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Sentencing phase in Gerald Goins' trial continues Monday after he suffered a medical emergency
SUMMARY: The sentencing phase of Gerald Goins’ trial will continue tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. He recently suffered a medical emergency in court, slumping over before being taken out by his team and transported by ambulance. Goins faces 5 years to life in prison for two felony murder convictions connected to the 2019 Harding Street raid, which was conducted under a false search warrant.
The former Houston police narcotics officer faces five years to life in prison for each felony murder conviction.
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Hurricane Milton: Evacuation orders expected Monday
SUMMARY: Mandatory evacuations in Florida will begin tomorrow as Hurricane Milton approaches, expected to make landfall near Tampa Bay midweek. The area is still recovering from Hurricane Helen, which caused significant storm surge and wind damage. Pasco Emergency Management director Andy FAA urges residents to heed evacuation warnings, emphasizing it’s crucial to act now due to hazardous debris and impending storm conditions. Milton is currently a Category 1 hurricane but could intensify to a Category 4, bringing 3 to 9 feet of storm surge. Authorities are ramping up debris removal efforts and preparing for potential rescues during the storm.
Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida later this week. Evacuation orders are expected to be issued on Monday.
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Tropical update: Milton expected to become a Category 4 hurricane before Florida landfall
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Pat Cinc from Houston, Texas, provided an update on Hurricane Milton on October 6, 2024. The storm, currently an 85 mph Category 1 hurricane, is expected to rapidly intensify to Category 2 by Monday morning and potentially reach Category 4 by Tuesday afternoon. Located in the southern Gulf of Mexico, Milton has ample warm water to fuel its growth, posing a significant threat to Florida’s west coast. Residents should prepare for possibly life-threatening storm surges even if the storm weakens before landfall. Ongoing updates are crucial as the situation evolves in the coming days.
The storm continues to intensify as it moves across the Gulf of Mexico.
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One killed, another injured in Southwest Houston shooting
SUMMARY: A shooting in West Houston has left one person dead and another hospitalized. The incident occurred early morning in a parking lot behind a business on Richmond. Police found the driver of a black sedan shot dead, while a passenger who called 911 reported being shot as well. The victims had exited their car to engage with a group of people when an unidentified assailant opened fire before fleeing the scene. Authorities are currently reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to gather information, but no suspects have been identified. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Houston Police Department.
One person was killed, and another was injured in a shooting in southwest Houston.
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