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Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion’s Heated Online Feud: A Timeline of Their Exchanges

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The once-harmonious relationship between Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion has taken a sharp turn, evolving into a fiery online feud that has captivated fans. What initially seemed like an amicable connection turned tumultuous on Friday when Megan, 28, dropped her latest single, “Hiss,” sparking a series of public exchanges between the two rap sensations.

As tensions escalated, Minaj, 41, took to Instagram Live and X (formerly Twitter) to respond, unleashing a barrage of comments and diss tracks. Here’s a detailed look at the unfolding feud:

March 2023: Subtle Jabs and Unsettled Scores

While the feud reached its peak recently, it may have had its origins in March 2023. XXL Magazine reported on Minaj’s song “Red Ruby Da Sleeze,” which contained references to horses— or stallions. Some fans speculated that this might have been an early jab at Megan, though the reasons remain unclear.

Megan’s “Hiss” Ignites the Fire

Megan took the spotlight on X with the release of “Hiss,” featuring pointed and unyielding lyrics. One particular bar, referencing “Megan’s Law,” led many to believe it was aimed at Minaj and her husband, Kenneth Petty, a registered sex offender. The lyrics triggered a storm on social media.

Minaj Responds with Tory Lanez Reference

In response to Megan’s lyrics, Minaj took to Instagram Live, delivering her own rap seemingly aimed at Megan. The lyrics made reference to Tory Lanez, who was convicted for the 2020 shooting of Megan. The exchange intensified the online dispute.

Megan’s Radio Call-In and Minaj’s Online Venting

Megan addressed the controversy surrounding “Hiss” on “The Breakfast Club,” choosing a cryptic stance with the phrase, “A hit dog will holler.” She later shared a photo on Instagram Stories, interpreted by some as a subtle acknowledgment of the feud.

Minaj continued venting on X, liking and reposting supportive fan posts. She labeled Megan a “pathological & manipulative liar” and brought up her own musical success while criticizing Megan’s career.

Mentions of Megan’s Late Mother and Ex-Boyfriend

Minaj shared a post referencing Megan’s late mother, implying falsehoods in Megan’s previous statements. She also reposted Pardison Fontaine’s song, believed to be about Megan, calling her a “disgusting serpent” in another post. Minaj went further on Stationhead and Instagram Live, launching more verbal attacks.

Minaj Drops Names and Announces New Song

Finally, Minaj directly named Megan on X, accusing her of being afraid of Minaj releasing a new song. She announced a track titled “Big Foot,” accompanied by provocative statements and tagging Megan’s X account.

As the feud continues to unfold, Megan remains focused on promoting “Hiss” across her social media platforms. The clash between these two powerhouse artists has captivated the music world, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the next chapter in this ongoing saga.

Critical Dates for Texas Voters: Feb. 5 Deadline to Register, March 5 Primary Election Day Approaches

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As the primary election day in Texas draws near, residents are reminded of the impending deadline to register to vote. Texas stands among the 16 states hosting an open primary, granting registered voters the flexibility to participate in either party’s primary.

Scheduled for March 5, Texas will conduct Republican and Democratic primaries to determine the candidates who will feature on the November ballot. In cases where no candidate secures more than 50% of the votes, runoff elections are slated for May 28.

Key Dates to Remember:

  • Feb. 5: Deadline for voter registration or information updates
  • Feb. 20: Commencement of early voting
  • Feb. 23: Final day for counties to receive mail-in voting applications
  • March 1: Conclusion of early voting
  • March 5: Primary election day

Here’s what Texans need to know:

Prospective voters in Texas are mandated to submit paper voter registration applications. This can be done by printing an application and mailing it to the local county’s election office, requesting an application by mail, or visiting the nearby voter registrar. Residents may also register to vote while renewing their Texas driver’s license or identification card online.

Voters should anticipate receiving their voter registration certificates within 30 days of registration. These certificates include a unique identification number, details about the local voting precinct, and information about representatives at the federal, state, and local levels.

To check registration status or update information, citizens can click here. Online updates for address or name changes are also available for those already registered.

U.S. citizens turning 18 by election day can register, and Texans must register in their residing county. Convicted felons must complete their sentence, probation, and parole before becoming eligible, while individuals deemed mentally incapacitated by a court are ineligible to vote.

For mail-in voting in Texas, voters must meet criteria such as being 65 or older, having a sickness or disability preventing in-person voting, expecting childbirth around election day, being absent from the county during early voting and on election day, or being in jail but otherwise eligible.

