Houston’s win and Seattle’s loss mean a new division leader. ATLANTA — Jose Altuve hit a two-run home run and Jeremy Peña homered and doubled to help the Houston Astros complete a three-game sweep of the Texas Rangers with a 5-2 win Wednesday night. The victory coupled with Seattle’s loss to Kansas City moves the Astros … Read more
The monthly presentations cover topics requested by community members, ranging from mental health concerns to crime statistics. BEAUMONT, Texas — Beaumont Police Officer Cesar Beattie is working to connect with the city’s Hispanic community through monthly Spanish-language presentations that address concerns and build trust between law enforcement and residents. Officer Beattie, a member of the … Read more
As the Rodriguez family looks to the community for financial assistance, you can be a hero for Hero. PORTLAND, Texas — Eight-year-old Hero Rodriguez has lived up to his name since the day he was born. RELATED: Ingleside sixth grader inspires after surviving multiple heart surgeries Hero was diagnosed with Ebstein’s Anomaly, a rare congenital … Read more
A Houston police officer died in a crash while conducting a traffic escort in East Texas. ANDERSON COUNTY, Texas — A Houston police officer was hit and killed Wednesday afternoon while performing a traffic escort in East Texas, according to the Houston Police Department. The crash occurred around 4:20 p.m. in Anderson County when Senior Police … Read more
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
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
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