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  • ‘Terrible accident:’ Uber driver runs over, kills one-year-old girl, family beats driver up

    ‘Terrible accident:’ Uber driver runs over, kills one-year-old girl, family beats driver up

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    ALDINE, Texas – A one-year-old girl is dead after an Uber driver ran over the child after dropping her off with family members.

    The accident happened around 12:40 p.m. on Sunday in the parking lot of an apartment complex along Waverly Drive in Aldine.

    The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says the Uber driver dropped off the passengers, including three adults and a one-year-old girl.

    As the adults walked towards the apartment complex and out of the vehicle’s pathway, the toddler was walking in front of the gray Volkswagen SUV.

    “When the Uber driver saw the female adult clear at a couple of feet, he began driving forward to turn around, accidentally rolling over the child,” said Lt. K Benoit of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

    The family tried rescuing the girl and driving her to the hospital. They flagged down an emergency vehicle nearby, which then took the girl to the hospital where she later died.

    In the moments after the child was run over, family members opened the SUV’s doors and assaulted the driver.

    “He’s in serious condition. You know, non-life threatening, but serious,” Benoit said.

    Hearing the commotion outside, neighbors started walking out on their porches to see what was happening. This includes Simya Washington, who’s security camera captured the entire incident unfold.

    “I just heard a lot of commotion outside, and I just came outside, and I just seen, like, blood and a baby laying on the ground,” Washington said. “It was just so traumatic, because I was just thinking about my baby, you know, my son or anybody else kids it was just so, I couldn’t do, I couldn’t even.”

    The driver is being treated for his injuries.

    Meanwhile, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office has not filed any charges against either the driver or those who assaulted him.

    “At this time, no charges have been filed,” Benoit said. “But however, it is still under investigation. There could be charges a couple of different ways.”

    The driver has been identified as Muhammad Khan. The identity of the girl has not yet been released.

    Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.

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  • Angleton advised to prepare for severe storms Saturday night

    Angleton advised to prepare for severe storms Saturday night

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    ANGLETON, Texas – After the Houston area faced severe weather Friday evening, the City of Angleton is advising its citizens to prepare for another night of intense conditions.

    In a Facebook post shared Saturday evening, the City of Angleton Office of Emergency Management gave a timeline for the anticipated storms and an update on how officials expect the city to be impacted.

    The storms are supposed to start around midnight tonight and last as late as Sunday afternoon.

    The post acknowledged that many Angleton citizens are still without power after Friday’s storms.

    “We understand it is difficult without power, but [Texas-New Mexico Power] and the City of Angleton Office of Emergency Management are working to support our community,” the post read.

    The post also said that TNMP has two 6-man teams and 7 contractor teams working to restore power to the community. Even with that manpower, the issues with power likely won’t be fixed right away.

    “Due to the level of damage received, getting the proper supplies is taking some time, and they are making their way throughout town,” the post read.

    Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.

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  • Sugar Land man arrested after driving more than an hour to meet a child for sex

    Sugar Land man arrested after driving more than an hour to meet a child for sex

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    THE WOODLANDS – A Houston-area man is in police custody after being involved in a sting operation.

    Max T. Lambert, 62, was arrested by the Human Trafficking Unit of the Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office.

    He allegedly drove over an hour from his home in Sugar Land to The Woodlands with the intent of meeting someone he believed to be 14 years old.

    Lambert was charged with Online Solicitation of a Minor. He was also found be carrying a felonious quantity of Methamphetamine, as well as a prescription drug used to enhance sexual intercourse. He was also charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance.

    Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.

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  • Rain and hail pummel NRG Park sending rodeo-goers scrambling

    Rain and hail pummel NRG Park sending rodeo-goers scrambling

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    HOUSTON – Severe weather in the Houston area caused the rodeo to shut down temporarily, but many of the amenities are back up and running as rodeo fans brave the storms.

    The outdoor carnival stopped operations for a short while, but most of the smaller rides and attractions have resumed action since the weather has passed.

    Even with the happy ending, it was a wild scene just a short time ago. As is the case with many storms, the rain and thunder hit the rodeo out of nowhere. Attendees went from cautiously enjoying the festivities to scrambling inside for coverage in mere minutes.

    Amanda and Bianca, two rodeo attendees from Spring, were among a crowd of people that clambered underneath a tent when rain and hail began flooding the area.

    “It was crazy,” one of the two said. “We were all huddled under this tent, and we were all just kind of close together and leaning on each other. The hail was actually hitting us through the tents. It was insane.”

    Despite the harsh conditions, the two are still pumped to see the Jonas Brothers tonight, and they should be! The concert will likely not be impacted by the storms, as it will take place indoors at NRG Stadium.

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  • A United Airlines plane external panel discovered missing after Oregon flight

    A United Airlines plane external panel discovered missing after Oregon flight

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    A section of a United Airlines aircraft was discovered missing upon inspection Friday afternoon in Southern Oregon, adding to a growing list of mishaps for the airline.

    United Airlines Flight 433 took off from San Francisco and successfully landed 90 minutes later at Rogue Valley International Airport in Medford, Ore., at 11:53 a.m.

    Airport personnel noticed a “piece from the underside of the plane,” a Boeing 737-800, was missing upon a routine postflight inspection, Airport Director Amber Judd told The Times.

    “Our airport operations were paused briefly so that we could conduct a runway safety check to look for debris,” Judd said. “We did not find anything.”

    Judd said the plane landed safely and all 139 passengers and six crew members exited without an issue.

    The flight was scheduled to continue to Denver, but was initially delayed 3 hours and 35 minutes before eventually being canceled.

    “It’s my understanding that most passengers were aware of the delay and the circumstances, although there were probably some that didn’t know,” Judd said.

    United Airlines in a statement Friday said the aircraft’s crew did not declare an emergency to airport personnel as “there was no indication of the damage during flight.”

    “After the aircraft was parked at the gate, it was discovered to be missing a panel,” United’s statement read. “We’ll conduct a thorough examination of the plane and perform all needed repairs before it returns to service.”

    The airlines also said it would conduct an investigation.

    Judd said the plane was an older 737-8 and not one of the Boeing Max aircrafts that have received scrutiny in January after a door panel blew off an Alaska Airlines flight that left Portland, Ore.

    Nonetheless, four Boeing planes operated by United have suffered incidents over the last two weeks.

    A Boeing spokesperson referred all questions to United Airlines regarding the airline’s fleet and operation.

    On Monday, a San Francisco-bound United Airlines flight turned around two hours after leaving Sydney. The Boeing 777-300 aircraft returned due to a maintenance issue.

    Prior to that, a Boeing 777-200 operated by United Airlines made an emergency landing in Los Angeles after a tire fell off on March 7.

    There was also an emergency landing in Houston on March 4 after flames were spotted coming from a United Airlines Boeing 737-900ER. United confirmed the engine ingested bubble wrap.

    Four days later, a Boeing 737-8 Max rolled onto the grass near a runway in Houston upon landing, though no passengers were injured.

