WEATHER ALERT
MISSING: Harris County deputies need public’s help finding 17-year-old Ian Manning
Read full article: MISSING: Harris County deputies need public’s help finding 17-year-old Ian ManningThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance to locate 17-year-old Ian Manning, missing since November 4, 2024.
Search underway for 17-year-old Emmily Aguirre missing from W. Harris County
Read full article: Search underway for 17-year-old Emmily Aguirre missing from W. Harris CountyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance in locating 17-year-old Emmily Aguirre, last seen on October 22, 2024, in W Harris County.
Authorities looking for man suspected in multiple Harris County sexual assaults
Read full article: Authorities looking for man suspected in multiple Harris County sexual assaultsThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help to identify a man suspected in at least two sexual assaults.
Stepfather arrested after 5-year-old girl finds gun, accidentally shoots herself in NW Harris County
Read full article: Stepfather arrested after 5-year-old girl finds gun, accidentally shoots herself in NW Harris CountyA man was arrested after authorities say a 5-year-old girl found a gun and accidentally shot herself at a home in northwest Harris County overnight Sunday.
Man admits to strangling woman, dumping body in Harris County field
Read full article: Man admits to strangling woman, dumping body in Harris County fieldChristopher Bernard, 25, has been charged with murder and tampering with evidence after admitting to strangling 29-year-old Cortney Hall and disposing of her body in a secluded area of northwest Harris County.
Armed man trying to force his way into ex’s home shot, killed in NW Harris County
Read full article: Armed man trying to force his way into ex’s home shot, killed in NW Harris CountyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office says an armed man who tried to force his way into his ex-girlfriend or wife’s home was shot and killed Tuesday.
Bystander intervenes, shoots and kills man fighting with ex-girlfriend at N. Harris County apartment complex
Read full article: Bystander intervenes, shoots and kills man fighting with ex-girlfriend at N. Harris County apartment complexIt happened at approximately 2:45 a.m. in the 17200 block of Hafer Road.
Search underway for missing 54-year-old woman with medical issues in north Harris County
Read full article: Search underway for missing 54-year-old woman with medical issues in north Harris CountyA 54-year-old woman has been reported as missing after walking away from her residence in north Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Houston defense attorney charged with sneaking drugs to incarcerated defendant, possession of child pornography
Read full article: Houston defense attorney charged with sneaking drugs to incarcerated defendant, possession of child pornographyA defense attorney in Houston might be in the market for representation of his own after being charged with several lofty crimes.
USPS employee in Houston arrested for having fake temporary dealers tag
Read full article: USPS employee in Houston arrested for having fake temporary dealers tagA Houston postal worker has been arrested, along with another person, for having fake temporary dealers tag, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Dive teams recover body of man who went under water after helping 2 women in San Jacinto River
Read full article: Dive teams recover body of man who went under water after helping 2 women in San Jacinto RiverThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office says a dive team has recovered the body of a man who drowned in the San Jacinto River after he went under water and didn’t resurface.
4-year-old boy with autism found dead in retention pond after being reported missing in Cypress area
Read full article: 4-year-old boy with autism found dead in retention pond after being reported missing in Cypress areaA four-year-old boy was found dead in a retention pond after being reported missing Sunday in the Cypress area.
Teen charged with capital murder in NW Harris County for what was initially reported as a car crash
Read full article: Teen charged with capital murder in NW Harris County for what was initially reported as a car crashAn 18-year-old woman, Janiah Edmonds, has been charged with capital murder following the fatal shooting of Ronald Burns, 42, on FM 1960.
Off-duty deputy injured in crash caused by motorcycles possibly trying to take over Hardy Toll Rd., sheriff says
Read full article: Off-duty deputy injured in crash caused by motorcycles possibly trying to take over Hardy Toll Rd., sheriff saysAn off-duty deputy with Harris County Sheriff’s Office is in serious condition after multiple crashes involving motorcycles happened on the Hardy Toll Rd. on Sunday.
