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Channelview ISD student who threatened to ‘shoot up the school’ appears in court
Read full article: Channelview ISD student who threatened to ‘shoot up the school’ appears in courtA Channelview Independent School District student is facing real life consequences after admitting to making threats against her school, according to Harris County Pct. 3 Deputy Constable’s Office.
Channelview ISD student arrested, charged following terroristic threats
Read full article: Channelview ISD student arrested, charged following terroristic threatsA Channelview Independent School District student is facing real life consequences after admitting to making threats against her school, according to Harris County Pct. 3 Deputy Constable’s Office.
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.
Channelview Church catches fire late into the night, cause under investigation
Read full article: Channelview Church catches fire late into the night, cause under investigationThere was no power in the church, but investigators aren't sure if that's due to the effects of last week's storms. Additionally, the church was supposed to be vacant, and no injuries were reported - but it's unclear if someone might have been squatting.
Channelview neighbors and businesses return to properties following devastating floods
Read full article: Channelview neighbors and businesses return to properties following devastating floodsKPRC 2 visited the areas where people returned to their Channelview homes and businesses after Harris County lifted its mandatory evacuation order.
‘Totally frustrating’: Channelview homeowners vexed as toxins remain San Jacinto River
Read full article: ‘Totally frustrating’: Channelview homeowners vexed as toxins remain San Jacinto RiverThe San Jacinto River flows through Channelview, and its currents bring in fish, ships, and, unfortunately, even toxins.
54-year-old man charged with murder in 2021 shooting death of transgender woman in Channelview
Read full article: 54-year-old man charged with murder in 2021 shooting death of transgender woman in ChannelviewAuthorities say an arrest has been made in connection to the shooting death of a transgender woman in 2021.
Massive pothole causes nearly 15 flat tires on east Harris County freeway
Read full article: Massive pothole causes nearly 15 flat tires on east Harris County freewayHarris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said between 10-15 vehicles suffered flat tires due to a large pothole in the westbound/inbound lanes of East Freeway in Channelview.
14-year-old allegedly shot, killed man who may have been trying to break into several east Harris Co. homes
Read full article: 14-year-old allegedly shot, killed man who may have been trying to break into several east Harris Co. homesA man was reportedly shot and killed by a 14-year-old after neighbors said he had been knocking on doors and possibly trying to break into homes in one east Harris County neighborhood.
14-year-old allegedly shot, killed man who may have been trying to break into several east Harris Co. homes
Read full article: 14-year-old allegedly shot, killed man who may have been trying to break into several east Harris Co. homesA man was reportedly shot and killed by a 14-year-old after neighbors said he had been knocking on doors and possibly trying to break into homes in one east Harris County neighborhood.
Missing woman’s vehicle found submerged with body inside in east Harris County, mother says
Read full article: Missing woman’s vehicle found submerged with body inside in east Harris County, mother saysWe are hearing from the family of Kiesha Lockett, the 39-year-old who was last seen at her job in Baytown on Aug. 17, 2023, but never came home.
47-year-old man arrested, charged in connection to 1995 murder of woman in Channelview
Read full article: 47-year-old man arrested, charged in connection to 1995 murder of woman in ChannelviewA 47-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection to a deadly shooting which led to the death of a woman in Channelview in 1995.
2 men dead after stabbing each other during fight in Channelview, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: 2 men dead after stabbing each other during fight in Channelview, sheriff’s office saysPolice said that two men are now dead after reportedly stabbing each other during a fight in the Channelview area.
‘Love is what love does’: Houston church comes to aid of 80-year-old veteran robbed, beaten in home invasion
Read full article: ‘Love is what love does’: Houston church comes to aid of 80-year-old veteran robbed, beaten in home invasionOn Sunday afternoon, members of the Community of Faith Church in Houston came together to sing, pray, and offer their blessings to Mr. Lee Rooker.
80-year-old Marine veteran attacked during violent home invasion says it took 5 hours for deputies to respond
Read full article: 80-year-old Marine veteran attacked during violent home invasion says it took 5 hours for deputies to respondThis Independence Day, a Marine Corps veteran is crediting his military training for helping him get through a violent home invasion early Monday morning.
‘I could’ve died’: Natural gas tank flies 900 feet, crashing through mobile home after man cut into it in Channelview
Read full article: ‘I could’ve died’: Natural gas tank flies 900 feet, crashing through mobile home after man cut into it in ChannelviewThe Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office has opened an investigation after a resident said debris fell into their home on Monday.
Lighting improvements on busy Channelview roadway coming, nearly six months after woman killed
Read full article: Lighting improvements on busy Channelview roadway coming, nearly six months after woman killedHarris County Precinct 2 crews will soon begin making improvements to a dark and busy stretch of road in Channelview.
Channelview ISD bus driver accused of threatening students
Read full article: Channelview ISD bus driver accused of threatening studentsParents are upset about how a local school district handled what they call a violent threat against students. A family reached out to KPRC 2 after they say Channelview ISD didn’t do enough to protect kids.
Channelview man charged in death of woman he claims was due to ‘erotic asphyxiation’
Read full article: Channelview man charged in death of woman he claims was due to ‘erotic asphyxiation’A man has been accused of strangling his girlfriend in what he claims happened during a sex act Tuesday morning in Channelview, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
The Evidence Room, Episode 10 - The Pom-Pom Mom Who’d Stop at Nothing
Read full article: The Evidence Room, Episode 10 - The Pom-Pom Mom Who’d Stop at NothingWanda Holloway was the very model of a modern, middle-class mom. That is, until she became the focus of international attention following her arrest on charges of trying to hire a hitman to kill the mother of her daughter’s cheerleading rival.
The supercell set up
Read full article: The supercell set upIf you were affected by Tuesday’s tornado outbreak, you probably don’t care much if this weather set-up compared to the Channelview tornadoes back on Nov. 21, 1992. The comparison, however, is remarkable and we can always learn from the past when it comes to just how weather situations come together.
Teen finds couple dead from apparent murder-suicide at apartment in Channelview area, deputies say
Read full article: Teen finds couple dead from apparent murder-suicide at apartment in Channelview area, deputies sayPolice are investigating an apparent murder-suicide after a woman and man were found dead inside an apartment Wednesday morning in the Channelview area, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Thief targeted Channelview American Legion Post on New Year’s Day after burglarizing the organization 3 times last month
Read full article: Thief targeted Channelview American Legion Post on New Year’s Day after burglarizing the organization 3 times last monthTwo veteran service organizations in Channelview are the target of thieves once again.
‘We’re strong and we’re gonna come back’: Channelview American Legion Post burglarized by thieves 3 times in one week
Read full article: ‘We’re strong and we’re gonna come back’: Channelview American Legion Post burglarized by thieves 3 times in one weekThieves targeted an American Legion post in Channelview three times in less than a week.
Woman fatally struck by vehicle while crossing street in Channelview, HCSO says
Read full article: Woman fatally struck by vehicle while crossing street in Channelview, HCSO saysAn investigation is underway after a woman was fatally struck by a vehicle while crossing the street in Channelview Monday, deputies with Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
Man flees after shooting friend in bedroom at Channelview home, HCSO says
Read full article: Man flees after shooting friend in bedroom at Channelview home, HCSO saysHarris County Sheriff's deputies are searching for a man they said shot and killed his own friend at a home in Channelview early Monday.
North Shore remains No. 1; Full Class 6A rankings and gallery
Read full article: North Shore remains No. 1; Full Class 6A rankings and galleryThis weekend in Class 6A Houston football started off with a bang as North Shore was challenged by district-mate Atascocita, who put up a huge fight against the state’s No. 1 team on Thursday night.
2nd man sentenced to life in prison for 2019 shooting that killed 11-year-old boy while he slept
Read full article: 2nd man sentenced to life in prison for 2019 shooting that killed 11-year-old boy while he sleptThe second man responsible for killing an 11-year-old in a 2019 drive-by shooting was sentenced to life in prison for murder, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Wednesday.
Search for woman’s boyfriend underway after her body was found inside closet of mobile home trailer in Channelview, deputies say
Read full article: Search for woman’s boyfriend underway after her body was found inside closet of mobile home trailer in Channelview, deputies sayAn investigation is underway after a woman was found dead inside a mobile home trailer Monday morning in Channelview, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
Bicyclist dead after possibly being attacked by dog in Channelview, sheriff says
Read full article: Bicyclist dead after possibly being attacked by dog in Channelview, sheriff saysHarris County sheriff’s deputies are investigating after a bicyclist’s body was reportedly found in the roadway in Channelview Friday.