    United stressed their were no injuries in any of these incidents.

    “We take every safety event seriously and will investigate each of the incidents that occurred this month to understand what happened and learn from them,” the United statement said. “Much of this work is conducted together with the manufacturers, the FAA, and the NTSB as well as with the manufacturers of individual components.”

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  • Houston Police Union President talks about suspended incident reports and crime rate numbers

    Houston Police Union President talks about suspended incident reports and crime rate numbers

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    HOUSTON – The fallout continues over thousands of incident reports suspended due to the lack of personnel.

    “I think the credibility of previous statements by the city of Houston about ‘crime was going in the right direction,’ It’s been revealed that that was a spin,” Mayor John Whitmire said.

    The mayor addressed concerns with the city’s crime rate on the same day he announced who will oversee collecting data from police.

    KPRC2 Investigates first highlighted this problem earlier this month, and 2018 seems to be the year where there was a massive difference.

    In homicide cases, HPD reported 107 cases, however if you look at the numbers that were reported federally, it jumps up to 281—making a difference of 174.

    We compared numbers from other crimes that revealed a much higher calculation.

    On top of thousands of incident reports being suspended, Mayor John Whitmire is sounding the alarm about the city’s crime rate—something he says is being manipulated because of inaccurate reporting.

    KPRC2 Investigates was first reported the local and federal numbers the Houston Police Department provided to us and the National Incident -Based Reporting System also known as NIBRS. They don’t match.

    For aggravated assaults, HPD reports 4924 cases. However, 13,800 crimes were reported to NIBRS. That’s a difference of more than 8,000.

    For robbery, HPD reported 3649 crimes. More than 8,700 were reported to NIBRS, which signals a difference of 5,100.

    For motor vehicle thefts, HPD reports 4566 cases. 11,969 cases were reported to NIBRS. That difference is more than 7,400.

    I showed the numbers to Houston Police Officers Union President Douglas Griffith, who believes the difference in statistics in 2018 has to do with the reporting to NIBRS.

    “We used to deal with the Uniform Crime Report, and that was numbers that went to the FBI from every state, every department, that was supposed to send it to this clearinghouse, who then discerned what the stats were,” Griffith said. “We switched to NBIRS, and I will say that may have been in 2018, and the reporting standards are different than they were from the Uniform Crime Report. So, I believe that that could be a reason,” he said.

    Last week, Chief Troy Finner was asked about the NIBRS reports being off.

    “I don’t feel comfortable with any of the statistics,” Chief Finner said.

    “Understand, a lot of these numbers that are reported to the FBI are numbers that help us get federal grants. So, if our numbers are higher, we’re going to do better with federal grants,” Griffith said.

    More money is something the mayor wants for the department, as they tackle staffing issues and bring in a new panel to investigate how HPD handled the incident reports across the last eight years.

    “We need to find out why there is a difference and make sure that we’re all reporting properly to the FBI,” Griffith said.

    Former Police Chief Art Acevedo also weighing in tonight, saying he did nothing wrong during his time as Police Chief. That’s something else the panel could be weighing.

    Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.

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  • Mayor Whitmire Could Be Coming For 11th Street Next

    Mayor Whitmire Could Be Coming For 11th Street Next

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    After removing pedestrian and cycling updates to Houston Avenue due to alleged safety concerns, Houston Public Media is now reporting Mayor Whitmire’s next target could be the $2.4 million in controversial changes to 11th Street in the Heights.

    According to the report, the mayor’s office is reviewing the changes to the busy through street completed in 2023 that include bike lanes and safe crosswalks at several different intersections, particularly at Nicholson where the Heights hike and bike trail intersects with 11th. The project created some controversy as several businesses complained about how it would impact their establishments, but cycling and pedestrian advocates lauded the changes as adding additional protections for a busy neighborhood street.

    In addition, the project recently won an award as the 2024 In-House Project of the Year by the Texas chapter of the American Public Works Association. And despite initial complaints, a recent video interviewing residents and business owners in the Heights would seem to indicate that what was initially a concern has turned into something that is now fairly popular.

    Still, the Mayor’s office has decided to review the project.

    “Mayor Whitmire’s administration is evaluating the project’s effectiveness, overall impact and lessons learned,” [spokesperson Mary] Benton said. “The mayor has been very open about his concerns with the 11th Street project. What started out as a request for a safe crossing at Nicholson and 11th Street ended up a bike lane project that makes it difficult for emergency apparatus to maneuver and has negatively impacted a business. He is reviewing this along with other projects.”

    With the changes to Houston Avenue and this statement, it feels an awful lot like Mayor Whitmire’s concerns about safety and convenience extend only to cars and businesses. And given this reaction, it stands to reason that other potential projects that would increase pedestrian and cycling safety could be on the chopping block. Those include new sidewalks and bike paths currently under construction on Shepherd and Durham between I-10 and the North Loop, the planned updates to the Antoine Corridor, and even the bike upgrades to Patterson, intended to connect the White Oak hike and bike trails with Buffalo Bayou.

    Many of the projects under Whitmire’s scrutiny were initiated under former Mayor Sylvester Turner’s Vision Zero 2030 plan designed to reduce pedestrian and cyclist deaths. Now, there appears to be ample evidence the new administration is not just abandoning those plans, but perhaps attempting to reverse course.

    This despite the support of council members and commissioners as well as studies showing that bike lanes not only improve rider safety, but driver safety as well, the current administration seems hellbent on focusing almost solely on vehicular issues, while largely ignoring the safety of those not on four wheels. For a Mayor whose near singular message during his campaign was public safety, it appears the scope of that excludes a pretty broad swath of Houstonians.

    Over the last 25 years, Houston has managed to turn a corner in our region’s decades-long battle over transportation and how to effectively move millions of people around an increasingly congested city. Citizens have pushed back against the car-centric mentality that turned Houston into a concrete sprawl, demanding different and safer forms of transportation across the entire region. We sincerely hope it isn’t the current Mayor’s intention to takes a step backward to a time when the streets of Houston were a far more dangerous place for those not inside a car.

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  • ‘It’s devastating:’ Thieves steal pet ashes during Montrose vehicle break-in

    ‘It’s devastating:’ Thieves steal pet ashes during Montrose vehicle break-in

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    HOUSTON – Crooks that broke into a car parked outside a Montrose home stole more than just change and some electronics.

    Sonia Soto says among the items stolen by criminals last week were the ashes of her late dog, Mimosa.

    “What’s most frustrating is my dog had just passed away, and I just picked up her ashes and they took those ashes,” Soto told KPRC2′s Gage Goulding. “I don’t have children, so my dogs are my babies, and she was my baby.”

    Her pint-sized pup is one of her two best friends: her dogs.

    Mimosa, the dog’s whose remains were stolen from her owner’s vehicle during a burglary in Montrose. (Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

    Mimosa passed away, and Soto had her remains cremated. She picked them up just a day before they went missing last Saturday.

