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Shooting victim reportedly driven to gas station in north Harris County before being taken to hospital
Read full article: Shooting victim reportedly driven to gas station in north Harris County before being taken to hospitalA woman was reportedly shot in north Harris County before being taken to a gas station on Sunday
Hundreds of trail riders and cyclists show support to Arlene Alvarez’s family
Read full article: Hundreds of trail riders and cyclists show support to Arlene Alvarez’s familyHoustonians continue to do what they do best and show support in times of need. This time it was for Arlene Alvarez’s family after the 9-year-old was shot and killed last week. Sunday was all about Arlene.
Attorney Ben Crump, George Floyd’s brother, and others march for justice for Black man killed in Texas
Read full article: Attorney Ben Crump, George Floyd’s brother, and others march for justice for Black man killed in TexasLA MARQUE, Texas – It’s been a month since Joshua Feast was shot and killed in La Marque, Texas. On Saturday, Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump, the NAACP, George Floyd’s brother, Pamela Turner’s sister and Danny Thomas marched with people in the La Marque community. Feast was shot and killed by La Marque police officer Jose Santos on Dec. 9. Crump said too many black men are shot while running away. People in the La Marque community say they’re making sure Joshua’s name and legacy live on.
Ask 2: When the COVID-19 vaccine is released to the public, how much is going to cost and who is going to pay for it?
Read full article: Ask 2: When the COVID-19 vaccine is released to the public, how much is going to cost and who is going to pay for it?As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. Question: When the COVID-19 vaccine is released to the public, how much is going to cost and who is going to pay for it? Answer: Recent reports offer hope that the coronavirus vaccine will be widely available at no additional cost in the United States. Under the Trump Administration, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is taking steps to ensure all Americans have access to the COVID-19 vaccine at no cost when it becomes available, its website states. “Under President Trump’s leadership, we have developed a comprehensive plan to support the swift and successful distribution of a safe and effective vaccine for COVID-19,” CMS Administrator Seema Verma said.
41-year veteran HPD Officer Sgt. Harold Preston dies in shooting near NRG, officials say
Read full article: 41-year veteran HPD Officer Sgt. Harold Preston dies in shooting near NRG, officials sayHOUSTON – Houston authorities said veteran Houston Police Officer Sgt. Harold Preston has died after a shooting near NRG Tuesday morning. Harold Preston, who was shot and killed in the line of duty this morning. The responding officers -- a 3-year veteran officer, a 5-year veteran officer and Preston -- arrived at the scene and met the woman who had called police. The two officers who were shot -- Courtney Waller and Preston -- were transported to Memorial Hermann Hospital at 9:32.
Here are the cheapest places to get a flu shot when you don’t have insurance
Read full article: Here are the cheapest places to get a flu shot when you don’t have insuranceThe CDC recommends the annual flu vaccine for everyone six months and older. We checked the price for the flu vaccine at more than 10 pharmacies and medical clinics to find the least expensive options for you. Remember, if you have insurance, your flu shot is free. Here is a list of participating locations:UT Physicians Multispecialty - The Heights925 N. ShepherdHouston, TX 77008UT Physicians Family Practice - Bayshore11452 Space Center Blvd. Houston, TX 77059UT Physicians Family Practice - Bellaire5420 Dashwood, Suite 100Houston, TX 77081UT Physicians Multispecialty - Bellaire6700 W. Loop South, Suite 520Bellaire, TX 77401UT Physicians Multispecialty - Cinco Ranch23923 Cinco Ranch Blvd.