A 19-year-old is in critical condition after being shot inside a Humble home, with Harris County deputies investigating whether the shooting was accidental....
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said cinderblocks were scattered throughout the roadway, forcing it to close in both directions as crews work to clean it up.
A teenage boy was flown to a hospital in critical condition after an apparent accidental shooting at a Humble home, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies responded to a residence in the 10700 block of Spring Brook Pass, where investigators learned an 18-year-ol...
A Harris County woman says she's still waiting for home reconstruction work to begin as county officials review updated plans for her damaged home.
Richard Vega's filing in the Texas Supreme Court came after a lower court denied his legal effort in April, ruling that Democratic Commissioner Adrian Garcia can keep his seat on commissioners court....
Families can still apply on a household level for their children to receive free or reduced-priced meals if their school is no longer participating in the federal Community Eligibility Provision Program....
An $80,000 donation by Reliant Energy is helping to support 22 cooling centers in Houston and Harris County, along with another 17 sites across Texas.
A tragic standoff in Harris County ended with a woman dead and her boyfriend suffering an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, the sheriff's office reports....
E-Bike & E-Scooter Safety Advisory
The City Council has approved reconstruction of the 4000 block of Swarthmore Rd. Work is expected to begin after Independence Day. Nearby residents will receive direct updates on construction details, traffic impacts, and what to expect....
Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 6700 Fondren Road about 9:55 a.m. on Monday (June 1). The identity of the deceased female, 80, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Div...
The move by Cy-Fair ISD will require transferring students to new campuses so they can access the specialized programs in Texas’ third-largest school district. The changes resemble Houston ISD’s special education restructuring, which prompted a federal civil rights investigation....
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash that occurred in the 3400 block of Gulf Freeway (South Interstate Highway 45) about 9:40 p.m. on June 1. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Fo...
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a female found at 1116 Banks Street about 10:10 a.m. on June 1. The identity and cause of death of the female is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant ...
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A federal jury found that Bert Whittington III, a Black man, was harassed by his supervisors because of his race, court documents show.
Summer vibes ahead! Join us on June 6 at the Bellaire City Library to chat about “Beach Read.”
Today: We receive a preview of what’s ahead for hurricane season with meteorologist Travis Herzog, share how families can prepare for hurricane season on a budget, learn about the Harris County Flood Control District’s flood mitigation plans, and more....
Houston Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male at 7200 Canal Street about 8:55 p.m. on May 31. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeants S. Jimene...
Starting on Monday, June 15, CityRise Church - West U Baptist Campus, will begin construction on its 3 parking lots on Milton St. This project is estimated to take 10 – 12 weeks to complete, and during that time, the parking lots will be inaccessible....
Four firefighters died while battling a southwest Houston motel fire. A fifth firefighter died in 2017 from injuries sustained in that fire.
Meet Tracy Dutton, our City Clerk.
The fatal shooting of a male at 2323 South Kirkwood Road about 10:50 p.m. on May 28 will be referred to a Harris County Grand Jury. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Divisi...
A woman died after a stabbing at a north Harris County apartment complex. Investigators said a man was detained after fleeing the scene with a knife.
The results of the Facilities Utilization Survey are now available!
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash in the 8900 block of Gulf Freeway (South Interstate Highway 45) about 7:15 p.m. on Thursday (May 28). The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HP...
Jennifer Davis told KHOU 11 that her child, Jade, was just days away from turning 26 years old, when police said she was shot and killed.
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Houston police say an undercover investigation led to a SWAT raid at a southwest Houston social club where cash and gambling evidence were seized.
West U Parks & Rec is excited to announce that basketball will be available at the Rec Center beginning on Monday, June 1, on a trial basis in the racquetball court! This pilot program will run through Wednesday, September 30....
Harris County deputies say a man was charged with murder after a deadly shooting tied to a child pickup on Blue Timbers Court.
The Evergreen Lap Pool is temporarily closed for emergency maintenance...
The rapper has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly hitting a guard with a glass hookah in downtown Houston last month....
HISD parents, heads up: nearly three dozen campuses will lose universal free lunch next school year.HISD says those schools will no longer participate in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program, which lets every student eat free without an application. The district hasn...
Tropical moisture and the sea breeze is leading to instances of isolated to scattered thunderstorms in parts of the Houston area Tuesday.As of 4 p.m., a strong thunderstorm is impacting parts of northern Harris County. Winds of up to 40 mph as well as some small hail is possible ...
A 17-year-old has been charged with murder in a man's shooting death in Harris County, allegedly stemming from a dating dispute, according to the sheriff's office....
Several Houston ISD campuses will no longer automatically serve free breakfast and lunch to students in the upcoming school year, HISD announced.
West University Place first responders are excited to announce the return of the Bingo with Badges event!
A 28-year-old man has been arrested and charged with a felony after investigators say he illegally sold disabled parking placards through social media, according to the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office.David T. Brown, of Beasley, is charged with tampering with a govern...
Officials responded to the stranded riders, who were students from Houston ISD, at around 5:30 p.m. Thursday. Crews used a ladder truck to rescue them....
A man was found dead from gunshot wounds in a vehicle in east Harris County. Investigators suspect the shooter was in the car with him, per police insights....
HCSO said that the man suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. Deputies say they found the woman, who was the man's girlfriend, dead inside the apartment....
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash in the 9700 block of Homestead Road about 5:20 p.m. on May 27. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant L....
Houston police are investigating the fatal auto-pedestrian crash at 11500 East Freeway about 4:20 p.m. on Tuesday (May 26). The identity of the deceased female is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Divi...
It's now been two months since a southwest Houston man was shot and killed by HPD officers in his doorway after his own family called 911, asking for help....
Houston police are investigating the fatal auto-pedestrian crash at 4800 North Freeway (North interstate Highway 45) about 3:20 a.m. on Saturday (May 23). The identity of the deceased individual is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic ...
Derelict marine vessels can create safety hazards and environmental issues if abandoned in the water.
A Houston firefighter has been arrested and is charged in Austin County.Sources say Jason Gaines was arrested by Austin County deputies at HFD Station 90.He was taken to the Austin County Jail and is charged with child grooming. Louisiana rapper Boosie Badazz charged in Harris Co...
A SWAT team and Harris County deputies are out at a Katy-area apartment complex where a man is reportedly barricaded inside one of the units after allegedly shooting his girlfriend.The scene is unfolding in the 1000 block of Katy Gap Road.@HCSOSWAT and deputies are at a complex a...
Louisiana rapper Boosie Badazz, whose real name is Torrence Ivy Hatch Jr., is facing an aggravated assault charge in Harris County stemming from an incident that happened last month. According to court records, on May 25, Boosie was arrested and charged with aggravated assault wi...
Harris County residents still have several chances to learn more about FEMA’s newly released draft floodplain maps and how they could impact neighborhoods across the Houston area.If you’re trying to find out what the new draft flood maps mean for your property or community, these...
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a person found at 8950 Country Creek Drive about 8:15 a.m. on Monday (May 25). The identity and cause of death of the individual is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide D...
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male and wounding of another at 2395 State Highway 6 about 11:50 p.m. on Monday (May 25). The identity of the deceased male, 19, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences....
Police are investigating a homicide after a body was found near a bayou in southwest Houston Monday morning.
It has been 13 years since a five-alarm fire at the Southwest Inn in southwest Houston turned into one of the Houston Fire Department’s most devastating losses.First responders were dispatched to the motel along the Southwest Freeway on May 31, 2013. At the scene, Houston Fire Ca...
The Democratic primary runoff in the 18th District, between U.S. Rep. Christian Menefee and U.S. Rep. Al Green, was one of the highest-profile races in the Houston area....
Michelle Williams, the president of the Houston Education Association and former Houston ISD elementary teacher, filed the complaint Tuesday in federal court....
