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Keith-Wiess Park wildfire in north Houston contained to 5 acres, no injuries reported
Read full article: Keith-Wiess Park wildfire in north Houston contained to 5 acres, no injuries reportedAs fire crews are using all necessary resources to battle a wildfire in Montgomery and San Jacinto counties, the Houston Fire Department is combating a wildfire in north Houston on Friday.
Pauline Road Fire contained but still smoldering in San Jacinto, Montgomery counties
Read full article: Pauline Road Fire contained but still smoldering in San Jacinto, Montgomery countiesThe information was provided in an Thursday update as crews continue to battle the fire, which currently has burned 2,360 acres and is 20 percent contained.
Pauline Road Fire: Evacuation orders lifted in Montgomery, San Jacinto counties
Read full article: Pauline Road Fire: Evacuation orders lifted in Montgomery, San Jacinto countiesThe information was provided in an Thursday update as crews continue to battle the fire, which currently has burned 2,360 acres and is 20 percent contained.
FEMA approves grant to assist in Pauline Road fire in San Jacinto, Montgomery Counties
Read full article: FEMA approves grant to assist in Pauline Road fire in San Jacinto, Montgomery CountiesGov. Greg Abbott announced Thursday that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved the stateโs request for a Fire Management Assistance Grant for the Pauline Road Fire in San Jacinto and Montgomery counties.
Pauline Road Fire: Officials expect more evacuations as windy conditions continue
Read full article: Pauline Road Fire: Officials expect more evacuations as windy conditions continueDespite mandatory AND voluntary evacuation orders, officials are urging residents to be hypervigilant and avoid parts of San Jacinto and Montgomery County.
High wind and low humidity create more fire risk for areas around Pauline Road Fire complex
Read full article: High wind and low humidity create more fire risk for areas around Pauline Road Fire complexStay informed about today's red flag warnings, weather forecast, and potential smoke impact in the Houston area.
โWe are blessed with the bestโ: Fire crews protect homes overnight as Pauline Road Fire rages
Read full article: โWe are blessed with the bestโ: Fire crews protect homes overnight as Pauline Road Fire ragesThe Pauline Fire has scorched 2,000 acres with only 10% containment, prompting mandatory and voluntary evacuations for 900 homes in Montgomery and San Jacinto counties.
900 homes under mandatory or voluntary evacuations in San Jacinto, Montgomery counties due to wildfire
Read full article: 900 homes under mandatory or voluntary evacuations in San Jacinto, Montgomery counties due to wildfireThe evacuations come as firefighters continue to battle the Pauline Road Fire. The fire which broke out Wednesday afternoon has currently burned 1,300 acres and is 10 percent contained.
What Houston PD says happened when deputy shot, killed an inmate during fight over gun at hospital
Read full article: What Houston PD says happened when deputy shot, killed an inmate during fight over gun at hospitalNew details shared by Houston police are giving a broader picture about what happened when a San Jacinto County deputy shot and killed a man in custody inside a Kingwood hospital room.
Deputy accused of shooting, killing inmate during fight over gun at Kingwood hospital
Read full article: Deputy accused of shooting, killing inmate during fight over gun at Kingwood hospitalHouston police and the Texas Rangers are working together to conduct parallel investigations after a San Jacinto Co. deputy shot a man detained who was being monitored outside of the hospital.
Man who killed five people after a neighbor complained about his gunfire gets life in prison
Read full article: Man who killed five people after a neighbor complained about his gunfire gets life in prisonA man accused of killing five people in Texas in 2023 after a neighbor complained that he was keeping a baby awake by firing a gun in his yard late at night has pleaded guilty to murder charges and will serve a life sentence without the possibility of parole.
Man who killed 5 neighbors in San Jacinto County accepts life in prison plea deal
Read full article: Man who killed 5 neighbors in San Jacinto County accepts life in prison plea dealA man accused of shooting and killing five people in San Jacinto County in 2023 will spend the rest of his life in prison after accepting a plea deal.
