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KPRC 2 Pet Project: Meet Rocky
SUMMARY: In KPRC 2’s pet project, the Houston Humane Society introduces Rocky, a three-year-old German Shepherd mix seeking a loving home. Rocky is energetic, playful, and great on a leash, making him the perfect running partner. Adoption supervisor Tyler Scott highlights his affectionate nature, encouraging families to consider him as a pet. Throughout November, all adoption fees are waived for veterans and service members. Interested adopters can visit the Houston Humane Society at 14700 On Me Road, open daily from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Additionally, Dodge, a previously featured six-year-old lab, has successfully found his forever home.
Rocky is a 3-year-old German Shepherd who’s been patiently waiting at the shelter for over a month, hoping to find his forever home. He’s a sweet boy who loves giving kisses, is great on leash, and is very treat-motivated!
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Texas pushes back against DOJ on election integrity | Texas
SUMMARY: Texas officials have rejected the U.S. Department of Justice’s plan to monitor election activity on Election Day, asserting that federal monitors are not allowed inside polling places or during ballot counting under state law. Governor Greg Abbott and Secretary of State Jane Nelson emphasized that Texas has established robust procedures for fair elections. In response, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has deployed an Election Day Rapid Response Legal Team to oversee activities and address potential issues, including ensuring election integrity and responding to legal challenges. Both parties urge the public to report any suspected election violations.
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Hidden Danger in Deer Park home causes family to evacuate
SUMMARY: A Deer Park family faced a hidden danger when they discovered nearly 20 pounds of spilled mercury left by the previous homeowner. The situation was serious enough to warrant a Hazmat scene, forcing the family to vacate their home for months. They lost furniture and spent significant effort to remediate the situation themselves. Despite their hardships and an official request for further testing being denied, the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office and local commissioner Adrian Garcia assisted them. Eventually, testing revealed only minor mercury vapor presence, allowing the family to plan their return to the home.
The dream of homeownership quickly turned into a nightmare for the Mounts family when they discovered a hidden hazard in their new home in the College Park subdivision of Deer Park.
The situation stemmed from a seemingly innocuous container left behind by the home’s former owner, an antique repairman and stained glass artisan.
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Houston woman accused of trying to sell her baby in Facebook group, court documents say
SUMMARY: Houston woman Junifer Bryson is set to appear in court after being accused of attempting to sell her newborn baby on Facebook. Charged with child sale, she allegedly posted in a birth mom group seeking adoptive parents and requested compensation from interested parties, stating she wanted payment before the birth. Under Texas law, selling a child is a felony, punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. Bryson’s bond has been set at $30,000, and the court hearing is scheduled for this morning. Further details on her motives are anticipated in court.
Investigators said she told someone she wasn’t going to wait until after the birth to get paid and was asking for a minimum of $150 …
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