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Billie Eilish Doubles Down on Anti-ICE Remarks, Calls Out Billionaires

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Billie Eilish Doubles Down on Anti-ICE Remarks, Calls Out Billionaires

Billie Eilish is standing firm on her outspoken political views, defending her criticism of immigration enforcement and urging wealthy elites to do more during difficult times.

“Use Your Platform”

In a new interview, Eilish said celebrities have a responsibility to speak out on issues like inequality and abuse of power—even if it sparks backlash. She questioned why advocating for vulnerable communities is often labeled controversial, emphasizing that influence should be used to help others, not protect public image.

Past Comments Resurface

Eilish previously drew national attention after denouncing U.S. immigration policies during an awards speech, where she voiced support for undocumented communities. The moment quickly went viral, fueling debate over celebrity activism.

She has also backed her words with action, pledging millions from tour earnings to charities and nonprofit organizations.

Criticism of Billionaire Silence

The Grammy winner renewed her criticism of extreme wealth, calling on billionaires to give more as global challenges intensify. Her remarks have been seen as indirect criticism of figures like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg.

Standing Firm

Despite controversy, Eilish shows no signs of backing down, framing advocacy as a moral obligation rather than a branding choice as debates over celebrity influence continue.

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Early voting starts this week ahead of Houston City Council District C runoff

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Early voting starts this week ahead of Houston City Council District C runoff

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Early voting starts on Wednesday in the special election runoff for Houston City Council District C.

District C is vacant because Councilmember Abbie Kamin resigned to run for Harris County Attorney. The winner fills that seat until January 2028.

SEE ALSO: Abbie Kamin tapped as next Harris County attorney

The district has 169,000 registered voters and includes communities such as Montrose, the Heights, Meyerland, and Oak Forest.

Joe Panzarella was the top vote getter among seven candidates in the April 4th special election. He earned a third of the 9,400 votes cast. He said he’s a grassroots organizer and a renewable energy developer.

“I love Houston, I believe deeply in its potential, but it can be hard to live in,” he told ABC13. “And I want to make it easier for all of us. I am running for safer streets, for more affordable housing, and for transparency at City Hall. I help push forward multi-million dollar utility-scale infrastructure projects across the nation, and a lot of this city council job is getting complicated infrastructure projects across the finish line.”

Nick Hellyar is also in the runoff. He trailed Panzarella by about 1,000 votes. He was in Mangum Manor Park, which he says is in disrepair, and needs an advocate at City Hall.

“The city has a lot of issues right now,” Hellyar said. “Not to mention public safety, the budget crisis that we’re bumping up against, infrastructure needs.”

“District C has flooded many times over the years. Neighbors and leaders in these communities are fighting every day for their neighborhoods and for their communities,” Hellyar said. “I want to use my experience working at city hall and as a small business owner to go down to the city and advocate for them and on their behalf and with them on the needs in their neighborhoods.”

Turnout will be key in a race with an expected low turnout. In April, less than 6% of eligible voters in District C cast a ballot.

“There’s definitely all kinds of issues that are facing us here in Houston, but I also think that there’s plenty of solutions and plenty of things to be optimistic about,” Panzarella said.

“This has been a volunteer-driven, grassroots type of campaign,” he said. “We’ve knocked on over 15,000 doors since April 4. We are really excited to be able to meet Houstonians where they are, at their door, having conversations about what they want to see from their local government, and we’re just really excited to continue having those conversations.”

Hellyar, a realtor and former council staffer, thinks he’ll expand on his support in the runoff.

“We can really hammer home on the experience,” he said. “The support that we have from business and labor and the broad coalition that we’ve kind of built on people just wanting to focus on neighborhoods here in Houston and make Houston a better place to live.”

Early voting runs from April 29 through May 12. Election Day is Saturday, May 16.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

Camp Mystic Director Apologizes After Deadly Flood

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Camp Mystic Director Apologizes After Deadly Flood

The director of Camp Mystic issued an emotional apology to families of campers and counselors who died in a devastating flood on July 4 last year.

Emotional Testimony at State Hearing

Speaking before Texas lawmakers, Edward Eastland said he carries the tragedy with him daily.

“I’m so sorry,” Eastland told families, acknowledging failures in communication and the inability to save those in their care. A total of 25 campers and two counselors died when floodwaters swept through the camp.

Families Demand Accountability

Parents of the victims filled the hearing room as lawmakers reviewed the camp’s emergency response. Investigators detailed a chaotic evacuation effort led by Eastland and his father, Dick Eastland, who died while trying to rescue campers.

Some officials, including State Sen. Charles Perry, questioned whether the camp should continue operating under current leadership.

Uncertain Future for Camp

Camp leaders say they may step back if necessary as the camp seeks to renew its license and reopen this summer in a different area. However, the effort faces opposition from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and multiple lawsuits filed by victims’ families.

Ongoing Scrutiny

The tragedy remains under investigation as state leaders weigh safety concerns and accountability, while grieving families continue to seek answers and justice.

