Nick Natario

Nick is a reporter at ABC13 in Houston, TX.

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SPACEX LAUNCH: Large crowds gathered this morning ahead of SpaceX’s milestone mission. For the first time, the company is aiming to send its spacecraft orbital. . We’re live all morning on @abc13houston just miles from the launchpad. 📷

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HARRIS COUNTY BUDGET: Today, commissioners could pass a budget with one of the largest tax rate increases. If approved, the average homestead appraisal would go up by nearly $190. I'll be live this afternoon on @abc13houston to let you know what happens.

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BEHIND THE SCENES: We're on day two of the midterm GOP convention. Here's a look at some of the stuff you don't get to see from Dallas on @abc13houston.

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FORT BEND COUNTY COMMISSIONERS RETURN: After more than two months, the two democratic members of Fort Bend County commissioners court returned today. Why now? @abc13houston at 3 & 5, I'll explain why and what this could mean with budget talks around the corner.

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FULSHEAR TAX RATE: Fulshear homeowners could soon see what of the largest tax rate increases in years. City leaders said the average homeowner would pay $140 more. @abc13houston at 4 & 6, what's behind the possible increase

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'IT'S FRUSTRATING': @FBCPrecinct4 missed his 3rd commissioners court meeting. Why? He said while the courts decide if Daniel Wong should remain as judge, he's concerned about county legal issues. @abc13houston at 4 & 6, despite McCoy's absence we'll explain how business resumed.

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With Lance McCullers Jr. reportedly on his way out of Houston, my first thoughts went back to 2019. Do you remember the 'nervous Astros fan' that went viral? McCullers gave him WS tickets. I always thought how cool of a move that was. #chasethefight https://t.co/Ip1EkVyEjc

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NERVOUS FAN RETURNS: The 🎥 loved this #Astros fan in New York. Tonight, he was back cheering on the @astros thanks to @LMcCullers43, who hooked him up with a pair of tickets. Watch the story here: #TakeItBack https://t.co/9qhWpU2KKS

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CAUGHT THEM ALL: This week, a card collector in Webster said 2 men broke into his business and stole nearly $9,000 worth of Pokemon cards. Officers arrested them after a chase. @abc13houston at 5 & 630, what we're learning about how the pair might be connected to other thefts.

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ROSENBERG FIREWORKS: Some of you called it Rosenberg's "Karen law." Now, after our reporting, it's changed. Council approved an item that would allow neighbors to call on neighbors using fireworks, and get a $500 ticket, no proof needed. @abc13houston at 430 & 6, what's changed.

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ELECTION RECORDS: A month ago, Fort Bend County said it suffered an error that impacted the primary runoff. I immediately asked for records. What did I receive? 1 email. @abc13houston at 4 & 6 what little information was being shared hours after polling locations suffered issues.

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LIBRARY HOURS: Just before they started a 3-day weekend, Fort Bend County Library staff were told they have to work on Sat. Why? The county judge's office told me the library director didn't get proper approval. All 13 locations have to open Sat. More on @abc13houston at 4 & 6.

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FIREWORKS CRACKDOWN: There’s a new way Rosenberg PD can issue tickets for fireworks use. How? Your neighbor. @abc13houston at 430 & 6, the new change that could give residents hundreds in fines because of what their neighbor tells police.

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COMPANY COURSES: Instead of college, some companies run their own courses, including @daikin_comfort. In our latest who’s hiring job fair with @GulfCoastWFS, on @abc13houston at 430 & 6, we’ll introduce you to these programs.

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KP GEORGE'S SENTENCING: This morning, prosecutors called witnesses that they said showed a pattern of his abuse of office. The defense argued he's been punished enough after he was suspended from an unrelated case. More here on what happened this morning: https://t.co/3WepW8XIND

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KP GEORGE’S FATE: Today, KP George could be sentenced for his felony money laundering charges. He faces probation to ten years behind bars. First, the judge has to decide whether to delay the hearing after George asked for it to be moved.

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HCFCD LEADER RESIGNS: Days after I questioned if she should keep her job, HCFCD leader Tina Petersen resigned. It comes after reports show millions in federal flood dollar could be in jeopardy. Here’s a copy of the letter she sent to staff.

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ARTEMIS III CREW: Here's your first look at the Artemis III crew. There are three 🇺🇸 and an 🇮🇹 pilot. Luca Parmitano is with the ESA. Randy Bresnik is the commander, Frank Rubio and Andre Douglas are mission specialists. https://t.co/BLKJZdWZCC

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ARTEMIS III CREW: I'm at NASA's Johnson Space Center for the Artemis III crew announcement. The astronauts will have about a year to get ready before they head into space to test the lunar landers. Watch live here: https://t.co/BLKJZdWZCC

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@FLNewsfromTJ @NASAArtemis Major congrats! It’s the most out of this world assignment you could get. Trust me. Mine is four and it��s a mission every day!