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Houston's weather will be unsettled with rain and possible thunderstorms, with a 50% and 90% chance of precipitation today and Thursday, respectively. Sunny conditions return Friday.
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A man was shot dead in Houston after recently moving from Louisiana; his identity and motive for the shooting are unclear, and police seek public assistance.
Houston faces a weather shift with foggy mornings and potential for strong storms later in the week, including chances of precipitation and thunderstorms.
Texas City police are investigating after a 43-year-old man was found dead in a fountain at the Showboat Pavilion; no evidence of foul play was reported.
A man was fatally struck by a pickup truck on North Freeway in Houston; police do not suspect the driver, who returned to the scene, was under the influence.
One person died and another was injured in a house fire in Houston's Fifth Ward. Firefighters responded after 1:30 a.m.; further details are pending investigation.
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NWAP settled for nearly $1 million over claims of False Claims Act and Stark Law violations related to Medicare reimbursements and bonuses tied to lab referrals.
A fire caused $30,000 in damages to a Brays Oaks townhome, but no injuries were reported, with 46 Houston firefighters responding promptly to extinguish the blaze.
Houston Police arrested Michael Green for a shooting at 10250 Lands End Drive; he's charged with aggravated assault. The victim is in critical condition.
Houston anticipates varying weather with clear skies and a chilly 50-degree forecast, turning into a wet, warmer weekend with rain and possible flooding.
Food & Drinks in ...
Thirteen Houston chefs and restaurants are James Beard Award semifinalists, with six competing for Best Chef: Texas, reflecting the city's diverse and evolving culinary scene.
Woman dies in a wrong-way collision with an 18-wheeler in Harris County, with intoxication possibly playing a role.
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Houston METRO suspends bus services due to extreme winter conditions, with limited METRORail operation, and prioritizes safety amid icy roads and forecasted snowfall.
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