Harris County sheriff’s deputies were called to a reported shooting during a large party early Saturday in northeast Harris County, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.Deputies responded to the 6600 block of Rubilee Avenue, near Smith Road and Old Humble Road, after the call came in around ...
Authorities are investigating after a man and woman were found dead with gunshot wounds at a north Harris County apartment complex this morning.
Deputies with the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office are mourning the loss of retired K9 Ultras, a longtime member of the Precinct 4 team remembered for his service and loyalty.Ultras, who was 14, spent years working alongside deputies after joining the agency in 2015. D...
The sheriff's office said detectives learned that the teen and the man were in a dating relationship, and the shooting allegedly stemmed from an argument over infidelity....
A man who spent years fighting for justice in his daughter’s unsolved murder was honored at a memorial in Harris County.Bob Nuelle, the father of Liz Barraza, was remembered Friday night at Burroughs Park, where a tree and bench have served as a memorial for his daughter since he...
One person is dead, and two are injured after an "altercation" at a party in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said when deputies got to the scene, they found three people with gunshot wounds.
Despite being on the hot seat over potential deadline misses, the Harris County Flood Control District executive director said she's focused only on completing the projects....
A man was arrested after hundreds of photos of “child erotica” were seized from a Houston-area home, Harris County Constable Precinct One Alan Rosen announced.Sergio Guel, 31, was charged as part of an ongoing investigation by Constable Precinct One’s Internet Crimes Against Chil...
Authorities are investigating the abduction of 6-year-old Kiara Hsieh, according to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.The Texas Department of Public Safety issued a local Amber Alert at 5:50 a.m. on Saturday. Authorities said Kiara was last seen around 6:39 p.m. on ...
If you see the two or have any information about their whereabouts, you're asked to contact 911 or the Harris County Pct. 4 Constable's Office.
Political tensions flared between Harris County’s elected leaders during a discussion about renewing a contract with Flock Safety, a public safety technology company whose license plate-reading cameras are routinely used by local law enforcement.The one-year contract renewal appr...
A Harris County family court judge has not yet decided whether the young children of Lee Gilley and Christa Bauer will be required to return to Texas, as their father remains in custody in Italy after cutting off his ankle monitor and fleeing the country.PREVIOUS REPORT: Harris C...
Houston-area law enforcement agencies and community leaders are teaming up to make sure students finish the school year safely.The Houston ISD Police Department, Houston Police Department, METRO Police Department and Ministers Against Crime are set to announce Project Safe Start ...
Deputies with the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office are investigating a deadly stabbing at a Spring-area apartment complex early Friday morning.According to officials, deputies were called just before 4 a.m. to an apartment complex on Northcrest Drive near Spring Stuebn...
The winners move on to the November general election to take the seat being vacated by current Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo.
The trial was expected to start later this month. According to the Harris County District Attorney's Office, it's been taken off the docket.
Pct. 4 said the deputy was taken to the hospital after their patrol car was hit by another vehicle overnight.
Some Houstonians are voicing concerns after Harris County commissioners voted to renew the county's contract for license plate-reading Flock cameras Thursday morning....
A homicide investigation is underway after a 20-year-old man was found shot to death Thursday night in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office....
Therm-All Insulation Inc. employees were caught on video dumping hundreds of pounds of commercial waste, according to Harris County Constable Pct. 1 Alan Rosen....
Plummer upset Annise Parker and Sanchez beat Warren Howell to advance to November's general election to decide who will succeed Democrat Lina Hidalgo as county judge....
A young man was shot and killed outside a north Harris County apartment complex as detectives review surveillance video and interview witnesses.
Bonck and Shelly deZevallos were vying to succeed U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt in a GOP stronghold that stretches across west and northwest Harris County.
Harris County completes Hill at Sims, Sunnyside's first new park in 50 years. The 100-acre greenspace offers trails, flood resilience, and free public access....
The Evergreen and Therapy Pool will be closed after 1 pm May 27 through May 28. There will also be no lap swimming at Bellaire Family Aquatic Center on May 27 and 28....
On Wednesday, Harris County Public Health officials held a media briefing to assure people that they have things under control.
Residents in southwest Houston are on edge after a woman was seen on video stealing mail, part of a troubling trend in the area.
A Spring neighborhood disturbance led to four arrests after a crowd at a rental property allegedly assaulted deputies, according to Harris County Precinct 4....
Thousands of voters cast ballots in Harris County Tuesday morning as polls remained open across Texas for runoff elections.
A Crime Stoppers advocate says 37 capital murder suspects are on bond in Harris County, with some bonds as low as $50,000.
The race to be the next Harris County judge is down to two candidates, with Republican Orlando Sanchez and Democrat Letitia Plummer winning their respective primaries....
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said the victim and his wife were picking up a child the wife shared with the suspect, when the suspect rushed out and shot the victim standing by his vehicle....
According to preliminary findings by Rice University researchers, Harris County Precinct 3 would see a more than 100% increase in the number of homes in a floodplain under a proposed FEMA map....
Two men were arrested at a storage facility along the Northwest Freeway over the weekend, and a Precinct 4 spokesperson said stolen mail was found in the U-Haul they were using....
With the FIFA World Cup just weeks away, Houston and Harris County leaders say security preparations are already underway to handle what could be one of the largest events in the city’s history....
Harris County Precinct 4 is expanding free summer food programs for families, offering fresh produce, free meals for kids, pop-up grocery stores and more....
Harris County names Houston Ship Channel bridge after Dr. Richard Tapia, a pioneering mathematician who transformed STEM education nationwide.
Police are investigating after a man was found shot multiple times in a pickup truck in southwest Houston early this morning.
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The City of Bellaire Public Works will continue its biannual fire hydrant flushing and testing the weekend of May 30 - June 1.
Party nominations for November's midterm election were up for grabs in several local congressional districts as well as in statewide and county-level races....
Meet Matt Adams, Permit Technician II in Development Services.
A man has been charged with murder after authorities say he shot and killed another man during a child custody exchange in northeast Houston on Tuesday, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office....
Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker has officially conceded the Democratic primary race for Harris County Judge, congratulating Letitia Plummer after votes were counted Tuesday night....
Officials have said the Ebola risk remains low ahead of World Cup travel. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said the Houston area is prepared.
Michael Crouch and Victor Manuel Ortega face felony charges of selling counterfeit jewelry worth up to $300,000 in Houston, according to court documents....
One officer sustained a concussion after being hit with a bottle, and the other was hit and bitten as multiple fights broke out on Friday evening in Harris County....
Blood Drive at Bellaire City Hall on May 27 from 8:30 - 11:30 am
According to Harris County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Terry Garza, all eastbound lanes of the East Freeway at John Ralston Road have been shut down.
A former Harris County Constable Precinct 3 K-9 handler told ABC13 it's justice after a jury awarded him nearly $1.7 million of taxpayer money in a lawsuit against his former employer....
2026 Texas Primary Runoff Election results for Harris County Judge.
The Therapy Pool will be closed May 27 (all day) and May 28 (morning only). There will be no lap swimming at Evergreen Pool or Bellaire Family Aquatic Center on May 27 and 28....
Polls are now open across Texas for the primary runoff election, where voters will decide which Republican and Democratic candidates advance to the November general election....
It’s runoff Election Day in Harris County, and voters are heading back to the polls for yet another election cycle.
An investigation is underway after a driver was found dead in a vehicle with possible gunshot wounds on Tuesday, the Harris County Sheriff's Office announced....
Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are investigating after a man was found dead inside a vehicle in East Harris County, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez....
A draft of HISD’s budget proposal for next year reveals the district plans to increase salaries, but mostly to offset the rise in health insurance costs....
A North Harris County family is pleading for help after they say their 5-pound Yorkie mix disappeared after a maintenance crew entered their apartment....
Two women are behind bars, accused of severely abusing two toddlers in northwest Harris County.
According to Harris County Constable Precinct 4, multiple homes in the Braemar Village subdivision had their breaker boxes stolen, leaving them without power....
Highlights of the May 18, 2026, City Council meeting.
On Thursday's show: HISD Superintendent Mike Miles joins us to discuss the state of the district, changes in special education, and to address listener questions....
A Houston woman says she discovered a credit card skimmer attached to a checkout machine at a southwest Houston grocery store while trying to pay for groceries with her EBT card ahead of Memorial Day weekend....
Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center will be open 1 pm- 6 pm on Memorial Day.
All City offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. There will be no solid waste or limbs/brush collection. Do not put your trash on the curb....
In the past five years, there have been 976 West Nile virus cases reported in Texas, resulting in 106 deaths, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services....
The Traveler's Table co-owner, her two children and her husband were found dead in their River Oaks home earlier this month in what authorities have described as a murder-suicide....
With just weeks to go before Houston hosts its first FIFA World Cup match, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo addressed growing public concerns Monday over Ebola cases connected to central Africa and what that could mean for the region during the international event....
City offices and the Recreation Center will be closed in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25. Please view more to see the modified collection schedule....
All City offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. There will be no solid waste or limbs/brush collection on that day. Please refrain from placing your trash at the curb until your next scheduled pickup....
The victim, who homicide detectives are reporting was a transgender person, was found next to Brays Bayou and was pronounced dead by responding HFD officials....
Early voting turnout in Harris County has dropped more than 50% compared to the March primary election.
Harris County officials are continuing to investigate a deadly shooting at a Spring apartment complex that left two people dead, and authorities have now announced an arrest in the case....
New court details describe how a Houston Methodist employee escaped a violent stabbing and robbery inside a Texas Medical Center garage.
The Recreation Center will be closed Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.
According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the inmate experienced an unknown medical emergency before he was taken to the hospital, where he later died....
The updated maps were released in February 2026, but experts said they would likely not be officially adopted for a few years.
The former Harris County Jail sits empty on a valuable piece of land. The problem? It costs taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars a year, and it would cost millions to demolish it. ABC13 takes you inside....
The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office explains how hazmat crews trace odd odors and determine whether there is danger to the community.
H-E-B filed a replat application for the site, which will be up for approval at the Houston Planning Commission's May 28 meeting.
Democrats Annise Parker and Letitia Plummer, along with Republicans Orlando Sanchez and Warren Howell, are vying for the position in next Tuesday's primary runoff elections. Early voting is this week....
HISD says district police investigated allegations involving a security guard and a second grader at MacGregor Elementary before referring the case to the Harris County DA’s Office....
Investigators said the man was shot by two suspects before he was later found lying on the ground with multiple gunshot wounds and pronounced dead by authorities....
As Harris County election costs climb, county leaders are exploring ways to reduce runoff elections, including consolidating election dates and ranked choice voting....
With early voting coming to an end and Election Day just days away, voters across Harris County are preparing to make one of the biggest decisions on the ballot, the race for Harris County judge....
A 21-year-old man was shot and killed outside a north Houston apartment complex Thursday night, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
A mother is in the Harris County Jail, and her girlfriend is wanted after being accused of abusing a two-year-old and a three-year-old, and then trying to conceal it from law enforcement, records show....
The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office confirmed it received several reports of gas odors on Thursday, but could not find a source. Officials with Precinct 4 said the reports ranged from Pasadena to Tomball....
Rapper, actor, and entrepreneur 50 Cent is bringing his business mindset to Houston, this time focused on helping local students build futures beyond the classroom....
If you live in Houston, Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, Brazoria County or another nearby community and you have questions about your water bill, we want to take a look....
Former U.S. attorney Jennifer Bess Lowery faces felony charges in Harris County for allegedly failing to stop and render aid after a crash, court documents show....
The scene unfolded near Telge and Tuckerton in northwest Harris County.
Staff from Rice University’s Baker Institute will host a wide-ranging discussion on new FEMA flood maps that could impact thousands of homeowners in Harris County....
Recently released FEMA flood maps were the focus of a Baker Institute conference that explored how the proposal could have major impacts across Harris County....
Meet Kayla Thomas, Human Resources Specialist.
The capital murder trial of Lee Gilley, accused of killing his pregnant wife Christa Bauer, has been postponed after he fled to Italy and cut off his ankle monitor....
Newly obtained court documents are revealing chilling new details in the fatal shooting of a woman in northwest Harris County, including eyewitness testimony from the victim’s son, live audio captured during the attack, and extensive digital evidence investigators say ties the su...
A man faces charges of aggravated robbery and aggravated kidnapping after a woman was attacked in a Texas Medical Center parking garage earlier this week....
Christopher Lee Bowden, 47, was arrested Wednesday and charged with capital murder.
A woman in her 50s is detained after allegedly killing a young woman in a northeast Harris County home, says the sheriff's office.
Personnel records reviewed by KHOU show Officer Christopher Lamar Harris was terminated by HISD before being terminated by Aldine ISD. TSU still hired him....
A Michelin-recognized sushi restaurant near Houston’s Galleria is facing an uncertain future after an SUV crashed through the front of the business.
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Some Houston ISD students will take over NRG Arena Wednesday night — not for sports or concerts — but to pitch businesses they built from the ground up....
As rain continues to move across the Houston area, health officials are warning that the wet weather is also creating the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes....
If you’ve ever driven through Harris County during a heavy storm, you know how quickly roads can flood — and how dangerous those conditions can become in just minutes. Now, county leaders are testing new technology designed to warn drivers before they reach high water....
Nearly 3 years after Austin Kanuch was stabbed in his sleep, his family is turning grief into determination, unveiling a memorial bench in Cypress Park while a $40,000 reward is on the table for information leading to an arrest....
Police say they're working to find out what happened after they found a man dead outside a southwest Houston apartment complex.
A 22-year-old woman was found dead in her apartment in north Harris County, prompting a homicide investigation by the Harris County Sheriff's Office.
Family members of Thy Mai released their first public statement since the deadly River Oaks murder-suicide investigation, clarifying false reports that Mai was pregnant and explaining how the welfare check at the family’s home was initiated....
Today: We discuss the inner workings of food inspections at local restaurants, learn about Harris County Precinct 1’s Animal Cruelty Division with Constable Alan Rosen, and share weekend events for “Last Minute Plans.”...
Six flood mitigation projects tied to a $2.5 billion bond approved by voters in 2018 are on track to miss a state-imposed deadline early next year.
An afternoon pep rally turned into a moment of cheers, laughter, and happy tears for the hardworking students and staff preparing for their own production of "The Lion King KIDS."...
About 24 hours after KPRC 2 News revealed a second Harris County murder defendant is accused of cutting off his ankle monitor just before trial this month, Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia said he bring a plan to Commissioners Court to strengthen the county’s electronic moni...
Summer vacation is almost here for students across the Houston area.
A gun was pulled during a dog attack Tuesday at an apartment complex in northwest Harris County, according to deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office....
The Texas Department of State Health Services confirmed that the first case of West Nile illness in the state for 2026 was detected in Harris County.
Crime Stoppers Houston is raising concerns after two Harris County murder defendants allegedly cut off their ankle monitors and disappeared before trial within the span of a month....
Another Harris County murder suspect is on the run after investigators say he cut off his court-ordered GPS monitor just days before his trial was set to begin....
It's a seat left open by Abbie Kamin, who left to run for Harris County attorney.
The launch of the Swatch x Audemars Piguet collection sparked massive crowds, leading to the closure of stores, including Houston's Galleria, for safety reasons....
A day after the brazen attack, authorities released a photo of the man they believe is responsible for attacking a woman in a Texas Medical Center parking garage....
The south side of Evergreen Park is currently closed for a maintenance project.
Despite protests from parents and community members, and a federal civil rights investigation by the U.S. Department of Education, district leaders defended their changes to special education services planned for the upcoming school year....
Harris County Precinct 1 Constable's office honored Sheila Jones with a promotion to corporal, recognizing her leadership, resilience, and service.
The man accused of attacking and stabbing a nurse inside a parking garage at the Texas Medical Center appeared in court Monday as prosecutors revealed new details about the assault....
A Harris County murder suspect accused of causing a deadly crash while fleeing deputies is on the run after authorities say he removed his GPS ankle monitor and failed to appear in court....
On Friday's show: HISD officially outlined its plans to centralize special education services at its board meeting Thursday night. We find out what district leadership had to say. And we take a closer look at how road construction projects are scheduled across our region....
Authorities are investigating after a woman was found shot to death at a home in the Crosby area Sunday evening, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office....
Houston police have arrested a suspect charged in the death of a man found at 10515 Bellaire Boulevard about 12:05…
For the second time in the month of May, a Harris County murder defendant allegedly cut off his court-ordered GPS ankle monitor just before his trial was scheduled to begin....
Harris County officials said the suspect crashed into a pole before kicking a patrol car and spitting on deputies. While detained in the backseat, the suspect then set the deputy's vehicle on fire, records show....
Brett Jensen, who ran for Texas’ 8th Congressional District as a lifelong conservative, was arrested Sunday night and charged with assault-family violence involving impeding breathing, according to Harris County court records....
Authorities said the driver led deputies on a chase at speeds up to 80 miles per hour before losing control and crashing at Century Plaza Drive near North Briar Drive....
The Party on the Patio Concert for June 19 as been canceled.
Voters in the city of Houston’s District C will choose a new city council member on Saturday, after Abbie Kamin stepped down to run for Harris County attorney....
It's a seat left open by Abbie Kamin, who left to run for Harris County attorney.
"Please keep the victim's family and loved ones in your thoughts during this difficult time," the constable said on social media.
Owner Kerry Pauly said he wants to spend more time focusing on the restaurant's original location in Spring Valley Village.
Coworkers nearby rushed to help after witnessing a stabbing in a Houston hospital garage. The victim is now home.
Authorities said what began as a traffic stop escalated into a high-speed chase, ending in the suspect vehicle crashing into a couple's residence in southeast Harris County....
Perry Green, 46, is charged with aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon and aggravated kidnapping after police allege he stabbed a Houston Methodist employee in a Texas Medical Center parking garage....
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash that occurred in the 2400 block of Summer Street about 9:40 a.m. today (June 3). The identity of the deceased female is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD V...
Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen warned that those caught using illegitimate placards can face misdemeanor charges, which could carry a fine and jail time....
A Harris County homeowner is facing multiple citations for illegally storing and selling fireworks from their property, according to fire inspectors.
An illegal dump site behind an abandoned Pizza Hut in the 8000 block of Antoine Drive in Inwood has been growing for the past three to four months. The site is filled with discarded couches, mattresses, dressers, and even an aquarium, while nearby workers and residents say their ...
Deputies with the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office are investigating an alleged employee theft scheme after a woman was accused of attempting to issue thousands of dollars in fraudulent refunds to herself from her workplace.According to law enforcement, deputies respon...
Three suspects were arrested after allegedly attempting to burglarize a home while a mother and her child were inside, according to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office responded to a residence in the 18800 block of Timber S...
Hurricane season is officially underway, and Harris County emergency officials say the worst time to prepare is when a storm is already headed toward the Gulf Coast.County leaders are encouraging residents to start building emergency plans and disaster supply kits now, before she...
A routine traffic stop led to the arrest of two people and the discovery of identifying information belonging to 250 potential victims, according to the Bellaire Police Department.Officers stopped the driver around 8 p.m. on Monday, June 1, after observing traffic violations.Gov....
According to HISD leaders, the initiative is about fostering relationships and reminding students that they are not alone, both on and off campus.
Bellaire police said they uncovered personal identifying information for approximately 250 potential victims.
At this time, the dashboard shows 0 Ebola cases in Harris County and that the risk remains low; it also shows that 17 current travelers are being monitored....
Beginning on Wednesday, June 10, the City's third-party pest control service will begin once (1) a week mosquito spraying through the end of August. Inclement weather could postpone spraying....
Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones is inviting residents to celebrate Juneteenth with a series of free, family-friendly events across the county this month.The events are designed to commemorate Juneteenth, the day on June 19, 1865, when enslaved African America...
The HISD Board of Managers voted earlier this year to shutter the 12 schools, citing declining enrollment, aging infrastructure and staffing issues.
Starting Monday, June 8, the Piranhas swim team will hold practices at the Rec Center pool, resulting in modified hours.
With the World Cup coming to Houston, the city and Harris County teamed up to create a dashboard for people to track Ebola.
Harris County Public Health, working with the Harris County Office of Emergency Management and the City of Houston, has launched a public-facing Ebola dashboard designed to keep residents updated as officials monitor for any confirmed cases in the region.The dashboard is intended...
Menefee, 38, unseated U.S. Rep. Al Green, 78, to represent a redrawn Harris County congressional district. The men faced off after Republicans combined parts of their current districts into one....
On Friday's show: A new report offers insights into challenges facing children in Greater Houston. And we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week....
Weekly Crime Report 05/28/2026-06/03/2026
Meet Damayra Moore, our Crime Victim Specialist in the Bellaire Police Department.
The city is hosting an in-person event on Wednesday, June 24, with CenterPoint Energy for residents to meet their leaders and learn about their work in West U....
Houston police are investigating the fatal stabbing of a man that occurred at 7402 Calhoun Road about 2:25 a.m. today (June 5). The identity of the victim, 23, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Ser...
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash in the 7400 block of Eastex Freeway (North U.S. Highway 59) service road about 7:25 a.m. on Thursday (June 4). The identity of the deceased male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicul...
In a message shared with customers, Istanbull Grill said it is unable to continue operating in the space it has called home for nearly three decades.
Tropical air is bringing more downpours to Southeast Texas with the pattern not letting up until after the weekend. Those heavy rains could lead to pockets of street flooding....
A ground stop has been issued for Bush Airport Friday afternoon due to thunderstorms.Departing flights from ZHU are impacted until 2 p.m.A flash flood warning was issued until 3 p.m. for Harris County.Click here for weather updates....
Today: We talk with legendary Texas singer-songwriter Lyle Lovett, discuss healthcare policy changes during President Trump’s second term in office, and Harris County GOP Chair Cindy Siegel discusses recent runoff election results....
The City will begin mosquito spraying from June 9 through October to help control the mosquito population in Bellaire. Spraying will take place weekly on Tuesday nights after 10 p.m. and will cover all areas inside and outside Loop 610....
An arrest was made at a massage parlor during an undercover prostitution investigation Thursday in northwest Harris County, according to deputies with the Harris County Constable Precinct 4.An undercover detective posed as a customer at 990 Massage, located in the 900 block of W....
A proposed safety contract between Harris County Constable Precinct 1 and the River Oaks District has some people asking if a luxury shopping center needs additional public resources dedicated to safety....
For 40 Harris County foster youth, a special graduation ceremony celebrated their resilience and determination.
A 50-year-old man was shot and killed after he and a family friend tracked down his son’s stolen pickup truck using GPS data, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.The investigation began around 2 p.m. Saturday when deputies responded to the 11800 block of Tidwell Road ...
According to the Houston Fire Department, there were no reported injuries to firefighters or restaurant personnel at a Mexican restaurant fire on Kirby Drive....
HOUSTON, TX — An 11-year-old child operating an e-bike was injured following a head-on collision on Misty Jade Lane in northwest Harris County. Deputies with the Precinct 4 Constable’s office responded to the scene in the 18100 block of Misty Jade Lane. According to a preliminary...
An 11-year-old was injured in an e-bike crash in northwest Harris County when attempting to bypass a stopped car, according to Precinct 4.
Investigators said the 11-year-old on the electric bike tried to go around a vehicle stopped at an intersection and collided with an oncoming vehicle.
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said 19-year-old Frederick Middleton was shot in the head inside a home on Spring Brook Pass Drive around 1:18 a.m. on June 3....
The incident reportedly started as a traffic stop on a reckless driver before another driver crashed into the back of a wrecker.
Harris County authorities are investigating a deadly shooting in Spring after deputies found two people shot early Sunday morning.According to Harris County Precinct 4, deputies were called to the 23300 block of Aldine Westfield Road around 3:30 a.m. on reports of gunfire. When t...
According to investigators, the injured 18-year-old and the man killed were involved in a physical altercation that led to a shooting.
"What we know at this point, the deceased male and the male at the hospital were involved in some sort of physical altercation," said HCSO Detective Corey Castro....
Authorities said that Jersey Village police officers found a man lying on the ground on the Northwest Freeway before they pronounced him dead at the scene....
Harris County court records state that Ariyanna Cooper is in jail and charged with murder after a man was fatally stabbed in southeast Houston.
Investigators said the owner of the stolen vehicle found his car and reportedly confronted the suspect, who shot and killed the owner. The suspect is in custody and charged with murder, HCSO says....
An arrest has been made in the shooting death of a Houston-area father who investigators say was killed while trying to help recover his son’s stolen truck in north Harris County.According to authorities, 37-year-old London Hogan made his first court appearance Sunday night and i...
The time is now to register for next week's Summer Reading Event! Houston Museum of Natural Science will be presenting Bugs on Wheels!
The Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center will be closed Monday, June 8, for the Bellaire Barracudas swim meet.
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man and wounding of another that occurred at 7740 Bretshire Drive about 1:30 a.m. on June 7. The identity of the deceased victim, 37, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Scie...
Houston police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash in the 4400 block of Reed Road about 9:10 p.m. on June 5. The identity of the deceased male, 51, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant M. Barro...
Buckingham criticized Hidalgo for creating setbacks through disagreements with Harris County Flood Control District leadership on project delays. She said commissioners court created arbitrary procedures by compelling the flood control district to address the court for minor chan...
The FIFA World Cup games begin this week, and we want to make you aware that traffic may be heavier than usual on game days. Please allow extra travel time and expect increased congestion on major roads and side streets before and after matches....
After being a death row inmate for nearly 50 years, Clarence Jordan, 70, had his death sentence reduced to life. The ruling came Monday after a hearing before Harris County Judge Katherine Thomas.“I am just glad that we’re able to accomplish this after so many years,” said Ben Wo...
Investigators are searching for suspects after a man was shot and killed outside an apartment complex in northwest Harris County late Monday night, according to authorities.The shooting happened around 11 p.m. near the 14300 block of Ella Boulevard, close to Kuykendahl Road.Accor...
A 15-year-old boy is dead and an 18-year-old faces murder charges after a shooting in north Harris County, reportedly over a money dispute, according to officials....
A 15-year-old is dead, and an 18-year-old was injured following an overnight shooting at a home in north Harris County, according to investigators.The shooting happened Monday night at a home near Remington Ridge Road and Remington Bend Drive.Woman fatally shot at Houston apartme...
A late-night visit turned deadly when a man was shot and killed outside a Harris County apartment complex. Investigators are now searching for possible suspects....
According to HCSO, investigators learned that the suspect allegedly shot the victim because he reportedly owed him money.
A chase suspect is in custody after leading deputies on a pursuit early Tuesday morning. It's unclear why they were after the driver.
Investigators are searching for answers after a mother and her teenage son died following an incident at a southeast Harris County home.
Authorities are investigating after a woman and her teenage son died Tuesday morning in southeast Harris County, with emergency calls unfolding over several hours and investigators still working to determine how and when the shootings occurred.The first call came in around 5:30 a...
A death investigation is underway after a mother and her teenage son died on Tuesday, the sheriff's office said.
The West University Place Police Department is urging residents to remain vigilant following recent reports of fraudulent emails targeting residents.
Authorities said they were told by witnesses that the victim does not live in the area but was visiting someone when he was shot.
The Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office is searching for a missing girl last seen in the Greenspoint area.
HISD said the program will be treated as a separate grade level, which will be between kindergarten and first grade, with a new curriculum for students who are behind in reading....
According to a new report from the Harris County Sexual Assault Response Team, law enforcement agencies increased their adult sex crimes units, but arrest rates remain low....
A 18-year-old has been arrested and is charged with murder after a shooting at a home in the Remington Ranch subdivision in north Harris County left a 15-year-old dead Monday night.The shooting happened at a home near Remington Ridge Road and Remington Bend Drive.Deputies initial...
Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are at the scene of a fatal shooting just outside the city limits of Houston in northwest Harris County Tuesday.The sheriff’s office said the scene is at an apartment complex located at 7740 W. Little York Road.@HCSOTexas deputies ...
Deputies said the man lives at the apartment and was involved in a fight with two of his roommates, which then escalated to him being shot.
Houston ISD is highlighting areas of strong student gains as preliminary 2026 STAAR results have been released.The district says the results show gains across nearly every subject and grade level, including reading growth in every tested grade, strong mathematics performance, and...
A former Houston police officer accused of placing a GPS tracking device on a suspect's truck without a warrant has been indicted by a Harris County grand jury....
A man died after being allegedly shot by a former roommate in northwest Harris County, reports Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. The suspect is detained.
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The West University Police Department is excited to announce its new Teen Citizens Police Academy program!
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a female found at 2300 Caroline Street about 6:35 a.m. today (June 10). The identity and cause of death of the female is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Det...
In 2023, Hidalgo took a two-month leave of absence from her role as the county's top elected official to receive treatment for clinical depression at an inpatient care facility outside of Texas....
Starting on Monday, June 22, a trial will begin for new rules: soft pickleball paddles/balls required 8–10 p.m. & no amplified music anytime.
Scores for the statewide annual assessment, STAAR, were released Wednesday. Houston ISD’s scores largely mirror statewide trends.
A man is charged with murder of his roommate over an argument about apartment rental payments in northwest Harris County, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez....
A man accused of repeatedly targeting grieving families with funeral fraud is headed back to prison and one woman says he manipulated her just days after losing her father.Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen says Javian Major’s probation was revoked after repeated viola...
UPDATE: The highway has reopened.A crash involving multiple vehicles has caused all eastbound lanes of the Westpark Tollway to be shut down.The crash happened near SH-6 in the Mission Bend area of Harris County.Houston Transtar cameras show emergency vehicles blocking the eastbou...
A woman is facing charges after deputies say she crashed her vehicle while driving under the influence, killing her common-law husband overnight in north Harris County.The crash happened around 11 p.m. Wednesday in the 600 block of Century Plaza near Woodham Drive.According to th...
Houston-area transit riders can expect more frequent trains, expanded bus service and extended operating hours during the FIFA World Cup 2026, according to the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO).METRO announced plans to increase service across its system from...
On Monday, Sept. 22, crews will begin replacing sections of roadway panels between the 3000 - 2800 blocks of Duke Street, weather permitting. This work will not require a complete closure of Duke Street; however, traffic control measures will be in place....
A youth softball coach in Montgomery County has been arrested on a charge of online solicitation of a minor after allegedly seeking sex with a detective who was posing as a 15-year-old girl, Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen announced.The coach was identified as Natha...
HCSO said that Yury Chavez has been charged with intoxication manslaughter after speeding on Wednesday night.
Authorities with the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office are investigating a man accused of online solicitation of a minor.