For more on the Texas Hill Country deadly floods, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

Driver shoots passenger who tried to rob him after meeting to film social media content, HCSO says

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Driver shoots passenger who tried to rob him after meeting to film social media content, HCSO says

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — A robbery suspect was rushed to the hospital after being shot at a northwest Harris County intersection, according to the sheriff’s office.

The shooting was reported in the 12200 block of Bammel North Houston Road on Tuesday morning, and occurred inside a Tesla, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.

The suspect, who was the passenger in the Tesla, was reportedly critically injured after being shot, HCSO said. They added that the robbery victim, who was the driver, was also taken to the hospital, but did not say in what condition.

Officials said the two men, reportedly in their early to mid-20s, were recently acquainted and met to shoot social media content.

Major Ben Katrib said that both men work as social media influencers and were armed.

Katrib said that when the passenger pulled out his gun and tried to rob the driver, a short fight ensued, and the driver shot the passenger. He added that the passenger tried to run away from the Tesla but collapsed on the road.

The shooter, despite being taken to the hospital, does not appear to have been shot, according to Katrib.

Katrib said the names of the men involved were not being released at the time, and that an investigation is underway.

HCSO said that the northbound lanes of Bammel North Houston Road were shut down for the investigation.

Officials originally said the shooting occurred at a Valero gas station, but later clarified it occurred on the road while waiting at a red light.

Eyewitness News is gathering the facts on this developing story.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

9 Teens Arrested After Massive Crowd, Fights at Orlando’s Icon Park

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9 Teens Arrested After Massive Crowd, Fights at Orlando’s Icon Park

Authorities arrested nine teenagers after a large crowd gathered at Icon Park during a planned “takeover” event that turned chaotic over the weekend.

Fights Break Out, Deputies Injured

According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, more than 1,000 teens showed up around 7:30 p.m. on April 25, prompting a heavy law enforcement response. Deputies worked to break up multiple fights and disperse the crowd.

Two deputies were injured during the incident and taken to a hospital. Officials said both were treated and released.

Arrests Involve Minors

The nine individuals arrested ranged in age from 13 to 16. Charges include battery on a law enforcement officer, resisting arrest, fighting (affray), and trespassing.

Sheriff John Mina warned that such offenses carry serious consequences and could have long-term impacts on young lives.

Social Media-Fueled Event

Officials said the gathering was promoted on social media and that law enforcement had prior knowledge of the event. Sheriff Mina urged parents to monitor their children’s online activity and discourage attendance at similar gatherings.

Authorities are also preparing for another potential event on May 9, warning that a strong police presence will be in place to prevent further incidents.

Ongoing Concerns

The incident highlights growing concerns over large, social media-driven gatherings that can quickly escalate into unsafe situations, especially in popular public entertainment areas.

For more on crowd safety, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

2 women accused of digging under fence to steal puppy, HCSO says

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2 women accused of digging under fence to steal puppy, HCSO says

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after two women were caught on camera burrowing underneath a fence and then luring a family’s Great Pyrenees puppy with food.

Oso had only been a part of the family for a week, his 18-year-old owner said, when he vanished from the family’s backyard on Debbie Lane in north Harris County the night of April 19. It happened just hours before the teen’s birthday.

“It was just really hard to want to celebrate anything right after that,” he told Eyewitness News.

Video shows the women scoping out the family’s backyard around 8 p.m. from the apartment complex next door.

They return an hour later and start digging under the fence.

One woman then reaches under the newly created opening, holding what the sheriff’s office said was food.

“She reaches under, and you see him wandering closer, and, like, they lured him. He was a puppy,” said the dog owner.

The motion-activated camera doesn’t capture the exact moment the puppy is taken. But his owner said it doesn’t take a genius to figure out what happened.

“They broke up a family, they, you know, dug a hole, went to these lengths to steal our family dog,” he said.

Anyone with information that leads to Oso’s return can contact Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

The owner said he wouldn’t press charges if the pup is safely returned.

“I just want that piece of our family back,” he said.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

Homeowner finds suspect inside 13-year-old daughter’s bedroom in New Caney, MCSO says

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Homeowner finds suspect inside 13-year-old daughter’s bedroom in New Caney, MCSO says

NEW CANEY, Texas (KTRK) — Officials said a 63-year-old man has been arrested and charged after being found in a 13-year-old’s bedroom on April 21, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies with the MCSO East Patrol were dispatched to a home in the 21400 block of Dallas Street after someone called police following a disturbance between a homeowner and the suspect.

Officials said the homeowner arrived home and noticed an unfamiliar car in the driveway.

SEE HERE: Naked man arrested in 13-year-old girl’s bedroom was stalking her, police say

When the man went inside the home, officials said he found the suspect, identified as Miguel Navarrette, in his daughter’s room.

An investigation revealed that Navarrette first met the teen at church in the Houston area and met up solely to have sex with her, MCSO said.

Navarrette was detained and taken to the Montgomery County Jail and was booked on a charge of sexual assault of a child, a second-degree felony, officials said.

