Alyssa Ford

Minneapolis

Journalist at Freelance

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Houston Braces for Stormy Week Ahead with Thunderstorms and Rain on

2 weeks ago | hoodline.com | Alyssa Ford

Houston residents stepping out this week should keep an umbrella handy, as forecasts and today’s weather point to a series of stormy days ahead. In what’s shaping up to be a turbulent shift from the weekend’s high heat, storms are expected to become a daily routine. Today began with a bout of thunderstorms that, according to theâ€¯Houston Chronicle, triggered watches, warnings, and the deployment of state emergency resources.
Houston Heatwave Leads to Surge in Drownings as Officials and

2 weeks ago | hoodline.com | Alyssa Ford

Source: Facebook/Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4As Houston grapples with a scorching heatwave, local waters have sadly claimed nine lives this year, prompting officials to urgently renew their warnings about water safety. According to Click2Houston, Harris County is experiencing a tragic uptick in drownings, with two young toddlers the latest victims this past week.
Houston Braces for Sizzling Temperatures as Heat Index Soars to 104

2 weeks ago | hoodline.com | Alyssa Ford

Houston residents are bracing for potentially record-breaking heat this weekend, with temperatures forecasted to hit the high 90s. According to the National Weather Service, the city could see a high near 95 today, with heat index values climbing as high as 104. To find detailed, up-to-date weather information for Houston, residents can visit the National Weather Service website. The city might soon to experience its first 100 degree day of 2025.
Harris County Man Arrested for Driving While Intoxicated After

2 weeks ago | hoodline.com | Alyssa Ford

Authorities responded to a vehicular incident on the 7300 block of Aerobic Drive, where an individual struck a light pole, raising concerns of driving under the influence. Chance Knight, the driver involved, was found displaying signs indicative of intoxication. Deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Office arrived on the scene to assess the situation, leading to the administration of the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. These measures are aimed to objectively evaluate the impairment of a driver.
Houston Man Charged with Aggravated Assault After Collision Injuring

2 weeks ago | hoodline.com | Alyssa Ford

A suspect has been taken into custody in connection with a traffic incident that resulted in injuries to a Houston Police Department officer as well as another individual. The collision occurred in the early hours on the service road of State Highway 290, around the 13000 block of Northwest Freeway.
15-Year-Old Detained After Northwest Harris County Stabbing Leaves Two

3 weeks ago | hoodline.com | Alyssa Ford

A 15-year-old was taken into custody yesterday following a stabbing incident in northwest Harris County that resulted in two individuals being hospitalized. The event occurred in the 6400 block of Seegers Trail Drive. According to Click2Houston, officials from the Harris County Pct. 4 Constable’s Office reported a, "heavy law enforcement presence at the scene," where the young individual was taken into custody and the victims were swiftly transported to a local hospital.
Cynthia Wilson Takes Helm as Houston Mayor's New Chief of Staff

3 weeks ago | hoodline.com | Alyssa Ford

Source: City of HoustonThe City of Houston is undergoing a leadership change in the Mayor’s Office, with Chief of Staff Chris Newport stepping down and Cynthia Wilson assuming the position. Newport, who played a significant role in establishing Mayor John Whitmire’s administration, is leaving the role to focus on family responsibilities but will continue to serve as a close advisor to the mayor, according to an announcement made earlier today.
YMCA Offers Free Water Safety Classes to Combat Childhood Drownings in

3 weeks ago | hoodline.com | Alyssa Ford

Source: Unsplash/ Kevin PaesWith rising temperatures, more children from Houston and North Texas are spending time at pools, beaches, and lakes, increasing the importance of water safety education. In response, the YMCA of Greater Houston is offering free water safety classes focused on drowning prevention. "Unfortunately, drowning is the second leading cause of death for youth under the age of 14.
Woman Fatally Shot by Deputies During Narcotics Warrant Execution in

3 weeks ago | hoodline.com | Alyssa Ford

A woman was fatally shot by deputies in Brazoria County near Alvin during the execution of a narcotics search warrant. The incident took place at a residence on Doris Stinson Road shortly after 3 p.m. yesterday, as reported by Click2Houston. During the execution of the search warrant by numerous law enforcement agencies, the situation escalated when the woman reportedly brandished a firearm at the deputies. The confrontation led to two Constable deputies discharging their weapons.
What Is Water Cremation?

3 weeks ago | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Maggie Fazeli Fard |Alyssa Ford |Heidi Wachter

Water cremation — also known as aquamation or alkaline hydrolysis — is an alternative to flame, or fire, cremation. Like flame cremation, water cremation is a process that reduces human remains to bone fragments. But instead of flame, it uses water and an alkali solution of potassium hydroxide that, when heated, dissolves the body, leaving behind bone fragments and a sterile liquid.