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• 2 dead, 1 hurt in shooting at church near Fort Worth, Texas

  29-12-2019 20:05 via chron.com
  
  WHITE SETTLEMENT, Texas (AP) — Two people were killed in a shooting at a church near Fort Worth, Texas, on Sunday morning and a third person has been taken to a hospital, first responders said.
  MedStar Mobile Healthcare spokeswoman Macara Trusty told the Associated Press that one person died at the West Freeway Church of Christ in White Settlement and the other died en route to the hospital.
  A third person is being treated at a hospital and all of the victims are male, she said. MedStar is
  
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• Man arrested after SWAT team standoff inside Houston pawn shop

  29-12-2019 17:04 via chron.com
  
  A burglary suspect was arrested after he barricaded himself inside a Houston pawn shop near Federal Road.  Houston police said they received a call around 1 a.m. Sunday morning regarding an alarm and possible break-in at the pawn shop.
  
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• Stormy Sunday: Strong thunderstorms pushing through the Houston area

  29-12-2019 14:53 via chron.com
  
  A cold front with showers and strong thunderstorms is expected to push through the Houston area Sunday morning. According to the National Weather Service, the front will push off to the coast by noon.  Strong thunderstorms could produce gusts up to 60 mph and isolated street flooding is possible.
  
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• Police: Baby held hostage after mother’s assault in East Houston

  29-12-2019 07:00 via chron.com
  
  A domestic violence assault early Sunday morning escalated into a hostage situation involving a 1-year-old girl, according to the Houston Police Department.
  
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• New details emerge in Christmas Eve domestic violence murder

  29-12-2019 07:00 via chron.com
  
  An arrest warrant for Albert Simon, accused of murding Carolee Taylor, that was made public Sunday details the woman’s killing and the violence her family experienced and witnessed leading up to it.
  
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• Man who fled from traffic stop dies in car crash in S. Houston

  29-12-2019 07:00 via chron.com
  
  A man who fled a traffic stop Saturday night crashed into a tree during a police chase and died at the scene, according to the Houston Police Department.
  
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• Man shot dead outside of his north Houston apartment

  29-12-2019 07:00 via chron.com
  
  A man was killed in the parking lot of his apartment complex after a group of men approached him and offered to sell him tools early Sunday, according to the Houston Police Department.Around 12:50 a.m., the man drove into the parking lot of the Mira Vista complex near Meadowfern Drive and Northborough Drive, and was approached by the group of men, said Houston Police Detective Jason EscobarAfter the men reportedly offered to sell the victim some tool, he went inside his apartment and told his wi
  
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• Man lured outside by tools shot dead outside of his north Houston apartment

  29-12-2019 07:00 via chron.com
  
  A man was killed in the parking lot of his apartment complex after a group of men approached him and offered to sell him tools early Sunday, according to the Houston Police Department.Around 12:50 a.m., the man drove into the parking lot of the Mira Vista complex near Meadowfern Drive and Northborough Drive, and was approached by the group of men, said Houston Police Detective Jason EscobarAfter the men reportedly offered to sell the victim some tool, he went inside his apartment and told his wi
  
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• Houston rapper Cashout Ace recovering after deadly attack during video shoot

  29-12-2019 07:00 via chron.com
  
  Two people died, including a University of Houston student who was hired to film the video.
  
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• Fort Bend sheriff: Molotov cocktails thrown at sergeant's house, car

  29-12-2019 07:00 via chron.com
  
  Two improvised explosives were thrown at the property of a Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office sergeant this week, according to law-enforcement officials.
  
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• Two-story fitness center, Yoga Studio help Cane Island residents keep fitness goals

  29-12-2019 06:00 via chron.com
  
  When it comes to keeping their fitness resolutions without the cost of gym memberships, residents of Katy’s Cane Island will start the new year off right thanks to a resort-quality fitness center, Yoga Studio and group classes — all within the confines of the community’s Cane Quarter.
  Open 24/7, Cane Island’s two-story fitness center offers ample cardio equipment so there’s never a wait for a treadmill, StairMaster or stationary bike. Plus, all are equipped with per
  
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• Sierra Vista is the site of GHBA Benefit home