Investigators are asking anyone who may have been a victim or who knows of any additional victims on Navarrette to come forward. If so, MCSO says contact their main office at 936-538-5900.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

King Charles III, Queen Camilla Receive Ceremonial Welcome at White House

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King Charles III, Queen Camilla Receive Ceremonial Welcome at White House

King Charles III and Queen Camilla were formally welcomed at the White House on Tuesday, marking a high-profile moment in U.S.-U.K. relations.

The royal couple arrived at the South Portico, where they were greeted by Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump. The ceremony took place on the South Lawn despite rainy conditions, with officials and dignitaries in attendance.

Formal Ceremony Highlights

The state arrival ceremony featured traditional elements, including a review of the troops and planned remarks from President Trump. The event underscores the longstanding diplomatic ties between the United States and the United Kingdom, often referred to as the “special relationship.”

Diplomatic Tensions in Focus

The visit comes at a sensitive time, as tensions between the two allies have surfaced amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran. While Trump has maintained a friendly rapport with King Charles, his relationship with U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been more strained.

Trump has publicly criticized the U.K. and other NATO allies over their positions related to the conflict. However, he expressed optimism that the king’s visit could help strengthen diplomatic ties.

In a recent interview, Trump described King Charles as a “fantastic man” and suggested the visit could play a role in repairing relations between the two nations.

Renewed Focus on U.S.-U.K. Alliance

As global tensions persist, the state visit highlights efforts to reinforce cooperation between the U.S. and U.K. The ceremonial welcome serves not only as a symbol of tradition but also as a potential step toward easing diplomatic friction.

For more on King Charles’ visit, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

Tuesday brings the heat in Houston, but a stormy cool front will change our weather by the weekend

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Tuesday brings the heat in Houston, but a stormy cool front will change our weather by the weekend

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Houston officially hit 90-degrees Monday afternoon for the first time in 2026, and we’ll probably do it again Tuesday afternoon. While the work week is starting warm and humid, a stormy cool front will change our weather for the second half of the week, first with storms, then with cooler air.

It will be another warm and humid start with temperatures Tuesday morning only falling into the mid-to-upper 70s. This is near record warm low temp territory for late April and more appropriate for late July and August.

Sunshine breaking through the low clouds should again get the mercury into the low 90s Tuesday afternoon. Factor in the humidity, and it will feel closer to 100 degrees between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

How long does 90-degree heat stick around this week?

Our early taste of summer will continue through Wednesday with high temperatures again getting close to 90. Wednesday evening is when our stormy cool front will blow in from the north with a round of storms and then stall out nearby for the rest of the work week.

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What do the storm chances look like while the front is stalled out over Southeast Texas?

Storm chances are at 40% from Wednesday evening through Thursday, then they climb to 80% on Friday as an upper level Pacific storm blows over the top of the front. This will generate widespread showers and thunderstorms Friday and Friday night. The upper low will also get the front moving again, and it should clear out coast Friday night or Saturday morning.

Is severe weather possible?

Yes, there is a slim chance for a severe wind gust or severe hail with the storms that blow in with the front late Wednesday. Another round of severe weather is possible Friday as the main storm system blows over the front, but it’s still too soon to determine both where that threat will materialize and the significance of the threat. Once the front pushes past your neighborhood late Friday, the threat of severe weather will end.

So where does that leave us for weather this weekend?

With the front clearing the coast Friday night or Saturday morning, any rain lingering behind the front should clear out pretty quickly after sunrise Saturday. Cooler air flowing in on a north breeze will bring a morning low in the 50s, and whether or not it warms above 70 Saturday afternoon depends on how quickly the clouds clear out. Sunday looks spectacular with sunshine warm temps from the mid 50s into the upper 70s!

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Legal teams for Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni to meet ahead of trial

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Legal teams for Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni to meet ahead of trial

Attorneys for Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are set to appear in court this week as their ongoing legal dispute moves closer to trial.

Pretrial meeting set

The legal teams will meet Tuesday with a federal judge in New York to finalize key details, including trial length, witness rules, and what evidence and expert testimony will be allowed.

Jury selection is scheduled to begin May 18, with opening statements expected the same day.

Jury selection focus

Potential jurors will be questioned about their views on sensitive topics, including sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. They may also be asked whether they are familiar with high-profile figures such as Taylor Swift and Ryan Reynolds, or whether they have seen or read It Ends With Us, the film at the center of the dispute.

Background of the case

The legal battle began in December 2024, when Lively filed a complaint alleging sexual harassment during the filming of It Ends With Us. She also accused Baldoni and his production company, Wayfarer Studios, of orchestrating a campaign to damage her reputation.

Lively later filed a lawsuit in New York seeking $500 million in damages, while Baldoni denied the allegations.

Countersuits and rulings

Baldoni responded with a $400 million countersuit accusing Lively, Reynolds, and their publicist of defamation and extortion. That countersuit was later dismissed by a federal judge.

More recently, the court dismissed several of Lively’s claims, including those related to alleged sexual harassment. However, she is still allowed to pursue certain retaliation claims tied to alleged reputational harm.

Settlement efforts failed

Earlier this year, both sides spent hours in a court-ordered settlement conference in New York, but no agreement was reached, setting the stage for a trial that has been more than a year in the making.

For more on this story, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

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