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HPD officer-involved crash: Driver collides with Houston police cruiser responding to robbery in progress near Acres Homes area

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2 weeks ago

April 27, 2024

abc13.com – KTRK – 2024-04-27 09:43:53

SUMMARY: A driver in Houston collided with a Houston Police Department officer who was responding to a robbery call, resulting in minor injuries for the driver. The crash occurred in the Acres Home area near South Victory and N. Shepherd Road. The officer was driving with lights and sirens on when the crash happened at an intersection. The driver’s vehicle rolled over due to the impact, and both vehicles sustained significant damage. The driver suffered minor injuries and shoulder soreness but is expected to be okay after being taken to the hospital. The officer was not injured in the crash.

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Issues from cyber security event continue at Ascension

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29 mins ago

May 9, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Nabil Remadna – 2024-05-09 16:20:30

SUMMARY: Ascension, a healthcare company in Central Texas, detected a cybersecurity event with unusual activity on network systems, leading to disruptions in clinical operations. Patient care delivery is still safe but impacted. The hospital system is investigating with the help of experts and notifying authorities. Cybersecurity expert Heena Rathore warns of vulnerabilities in hospitals due to sensitive information. Michael Larssen expressed concern over potential impacts on patient care. Ascension advises changing passwords and monitoring financial statements for possible targeting. Larssen urges for more transparency from Ascension regarding the situation. The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided.

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‘Wheel of Fortune Live!’ travels the country giving ‘Wheel’ watchers a chance to spin and win

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1 hour ago

May 9, 2024

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abc13.com – OTRC – 2024-05-09 15:19:52

SUMMARY: “Wheel of Fortune Live!” is a travelling version of the popular TV game show, bringing the iconic Wheel to audiences across the country and Canada. Host Mark L. Walberg explained that the live show allows audience members to fulfill their dream of being on “Wheel of Fortune” by playing the game on stage. Contestants are randomly selected to spin the Wheel, solve puzzles, and win prizes like trips and cash. The experience is nerve-wracking for contestants, but ultimately a fun and entertaining celebration of the game. Even if you don’t make it on stage, there are still chances to win prizes in the audience.

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Longhorns flip DT transfer Lole from Oklahoma

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3 hours ago

May 9, 2024

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www.kxan.com – Noah Gross – 2024-05-09 13:50:54

SUMMARY: Louisville transfer Jermayne Lole, a 6-foot-3, 310-pound defensive tackle, announced his commitment to Texas, flipping his transfer from Oklahoma. This is significant as Texas lost key players T’Vondre Sweat and Byron Murphy. Lole has experience from his time at Louisville and Arizona State, bringing depth to the defensive line. He joins players like Alfred Collins and Vernon Broughton in anchoring the defensive front. Lole is the 10th transfer for Texas in this class, and they open their season on Aug. 31 against Colorado State.

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