Man shooting at homes in east Harris County detained, charged and has weapons confiscated
Read full article: Man shooting at homes in east Harris County detained, charged and has weapons confiscatedThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office says a man who was shooting at homes in the Highlands and Crosby area of the county has been detained.
HCSO deputy fires weapon during altercation at Houston apartment complex
Read full article: HCSO deputy fires weapon during altercation at Houston apartment complexA Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy discharged his firearm during an early morning altercation with a suspect at an apartment complex.
1-year-old girl dies after being found unresponsive in bathtub at NE Harris County home, law enforcement investigating
Read full article: 1-year-old girl dies after being found unresponsive in bathtub at NE Harris County home, law enforcement investigatingLaw enforcement is investigating after a 1-year-old girl died Saturday night at a home in northeast Harris County.
6 babies abandoned throughout Harris County in 3 months
Read full article: 6 babies abandoned throughout Harris County in 3 monthsIn the last three months, there have been six separate incidents involving abandoned babies in Harris County. Within the last week, two newborns were found dead just days apart.
Lawn crew finds body of newborn baby in ditch in front of Aldine-area concrete plant
Read full article: Lawn crew finds body of newborn baby in ditch in front of Aldine-area concrete plantAuthorities are investigating after the body of a newborn baby was found in front of a concrete industrial plant in Harris County.
3 people found dead inside Cypress home after fire, authorities believe they were murdered
Read full article: 3 people found dead inside Cypress home after fire, authorities believe they were murderedPrecinct 4 deputies responded to a house fire early this morning in Cypress, where three bodies are believed to have been found inside the home on the 14600 block of Plains River.
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump announces 2 new lawsuits to be filed against Harris County for alleged abuse of inmates
Read full article: Civil rights attorney Ben Crump announces 2 new lawsuits to be filed against Harris County for alleged abuse of inmatesCivil rights attorney Ben Crump held a news conference Friday evening to announce two new lawsuits have been filed against Harris County for the deaths and alleged abuse of eight inmates.
Woman found shot to death inside northwest Harris County apartment
Read full article: Woman found shot to death inside northwest Harris County apartmentA woman’s death is under investigation Friday after her body was found inside of an apartment unit in northwest Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
VIDEO: 2 toddlers ejected in East Freeway rollover crash were not in car seats or wearing seatbelts
Read full article: VIDEO: 2 toddlers ejected in East Freeway rollover crash were not in car seats or wearing seatbeltsTwo toddlers were ejected from a vehicle during a rollover crash on the East Freeway at Freeport in Harris County on Sunday.
Ask 2: Can Houston school crossing guards stop traffic on a main street to let cars exit a side street?
Read full article: Ask 2: Can Houston school crossing guards stop traffic on a main street to let cars exit a side street?A viewer asked our traffic expert, Justina Latimer: "Can school crossing guards stop traffic on a main street to let cars exit a side street even when there are no pedestrians in the crosswalk?"
Man dies after being trapped inside home during fire in Baytown
Read full article: Man dies after being trapped inside home during fire in BaytownA devastating fire in Baytown on Friday has resulted in the death of an unidentified man. The fire broke out in the 200 block of Independence Highway, and despite the efforts of the Highland Fire Department, the man was found unresponsive and pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and southbound lanes on Independence Parkway are currently closed.
Second arrest made in shooting death of Harris County Deputy Fernando Esqueda
Read full article: Second arrest made in shooting death of Harris County Deputy Fernando EsquedaA second suspect, Dremone Francis, has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of Harris County Sheriff’s Deputy Fernando Esqueda.
‘It’s terrible’: Manhunt ends in arrest after Harris County deputy’s ambush-style killing
Read full article: ‘It’s terrible’: Manhunt ends in arrest after Harris County deputy’s ambush-style killingThe Sheriff's Office says the undercover officer may have had radio issues but was on the phone with another deputy before he was ambushed. He was 28-years-old and a 5-year veteran with HCSO working as part of its Violent Person's Task Force.