    She was working late at a home near the corner of Whitney and Fairview Streets in Montrose. When she woke up and got in the car for work, she noticed that someone else had been inside.

    “As I’m getting in my car, things don’t look right, and I realized my glove compartments open and things are askew,” she said.

    The vehicle was locked behind a gate at the home with no easy or quiet way to get in.

    Mimosa, the dog’s whose remains were stolen from her owner’s vehicle during a burglary in Montrose. (Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

    “Our pedestrian gate [makes a] pretty loud squeak,” she added. “The dogs were barking, but I thought they were just barking because we’re in Montrose, people are walking by.”

    Since this happened, she’s been searching every street and every sidewalk, looking for Mimosa’s remains.

    “I keep driving through the neighborhood, walking, looking to see if someone just tossed it once they realized what it was.”

    This is where you can help her. When a pet’s remains are cremated, they should have an ID tag included in the ashes, according to the International Association of Cemeteries and Crematories.

    “Each pet receives an identification tag immediately upon receipt at the cemetery. This tag stays with the pet form the time the pet is received until the cremains are returned to the owner,” the organization says on its website.

    That means if you find a wooden box with a small bag of what looks like ashes, they could be Mimosa’s.

    Mimosa, the dog’s whose remains were stolen from her owner’s vehicle during a burglary in Montrose. (Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

    “Bring back my baby’s ashes, please. It means a lot to me,” she said.

    That even includes the person who took them in the first place.

    Sonia: “I would be happy. I’d give them a reward.”

    Gage: “Really?”

    Sonia: “I would.”

    If you have any information that could help investigators, you can submit a tip to Crime Stoppers of Houston online or by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477).

    Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.

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  • Where to Enjoy Easter Sunday Brunch in Houston in 2024

    Where to Enjoy Easter Sunday Brunch in Houston in 2024

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    With Easter coming up on Sunday, March 31, it’s time to make your holiday brunch plans. These Houston restaurants are ready to make Easter special with classic plates and morning cocktails, egg hunts, live jazz, family-friendly brunch buffets, prix fixe affairs and more.

    Artisans, 5745 Westheimer
    The newly reopened Galleria-area restaurant will offer a five-course pre-fixe meal for $99 per person starting at 11 a.m. Indulge in French specialties such as corn chowder, savory crepess, filet mignon, lobster and beignets.

    Backstreet Cafe, 1103 South Shepherd
    The homegrown classic will offer a special three-course Easter brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring live jazz and courses such as chilled creamy artichoke soup, braised lamb shank, steak and eggs, and carrot cake. Cost is $56 per person, $16 per child, plus tax, gratuity and beverages.

    Brennan’s of Houston, 3300 Smith
    Reservations can be secured for one of three family-friendly Easter weekend gatherings by calling 713-522-9711. First up is a Brunch with the Bunny on Friday, March 29 with seatings from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., where families can get their picture with the Easter Bunny and enjoy a festive three-coursse brunch for $67++ per person. On Saturday, March 30, A Very Hoppy Brunch offers brunch alongside live bunnies from Boling Bunny Farms, with seatings from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Easter Sunday Brunch will feature a three-course meal of seasonal Creole fare for $72 per person, with seatings from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

    The Capital Grille    , multiple locations
    Enjoy chef-prepared brunch specials such a freshly baked blueberry bread, dry-aged NY strip and eggs, butter-poached lobster frittata and more. A children’s brunch menu will also be available.

    Caracol, 2200 Post Oak
    Caracol’s bounteous Sunday brunch buffet will be offered from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. this Easter, featuring brunch favorites, a carving station, seasonal plates and specialty Easter desserts. Cost is $55 per person, $15 per child, plus beverage, tax and gratuity.

    Cocody, 1971 West Gray
    In addition to its expansive brunch menu, Cocody will offer a three-course Easter menu for $95 per person, available from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Feature include pan-seared scallops served with english pea velouté, herb-crusted Colorado double lamb chops au jus with crispy pommes anna and glazed candied beets and Cocody Easter chocolate eggs.

    CRÚ, 2800 Kirby, 9595 Six Pines
    Enjoy a Napa-style wine country Easter Brunch with a la carte items and three-course prix fixe ($45) menu, plus $6 mimosas, bellinis and ciprianis along with discounted prices on Domaine Chandon Rose and Veuve Cliquot Yellow Label by the glass. Highlights include smoked salmon deviled egg toast, goat cheese beignet, crab cake benedict, steak and eggs, and butter toasted lemon pound cake. Brunch runs from 10 am to 3 pm.

    Dario’s Steakhouse & Seafood, 14315 Cypress Rose Hill
    Enjoy Easter Sunday brunch 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with eats from red snapper in brown butter sauce to steak and eggs Benedict.

    Eddie V’s, 2800 Kirby, 12848 Queensbury
    Enjoy a prix fixe two-course brunch menu from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with live music starting at 4 p.m. Highlight include warm apple cinnamon scone butter-poached Maine lobster quiche Florentine, steak and frittata, and Bloodys and Belliniss. A children’s brunch menu is available as well.

    Etoile Cuisine et Bar, 1101-11 Uptown Park
    Etoile Cuisine et Bar is celebrating Easter with a special brunch menu from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., available for  $68++ per adult and with a kid’s menu available for $32++. Dine on dishes such as spring vegetable risotto, smoked salmon eggs benedict and meyer lemon tarte with raspberry sorbet.

    Eugene’s Gulf Coast Cuisine, 1985 Welch
    Easter brunch runs from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with features including Boudin and Tasso Benedict, Shrimp and Grits and Eugene’s homemade French Toast. Folks can also meet the Easter Bunny from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

    Galiana’s Tex Mex & Agave Bar, 24110 US-290 #500
    Easter Sunday brunch runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with features from menudo to carne asada con huevos.

    Guard and Grace, 500 Dallas
    Enjoy brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with specials including “Churro” Monkey Bread, G&G Deviled Eggs, Crab Cake Benedict and Lobster Cavatelli.

    Hamsa, 5555 Morningside
    Hamsa has recently rolled out its Sunday brunch, offered from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Easter brunch dishes include lamb hummus, shakshuka, omelettes, lamb chops and Easter dessert specials in collaboration with Badolina Bakery. Kids brunch options are offered as well.

    Heights & Co., 1343 Yale
    The neighborhood spot invites guests to enjoy Easter Sunday on the patio, with an eggs benedict special in addition to its regular brunch menu and half-off bottles of bubbles and rose for the holiday. Brunch is offered from noon to 3 p.m.

    Hugo’s, 1600 Westheimer
    For Easter Sunday, Hugo’s will serve its famous Sunday brunch buffet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guests will find their usual brunch favorites as well as a carving station, some new seasonal items and specialty Easter desserts. Cost is $55 per person, $15 per child, plus beverage, tax and gratuity.

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    Easter Sunday brunch comes with a visit from the Easter Bunny at Hungry’s.

