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5 things for Houstonians to know for Thursday, Feb. 17

5 things for Houstonians to know for Thursday, Feb. 17

1. Houston man sentenced to more than 4 years in prison for $317 million N95 mask scam. A Houston man has been sentenced to more than four years in federal prison for scheming to fraudulently sell 50 million non-existent N95 facemasks to the Australian government, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery. Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/02/17/5-things-for-houstonians-to-know-for-thursday-feb-17/

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PRECINCT 4 TAKES 46 POUNDS OF METH OFF THE STREETS

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PRECINCT 4 TAKES 46 POUNDS OF METH OFF THE STREETS

A Pct 4 K9 Unit conducted a traffic stop on US Highway 59 near Kingwood Dr. During the traffic stop K9 Kodiak alerted to the vehicle and 46 pounds of Methamphetamine were recovered from the vehicle. Two males were placed in custody for Manu… Original Article: https://montgomerycountypolicereporter.com/montgomery-county-precinct-4-takes-46-pounds-of-meth-off-the-streets/

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Here are the Houston-area warming centers open as temperatures drop Friday evening

Here are the Houston-area warming centers open as temperatures drop Friday evening

Here’s a list of some temporary warming centers in the Greater Houston area opening their doors tonight Those looking for more information can call 2-1-1. NACC Disaster Services at 16605 Air Center Blvd., Houston, 77032. Salvation Army at 1603 McGowen St., Houston, 77004. Houston’s Downtown Library at 500 McKinney St.,… Original Article: https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/weather/2022/02/04/418533/warming-centers-open-due-to-the-cold-temps/

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LIVE BLOG: Here’s what happened across the Houston area as residents try to combat arctic temperatures

LIVE BLOG: Here’s what happened across the Houston area as residents try to combat arctic temperatures

10 p.m. – Drivers struggled on icy roads in the Cypress area. HOUSTON – Those behind the wheel are encouraged to use feeder roads in our area to avoid icy overpasses and bridges on the freeway. 10 p.m. – Montgomery Co. officials use sand to battle slick road conditions. Original Article: https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2022/02/04/live-blog-see-conditions-around-houston-area-as-arctic-cold-front-sweeps-through/

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Where to find temporary warming centers in the Greater Houston area

Where to find temporary warming centers in the Greater Houston area

HOUSTON — As Texans keep their eyes on the weather, some temporary warming centers across the Greater Houston area are opening to keep people out of the cold. This list will be updated as KHOU 11 gets information on more warming centers. Harris County. NACC Disaster Services. Location: 16605… Original Article: https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/warming-centers-near-me-texas/285-d2fda2b5-2c82-42cf-913e-6d67e7626ab6

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‘Lives are hanging in the balance’: COVID crisis continues to impact Houston-area animal shelters

‘Lives are hanging in the balance’: COVID crisis continues to impact Houston-area animal shelters

HOUSTON — Animal shelters in Houston and other cities are struggling to keep up with an increase of homeless animals and a decrease in adoptions. The omicron surge only made things worse. Best Friends Animal Society, a leading animal welfare organization, is warning of a nationwide animal shelter crisis… Original Article: https://www.khou.com/article/life/animals/covid-crisis-animal-shelters/285-0f33d1bb-310f-4c1a-8857-d18c3137ad6f