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Chris Stomberg, Neighbor
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Wake up, Space City! It's me, Chris, your humble servant of the Houston Daily — coming right back at you with the plug on what's happening.

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Here are the top stories today in Houston:

  1. Artist Alex Arzu will soon complete his newest art project in Houston's downtown area: a massive glass box on the side of the Lyric building filled with an image of sharks drifting through chords of music. The art installation is large enough that it will be able to be seen by passengers on I-45. The piece also illuminates at night in a rainbow of colors, truly making it a sight to behold. For the next two weeks, Arzu will be on the side of the Lyric building, four stories high, readying the piece for completion. Give him a shout out if you see him! (KHOU.com)
  2. A new vacuum-powered boat dubbed the "Bayou-Vac" has joined the Buffalo Bayou Partnership's bayou cleanup team. The custom-designed vehicle has been years in the making, but now it's finally ready to help eliminate the trash that often accumulates in Buffalo Bayou. The Buffalo Bayou Partnership's Clean & Green program has worked tirelessly for 20 years now to keep the 14-mile stretch of bayou that runs through Houston's downtown beautiful. Partnership Field Operations Manager Robby Robinson said, "We foresee being able to gain an entire workday worth of time for every offload, making us twice as efficient at clearing trash from the bayou." (Community Impact Newspaper)
  3. Houstonian Andre Thomas was shook down in his own home by corrupt policeman Gerald Goines back in 2016; six years later, he's still out thousands of dollars. This crime and many others are possible due to the legality in Texas of a police procedure known as civil asset forfeiture. This process provides police with the go-ahead to seize money or property that they believe was acquired through illicit means. Arif Panzu is a representative from the Institute for Justice which is currently suing Harris County for the practice. He said in a statement, "It's [civil asset forfeiture] one of the most dangerous assaults on property rights and due process because police and prosecutors have the financial incentive to seize and forfeit property without convicting anyone of a crime in the first place." (Houston Chronicle)
  4. Kyle Coolack, 37, is a wanted fugitive still on the run after he allegedly shot and killed an as of yet unidentified victim on March 11. The shooting was first reported in the 7200 block of West Greens Road. Crime Stoppers is willing to pay up to $5,000 for help in apprehending this suspect. You can reach them at 713-222-8477 or go online to www.crime-stoppers.org. (KPRC Click2Houston)
  5. A newly released episode of the local podcast Town Square covers how a looming recession might affect Houston's economy as well as what you can do to be prepared. Now that interest rates have been raised twice by the Federal Reserve in an effort to fight inflation, many economists believe a recession is becoming more and more likely. The podcast also goes into detail about how children born into poverty can escape it as adults. If you have time, tune in to Town Square to better understand how we ended up on the edge of yet another recession as well as what you can do to minimize its effects on your household. (Houston Public Media)

Headlines you need to see:

Today in Houston:

  • Jurassic Quest at NRG Center. (1 p.m.)
  • Bike Night at Urban South Brewery. (6:30 p.m.)
  • Kevin Hart: Reality Check at Toyota Center. (7 p.m.)
  • Miller Outdoor Theatre - Shakespeare Festival: "Cymbeline." (8:15 p.m.)
  • Karaoke Night at The Secret Group. (10 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • Spirit Airlines is hosting a hiring event today at the Hilton Houston North on Greenspoint drive from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. They are looking to hire 200 new flight attendants for its George Bush Intercontinental Airport team. (FOX 26 Houston via Facebook)
  • A family from Baytown had their hearts warmed by the miraculous return of their German shepherd who was stolen more than 5 years ago. The dog, Sheba, was over 600 miles away from her beloved family home. Dog owner Stephanie Malmstrom said, "This is insane. Like I won $1 million and a cruise also."(ABC13 Houston via Facebook)

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Now you're armed with current events and ready to throw down in H-town! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow to touch base. Peace ✌

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