charges will be filed in Shanquella Robinson’s death following investigation
Read full article: No federal charges will be filed in Shanquella Robinson’s death following investigationU.S. officials in North Carolina will not federally prosecute the person suspected of killing Shanquella Robinson, a Charlotte-area woman vacationing in Mexico last year, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Wednesday.
Man convicted in ambush killing of estranged wife, her niece at Harris County home in 2012 dies in east Texas prison
Read full article: Man convicted in ambush killing of estranged wife, her niece at Harris County home in 2012 dies in east Texas prisonRicardo Jose Prado Jr., 41, died at around 11:45 p.m. on April 1 at a state penitentiary located in Tennessee Colony, TX. He was serving a sentence of life without parole for the crime.
‘I never thought it would be me:’ Mother offering $20K reward for information about son’s murder
Read full article: ‘I never thought it would be me:’ Mother offering $20K reward for information about son’s murderIt’s been more than three months with no answers. Now, a grieving mother whose son was gunned down in December 2022, is taking matters into her own hands in hopes of finding the killer.
Houston mother calls for changes at Harris County Jail after son’s in-custody death; new inspection report lists several deficiencies at facility
Read full article: Houston mother calls for changes at Harris County Jail after son’s in-custody death; new inspection report lists several deficiencies at facilityA Houston mother is calling for changes at the Harris County jail after her son died almost a year ago at the facility.
Ex-boyfriend of accused Texas husband killer Sarah Jean Hartsfield says he had suspicious house fire after break-up
Read full article: Ex-boyfriend of accused Texas husband killer Sarah Jean Hartsfield says he had suspicious house fire after break-upAn ex-boyfriend of Sarah Jean Hartsfield, the Chambers County woman who has been married five times and is accused of murdering her most recent husband as well as fatally shooting a past fiancée, tells KPRC 2 their relationship ended in literal flames in 2016.
What are the odds your favorite ‘House of the Dragon’ character will make it out alive?
Read full article: What are the odds your favorite ‘House of the Dragon’ character will make it out alive?As any “Game of Thrones” fan knows, the God of Death is always knocking on the door. It’s just a matter of knowing when to say “not today” to keep you alive.
Owner of 7 pit bulls arrested, charged after animals maul 71-year-old man to death in Fresno neighborhood, deputies say
Read full article: Owner of 7 pit bulls arrested, charged after animals maul 71-year-old man to death in Fresno neighborhood, deputies sayThe owner of several dogs who mauled a 71-year-old man to death Monday in a Fresno neighborhood has been arrested and charged, according to Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office.
Elementary school mass shooting: How to cope with sudden loss and talk to kids about tragedy
Read full article: Elementary school mass shooting: How to cope with sudden loss and talk to kids about tragedyMany families are trying to wrap their minds around the recent tragedy that claimed the lives of over 15 elementary school students and 2 teachers in Uvalde Tuesday morning.
Days before his death, video captured Stephen Sondheim seeing revival of ‘Company’ on Broadway
Read full article: Days before his death, video captured Stephen Sondheim seeing revival of ‘Company’ on BroadwayIt’s still hard to believe for fans of musical theater, but Broadway icon and legend Stephen Sondheim passed away over the weekend at the age of 91.
Astroworld Festival tragedy: How to cope with sudden loss of a loved one
Read full article: Astroworld Festival tragedy: How to cope with sudden loss of a loved oneTragedies like the one that happened Friday night at Travis Scott's Astroworld Fest at NRG Park has undoubtedly left many families in shock and dismay, wondering how to cope with the sudden loss of a loved one.
42-year-old man arrested by deputies dies after becoming unresponsive at jail’s processing center, HCSO says
Read full article: 42-year-old man arrested by deputies dies after becoming unresponsive at jail’s processing center, HCSO saysThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was pronounced dead while in deputies custody at the county’s Joint Processing Center.
Police investigating man’s death as suspicious after he was found dead inside abandoned vehicle in NW Houston
Read full article: Police investigating man’s death as suspicious after he was found dead inside abandoned vehicle in NW HoustonHouston police are investigating a suspicious death after a man was found dead in an abandoned vehicle in northwest Houston.
