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Houston anticipates stormy weather with occasional calm as Labor Day approaches, with varying chances of rain throughout the weekend and better conditions expected after the holiday.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A woman in pink scrubs is sought for alleged credit card fraud involving a stolen Dewalt Generator and Pressure Washer from Home Depot, as reported by Precinct 4 on Facebook.
The U.S. Attorney's Office reported 356 immigration-related charges in South Texas in the final week of August, under initiatives targeting illegal reentry and related offenses.
Houston's Labor Day weekend forecast includes a mix of sun and storms, with a 70% chance of rain and thunderstorms later in the day. A weak cold front may affect outdoor plans but promises some cooling.
Community & Society in ...
Houston is remembered for its compassion and support to over 200,000 New Orleans evacuees after Hurricane Katrina, with the Astrodome becoming a refuge and symbol of the city's resilience and humanity.
The KOGGC and its leaders are facing federal charges for human trafficking and fraud, with leaders arrested in multiple states and the DOJ asserting commitment to pursuing justice.
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Texas motorists see gas prices at $2.81 per gallon ahead of Labor Day, lower than last year, with air travel busy at DFW Airport and road congestion expected during peak times.
Two Harris County deputies were injured by a suspected drunk driver; the driver faces charges, and the corporal is hospitalized with a long recovery ahead.
A Houston stash house operator, Junior Morales-Chutan, was sentenced to 48 months in prison for his role in a human smuggling operation involving kidnapping for ransom.
A suspect, James Brown, was arrested for the fatal stabbing of Joshua Hampton in Houston. Brown faces murder charges after Hampton was found dead on Pickfair Street.
Man with prior indecency arrests, Rodney Bowers, was detained by deputies on Mueschke Road after a welfare check revealed an active felony warrant. His bond is set at $50,000.
Three workers died from a hydrogen sulfide gas leak during sewer repair operations in Trinity County. The gas was contained, and the shelter-in-place order lifted. The companies involved are responding to the tragedy.
Constable's office seeks two suspects for a July 22 theft at Circle K on Telge Road involving a diversion and theft of cash and cigarettes worth over $2,000. Public help is requested.
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