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An auto repair shop is suing Pasadena over its new parking ordinance

Andrew Schneider

Posted on December 9, 2021 · Attorneys for Azael Sepulveda argue that the ordinance, aimed at auto repair shops, violates the Equal Protection Clause of the Texas State Constitution.

Tags Auto repair City of Pasadena lawsuit parking ordinance Texas State Constitution

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Tollway Team Helps Get Drivers Out Of Scary Situations

Gail Delaughter

Posted on November 14, 2018 · We’ve been reporting on how Houston highways are some of the most dangerous in the nation. With that in mind, what happens if your car suddenly has a flat or runs out of gas on a busy toll road?

Tags Auto repair freeway breakdowns harris county toll road authority sam houston tollway toll road

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Houston Matters

Making A Hobby Out Of Helping Stranded Motorists

Abner Fletcher

Posted on August 16, 2018 · We meet Walt Brinker, a former Houstonian who has made a hobby out of helping motorists stranded along the roadside — so much so that he wrote a book about it.

Tags Auto repair automobiles car breakdowns cars Roadside Survival tires Walt Brinker

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WATCH: Your Car May Have Auto Issues After Harvey. Here Are Some Basic Things To Look For

Tomeka Weatherspoon

Posted on October 21, 2017 · Even if a car wasn't completely submerged, there may still be damage due to the high water

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Harris County deputies severely injured a man during an arrest, federal lawsuit says

Lucio Vasquez

Posted on March 23, 2023 · The federal lawsuit claims the two off-duty deputies used excessive force when arresting a man outside of a restaurant in March 2021.

Tags assault Bombshells Harris County DA's Office harris county sheriff's office lawsuit police brutality

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Harris County Constable officers used excessive force in police K-9 attack, federal lawsuit says

Lucio Vasquez

Posted on February 24, 2023 · Body-camera video shows officers handcuffing an unarmed man while a police dog continues to maul him. The attack lasts for about 43 seconds.

Tags Harris County Precinct One lawsuit police brutality police dog

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Lina Hidalgo returning to Houston after spending a few weeks away, staff member says

Adam Zuvanich

Posted on January 25, 2023 · The Harris County judge planned to meet with officials in tornado-ravaged Pasadena upon her return Wednesday. Hidalgo visited an ill family member in Colombia and then took a vacation, according to her staff.

Tags City of Pasadena Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo leave of absence Lina Hidalgo tornado

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Houston Christian track coach accused of sexual misconduct in second lawsuit, lawyer says more cases will follow

Lucio Vasquez

Posted on January 4, 2023 · The two lawsuits accuse HCU’s former associate head track coach and recruiting coordinator of using his position to take advantage of female student-athletes.

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