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UPDATE: Neighbor: Suspect in Murder of Houston Cardiologist Was ‘Loner’
Posted on · The suspect is Joseph Pappas. His mother had been a patient of Dr. Hausknecht’s over 20 years ago and died during a surgery he was performing.
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‘High Probability’ Doctor Shot on Bike Was Targeted, Chief Acevedo Says
Posted on · Acevedo revealed the new development in the shooting of Dr. Mark Hausknecht in a tweet on Thursday but did not offer additional information on the investigation
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Houston Might Join Campaign for Gun Safety Focusing on Manufacturers
Posted on · The Metropolitan Organization is promoting the ‘Do Not Stand Idly By’ initiative that encourages gunmakers to use higher industry standards.
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Felon Accused In Criminal Rampage That Killed Three People In Houston Is Arraigned
Posted on · Prosecutors file capital murder charges against Jose Gilberto Rodriguez and he is denied bond
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Criminal Justice Expert Explains Nuances Of Parole Violations
Posted on · Three recent murders allegedly committed by a man who cut off his ankle monitor have generated concern in Houston
Houston Matters
Full Show: Harnessing Offshore Wind Energy, And Houston Public Media’s Stories from the Storm (July 19, 2018)
Posted on · On Thursday's Houston Matters: Texas’s parole system is under new scrutiny over a man suspected of killing three people in Houston. We explore the possibilities of harnessing offshore wind energy in the Gulf, Houston Public Media’s 'Stories from the Storm', Dr. David Meyer from the Memorial Hermann gives us good advice for staying safe from excessive heat.
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HPD Arrested 91 Parolees From July 1 To July 15
Posted on · The Police Department worked with local parole officers and Chief Acevedo says they were ‘strategic’ and targeted ‘violent offenders’
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Man Flees After Shooting Involving HPD Officer In West Houston
Posted on · The officer wasn’t injured and Chief Art Acevedo describes the suspect as an Asian or Hispanic male between 20 and 30 years-old
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Mayor Turner Announces Members Of Commission Against Gun Violence
Posted on · Law enforcement, religious leaders and the March for Our Lives movement are in the group and the Mayor expects initial recommendations before the next school year
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HPD Investigation Finds CBD Oil Sold Locally Contained Dangerous Substances
Posted on · Chief Art Acevedo says in most cases one of the substances was a component of the synthetic drug known as Kush
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Brian Manley Is The Sole Finalist To Lead The Austin Police Department Permanently
Posted on · Manley's investigation of a series of bombings in Austin last month garnered praise from city officials and amplified calls for him to take over on a permanent basis
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Road Closures Around Woodway Area On Friday Due To Barbara Bush’s Public Repose
Posted on · FIND a map with street closures and detours in the story
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Houston Police Officers Will Take Training On LGBTQ Terminology
Posted on · Equality Texas and the Montrose Center have developed the training and Houston Police Department's Chief Art Acevedo hopes it will help the concept of 'relational policing'
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Suspect Arrested, Charged With Murder Of 8-Year-Old Boy, After Drive-By Shooting
Posted on · Devonte Lockett, 18, has been arrested and charged with murder, for his involvement in last month’s drive-by shooting
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How Could Mayor’s New Commission to End Gun Violence Be Most Effective?
Posted on · The Mayor's Commission to End Gun Violence will focus on research and recommend solutions at the local level. Our guests lay out what needs to happen to make this group effective.