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Top Houston news: Driver calls parents after killing pedestrian; shop target of several thefts; more

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Published on December 17, 2019
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Here's the most recent top news you may have missed in Houston.

22-year-old driver calls parents – not 911 – after killing pedestrian near Spring, deputies say

A Houston-area man could face a serious charge after hitting and killing a pedestrian Sunday night after he drove away and called his parents before alerting authorities, police say.

Read the full story on Chron.com from the Houston Chronicle.

Apparent child sexual predator goes viral on Youtube, police say more victims possible

Police say it appears there are more victims, after they obtained a video of a man at a Houston Walmart apparently trying to meet a 14-year-old boy for sex. 

Read the full story on FOX 26 Houston.

Mexican consulate moving to southwest Houston to make way for downtown freeway rebuild

State transportation officials approved the swap of land in Midtown, where I-69 will be depressed as part of a highway redesign, for three acres near Beltway 8 and Richmond.

Read the full story on Houston Chronicle.

Montrose gelato shop has been the target of same thieves several times

Sweet Cup Gelato is a Houston brand that’s developed a loyal customer base in the last few years.

Read the full story on KPRC2/Click2Houston.

Mercury spills could have happened as early as Friday, health department says

A possible contamination is also being investigated at a convenience store located at 1212 West Sam Houston Parkway.

Read the full story on KHOU 11 News.


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