Parts of Houston and Harris County have eviction filing rates 3 times county average, data shows
The Kinder Institute report shares that more than 75,000 eviction filings were made across the county in 2025 alone.
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Man charged with felony murder after setting apartment fire, leaving 1 dead, 13 hurt, HCSO says
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said the suspect set the fire intentionally after an argument with his family, with the fire leaving a family member dead and many others injured.
Investigation into Male’s Death at 7220 J W Peavy Drive
Houston police are awaiting autopsy results in the death of a male found 7220 J W Peavy Drive about 7:05 a.m. today (July 20). The identity and cause of death of the male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Sergeant M. Cass reported: ...
Authorities ask public for help identifying suspect accused of exposing himself at NW Harris County apartment complex
The Harris County Pct. 4 Constable’s Office is asking the public for help identifying a suspect wanted in connection to an indecent exposure investigation. The constable’s office says the incidents happened at an apartment complex located in the 13000 block of Windfern Road. Pilot injured after s...
ICE’s latest arrest of a Houston ISD student prompts pushback from his supporters
Alim Garipov, an 18-year-old Bellaire High School student from Russia who is described as a standout student and athlete, was detained Friday by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
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Italian court blocks Lee Gilley's extradition for now over death penalty concerns
The Court of Appeal in Turin, Italy, has for now blocked the U.S. government’s request to extradite Harris County capital murder suspect Lee Gilley over concerns about the death penalty, according to Italian court records obtained by KPRC 2 News. RELATED: Lee Gilley asks Italian judge to block hi...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 6100 Westheimer Road
Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 6100 Westheimer Road about 7 p.m. on Sunday (July 19). The identity of the deceased male, 75, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant A. ...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 2300 Emancipation Avenue
Houston police are investigating the fatal auto-pedestrian crash that occurred at 2300 Emancipation Avenue about 8:40 p.m. on Sunday (July 19). The identity of the deceased male, 68, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crime...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 7800 Westheimer Road
Houston police are investigating the fatal hit-and-run crash in the 7800 block of Westheimer Road about 10:55 p.m. on July 16. The identity of the deceased female, 88, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Serg...
Investigation into Fatal Fire Incident at 6701 Weaver Road
Houston police are awaiting autopsy result in the death of a woman found after a fire at 6701 Weaver Road about 2:50 a.m. today (July 20). The identity of the deceased female, 81, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division ...
4th UPDATE: Wanted Suspects Arrested in 2025 Fatal Shooting at 13360 Northborough Drive
Two suspects charged and wanted in the fatal shooting of a man at 13360 Northborough Drive around 3:35 p.m. on May 11, 2025, are in custody. A suspect Carnell Anderson, 17, is charged with murder in an Harris County Juvenile District Court. A previously released photo of Anderson is attached to t...
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 8300 Cullen Boulevard
Houston police are investigating the fatal auto-pedestrian crash that occurred at 8300 Cullen Boulevard about 1 a.m. on Sunday (July 19). The identity of the deceased female is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Vehicular Crimes Divisio...
1 dead, 2 hospitalized after house fire in northwest Harris County, fire marshal's office says
A man died trapped inside a burning home while two people were able to escape the house with smoke inhalation injuries, officials said.
19-year-old charged with murder after shooting that killed man, injured another, HCSO says
A 19-year-old man is being charged with murder after a shooting near Mexcal Cantina Pacifico in north Harris County, the sheriff's office said.
Crews respond to deadly house fire in northwest Harris County, officials say
Crews with the Cy-Fair Fire Department were working a fatality fire Sunday in the 9600 block of Maple Leaf Drive, in the Maple Leaf Gardens subdivision, officials said.Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office and partner agencies are also responding.The Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office...
Man confesses to shooting, killing woman after she threatened to end their relationship, HCSO says
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said the suspect confessed to murdering the woman he was dating after she threatened to end their relationship. HCSO said the suspect's stepfather is the one who called 911.
18-year-old killed, 20-year-old wounded in shooting outside North Freeway restaurant, HCSO says
A shooting outside a business along the North Freeway left one young man dead and another hospitalized early Sunday, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies were called around 1:30 a.m. to the 12901 block of the North Freeway near Airtex, where they found two male victims — ages ...
