After spending two weeks in the hospital, three-year-old Me’chelle Kinney, also known as ‘Meme’, has been discharged from Cook Children’s Medical Center. Meme sustained serious injuries when a bullet pierced her liver and punctured her right kidney during an incident outside Miramar Apartments on May 1. Dontee Kinney, Meme’s father, shared the news of her discharge during a call for action at New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church, where families affected by the shooting gathered to speak out against gun violence. Marquita Devereux, whose 14-year-old son Noah was among the injured minors, expressed the trauma experienced by the children and…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
The upcoming match between boxing icon Mike Tyson and YouTuber Jake Paul is generating significant buzz, marking one of the most intriguing matchups in recent times. Their highly-anticipated bout, set to take place in Arlington this summer, drew a large crowd to Texas Live for a promotional event on Thursday night. Prior to the event, eager fans lined up outside the venue, showcasing the immense interest surrounding the fight. Inside, the audience’s reaction made it clear who the fan favorite was: Jake Paul was met with boos, while Mike Tyson received a warm welcome. Tyson, known for his straightforward approach,…
Among the regions in Texas bracing for severe storms on Thursday, Kaufman County found itself under a flood watch, eliciting concern among residents still reeling from recent flooding. Jim Collinsworth, pastor of Becker Methodist Church, recounted the inundation their 134-year-old building endured just three weeks prior. Water seeped into the structure, reaching up to eight inches high, leaving behind visible silt and damage to the foundation. Now facing extensive repairs, including replacing flooring and stabilizing the tilting foundation, Collinsworth acknowledged the challenges ahead for their relatively small congregation. Alicia Hinkle, a resident displaced by flooding in October, shared her family’s…
Amid allegations of misconduct, demands for the resignation of Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles are intensifying. The latest controversy revolves around a Spectrum News report accusing Miles of diverting funds to charter schools located out of state. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has committed to conducting an investigation. Miles, appointed to his position by TEA Commissioner Mike Morath, has expressed openness to the investigation and hopes for clarity for the HISD community. The unfolding events have galvanized concerned parents and students, such as Jessica Campos, who voiced frustrations over perceived issues within the district. Meanwhile, the uproar over Miles comes…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — All eastbound lanes of Highway 90 are currently closed near Sheldon Road in east Harris County as authorities investigate a fatal accident. Preliminary reports from Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez suggest that a vehicle struck a pedestrian in the 2000 block of the Crosby Freeway. Sadly, the pedestrian succumbed to their injuries at the scene. The driver of the vehicle remained at the location of the incident. To facilitate the investigation, traffic is being redirected off the freeway at the Sheldon Road exit. Motorists are encouraged to seek alternate routes to avoid delays in the area.…
HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A visiting judge from Bexar County has ruled that a new election must be held for one of Harris County’s criminal court judges. In the November 2022 election for the 180th District Court Judge, incumbent Judge DeSean Jones defeated his Republican opponent, Tami C. Pierce, by a margin of 449 votes. Pierce filed a civil suit against Jones in January 2023, alleging that the narrow margin was due to “improper and likely illegal votes that render the purported outcome incorrect and invalid,” as stated in her lawsuit. Pierce was among 21 Republican candidates who filed…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — StopTxDotI45, a local group, is urging the City of Houston to refrain from selling a portion of land near downtown intended for TxDOT’s I-45 expansion project. Next week, the city council will decide whether to sell 2.99 acres along White Oak Bayou to TxDOT for $261,051.00. This stretch of the bayou includes trails and sits across from the University of Houston-Downtown near Milam and Commerce. Chloe Cook, a member of Stop TxDotI45, told ABC13 that the entire project is detrimental to Houston. “There are numerous downsides to urban freeway expansion and very few benefits for almost…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The severe storms that swept through Houston have created potentially hazardous conditions for commuters as they head into Friday. With debris scattered across roadways, downed power lines, and traffic lights out of operation, drivers should exercise caution. Eyewitness News documented the aftermath of the destructive thunderstorms that battered southeast Texas on Thursday. In downtown Houston, shards of glass littered the streets on Dallas near Louisiana, a result of powerful winds that blew out windows in numerous high-rise buildings. Additionally, strong gusts uprooted two trees on Vine Street, narrowly missing a man’s truck. Given the presence of…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Severe thunderstorms wreaked havoc on the Houston area on Thursday, shattering windows in high-rise buildings, toppling trees, and causing power outages for nearly a million homes and businesses. In the immediate aftermath of the storm, the mayor’s office confirmed four fatalities attributable to the severe weather. The ferocious storm left downtown streets strewn with debris, including shattered glass and building materials. Street lights and signs hung precariously from wires, while sections of insulation blown from buildings littered sidewalks. Among the affected buildings was the downtown Hyatt hotel, where guests and staff sought shelter as rain and…
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — In response to extensive damage throughout Houston, HISD has collaborated with the City of Houston to shut down all campuses on Friday, May 17. Schools are scheduled to resume regular operations on Monday, May 20th. Further school closures, if any, will be added to the list below as announcements are made.
