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Call about active shooter on first full day of Tennessee high school was a hoax, sheriff says
A report of an active shooter at a high school in northeast Tennessee on Tuesday morning led to an emergency evacuation and lockdowns, but that report was a hoax, authorities said.
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Sheriff’s Office Awarded Justice Assistance Grants
The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office was recently awarded over $400,000 in justice grants from the Office of the Texas Governor.The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office was recently awarded over $400,000 in justice grants from the Office of the Texas Governor.
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Two men sentenced to 25 years for 2021 murder
Two men were sentenced this week to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to killing a friend they got in a fight with in 2021, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
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Father, son rescued after crashing down 500-foot cliff
- A Rancho Cordova father and son were rescued after their car plunged 500 feet down a cliff along Highway 49 in Mariposa County.
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Council Member Thomas hosts District F Public Safety Town Hall Meeting Centered on Crime Prevention and Active Shooter Vigilance
City Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas will host a special District F Public Safety Town Hall, bringing city, county, and judicial officials together for an interactive panel discussion addressing a wide range of topics, from community policing and reporting, active shooter precautions and safety measures for children, youth, seniors, to neighborhood health and blite removal.
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Struggle to hire 911 dispatchers leads to outsourcing in the St. Louis area
When you call 911, you want someone to answer. But as more and more cities struggle to hire dispatchers, concerns grow over safety. “We’re down to five full-time dispatchers when we budgeted for eight, we’ve been trying but we just can’t find suitable candidates,” explained Bridgeton Mayor Terry Briggs.
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Commissioner Lesley Briones Kicks Off Hispanic Heritage Month with Community Celebration and Master Plan Workshop at Burnett Bayland Park
First of several heritage events to be held from September 15 - October 15
Commissioner Lesley Briones hosted a community celebration at Burnett Bayland Park in Gulfton Saturday, September 9, marking the start of a series of events throughout Harris County Precinct 4 to honor Hispanic Heritage Month.
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Rapper Drake Reveals Plans to Purchase a Home in Houston
In an exciting revelation during the second night of his "It's All a Blur" tour in Houston, superstar rapper Drake thrilled his fans by announcing his intention to acquire a residence in the vibrant city.
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Crime Prevention and Victim Aid Programs Bolstered by Reinvested Assets
DA Kim Ogg Donates More Than $1 Million to Support Crime Prevention Efforts
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg has allocated more than $1 million from seized criminal assets to support community crime prevention initiatives in 2023, marking the second-highest annual reinvestment during her tenure since 2017.
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Commissioner Ellis to Celebrate All-Stars Turner and Baker at TLIP Grand Slam Evening Fundraiser
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis is set to host a glamorous Texas Legislative Internship Program (TLIP) Grand Slam Evening on Monday, Feb. 5, at 7:15 p.m. at the Four Seasons Hotel in Houston. The star-studded event will honor the achievements of two outstanding individuals – former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and ex-Houston Astros Manager Dusty Baker. Beyond being a prestigious recognition, the evening will also serve as a fundraiser for TLIP, a program that has provided over 700 students with invaluable experiences in the Texas Legislature and various other offices.
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Discover Your Purpose in Retirement: Fort Bend County Libraries' Senior Series Empowers Older Adults
Fort Bend County Libraries' University Branch Library is proud to present "I'm Retired & I Need a Purpose!" - a dynamic program as part of the Senior Series tailored for older adults and their families. Taking place on Friday, February 16, from 10:30 am to 12:00 noon, this enlightening event will unfold in Meeting Room 1 of the library, nestled at 14010 University Blvd in Sugar Land, conveniently located on the UH campus.
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Who is Scott McAfee, the judge assigned to oversee Trump case in Georgia?
The newly leveled case against former President Donald Trump and his co-defendants accusing them of engaging in a conspiracy to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election in Georgia has been assigned to a judge who is a lifelong Georgian.
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NTSB investigating a helicopter collision that left 3 dead while battling Southern California fires
National Transportation Safety Board investigators are headed to the spot where three people were killed after two helicopters collided in midair Sunday while fighting a fire in Southern California, an agency spokesperson told CNN on Monday.
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Harris County Jury Delivers Swift Conviction in Horrific Homicide Case
Culmination of a Seven-Day Trial Results in Justice for the Victim
A Houston man has been sentenced to life in prison without parole after being convicted by a jury of capital murder for brutally killing a woman, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Conquers IRONMAN New Zealand: A Triumph of Grit and Determination
Join Us in Celebrating Judge Hidalgo's Remarkable Feat in One of the World's Toughest Sporting Events!
In a stunning display of unwavering determination, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has crossed the finish line of the prestigious Ironman Race in New Zealand, marking an extraordinary personal achievement and inspiring the entire community.
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Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey declared a state of emergency Monday in Coconino County in response to the Tinder Fire.
Published on May 2, 2018
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The deadly twister was upgraded Monday to an EF-4 tornado, leaving the small county bordering Georgia in tatters.
Published on March 5, 2019
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Girls compete in the 100-yard dash at the Harris County Street Olympics Final Event on Aug. 3.
Published on August 7, 2018
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Two Milwaukee men are facing charges in connection to the beating of a Milwaukee County Transit System bus driver.
Published on December 5, 2018
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The beating of drums echoed through the Sullivan County Fairgrounds marking the 29th Annual Forksville Pow Wow.
Published on June 17, 2019
