First West Nile case in Texas for 2026 confirmed to be in Harris County, DSHS says
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.
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.
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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.
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. During his career,...
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 2:23 a.m. MORE NE...
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.
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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 Division Sergeant K. Me...
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.
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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. HPD Vehicular Crime...
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.
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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Derelict marine vessels can create safety hazards and environmental issues if abandoned in the water.
Houston police say an undercover investigation led to a SWAT raid at a southwest Houston social club where cash and gambling evidence were seized.
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. Le and Officer T...
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.
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 deputies say a man was charged with murder after a deadly shooting tied to a child pickup on Blue Timbers Court.
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 Division Sergeant P. ...
West University Place first responders are excited to announce the return of the Bingo with Badges event!
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 Sciences. HPD Veh...
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.
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 Division Detective...
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. HPD Homicide Div...
Police are investigating a homicide after a body was found near a bayou in southwest Houston Monday morning.
Authorities are investigating after a man and woman were found dead with gunshot wounds at a north Harris County apartment complex this morning.
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 her 2019 murder. Nu...
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 Children Unit.Court r...
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 Friday in the 123...
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 approved this week ca...
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 County judge delay...
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 — a multi-agency ...
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 Stuebner Road.When depu...
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 meetings will ex...
The winners move on to the November general election to take the seat being vacated by current Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo.