Miami, FL|News|
Crash Caused By Sex Act Seriously Injures 2 In Florida: Report
A woman was performing oral sex on the male driver when their SUV crashed head-on into a FedEx truck, officials say.
Jeffrey Perkins, Patch Staff
Jeffrey Perkins, Patch Staff
- Houston, TX
Born in San Antonio, I was raised in Arkansas but got back to Texas as soon as I could to attend Texas A&M University, where I earned a bachelor's degree in Telecommunication Media Studies. I started my journalism career as a copy editor at The Eagle in Bryan, Texas, in 2014 and later became the high school sports beat writer for the paper.
My seven years at The Eagle strengthened my passion for journalism, and I love getting to know people and telling their stories, both on the field and off. I've seen firsthand the importance of hyper-local journalism in a community, especially in an eventful 2020, when I helped with news coverage and design in addition to my high school athletics beat responsibilities.
I joined Patch in 2021 as Texas Field Editor for the Conroe-Montgomery County area.
I welcome your questions, comments and story ideas! Please contact me at jeffrey.perkins@patch.com or (479) 264-5801.
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San Antonio, TX|News|
11-Year-Old Texas Shooting Survivor: 'I Don't Want It To Happen Again'
Survivor Miah Cerrillo detailed her story of the Robb Elementary School shooting in a video testimony to Congress on Wednesday.
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Miami, FL|News|
Man Charged In Florida 'Pillowcase Rapist' Cold Case From 1980s
Broward County officials say Robert Koehler is responsible for a string of notorious South Florida assaults in the 1980s.
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Across Mississippi, MS|News|
Palazzo Headed To Runoff In MS 4th District Republican Primary
Incumbent Republican Steven Palazzo faced a large primary field and is fighting allegations he misspent campaign funds.
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Orlando, FL|News|
10-Year-Old Girl Charged With Murder In Orlando Shooting: Report
During a fight between her mother and another woman, the girl shot the woman with a gun from her mother's bag, Orlando police said.
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Dallas, TX|News|
Plane Crashes With Mechanical Issues In Fort Worth
The pilot was the only person on board and was uninjured. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the crash.
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Across Arkansas, AR|News|
5 Killed, 5 Injured In Arkansas Bus Crash With 18-Wheeler: Police
A school bus was crossing U.S. Highway 65 when it was struck by an oncoming 18-wheeler, sending both vehicles off the road.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
Former Judge Killed In Wisconsin Home, Part Of Government Hit List
The suspect is hospitalized with a self-inflicted gunshot wound, but authorities found a list targeting high-profile elected officials.
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Portland, OR|News|
Oregon Nurses Reach Agreement, Strike Averted At 1 Of 3 Hospitals
Nurses at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center reached a tentative two-year contract that will be voted on "in the coming weeks."
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Miami, FL|News|
Potential Tropical Cyclone One Brings Torrential Rain To Miami
Miami and South Florida have experienced heavy rainfall and flooding as the storm approaches the Florida east coast.
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Deer Park-North Babylon, NY|News|
East Northport Man Seriously Injured In Dix Hills Crash
The man crossed oncoming lanes and struck a tree early Saturday. He was taken to a hospital in Bay Shore.
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
1 Killed, 8 Injured In Phoenix Strip Mall Shooting
The victims range between ages 17 and 24, and the shooting started with an argument, police say.
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Houston|News|
Astros, Yordan Álvarez Agree To 6-Year Contract Extension: Report
The 6-year, $115 million deal begins next season and buys out the 2021 ALCS MVP's final three arbitration-eligible seasons.
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Houston|News|
Texas Lottery Jackpot-Winning Ticket Sold In Pearland
A Lotto Texas ticket worth nearly $18 million was sold in Pearland. The winner has yet to come forward.
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Across Kansas, KS|News|
Cheese Sold At Several Grocery Stores Recalled Over Listeria Concerns
Cheeses sold in several states are being recalled after the Food and Drug Administration found Listeria monocytogenes in a routine sampling.
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Houston|News|
Escaped Texas Inmate Killed In Shootout After 5 Found Dead: Police
Police disabled a stolen truck with the escapee inside and killed him in an exchange of gunfire late Thursday in Jourdanton.
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Dallas, TX|News|
Former Cowboys Running Back Marion Barber Dead At 38, Team Says
Barber, fourth on the Dallas Cowboys' all-time rushing touchdowns list, struggled with mental health issues after retirement.
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Tulsa, OK|News|
Gunman Targeted Surgeon In Tulsa Hospital Shooting: Police
A gunman armed with an AR-style rifle and handgun killed four people before killing himself Wednesday on a hospital campus, police said.
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Tulsa, OK|News|
Tulsa Hospital Shooting: 5 Killed, Including Gunman
Emergency personnel are tending to multiple victims outside the Natalie Medical Building at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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San Antonio, TX|News|
Uvalde School Police Chief Says He's Cooperating With Shooting Probe
Pete Arredondo rebutted accusations he hasn't responded to follow-up requests with investigators, but declined to answer questions.
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