    Photo by Julie Soefer

    Hungry’s, 2356 Rice, 14714 Memorial
    The Easter Bunny will be hopping from table to table at both locations this Easter, while guests enjoy brunch specialties like the crab cake eggs Benedict, French omelet sandwich and chocolate chip waffles.

    Jane’s Dine Inn
    Chef Jane Wild will offer Easter Sunday brunch at her communal dining experience, with each table filled with baskets and platters inspired by seasonal ingredients from local farms. Cost is $95 per person with two drinks and there are two seatings available: 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m.

    Kenny & Ziggy’s, 1743 Post Oak
    The deli will be open and serving sky-scraping sandwiches, entree salads, smoked fish, comfort foods like stuffed cabbage and Hungarian goulash; and desserts from cheesecake to fresh-made cookies, cakes and pies.

    Marvino’s Italian Steakhouse, 24002 Northwest Freeway
    Enjoy Easter Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with options like classic eggs Benedict, fluffy French toast, chicken and waffle, mimosas and bloody Marys.

    Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa & Convention Center, 7 Hope
    Moody Garden’s Easter Sunday brunch buffet will be held in the Frances Anne Moody Ballroom, with reservations from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Enjoy breakfast classics; seafood, pasta and carving stations; holiday favorites like leg of lamb; and traditional cake and pies.

    Ouisie’s Table, 3939 San Felipe
    Ouisie’s special Easter Brunch menu will be a la carte, with reservations beginning at 10 a.m.

    Perry’s Steakhouse, multiple locations
    Perry’s will offer an Easter Sunday ham special, available from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. for $49. Enjoy a choice of pear salad or carrot-ginger soup followed by a sliced, double-smoked, triple-glazed ham served with whipped potatoes and green bean almondine. Add an additional serving of white chocolate cheesecake for an additional $9.

    Picos, 3601 Kirby
    Pico’s will be offering a special Easter brunch buffet featuring a chef’s carving station with belly porchetta, prime rib and picanha, a raw bar with oyster shooters, oysters on the half shell, ceviches and aguachiles; an omelet and waffle station; and dessert bar with Easter themed treats.

    Prego, 2520 Amherst
    Prego will be open at noon for brunch with its regular menu plus daily specials including veal chops, halibut and lamb chops.

    Rainbow Lodge, 2011 Ella
    The Lodge will be offering a special three-course Easter menu for $60 per person, plus beverage, tax and gratuity; with a $35 kids’ menu. Brunch highlights include fried green tomatoes with shrimp and crab salad, smoked duck gumbo, grilled spring lamb loin, rainbow trout, steak and eggs, and a seasonal dessert trio. Easter brunch will be served 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    Rockhouse, 6025 Richmond
    The Southern kitchen’s Bread & Butter buffet brunch runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with Easter specials prime rib, smoked oxtails, fried chicken and catfish, french toast and waffles alongside live music.

    Savoir and Patton’s, 1344 Yale
    From 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., guests are invited to partake in a curated three-course Easter Pre-Fixe menu at $45 per person. Choices include Vova Purgatorio, Beef Tartare, Beef Debris Benedict and Smoked Salmon Tartine, plus desserts including Cronut and Chocolate Tart. A two-course kids menu will also be available for $20.

    Seasons 52, multiple locations
    Seasons 52 is serving a la carte Easter Brunch featuring seasonal ingredients, offered in the dining room from 9 a.m to 2 p.m. Enjoy selections such as crab and cheddar quiche, apricot-glazed spiral ham and wood-grilled shrimp and grits. .

    State of Grace, 3258 Westheimer
    Open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (with a special visit from the Easter Bunny), guests are invited to a festive brunch featuring cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting, chicken fried chicken and crawfish benedict, among other highlights.

    Sylvia’s Enchilada Kitchen, 6401 Woodway, 1140 Eldridge
    Sylvia’s will be bringing back its Sunday brunch buffet just for the holiday, offered from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The buffet is filled withTex-Mex classics and more for $29.99 plus tax, gratuity and beverages ($12 for kids under age 12).

    Toro Toro, 1300 Lamar
    Enjoy brunch classics with pan-Latin flair, with Easter offerings including a seafood and sushi station,  carving station with prime rib and cedar plank salmon, Texas charcuterie, breakfast favorites, a grand dessert display and kid’s station. Cost is $165 for adults and $65 for children 12 and under, with reservations required from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

    Truluck’s, 5350 Westheimer
    Opening at noon, guests can enjoy Truluck’s regular menu and seasonal accompaniments, plus a special kids menu offered for the holiday. All locations will also feature the Spring Fling cocktail ($17), served March 29-31 in celebration of the Easter holiday and featuring guava, Spanish liqueur Licor 43 and notes of vanilla and Valencia orange.

    URBE, 1101 Uptown Park
    URBE will be offering a multi-course Easter Menu which includes choice of starter and entrée and a dessert buffet for $49 per adult and $15 for kids, plus beverages, tax and gratuity. The in-house bakery will be making special Easter pastries and cookies. Brunch will be served 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    The Warwick, 5888 Westheimer
    The Warwick will be serving Easter Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., offering specials from smoked ribeye and garlic mash to grilled cedar plank redfish alongside regular classics like tres leches french toast, smoked oxtail hash and carrot cake.

    Xochi, 1777 Walker
    Xochi’s famous Sunday brunch buffet will be offered on Easter from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. alongside live music by Sol y Son. Cost is $55 per person, $15 per child, plus beverage, tax and gratuity.

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  • “#DoItForVeezy”: North Shore community mourns death of Jarvon Coles

    “#DoItForVeezy”: North Shore community mourns death of Jarvon Coles

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    HOUSTON, Texas – Just three months after appearing in the 6A Division I State Championship game, the North Shore High School football community faced unspeakable tragedy.

    On Saturday night, North Shore senior Jarvon Coles was killed in a drive-by shooting near a house party in Humble, Texas.

    Coles, 18, played linebacker for the school’s football team. He was a team captain, had a 4.2 GPA and landed offers from multiple colleges across the state to continue his football career. Coaches and teammates said he had decided to play at Lamar University.

    Standing at 5-foot-9 and weighing 190 pounds, he didn’t have the size of a traditional linebacker, but he savored the opportunity to prove his doubters wrong and outwork his peers.

    “All my football career from little league on I have heard that I was not good enough for one reason or another, too short, too slow, to light etc. [sic],” his Hudl profile bio read. “But I have proved them wrong at every level.”

    Defensive Coordinator Garrett Cross knew Jarvon for six years and attested to his desire to lead by example on and off the field.

    “He just did everything right,” Cross said. “He took care of business off the field. He never got in any trouble. That’s what we all hope for when we raise our own kids. We want them to grow up to be guys just like him.”

    His endless motor and can-do attitude resonated with his coaches and teammates, and many of them have paid tribute to him on social media.

    Assistant offensive line coach Kyle Herridge called him a “truly incredible human being” in a Tweet.

    Junior edge rusher Cedric Henderson posted a video of Coles’ highlights with the caption “#Doitforveezy”, a reference to his nickname.