San Jacinto County homeowner spends thousands maintaining abandoned property next door
Read full article: San Jacinto County homeowner spends thousands maintaining abandoned property next doorA San Jacinto County property owner said heโs spent thousands on maintaining the abandoned property next door.
29 students, bus driver treated after driving through area near sulfur dioxide leak after crash in San Jacinto County
Read full article: 29 students, bus driver treated after driving through area near sulfur dioxide leak after crash in San Jacinto CountyDPS troopers have been going door-to-door encouraging residents near the site of a fatal crash in San Jacinto County to leave after sulfur dioxide leaked from the chemical tanker.
Man hospitalized after being stabbed in eye during fight at San Jacinto County boat ramp
Read full article: Man hospitalized after being stabbed in eye during fight at San Jacinto County boat rampA man was taken to the hospital and another man was arrested after a fight at a boat ramp in San Jacinto County Saturday.
San Jacinto County primary runoff election results for May 28
Read full article: San Jacinto County primary runoff election results for May 28Voters cast their ballot for the 2024 primary runoff election on May 28 to select candidates for a range of significant offices including the U.S. Senate, congressional and legislative positions, and various judicial seats.
Recovery a faraway thought for East Texas flood evacuees as more rain is expected
Read full article: Recovery a faraway thought for East Texas flood evacuees as more rain is expectedEast Texans tried to reach their homes by boat and kayaks Saturday. Others remained pessimistic that the water would recede soon.
โBe aware of our slithery neighbors:โ Snakes are coming out, hereโs what you can do to prevent bad encounters
Read full article: โBe aware of our slithery neighbors:โ Snakes are coming out, hereโs what you can do to prevent bad encountersWhether you love them or hate them, the presence of snakes is a reality in southeast Texas.
โIโd never do anything to hurt her:โ Grandmother of Audrii Cunninham says accused killer lied to her
Read full article: โIโd never do anything to hurt her:โ Grandmother of Audrii Cunninham says accused killer lied to herThe family of Audrii Cunningham, the 11-year-old Livingston girl found dead in the Trinity River, says the man they let stay on their property lied to them while Audrii was missing.
Audriiโs Law: Family of murdered 11-year-old Livingston girl fights for changes to Texas law
Read full article: Audriiโs Law: Family of murdered 11-year-old Livingston girl fights for changes to Texas lawThe family of Audrii Cunningham, the 11-year-old Livingston girl murdered by a family friend, is now working to propose a law in her name.
โShe was amazingโ: Family of Audrii Cunningham shares exclusive insights into the life of the Livingston girl murdered
Read full article: โShe was amazingโ: Family of Audrii Cunningham shares exclusive insights into the life of the Livingston girl murderedAudrii Cunningham's family sat down with KPRC 2 for the nearly hour-long interview, where they talked about Audriiโs life, who she was, what she liked to do and who she wanted to be.
TIMELINE: What we know about capital murder suspect in 11-year-old Audrii Cunninghamโs death
Read full article: TIMELINE: What we know about capital murder suspect in 11-year-old Audrii Cunninghamโs deathAuthorities said a person of interest in the disappearance of 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham was arrested Friday on an unrelated charge.
Missing Livingstonโs Audrii Cunningham never made it to school; When do districtsโ notify parents?
Read full article: Missing Livingstonโs Audrii Cunningham never made it to school; When do districtsโ notify parents?KPRC 2, KPRC 2+, and click2houston.com sent out a form to all area school districts. We wanted to know districtsโ policies for notifying a parent/guardian when a child is absent from school.
Prayer service held for missing 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham from Livingston
Read full article: Prayer service held for missing 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham from LivingstonA prayer service is being held Sunday for Audrii Cunningham, an 11-year-old girl from Livingston whoโs been missing since Thursday.
Person of interest in disappearance of Audrii Cunningham arrested on unrelated charge; search continues
Read full article: Person of interest in disappearance of Audrii Cunningham arrested on unrelated charge; search continuesAuthorities said a person of interest in the disappearance of 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham was arrested Friday on an unrelated charge.