Bellaire High School community rallies behind student detained by ICE at Houston airport
The Bellaire community is rallying around an 18-year-old Bellaire High School student who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at Houston’s Hobby Airport.Teachers and friends identify the student as Alim Garipov, an 18-year-old originally from Russia. According to those ...
Man charged after fatal shooting in Sheldon-area home on Maritime Drive, HCSO says
A man is now charged in connection with a deadly shooting that happened Saturday evening in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies were called to a home in the 11100 block of Maritime Drive in the Sheldon area just after 6:30 p.m. Investigators said they...
Deputies investigating woman’s death outside trailer in northwest Harris County
Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating after a woman was found unresponsive outside a trailer in northwest Harris County early Saturday.Deputies said EMS was called to the 1100 block of Blue Bell Road at about 3 a.m. HCSO said deputies arrived around 3:11 a.m.Paramedics treated...
Woman sentenced to 3 years after posing as Camp Mystic victim's father, asking for donations, Pct. 1 says
Court documents state that Maitlin Page White, 28, was charged with two felony counts of online impersonation in Harris County.
Minnesota prosecutor talks strategy after deadly Houston ICE shooting
After a man was killed by ICE agents in Houston, the Harris County District Attorney's office is conducting its own investigation and turning to leaders in Minneapolis for guidance.
Man involved in 2 separate attacks that critically injured victims in NW Harris County, HCSO says
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said deputies found one of the victims on the sidewalk with severe head injuries before being taken to the hospital.
Construction to Begin on Waterline Replacement Project on S. Rice Ave
The City of Bellaire will begin construction this week on a project along South Rice Avenue to replace aging and undersized water distribution mains
1 hospitalized after shooting at SE Houston car wash; fleeing suspect fired shot at pursuing Pct. 2 deputy
The Harris County Pct. 2 Constable’s Office says one person was shot in the chest at a car wash in southeast Houston Friday and the fleeing suspect allegedly fired a shot at a pursuing deputy.It happened in the 10800 block of Sabo Road around noon Friday.The constable’s office says a deputy in an...
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Collision between METRORail and HFD vehicle near Texas Medical Center, MPD confirms; second incident this month
For the second time this month, an HFD vehicle and a METRORail train collided with one another. A person was taken to the hospital for evaluation, according to MPD.
Play West U Fall 2026
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Investigation into Fatal Crash at 2200 Wayside Drive
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash in the 2200 block of Wayside Drive about 3:30 p.m. on Thursday (July 16). 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 an...
Sean Teare on ICE shooting (July 17, 2026)
On Friday's show: We get the latest on dramatic flooding in the Hill Country. And Harris County D.A. Sean Teare discusses his office’s efforts to investigate last week’s shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an ICE agent.
Suspect charged after shooting inside Cypress Kroger; security expert shares tips on how to survive a violent situation
The man accused of opening fire inside a Kroger grocery store in northwest Harris County is now facing a felony charge as investigators continue piecing together what led to the shooting.According to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office, Kaden Ausbrooks has been charged with Aggravated...
TEA finds HISD to be out of compliance after some parents launch complaints
The Texas Education Agency has found HISD to be out of compliance after some parents filed complaints with the state over the district's special education changes.
'Houston Most Wanted' fugitive captured in New York
Convicted murderer and fugitive Elvio Mancebo was captured in Brooklyn after years on the run, ending a manhunt that began when he failed to appear for sentencing in 2023, authorities said.Mancebo was charged in 2017 with capital murder in Harris County. Investigators say he later skipped sentenc...
Poor Farm Ditch North Maintenance
On Tuesday, July 21, the Flood Control District and its contractors will perform maintenance along the northern section of Poor Farm Ditch, between Robinhood St. and Nottingham St.
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 6915 Boyce Street
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man that occurred at 6915 Boyce Street about 5:20 a.m. today (July 16). The identity of the deceased male, 64, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Homicide Division Detectives J...
Harris County DA says 'it's inconsistent that drugs' found in Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's van
This comes as the FBI said they saw "white crystal-like substance packaged in small plastic bags" from outside of the van, according to documents.
Weekly Crime Report 07/09/2026-07/15/2026
Weekly Crime Report 07/09/2026-07/15/2026
Suspect in Kroger shooting identified and charged, Harris County Precinct 4 says
The suspected shooter, identified as Kaden Ausbrooks, is facing charges after allegedly shooting a man at a Kroger on Wednesday, according to the constable's office.