Dr. Tina Petersen, executive director of the Harris County Flood Control District, has resigned from her position, according to confirmation from officials.The resignation was confirmed Thursday by the Flood Control District. The agency later released a statement thanking Dr. Pet...
Tina Petersen, who had been publicly criticized by County Judge Lina Hidalgo, submitted her resignation letter after county commissioners heard an update on post-Hurricane Harvey flood bond projects....
Dr. Tina Petersen's resignation comes one month after county officials had questions over her leadership, as several project deadlines were missed.
One of Houston's more glitzy shopping centers will soon have more police presence after a public safety contract between the Precinct 1 Constable's Office and Fertitta Entertainment was approved....
Meet Greg Bailey, Chief Plant Operator. Greg plays an essential role in keeping our community safe and protecting our environment.
A woman was killed after being hit by a vehicle while attempting to cross Highway 249 Thursday night, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.The crash happened around 10:32 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 249 and Old Bammel North Houston Road.Executive director of Ha...
On Friday's show: We learn why the head of the Harris County Flood Control District has resigned. An author explains everything there is to know about soccer. And we break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week....
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a man found in the 7400 block of Lavender Street about 9:25 a.m. on June 11. The identity and cause of death of the man, 29, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Divis...
The district’s state-appointed board of managers opted to delay voting on the $2 billion proposed budget. The vote has been rescheduled for June 25, less than a week before a deadline....
Weekly Crime Report 06/04/2026-06/10/2026
Harris County's top elected official also claimed she had been denied access to NRG Stadium until two days before the start of the World Cup. The county owns the stadium, which is under FIFA control during the soccer tournament....
Abbott pledged to spend at least $25 million to flip Harris County from blue to red. His legislative priorities include restricting further growth in property taxes, closing the state’s primary system, banning Islamic religious law across the state, and regulating AI data center ...
Charges have been filed against an armed suspect arrested in a shooting incident in which an HPD officer discharged his duty weapon at 2200 Briarview Drive. The suspect, Letonto Gaspard, 49, is charged with two counts of misdemeanor deadly conduct in Harris County Criminal Court ...
After 13 Investigates identified 10 cases involving fired HPD officer Ashley Gonzalez, the Harris County District Attorney's Office said it expects to issue notices to defendants....
A suspect was killed, and another is on the run after a burglary attempt was thwarted by an altercation with an armed neighbor in southwest Houston, according to HPD....
Judge Lina Hidalgo says Harris County is exploring giving workers a new type of paid time off for mental health, adding that employees need days to "clear their mind."...
Houston ISD is projected to lose 4,000 students next year, which the superintendent expects will result in a $50 million funding cut.
Court records filed in Harris County show Cleveland Cavaliers player and former Houston Rockets star James Harden was arrested early Saturday and charged with a misdemeanor count of Unlawful Carrying Weapons, after prosecutors allege he had a handgun in “plain view” inside his ve...
A joint Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force operation in north Harris County ended with one suspect in custody and another dead, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the task force was attempting to apprehend two 100 block of West Road.Sear...
According to the HCSO, a two-year-old child died, and a mother and an 8-month-old were taken to the hospital after a crash in northwest Harris County.
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a 2-year-old died in the crash that happened earlier Saturday afternoon in the Hockley area.In a post on X, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez stated a U-Haul’s driver may have fallen asleep and crossed into the path of the Jeep with two...
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash in southwest Houston between a pedestrian and vehicle.The incident happened around 1:45 a.m. Sunday, in the 6100 block of Marinette Drive.Houston police respond to ‘teen takeover’ at Discovery Green; shots fired, 2 detained with guns...
A man was killed early Sunday after a large fight broke out at a party in Katy, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies were dispatched about 12:15 a.m. to a reported fight disturbance in the 24600 block of Sandal Springs.While the caller was still on the line w...
HCSO detectives said a party was underway when a large fight broke out among several individuals, including the man killed and the shooter.
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash that occurred in the 7500 block of Bellerive Drive about 1:45 a.m. on Sunday (June 14). The identity of the deceased female is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences...
City offices are closed on Juneteenth, and trash, recycling, and limbs/brush pick-up will be suspended on Friday, June 19, 2026.
All City offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, for the Juneteenth holiday. There will be no solid waste or limbs/brush collection on this day. Please do not set out your trash, recycling, or limbs/brush until the next scheduled pickup....
The fatal shooting of a male at 11511 Bandlon Drive about 1:10 p.m. on June 12 will be referred to a Harris County Grand Jury. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Se...
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a woman found at 2700 Woodland Park Drive about 8:10 p.m. on June 12. The identity and cause of death of the woman, 34, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division S...
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Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 8800 Memorial Drive about 12:40 a.m. today (June 15). The identity of the deceased male, 55, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Divis...
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced Monday that he has issued a disaster declaration for 101 Texas counties as severe storms continue to threaten the state. Harris County is among the counties on the list.RELATED: First tropical storm of 2026 may form in the Gulf this week and b...
Flooding impacted many parts of the Greater Houston area on Monday and emergency officials are warning residents the threat is not over.KPRC 2 News reporter Corley Peel spoke with Harris County emergency management officials and was live downtown near Interstate 45 North and Trav...
Please be advised parking will be limited around Bellaire Town Square on June 23. The Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center will also be closed to the public for a swim meet....
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 150 Southwest Freeway (South U.S. Highway 59) about 1:05 a.m on June 16. The identity of the deceased male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant G. Garc...
On June 15, the Bellaire City Council approved an ordinance. This ordinance authorizes a notice of intention to issue Certificates of Obligation. The funding will support the renovation of the Public Works facility at 5235 Glenmont Drive, Houston, TX....
West University Place officials received $250,000 from a federal program to conduct a pedestrian safety plan.
Hundreds of people turned out to Kamin's swearing-in ceremony at the Sylvester Turner Conference Center downtown Monday where she vowed to fight for vulnerable Harris County communities upon taking the seat....
The third- through eighth-grade scores in Houston ISD largely mirrored statewide trends, with the district performing especially well at the eighth-grade level....
A Meyerland couple says a bullet that pierced their bathroom wall has become the final straw after living near an apartment complex, long plagued by crime and code violations....
Celebrate Independence Day in West U at the annual bike parade and pool party!
The Milton Street Water Line Project is nearing completion. Construction is expected to be substantially completed within approximately two weeks, weather permitting....
The city will implement a new utility billing system in late July. Customers should have received a letter in the mail with this information.
The shared-use trail and bridge, estimated to cost $22.5 million, will cross Loop 610 near Buffalo Bayou, between Post Oak Boulevard and Woodway Drive in the Galleria area....
A 25-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder after he allegedly ran over his wife with a Dodge Durango early Sunday morning on Bellerive Drive in southwest Houston.Rudolfo Pinon III, 25, is charged with murder and is currently in custody. Harris County prosecutors ...
The Kinder Institute's 2026 State of Housing Report found that in Harris County there's a high rate of people living in overcrowded homes.
Attorneys involved in the case confirmed to KPRC 2 News on Wednesday evening that the Italian government has received a formal extradition request for Lee Gilley.Gilley, 39, was scheduled to stand trial this month in Harris County on a capital murder charge stemming from the Octo...
A new public space planned for downtown Houston aims to become a national destination for remembrance, reflection and learning along the banks of Buffalo Bayou.Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis is set to unveil concept designs for Remembrance Park, a 5.8-acre project descri...
Harris County Precinct 5 Constables are asking for the public’s help identifying a woman accused of burglarizing a mausoleum at a west Houston cemetery.According to Precinct 5 Constable Terry Allbritton, surveillance video captured a woman opening glass cases containing cremated ...
Harris County Precinct 5 Constable Terry Allbritton’s Office said the woman was caught on camera burglarizing a mausoleum with a toddler in town.
On June 15, 2026, the Bellaire Culture & Arts Board presented a conceptual design for a city logo to the Bellaire City Council for consideration and feedback....
Meet Jorge Aguirre, Director of Information Technology.
A woman is dead, and a man was rushed to the hospital with critical injuries after a shooting in southwest Houston, according to HPD.
A surprising development involving the former home of Lee Gilley and his late wife, Christa Bauer, came to light Thursday during a Harris County family court hearing, as testimony revealed someone has taken possession of the property despite ongoing legal disputes connected to th...
A surprising development involving the former home of Lee Gilley and his late wife, Christa Bauer, came to light Thursday during a Harris County family court hearing, as testimony revealed someone has taken possession of the property despite ongoing legal disputes connected to th...
Weekly Crime Report 06/11/2026-06/17/2026
Conservative activist Steven Hotze claimed Harris County’s Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office was failing to maintain the integrity of the county’s voter roll and was thus allowing illegal voting. The high court upheld a lower court ruling that Hotze lacked standing to sue....
The BTSFAC will close at 7:00 pm on Saturday, June 20.
A woman is dead after a Tesla crashed into a home in the Katy area while it was on autopilot, with the driver also rushed to the hospital, Harris County investigators say....
A 76-year-old Harris County woman has died after investigators say a Tesla crashed into her Katy-area home Friday night while operating with an automated driving-assistance system engaged.According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred around 8:03 p.m. Friday,...
Editor’s note: The body camera footage attached to this article contains graphic scenes from an officer-involved shooting, including visible injuries, blood and strong language. Viewer discretion is advised.The Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office responded shortly after 1...
Harris County Sheriff’s Office homicide detectives are investigating after two adult men were found dead inside a minivan that had been dropped off at a repair shop in north Harris County, officials said.Read this article in Spanish View this post on Instagram D...
Two men were found dead inside a vehicle at an auto body shop in North Harris County on Saturday morning, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.
Deputies say a man who died after running a stop sign and hitting a tree in east Harris County may have suffered a medical issue.
A young man was fatally shot outside a convenience store in southwest Houston on Sunday evening, according to the Houston Police Department.Officers responded around 7 p.m. to the 8900 block of Braesmont Drive after a 911 caller reported seeing someone lying in the grass.When off...
A Pasadena Police Department vehicle responding to a major crash was involved in a second collision Sunday afternoon near Beltway 8, authorities said.The incident happened around 2:59 p.m. on southbound Red Bluff Road approaching Beltway 8.Footage from the scene was shared on Fac...
According to HPD, the man was found lying in the grass outside the store with a gunshot wound by a person who then called 911.
A woman has been arrested after deputies say she left her 4-year-old daughter unattended inside a parked vehicle while shopping at a Costco in northwest Harris County.According to Harris County Precinct 4, deputies responded to the Costco located in the 26900 block of the Northwe...
Court records accuse a 20-year-old woman and a 17-year-old male of exposing a child to dangerous living conditions inside a northwest Harris County apartment, conditions investigators say were so severe the child later underwent decontamination procedures twice before receiving t...
On Monday's show: Three years ago, Texas lawmakers approved a measure eliminating Harris County’s chief elections official and allowing state officials to supervise elections here. We learn how the state is using that law to take over elections in some other, much-smaller countie...
The sheriff's office confirmed one person had died in the wreck on Mason Road at Katy Briar Lane on Monday morning.
A Harris County Precinct 4 deputy who was shot during a chaotic gunfight at a Humble-area apartment complex has been released from the hospital.In a statement, Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman called Deputy Dante Zepeda’s progress “a milestone” and said his recovery will continue...
Two bodies were found inside a vehicle hours after being purchased at an auction, the sheriff said.
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash at 14895 Eastex Freeway (North U.S. Highway 59) about 8:55 p.m. on June 20. The identity of the deceased female, 33, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Di...
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a man found at 5327 South Acres Drive about 3:10 am. on June 21. The identity and cause of death of the man, 25, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant...
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man at 5402 Birdwood Road about 6:50 p.m. on June 21. The identity of the victim, believed to be in his 20s, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Divisi...
According to the Harris County District Attorney's Office, Edgar Villegas is charged with aggravated assault of a police officer after shooting two Precinct 4 deputy constables....
A mother was arrested and charged after leaving a 4-year-old alone in a hot vehicle at a Costco, the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable's Office said.
Your guide to celebrating Park and Recreation Month in West U!
An investigation is underway after two teenagers were shot in west Harris County on Monday afternoon, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
Two teenagers were shot Monday afternoon following a fight involving a group of juveniles in the Mission Bend area, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies responded to a reported shooting in the 14400 block of Pavilion Point and found two juveniles suffering fro...
A juvenile was hospitalized after a shooting in northwest Harris County on Monday, according to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.Deputies are investigating a shooting reported in the 7800 block of FM 1960 Bypass Road West.According to Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herm...
A murder charge has been filed against a man accused of fatally shooting a woman at a southwest Houston apartment complex last week, according to the Houston Police Department.Michael D. Franklin, 46, has been charged with murder in the 179th State District Court in connection wi...
Editor’s note: The body camera footage attached to this article contains graphic scenes from an officer-involved shooting, including visible injuries, blood and strong language. Viewer discretion is advised.Newly released body camera footage from the Harris County Precinct 4 Cons...
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says investigators have found no evidence of a mechanical malfunction in the Tesla involved in a deadly crash that left a 76-year-old Katy woman dead after a vehicle slammed into her home last Friday.HCSO provided KPRC 2’s Bryce Newberry with th...
The Harris County Sheriff's Office says that investigators have found no evidence of a mechanical malfunction in the deadly Tesla crash that killed a grandmother inside a Katy home last week....
The family of 76-year-old Martha Avila, killed when a Tesla crashed into their Katy-area home, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Tesla and the driver.The lawsuit, filed Monday in Harris County, comes just days after the June 19 crash that killed Martha Avila and left her...
A lawsuit filed Tuesday claims Tesla was at least partially responsible when one of their cars slammed into a west Harris County home and killed a 76-year-old woman....
The West University Place Police Department invites families to attend a free Child ID & Fingerprinting Event on Wednesday, July 8, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Chick-fil-A, located at 3101 W. Holcombe Blvd....
Commissioners voted unanimously Thursday to appoint Marcus Stuckett, a former director of engineering at the Harris County Flood Control District who has been working for a Houston-based private engineering firm, Pape-Dawson....
Search 567,859+ verified resources for food, healthcare, and housing — all 50 states, DC, and US territories. Free. A practical guide for Bellaire: pantries, SNAP, WIC, the 211 referral line, and how to use the free Feed America directory at feedam.org....
While classrooms are quiet because of summer break, some HISD parents say they won't be silent during Thursday night's board meeting.
Less than two weeks after the agency in charge of managing the potential for flooding in Harris County lost its leader, a name has emerged to fill the role....
A Conroe woman accused of stealing keepsakes and valuables from inside a west Houston cemetery mausoleum has been arrested, according to Harris County Precinct 5 Constable Terry Allbritton.PREVIOUS: Woman accused of stealing jewelry from the dead at a mausoleum in west HoustonNew...
Harris County Commissioners Court on Thursday unanimously appointed Marcus Stuckett as the new executive director of the Harris County Flood Control District, making him the first African American to lead the agency.The appointment comes two weeks after former Executive Director ...
Marcus Stuckett was appointed as the new director after the previous director abruptly resigned earlier this month amid questions about leadership.
The district is consolidating special education services for the 2026-27 school year, which has prompted a federal civil rights investigation.
A woman was killed after she was intentionally run over by a moving truck following an argument with a coworker Thursday afternoon in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.The incident happened around 3:30 p.m. in the 2400 block of South Gessner Road.Accor...