    Senior linebacker and Lamar commit Dillon Dixon posted photos to tribute Coles and referenced their shared desire to play football together at Lamar after graduation.

    Cross said everyone on the team is hurting, but he knows Jarvon’s legacy will live on at North Shore for years to come.

    “He was loved by so many,” Cross said. “His spirit is going to live on. I know he won’t be with us physically, but his spirit will be with us for a long time.”

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  • ‘I’m sorry dad. I love you:’ Family pleads for clues after man shot, killed in SE Houston

    ‘I’m sorry dad. I love you:’ Family pleads for clues after man shot, killed in SE Houston

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    HOUSTON – A family is asking for help trying to find the person who shot and killed a man in Houston’s South Park neighborhood.

    The victim, Willie Earl Johnson, 56, was shot outside of his home at the corner of Glenhurst Drive and South Wayside Drive in South Park on Friday.

    The Houston Police Department said they got a call around 8 p.m. from a neighbor after hearing a gunshot.

    It’s only when firefighters arrived on the scene that they found Johnson’s body laying out near the driveway and sidewalk.

    “The only thing we know right now is that a neighbor heard a gunshot called, and other folks were out there, HFD actually found the body,” said Lt. Willkens of the Houston Police Department.

    On Sunday, his family spoke Only with KPRC 2 News, pleading for any clues that might help police capture whoever killed Willy.

    “He was, a homebody, a father, a husband, a brother, a cousin, an uncle,” said Meka, his sister. “He’s always cheerful, like helping.”

    “I’m sorry, dad. I love you. I always love you. I wish I was there with you when that happened. And I’m. You know, you’ll always be in my heart,” his daughter Myra added while fighting back tears.

    Willy is the latest victim of a senseless shooting. His family said Willy lost one of his kids several years ago to gun violence.

    This time, Willy was left to die alone outside his home.

    “Nobody was there when we got there. They just left him there by himself. He was there on the ground, nobody seeing nothing,” Meka said.

    That’s why they need any clues out there that might lead detectives to answers and closure for this family.

    “Just call just. You ain’t gotta tell them who you is,” Meka said. “We ain’t saying you got a snitch or nothing like that, just say whodunit.”

    You can submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers of Houston by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477) or through their website.

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  • Southwest Airlines delays, cancels dozens of Florida flights as Texas Spring Break begins

    Southwest Airlines delays, cancels dozens of Florida flights as Texas Spring Break begins

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    HOUSTON – Southwest Airlines has delayed and canceled dozens of flights from Houston to Florida and vice versa due to thunderstorms and severe weather in the area.

    Across the country, more than 1,400 flights have been either canceled or delayed, according to FlightAware.

    “Thunderstorms in the Southeast are impacting our operation. Our Teams are focused on our Operation and providing Hospitality to our Customers. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate our Customers’ patience while we work to get them safely to their destinations,” Southwest Airlines wrote in a statement.

    Travelers headed to Florida from other states are also seeing issues.

    “Our flight was actually canceled and rebooked till Monday the 11th,” said Jacky Valles from El Paso. “They said the weather, they blamed it was a weather.”

    The Valles family is trying to get to Miami to catch their first ever family cruise.

    After sitting at Hobby Airport in Houston for hours trying to get rescheduled, her brother came running over just before 6 p.m. with the good news.

    “We have the tickets to Orlando,” Erik Valles said. “We’re getting there. I’m getting on that cruise. Even though I’m afraid of water, I can’t swim. I’m going.”

    United Airlines also reported some canceled and delayed flights to cities in Florida.

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  • United Airlines has turbulent week of airplane incidents, including Houston, all with Boeing aircraft

    United Airlines has turbulent week of airplane incidents, including Houston, all with Boeing aircraft

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    HOUSTON, Texas – United Airlines closed out the week with three incidents and a federal agency launching a probe into an issue with one of their aircraft last month.

    Two of the incidents involve airplanes landing or taking off at airports in Houston.

    Starting with an engine fire, to a wheel falling off a plane and even a jet skidding off the runway.

    All of the incidents involve one of United’s fleets of Boeing aircraft, putting even further scrutiny on the plane manufacturer that was already under a microscope.

    The week started with sparks on Monday.

    A United Airlines flight from Houston to Fort Myers, Florida had an engine catch fire midflight while over the Gulf of Mexico. The Boeing 737-900ER airplane returned to Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport without any further issues.

    “United flight 1118 returned to Houston shortly after takeoff after flames were seen in the engine,” the company said in a statement. “The flight landed safely and passengers deplaned normally. Our investigation revealed that the engine had ingested litter (bubble wrap) that was on the airfield. A new aircraft took our customers to Fort Myers later that evening and the aircraft involved is back in service.”

    Fast forward to Thursday in San Francisco. A United jet headed to Japan was forced to land at Los Angeles International Airport after losing a tire during takeoff.

    “The last departure lost the wheel on departure. So we’re going to have to shut the runway down,” said air traffic controllers on the radio.

    The tire from the Boeing 777-200 landed on parked cars below. No one was injured in this incident either.

    “United flight 35 lost one tire after takeoff from San Francisco and landed safely at LAX,” a United spokesperson said. “Our team quickly arranged for a new aircraft to take customers to Osaka later that evening. We will work with customers as well as with the owners of the damaged vehicles in SFO to ensure their needs are addressed.”

    Also on Thursday, the National Transportation Safety Board announcing another probe into Boeing.

    This time, they’re looking at “stuck rudder pedals” following an issue on a United jet landing at Newark Airport in New Jersey. The plan was traveling from the Bahamas and was landing when the issue occurred.

    “We appreciate the NTSB’s work on this preliminary report and will continue to fully support their investigation,” a Boeing spokesperson told KPRC 2′s Gage Goulding on Friday. “We worked closely with United Airlines to diagnose the rudder response issue observed during two 737-8 flights in early February. With coordination with United, the issue was successfully resolved with the replacement of three parts and the airplane returned to service last month.”

    The week ended with another incident involving one of United’s Boeing jets.

    A plane landing at Bush Intercontinental on Friday morning skidded off the runway. The plane came to a rest, tilting to the left side with the nose gear sticking up in the air.

    “After landing in rainy conditions, United 2477 exited the taxiway into a grassy area. All passengers were bused to the terminal and assisted by our team with their onward connections and other needs,” a United spokesperson said.

    The string of incidents involving Boeing aircraft now puts an even bigger microscope on the plane builder.

    “The bottom line is, they’ve been having some serious issues,” said aviation expert Pete Trabucco.

    While the talk of the town has been a younger group of pilots trying to fill a shortage of airplane captains, Trabucco says the cockpit isn’t the only place scaping by to find staff.

    “There’s also a widening gap between retiring aviation mechanics and those that are in the field,” he said. “In fact, the Bureau of Labor Statistics says that we need to actually put 1,200 jobs together.”

    Meanwhile, some travelers are looking to book a flight on any plane but a Boeing.

