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Houston-area singer Sundance Head in stable condition after being shot in stomach
Read full article: Houston-area singer Sundance Head in stable condition after being shot in stomachA singer from Porter who gained fame from his appearances on “American Idol” and “The Voice” is recovering after being shot in the stomach.
Departures in House create crucial Republican targets in the fight for majority control
Read full article: Departures in House create crucial Republican targets in the fight for majority controlAfter a tumultuous and unproductive session of Congress, nearly 50 House members have decided either to not seek reelection or to run for a higher office.
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.
After Beryl, Houston-area farmers pull together to face unique challenges
Read full article: After Beryl, Houston-area farmers pull together to face unique challengesThe misery of Houston’s lasting power outages extend beyond the big city and onto surrounding farms and ranches, where everything from animal bedding to feed is harder to come by since Hurricane Beryl turned off the lights.
Woman in critical condition after being stabbed by 20-year-old son in Porter
Read full article: Woman in critical condition after being stabbed by 20-year-old son in PorterA 43-year-old woman is being treated for non-life threatening injuries, but authorities say she is in critical condition after being stabbed by her son in Porter Wednesday.
Katie Porter's star dims in failed US Senate bid, leaving the Californian facing an uncertain future
Read full article: Katie Porter's star dims in failed US Senate bid, leaving the Californian facing an uncertain futureU.S. Rep. Katie Porter faces an uncertain future after being trounced in California's U.S. Senate race.
Man accused of flashing gun at loss prevention team after being caught stealing at Porter Walmart
Read full article: Man accused of flashing gun at loss prevention team after being caught stealing at Porter WalmartA man has been arrested after authorities said he stole items from a Walmart in Porter and revealed a gun to the loss prevention team who tried to stop him from taking the items.
‘I just broke down’: Montgomery County woman saves dog with head stuck in jug
Read full article: ‘I just broke down’: Montgomery County woman saves dog with head stuck in jugA stray dog in need of help after getting his head stuck in a jug was saved thanks to the efforts of a woman in Montgomery County.
Authorities searching for suspect after 25-year-old man found shot to death in Porter
Read full article: Authorities searching for suspect after 25-year-old man found shot to death in PorterAuthorities in Montgomery County are looking for a suspect they believe shot and killed a 25-year-old man in the Porter area.
Multi-million dollar COVID-19 fraudster trades mansion for prison cell: DOJ
Read full article: Multi-million dollar COVID-19 fraudster trades mansion for prison cell: DOJA 33-year-old Richmond man who operated a medical supply company in Porter has been ordered to federal prison for a massive fraud that resulted in losses of $17 million, U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani announced Thursday.
Suspect with extensive criminal history captured after escaping custody multiple times
Read full article: Suspect with extensive criminal history captured after escaping custody multiple timesA man with an extensive criminal history was arrested Monday after escaping custody during a traffic stop in Porter, Montgomery County Precinct 4 deputies said.
Son charged in fatal shooting of his 65-year-old mother inside Porter home
Read full article: Son charged in fatal shooting of his 65-year-old mother inside Porter homeA man has been arrested and charged in the fatal shooting of his 65-year-old mother at a Porter home Tuesday, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said.
Adult, 2 teens arrested after leading Montgomery County deputies on high-speed chase in stolen car
Read full article: Adult, 2 teens arrested after leading Montgomery County deputies on high-speed chase in stolen carA man and two teenagers were arrested after reportedly stealing a vehicle from a home in Porter, then leading deputies on a high-speed chase over the weekend.
Rep. Katie Porter seeking Feinstein's Senate seat in 2024
Read full article: Rep. Katie Porter seeking Feinstein's Senate seat in 2024Democratic Rep. Katie Porter of California says she'll seek the U.S. Senate seat held by Sen. Dianne Feinstein, a fellow Democrat and the oldest member of the chamber.
3 men charged after 17 live, 8 dead roosters, 6 live chicks seized during cockfighting ring bust at Montgomery Co. home, deputies say
Read full article: 3 men charged after 17 live, 8 dead roosters, 6 live chicks seized during cockfighting ring bust at Montgomery Co. home, deputies sayThree men were arrested and charged in a cockfighting ring bust on Sunday where dozens of roosters were seized at the Montgomery County home, according to deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.