Tips to know before starting your generator during a power outage
Read full article: Tips to know before starting your generator during a power outageIn the aftermath of a storm, a generator can be a crucial part of your recovery. It can power a fan, turn on some lights and keep your food cool. But many people only use a generator in an emergency and don’t operate them properly. This can lead to serious injury or death.
President Biden says verdict in Floyd case can be ‘giant step’
Read full article: President Biden says verdict in Floyd case can be ‘giant step’Before Tuesday’s guilty verdicts were read out, President Joe Biden said he was praying for “the right verdict” in the trial of former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin.
Mother of 8-year-old boy, her common-law husband arrested in death of child
Read full article: Mother of 8-year-old boy, her common-law husband arrested in death of childHOUSTON – Houston police said they have arrested a mother and her common-law husband in the death of her 8-year-old son Tuesday. Police said 24-year-old Kayla Holzendorf and 28-year-old Dominique Lewis have been charged with injury to a child and tampering with evidence. Investigators said paramedics were already at the scene performing CPR on the child. Both paramedics and officers reported seeing multiple injuries on the boy’s body that were not consistent with drowning, investigators said. According to investigators, the child’s biological mother and her husband were in the room on the second floor at the time of what they told police was a drowning.
Hong Kong probes death of man who received COVID-19 vaccine
Read full article: Hong Kong probes death of man who received COVID-19 vaccineFILE - In this Friday, Feb. 26, 2021 file photo, people line up to receive China's Sinovac COVID-19 coronavirus vaccine at a community vaccination center in Hong Kong. Hong Kong authorities on Tuesday, March 2 reported the death of a chronically ill man, two days after he received a COVID-19 vaccine and said that it is too early to conclude whether the vaccine was related to his death. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung, file)HONG KONG – Hong Kong authorities on Tuesday reported the death of a chronically ill man, two days after he received a COVID-19 vaccine and said that it is too early to conclude whether the vaccine was related to his death. The man's death happened less than a week after Hong Kong began its vaccination program for priority and at-risk groups in the city. Over 40,000 people in Hong Kong have received the vaccine since Friday, when the vaccination drive began.
‘Keep the faith’: Alex Trebek’s Thanksgiving message shared weeks after his death
Read full article: ‘Keep the faith’: Alex Trebek’s Thanksgiving message shared weeks after his deathHOUSTON – “Jeopardy” game show host Alex Trebek filmed a Thanksgiving message to share with the world prior to his death on Nov. 8. The staff of “Jeopardy” shared the message on Twitter Thanksgiving Day, saying it was “high on our list of things to be thankful for this year.”High on our list of things to be thankful for this year: Alex's Thanksgiving message from today's show. We hope you have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! (@Jeopardy) November 26, 2020In the video, Trebek said, “Happy Thanksgiving ladies and gentlemen. In spite of what America and the rest of the world is experiencing right now there are many reasons to be thankful.
Photos: Alex Trebek through the years
Read full article: Photos: Alex Trebek through the yearsAlex Trebek, the iconic host of Jeopardy, lost his battle with cancer and died on Sunday, according to multiple reports. is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and friends. is saddened to share that Alex Trebek passed away peacefully at home early this morning, surrounded by family and friends. Alex Trebek, Vanna White, Pat Sajak and Merv Griffin in 2006. (Photo by Lars Niki/Corbis via Getty Images) (Getty Images.)
Billy Joe Shaver dead at 81 due to ‘massive’ stroke, reports say
Read full article: Billy Joe Shaver dead at 81 due to ‘massive’ stroke, reports sayWACO, Texas – Honky-tonk hero and 81-year-old Outlaw Country legend Billy Joe Shaver died Wednesday after suffering a “massive” stroke in Waco, according to SiriusXM. Rest in peace to Outlaw Country legend Billy Joe Shaver, who has died at the age of 81. https://t.co/jS0fI5IOlH pic.twitter.com/n4eQCsshKF — SiriusXM (@SIRIUSXM) October 28, 2020Shaver was born in Corsicana in 1939 and released his debut album, “Old Five and Dimers Like Me” in 1973. He released his final album in 2014 and continued recording and touring until his death, Rolling Stone wrote. “Billy Joe Shaver might’ve been the only true outlaw whoever made his living writing about the inner workings of his heart. Shaver’s death comes just days after the death of another county legend, Jerry Jeff Walker.