The Ballot Highlights:

Texans will cast their votes in the presidential election, as well as federal, state, and local races. Fifteen state Senate seats are up for election, along with all seats in the U.S. and Texas Houses.

Eight statewide races, including a U.S. Senate seat held by incumbent Ted Cruz, one for Texas Railroad Commissioner, three for Texas Supreme Court Justices, and three for Texas Court of Criminal Appeals members, will feature on all ballots.

Local positions like sheriffs, county tax assessors, county commissioners, and justices of the peace will appear on some communities’ ballots.

Understanding the Primary System:

On March 5, Texans can vote in either the Republican or Democratic primary without registering with a specific party. Candidates securing over 50% in each primary race proceed to the November ballot, while those without a majority face a runoff on May 28, involving the top two candidates.

Libertarian and Green parties will hold separate conventions for candidate selection. Texans can choose to participate in one party’s primary, runoff, or convention each election year.

Despite typically lower turnout, Texas primaries play a crucial role in shaping the November elections. In 2020, around 25% of registered voters (4.1 million) participated in the primaries, while nearly 67% (11.3 million) cast their ballots in the subsequent November elections, as reported by the secretary of state’s office.

Nuevas Sedes de los Consulado Sobre Ruedas

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Del 29 de enero al 2 de febrero nuestro Consulado Sobre Ruedas I se encontrará instalado en:

  • Consulado Sobre Ruedas I:
    St. Leo the Great Catholic Church
    2131 Lauder Rd., Aldine, Tx 77039
    Del 29 de enero al 2 de febrero nuestro Consulado Sobre Ruedas II se encontrará
    instalado en:
  • Consulado Sobre Ruedas II:
    Alvin D. Baggett Community Center
    1302 Keene St, Galena Park, TX 77547

Las unidades Sobre Ruedas estarán ofreciendo servicios de documentación: pasaportes, copias certificadas de actas de nacimiento, matrimonio y defunción, con CITA, así como credenciales para votar del INE, estas en un horario de 9 a 2pm y podrán tramitarla SIN CITA.

Para agendar una cita deberá marca al 424-309-0009, visitar el portal de MiConsulado https://citas.sre.gob.mx/ o mandar un mensaje por Whatsapp https://wa.me/14243090009

Houston-based car buying company Vroom shuts down, some customers left in limbo

One of the largest online used car dealers in the country just closed, and this one is in our backyard. Houston-based Vroom, that took over Texas Direct Auto in 2015, is no longer selling cars. But, it’s not a clean closure. Customers still have a lot of questions. Investigator Amy Davis is getting answers.

Investigator Amy Davis stops by the Vroom office to ask questions about the company closure.
Investigator Amy Davis stops by the Vroom office to ask questions about the company closure. (Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

Some people were in the middle of buying cars when Vroom announced last week it was ‘winding down operations.’ Other customers want to know about outstanding paperwork and warranties. Even when they were open our investigations have shown customer service was not great. If you need to reach someone for an outstanding issue, you better move quickly.

Store closed signs up at Vroom in Stafford

The signs at Vroom, formerly Texas Direct Auto in Stafford, say the store is closed. But we found their lot full of vehicles.

Investigator Amy Davis stops by the Vroom office to ask questions about the company closure.
Investigator Amy Davis stops by the Vroom office to ask questions about the company closure. (Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

A manager told us out of hundreds of employees in Houston only five are left to wind down operations. He also said almost all of these cars have been purchased by customers or other dealers. Nationwide this was the only physical car lot Vroom owned. All other business was online.

Kerra Wade in Indiana and Lynn Ruggieri in Connecticut were right in the middle of buying cars when Vroom abruptly announced it was closing.

KPRC 2 Investigates the closure of Houston-based used car buying company Vroom.
(Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

“I’m unable to get on the app, to check the status of my delivery,” said Wade. “I just feel very, overwhelmed. Distressed. Well, I’m a single mother with. I don’t just have cash to just be purchasing cars and things like that.”

“I’m worried that I’m going to lose my money and. And not have a car. And I don’t have a car right now,” said Ruggieri. “I can’t get a hold of them. I don’t have a car, and i don’t have my money.”

Both have already made down payments and spent hours on hold with customer service agents.

In 2021 we showed you thousands of Vroom customers complaining and commiserating on Facebook.