When the tornado warning fails
Read full article: When the tornado warning failsI’ve written recently about the 1992 Channelview tornado outbreak when, fortunately, not a life was lost. The best we could do then to warn the public was break into live TV. By the time we received a warning from the National Weather Service and typed that warning into a crawl machine and then put it on air a good twenty minutes would pass. But those were the two warning methods for television along with NOAA weather radio. So we’ve come a long way. But not far enough.
Family demands answers after transgender woman found shot to death near overpass in Channelview
Read full article: Family demands answers after transgender woman found shot to death near overpass in ChannelviewMartina Caldera was found dead near an overpass on the East Freeway and Sheldon in Channelview on Dec. 6. Harris County Sheriff’s Office investigators thought Martina was hit by a car but it was later discovered she had been shot several times.
1 suspect dead, 2 in custody after armed robbery at game room in Channelview, deputies say
Read full article: 1 suspect dead, 2 in custody after armed robbery at game room in Channelview, deputies sayOne robbery suspect was killed and two others are in custody Monday after they shot at deputies and barricaded themselves in a Channelview game room, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.
Ex-boyfriend charged with murder after woman found dead in Channelview area trailer, authorities say
Read full article: Ex-boyfriend charged with murder after woman found dead in Channelview area trailer, authorities sayA man is charged with murder in connection to the death of a woman found in a trailer in the Channelview area, according to the Harris County sheriff.
Here’s what we know about K-solv, owner of the Channelview facility on fire
Read full article: Here’s what we know about K-solv, owner of the Channelview facility on fireA chemical distribution company K-solv is the owner of the building on fire Wednesday in the Channelview area, according to the Harris County Fire Marshall’s Office.
Officials still working to identify chemicals that burned in large Channelview fire
Read full article: Officials still working to identify chemicals that burned in large Channelview fireFirefighters are responding to a large industrial fire at the 1000 block of Lakeside Drive in the Channelview area Tuesday afternoon.
2nd person arrested in 2019 shooting that killed 11-year-old boy while he slept
Read full article: 2nd person arrested in 2019 shooting that killed 11-year-old boy while he sleptCameron Moore is seen in a mug shot obtained from his Texas Department of Public Safety record on Feb. 23, 2021. HOUSTON – A second person has been arrested in connection with a shooting that killed an 11-year-old boy while he slept nearly two years ago. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said in a tweet Tuesday that Cameron Moore has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the June 9, 2019, shooting death of Kameron Jones. Sonnie Reyes was previously arrested and charged with murder in connection with the case. Investigators said at the time of the shooting that it appeared an assault rifle was used in the shooting.
HCFMO: ‘Unattended warming fire’ in metal barrel causes Channelview mobile home fire
Read full article: HCFMO: ‘Unattended warming fire’ in metal barrel causes Channelview mobile home fireCHANNELVIEW, Texas – Flames ripped through a mobile home in Channelview overnight. The fire was reported around 3:45 Sunday at home in the 16500 block of Pecan Street, near Lakeside Drive. Both the mobile home’s occupants made it out of the house, though they each sustained some injuries. At some point after exiting the structure, a man went back inside in search of the woman and suffered smoke inhalation. Investigators with the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office said an “unattended warming fire” inside a metal barrel on the front porch caused the house fire.
Have you seen him? Fugitive wanted for capital murder, HCSO says
Read full article: Have you seen him? Fugitive wanted for capital murder, HCSO saysCHANNELVIEW, Texas – The Harris County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Division is seeking help from the public in locating Jose Pablo Urbina. According to the department, Urbina is responsible for a capital murder that occurred on July 17, 2019, in Channelview. Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, charging and/or arrest of the suspects in this case. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. Only tips and calls DIRECTLY TO Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.
Student hurt after box cutter used in Channelview ISD school fight, authorities say
Read full article: Student hurt after box cutter used in Channelview ISD school fight, authorities sayHOUSTON – A Channelview Independent School District student was hurt when a student wielded a box cutter during a fight Monday morning, according to the school. The incident happened at Alice Johnson Junior High School. “The school constables were immediately made aware and the injured student was transported to a hospital to be evaluated,” the school said in a statement. The other student was detained and the box cutter confiscated. It’s unclear from the district’s statement about the incident whether the student who was injured was the student with the box cutter or the student who was detained.
Man dies after being run over by crane in Channelview, deputies say
Read full article: Man dies after being run over by crane in Channelview, deputies sayA man is dead after being run over by a crane at a business in Channelview on Jan. 25, 2015. CHANNELVIEW, Texas – A man is dead after he was run over by a crane Monday at a business in Channelview, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. The incident was reported in the 120 block of Tower Street, near Sheldon Road and the East Freeway. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. The victim’s identity has not been released.