High-speed chase in Cypress ends with suspect stealing police car, jumping barrier and falling 100 feet
Read full article: High-speed chase in Cypress ends with suspect stealing police car, jumping barrier and falling 100 feetA high-speed chase in Cypress escalated when a suspect stole a patrol vehicle from Harris County Sheriff's Office deputies, eventually crashing and jumping over the side of a transition ramp.
Toilet paper, cigarettes and speakers among stolen items recovered in north Houston
Read full article: Toilet paper, cigarettes and speakers among stolen items recovered in north HoustonThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office apprehended five burglars near the 1500 block of Aldine Bender, who were equipped with a sledgehammer, tire iron, and crowbar.
Law enforcement officers around Greater Houston ramp up patrol to combat drunk driving ahead of Fourth of July holiday
Read full article: Law enforcement officers around Greater Houston ramp up patrol to combat drunk driving ahead of Fourth of July holidayThe Houston Police Department (HPD) DWI Task Force, in collaboration with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Department of Public Safety, Harris County District Attorney’s Office, and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), has announced a joint initiative to combat drunk driving.
Harris County Sheriff’s Office newest K-9 Dudley helps reunite missing 8-year-old with family
Read full article: Harris County Sheriff’s Office newest K-9 Dudley helps reunite missing 8-year-old with familyGOOD BOY! Dudley, the newest K-9 member of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, played a crucial role in reuniting 8-year-old Skye Williams with her family after she went missing.
Father, teen daughter possible drownings among several other drownings along same stretch of San Jacinto River
Read full article: Father, teen daughter possible drownings among several other drownings along same stretch of San Jacinto RiverOn Monday, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office recovered the bodies of a 14-year-old girl and her father after a possible drowning incident in the San Jacinto River.
Man who threatened to take his own life shot by deputy after pointing rifle at law enforcement in NW Harris County
Read full article: Man who threatened to take his own life shot by deputy after pointing rifle at law enforcement in NW Harris CountyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office said it happened in the 9600 block of Halkirk Street. near Bonnie Sean Drive.
Man accused in N. Harris County stabbings has lengthy criminal history, records show
Read full article: Man accused in N. Harris County stabbings has lengthy criminal history, records showAuthorities have released the identity of the man accused of stabbing two people in northern Harris County Wednesday evening after flagging them down as they drove by.
Man dies, woman injured after being stabbed by man who flagged them down in N. Harris County
Read full article: Man dies, woman injured after being stabbed by man who flagged them down in N. Harris CountyA man is in custody after authorities said he stabbed two people after flagging them down as they were driving by in North Harris County. One of the two victims died.
2 dead from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in Channelview
Read full article: 2 dead from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in ChannelviewInitial investigations indicate that one man fell asleep while the other collapsed, with the presence of extremely high carbon monoxide levels confirmed by Hazmat teams.
Apparent murder-suicide shooting leaves mother, boyfriend dead and child in critical condition
Read full article: Apparent murder-suicide shooting leaves mother, boyfriend dead and child in critical conditionA man and woman are dead and a child was flown to a hospital after what the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said was a possible murder-suicide.
Is your new vehicle so soundproof it’s preventing you from hearing emergency vehicles?
Read full article: Is your new vehicle so soundproof it’s preventing you from hearing emergency vehicles?Attention Houston drivers! 🚗🚦 Did you know that failing to observe the Move Over law puts the lives of our emergency responders at risk? 😱 Let's do our part to keep them safe by moving over when we see flashing lights and hearing sirens. It's not just the law, it's a matter of respect and protecting those who protect us. 🙌 #MoveOverLaw #RespectFirstResponders #SafetyFirst #HoustonDrivers
3 detention officers indicted after inmate claims severe beating at Harris County Jail
Read full article: 3 detention officers indicted after inmate claims severe beating at Harris County JailThree HCSO detention officers have been indicted after an inmate claims a severe beating at Harris County Jail.