Who killed Marbin Alexi Sanches Castillo? Questions remain after partially buried body discovered in Montgomery County sandlot
Read full article: Who killed Marbin Alexi Sanches Castillo? Questions remain after partially buried body discovered in Montgomery County sandlotAuthorities have released the identity of a victim whose body was found partially buried in a sand pit in Montgomery County.
Barn filled with fireworks, explosives material discovered in Montgomery County; 5 residents evacuated: Officials
Read full article: Barn filled with fireworks, explosives material discovered in Montgomery County; 5 residents evacuated: OfficialsFirefighters near Porter had to destroy a barn filled with fireworks and other explosives that were discovered Tuesday.
Driver narrowly escapes after train strikes 18-wheeler stuck on tracks in Porter
Read full article: Driver narrowly escapes after train strikes 18-wheeler stuck on tracks in PorterA truck driver escaped injury Saturday morning after his 18-wheeler was struck by a running train on a railroad track in Porter.
Evidence suggests ship anchor snagged, dragged oil pipeline
Read full article: Evidence suggests ship anchor snagged, dragged oil pipelineEvidence emerged Tuesday that a ship’s anchor snagged and dragged an underwater pipeline that ruptured and spilled tens of thousands of gallons of crude oil off Southern California.
Would-be car burglar shot, killed by homeowner in Kingwood, deputies say
Read full article: Would-be car burglar shot, killed by homeowner in Kingwood, deputies sayMontgomery County sheriff’s deputies are investigating after they said a would-be car burglar was fatally shot in Kingwood Thursday night.
Nearly 200 frozen dead cats recovered from Porter property where 84 other animals rescued -- including racoons, authorities say
Read full article: Nearly 200 frozen dead cats recovered from Porter property where 84 other animals rescued -- including racoons, authorities saySeventy-four cats, two dogs and eight racoons were rescued from a Porter property where nearly 200 dead cats and multiple dead racoons were also recovered, according to Montgomery County Animal Services.
Poet Amanda Gorman revisits inaugural triumph with Oprah
Read full article: Poet Amanda Gorman revisits inaugural triumph with OprahIn this combination photo, Oprah Winfrey, left, attends the premiere of "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" on April 18, 2017, in New York and Amanda Gorman attends Porter's 3rd annual Incredible Women Gala on Oct. 9, 2018, in Los Angeles. Gorman revisits her inaugural poem that wowed observers, among them Oprah Winfrey, in the Apple TV+ series "The Oprah Conversation." (Photo by Andy Kropa/Invision/AP, left, and Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)LOS ANGELES – Amanda Gorman revisits her inauguration day poetry reading that wowed observers, among them Oprah Winfrey, in the Apple TV+ series “The Oprah Conversation.”The 23-year-old Gorman “stepped into a moment in history with enormous grace and dignity,” Winfrey said in a statement. The first National Youth Poet Laureate and the youngest inaugural poet in U.S. history, Gorman recited “The Hill We Climb” for the Jan. 20 swearing-in ceremony for President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Others who have been interviewed for “The Oprah Conversation” include former President Barack Obama, Matthew McConaughey, Stevie Wonder and author Ibram X. Kendi.
Stronger Houston: The COVID-19 crisis and it’s impact on Houston’s transgender community
Read full article: Stronger Houston: The COVID-19 crisis and it’s impact on Houston’s transgender community“The trans community is one of the most overlooked communities in times of disaster,” said Austin Ruiz, communications and marketing manger at The Montrose Center. AdWhen COVID-19 hit, The Montrose Center, which serves Houston’s LGBT community, saw a sharp increase in requests for help among Houston’s trans community. “We found there were a lot of community members, specifically trans community members, that do not feel safe to go to other social service agencies because they were afraid they’d be turned away or discriminated against because of their status as a trans community member,” Ruiz said. Through a foundation grant, Save Our Sisters United has been able to provide money for food, shelter, basic necessities and medication like HRT’s. She added that ongoing therapy sessions with her counselor at the Montrose Center continues to make all the difference in the world.
