Child’s tearful testimony dominates Galveston court
In a Galveston trial, Steven McDowell faces charges of strangling Crystal McDowell in 2017. Video testimony from the couple’s young daughter described witnessing the murder at age five, including details of a confrontation over divorce and a forceful act against Crystal. The girl testified she saw her father slam hands on Crystal’s face during the incident.
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Area volleyball teams put in summer work
Area volleyball teams report summer conditioning and drills as they build rosters for the upcoming season. Coaches emphasize fundamentals, strength training, and team chemistry while scouting prospects and planning preseason practices across local schools.
Bible Verse Amid Quiet Assurance of Strength
A concise verse passage offers reassurance not to fear, emphasizing that God is with you, will strengthen and help you, and uphold you with a righteous hand. The message centers on divine support and steadfast presence.
Texas lawmakers mark session with tax, school funding gains
Legislators Carol Alvarado and Brandon Creighton along with Reps Briscoe Cain Mayes Middleton and Mary Ann Perez assess the session. Alvarado cites House Bill 3, a $6.5 billion education boost and $5.1 billion for property tax relief, including full day pre K and merit pay options. Creighton notes historic $5 billion property tax cut and a 3.5% rollback requirement, plus school finance investments and teacher pay increases.
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Brandon Creighton
Briscoe Cain
Mayes Middleton
Mary Ann Perez
Texas House
Senate
Dan Huberty
Houston
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Greg Abbott
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Turner shooting case drags on as investigations continue
Four weeks after Pamela Turner, a 44 year old Baytown resident, was shot during an attempted arrest, investigations into the incident proceed. The case remains under review by Baytown police internal affairs and the Texas Rangers, with limited public comment as Julian Castro references it in campaign remarks.
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Baytown YMCA to Close July 31 and Rework Baytown Reach
The Baytown Family YMCA will shut its doors July 31 and stop offering a Baytown facility or memberships. Members may cancel or transfer to other Houston area branches, with the nearest being Wendel D. Ley Family YMCA on Wallisville Road. The YMCA of Greater Houston will shift focus to community partnerships and programs in Baytown, moving activities to Lee College and local campuses while seeking a new Baytown site for Livestrong and other services. DeAndra Edwards-Stanley can be reached at 281-458-7777 for partnership inquiries.
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