IN FOCUS: Pasadena stealing the headlines in district play
Read full article: IN FOCUS: Pasadena stealing the headlines in district play(Copyright (c) 2021 VYPE - All rights reserved)IN FOCUS: Pasadena stealing the headlines in district playBreak up the Pasadena Eagles. Pasadena is 8-0 in district play and beat Channelview 58-14 on Saturday. The Eagles can ball with a trio of scorers -- Brock Fosnigth, Kevin Juarez and Kanye Ortiz. Pasadena leads District 23-6A with five games to play. All photo courtesy of Andy Tolbert.
Deputies uncover illegal game room after responding to shooting call in Channelview
Read full article: Deputies uncover illegal game room after responding to shooting call in ChannelviewCHANNELVIEW, Texas – Deputies uncovered an illegal game room early Sunday after responding to a shooting call in Channelview, officials said. At approximately 12:46 a.m, someone reported a shooting at a business in the 1400 block of Sheldon Road in Channelview. On arrival, deputies determined a shooting had not taken place at the location. Rather, around 15 to 20 people were playing inside an illegal game room housing some 50 to 75 games, said Lt. Paul Bruce with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. An investigation into the illegal gaming operation is in its early stages.
Man dead, woman injured after trailer fire in Channelview
Read full article: Man dead, woman injured after trailer fire in ChannelviewInvestigators at the scene of a fatal trailer fire in Channelview, fire officials said. CHANNELVIEW, Texas – A man is dead and a woman was left injured Monday after a trailer fire in Channelview, according to the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office. Investigators responded to a travel trailer fire at 6:50 p.m. in the 16400 block of Wood Drive. Officials said the man and woman were taken to the hospital, where the man was pronounced dead. Officials said the woman is in serious condition.
HCSO: Pedestrian hit, killed by pickup truck on Woodforest Blvd. in Channelview
Read full article: HCSO: Pedestrian hit, killed by pickup truck on Woodforest Blvd. in ChannelviewHARRIS COUNTY, Texas – A pedestrian was hit and killed by a driver late Saturday in Channelview, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. At approximately 9:52 p.m., a driver in a pickup truck was traveling eastbound in the 15200 block of Woodforest Boulevard when he struck a pedestrian attempting to cross the road in an unmarked area, officials said. The pedestrian, identified as Angel Canales, was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead. Officials said the driver, Juan Balderas, showed no signs of intoxication during the scene investigation. The case remains under investigation by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Vehicular Crimes Division.
Channelview schools conducting lockout as standoff involving felony suspect underway: HCSO
Read full article: Channelview schools conducting lockout as standoff involving felony suspect underway: HCSOCHANNELVIEW, Texas – Harris County sheriff’s deputies said they are in a standoff with a felony suspect in Channelview. Authorities said nearby schools McMullan Elementary and Alice Johnson Junior High are conducting a lockout as a result. Deputies said they are outside a home in the 15400 block of Casita Verde Way, where they took custody of one suspect. Deputies are outside a home in the 15400 block of Casita Verde Way in Channelview, where they are attempting to take custody of a felony suspect. Deputies said the suspect took some cash and tried to breach the vault.
1 dead, 1 injured in train crash in Channelview, HCSO says
Read full article: 1 dead, 1 injured in train crash in Channelview, HCSO saysCHANNELVIEW, Texas – An Amtrak train crashed into an SUV on Wednesday in Channelview, according to Harris County Sheriff’s Office. According to deputies, the railroad arms were activated and there were two cars stopped at the crossing. The SUV went around the waiting cars and the approaching passenger train struck the vehicle. Preliminary info: the RR arms were activated. There were two cars stopped at the crossing, a 3rd car went around the waiting cars and the activated RR arms, the approaching passenger train struck the car.
Worker dies while cleaning inside of tanker at Channelview business
Read full article: Worker dies while cleaning inside of tanker at Channelview businessCHANNELVIEW, Texas – A worker died Monday while he was cleaning the inside of a tanker at a Channelview business, according to authorities. The incident was reported about 3:35 p.m. at Flash Tank Services on the East Freeway near Avenue C.According to Harris County deputies, it appears the man died while he was inside the tanker. Deputies said they are still trying to determine how the man died and what was inside the tanker. Hazmat is at the scene, deputies said. This developing story will be updated.
