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WEATHER ALERT

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HARRIS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE


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13 hours ago

Deputy hospitalized after another driver crashes into his patrol car in west Harris Co.

Read full article: Deputy hospitalized after another driver crashes into his patrol car in west Harris Co.

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says it happened around 8:30 p.m. near the intersection of Greenhouse Road and Hollyhock Drive.

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2 days ago

Good Samaritans pull e-bike off Harris Co. deputy after crashing in downtown Houston

Read full article: Good Samaritans pull e-bike off Harris Co. deputy after crashing in downtown Houston

Investigators said the off-duty cop was on his motorcycle, and a driver cut him off while he was trying to make a left turn at an intersection.

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3 days ago

Passenger killed in fiery crash on Eastex Freeway

Read full article: Passenger killed in fiery crash on Eastex Freeway

Investigators were working to determine what caused a deadly crash on the Eastex Freeway.

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Over a handful of officer-involved shootings reported in Houston since the start of May

Read full article: Over a handful of officer-involved shootings reported in Houston since the start of May

Houston began the month with police shooting a man who they say led them on a chase in a stolen SUV. The next day, Mayor John Whitmire announced a five-year contract agreement with the police officers’ union.

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Off-duty officer shoots 2 teens in his NE Harris County backyard, killing one of them

Read full article: Off-duty officer shoots 2 teens in his NE Harris County backyard, killing one of them

It's believed the two men may have entered the officer's backyard while fleeing a drive-by shooting, but the Sheriff's Office is still working to confirm that.

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Suspected trespasser shot, killed by deputies outside clinic in NW Harris County

Read full article: Suspected trespasser shot, killed by deputies outside clinic in NW Harris County

Investigators said that after security asked the man sleeping in his car to leave, a deputy arrived, and backup had to be called when he refused.

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Cyclist hit, killed on Eastex Freeway frontage road

Read full article: Cyclist hit, killed on Eastex Freeway frontage road

A man hit and killed a cyclist on the frontage road of the Eastex Freeway.

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Deputy hits, kills man after chase in northeast Harris County

Read full article: Deputy hits, kills man after chase in northeast Harris County

A high-speed chase in northeast Harris County ended when investigators said a deputy hit and killed a man.

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Man found shot to death in north Harris County, deputies looking for witnesses

Read full article: Man found shot to death in north Harris County, deputies looking for witnesses

Investigators said several witnesses were questioned at the crime scene, but no one actually saw what happened.

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‘Career criminal’ accused of assaulting his HCSO deputy girlfriend in Houston

Read full article: ‘Career criminal’ accused of assaulting his HCSO deputy girlfriend in Houston

A man with an extensive criminal history spanning multiple states was arrested for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend, who is also a deputy with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, records show.

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Harris County murder initially seen as road rage now tied to domestic violence

Read full article: Harris County murder initially seen as road rage now tied to domestic violence

Deputies were searching for the person they said shot and killed a woman in a possible road rage incident in northwest Harris County.

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Man seen firing gun outside apartment balcony in NW Harris Co. shot to death by SWAT members

Read full article: Man seen firing gun outside apartment balcony in NW Harris Co. shot to death by SWAT members

It's unclear if anyone has been hit by the gunfire, but deputies said the gunman may have since barricaded himself in the apartment.

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Pedestrian killed, 2 Harris Co. deputies hospitalized after suspected drunk driver hits patrol car blocking crash scene

Read full article: Pedestrian killed, 2 Harris Co. deputies hospitalized after suspected drunk driver hits patrol car blocking crash scene

A pedestrian is dead and two officers were hospitalized overnight Sunday after blocking the crash site in north Harris County where it happened.

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Woman killed in possible road rage shooting in northwest Harris County

Read full article: Woman killed in possible road rage shooting in northwest Harris County

Deputies were searching for the person they said shot and killed a woman in a possible road rage incident in northwest Harris County.

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Seven people shot at benefit in Crosby area

Read full article: Seven people shot at benefit in Crosby area

Seven people were shot at a benefit in the Crosby area.

