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Third Ward

Several Houstonians still without water have no idea when repairs will be made as the landlord can't afford it

Several Houstonians still without water have no idea when repairs will be made as the landlord can't afford it

Some residents in Third Ward have been without water for nearly a month since the freeze burst their pipes. They rent from the same landlord who says he doesn't have insurance nor the money to repair the pipes.

March 12
Third Ward residents upset after being given 15-day eviction notice

Third Ward residents upset after being given 15-day eviction notice

Long-time tenants of Barbee Street Apartments in the Third Ward are now being pushed out after originally only given a 15-day notice.

February 5
Black Lives Matter mural honors George Floyd at Jack Yates H.S.

Black Lives Matter mural honors George Floyd at Jack Yates H.S.

Artists and volunteers work on Black Lives Matter mural honoring George Floyd at Jack Yates High School in the Third Ward.

February 5
Say Their Names Memorial: Third Ward art exhibit honors Black Americans killed

Say Their Names Memorial: Third Ward art exhibit honors Black Americans killed

Houston rapper Trae tha Truth helps bring an art installation to Emancipation Park that remembers Black lives lost to police brutality and social injustice. The memorial is open to the public until Oct. 13.

September 28, 2020
TSU creates full scholarship for George Floyd’s daughter Gianna

TSU creates full scholarship for George Floyd’s daughter Gianna

“TSU’s executive and academic staff will prepare a place for Miss Floyd if she wishes to attend the University."

June 9, 2020
Hundreds attend memorial candlelight vigil for George Floyd

Hundreds attend memorial candlelight vigil for George Floyd

Jack Yates High School held a candlelight vigil in honor of its alumnus George Floyd.

June 8, 2020
Minneapolis police, protesters clash at 3rd Precinct over death of George Floyd

Minneapolis police, protesters clash at 3rd Precinct over death of George Floyd

Protesters gathered at the location where a man died in Minneapolis Police custody Monday evening, signaling their intent to fight for justice in the case. 

May 27, 2020
Houstonians gather to honor George Floyd, and protest police brutality

Houstonians gather to honor George Floyd, and protest police brutality

George Floyd, the man who died while in Minneapolis police custody, was from Houston's Third Ward. Residents gathered at Emancipation Park to honor him with a vigil.

May 26, 2020
Man who died in violent Minneapolis arrest was from Houston

Man who died in violent Minneapolis arrest was from Houston

There is a vigil being held in George Floyd's honor Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Emancipation Park.

May 26, 2020
2 dead from possible carbon monoxide poisoning in Third Ward

2 dead from possible carbon monoxide poisoning in Third Ward

Houston police say a man and woman were found dead from apparent carbon monoxide poisoning inside the Third Ward home they recently moved into.

February 20, 2020
Turkey Leg Hut, Joe Young give away 3,000 turkey legs for Thanksgiving

Turkey Leg Hut, Joe Young give away 3,000 turkey legs for Thanksgiving

In addition to the 3,000-leg giveaway, the Turkey Leg Hut is also offering a limited number of 18-20lb. fully cooked whole TLH turkeys and signature sides for pre-order this Thanksgiving.

November 25, 2019
Residents file lawsuit against Turkey Leg Hut, call eatery a 'public health risk'

Residents file lawsuit against Turkey Leg Hut, call eatery a 'public health risk'

According to a lawsuit filed by six Third Ward residents, city officials met with residents to discuss air quality issues surrounding Turkey Leg Hut, but they took no enforcement action against Nakia and Lyndell Price, the restaurant's owners. 

November 20, 2019
Texas Southern University debate team members discuss Democratic debate

Texas Southern University debate team members discuss Democratic debate

On the eve of the 2020 Democratic Debate that will be held on Texas Southern University's campus, the student body is addressing hot topics they hope will be discussed by the candidates.

September 11, 2019

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Minnesota police shooting of Daunte Wright sparks protests across US

Minnesota police shooting of Daunte Wright sparks protests across US

Fallen Capitol Police officer William ‘Billy’ Evans to lie in honor at US Capitol Tuesday

Fallen Capitol Police officer William ‘Billy’ Evans to lie in honor at US Capitol Tuesday

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US investigating possible air bag failures in GM vehicles

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Spring Branch ISD teacher on administrative leave after school lesson gone wrong

New proposed law could mean immediate parole eligibility for over 20,000 violent offenders

New proposed law could mean immediate parole eligibility for over 20,000 violent offenders

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