Authorities are on the lookout for a Houston woman with a lengthy criminal history, now facing charges related to a hit-and-run incident that injured a teenager. Diamond Porter, 31, has accumulated nearly 20 felony theft charges over the past five years across nine Texas counties. Her most recent charge stems from an alleged incident where…
The weekend weather forecast for Houston indicates that scattered showers and thunderstorms will persist due to deep Gulf moisture. Rainfall is expected to be sporadic, with warm and humid conditions prevailing between storm occurrences. Showery weather is likely to continue throughout the weekend, with some thunderstorms potentially bringing periods of heavy rain. Residents should be…
A man has received a life sentence for the murder of his girlfriend, Maria Rodriguez, who disappeared in 2018. Erik Fardell Arceneaux was found guilty earlier this month, and despite extensive searches, Rodriguez’s body has never been recovered. Rodriguez was last seen on June 21, 2018, after dropping her daughter off with a babysitter before…
A Houston law firm, the Burke Law Group, has secured a substantial contract worth $150 million to provide legal representation for unaccompanied migrant children under the care of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). The one-year agreement is set to commence on August 15 and was granted without the typical competitive bidding process. This new…
Liberty County Inmate Arrested in Washington In a significant development, a Liberty County inmate has been apprehended in Mukilteo, Washington, nearly three weeks after he escaped from a hospital in Kingwood, Texas. Authorities have confirmed the arrest of Yorlan Rafael Reyes. According to the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office, Reyes was taken into custody on Wednesday….
HOUSTON – The forecast indicates a return of hit-or-miss showers with a significant increase in rainfall expected as the weekend approaches. This week, Houston will continue to experience the typical August heat, with afternoon temperatures reaching the mid-90s and heat index values soaring to around 103 to 104 degrees. Starting Friday, deeper moisture from the…
A sergeant from the Harris County Precinct 7 Constable’s Office has been cleared of charges related to child injury after being “no billed” by a grand jury. Sergeant Jocelyn Ballard faced two felony counts earlier this year. Court documents reveal that the grand jury did not find sufficient evidence to indict Ballard in connection with…
A man has been charged with murder following an investigation into a fentanyl overdose incident that resulted in the death of an 18-year-old and the hospitalization of a 16-year-old. Avery Williams, aged 30, was arrested after authorities concluded a months-long inquiry into the distribution of the dangerous substance. The investigation, led by the Harris County…
Whataburger is set to commemorate its 76th anniversary throughout August with an exciting array of weekly discounts and promotions. Starting August 5th, customers can enjoy select menu items priced at just 76 cents every Wednesday, alongside a special buy-one-get-one-free entrée offer on August 8th, exclusively for Whataburger Rewards members through the mobile app. The anniversary…
HOUSTON – Today’s temperatures are expected to reach the upper 90s, with humidity driving the heat index to nearly 105 degrees. While an isolated storm may form later in the afternoon, the majority of neighborhoods are likely to remain dry. The heat index is approaching dangerous levels, with the potential for scattered showers and thunderstorms…
