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Friday, Dec 2

05

Woman's 1st day at work ends with robber nearly stabbing her over cupcakes

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"I could've died." A woman is retelling her near-death experience with a man armed with a knife and what she has done now after it.

Thursday, Dec 1

17

84-year-old's driving record being investigated after crashing into SW Houston USPS office, HPD says

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The driver accidentally pressed on her gas pedal, thinking it was her brakes, and hit the woman as she went into the post office, police said. She has not yet been charged.

Tuesday, Nov 29

06

Special Events Task Force outlines new safety measures in wake of Astroworld Festival

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The task force, which was created just under a year ago after Travis Scott's deadly event, is mobilizing for one of the city's next big gatherings: the World Cup.

Monday, Nov 28

02

HPD investigating shooting in the Heights after man attempts to save friend who was shot

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When officers arrived in the Houston Heights area, they found the man who had been grazed by a bullet performing life-saving measures on his friend, HPD said.

Thursday, Nov 24

00

2 teenage cousins shot and killed while getting Thanksgiving groceries from car in west Houston: HPD

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ABC13 spoke to the mom of the 18-year-old who was killed. She said he had just graduated high school this past spring.

02

Mom's gravesite looks like someone 'dug her up,' son tells only ABC13

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Holidays are a time of joy, but also grief. A devastated son tells only ABC13 the heartbreaking discovery he made when he went to visit his mother's gravesite.

Wednesday, Nov 23

19

Neighbor says group shot outside house before man barricaded himself in hourslong SWAT standoff

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At this point, it's not clear if the man who barricaded himself inside the home shot anyone or was also a victim. What exactly led up to the hourslong standoff is unclear.

Sunday, Nov 20

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2 survive in small plane crash after losing power in northwest Harris County, Texas DPS says

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Officials said the pilot advised he lost power and tried to make a landing on the pasture Sunday. A woman who was also on board has non-life-threatening injuries, DPS says.

Saturday, Nov 19

05

Only on 13: Records reveal victim reported husband's abuse before his brother allegedly stabbed her

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Facts that only ABC13 uncovered have led investigators into exploring whether a Houston woman's jailed husband allegedly directed the deadly stabbing that left his wife dead.

Thursday, Nov 17

06

University of Houston researchers announce potential breakthrough vaccine against fentanyl

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Fentanyl deaths are rising, especially in Harris County, but researchers say they've found a possible solution to this epidemic.

05

ParkHouston employee accused of making money off parking violations: 'That's wrong'

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In the scheme, which officials believe went on for a six-month period, the employee allegedly encouraged parking violators to pay her directly in exchange for taking off a wheeling-locking boot.

Wednesday, Nov 16

06

Jury returns not guilty verdict in case of man accused of killing HPD sergeant

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Despite being acquitted in Sgt. Sean Rios' death, Robert Soliz remains in jail facing drug and aggravated assault charges from two previous and unrelated shootings.

05

Body found in search for missing 28-year-old father in town for his baby's liver transplant

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While the medical examiner's office has not identified the body as that of the missing father, Texas EquuSearch said they are confident their search for the missing father has concluded.

Monday, Nov 14

22

Man dancing on 18-wheeler died after being knocked off under Tuam Street bridge, police say

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The 25-year-old either jumped or climbed onto the top of the truck's trailer. The man didn't dance for long before he was knocked off while passing under a Houston bridge, police said.

Saturday, Nov 12

04

Sugar Land man credits Chadwick Boseman for awareness of colon cancer after 2021 diagnosis

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Randall B. Hardy said it was the way Boseman gracefully carried himself during his battle with cancer and that he showed that you could have the strength to move forward.

Friday, Nov 11

15

José Altuve fan who beat cancer finally meets her Houston Astros hero after 33 hours in line

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Liza Valverde preferred to wait outside a Pasadena Academy for more than a day to meet her hero. When she got the chance, a surprise was waiting for her.

Thursday, Nov 10

01

World Series pizza pies delivered to Houston Astros by previous year's winners Atlanta Braves

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A slice of victory! ???? And, no, the Braves didn't have to pay back a bet. Here's the facts on why they sent their 2021 World Series opponent some pies.

Wednesday, Nov 9

07

Houston attorney accused of drugging wife's water to induce abortion

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The woman said her husband lectured her on staying hydrated while pregnant while giving her oddly cloudy water to drink, an assistant district attorney said.

Monday, Nov 7

19

2 Clear Creek ISD students charged for social media threats about holding class during Astros parade

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The threats were made against the Clear Creek school district because officials didn't cancel classes during the Astros victory parade.

Sunday, Nov 6

16

'Mattress Mack' makes historic win, nearly $75 million, after the Astros won the World Series

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Houston's Jim "Mattress Mack" ties the bets to promotions for customers who buy mattresses from him, offering them money back now that the Astros won.

Friday, Nov 4

Family of 5 hit by truck were waiting to cross Beechnut at La Roche Lane, police say

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The two adults and three children, one of which is a 1-year-old, were hanging out at the corner of Beechnut and La Roche Lane, waiting to cross the street, when they were hit, police said.

03

Precinct 5 deputy under investigation after burglary victim's laptop was found in his home

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The victim said he found his MacBook through the 'Find My iPhone' app. But when he confronted the deputy, he told him he didn't have it.

Tuesday, Nov 1

23

Alvin ISD teacher reported missing in September found 'alive and well' in New Orleans

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Earlier in the search for Michelle Reynolds, officials say she had been spotted walking along Constance Street in New Orleans, where she was now found "alive and well."

Monday, Oct 31

22

Texas EquuSearch searches Alvin landfill for missing 2-year-old Nadia Lee

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The search for a 2-year-old last seen more than two weeks ago has taken another grim turn, focusing on a landfill in Alvin.

Friday, Oct 28

17

Husband charged with murder more than year after wife's body was found in trash bags

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It's been more than a year since Stephanie Hernandez's body was found in trash bags. Now her husband has been charged with murder.

Thursday, Oct 27

03

Thieves pose as customers, steal $1K worth of luxury hair in north Houston, shop manager says

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When security tried to stop one of the suspects, he said he had a gun and would hurt the loss prevention officer if he got involved, and it was all caught on camera.

Tuesday, Oct 25

04

HPD officers have to spend $2K to buy own guns, bullets, handcuffs

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Handcuffs are also something rookie officers have to pay for. Eyewitness News looked into that reason and how it may be harming recruiting.

Monday, Oct 24

17

Former Missouri City high school football star killed by best friend, former teammate, family says

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"What? Come on, you got the wrong man," the former Ridge Point High School football star's mother said. "I said, 'That's his best friend!' I couldn't believe it."

Saturday, Oct 22

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Friday, Oct 21

21

Texas Secondary Teach of the Year helps students soar to new heights

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Brazoswood High School rocket engineering teacher Chris McLeod wins the 2023 Secondary Texas Teacher of the Year as he helps students break records.