Fans mourn unexpected death of San Jacinto constable deputy known as โTexas Copโ on TikTok
Read full article: Fans mourn unexpected death of San Jacinto constable deputy known as โTexas Copโ on TikTokA San Jacinto County constable deputy who gained more than 80,000 followers on TikTok was found dead in his Conroe home in late January, according to reports.
Disaster declaration issued for San Jacinto County due to flooding, heavy rainfall
Read full article: Disaster declaration issued for San Jacinto County due to flooding, heavy rainfallA judge has issued a disaster declaration for San Jacinto County due to recent heavy rainfall and severe flooding in the area.
Rising waters underneath Lake Livingston dam lead to voluntary evacuation orders in San Jacinto, Polk counties
Read full article: Rising waters underneath Lake Livingston dam lead to voluntary evacuation orders in San Jacinto, Polk countiesVoluntary evacuation orders have been issued in San Jacinto and Polk counties due to rising waters underneath the Lake Livingston dam.
Burglary suspect taken into custody after hours-long standoff in San Jacinto County
Read full article: Burglary suspect taken into custody after hours-long standoff in San Jacinto CountyA burglary suspect who barricaded himself inside a San Jacinto County mobile home was taken into custody after a hours-long standoff.
TCEQ monitoring air quality following fire at chemical plant in San Jacinto County: What we know so far
Read full article: TCEQ monitoring air quality following fire at chemical plant in San Jacinto County: What we know so farThe Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is monitoring the air quality following a massive fire at the Sound Resource Solutions plant that prompted evacuations and a shelter-in-place in San Jacinto County Wednesday.
Shelter-in-place order, evacuations lifted after large fire at chemical plant in Shepherd has been contained
Read full article: Shelter-in-place order, evacuations lifted after large fire at chemical plant in Shepherd has been containedA shelter-in-place order and evacuations were issued Wednesday following a large fire at a chemical plant in Shepherd, according to San Jacinto County Sheriffโs Office.
What is burning in the chemical plant fire near Shepherd?
Read full article: What is burning in the chemical plant fire near Shepherd?A chemical plant fire has prompted a shelter-in-place for surrounding neighborhoods Wednesday morning, according to the San Jacinto County Office of Emergency Management.
LIST: These schools are evacuating, sheltering in place as fire rages at Shepherd chemical plant
Read full article: LIST: These schools are evacuating, sheltering in place as fire rages at Shepherd chemical plantCampuses at numerous school districts are sheltering in place as a fire rages at a chemical plant in Shepherd.
PHOTOS, VIDEOS: See images of large flames, smoke over Shepherd chemical plant
Read full article: PHOTOS, VIDEOS: See images of large flames, smoke over Shepherd chemical plantA massive fire at a chemical plant near Shepherd prompted a shelter-in-place and evacuations Wednesday, officials with the San Jacinto County Office of Emergency Management said.
Rescue asks for communityโs help after 47 dogs abandoned at San Jacinto County RV home surrounded by garbage
Read full article: Rescue asks for communityโs help after 47 dogs abandoned at San Jacinto County RV home surrounded by garbageThe shelter is asking for the communityโs help fostering the animals.
1 dead, another hospitalized after fire breaks out at home in Shepherd
Read full article: 1 dead, another hospitalized after fire breaks out at home in ShepherdThe San Jacinto County Sheriffโs Office said one person is dead and another has been taken to a hospital after a fire broke out at a home in Shepherd Sunday.
โItโs just sadโ: Dozen dogs, puppies rescued from property in San Jacinto County
Read full article: โItโs just sadโ: Dozen dogs, puppies rescued from property in San Jacinto CountyA dozen dogs, including puppies are now safe and being prepped for adoption after being rescued from a property in San Jacinto County.
Woman dead, man hospitalized after shooting woman before turning gun on himself in San Jacinto County
Read full article: Woman dead, man hospitalized after shooting woman before turning gun on himself in San Jacinto CountyA woman is dead and a man was taken to a hospital after authorities in San Jacinto County said he shot the woman and then turned the gun on himself Saturday.