Mother walking to corner store killed by pack of dogs in Porter, family says
Read full article: Mother walking to corner store killed by pack of dogs in Porter, family saysPORTER, Texas – Deann Stephenson walked to the corner store near her home almost every day until Feb. 15, when her family says four dogs that belong to a neighbor escaped their front yard and bit her to death. The midday incident in Porter, north of Kingwood, happened about a year after the family moved to the area for a fresh start: A new home, church and friends. … I think she would want me to fight for her.”The family hired Patrick O’Hara, who has represented many dog attack victims in Montgomery County. The family said the dogs who attacked Stephenson had previously attacked other neighbors, including a child. The dog owners could not be reached for comment and the Montgomery County Sheriff’s office did not return a request for comment.
VYPE U: Kingwood Park Girls on to the Playoffs
Read full article: VYPE U: Kingwood Park Girls on to the PlayoffsThe Kingwood Park girls basketball team made an impressive run this year, wrapping up the season 24-0 after a 58-35 win against Porter. The undefeated squad now heads to the playoffs to face Magnolia in the first round on February 12th. As they prepare for their first playoff game of the season, the Panthers are focusing on a few key aspects of their game. In the history of the school, the Kingwood Park girls basketball squad had never before earned the title outright, so this season meant a lot. Kingwood Park heads to The Woodlands High School on Friday to face Magnolia in the first round.
VYPE U: Rivalry Between New Caney & Porter Remains Alive
Read full article: VYPE U: Rivalry Between New Caney & Porter Remains AliveThe Porter and New Caney rivalry has always been exciting in every sport. In the last December matchup, New Caney was victorious, so Porter had something to prove. Porter and New Caney both rebounded each other's shots. Within the last five minutes of the game, New Caney made it to the free-throw line and made both shots, and as did Porter. Jaxon Olvera #0 looks to get past Ke'Shun Simon #12.
Porter man accused of stabbing 3 adults, child, arrested, deputies say
Read full article: Porter man accused of stabbing 3 adults, child, arrested, deputies sayPORTER, Texas – A manhunt has ended after three adults and a 9-year-old child were stabbed. Authorities said 36-year-old Nathan Carlin, who is believed to have been involved in the stabbing in the area of East Heritage Oaks Drive and Timber Oaks Lane, turned himself in. Deputies said Carlin got into an argument with some of the victims and began stabbing them. Carlin was described as barefoot, 6′1″ tall, 190 pounds and wearing a green and blue shirt. All of the victims were taken to various hospitals for treatment and are listed in serious but stable condition, officials said.
Billy Porter to join New Year's Eve show from Times Square
Read full article: Billy Porter to join New Year's Eve show from Times SquareLast New Year's Eve, Billy Porter was working in New Orleans. This year he'll still be working — but in New York City. The “Pose” star will join Ryan Seacrest and Lucy Hale on ABC in Times Square on Dec. 31 for Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2020.” The broadcast is closed to the public due to the pandemic. “2020 has been a trying year for the world and I’m thrilled to have Billy and Lucy join me in ushering in a new year with fresh beginnings,” said Seacrest in a statement. As with last year, Ciara will once again oversee the Los Angeles festivities.
Outdoor kitchen explosion sends 3 people, including toddler, to hospital in Porter, officials say
Read full article: Outdoor kitchen explosion sends 3 people, including toddler, to hospital in Porter, officials sayPORTER, Texas – Three people, including a toddler, were hospitalized after an outdoor kitchen explosion at a home in Montgomery County Monday afternoon, according to the Porter Fire Department. The explosion was reported at 5:35 p.m. in the backyard of a home in the 19300 block of Riverwalk in the Riverwalk Subdivision in Porter. Officials said a 46-year-old woman, a 16-year-old girl and a 16-month old toddler were all burned in the explosion and taken to Memorial Hermann Hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Firefighters said the home was not damaged by the fire. The cause of the fire is unknown and under investigation.
Victims killed in Montgomery County crash identified
Read full article: Victims killed in Montgomery County crash identifiedMONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas – An aircraft crashed Sunday, killing two people in a residential neighborhood in Montgomery County, according to authorities. The victims have been identified as pilot Nidal Aoki, 41, of Porter, Texas and passenger Karthik Balakrishnan, 46 of Pearland. Siddiqi said the fatal crash left him heartbroken. MONTGOMERY COUNTY - @TxDPSSoutheast Troopers responded to a Fixed Wing Single-Engine (N26136) plane crash in the neighborhood of Linnwood/Elm St. Two confirmed fatalities identities unknown. pic.twitter.com/NAV8andmWc — TxDPS - Southeast Texas Region (@TxDPSSoutheast) October 25, 2020The debris left behind from the crash is hard to make out and woke up neighbors.
