Governor Greg Abbott has announced his leadership of an economic development mission to Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan, organized by the Governor’s Economic Development & Tourism Office and the Texas Economic Development Corporation. During this trip, Governor Abbott plans to engage with leading businesses and government officials to garner support for industries crucial to the global economy’s future. This initiative marks Governor Abbott’s continued efforts in economic development, following previous missions to Cuba, France, India, Israel, Japan, Mexico, and the United Kingdom since assuming office. In recent endeavors, Governor Abbott successfully signed economic development agreements between Texas and France, as…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
Hurricane Beryl has crossed the Yucatan Peninsula of Mexico, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Among those affected were Stae and Wallace Hall of Fort Worth, who were vacationing there when the storm hit. “The rain was blowing diagonally, and it was so loud,” described Stae Hall of Fort Worth. Beryl caused significant damage and knocked out power at their resort. Wallace Hall noted, “There were trees pushed over, and certain areas experienced heavy flooding. Some pathways were blocked off due to the flooding.” Now, Hurricane Beryl is headed towards South Texas, potentially bringing similar damage there. “Like…
A day at South Padre Island turned into a nightmare for Tabatha Sullivent, who was attacked by a shark as she waded in the water. Video footage captured the harrowing scene of her being pulled from the ocean with part of her leg missing, while the shark circled nearby. Reflecting on the incident with NBC News, Sullivent, originally from Celina, described her shock at experiencing a shark attack. She was one of four individuals who encountered the same 6-foot-long shark on July 4. “I just thought it was a big fish, so I went to kick it away. And at…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Lionel Messi is set to make his return to the lineup for Argentina against Ecuador in the Copa America at NRG Stadium on Thursday night. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, recognized as the world’s best soccer player, has been dealing with a persistent injury. Recent reports from Argentine media indicate that Messi is now fit and ready to play. Back in 2016 at NRG Stadium, Messi played a pivotal role with a stunning curling free kick as Argentina defeated the United States in the Copa America. In 2022, Messi secured Argentina’s first World Cup title in…
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A well-known TikTok personality woke to discover that his truck and bass fishing boat had been stolen from his brother’s driveway in Tomball on Thursday morning. Garrett Walters, who boasts over 360,000 followers on TikTok for his bass fishing adventures, had driven with his girlfriend Lauren from Alabama to the Houston area, arriving around 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. They parked their truck and boat in his brother’s driveway in the Amira neighborhood near the Grand Parkway and Mueschke before settling in for the night. “At around 5 or 5:45 this morning, my girlfriend woke me…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The parents of a 22-year-old man found dead in Buffalo Bayou are seeking public assistance as they seek clarity surrounding their son’s tragic death. Kenneth Cutting Jr.’s body was discovered in the bayou near Swiney Street in the Fifth Ward. According to his parents, Kenneth Cutting Sr. and Tiffanie Bruno, Cutting Jr. had gone to Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar on Friday night with his two roommates. They left the bar around midnight. Around 2 a.m., Cutting Sr. received a text from one of his son’s roommates stating that Cutting Jr. had become highly intoxicated and “went…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Houston’s diversity brings a wide range of thoughts and emotions about the Fourth of July. While many celebrate the holiday, it can evoke mixed feelings amid the current divisive climate in our country. Freedom, liberty, and independence hold different meanings for different people. Some Houstonians told that given the polarizing state of the country, it doesn’t feel like a time to celebrate. Others are focusing on spending time with friends and family. Andy Luu, celebrating the Fourth of July for the first time with both sides of his family in Pearland, shared that the holiday is…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Authorities are investigating a shooting involving a Harris County deputy that occurred on Thursday, according to the sheriff’s office. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez shared details of the incident around 3:10 p.m. on X, formerly known as Twitter. Deputies were responding to a disturbance call outside a gas station on FM 1960 near Ella Boulevard when a deputy shot a 47-year-old man. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office reported that the suspect was accused of pointing a weapon at random people. Asst. Chief Tommy Diaz stated that upon arrival, the suspect grabbed a pistol from his waistband and allegedly…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A popular western wear store that has been a staple in Houston for two decades has reopened its doors after an unexpected closure in June. Pinto Ranch welcomed customers back to both their Houston and Dallas stores on Friday. The store’s former owner, Guido Caranti, recently sold the business in an effort to save it. “We understand there was uncertainty about Pinto Ranch’s reopening, but we worked diligently with the previous owner to preserve this iconic Texas brand. We are excited to announce the reopening of our Dallas and Houston locations and to welcome back our…
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A Harris County public defender now finds himself in need of legal representation as he awaits his court date. Douglas Evans, 35, faces charges of driving while intoxicated and evading arrest after leading Harris County deputies on a chase Thursday night. Investigators told that, fortunately, no one was injured during the high-speed chase in northwest Harris County. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Evans led deputies on a 10.3-mile chase, reaching speeds of 110 mph on US 290. Deputies attempted to stop Evans on US 290 at State Highway 99 for speeding and reckless…