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Man killed and father, son inured after wrong-way crash in Humble

Read full article: Man killed and father, son inured after wrong-way crash in Humble

A man was killed, and another man and his 8-year-old son were injured after a wrong-way crash in Humble.

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Former Harris County deputy faces new excessive force lawsuit after ‘unlawful arrest’ of Langham Creek HS students

Read full article: Former Harris County deputy faces new excessive force lawsuit after ‘unlawful arrest’ of Langham Creek HS students

A former Harris County sheriff’s deputy is facing multiple civil rights lawsuits alleging excessive force including a new one connected to a 2023 incident involving two high school students.

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11-year-old’s body recovered after child fell into Cypress Creek in Spring area

Read full article: 11-year-old’s body recovered after child fell into Cypress Creek in Spring area

First responders are searching a creek in the Spring area after a 11-year-old child reportedly fell in and has not resurfaced.

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Passenger killed after driver loses control of car, flips into water in Channelview

Read full article: Passenger killed after driver loses control of car, flips into water in Channelview

Deputies said the driver pulled his passenger out of the car after the crash and did not appear intoxicated. He also passed field sobriety tests.

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Texas Senate approves bill requiring sheriffs to assist with deportations

Read full article: Texas Senate approves bill requiring sheriffs to assist with deportations

If passed, ICE agents can then train deputies and jailers on how to identify and apprehend undocumented immigrants.

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Grimes Co. escaped inmate found at north Harris County motel room, 2 others arrested for hindering

Read full article: Grimes Co. escaped inmate found at north Harris County motel room, 2 others arrested for hindering

The Grimes County Sheriff’s Office is currently on the lookout for an inmate who escaped from Cypress Creek Behavioral Hospital.

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Family of Audrii Cunningham speaks in front of state lawmakers in Austin

Read full article: Family of Audrii Cunningham speaks in front of state lawmakers in Austin

The family of Audrii Cunningham, the slain 11-year-old Livingston girl, will testify in front of Texas state lawmakers on Tuesday as they push to change sex offender registry laws.

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The silent struggle: Addressing mental health in law enforcement

Read full article: The silent struggle: Addressing mental health in law enforcement

This week has been a devastating one for law enforcement in Harris County, as three members of the Sheriff’s Office have died by suicide.

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‘He needs to be held responsible’: Homeowner demands answers after off-duty deputy shoots, kills his dog

Read full article: ‘He needs to be held responsible’: Homeowner demands answers after off-duty deputy shoots, kills his dog

An investigation is underway after a dog was shot to death by an off-duty deputy in Klein on Tuesday. The dog’s owner, Mason Monaghan, believes his beloved dog was killed by a deputy with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office who just so happens to be his neighbor.

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16-year-old reported missing in Kingwood, last seen on St. Patrick’s Day

Read full article: 16-year-old reported missing in Kingwood, last seen on St. Patrick’s Day

The Harris County Sheriff's Office said Jacob Hobek, 16, was last seen in Kingwood on St. Patrick's Day around 1:15 a.m.

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Man found dead against concrete barrier on Sam Houston Parkway; authorities investigating

Read full article: Man found dead against concrete barrier on Sam Houston Parkway; authorities investigating

Deputies from Constable Mark Herman’s office are investigating after a man was found dead against a concrete barrier on the N Sam Houston Parkway W.

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14-year-old boy found shot to death near retention bond in west Harris co.

Read full article: 14-year-old boy found shot to death near retention bond in west Harris co.

Initial reports from deputies are two large groups of young men met up near the retention pond when a fight broke out and someone pulled out a gun.

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Woman held at gunpoint by robbers at Willowbrook vape shop while daughter watches

Read full article: Woman held at gunpoint by robbers at Willowbrook vape shop while daughter watches

A woman working at a Willowbrook smoke shop was robbed at gunpoint while her young daughter was in the store with her.