    “When I go on a plane, I expect to get here safe,” said Reese Bryant, who flew on an Airbus to Houston. “I’m [going to] pay the extra $50 bucks more because I refuse to go on a plane that’s tearing apart in the air.”

    While that might be a preference at this point, air travel is still by far the safest method of travel.

    “It’s still the safest mode of transportation. That will never change,” Trabucco said.

    KPRC2 asked for comment from the Federal Department of Transportation, but we did not receive a reply.

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  • HCSO to provide update on deadly shooting of 12-year-old boy day after arrest of his mom’s ex-boyfriend

    HCSO to provide update on deadly shooting of 12-year-old boy day after arrest of his mom’s ex-boyfriend

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    HOUSTON – Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, along with his team, will provide updates on the deadly shooting of a 12-year-old boy Friday morning.

    On Monday, March 4, Carlos Fernandez was shot to death while inside his family’s apartment located in east Harris County.

    According to investigators, a shooter went up to a window of Fernandez’s apartment and fired directly into the child’s bedroom, killing him. The shooter then fled in a pickup truck.

    Sheriff Gonzalez said Carlos’ little sisters, ages 6 and 7, were also in the home at the time of the shooting, but they were not hurt.

    Loved ones said Carlos’ mother and another man inside the home, also dodged the gunfire.

    Neighbors who heard the chaos said they have been concerned about the family’s safety in the past. Three days before Carlos’ death, neighbors saw deputies outside the family’s apartment.

    On Wednesday, HCSO identified the suspected shooter as the mom’s ex-boyfriend, 27-year-old Terry Bryan Rivera.

    “Rivera was in a previous dating relationship with the victim’s mother and had two children with her,” Sheriff Gonzalez revealed Wednesday night.

    Rivera has since been charged with capital murder. He is not currently in custody and is considered to be armed and dangerous.

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  • Learn about the women behind Houston’s history this Women’s History Month

    Learn about the women behind Houston’s history this Women’s History Month

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    HOUSTON – March is Women’s History Month, and it’s the perfect time of year to learn about some of Houston’s iconic female figures!

    The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park has put together tours to highlight women who have made a lasting impact on the history of Houston.

    The tour includes four historic houses, all telling the stories of famous women who once lived in them. The house tours are followed by a bus tour that explores specific landmarks in Downtown Houston where women have left significant footprints, including Houston’s first hospital and one of its first churches and schools. After the bus ride, the tour concludes with a wine and cheese reception at the museum.

    Mister McKinney, a member of the Heritage Society Board of Directors, and Alison Bell, the Executive Director of the tour, work closely to make sure the walkthrough and bus elements of the tour combine to form a truly insightful opportunity.

    “It’s a very impactful tour,” McKinney said. “Both experiences, hand-in-hand, just make it something very different. If you want the ultimate women’s experience and history experience, joining us both is something really special.”

    The society offers four tours per day: two in the morning and two in the afternoon. Guests are encouraged to make reservations at heritagesociety.org or by calling at 713-655-1912.

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  • Neighbors details shooting that killed 12-year-old boy at east Harris County apartment complex

    Neighbors details shooting that killed 12-year-old boy at east Harris County apartment complex

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    HOUSTON – Twelve-year-old Carlos Fernandez never made it to school Monday morning after deputies said he was shot and killed inside his family’s apartment in east Harris County.

    Daisy Delgado lives next door and recalled hearing loud banging and the sound of tears woke her up.

    “I kept hearing a woman crying and that is what I woke up to. All I heard was her saying that he got shot and they ran off. I didn’t expect it to be a kid,” said Delgado.

    Deputies said it appeared the shooter went up to a window and opened fire directly into the bedroom, killing young Carlos. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the shooter took off in a pickup truck. Deputies did not have a description of the truck.

    One of the bullets went through Jim Simms and Minnie Sandles’ dining room, next door.

    “I’m laying in my bed and I heard something go ‘clank, pop’ and I walked out about right here but I had no idea there was a hole in that wall,” Sandles said.

    “Next thing I know, I’m getting ready for work this morning and my door is taped off and that’s when I discovered something had happened,” Simms said.

    Carlos’ little sisters, ages 6 and 7, were also in the home at the time of the shooting, but they were not hurt, according to family members. Loved ones said Carlos’ mother and another man inside the home, also dodged the gunfire.

    Deputies said they believe the shooting was targeted.

    The Sheriffs Office has not said why the family and their apartment was targeted or the possible relationship between the shooter and the family.

    Neighbors who heard the chaos this morning said they have been concerned about the family’s safety in the past. Three days before Carlos’ death, neighbors saw deputies outside the family’s apartment.

    “All I saw was cops and them outside in the back arguing,” Delgado said.

    “I’m hearing them and I’m sitting there watching TV and I’m hearing stuff going up against the walls,” Simms said.

    It’s unclear if the 911 call to the family’s home on Friday is connected to Monday’s shooting, but neighbors are hoping whoever killed young Carlos is caught.

    Family members describe Carlos as adorable, helpful and the best son, brother and grandson. They are asking for the community’s prayers. The family has created a GoFundMe page to help with their unexpected costs.

    Galena Park Independent School District said Carlos was a student at Cobb’s 6th grade campus.

    Counseling services have been provided to students and staff.

    Galena Park Independent School District released a statement on the death of 12-year-old Carlos Fernandez. (Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

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  • Spring ISD Selects BenQ Boards for Classrooms

    Spring ISD Selects BenQ Boards for Classrooms

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    COSTA MESA, Calif. — BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of visual display and collaboration solutions, today announced the Spring Independent School District (ISD) in Houston has selected and installed almost 1,800 BenQ Boards in K-12 classrooms across the 45 schools in the district. Purchased as part of Spring ISD’s most recent school bond, the BenQ Boards were chosen over other smart board vendors because of the rich and forward-thinking feature set the BenQ Boards offer, including ease of use and flexibility for teachers, advanced learning tools for students, and free built-in remote management solutions for IT.

    “When we invited the entire district to come in and test drive different smart boards, everyone voted nearly unanimously for the BenQ Board,” said Joe Holecek, Spring ISD’s manager of campus technology support. “They hit all our needs, from those of our teachers and students to our technology department. We’ve deployed half the BenQ Boards in our classrooms so far, and it’s been so positive that the other half can’t wait because they know how much the boards offer.”

    Spring ISD Teachers Benefit From BenQ Board’s Tap ‘N Teach Technology
    While preparing students for the future, the BenQ Boards are also designed to eliminate the steep learning curve and complicated tasks that typical smart boards can overburden teachers with. The teacher-friendly experience starts immediately at sign-in. The industry’s only germ-resistant BenQ Boards boast BenQ’s Tap ‘N Teach technology, which features one-tap NFC log-in to load lesson materials and interactive teaching apps, cloud storage, settings, and tools instantly and securely.

