Following a drive-by shooting that left families and children injured outside a Fort Worth apartment complex, five individuals are now in custody. The incident occurred at the Miramar Apartments on the Las Vegas Trail on May 1. According to an arrest affidavit, 18-year-old Hayden Bates-Vellmure allegedly orchestrated the shooting as retaliation against a man who had threatened him for his involvement with the mother of the man’s child. However, instead of hitting the intended target, the gunfire primarily struck children. Bates-Vellmure, along with 18-year-old Allan Gilbert, 17-year-old Jamal Piper, 20-year-old Jordan Jackson, and 19-year-old Patrick Biscoe, face multiple charges, including…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
Michael Linsangan’s classroom at Dallas ISD’s Young Women’s STEAM Academy at Balch Springs resembles an art gallery, with every available surface adorned with his students’ creations. Sixth grader Brissa Mejia proudly pointed out her tile painting adorning the ceiling, depicting Mickey and Minnie Mouse sharing a kiss. Linsangan, affectionately known as ‘Mr. L’ by his students, discovered his passion for drawing during his own middle school years, coinciding with his family’s relocation from the Philippines in pursuit of better opportunities. Reflecting on his journey, Linsangan credits his mother as the driving force behind his career path and dedication to teaching…
Family and friends remembered Anthony Ray Johnson, Jr., as a sincere individual who always had a bright smile on his face. Despite battling schizophrenia, he was described as a loving brother who frequently penned letters to his older sister and nephew. During his funeral and memorial service, his sister Janell Johnson read aloud one of the heartfelt letters he had written to his nephew on his sixth birthday, expressing his aspirations for the young boy and acknowledging his own personal growth through the experience of being an uncle. Tragically, just a week prior to the funeral, the family watched footage…
Over the past few weeks, some 900,000 people have fled Northern Gaza and the southern Gaza city of Rafah. Some North Texas doctors and nurses returned to share their experiences of what it was like treating patients on the ground. These doctors and nurses now share a common experience. “I’m not sure how many words can do justice to the atrocities I witnessed in Gaza,” said Yasser Arain, a doctor who specializes in pediatric medicine. Ameerah Muhammad, an ER and trauma nurse in Dallas, said nothing could’ve prepared her. “We were suturing deep wounds with children with no anesthetic with…
The inaugural TwoGether Land 2024 Festival is set to transform Dallas’s historic Fair Park into a vibrant hub of music, food, and cultural celebration over the Memorial Day weekend. Featuring an impressive lineup of headliners such as Lil Wayne, Summer Walker, The Dream, and Jeezy, along with local favorites curated by K104 radio personality Hollyhood Bay Bay, the festival promises an unforgettable experience for attendees. Highlighting Dallas’s dynamic music scene, performances by artists like Big Tuck, Erica Banks, Yella Beezy, and Dorrough will add to the festival’s allure. In addition to live music, the festival will feature a podcast stage…
Today marks the solemn anniversary of the tragic massacre at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, which occurred two years ago. During the horrific incident, two teachers and 19 fourth-grade students lost their lives, making it the deadliest mass shooting in Texas history. To honor the memory of the victims, families gathered for an emotional vigil in Uvalde on Friday night. The ceremony included the reading of each victim’s name followed by survivors lighting candles in their honor. Musical performances, poetry, and speeches by victims’ families added to the poignant atmosphere. Brett Cross, father of Uziyah Garcia, urged everyone to cherish their…
Rainfall in North Texas, with over 21 inches recorded at DFW Airport, has led to some lakes reaching or nearing capacity, resulting in closures at lakeside parks just ahead of the holiday weekend. Among the affected areas is Tickey Creek Park on Lavon Lake, where flooding conditions have prompted closure notices. Despite the desire of some, like nearby resident Debbi McClellan, to visit the park, access has been restricted due to safety concerns. According to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Lavon Lake, like many others in the region, is currently at full capacity, a significant increase from its 84%…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Minute Maid Park has been selected as one of the venues for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, bringing the event to Houston for the first time. The announcement, made on Wednesday, places Houston alongside other host sites including LoanDepot Park in Miami, Florida, Tokyo Dome in Japan, and Hiram Bithorn Stadium in San Juan, Puerto Rico. “We are excited and honored to be hosting World Baseball Classic matchups for the first time,” said Astros owner and chairman Jim Crane. “Houston is a global city with the best baseball fans, and we are proud to welcome fans…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — During last week’s storm, a Houston attorney hunkered down in his heavily damaged car in downtown, capturing everything on his dash camera. Michael Lombardino, a partner at Haynes Boone, shared the harrowing video exclusively with Eyewitness News. “It was the scariest thing that’s ever happened to me,” Lombardino recounted. He had just left his office when it started drizzling. However, after only a few blocks, the weather took a sudden and dangerous turn. “A wall of wind and water just came out of nowhere and hit me,” Lombardino said. He turned onto Louisiana Street and parked…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The suspect in one of the most disturbing murders caught on camera appeared in court on Friday. A judge set the bond for Karon Fisher at $900,000, after the state initially requested $2 million. According to court documents, Fisher is identified as a man, but police stated that Fisher identifies as a woman. The Houston Police Department reported that Fisher ran over Steven Anderson twice as he walked to check his mailbox. The graphic video footage shows Fisher kissing Anderson’s limp body before stabbing him multiple times. Anderson died at the scene. The Harris County District…