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KPRC 2 helps sexual assault survivor get answers on 4-year-old investigation

Read full article: KPRC 2 helps sexual assault survivor get answers on 4-year-old investigation

A sexual assault survivor is again seeing movement on her case after reaching out to KPRC 2 Investigates for help. The woman who contacted us was attacked in March 2021 in area off Westheimer Road between Eldridge Parkway and Highway 6.

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Mother, son found shot to death at N. Harris Co. apartment complex

Read full article: Mother, son found shot to death at N. Harris Co. apartment complex

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating after a man and woman died after being shot at an apartment complex in the northern part of the county Monday.

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Man found shot to death in Crosby, person seen taken in for questioning

Read full article: Man found shot to death in Crosby, person seen taken in for questioning

It's unclear what led up to the man's death, but investigators found him lying in the driveway and are looking for whoever killed him.

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Neighbor accused of shooting up birthday party in NE Harris County

Read full article: Neighbor accused of shooting up birthday party in NE Harris County

Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said James Thompson allegedly got into an argument with several people at the party before shooting at everyone in the driveway, injuring the homeowner.

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HCSO provides latest update on Liz Barraza murder investigation

Read full article: HCSO provides latest update on Liz Barraza murder investigation

Harris County Sheriff's Office confirms the 2019 murder of Liz Barraza remains under investigation as detectives continue to track new leads.

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Huffman family’s home, cars shot in drive-by, say the gunmen had the wrong house

Read full article: Huffman family’s home, cars shot in drive-by, say the gunmen had the wrong house

A Huffman family woke up to the sound of gunfire outside their home and bullets piercing their walls.

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HCSO: Man killed after driving into crash investigation in East Harris County

Read full article: HCSO: Man killed after driving into crash investigation in East Harris County

A man was killed after driving into a deadly crash investigation in East Harris County, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.

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HCSO is investigating a fatal accident involving a pedestrian on Highway 6

Read full article: HCSO is investigating a fatal accident involving a pedestrian on Highway 6

Deputies say this is an ongoing investigation

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FBI finds cooler, sulfuric acid inside northwest Harris County storage unit tied to New Orleans attack suspect.

Read full article: FBI finds cooler, sulfuric acid inside northwest Harris County storage unit tied to New Orleans attack suspect.

FBI agents have found a cooler inside a storage unit in northwest Harris County similar to the one that was found in the deadly New Orleans attack, the agency confirmed Tuesday.

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3 killed, 3 injured during chase with Harris County deputies in stolen vehicle

Read full article: 3 killed, 3 injured during chase with Harris County deputies in stolen vehicle

Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the crash happened shortly after a chase after the driver in the suspected stolen vehicle refused to stop. It appears six people were in the car when it happened.

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1 killed in Atascocita multi-vehicle crash as 2 cars veer into ditch

Read full article: 1 killed in Atascocita multi-vehicle crash as 2 cars veer into ditch

One person has died in a three-vehicle crash in Atascocita, as confirmed by the Harris County Sheriff's Office. The accident occurred in the 1100 block of Atascocita, with deputies actively investigating the scene.

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Woman, possibly in crisis, threatens neighbors with machete in W. Harris County

Read full article: Woman, possibly in crisis, threatens neighbors with machete in W. Harris County

The sheriff’s office says the scene is unfolding at 2031 Westborough Drive in the Katy area.

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NW Harris County homeowner killed after argument with a resident he recently kicked out

Read full article: NW Harris County homeowner killed after argument with a resident he recently kicked out

Sheriff Gonzalez says it appears several people live at the home, ranging from young kids to adults. The shooter was recently kicked out but came back and an argument erupted between him and the homeowner.

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Harris Co. Deputy crashes into tree after colliding with other driver at intersection

Read full article: Harris Co. Deputy crashes into tree after colliding with other driver at intersection

It's unclear which vehicle ran the red light, but investigators said the officer was heading to a stabbing call with lights and sirens on before the crash happened.

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Man shot during altercation with officers outside Cy-Fair ISD administration building

Read full article: Man shot during altercation with officers outside Cy-Fair ISD administration building

The suspect was taken to the hospital in stable condition.