IN FOCUS (Photo Gallery): Pasadena Memorial runs past South Houston
Read full article: IN FOCUS (Photo Gallery): Pasadena Memorial runs past South HoustonPublished: November 3, 2020, 11:35 am Updated: November 3, 2020, 11:42 amThe Pasadena Memorial Mavs doubled up South Houston 34-17 to go to 4-2 and 1-1 in District 22-6A. The Mavs currently sit in the fourth spot and face Channelview this weekend. Check out more photo galleries by Andy Tolbert
Surveillance video captures two armed suspects trying to break into home
Read full article: Surveillance video captures two armed suspects trying to break into homeHARRIS COUNTY, Texas – Harris County Sheriff’s deputies are looking for two men who tried to force their way into a home with guns. Harris County Sheriff’s deputies are looking for two men who tried to force their way into a home with guns. (KPRC)As they shut the house’s door, the surveillance video captures the moment two armed suspects started to bang and kick the door. Harris County Sheriff’s deputies are looking for two men who tried to force their way into a home with guns. She said her boyfriend said: "Nobody is coming inside.”The suspects are shown in the surveillance video to eventually take off.
VYPE Football 2020 Preview: District 22-6A
Read full article: VYPE Football 2020 Preview: District 22-6ABut VYPE has still done what we have always done when it comes to previewing Texas high school football here in Houston. It's a new look for District 22-6A, thanks to February's bi-annual realignment. In short, it's open season in 22-6A, with no sure fire favorite for the district tile and playoff sports up for grabs. Junior QB Cameron Gray (902 yards, 11 TDs passing, 402 yards rushing, nine TDs) engineers Dobie's Wing-T offense. Senior LB Alexander Garcia (105 total tackles) and senior DE Gerard Joseph (8 sacks) pace a bigtime defense.
Channelview family shares how to throw unforgettable drive-thru quinceaera party
Read full article: Channelview family shares how to throw unforgettable drive-thru quinceaera partyCHANNELVIEW While it was not the quinceaera they originally planned, everything worked out perfectly, the Guerrero family said. They were able to celebrate a very special birthday with all of their loved ones with masks and plenty of social distance. The family came up with a drive-by quinceaera birthday party. All of her loved ones were even able to watch the special quinceaera moment when Azalia danced with her father. If you are planning to have a social distance party, the Guerrero family said to make sure the parking lot is big enough and someone is directing traffic.
2 killed after vehicle slams into small transit bus in Channelview, sheriff says
Read full article: 2 killed after vehicle slams into small transit bus in Channelview, sheriff saysHOUSTON – Two people were killed and another was critically injured in a crash involving a small transit bus Thursday in Channelview, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. The fatal crash was reported just before noon at 977 Sheldon Road. Gonzalez said the driver of a vehicle may have lost control and spun out in front of the bus before the crash happened. He said the driver and passenger of that vehicle were killed. Gonzalez said a rear passenger of the vehicle was flown to a nearby hospital in critical condition.
VYPE Houston 2020 Boys Thrower of the Year Fan Poll
Read full article: VYPE Houston 2020 Boys Thrower of the Year Fan PollDespite the 2020 track and field season being cut short, there were still some amazing performances. VYPE has scoured the standings on MileSplit.com and have gathered the best of the best in each field category. Go crazy track nation and vote for the 2020 VYPE Houston Boys Thrower of the Year in this fan poll. The poll will close on Thursday, June 11 at 7 P.M! VYPE Houston Boys Thrower of the Year Poll (Closes Thursday, June 11 at 7 p.m.)
Weekend roadwork: Here are the places to avoid so you don’t get tied up in traffic
Read full article: Weekend roadwork: Here are the places to avoid so you don’t get tied up in trafficHOUSTON – Between weekend freeway construction and the Chevron Houston Marathon, here are the four things to know before you hit the road this weekend:1. I-10 eastbound in ChannelviewI-10 eastbound will be shut down at the San Jacinto River, from Monmouth Street to the 330 Spur. The Crosby Freeway and the Fred Hartman Bridge will be your best alternate routes for crossing the San Jacinto River this weekend. Expect significant delays on the Katy Freeway (I-10) and the North Freeway (I-45) as you approach downtown this weekend. The Chevron Houston Marathon is this weekend, tooThe Chevron Houston Marathon happens on Sunday.