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Rice University contests a "D" rating from the ADL on handling antisemitism, planning to provide additional information to reflect the campus's Jewish life and efforts against hate.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Montgomery County man was arrested for alleged child sexual assault after detectives posed as the victim online and found child pornography at his home.
Tyreq Sanders was arrested by Harris County officials for the murder of Gary Houston. A separate incident involved a multi-vehicle crash which might include a shooting victim.
Politics & Govt in ...
HISD considers a multi-billion dollar bond for school improvements, amid community concerns over engagement and distrust in the state-appointed board.
Deputies arrested Lathaniel Dalcour, a wanted felon, during a traffic stop for an open warrant and possession of marijuana and an illegal firearm. His bond was set at $9,000.
Siblings testified against Brian Coulter in his trial for the murder of their brother, Kendrick Lee, detailing life with his remains and enduring neglect.
DHS employee Christopher Washington Toral was indicted for laundering nearly $700,000 which he allegedly believed was drug money. He faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Houston Public Works reports a significant wastewater spill at 69th Street Treatment Plant due to heavy rain, affecting Buffalo Bayou but not the city's drinking water.
Former Cy-Fair High School teacher Kayden Burbank is charged with having an improper relationship with a 15-year-old student, as revealed by incriminating text messages.
Detectives in Houston are investigating the fatal shooting of a 23-year-old woman named Diamond Thornton at an apartment complex, with no known motive or suspects yet.
Brian Coulter's trial for the murder of 8-year-old Kendrick Lee began today, with accusations of extreme neglect of Kendrick's siblings also surfacing.
An 18-wheeler accident on North Freeway near Airtex sent two to the hospital and disrupted traffic, with emergency services and TxDOT responding for cleanup and repairs.
A former Texas prison employee, Justin Gonzalez, is charged with taking bribes to smuggle contraband into a federal institution. He faces up to 15 years in prison and a $250,000 fine if convicted.
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