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‘Really want Halloween to be more accessible’ | Houston teen collects Halloween costumes for children in need

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“I think giving back has given me a lot of joy, a lot of humbleness,” BJ Rottinghaus told us. The Memorial High senior started a Y’alloween non-profit 4 years ago. HOUSTON — For families struggling financially or otherwise, something as simple as Halloween can be out of reach. That’s why a west Houston teen started … Read more

‘A dream come true’ | Valerie Frausto officially confirmed as first female chief in SAFD’s history

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“I think a lot of the improvements are procedural. Communication and transparency, that’s really going to be our focus,” Frausto explained. SAN ANTONIO — Friday, Nov. 1 marks what the city of San Antonio considers a reset for the San Antonio Fire Department.  On Thursday, San Antonio city council officially confirmed Valerie Frausto as the … Read more

Warriors’ Green says he’s still among the best defenders along with Wembanyama; Ex-Spur believes Wemby is better off playing for Popovich

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“Don’t forget about Dray. I wanna be in that conversation,” said Draymond Green. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Spurs‘ Victor Wembanyama and OKC’s Chet Holmgren are considered among the league’s top defenders, but Warriors’ Draymond Green reminds everyone that he is still playing. “I spent all summer listening to people talk about Chet and Wemby … Read more

Houston woman assaulted with club will be ‘disabled’ after attack, family says

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“He has been making threats towards my daughter, they weren’t dating, this wasn’t a boyfriend or anything, it was someone she rejected,” Shameka Fortner said. HOUSTON — A Houston mom said the man who allegedly stalked and beat her daughter is on the run. On Sept. 29, the victim, 31-year-old Javoni, was dropped off by … Read more