The first day of school is often a mix of excitement and nervousness, and for the Peterson family, it was both touching and bittersweet. As Principal Elizabeth Hostin addressed the crowd of Lancaster Fire Department firefighters and engineers, she announced, “Guys, we’re letting you walk to class with her.” At 7:15 a.m., the fire engine roared into the front of Boren Elementary School in Mansfield, its horn blaring a cheerful “Good morning!” Kayla Peterson, accompanied by her older sister Avery and their mother Allison, emerged from the back of the fire truck. Lancaster Fire Department Battalion Chief Cole Turner gently…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
As the fall semester kicks off, old traditions are revived and new ones are born, including a fresh take on school football festivities. Holly Ary, a senior mom whose son Matthew Ary plays football at Benbrook Middle High School, took an active role on Wednesday. Instead of watching from the sidelines, Ary participated in the school’s first-ever Senior Mom Tackle event. “I’m taking him down today,” Holly Ary declared. She joined 14 other senior moms in this unique event, which offers mothers a chance to experience the game from their children’s perspective. “I’ve been asking his coaches since his sophomore…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Police are searching for a shooter who opened fire outside the AMC Willowbrook 24 movie theater on Tomball Parkway overnight. According to Houston police, the incident began when a group of five people, who had just left the theater after a movie, realized one of them was missing a cellphone. As the group searched for the phone, tensions escalated and accusations started. “There was a heated argument inside the theater, possibly over the missing phone,” Lt. R. Willkens said. “It turned out the phone was eventually found, so it seems no one had stolen it.” Outside…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — After months of hard work and dedication, Meta4 Houston has achieved a remarkable feat! The youth poetry team clinched the prestigious Brave New Voices International Poetry Slam title for the second consecutive year. This program combines poetry, spoken word, youth development, and civic engagement, and is supported by Writers in The Schools. In July, the team traveled to Washington, D.C., to compete, presenting poems on challenging topics such as climate change in Texas, gun violence, fast fashion, the human condition, and the impact of role models. Congratulations to the talented poets: Bella Kalra, Amaya Newsome, Christina…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — While many scholarships focus on helping students get into college, one organization is dedicated to supporting those who are already enrolled, ensuring they earn their degrees and secure good jobs. The rising cost of college can be a significant obstacle for students nearing graduation, especially with this year’s delays in the FAFSA process. The Last Mile Education Fund targets late-stage, low-income college students. This nonprofit helps them graduate and enter the tech workforce by providing grants based on potential rather than past achievements. Unlike traditional scholarships, which compare applicants to one another, Last Mile reviews each…
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A man is facing charges after he allegedly took his estranged partner’s car with their child inside, leading to an ongoing legal situation. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred at a Walmart located in the 1300 block of Fry Road. The man and woman, who have been separated for about a month, were at the store when the man took the woman’s vehicle while their child was inside. The vehicle was later found at the Buc-ee’s in the 27700 block of Katy Freeway in Waller County. The man is now charged…
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — For the sixth time this year, a Harris County inmate has died while in custody, with the sheriff’s office attributing the death to a medical emergency. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office reported on Wednesday that 41-year-old Hugo Mota, who had been incarcerated since March 10, passed away at St. Joseph Hospital on Monday afternoon. According to the sheriff’s office, Mota experienced a medical emergency in his cellblock, prompting medical personnel to move him to the clinic while performing life-saving measures. Despite these efforts, Mota was pronounced dead at the hospital. In line with state law,…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Despite concerns from local residents and school officials, it wasn’t until Action 13 intervened that leaning trees blocking a roadway were scheduled for removal. Hurricane Beryl left its mark on a northeast Harris County neighborhood, with large debris piles and trees leaning precariously over the road as evidence of the storm’s impact. Meghan Kolacmy, a concerned resident, warned, “It could kill somebody, honestly. It really could. That’s a big tree.” She had been trying to get the trees removed for a month, worried about the safety of her children. “It looks like it’s nice and fun…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Residents of a northwest Harris County subdivision are reeling after the body of a newborn baby boy was discovered in the back of a garbage truck. The body was found around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday in the 13200 block of Fountaincrest Court, located in the Chimney Hill subdivision. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the baby was estimated to be between one day and 30 days old. “The sanitation workers had begun repacking the trash when they found the infant at the bottom of the trash can,” said Sgt. Sidney Miller. Cheryl Boen, who lives nearby,…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The man accused of leading police on a chase that resulted in the death of Carrie Mitchell might still be in custody if a 2022 charge against him had not been dismissed, according to court records. Joseph Jebbia is currently charged with murder for the fatal incident involving Mitchell, who was waiting for a bus along the North Freeway service road when Jebbia’s vehicle struck and killed her. The key question now is why Jebbia was out driving if he had a pending charge. Court records reviewed by reveal that Jebbia was charged in 2022 with…
