Harris County tightens access to hospital ERs program
Harris County public hospitals Ben Taub and LBJ begin the RightCare diversion to screen adults and refer nonurgent cases to community clinics. Children remain excluded. Nonemergency ER visits caused long waits. officials aim to cut costs and crowding by directing patients to clinics with new urgent care staff and deposits for ER or urgent care visits.
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Trial continues in Houston Medicare fraud case involving El Hawa
Indicted in November on conspiracy and tampering, El Hawa and Gonzales face new charges of health care fraud and misbranding tied to fake flu shots. Prosecutors seek trial as scheduled for Aug 15, while defense argues for severance or bond considerations. Arraignment on new charges set for today.
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Stabbing at Gator Motel leads to arrest in Anahuac
Chambers County deputies investigated a stabbing at the Gator Motel in Anahuac. Robert Kirkwood reported a disturbance with Annie Matthews and John Moore. Moore stabbed him, Moore was booked on aggravated assault and released on bond. Kirkwood treated for non life threatening injuries. Matthews fled. Call 409 267 8331 or Crime Stoppers with tips.
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Mayors legal clash prompts sheriff's probe vote
Council members Jerren Young Gay Young and Adonna Creel urged handing the dispute over to the Chambers County Sheriff's Office after months of talks with Mayor Landry. Landry defended his actions on a secretary substitute and purchases, while New Black Panther Organization reps voiced concerns about bias and improper funding.
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Galdenzi Plans Drainage Channel From Pond To Bayou
Susan Galdenzi must construct a channel from the north end of the detention pond to an outfall channel near Cary's Bayou and posted a $25,000 cash bond to secure drainage improvements. She must also secure Harris County Flood Control District approval to outfall storm water into the bayou. Deputy City Manager says city funds cover an alternate method if outfall is denied. Commission member Lewis McRee calls the agreement a welcome relief and cautions tightening minimum requirements.
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Finley recalls roadkill hobby in Baytown Sun column
Retired Baytown Sun managing editor Jim Finley describes his roadkill hobby, collecting smushed animals for preservation, and riffs on the difficulty of journalism while sharing a humorous lunch anecdote about a skunk and two cranes on a highway.
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