HISD board members unanimously approved the use of the bible-infused Bluebonnet Learning curriculum.
Adopting the state-approved Bluebonnet Learning curriculum for elementary students will come with a funding boost of more than $3 million for the district, which also approved a $2 billion operating budget on Thursday....
A 12-year-old girl called 911 after finding her mother unresponsive inside a northwest Harris County home late Thursday night, where deputies say they later discovered both her mother and stepfather dead in what investigators believe was an apparent murder-suicide.The incident ha...
On Friday's show: HISD has approved Bible-infused curriculum for elementary school students and adopted a $2 billion budget. We get details on both. And our non-experts contemplate The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week....
Weekly Crime Report 06/18/2026-06/24/2026
Houston ISD trustees voted Thursday night to adopt the state’s Bluebonnet Learning curriculum for elementary school students, reversing last year’s decision and prompting debate over the role of biblical references in public education.The curriculum, developed by the Texas Educat...
A man who pleaded guilty in 2024 to trying to arrange sex with a minor — who was actually an undercover detective — has been arrested again, this time on a charge of possessing child pornography, according to Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen.The defendant, Sam Gary M...
The Texas Supreme Court has temporarily blocked Harris County officials from financially supporting nonprofits that assist immigrants in deportation cases. The state is trying to permanently bar such programs....
SkyEye13 was over the scene as a tow truck removed a vehicle from a home in northwest Harris County. The house sustained major damage to what appeared to be the garage....
According to the latest U.S. Census data, Texas leads the nation in the number of uninsured residents.Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones is reminding families that free, accessible healthcare is available to young people in need.“It’s called the Baylor teen health clinic, ...
More than two months after 24-year-old Kevon Clark was killed in a devastating hit-and-run crash on Interstate 45, his mother is making an emotional plea for the public’s help in finding those responsible.According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred on Apri...
East End residents will have a chance to clear out bulky household items and help spruce up the neighborhood Saturday as Harris County Precinct 2 hosts a Keep2Clean Community Cleanup Event.Commissioner Adrian Garcia is expected to join community partners for the event, scheduled ...
Guillermo Hernandez, Jr. is currently being held in the Harris County Jail.According to court documents, he shot and killed Luis Hernandez during a dispute at his home on Craigmont Street near Telephone Road.Officers responded to a family disturbance call at the location Saturday...
Houston police are investigating a shooting that broke out around 1 a.m. Sunday at a gas station in the 6500 block of the Southwest Freeway near Hillcroft. Officers responding to a report of gunfire found an adult man with a gunshot wound to his foot.The victim was taken to a nea...
A man is dead after an early-morning shooting outside an apartment complex near Cloverleaf, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies and EMS were called around 5 a.m. Sunday to the 1100 block of Freeport Street. When they arrived, they found a man with at least on...
A toddler was found unresponsive in a swimming pool and later pronounced dead in northeast Harris County, the sheriff's office said.
A toddler has died after being found unresponsive in a swimming pool in the Huffman area, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies responded to the 500 block of Lago Trace Drive after receiving a report of an unresponsive toddler in a swimming pool at around 6:10 ...
Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a shooting left one man dead and another injured in northwest Harris County.The shooting happened Monday morning in the 7700 block of W. Little York Road, according to the sheriff’s office. Investigators said two ...
According to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, Harris County and Fort Bend County recorded a combined 18 child drownings last year....
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The West University Place Police Department invites families to attend a free Child ID & Fingerprinting Event on Wednesday, July 8, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Chick-fil-A, located at 3101 W. Holcombe Blvd.
The city is hosting an in-person event on Wednesday, June 24, with CenterPoint Energy for residents to meet their leaders and learn about their work in West U.
Your guide to celebrating Park and Recreation Month in West U!
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash at 14895 Eastex Freeway (North U.S. Highway 59) about 8:55 p.m. on June 20. The identity of the deceased female, 33, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant G...
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a man found at 5327 South Acres Drive about 3:10 am. on June 21. The identity and cause of death of the man, 25, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant L. Kauffman and ...
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man at 5402 Birdwood Road about 6:50 p.m. on June 21. The identity of the victim, believed to be in his 20s, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Detectives R. ...
The BTSFAC will close at 7:00 pm on Saturday, June 20.
The Party on the Patio Concert for June 19 as been canceled.
On June 15, 2026, the Bellaire Culture & Arts Board presented a conceptual design for a city logo to the Bellaire City Council for consideration and feedback.
Meet Jorge Aguirre, Director of Information Technology.
Weekly Crime Report 06/11/2026-06/17/2026
The city will implement a new utility billing system in late July. Customers should have received a letter in the mail with this information.
The Milton Street Water Line Project is nearing completion. Construction is expected to be substantially completed within approximately two weeks, weather permitting.
Celebrate Independence Day in West U at the annual bike parade and pool party!
On June 15, the Bellaire City Council approved an ordinance. This ordinance authorizes a notice of intention to issue Certificates of Obligation. The funding will support the renovation of the Public Works facility at 5235 Glenmont Drive, Houston, TX.
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 150 Southwest Freeway (South U.S. Highway 59) about 1:05 a.m on June 16. The identity of the deceased male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant G. Garcia and Officer R....
Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 8800 Memorial Drive about 12:40 a.m. today (June 15). The identity of the deceased male, 55, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant A. Y...
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The fatal shooting of a male at 11511 Bandlon Drive about 1:10 p.m. on June 12 will be referred to a Harris County Grand Jury. The identity of the deceased male is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant M. Brady a...
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a woman found at 2700 Woodland Park Drive about 8:10 p.m. on June 12. The identity and cause of death of the woman, 34, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant C. Ponder...
City offices are closed on Juneteenth, and trash, recycling, and limbs/brush pick-up will be suspended on Friday, June 19, 2026.
All City offices will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, for the Juneteenth holiday. There will be no solid waste or limbs/brush collection on this day. Please do not set out your trash, recycling, or limbs/brush until the next scheduled pickup.
Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash that occurred in the 7500 block of Bellerive Drive about 1:45 a.m. on Sunday (June 14). The identity of the deceased female is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Di...
Meet Greg Bailey, Chief Plant Operator. Greg plays an essential role in keeping our community safe and protecting our environment.
Charges have been filed against an armed suspect arrested in a shooting incident in which an HPD officer discharged his duty weapon at 2200 Briarview Drive. The suspect, Letonto Gaspard, 49, is charged with two counts of misdemeanor deadly conduct in Harris County Criminal Court #3 and #4. A book...
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The time is now to register for next week's Summer Reading Event! Houston Museum of Natural Science will be presenting Bugs on Wheels!
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a man found in the 7400 block of Lavender Street about 9:25 a.m. on June 11. The identity and cause of death of the man, 29, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant M. C...
On Monday, Sept. 22, crews will begin replacing sections of roadway panels between the 3000 - 2800 blocks of Duke Street, weather permitting. This work will not require a complete closure of Duke Street; however, traffic control measures will be in place.
Weekly Crime Report 06/04/2026-06/10/2026
The FIFA World Cup games begin this week, and we want to make you aware that traffic may be heavier than usual on game days. Please allow extra travel time and expect increased congestion on major roads and side streets before and after matches.
Starting on Monday, June 22, a trial will begin for new rules: soft pickleball paddles/balls required 8–10 p.m. & no amplified music anytime.
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a female found at 2300 Caroline Street about 6:35 a.m. today (June 10). The identity and cause of death of the female is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Detectives H. Martin...
The West University Police Department is excited to announce its new Teen Citizens Police Academy program!
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The West University Place Police Department is urging residents to remain vigilant following recent reports of fraudulent emails targeting residents.
Please be advised parking will be limited around Bellaire Town Square on June 23. The Bellaire Town Square Family Aquatic Center will also be closed to the public for a swim meet.
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