Trason Bragg

Anchor and Reporter at KHOU-TV (Houston, TX)

Emmy Award Winning Anchor/Reporter KHOU

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Houston dog dies from heat exposure as owner faces potential charges

6 days ago | kens5.com | Trason Bragg

Animals The SPCA is urging people to make sure their pets have access to shade and water when they're outside. Author: Trason Bragg, Michelle Homer Published: 7:08 PM CDT May 30, 2025 Updated: 6:48 AM CDT June 1, 2025 HOUSTON — A dog left on a balcony in the Houston heat last week has died, according to the Houston SPCA. The Harris County District Attorney's Office will decide if the dog's owner will be charged, according to the Precinct 1 Constable's Office.
Houston dog dies due to extreme heat exposure | khou.com

1 week ago | khou.com | Trason Bragg

The dog was left on an apartment balcony in the heat, according to the Houston SPCA.
Houston family counting their blessings after close call with bank juggers

1 week ago | khou.com | Trason Bragg

HOUSTON — It was supposed to be a quick stop at the bank. Instead, one Houston family said it turned into a terrifying close call. "They could’ve took his life over $200," said a woman who asked not to be identified for safety reasons. She said her son-in-law was targeted after making a withdrawal at an ATM at a Bank of America branch on Houston’s south side on May 5. "It’s just scary all the way around," she said.
DEA warns Houston of rise in Nitazene, a drug 25 times stronger than fentanyl

1 week ago | kvue.com | Trason Bragg

HOUSTON — The DEA is warning of a new and dangerous drug making its way into Houston. “The newest thing that we're seeing, that is really scaring us, and it's really hard for us to combat right now is Nitazene,” William Kimble, acting special agent in charge of the Houston Division of the DEA, said. Special Agent Kimble told KHOU 11 News that Nitazene is a synthetic opioid more than 25 times more potent than fentanyl.
DEA warns Houston of rise in Nitazene, a drug 25 times stronger than fentanyl

1 week ago | cbs19.tv | Trason Bragg

HOUSTON — The DEA is warning of a new and dangerous drug making its way into Houston. “The newest thing that we're seeing, that is really scaring us, and it's really hard for us to combat right now is Nitazene,” William Kimble, acting special agent in charge of the Houston Division of the DEA, said. Special Agent Kimble told KHOU 11 News that Nitazene is a synthetic opioid more than 25 times more potent than fentanyl.
Man accused of defrauding seniors in Black History bus tour scam, Harris County Pct. 7 says

3 weeks ago | myfoxzone.com | Trason Bragg

HOUSTON — Harris County Precinct 7 Constable's Office has arrested Shawn Shoemaker. Shoemaker is accused of defrauding more than 30 senior citizens who paid for a Black History bus tour that never materialized, Pct. 7 said. Authorities say Shoemaker contacted the seniors through the Third Ward Multi-Service Center, promising them a Black History tour with planned stops at museums in Atlanta and Memphis. Shoemaker was a volunteer at the center, Pct. 7 said.
Money Coach shares budget-friendly tips to save for summer vacation

1 month ago | thv11.com | Trason Bragg

HOUSTON — As summer approaches, many families are looking forward to a much-needed vacation — but with tight budgets this year, affording that trip could be a challenge. Financial expert Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, known as “The Money Coach,” says there are simple ways to uncover extra money around the house and cut costs while traveling. “There are a number of ways that people can save for a summer vacation or save on the actual vacation,” Khalfani-Cox said.
Money Coach shares budget-friendly tips to save for summer vacation

1 month ago | kcentv.com | Trason Bragg

HOUSTON — As summer approaches, many families are looking forward to a much-needed vacation — but with tight budgets this year, affording that trip could be a challenge. Financial expert Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, known as “The Money Coach,” says there are simple ways to uncover extra money around the house and cut costs while traveling. “There are a number of ways that people can save for a summer vacation or save on the actual vacation,” Khalfani-Cox said.
3 killed in Texas scaffolding collapse but one tragedy hits even harder

1 month ago | abc10.com | Trason Bragg |Lupita Villarreal

SABINE PASS, Texas — An industrial accident early Tuesday morning at the Port Arthur LNG site claimed the lives of three Houston-area men and injured two others. It happened around 2 a.m. at the construction site on Gulfway Drive in Sabine Pass, nearly 100 miles from Houston. The incident involved Bechtel employees working on a scaffolding structure when it unexpectedly collapsed, causing three employees to fall.
Son witnessed his father fall to his death at Port Arthur construction site, Houston attorney says

1 month ago | kens5.com | Trason Bragg

Texas News Ryan Zehl of Zehl and Associates said he now represents the families of two of the men who died, Felipe Mendez and Felix Lopez, in a wrongful death lawsuit. Author: Trason Bragg, Lupita Villarreal Published: 5:09 PM CDT April 30, 2025 Updated: 9:45 PM CDT April 30, 2025 SABINE PASS, Texas — An industrial accident early Tuesday morning at the Port Arthur LNG site claimed the lives of three Houston-area men and injured two others.