Austin, TX|News|
Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck By Austin Train: Police
A person was killed when an Austin CapMetro train struck them Wednesday afternoon near U.S. Highway 183 and Burnet Road.
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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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Orlando, FL|News|
Florida Man Drives Stolen Car To Space Force Base With Warning: Police
The man told police he was told by President Biden "in his head" to tell the government about "US aliens fighting with Chinese dragons."
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Houston|News|
US Offers Deal To Bring Home Griner, Whelan From Russia
Secretary of State Anthony Blinken told reporters about the proposed deal Wednesday.
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Across Alabama, AL|News|
All Clear Given For Bomb Threat At Auburn University: Officials
Police investigated a report of a bomb threat in the nursing building, according to a post from the school's AU Alert system.
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Dallas, TX|News|
Video Shows Tense Moments In Dallas Love Field Airport Shooting
The shooter threatened to blow up the airport and is charged with aggravated assault of a public servant, police say.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Julio Jones Agrees To 1-Year Deal With Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Report
The seven-time Pro Bowl receiver is entering his 12th NFL season and gives Tom Brady another receiving option.
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Baton Rouge, LA|News|
Raising Cane's Owner To Buy $100K In Mega Millions Lottery Tickets
If a ticket wins the jackpot, the money will be split among all 50,000 Raising Cane's employees, Todd Graves said.
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Houston|News|
Texas Tow Truck Driver Saves Deputy From Fiery Crash: Police
A Harris County Precinct 8 deputy was hit by a large truck early Tuesday, causing her patrol car to burst into flames.
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Dallas, TX|News|
9 Homes Destroyed, Many More Damaged In Texas Fire
A grass fire started in Balch Springs when mowers hit debris, and it quickly spread into a nearby neighborhood. No injuries were reported.
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Across Florida, FL|News|
Hunter Finds Missing Florida Woman's Body 85 Miles From Home: Police
Joan Kaloustian, a 76-year-old woman from Brooksville, was found Sunday by a hunter in Levy County, according to authorities.
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Houston|News|
Texas Officer Shot In Face After Pursuit In Houston: Police
Crystal Sepulveda was shot three times, and is in stable condition. The suspect was killed in an exchange with police.
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Dallas, TX|News|
Woman Fires Gun At Dallas Love Field Airport: Police
Dallas police quickly shot the woman, who was taken to Parkland Hospital. No other injuries were reported.
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Sugar Land, TX|News|
Dog Owner Charged In Mauling Death Of Texas Man: Police
The owner of the dogs who attacked a man in Fresno is charged with attack by dog resulting in death, Fort Bend County officials say.
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Across Maryland, MD|News|
Sailfish Stabs Maryland Woman Off Florida Coast: Reports
A sailfish on the line jumped in the boat and stabbed a 73-year-old woman during a fishing expedition off St. Lucie Inlet.
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Across Florida, FL|News|
Woman Stabbed By Sailfish Off Florida Coast: Reports
A sailfish on the line jumped in the boat and stabbed a 73-year-old woman during a fishing expedition off St. Lucie Inlet.
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Orlando, FL|News|
Car Crashes Into Ocean, Injuring Multiple People In Florida: Report
The driver crashed into the ocean in Daytona Beach, and several were injured, including a child, according to the News Journal.
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Sugar Land, TX|News|
Man Charged With Sexual Assault, Used Games To Lure Child: Police
A chiropractor from Baltimore traveled to Fort Bend County after connecting with the child in an online video game, police say.
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Baltimore, MD|News|
Maryland Man Charged With Sexual Assault Of Child In Texas: Police
A chiropractor from Baltimore used an online video game to connect with a child in Texas, according to authorities.
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Orlando, FL|News|
Person Lying On Railroad Tracks Killed By Train In Florida: Police
An unidentified person was lying on the tracks when a train hit them early Sunday in Osceola County, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
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Houston|News|
Texans Rookie John Metchie III Diagnosed With Leukemia
The Houston Texans' first-year receiver likely will miss the 2022 NFL season but expects to "make a recovery," he said in a statement.
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