SUMMARY: One person has died from carbon monoxide poisoning in Houston amid ongoing power outages following last week’s storm, according to Fire Department Chief Sam Peña. As residents await power restoration, some not expected until Wednesday, concerns grow over the use of portable generators. Increased calls for carbon monoxide incidents have been reported, with officials emphasizing the dangers of using generators indoors or too close to buildings. Additionally, issues such as electrocution, electric shock, and fire hazards are highlighted. Guidelines include proper generator placement, using heavy-duty extension cords, hiring qualified electricians, and safely storing fuel. Safety tips from FEMA and the Red Cross urge installing carbon monoxide alarms and seeking fresh air if feeling unwell.

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SUMMARY: The Travis County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide after finding a man with gunshot wounds in northwest Austin early Monday morning. Deputies responded to a check welfare call around 4 a.m. in the 13000 block of Amarillo Avenue, near West Parmer Lane and McNeil Drive, and discovered the unresponsive man in the street. Despite CPR efforts by deputies and life-saving measures by Austin-Travis County EMS, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. No suspects are currently in custody. The sheriff’s office urges anyone with information to contact the TCSO Tip Line at 512-854-1444 or Crime Stoppers at 512-472-8477.

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SUMMARY: Red Lobster, the world’s largest seafood restaurant chain, filed for bankruptcy due to over $1 billion in debt and less than $30 million cash. Known for popularizing affordable seafood and its cheddar bay biscuits, Red Lobster has faced declining customer visits, mismanagement, and increased competition from fast-casual chains. Thai Union Group, its major shareholder since 2020, implemented cost reductions and strategic errors. Additionally, the chain has seen a 30% drop in customers since 2019. Red Lobster plans to sell to lenders for financing while closing more restaurants and maintaining operations under a $100 million financing agreement.

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