Suspect believed to be connected to deadly Museum District shooting arrested after standoff in W. Harris County
Read full article: Suspect believed to be connected to deadly Museum District shooting arrested after standoff in W. Harris CountyA wanted murder suspect is in custody after barricading himself for several hours inside a West Harris County apartment.
Visitation and funeral service scheduled for Harris County deputy fatally struck by truck on Grand Parkway
Read full article: Visitation and funeral service scheduled for Harris County deputy fatally struck by truck on Grand ParkwayVisitation and funeral service details for Harris County deputy John H. Coddou III, who tragically lost his life after being struck by a truck on the Grand Parkway.
Motorcyclist dies after clipping vehicle, falling off motorcycle before being struck by SUV on FM 1960
Read full article: Motorcyclist dies after clipping vehicle, falling off motorcycle before being struck by SUV on FM 1960The driver of a motorcycle was killed after a crash in northwest Harris County Tuesday.
Katy ISD confirms woman accused in Houston-area home renovation theft scheme is teacher at district
Read full article: Katy ISD confirms woman accused in Houston-area home renovation theft scheme is teacher at districtKaty ISD confirms a woman who is one of two people accused in a Houston-area home renovation theft scheme is a teacher at the district.
Unlucky cop impersonator arrested after pulling over undercover Harris County deputies
Read full article: Unlucky cop impersonator arrested after pulling over undercover Harris County deputiesA man, who is now charged with impersonating a police officer, probably got quite a surprise when he tried to pull over undercover deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office over the weekend.
A timeline of the investigation of former Klein ISD teacher accused of sex-trafficking students
Read full article: A timeline of the investigation of former Klein ISD teacher accused of sex-trafficking studentsOne day after Grigsby’s arrest, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant on an iPhone owned and used by Grigsby, which detailed a timeline of the investigation that led to her arrest.
Report had been made against Klein Cain cosmetology teacher charged with sex trafficking in 2023
Read full article: Report had been made against Klein Cain cosmetology teacher charged with sex trafficking in 2023Klein ISD said they had received a report of alleged misconduct against a cosmetology teacher at Klein Cain High School back in Feb. 2023, but was told by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office she was not a suspect in any case.
Man captured after shooting woman, attempting to flee with their 4-year-old child in NW Harris County
Read full article: Man captured after shooting woman, attempting to flee with their 4-year-old child in NW Harris CountyA woman is expected to survive her injuries after being shot Thursday during a domestic dispute, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Man, woman found shot to death in apparent murder-suicide at apartment in northwest Harris County
Read full article: Man, woman found shot to death in apparent murder-suicide at apartment in northwest Harris CountyAn investigation is underway after a couple was found dead Tuesday afternoon at an apartment in northwest Harris County, according to Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Man crashes into vehicles in restaurant parking lot after being shot in north Harris County
Read full article: Man crashes into vehicles in restaurant parking lot after being shot in north Harris CountyA man was hospitalized on Tuesday afternoon after being shot in north Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
$1M in stolen cars found in chop shop busts in N. Harris County, may be connected to cartel
Read full article: $1M in stolen cars found in chop shop busts in N. Harris County, may be connected to cartelA long-term auto-theft investigation by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office has led to the discovery of three chop shops in northwest Harris County that have possible ties to a cartel, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
Woman charged, wanted in connection to deadly February shooting that left 21-year-old dead
Read full article: Woman charged, wanted in connection to deadly February shooting that left 21-year-old deadA woman has been charged in connection to a deadly shooting which left a 21-year-old dead in February.
Woman in critical condition after vehicle leaves FM 2920, strikes tree in NW Harris County
Read full article: Woman in critical condition after vehicle leaves FM 2920, strikes tree in NW Harris CountyOfficials say a woman is in critical condition after a vehicle struck a tree in northwest Harris County Sunday.