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Teen driver dead in crash in Channelview after trying to race another car, says HCSO

Read full article: Teen driver dead in crash in Channelview after trying to race another car, says HCSO

Sheriff ed Gonzalez said on social media, the 18-year-old is believed to have been attempting to race another car when the crash occurred.

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U-Haul driver injured after crashing into side of southwest Houston home

Read full article: U-Haul driver injured after crashing into side of southwest Houston home

A U-Haul truck crashed into a home in southwest Houston last night, leaving a massive hole in the side of the house.

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‘Choose a new life:’ How domestic violence victims can find help

Read full article: ‘Choose a new life:’ How domestic violence victims can find help

Domestic violence is a growing issue claiming more and more lives across the country and right here at home in Houston.

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Man arrested, accused of stabbing wife to death in NW Harris County

Read full article: Man arrested, accused of stabbing wife to death in NW Harris County

Investigators said they were called to a family disturbance and found a woman stabbed to death by her husband, who was later found and arrested less than 10 miles away.

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Former Harris Co. sergeant found not guilty of murder in 2022 shooting death of Roderick Brooks

Read full article: Former Harris Co. sergeant found not guilty of murder in 2022 shooting death of Roderick Brooks

A jury found former Harris County Sheriff’s Sergeant Garrett Hardin not guilty of murder Monday in the 2022 shooting death of Roderick Brooks.

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Who killed Cody Johnson? Family desperate for answers after no leads in road rage shooting

Read full article: Who killed Cody Johnson? Family desperate for answers after no leads in road rage shooting

The family of Cody Johnson is pleading for answers after the 19-year-old son was killed in a road rage incident last month on the Katy Freeway.

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Man shot, killed during gunfight while Harris County deputies, US Marshals were conducting domestic violence warrant

Read full article: Man shot, killed during gunfight while Harris County deputies, US Marshals were conducting domestic violence warrant

A man was killed Wednesday when officers were conducting what has only been described as a “warrant service” that escalated into gunfire exchanged. It's unclear if the man shot was a suspect.

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Authorities looking for man suspected in multiple Harris County sexual assaults

Read full article: Authorities looking for man suspected in multiple Harris County sexual assaults

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help to identify a man suspected in at least two sexual assaults.

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3 people dead in apparent murder-suicide after domestic dispute, says HCSO

Read full article: 3 people dead in apparent murder-suicide after domestic dispute, says HCSO

Investigators say the shooting was the result of a domestic violence situation.

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Jury selection to begin for former Harris Co. sergeant charged with murder

Read full article: Jury selection to begin for former Harris Co. sergeant charged with murder

The confrontation between Garrett Hardin and Roderick Brooks was captured on body camera, showing the former officer chasing Brooks after an apparent shoplifting incident at a Dollar General on FM 1960.

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Lawmaker questions water quality safety measures at Harris County jail after whistleblower complaint

Read full article: Lawmaker questions water quality safety measures at Harris County jail after whistleblower complaint

Sen. Paul Bettencourt is asking a judge to look into a whistleblower's complaints after learning only one out of four water tanks are being used because the other three have rusted over.

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Two brothers killed from apparent murder-suicide in north Harris County

Read full article: Two brothers killed from apparent murder-suicide in north Harris County

Authorities are piecing together what led up to a murder-suicide in north Harris County

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Woman hit and killed near Tomball, HCSO said

Read full article: Woman hit and killed near Tomball, HCSO said

The Harris County Sheriff's Office was investigating after a driver hit and killed a woman near Tomball.

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Check out list of National Night Out events happening around Houston

Read full article: Check out list of National Night Out events happening around Houston

Tuesday, October 1st marks the 2024 National Night Out.

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Texas DPS trooper hit by a car during traffic stop is doing ‘remarkably much better’

Read full article: Texas DPS trooper hit by a car during traffic stop is doing ‘remarkably much better’

A Texas DPS trooper is making a promising recovery in the hospital after he was hit by a suspected drunk driver in northwest Harris County .