Suspect accused of killing 5 neighbors in San Jacinto Co. mass shooting enters not guilty plea
Read full article: Suspect accused of killing 5 neighbors in San Jacinto Co. mass shooting enters not guilty pleaThe gunman who is facing charges for the murder of five residents in San Jacinto County earlier this year has officially entered a not-guilty plea.
2 firefighters injured battling San Jacinto County wildfire released from the hospital
Read full article: 2 firefighters injured battling San Jacinto County wildfire released from the hospitalTwo firefighters who were injured while battling a wildfire in San Jacinto County Wednesday have been released from the hospital.
Report raised concerns about San Jacinto County Sheriffโs Office, but what happened after that?
Read full article: Report raised concerns about San Jacinto County Sheriffโs Office, but what happened after that?Nearly $50,000 was spent on a report assessing operations at the San Jacinto County Sheriffโs Office. The findings were compiled last August, but what happened from that point remains unclear. County Commissioners contracted with the LION Organizational Development Institute to conduct the assessment and offer solutions.
Suspect arrested in connection with San Jacinto County murders facing federal charge for unlawful possession of firearms
Read full article: Suspect arrested in connection with San Jacinto County murders facing federal charge for unlawful possession of firearmsOne of the suspects that was arrested in connection with the San Jacinto County murders is facing federal charges, court documents said.
Residents raise concerns about deputy response times in San Jacinto County following mass shooting
Read full article: Residents raise concerns about deputy response times in San Jacinto County following mass shootingWhen it comes to a question about lagging response times, San Jacinto County Sheriffโs Office said it all boils down to manpower. In a county that spans more than 620 square miles, they say theyโre short-staffed and it shows.
Student pilot, instructor reportedly experienced mechanical issue before crash in San Jacinto Co.
Read full article: Student pilot, instructor reportedly experienced mechanical issue before crash in San Jacinto Co.The San Jacinto County Sheriffโs Office said authorities are at the scene of a small plane crash in the county.
Wife of suspected shooter among several arrested in connection with murder of 5 people in San Jacinto Co.
Read full article: Wife of suspected shooter among several arrested in connection with murder of 5 people in San Jacinto Co.Several people were arrested Tuesday night in connection with Francisco Oropesa, the suspect accused of shooting five people, including a 9-year-old child, inside a home near Cleveland last weekend.
Authorities announce capture of man suspected of killing 5 neighbors in San Jacinto County
Read full article: Authorities announce capture of man suspected of killing 5 neighbors in San Jacinto CountyOfficials did not specify the location of his arrest on Tuesday night, but they said the suspect was being held at the Montgomery County jail where he was initially taken.
Suspect in massacre of 5 neighbors in San Jacinto Co. allegedly beat his wife last year, prosecutor says
Read full article: Suspect in massacre of 5 neighbors in San Jacinto Co. allegedly beat his wife last year, prosecutor saysFrancisco Oropesa, who authorities say killed five of his neighbors Friday was the subject of a protective order his wife filed in 2022, an official said.
Bond set at $7.5M for suspected gunman accused of killing 5 people in San Jacinto County
Read full article: Bond set at $7.5M for suspected gunman accused of killing 5 people in San Jacinto CountyOfficials had been searching for Francisco Oropesa, 38, since Friday night when he allegedly shot his neighbors in Cleveland, Texas, after one asked him to stop firing rounds in his yard.
โI wanted to show him how good I was a friend of himโ: Boy writes letter for youngest victim murdered in San Jacinto Co.
Read full article: โI wanted to show him how good I was a friend of himโ: Boy writes letter for youngest victim murdered in San Jacinto Co.Day three of a manhunt for an alleged mass murderer ended without him in custody and a community in San Jacinto County practicing vigilance.