Nearly 100 gallons of diesel spilled onto Hwy 90 near Crosby
Read full article: Nearly 100 gallons of diesel spilled onto Hwy 90 near CrosbyAn 18-wheeler crash caused nearly 100 gallons of diesel fuel to spill onto the Hwy 90 roadway, drivers are asked to avoid the area while crews work to clean up the wreckage.
‘It’s a devastating crash scene:’ 2 dead, 2 others hospitalized after vehicle crashes into fence in NW Harris County
Read full article: ‘It’s a devastating crash scene:’ 2 dead, 2 others hospitalized after vehicle crashes into fence in NW Harris CountyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office said two people are dead after a vehicle crashed into a fence in northwest Harris County.
Man dies after family member allegedly shoots him multiple times in north Harris County
Read full article: Man dies after family member allegedly shoots him multiple times in north Harris CountyA man died after authorities said he was shot by a family member multiple times in north Harris County Thursday.
Deadly motorcycle crash shuts down southbound lanes of I-45 at Parramatta Lane in north Harris County
Read full article: Deadly motorcycle crash shuts down southbound lanes of I-45 at Parramatta Lane in north Harris CountyA deadly crash involving a motorcycle has shutdown the southbound lanes of I-45 the North Freeway in north Harris County.
Harris County deputy injured after crash while trying to pursue speeding wrong-way driver
Read full article: Harris County deputy injured after crash while trying to pursue speeding wrong-way driverInvestigators say while the deputy was trying to chase down a speeding vehicle going in the opposite direction, another vehicle hit the officer's patrol car.
3-year-old, woman shot during altercation at northwest Houston apartment complex
Read full article: 3-year-old, woman shot during altercation at northwest Houston apartment complexAn investigation is underway after a 3-year-old and a woman were shot at an apartment complex located in northwest Harris County Wednesday afternoon.
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Accused child murderer Terry Bryan Rivera has been returned to Harris County
Read full article: CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Accused child murderer Terry Bryan Rivera has been returned to Harris CountyThe accused killer of 12-year-old Carlos Fernandez has been booked into the Harris County Jail.
Deputies arrest mother of man wanted for murdering ex-girlfriend’s 12-year-old son in Cloverleaf
Read full article: Deputies arrest mother of man wanted for murdering ex-girlfriend’s 12-year-old son in CloverleafThe mother of a suspect, who is wanted in connection to the fatal shooting of a 12-year-old in the Cloverleaf area was arrested, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office announced on Sunday.
North Shore HS football player killed in drive-by shooting at party in north Harris County
Read full article: North Shore HS football player killed in drive-by shooting at party in north Harris CountyA North Shore High School student and football player died in a drive-by shooting that happened while he was at a party in north Harris County on Saturday, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
Man charged for chasing suspect who allegedly stole his vehicle, shooting him to death in NE Harris County
Read full article: Man charged for chasing suspect who allegedly stole his vehicle, shooting him to death in NE Harris CountyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was found dead with apparent gunshot wounds following an early Saturday morning crash in northeast Harris County.
Person of interest in sexual assault cases involving minors arrested on assault warrant in Montgomery County
Read full article: Person of interest in sexual assault cases involving minors arrested on assault warrant in Montgomery CountyThe Montgomery County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office said a 23-year-old man was arrested on an assault warrant Saturday.
Man found shot to death on NW Harris County highway in possible road rage shooting
Read full article: Man found shot to death on NW Harris County highway in possible road rage shootingA man was found shot to death on a highway in northwest Harris County in a possible road rage shooting on Tuesday, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
3-year-old dies after being found unresponsive in S. Harris County apartment pool
Read full article: 3-year-old dies after being found unresponsive in S. Harris County apartment poolThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office said a 3-year-old has died after being found unresponsive in a pool at a south Harris County apartment complex Saturday.
Deputies shoot armed teen to death while trying to recover stolen vehicle in NE Harris County
Read full article: Deputies shoot armed teen to death while trying to recover stolen vehicle in NE Harris CountyA teenager was shot to death by Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputies while officials tried to recover a stolen vehicle in a neighborhood in northeast Harris County, according to authorities.