KPRC 2 Investigates the closure of Houston-based used car buying company Vroom.
KPRC 2 Investigates the closure of Houston-based used car buying company Vroom. (Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

Back then the Houston Better Business Bureau was juggling some 1,900 customer complaints, from delayed deliveries to customers who couldn’t get the titles to their vehicles.

“They need to be the squeaky wheel in a big way. Let’s say you’re most of these things unfortunately are cash or their money or if anything was tied to a credit card. Get that reversed. Get it done right away. Document your stuff,” said Parsons.

Just last month the Texas Attorney General settled a Deceptive Trade Practice Act lawsuit with Vroom that left the company with a $3-million judgment it owes the state.

KPRC 2 Investigates the closure of Houston-based used car buying company Vroom.
KPRC 2 Investigates the closure of Houston-based used car buying company Vroom. (Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

Vroom’s CEO said in this statement the company had planned to raise more money to keep the used car sales side of the business going but quote “‘despite significant efforts to do so, we ultimately were unable to raise the necessary capital in the current market.”

Vroom told us they are working to close all deals that were in progress.

There’s a section on the Vroom website to help answer common customer questions and some toll-free numbers customers can call.

In total some 800 Vroom employees are losing their jobs.

Vroom isn’t going away completely. They just won’t sell used cars anymore. They have other subsidiaries called CarStory, a search engine to help you find used vehicles for sale across the country.

Four lanes of I-45 closed in Montgomery County due to hazmat spill, crash

Four lanes of Interstate 45 in Montgomery County are closed on Monday due to a hazmat spill and crash.
Four lanes of Interstate 45 in Montgomery County are closed on Monday due to a hazmat spill and crash. (Houston Transtar)

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas – Four lanes of Interstate 45 in Montgomery County are closed on Monday due to a hazmat spill and crash.

Two vehicles were involved in a crash on I-45 at Wilson Road. The right shoulder of the highway, the right lane, and two center lanes are closed due to the incident.

Drivers should find other routes. To see traffic conditions in your area, see our map here.

Local firefighters are also still on the scene

Gas leak near TDECU Stadium shuts down several streets on UH campus

TDECU Stadium at the University of Houston seen in an aerial view on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Smiley N. Pool / Houston Chronicle ) City: Houston Location: South Side GPS: N29(degrees)43.190′ W95(degrees)20.879′

HOUSTON – A gas leak has been reported near the TDECU Stadium on the University of Houston campus Monday morning, according to campus officials.

The leak was located at the stadium’s parking garage on Holman Street.

Holman Street has been shut down from Scott and Cullen streets. The stadium garage is also closed until further notice.

Officials said stadium garage permit holders are being told to park in Zones E or F during this time.

The cause of the leak is unknown.

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Suspected drunk driver arrested after crashing into constable’s deputy in Atascocita

Suspected drunk driver arrested after crashing into deputy (Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4)
Suspected drunk driver arrested after crashing into deputy (Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4) (Copyright 2024 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.)

ATASCOCITA, Texas – A suspected drunk driver has been arrested after he reportedly crashed into a Precinct 4 constable deputy Sunday night.

According to Harris County Constable Precinct 4′s office Facebook, around 11 p.m., Deputy Leon with Constable Mark Herman’s Office was assisting the Atascocita Fire Department with traffic control near Atascocita Road and Eagle Springs Parkway.

https://www.facebook.com/Precinct4/posts/778139737681079?ref=embed_post

Officials said that’s when a driver crashed into the back of Leon’s patrol vehicle.

The suspect was handcuffed and reportedly showed multiple signs of intoxication.

Deputy Leon was transported to a nearby hospital with serious injuries.

The suspect is expected to be booked into the Harris County Jail after he is released from the hospital.

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Houston firefighters jump off 2nd-floor balcony to escape patient who pulled gun on them, HPD says

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A suspect has been arrested for allegedly pointing a gun at two firefighters during a medical call in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.

Jaime Marquez, 23, is charged with two counts of aggravated assault against a public servant, authorities said.

The incident happened in the 6000 block of Bissonnet around 11 p.m. on Saturday.

According to police, the firefighters responded to the Ashford Buena Vista Apartments to check on a 23-year-old patient who told officials he was having seizures. The man reportedly began responding confused.

https://twitter.com/FireChiefofHFD/status/1751513016745562594?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1751513016745562594%7Ctwgr%5E6dd7f77b7d3b14c923508853c41f19c72e306a36%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.click2houston.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2F2024%2F01%2F28%2Fman-who-pulled-gun-on-firefighters-responding-to-medical-call-at-sw-houston-apartment-complex-charged%

Police said the man asked if he could retrieve a shirt from his room but returned with a weapon described as a loaded firearm and pointed it at the firefighters.

The firefighters, fearing for their lives, ran from the apartment and jumped from a second-floor balcony. One injured his right arm, and the other hurt his face.

Officials said they are expected to be OK after being taken to a local hospital.

Mayor John Whitmire and Houston Firefighters Union president Marty Lancton held a news conference Sunday after talking to the injured firefighters.

“I’ve been in contact with the firefighters, and they’re going to recover,” Whitmire said. “Certainly, they’re shaken and realize what a close call they had. It just demonstrates again that we have a public safety issue in the city of Houston.”

“The biggest thing that they told me was that they were scared,” Lancton said. “Firefighters have emotion and feelings too and they’ve got families and this is a situation you don’t expect, but the credit goes to them.

Marquez is behind bars. He’s scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday.

Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez posted on the platform X, formerly known as Twitter, to give well wishes to the first responders.

https://twitter.com/SheriffEd_HCSO/status/1751556118055149867?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1751556118055149867%7Ctwgr%5E6e46b347c198ff671c5381c80233b0f7bb37521a%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fabc13.com%2Fhouston-fire-department-firefighters-injured-man-pulls-gun-on-crew%2F14367182%2F

Fire Chief Samuel Peña thanked the Houston Police Department for quickly arresting the suspect in a separate post.

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Southeast Texas Soaks in Sunshine with Mild Temperatures, Rain Chances Loom Next Week

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Residents of southeast Texas are experiencing a delightful change in weather as the region transitions from a cool and cloudy start to a sunny afternoon, pushing temperatures into the low 60s. The favorable conditions are expected to persist for the next few days, providing an ideal backdrop for outdoor activities.

Meteorologists anticipate continued sunshine on Monday, offering pleasant weather for the region. While high clouds are predicted to gradually increase on Tuesday and Wednesday, sunshine is expected to break through the cirrus clouds, maintaining temperatures in the seasonal 60s.

As for freezing weather, the current Houston forecast remains freeze-free. However, long-range signals suggest a potential return of freezing temperatures around the middle of February, prompting residents to stay vigilant and keep an eye on weather updates.

Looking ahead to rain prospects, Thursday emerges as the earliest day for any precipitation to make an appearance on the 13 Alert Radar network. The chances of showers are pegged at 20% on both Thursday and Friday. However, a more significant shift is anticipated on Saturday, with thunderstorms forecasted to return, bringing rain chances up to 60%.

Despite the increased rain chances, the likelihood of flooding seems low at this point. Meteorologists assure that this weather system will not stall out, in contrast to the one experienced last week. Consequently, residents can expect one day with a higher rain chance, followed by clearing conditions. While there is no imminent threat of flooding, precautions should be taken, as the potential for severe weather accompanies the upcoming system. Stay tuned for further updates as the weather situation evolves.

Houston Among Top Cities for Living Well on $100,000 Income, Study Find

A recent study conducted by GOBankingRates has positioned Houston as one of the leading cities in the United States for individuals earning $100,000, highlighting the city’s favorable cost of living. The comprehensive study analyzed various data points, incorporating insights from the U.S. Census American Community Survey and the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Expenditure Survey, to assess the financial landscape for those with a $100,000 income.

According to the findings, a person earning $100,000 in Houston would have a net income after taxes amounting to $78,089. The study calculated the average total expenses for a Houston resident with this income to be $43,105.46, leaving a surplus of $34,983.54 in income after covering essential expenses.

This places Houston at the seventh position among the top 50 cities in the country for income after expenses. The categories contributing to the total expenses calculation include annual rent, groceries, healthcare, utilities, transportation, and miscellaneous costs.

Surpassing Houston in the rankings are two other Texas cities, with El Paso securing the second spot and San Antonio in third. An El Paso resident earning $100,000 would anticipate a total income after expenses of $37,685, while a San Antonio resident could expect $37,081. Memphis claimed the top spot on the list, projecting its residents to take home $39,397 after expenses.

Conversely, the study identified New York as the most expensive city in the nation for individuals with a $100,000 income. Residents in New York face a negative income after expenses of -$6,209. San Francisco also joined the list of cities with negative income after expenses, with residents ending up with -$1,342.

The study sheds light on the significant financial advantages Houston offers to individuals with a $100,000 income, making it an attractive destination for those seeking a high quality of life while effectively managing their expenses.