Business and property owners file temporary restraining order and lawsuit against TPC
Houston attorneys, Mo Aziz and Karl Long of Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels, Agosto & Aziz and James Bradley of the Bradley Law Firm, represent Luxe Point Homes, LLC, Jesus Gil and Yessica Gil related to the November 27, explosion and subsequent fire at TPC Group’s Port Neches plant.
Houston attorneys, Mo Aziz and Karl Long of Abraham, Watkins, Nichols, Sorrels, Agosto & Aziz and James Bradley of the Bradley Law Firm, represent Luxe Point Homes, LLC, Jesus Gil and Yessica Gil related to the November 27, explosion and subsequent fire at TPC Group’s Port Neches plant.
Cancer in remission for 10-year-old Kentucky boy who received thousands of birthday cards
A 10-year-old boy in Kentucky who received more than 2,000 Christmas cards is in remission.
A 10-year-old boy in Kentucky who received more than 2,000 Christmas cards is in remission.
Jacquez Welch’s mom says her son's death is the start of his life-saving journey
The family of a high school football player who died suddenly this year is now redefining what “family” means to them through organ donation.
The family of a high school football player who died suddenly this year is now redefining what “family” means to them through organ donation.
No significant measurements of airborne asbestos found around TPC explosion site
Air sampling continues to verify no measurable concentrations of airborne asbestos fibers. Given the nature of asbestos, we have urged people not to try to attempt to clean up the debris themselves.
Air sampling continues to verify no measurable concentrations of airborne asbestos fibers. Given the nature of asbestos, we have urged people not to try to attempt to clean up the debris themselves.
Residents near TPC plant return home after evacuation order lifted
The judge’s mandatory evacuation order was lifted Friday morning, allowing tens of thousands in Port Neches and surrounding areas to return home.
The judge’s mandatory evacuation order was lifted Friday morning, allowing tens of thousands in Port Neches and surrounding areas to return home.
UTMB Galveston hospitals helping families by providing essential items in Care Closet
The UTMB Care Closet provides food items, toiletries, and clothing, so families can stay nearby without worrying about these essential items.
The UTMB Care Closet provides food items, toiletries, and clothing, so families can stay nearby without worrying about these essential items.
Superbug MRSA can remain on household surfaces for months, causing repeat infections, study shows
The deadly superbug methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, commonly referred to as MRSA, which is most commonly spread from person to person, can actually linger on household surfaces for months, often causing repeat infections in the same patient or strings of infections across families, new research shows.
The deadly superbug methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, commonly referred to as MRSA, which is most commonly spread from person to person, can actually linger on household surfaces for months, often causing repeat infections in the same patient or strings of infections across families, new research shows.
More Americans are surviving lung cancer, American Lung Association report finds
More Americans are surviving long cancer as the survival rate has increased over the last decade, according to a new report from the American Lung Association.
More Americans are surviving long cancer as the survival rate has increased over the last decade, according to a new report from the American Lung Association.
TPC fined almost $200,000 in recent years for violations related to not preventing toxic emissions
The agency has opened three cases against the company in the past five years, fining them more than $100,000 for air-related violations.
The agency has opened three cases against the company in the past five years, fining them more than $100,000 for air-related violations.
How dangerous is the gas burning in the refinery explosion in Port Neches?
Butadiene, or 1,3-butadiene, is a colorless gas that has a mild gasoline-like odor. The gas is extremely flammable and explosive.
Butadiene, or 1,3-butadiene, is a colorless gas that has a mild gasoline-like odor. The gas is extremely flammable and explosive.
More Americans are dying young, and it’s a uniquely American problem, study finds
More Americans have been dying between the ages of 25 and 64 in recent decades, causing the US life expectancy to drop for the first time in 60 years, and researchers say the cause is... complicated.
More Americans have been dying between the ages of 25 and 64 in recent decades, causing the US life expectancy to drop for the first time in 60 years, and researchers say the cause is... complicated.
E. coli cases from romaine lettuce grown in California more than double, kidney failure reported
Of the total number of cases, the CDC said that 39 people have been hospitalized and six people have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, a type of kidney failure. No deaths have been reported.
Of the total number of cases, the CDC said that 39 people have been hospitalized and six people have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, a type of kidney failure. No deaths have been reported.
Dad shares one last beer with sons in photo taken hours before cancer death
In a viral photo, a father is shown having one last beer with his sons hours before he died of cancer.
In a viral photo, a father is shown having one last beer with his sons hours before he died of cancer.
Judge allows Turkey Leg Hut to resume normal smoking operations
Residents have been at odds with the Turkey Leg Hut since it opened almost two years ago, because of parking issues, and the large crowds that go there.
Residents have been at odds with the Turkey Leg Hut since it opened almost two years ago, because of parking issues, and the large crowds that go there.
A quarter of Americans aren’t washing their hands while cooking, survey finds
Many Americans are dreaming about full plates and second helpings as Thanksgiving draws ever nearer, but one in three Americans is worried about getting food poisoning from someone else’s poor kitchen hygiene, according to a survey from the Water Quality and Health Council.
Many Americans are dreaming about full plates and second helpings as Thanksgiving draws ever nearer, but one in three Americans is worried about getting food poisoning from someone else’s poor kitchen hygiene, according to a survey from the Water Quality and Health Council.
Mission complete: Kevin Kline back in Houston, delivers hope for thousands
Kevin Kline of 93Q radio completes his mission to carry the names of over 2,000 children in a backpack across frozen Alaska to the top of the world, delivering hope and raising awareness.
Kevin Kline of 93Q radio completes his mission to carry the names of over 2,000 children in a backpack across frozen Alaska to the top of the world, delivering hope and raising awareness.
He did it- Mission complete. Kevin Kline finishes his 302 mile journey
All together a 302 mile run completely 3 goals getting a backpack with the names of over 2,000 children who are fighting cancer to the top of the world, meeting the fundraising goal of $200,000 and create awareness about cancer treatments for children.
All together a 302 mile run completely 3 goals getting a backpack with the names of over 2,000 children who are fighting cancer to the top of the world, meeting the fundraising goal of $200,000 and create awareness about cancer treatments for children.
More students are seeking mental health services on campus but are facing long wait lists
More college students are seeking mental health services on campus but often face long waitlists.
More college students are seeking mental health services on campus but often face long waitlists.
Man had hundreds of tapeworms in brain, chest after eating undercooked pork
A 43-year-old man in China who was suffering from seizures and loss of consciousness went to the doctor after his symptoms persisted for several weeks, only to discover that he had hundreds of tapeworms in his brain and chest, reports say.
A 43-year-old man in China who was suffering from seizures and loss of consciousness went to the doctor after his symptoms persisted for several weeks, only to discover that he had hundreds of tapeworms in his brain and chest, reports say.
Amid popularity of eyelash extensions, some doctors see uptick in lash mites due to poor hygiene
As eyelash extensions become a popular trend, some doctors say they are seeing an uptick in lash mites due to poor hygiene. Dr. Sairah Malik, an optometrist in Houston, said she’s seen an increase in Demodex, which is the medical term for the mites.
As eyelash extensions become a popular trend, some doctors say they are seeing an uptick in lash mites due to poor hygiene. Dr. Sairah Malik, an optometrist in Houston, said she’s seen an increase in Demodex, which is the medical term for the mites.