SUMMARY: A man in Harris County Jail for murder is now accused of kidnapping 29-year-old Kaye Goodwin, missing from Baytown since April 21st. Quan Flowers, already charged with murdering Megan Rouse in May, kidnapped and assaulted Goodwin, though her whereabouts remain unknown. Goodwin’s mother received a call demanding $600, hearing her daughter’s cries for help. Baytown police, alongside Goodwin’s mother, are pleading for public assistance. Evidence traced to Houston suggested Flowers’ involvement in Goodwin’s case. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Baytown Crime Stoppers, as the community seeks answers and the family longs for peace.

Where is Kalie Goodwin? A question her friends and family have been asking since 29-year-old Goodwin was taken from her Baytown home on or about April 21, 2024.

Source

SUMMARY: Hurricane Barrel, a powerful Category 4 storm, is impacting Jamaica, already causing at least six deaths across the Caribbean and South America. Emergency officials are urging those near the Texas coast to monitor the hurricane’s path closely. Jamaica is experiencing severe weather, with residents boarding up buildings and relocating boats. The government has issued curfews and evacuations in vulnerable areas. Barrel previously caused extensive damage in the Southeastern Caribbean and Venezuela, with significant destruction and flooding. As the hurricane heads toward the Yucatan Peninsula and possibly Texas, officials emphasize preparedness, urging residents to have emergency supplies and heed warnings.

Hurricane Beryl hits Jamaica as it makes its move across the Caribbean. Still a powerful hurricane, it’s already caused significant damage and deaths across the region.

Source

SUMMARY: This report highlights two significant issues discovered along the Trinity River, affecting the dam and surrounding infrastructure. The first issue, found in May, involves erosion around a westward training wall, leading to partial failure. The second, discovered last week, involves severe erosion at the base of a support structure near the dam’s apron, prompting federal emergency alerts. In response, the Trinity River Authority is taking three major actions: lowering Lake Livingston’s water level, moving 100 truckloads of rock daily, and pumping concrete for essential repairs. These measures aim to ensure the dam’s safety before any tropical storms hit, with final repairs expected by month’s end.

Nearly a week after the Trinity River Authority declared a “potential failure watch” for the Lake Livingston Dam, we’re learning about the damage done during flooding earlier this year.

Source