‘We grieve this tremendous loss’ | Longtime Houston firefighter dies following on-duty medical emergency

Houston firefighter Stephen Scott died from complications after a medical emergency while transporting a patient. HOUSTON — A Houston firefighter who suffered a medical emergency while transporting a patient has died, according to the Houston Fire Department. On Sunday, Stephen Scott of Station 102 was in the process of transporting a patient to HCA Kingwood … Read more

On-duty Houston Police officer killed in Anderson County crash

Senior Police Officer Alex Roberts was conducting a traffic escort on a motorcycle when he was struck by another vehicle, according to Houston PD. ANDERSON COUNTY, Texas — Anderson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a Houston Police officer was involved in a fatal head-on collision Wednesday evening. The crash occurred on Hwy. 287 in … Read more

New database system aims to improve healthcare access in Nueces County

A soon-to-launch tool gives hospitals and clinics real-time data on community health, helping providers prioritize care and apply for funding. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A new database system is helping keep healthcare workers in the loop about who needs attention and who gets top priority. Packed with months of data from healthcare partners, the soon-to-be-launched … Read more

Career expo brings thousands of South Texas students to Robstown

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Thousands of students from across South Texas gathered at the Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds on Wednesday for the You! Choose Career Expo, an event aimed at connecting young people with opportunities in the region. More than 47 schools bused in students to learn about careers in fields ranging from technology … Read more

Houston-area teen athlete fighting heat stroke complications shows amazing turnaround

Teen football player Jarvis Spires astounds doctors with recovery from severe heat stroke, set to leave ICU. HOUSTON — A 17-year-old Cy-Fair ISD football standout who has been fighting for his life since suffering a severe heat stroke in July is now defying all odds, according to his doctors. Jarvis Spires, a rising senior with … Read more

Austin Community College tackles student housing insecurity with new partnership

ACC has teamed up with Housing Connector, a nonprofit that connects people to vacant units in the city, while also helping landlords fill empty apartments. AUSTIN, Texas — Austin Community College is rolling out new support for students struggling to find a place to live, partnering with a housing nonprofit to connect them with more … Read more