DAY 2: $80K reward offered as search continues for fugitive tied to murders of 5 people in San Jacinto County home
Read full article: DAY 2: $80K reward offered as search continues for fugitive tied to murders of 5 people in San Jacinto County homeSunday marks the second full day of the search for a man accused of murdering five people, including a child, in a San Jacinto County home. Francisco Oropeza, 38, is a fugitive and considered to be armed and extremely dangerous.
Who is Francisco Oropesa? What we know about suspect accused of 5 murders in San Jacinto County
Read full article: Who is Francisco Oropesa? What we know about suspect accused of 5 murders in San Jacinto CountyA mass shooting in San Jacinto County overnight Friday ended with five dead including a 9-year-old and the suspect is believed to be the next-door neighbor of the victims.
Authorities release names of 5 killed in shooting at San Jacinto County home; suspect still at large
Read full article: Authorities release names of 5 killed in shooting at San Jacinto County home; suspect still at largeFive people are dead after a shooting in San Jacinto County, the San Jacinto County Sheriffโs Office said on Saturday.
HAVE YOU SEEN RACHEL? Search underway for 12-year-old reported missing in San Jacinto County, sheriff says
Read full article: HAVE YOU SEEN RACHEL? Search underway for 12-year-old reported missing in San Jacinto County, sheriff saysA 12-year-old child was reported missing from San Jacinto County on Wednesday.
13 dogs rescued from harsh conditions in San Jacinto Co. by Houston Humane Society
Read full article: 13 dogs rescued from harsh conditions in San Jacinto Co. by Houston Humane SocietyOfficials from the Houston Humane Society say they have rescued 13 dogs from deplorable conditions in San Jacinto County.
LIVE: Sky 2 over Houston-area polling locations as wait times grow -- see the voter turnout
Read full article: LIVE: Sky 2 over Houston-area polling locations as wait times grow -- see the voter turnoutElection Day is finally here, and Houstonians and residents in surrounding counties are headed to the polls Tuesday.
Former Texas peace officer sentenced to 10 years for sexually assaulting at least 2 women during โghost huntingโ trips
Read full article: Former Texas peace officer sentenced to 10 years for sexually assaulting at least 2 women during โghost huntingโ tripsA former Texas reserve peace officer, deemed the โghost hunter,โ has reached a plea deal after being convicted of sexually assaulting two women, but prosecutors said there were more victims.
PHOTOS: 15 dogs rescued from โdeplorable living conditionsโ in San Jacinto County, officials say
Read full article: PHOTOS: 15 dogs rescued from โdeplorable living conditionsโ in San Jacinto County, officials sayFifteen dogs were rescued from separate animal cruelty cases late last week in San Jacinto County, according to the Houston Humane Society.
Bond revoked, new allegations against ex-officer accused of sexually assaulting women he lured to go โghost huntingโ
Read full article: Bond revoked, new allegations against ex-officer accused of sexually assaulting women he lured to go โghost huntingโA former Texas Reserve Peace Officer now charged with sexual assault is off the street and behind bars now after his bond is revoked.
GRAPHIC VIDEOS: Surveillance footage released of officer-involved shooting of suspect who was accused of killing a San Jacinto County deputy constable inside a mall
Read full article: GRAPHIC VIDEOS: Surveillance footage released of officer-involved shooting of suspect who was accused of killing a San Jacinto County deputy constable inside a mallThe Houston Police Department released surveillance video and bodycam videos from an officer-involved shooting in which a San Jacinto County deputy constable and the suspect died on Feb. 23 at PlazAmericas Mall in southwest Houston.
Family, friends gather as San Jacinto County Deputy Constable Neil Adams laid to rest Thursday
Read full article: Family, friends gather as San Jacinto County Deputy Constable Neil Adams laid to rest ThursdayA funeral service was held Thursday for San Jacinto County Deputy Constable Neil Adams, who was fatally shot at the PlazAmericas Mall in southwest Houston.