Police in Ukraine investigate death of US Embassy employee
Read full article: Police in Ukraine investigate death of US Embassy employeeIn this photo released by Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020, investigators work at the scene of an accident in Kyiv, Ukraine. Police in Ukraine are investigating the death of an American woman who worked for the United States Embassy in Kyiv. The woman was found unconscious with a head injury near the railway tracks in a park not far from the embassy on Wednesday, according to a police statement. (Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine via AP)KYIV – Police in Ukraine are investigating the death of an American woman who worked for the United States Embassy in Kyiv. The Embassy confirmed the woman was a U.S. citizen in a statement and said they were “heartbroken" to report her death.
Officers suspended in suffocation death; protesters unswayed
Read full article: Officers suspended in suffocation death; protesters unswayedRochester Mayor Lovely Warren announced the suspensions at a news conference Thursday amid outrage that city officials had previously kept quiet about Prude's death. Journalists were among those hit by pellets during the confrontation, which came on the second day of peaceful demonstrations over Prude's death. The mayor said she only became aware that Prude's death involved the use of force on Aug. 4. Warren said the seven officers would still be paid because of contract rules and that she was taking the action against the advice of attorneys. Prude's death happened just as the coronavirus was raging out of control in New York and received no public attention at the time.
Mother killed in apparent shark attack off Maine coast
Read full article: Mother killed in apparent shark attack off Maine coastThe Maine Marine Patrol is investigating the death of a woman Monday afternoon near Bailey Island. Witnesses at the scene said the woman was swimming off the shore when she was injured in what appeared to be a shark attack. Kayakers helped transport the woman and her daughter back to shore, where they were met by members of the Harpswell EMS squad. Marine Patrol says the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Read more from WCSH: https://bit.ly/3hBgWsW
Why is there a lag in reporting COVID-19 deaths?
Read full article: Why is there a lag in reporting COVID-19 deaths?HOUSTON When the city of Houston reported its first day of double-digit deaths, KPRC 2 noticed one of the deceased dated back to May 4. Persse explains only confirmed deaths from COVID-19 are reported, suspected deaths are not. One is medical, which is filled out by a doctor, hospital staff or a medical examiners office depending on where a person dies. Officials with the Harris County Medical Examiners Office also report no concerns about capacity in the morgue. As of Thursday, there have been 508 deaths reported in Houston and Harris County.
HPD: Body found floating in White Oak Bayou in northwest Houston
Read full article: HPD: Body found floating in White Oak Bayou in northwest HoustonPolice are investigating the death of a person whose body was found floating in White Oak Bayou Thursday in northwest Houston. A bicyclist spotted the body in the waters off Shady Grove Lane. The Houston Fire Department assisted with the retrieval of the body. Authorities said there are no apparent signs of foul play. They said an autopsy would be conducted to determine the cause of death.
Harris County Jail inmate dies after being found 'unresponsive’ in his cell, officials say
Read full article: Harris County Jail inmate dies after being found 'unresponsive’ in his cell, officials sayHOUSTON – An inmate at the Harris County Jail was found unresponsive in his cell over the weekend, officials said. Court records show the robbery charge was dismissed and then refiled as the burglary charge. The burglary charge was dismissed following Jacobs’ death. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office has asked the Texas Rangers to investigate Jacobs’ death. The Harris County Medical Examiner’s Office has not yet determined a cause of death.
Cremation has replaced traditional burials in popularity in America and people are getting creative with those ashes
Read full article: Cremation has replaced traditional burials in popularity in America and people are getting creative with those ashesCremation became the top choice in 2015 and has been climbing in popularity ever since. "Cost is a driving factor," said Mike Nicodemus, licensed funeral director and vice president of cremation services for the NFDA. Today, practicing Catholics are allowed to choose cremation; however, the church still wants a ceremony and for the ashes to be buried, not scattered. Fewer people consider themselves religious today than in the past, lessening the need for a traditional funeral in a church. Or for no extra money at all, you can ask your loved ones to scatter your ashes on the beach.