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Prairie View coach Tremaine Jackson shakes up coaching staff
When a team expected to compete for championships sits at 2-5 overall and 2-2 in SWAC play, with two back-to-back league losses, something clearly has to give. That give came Monday morning when second-year Prairie View head coach Tremaine Jackson announced changes to his coachin...
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Harris County prosecutors are investigating ICE auto-pedestrian incident in Houston
Miguel Parra-Hernandez underwent surgery after he was struck by an ICE vehicle on Saturday, allegedly breaking his leg and ankle. His attorney said she was denied a confidential meeting with him....
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Houston weather: Scattered downpours possible on Tuesday
Afternoon highs Tuesday through Thursday will remain in the low 90s. Humidity is also elevated with feels like temperatures in the low 100s. Scattered downpours will continue Tuesday, especially during the afternoon with lower rain chances Wednesday....
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I-10 HOV connector closure means detours for METRO riders, potentially longer commutes
Some METRO riders are catching an earlier bus as a lengthy closure of the I-10 HOV connector between the Katy Freeway and downtown Houston changes their daily commute. The connector closed Friday night, Oct. 9, for demolition and reconstruction. The eastbound connector is expecte...
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Hurricane Isaias could mean higher insurance deductibles for Southeast Texas homeowners
While Hurricane Isaias battered Florida and Alabama, Southeast Texas homeowners may not be off the hook. Board Certified insurance trial lawyer Hunter Klein, with Green, Klein, Wood and Jones law firm says residents in the Houston area could see higher out-of-pocket costs when th...
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Houston Filipino Street Festival brings food, music and fireworks to Sugar Land
The Houston Filipino Street Festival returns to Constellation Field in Sugar Land on Oct. 17 with Filipino food, live entertainment, family-friendly activities — and this year, the festivities will end with fireworks. Now in its ninth year, the festival celebrates Filipino Americ...
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Harris County D.A. launches independent investigation into weekend incident involving ICE vehicle
The Harris County District Attorney's Office has announced they've launched an independent investigation into Saturday's incident involving an ICE vehicle....
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Looking for affordable housing in Houston? Here’s what to consider
Buying a home in the Houston area doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. But with affordability top of mind for buyers, knowing where to look and understanding the full cost of homeownership can make a significant difference. Realtor Nicole Handy with Braden Real Estate Group recently joined KPR...
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Mercedes recalls over 30,000 of its most expensive models
A new recall from Mercedes-Benz covers tens of thousands of the carmaker’s most expensive models, ones that would have likely sold for six-figure sums when new.