PHOTOS: Body of slain San Jacinto County Deputy Constable Neil Adams escorted to funeral home
Read full article: PHOTOS: Body of slain San Jacinto County Deputy Constable Neil Adams escorted to funeral homeThe body of San Jacinto County Deputy Constable Neil Adams, who was fatally shot Wednesday at the PlazAmericas Mall in southwest Houston, was escorted by law enforcement officials Monday.
โThe 100 Clubโ stepping in to help family of fallen San Jacinto County deputy constable killed
Read full article: โThe 100 Clubโ stepping in to help family of fallen San Jacinto County deputy constable killedHouston nonprofit The 100 Club is stepping in to support family members of fallen San Jacinto County Precinct 1 deputy constable Neil Adams.
San Jacinto Co. Deputy Neil Adams remembered as a โwonderful manโ after deadly shooting at PlazAmericas Mall
Read full article: San Jacinto Co. Deputy Neil Adams remembered as a โwonderful manโ after deadly shooting at PlazAmericas MallA San Jacinto County Precinct 1 deputy constable who was fatally shot at PlazAmericas Mall in southwest Houston Wednesday afternoon has been identified, authorities said.
San Jacinto deputy constable shot, killed at PlazAmericas Mall in SW Houston identified
Read full article: San Jacinto deputy constable shot, killed at PlazAmericas Mall in SW Houston identifiedAn officer was killed and one suspect was transported to the hospital Wednesday after a shooting at PlazAmericas Mall in southwest Houston, according to authorities.
Small plane hits pole while trying to land in San Jacinto County, sheriff says
Read full article: Small plane hits pole while trying to land in San Jacinto County, sheriff saysNo one was injured after a small plane hit a pole in San Jacinto County Thursday afternoon, the sheriffโs office confirmed.
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Ex-Reserve Texas peace officer accused of sexually assaulting women he lured to go โghost huntingโ with him, officials say
Read full article: Ex-Reserve Texas peace officer accused of sexually assaulting women he lured to go โghost huntingโ with him, officials sayA man is accused of sexually assaulting several women after luring them to go ghosting hunting with him, officials said this week.
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Fire station being built in San Jacinto County nearly destroyed by fire
Read full article: Fire station being built in San Jacinto County nearly destroyed by fireNEW WAVERLY, Texas โ A fire station under construction in San Jacinto County was nearly destroyed by fire Wednesday. The fire was reported about noon at the construction site for the Punkin-Evergreen Volunteer Fire Department. The sleeping area, kitchen and meeting room were in the part of the $1.2-million building that was destroyed by the blaze. The building has been in the planning and construction stages for about two years. It was set to open on Jan. 1.
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2 killed, 3 others injured in shooting at childs birthday party in San Jacinto County, authorities say
Read full article: 2 killed, 3 others injured in shooting at childs birthday party in San Jacinto County, authorities sayPOINT BLANK, Texas Two people were killed and three others were injured Saturday night in a shooting at a childs birthday party, according to the San Jacinto County Sheriffs Office. On Saturday around 9:30 p.m., San Jacinto deputies responded to a report of a shooting at a residence in the 4400 block of Counts Road in Point Blank, Texas. The other victims conditions are unknown, according to the San Jacinto County Sheriffs Office. According to the San Jacinto County Sheriffs Office, a birthday party was being held for a 4-year-old child at the residence when the suspect arrived and began shooting inside the home. During the initial investigation, deputies noted that the home was dirty but found one shelf drawer completely emptied, according to the San Jacinto County Sheriffs Office.
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DPS: San Jacinto County deputy killed in car crash was not wearing seat belt
Read full article: DPS: San Jacinto County deputy killed in car crash was not wearing seat beltCOLDSPRING โ San Jacinto County officials and deputies are mourning the loss of deputy Bryan Pfluger Sunday morning after he was killed in a car crash Saturday night. State troopers said Pfluger hit another patrol vehicle while responding to a burglary call. During the crash, the deputy was thrown from his vehicle, according to DPS. Pfluger was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash, according to DPS. The deputy in the other patrol car did not suffer visible injuries in the crash but was transported to an area hospital as a precaution, according to DPS.