    Teachers can use their BenQ Board as a whiteboard, display, computer, and wireless screen-sharing system thanks to BenQ’s license-free EZWrite 6 software. It’s packed with classroom tools for all subjects, including timers, rulers, protractors, compasses, and more. EZWrite 6 also lets educators save whiteboard sessions in the cloud, allowing them to continue giving lessons at a later date or allowing students to access lessons on any device and refer to them later. They can also open documents and image files directly on the whiteboard to facilitate discussions. To complement the experience, the split-screen windows function enables multiple applications to be opened side by side with no need to tap between content, making it even easier to conduct lessons and further comprehension. With the InstaShare wireless screen sharing capability, teachers can share their own laptop screens wirelessly as they move around the room or allow multiple students to share their device screens simultaneously. These built-in features provide teachers with much-needed flexibility to teach their own way.

    Spring ISD Students Benefit From BenQ’s EZWrite 6 and InstaShare
    In addition to tools that make teachers’ lives easier, the BenQ Boards feature tools that empower all students. EZWrite is packed with whiteboard features that boost participation. This includes a scalable whiteboard that can grow to any size project, split screen capabilities, text scanning, AI-powered text-to-speech and multilanguage support, and more. With InstaShare 2, students can share their thoughts to the screen no matter what device they’re using, with up to nine users able to share simultaneously. Together, EZWrite and InstaShare provide students with the necessary skills for the future of learning and the workforce; encourage creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking; and build student agency.

    Spring ISD IT Staff Benefit From License-Free Software for Central Management
    BenQ has long understood that IT and technology staff are instrumental in the maintenance and management of new EdTech. They need resources and tools that will help them maintain school technology and integrate with their chosen platforms without yearly fees. BenQ helps to streamline setup, maintenance, and monitoring with its subscription-free Device Management Solution (DMS), Account Management System (AMS), and Identity and Access Management (IAM). BenQ Boards also benefit from BenQ’s X-Sign Broadcast software, which turns any BenQ smart board in the school into broadcast signage and allows schools to keep everyone informed and up to date on events, safety protocols, and emergencies. As a result of these capabilities, schools can significantly reduce the time and effort it takes to register, set up, and maintain BenQ Boards across a district and use them much more flexibly and securely.

    “Spring ISD’s selection of BenQ Boards underscores the robustness of our classroom solutions,” said Bob Wudeck, senior director of business development at BenQ Education. “With features like Tap ‘N Teach, EZWrite 6, InstaShare, and our IT solutions, educators and staff gain unparalleled flexibility, while students are empowered with tools for future success.”

    More information on BenQ is available at www.BenQ.com/en-us/education.html.

    About BenQ Education
    BenQ Education is helping teachers shape the future of learning with interactive display solutions that maximize engagement in and out of the classroom while improving student performance. For over 10 years, BenQ has been the No. 1-selling TI DLP projector brand worldwide, according to Futuresource, and is one of the leading interactive display vendors in North America. The award-winning BenQ Board is the first and only interactive display to feature TÜV- and SIAA-certified germ-resistant screens, interfaces, and pens as part of its purpose-built ClassroomCare technologies designed for healthier classrooms. The BenQ Board RP03 Series has been recognized as the first smart board to achieve Eyesafe® Certification, the advanced blue light mitigation technology developed in concert with optometrists and ophthalmologists. Industry-recognized, BenQ’s Tap ‘N Teach technology for fast sign-on, EZWrite license-free annotation and whiteboard software, InstaShare wireless screen presentation system, and IT-friendly monitoring and management tools create exciting and intuitive active learning experiences. EZWrite 6 is also AWS Qualified, having passed Amazon Web Services (AWS) Foundational Technical Review (FTR), providing schools with assurance in security, reliability, and operational excellence. Educators can focus on giving lessons that leave an impact and give the leaders of tomorrow the tools they need to reach their maximum potential. The company’s products are available across North America through leading value-added distributors, resellers, and retailers. More information is available at www.BenQBoard.com.

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  • Man kicked out of club for fighting opens fire from SUV, shooting 4, Texas cops say

    Man kicked out of club for fighting opens fire from SUV, shooting 4, Texas cops say

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    Police are searching for two men, including the accused gunman.

    Police are searching for two men, including the accused gunman.

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    Four people were shot when a man kicked out of a club for fighting opened fire from an SUV, Texas authorities say.

    The incident began at 11:30 p.m. Saturday, March 2, when two men in their 20s were involved in a fight at the club, Houston Police Department Assistant Chief Wyatt Martin said in a news briefing streamed by KHOU.

    They were asked to leave, and when they got outside, they began arguing with off-duty sheriff’s deputies who were working as part of the security detail, according to Martin.

    One of the men entered a black SUV, while the other man kept trying to get back into the club, police said. A woman eventually convinced him to get into the vehicle.

    That’s when the driver — the first man who was kicked out — began firing at the security personnel with a handgun, Martin said. Four people, including security officers, were struck by the gunfire.

    The Harris County deputies working security were not among the injured victims, police said.

    “The fact that they would shoot indiscriminately at a club crowded with people just because they were asked to leave, whether they were intoxicated or whatever, shows that they really have very little regard for the safety of the people around them,” Martin said in the news briefing.

    Two of the victims were taken to a hospital for surgery but were expected to be OK, according to police. The other two victims were treated at the scene.

    Police are now searching for the two men, who fled in the SUV.

    Martin said the deputies did not return gunfire due to “fear of hitting innocent bystanders.”

    Mike Stunson covers real-time news for McClatchy. He is a 2011 Western Kentucky University graduate who has previously worked at the Paducah Sun and Madisonville Messenger as a sports reporter and the Lexington Herald-Leader as a breaking news reporter.
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  • Ivan Cornejo Sings Therapeutic Love Songs in his RodeoHouston Debut

    Ivan Cornejo Sings Therapeutic Love Songs in his RodeoHouston Debut

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    Ivan Cornejo
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    March 3, 2024

    Most RodeoHouston concerts start off with a bang. Literal explosions of colorful fireworks, a cacophony of music and noise, and brilliant flashes of lights fill the entire stage and arena.

    Sunday evening’s Ivan Cornejo show was the exact opposite. In lieu of the traditional Rodeo concert video intro and pyrotechnic opening, the stage and house lights went dark, and everything was silent. The crowd wriggled in their seats with anticipation, finally letting go of a loud roaring applause when the name “Ivan Cornejo” appeared on the video boards.

    After a few more minutes of silence, the spotlight shined bright on the young 19-year-old singer-songwriter from Riverside, California. He is one of the brightest new stars of the Corrido Tumbado movement, a segment of the Regional Mexicano genre that is experiencing a popularity surge over the last few years.

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    Cornejo is one of the brightest new stars of the Corrido Tumbado movement, a sub-genre of Regional Mexicano music.

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    Not only was this Cornejo’s RodeoHouston debut, but it was also his first time performing in a stadium. He has been on his “Terapia” Tour since last August, and has been selling out venues, theaters, and arenas, including two sold-out shows at 713 Music Hall back on October.