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Driver flees after crashing into northwest Houston house, baffling homeowner

Read full article: Driver flees after crashing into northwest Houston house, baffling homeowner

A homeowner in northwest Houston is still trying to figure out what happened after a driver crashed into her home overnight Monday and took off.

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Texas DPS trooper hit by suspected drunk driver in NW Harris county while conducting traffic stop

Read full article: Texas DPS trooper hit by suspected drunk driver in NW Harris county while conducting traffic stop

Authorities say the driver hit the DPS trooper and kept on going for at least a block before getting out of their car and trying to take off on foot.

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Deadly 18-wheeler crash in Channelview causing road closures along East Freeway

Read full article: Deadly 18-wheeler crash in Channelview causing road closures along East Freeway

The Harris County Sheriff's Office and Precinct 3 are investigating a deadly crash in Channelview.

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Suspected drunk driver arrested, charged with murder after crash in NE Harris County

Read full article: Suspected drunk driver arrested, charged with murder after crash in NE Harris County

An investigation is ongoing after a driver was arrested in a deadly crash.

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Hospital communication failure sparks 24-hour search for single mom hit, killed walking home

Read full article: Hospital communication failure sparks 24-hour search for single mom hit, killed walking home

The family of a single mother hit and killed while walking home over the weekend is demanding change after the hospital she was taken to says she was never brought to their emergency room.

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Deputies investigating man’s body ‘with possible trauma’ found in NW Harris County

Read full article: Deputies investigating man’s body ‘with possible trauma’ found in NW Harris County

Homicide detectives are looking into what led up to a man's death on Louetta after his body was found "with possible trauma."

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Driver killed, thrown from truck after suspected alcohol-related crash in Cypress

Read full article: Driver killed, thrown from truck after suspected alcohol-related crash in Cypress

Investigators said the driver lost control of his vehicle (possibly because of alcohol) and was airlifted to a hospital where he died from his injuries.

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Houston PD criminal intelligence analyst arrested by Harris County deputies for drunk driving

Read full article: Houston PD criminal intelligence analyst arrested by Harris County deputies for drunk driving

The Houston Police Department said Fahim Adnan Baqui, who was assigned to the Property & Financial Crimes Division and has been with HPD since 2019 was "relieved of duty" pending an internal affairs investigation.

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Here’s what we know about Harris County Pct. 4 Corporal Maher Husseini who was gunned down at stoplight

Read full article: Here’s what we know about Harris County Pct. 4 Corporal Maher Husseini who was gunned down at stoplight

As the investigation continues to develop in the shooting death of Harris County Pct. 4 Deputy Constable Maher Husseini, here’s what we know so far about the victim.

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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 investigating

Law enforcement is investigating after a 1-year-old girl died Saturday night at a home in northeast Harris County.

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New mural in East End honoring fallen Harris County deputy Fernando Esqueda who was killed in line of duty

Read full article: New mural in East End honoring fallen Harris County deputy Fernando Esqueda who was killed in line of duty

A new mural at Taqueria Monchy’s honors the life and dedication of Deputy Fernando Esqueda, who was tragically killed in the line of duty last month. Created by artist Suly Flores, the mural stands in East End, where Esqueda grew up, and celebrates his commitment to public service and his positive spirit.

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Woman using con artist name on social media faces felonies in Harris County for using stolen ID to rent home

Read full article: Woman using con artist name on social media faces felonies in Harris County for using stolen ID to rent home

After a realtor called KPRC 2 in April when he realized his client’s home had been rented using a stolen identity, the tenant has been charged and is wanted on three felony charges.

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‘It’s a miracle’: Two kids survive being ejected during violent rollover on Houston’s East Freeway

Read full article: ‘It’s a miracle’: Two kids survive being ejected during violent rollover on Houston’s East Freeway

Two children, both under the age of five, somehow survived a violent rollover crash in which they both were ejected from the vehicle.