3-year-old boy dead after he accidentally shoots himself in the chest during birthday party
Read full article: 3-year-old boy dead after he accidentally shoots himself in the chest during birthday partyHOUSTON – A three-year-old boy died after he accidentally shot himself in the chest Saturday afternoon during a child’s birthday party in Porter, according to Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to the call around 4:15 p.m. to a call on the 23000 block of Owens Road. Family and friends at the party said they gathered to celebrate a child’s birthday, according to deputies. The child was found with a gunshot wound to the chest, deputies said. The child was rushed to a nearby fire station, where he was pronounced dead.
4 Porter firefighters return home after spending more than 3 weeks battling wildfires in California
Read full article: 4 Porter firefighters return home after spending more than 3 weeks battling wildfires in CaliforniaHOUSTON – Four firefighters from Porter have returned home after spending more than three weeks battling wildfires in California. Brandon Shafer, Joseph Sullivan, Ryan Johnson and Stephen Sever arrived at George Bush Intercontinental Airport just before 5 p.m. on Tuesday. The crew worked on multiple fires in California, mainly trying to stop them from spreading further. The firefighters initially drove out west, which took about two days, and quickly got to work. The firefighters are looking forward to spending time with their families and said they would make the trip again, if needed.
'Siesta Key': Juliette Porter on Why She Doubts New Dad Alex Kompo's Relationship Will Last (Exclusive)
Read full article: 'Siesta Key': Juliette Porter on Why She Doubts New Dad Alex Kompo's Relationship Will Last (Exclusive)The Siesta Key star and her castmates discussed Kompo's new life as a dad, with Porter candidly sharing both her doubts and hopes for his future. I don't know if he's going to completely commit to [Salerno] -- I don't think he will.I don't [think the relationship will last], Porter continued. Whether they're in love now, I don't know, but I don't think he's ready to settle down.Kompo announced the pregnancy in an Instagram post last Christmas. I really, really hope that he will be, she said. RELATED CONTENT:'Siesta Key': Madisson Gets Candid About Dating 46-Year-Old Boyfriend and a Possible Engagement (Exclusive)'Siesta Key': Juliette Porter Reacts to Alex Kompo's 'Shocking' Baby News and Where They Stand NowScheana Shay Gives Her Blessing to Ex-Fling Robby Hayes' Romance With 'Siesta Key' Star (Exclusive)ExclusiveExclusiveImageBylineLeena TailorMon, 06/15/2020 - 17:18
New Caney ISD teacher resigns after being charged with having an improper relationship with a student, officials say
Read full article: New Caney ISD teacher resigns after being charged with having an improper relationship with a student, officials sayPORTER, Texas – A teacher with the New Caney Independent School District resigned after she was accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a student, officials said. Rhiannon Petty, 41, faces an improper relation between educator and student charge. New Caney ISD said Petty was employed with the district for four years and was placed on administrative leave while the investigation was pending but she later resigned. In a statement, New Caney ISD said it that student safety was the district’s top priority. “The district is fully cooperating with the Montgomery County District Attorney’s office and cannot comment further as this is an active investigation,” district officials wrote.
Kinkaid takes over No. 1 spot in VYPE Private School baseball rankings powered by Barcelona Sports
Read full article: Kinkaid takes over No. 1 spot in VYPE Private School baseball rankings powered by Barcelona Sports[adsanity align='alignnone' id=377]In the newest rankings by VYPE powered by Barcelona Sports, Tomball has continued to be one of the most impressive 5A teams in the city. In 6A, Cypress Ranch continues its run of dominance but teams are chasing close behind for the coveted top spot. We sell sports equipment, customized uniforms and professionally fitted accessories for football, baseball, basketball, softball, soccer, volleyball and track and field. 12 Fort Bend Travis (22-6, 12-1)No. 5 Cypress Christian Warriors (21-8, 11-3)No.