    Cornejo took to the stage in an all black charro outfit, decorated in gold glitter cacti, fireworks, and Mexican emblems. He strolled around the stage in black pants, shiny Stacy Adams dress shoes, and his signature headband.

    “Como andamos, Houston?!” said Cornejo as he greeted his fans. His voice, movements, and overall demeanor are smooth, warm, and gentle. Throughout the evening he smiled wide and charmed the audience with his soft eyes. “I’m super grateful to be here tonight because Texas always shows love, especially Houston!” he continued.

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    Cornejo played two sold-out shows here in Houston back in October, and this was his RodeoHouston debut.

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    Most of his set list was full of songs that could be considered as indie/emo, mostly about love and heartbreak, which actually translates perfectly to a country/western/rodeo setting. The crowd joined in by singing the lyrics to most songs, and did so loudly. All the fans who were featured on the video screens were singing passionately at the top of their lungs.

    One of the definitive highlights of the show was when Cornejo and his band played a cover of “Desvelado” by Tejano legend Bobby Pulido. “We added our own little country twist to this cover!” he mentioned after finishing the track. It was absolutely delightful.

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    Ivan Cornejo played many fan favorites and a couple of covers during his RodeoHouston debut.

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    ‘Before I go, I would like to sing one last song, but please, turn on your flashlights” he requested from the large crowd. They obliged, and filed the room with dazzling lights. Connejo proceeded to sing “La Curiosidad,” one of his biggest hits from his 2022 album Dañado. The crowd went wild, and grooved and sang along at full volume. Near the end of the track, the music shifted into a Reggae cover of Bob Marley’s “Is This Love?” — a perfect ending to a beautiful set.

    As the sun set outside NRG Stadium, Ivan then jumped onto the back of the Ford F-150 truck, armed with a bucket of red roses, and began to throw them one by one to his fans near the arena floor. A superstar in the making, riding off into the sunset.

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    Cornejo is a superstar in the making, with smooth moves, soft voice, and awesome vibes all around.

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  • ‘You can’t see anything:’ Laser strikes blinding pilots over Houston

    ‘You can’t see anything:’ Laser strikes blinding pilots over Houston

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    HOUSTON, Texas – More and more people are shining lasers at pilots flying above Houston.

    In 2023 alone, it happened well over 400 times. Each of those occasions temporarily blinding a pilot flying at several hundred miles per hour, putting lives in the air and on the ground in danger.

    A laser strike is when someone on the ground points a laser at an aircraft. The laser hits the cockpit of the airplane or helicopter, often obstructing the pilot’s vision temporarily. In some serious cases, a laser strike can lead to injury.

    According to data from the FAA, pilots flying above the Houston area reported 473 laser strikes.

    One of those pilots is Lt. Ryan Chapman with the Texas Department of Public Safety.

    Texas Department of Public Safety Pilot Lt. Ryan Chapman flying above Houston, Texas in a law enforcement helicopter. (Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

    “Your eyes constrict and you can’t see anything,” Chapman said. “Not only is my life at stake, but my partner’s life is too.”

    He flies the Texas DPS helicopter around 1,000 feet above the ground, travelling often at speeds topping 150+ miles per hour. Just the slightest of movements on the controls could be the difference between staying airborne or crashing to the ground.

    “It’s like jumping on one leg, patting your head and rubbing your belly,” Chapman said. “Because every limb you have is doing something different. There’s a lot going on. And then you add a distraction like a laser you can’t see that’s that’s a big factor.”

    Any distraction is bad, but a blinding laser could be catastrophic. When the laser beam enters the cockpit, it often reflects off the glass, expanding and blinding the pilots to the point they can’t see.

    A laser strike as seen in the cockpit by the pilot of an aircraft. (Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

    To make matters worse, law enforcement, like the Texas Department of Public Safety, uses night vision goggles. This just makes the laser strike that much more powerful.

    Gage: “When you think about a laser coming out of a little device just like that, whenever it travels up to the aircraft, is it coming in tiny like that? Or what does it look like?”

    Ryan: “No. As the beam travels, it gets wider from the source. It gets wider. And so when it hits, it hits a wider surface area of the actual helicopter or airplane.”

    According to Chapman, the tiny little laser that’s smaller than the tip of a pencil grows into a ginormous glow.

    Gage: “We’re right over one of Houston’s busiest highways. If something, God forbid, were to happen. I mean this not only for us in the aircraft, but it could be for countless people on the ground.”

    Ryan: “That’s correct. Yep. Residential areas. Because most people are at home when they’re doing this, they don’t realize the people that their friends and neighbors they’re putting at risk.”

    Chapman is one of the thousands of pilots that have been blinded by lasers. This wasn’t a one-time occurrence for him.

    Ryan: “At least 25.”

    Gage: ”25 time?”

    Ryan: “25 times.”

    Gage: “How long you been doing this?”

    Ryan: “Two years.”

    Gage:“You’ve been hit 25 times in two years?”

    Ryan: “Yes, sir.”

    His most recent run in with a laser was on February 1, 2024.

    Two men are accused of pointing a laser at his law enforcement helicopter in Northwest Houston. His tactical officer, or right hand man, used the helicopters state-of-the-art cameras system to hone in the home that the light beam was coming from.

    Texas Department of Public Safety Pilot Lt. Ryan Chapman flying above Houston, Texas in a law enforcement helicopter. (Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

    “You can see the beam all the way to the ground. So, if you’re within range of the camera, then we can see you,” Chapman said.

    The chopper calling down to Precinct 4 Constable deputies who arrested Artemio Gonzales and Leonel Vasquez.

    “If an individual decides to make that unfortunate choice, state wise, it’s a Class A misdemeanor, but federally, it’s a felony charge,” said Sgt. Stephen Woodward of the Texas Department of Public Safety. “And it’s not a matter of if, it’s when you get caught, you could face some serious penalties and fines.”

    Across the county, laser strikes are up 40%, according to data from the FAA. A total of 13,304 reports were filed in 2023 alone.

    In the Lonestar State, a total of more than 1,400 laser strikes were recorded. Of those, 473 are in the Houston area.

    Many of those strikes hitting commercial airline jets, which are carrying hundreds of passengers.

    Gage: “What does that tell you?”

    Ryan: It tells me they’re not getting caught enough.”

    That’s exactly what the FAA is looking to change. The enforcer of the sky is cracking down on anyone who has the not so bright idea to blind a pilot.

    Texas Department of Public Safety Pilot Lt. Ryan Chapman flying above Houston, Texas in a law enforcement helicopter. (Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

    “Including fines of up to $11,000 per violation. Bottom line lasers and aircraft don’t mix,” said FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker.

    Gage: “What would you say to anybody that thinks it’s funny? It’s a joke to just go ahead and shine. A laser up in the sky thinking it’s harmless fun.”

    Ryan: “I would tell them to think about their actions before they do that, because it’s not fun and it’s not safe.”

    To report a laser incident to the FAA, click here.

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