Samantha Lee

Reporter · College Station, TX

Samantha graduated from the University of Houston and has spent five years covering local events and cultural stories in the College Station area. Her previous work includes contributions to the Texas Observer, where she focused on community issues and local initiatives. She is passionate about showcasing the vibrancy of community life.

3 stories from Samantha Lee in College Station

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Judge denies AJ Armstrong's motion for new murder trial

```json { "content": " In the quiet town of College Station, a courtroom echoed with the weight of a decision that rippled through the lives of many. AJ Armstrong, once a young man full of promise, now finds himself standing at a crossroads, the shadows of his past looming larger than ever. This...

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Community members discussing online safety with local law enforcement officer.

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Hillsboro authorities warn community of costly email scam

In a world where digital connections often blur the lines between trust and deception, the Hillsboro community stands united against a rising tide of email scams. Local authorities are stepping forward, not just to inform, but to protect the very fabric of their neighborhoods. The Hillsboro...

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Gwen Alvarez, mother of Arlene Alvarez, advocating for victim's rights in Texas.

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Arlene Alvarez’s mother asks for Abbott ad to be taken down, steps back from Arlene’s Law

In the quiet moments of a mother’s heart, the weight of public scrutiny can feel unbearable. Arlene Alvarez's mother found herself at the center of a storm, her daughter's image used in a political ad that sparked a wave of hateful messages. This deeply personal struggle has brought a grieving...

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