Animals
Unknown respiratory illness appears to have increased in Texas dogs, veterinarian says
Posted on · Almost all dogs that have experienced the unknown respiratory illness have survived.
Patricia Ortiz
Reporter
Local
Houston Humane Society waiving adoption fees for senior pets through November
Posted on · The animal shelter is still at critical capacity, and a shelter worker says older pets are perfect for the holidays.
Health & Science
University of Houston student has tuberculosis, university working with Houston Health Department on contact tracing
Posted on · A student is being treated for active tuberculosis.
Travel
TSA officials share some of the interesting items travelers leave behind in a rush
Posted on · Some of the strangest things left behind include skeleton remains, bags of diamonds, a prosthetic limb, and car seats, Assistant Security Director Jason Smith said.
Local
Over 25,000 Houstonians expected to participate in 45th Thanksgiving Super Feast
Posted on · 1,500 turkeys are still needed for Super Feast, and City Wide Club will be collecting donations until 7 p.m. on Monday.
Houston
Houston Zoo Lights now open for 2023 holiday season through January
Posted on · The dazzling display of lights and other activities will be available around the zoo through the holidays and until January 7.
Travel
Houston Airports: Thanksgiving travel to surpass pre-pandemic levels at Bush Intercontinental, Hobby
Posted on · Remote work has changed the peak travel days for some people during the Thanksgiving travel period, according to airport officials.
Crime
Houston, Harris County address concerns of violent crimes against AAPI community
Posted on · During a press conference on public safety, Houston Police Chief Troy Finner said eight crimes have been reported as hate crimes in the city in the past year, but none have been confirmed as hate crimes.
Education News
A Taylor Swift-inspired class will take place at University of Houston in the spring
Posted on · Only 10 spots were left as of Tuesday morning, but more spots might open up if there’s interest in the class, Bauer College Professor Kelly McCormick said.
Civil Rights
U.S. Army sets aside the convictions of Black soldiers from 1917 Houston Riots
Posted on · Descendants of the soldiers who were convicted have been working to clear the names of their loved ones for decades.
Housing
Veterans Village will house about 130 veterans in the Houston area
Posted on · Houston is one of various nationwide where the non-profit is setting up transitional and permanent housing for veterans.
Guns
City of Houston partners with Harris County to host fifth gun buyback event
Posted on · The city of Houston is partnering with Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones for the buyback. The city says it helps reduce violent crime.
Energy & Environment
New air monitoring system can detect cancer-causing pollutants locally
Posted on · The new air monitors will be at neighborhoods at high-risk neighborhoods like Park Place, Meadowbrook and Allendale, and Pecan Park.
Animals
Houston officials going door-to-door for “Pets for Life” pilot program
Posted on · The program, which is a partnership with the Houston Humane Society, is meant to address the animal needs in the district.
Voting
Harris County Clerk’s Office prepares for election day, says they have extra ballot paper
Posted on · Cleanliness, tech support, and ballot paper are just some of many ways the clerk’s office is preparing, County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth said.