  29-12-2019 06:00 via chron.com
  
  Land Tejas, A Houston residential developer for 20 years, has delivered more than 28,000 homes across 16,500 acres. One community is home to one of the GHBA’s Benefit Homes Project home. Land Tejas donated a lot to HistoryMaker Homes so they could construct their Alder Plan for the 39-year-old GHBA charity fundraiser. Land Tejas has proven to be a long-time supporter of the association as they have donated 17 lots.
  The Benefit Homes Project partners with Houston’s home builders, deve
  
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• Meridiana ushers in 2020 with vast collection of move-in ready homes

  29-12-2019 06:00 via chron.com
  
  The start of the new year is the ideal time to find a new home. That’s especially the case in Meridiana, the community south of Pearland where award-winning builders have created a collection of new, move-in ready homes from the low $200,000s.Three-, four- and five-bedroom plans at or near completion provide families with more selections, builder options and all the special touches expected in a new luxury home. Buyers can choose from single- and two-story homes featuring island kitchens,
  
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• Many consider Houston a retirement destination

  29-12-2019 06:00 via chron.com
  
  Houston might not be the first place that comes to mind when people think about retiring, but interestingly enough, the Bayou City has become a popular destination among retiring baby boomers, and people of all ages.
  Whether it’s the allure of the warm climate, the low cost of living, the comparatively affordable housing market, world-class health care, or the absence of a state income tax, Houston has much to offer to people who are retiring.
  According to Richard Falgout, a broker associa
  
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• Kristie Carruthers brings many skills to clients

  29-12-2019 06:00 via chron.com
  
  Kristie Carruthers, a Realtor with Carruthers Real Estate Group, Better Homes and Gardens Gary Greene, brings a lot to the table when it comes to serving her clients.
  Carruthers is a teacher by profession, with a master’s in education. She taught school for many years and is at ease in helping clients learn about an area, schools, or the real estate process. She also is a good listener, learning all she can about her clients’ goals.
  Being a teacher alone brings a wide range of talent
  
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• HomeAid delivers holiday gift to Fort Bend Women’s Center

  29-12-2019 06:00 via chron.com
  
  HomeAid Houston recently delivered some Holiday Cheer to the women and children at Fort Bend Women’s Center (FBWC). Dozens of gift cards worth $3,950 were donated earlier in the month to HomeAid by the Greater Houston Builders Association’s Adopt-A-Family program. Cards from Kohl’s, Target, H-E-B and VISA gift cards were presented to FBWC’s Becky Watts, volunteer engagement manager and Vita Goodell, executive director. The cards were valued from $25 to $50 each.
  “We
  
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• Highland Homes builds in Woodforest

  29-12-2019 06:00 via chron.com
  
  Just 5 miles north of The Woodlands, lies the Johnson Development master-planned community of Woodforest in Montgomery. The established neighborhood features a variety of amenities including Forest Island — a 16-acre tennis and aquatics center, Woodforest Golf Club, Stampede Sportsplex, parks and trails, a lifestyle director and more.
  Highland Homes builds in this community on 40-, 50-, and 55-foot lots starting from the $240,000s and $320,000s. With six move-in ready homes, many lots to c
  
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• Greenwood King celebrates 2019, donates to Star of Hope

  29-12-2019 06:00 via chron.com
  
  Greenwood King Properties celebrated the 2019 holiday season with the annual, all-company luncheon held at Brennan’s of Houston in early December.Welcomed by company co-founder and owner Linda King, the agents, management, and staff enjoyed pre-luncheon Christmas cheer as a harpist played seasonal melodies.“Everyone in our company works very hard all year long and it’s great to kick back, socialize, and appreciate what we’ve achieved,” said King. “All of us lo
  
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• Contemporary River Oaks-area home combines English architecture, modern design

  29-12-2019 06:00 via chron.com
  
  This inviting home at 3835 Olympia Drive in the River Oaks area was constructed by Tanglewood builders and offers English inspiration and modern touches.
  The 7,389-square-foot home provides a courtyard entrance and has a slate roof and copper oriel window. Its charcoal/gray/white interiors by Burgess & Loh are accented with elegant black and white Walker Zanger tile.
  The home also boasts European oak floors and stone from Chateau Domingue, as well as an elevator and a theater-ready media roo
  
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• Fans descend on Toyota Center as Rockets take on the Nets

  29-12-2019 00:55 via chron.com
  
  In this much-anticipated Rockets’ matchup against the Nets, H-town fans expect to get their money’s worth to see Russell Westbrook and James Harden in action. Houston fans are decked out courtside for Saturday night's game.
  
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