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Shelter-in-place issued in Deer Park as city monitors Level 3 incident at Lubrizol facility
By Lila Mendez
Kingwood Navy veteran speaks out after yearlong struggle to get answers about benefits claim
Lila Mendez
Lila Mendez
Bureau Chief · Houston, TX
Lila Mendez has spent over 15 years in local journalism, honing her skills at the Houston Chronicle and NPR’s Houston affiliate. A graduate of the University of Houston, she excels in connecting with the community and has a knack for unearthing stories that highlight the diverse voices of Houston's neighborhoods.
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A Kingwood Navy veteran says he spent a year trying to get answers about a disability claim, only to learn it was never filed. Now, he's speaking out to help others.
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