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1 dead after 7 people shot during large gathering at Crosby gas station, HCSO says
SUMMARY: In North Harris County, a late-night gathering at a Crosby gas station turned tragic when gunfire erupted, leaving seven people shot and one deceased. The incident occurred on Crosby Lynchburg Road, as captured by security footage from a nearby taco truck. The victims, aged 16 to 25, included five men and two women, with two being airlifted to hospitals. The scene, chaotic with around 100 attendees, prompted investigations due to reports of a possible takeover prior to the shooting. Sheriff Gonzalez noted that large gatherings typically remain peaceful, but this incident raised serious concerns. Authorities seek information on the suspects.
It happened at a gas station on Crosby-Lynchburg Road near the Crosby Freeway.
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By the numbers: Stats to know about the Texas Longhorns' 2025 season
SUMMARY: The Texas Longhorns football team is off to a 0-1 start this season, with no SEC games played yet. They average 7 points scored and 14 points allowed per game. Offensively, the team performs best in the fourth quarter, scoring all their points then, while defensively, they allow most points in the second and fourth quarters. The Longhorns rank No. 7 in the AP poll and No. 6 in the Coaches Poll. They trail opponents 65% of the game time, convert 26% of third downs and 17% of fourth downs, and have lost 50 yards to penalties. The highest attendance at DKR was 105,215 during the 2024 Texas-Georgia game.
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YouTube vigilantes help feds bust $65M scam ring targeting seniors
SUMMARY: Federal prosecutors in San Diego dismantled a $65 million international fraud ring targeting elderly Americans, aided by YouTube “scambaiters.” The 28 indicted members, mostly Chinese nationals, collaborated with India-based call centers using fake tech support and psychological tactics to steal money. Victims were tricked into returning supposed “extra” refunds via wire transfers, gift cards, or cash. Agencies including Homeland Security, FBI, and IRS arrested suspects across several states and seized over $4 million in assets. YouTubers from Scammer Payback and Trilogy Media helped identify key defendants by baiting scammers and exposing their operations, highlighting innovative law enforcement collaboration.
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LIVE: Tropical weather update
SUMMARY: Happy Labor Day! This is KHO1 meteorologist Pat Havlin with your tropical weather update for Monday, September 1. The Atlantic remains quiet as we near the peak of hurricane season on September 10. We’re watching a tropical wave off Africa with increased development odds now at 60%. It’s disorganized but may form into a tropical storm or depression by the end of the week over open water. Steering high pressure will influence its path—either moving west toward the Caribbean or curving north out to sea. The Gulf and Caribbean remain calm, though we monitor stationary boundaries near Florida. Stay tuned for updates.
WATCH LIVE: Meteorologist Pat Cavlin tracks a spot in the Atlantic that now has a 60% chance for development.
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