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Man poses as cop using red and blue lights to stop cars, arrested by actual Harris County deputies

Read full article: Man poses as cop using red and blue lights to stop cars, arrested by actual Harris County deputies

A 21-year-old man, Michael Saulsberry, was arrested early Sunday for impersonating a public servant after being caught using red and blue lights to stop vehicles on I-10 westbound in Harris County.

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Grand jury declines to indict Harris County sheriff’s chief of staff

Read full article: Grand jury declines to indict Harris County sheriff’s chief of staff

All charges have been dropped against Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez’ Chief of Staff Jason Spencer after a grand jury declined to indict him Tuesday.

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Man’s body found with ‘obvious signs of trauma’ in NW Harris County

Read full article: Man’s body found with ‘obvious signs of trauma’ in NW Harris County

Deputies are investigating a gruesome discovery after uncovering a man’s body, possibly in his 20s, with “obvious signs of trauma.”

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Houston honors fallen Harris County Deputy Fernando Esqueda after he was killed in line of duty

Read full article: Houston honors fallen Harris County Deputy Fernando Esqueda after he was killed in line of duty

The Houston community is coming together to honor a Harris County deputy who was taken in a senseless act of violence last week.

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4 Harris County SWAT members, along with pilot hospitalized following helicopter crash in Eagle Lake

Read full article: 4 Harris County SWAT members, along with pilot hospitalized following helicopter crash in Eagle Lake

It's unclear what caused the pilot to make a hard landing/crash but we're told it happened during a training exercise.

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‘He truly was a crime fighter’: Deputy killed in northeast Harris County remembered as ‘relentless’ by Sheriff Gonzalez

Read full article: ‘He truly was a crime fighter’: Deputy killed in northeast Harris County remembered as ‘relentless’ by Sheriff Gonzalez

“He loved being a deputy. He loved serving and protecting the community. He truly was a crime fighter, the type of deputies we want.”

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‘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 killing

The 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.

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Undercover Harris County deputy killed while searching for man who pistol-whipped Little Caesars employee

Read full article: Undercover Harris County deputy killed while searching for man who pistol-whipped Little Caesars employee

The 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.

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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 feet

A 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.

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10-year-old boy riding bike killed by hit-and-run driver in West Harris County

Read full article: 10-year-old boy riding bike killed by hit-and-run driver in West Harris County

Detectives say the hit-and-run driver dragged the little boy's bike for a short period and his bike was found half a mile away from the crash site.

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Mother demands answers and jail reform after son dies in HCSO custody

Read full article: Mother demands answers and jail reform after son dies in HCSO custody

Monday marks one year since Ramon Thomas died in the in the custody of Harris County as an inmate. On the first anniversary of his death, his mother, Dianne Bailey Rijsenburg took her frustrations outside the jail to speak on what she says was her son’s murder.

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Baby found abandoned on walking trail released from hospital, taken in by foster family

Read full article: Baby found abandoned on walking trail released from hospital, taken in by foster family

The infant that was found abandoned on a walking trail near a bayou last week has been discharged from a Houston-area hospital and placed with foster parents.

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Harris County Tae Kwon Do instructors save day by thwarting attempted sexual assault

Read full article: Harris County Tae Kwon Do instructors save day by thwarting attempted sexual assault

Don't mess with Texas, indeed! A group of Tae Kwon Do instructors jumped into action and pinned a man down while law enforcement officials arrived after witnessing a man trying to sexually assault a woman.

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Man found stabbed to death in northeast Harris County, with apparent “signs of a struggle”

Read full article: Man found stabbed to death in northeast Harris County, with apparent “signs of a struggle”

Investigators said they had limited information but the man was found inside a home with several stab wounds and noted signs of a struggle.

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Woman arrested following manhunt for escaped inmate in downtown Houston is NOT his sister, despite initial reports

Read full article: Woman arrested following manhunt for escaped inmate in downtown Houston is NOT his sister, despite initial reports

During her first court appearance, prosecutors confirmed Zana Tyler, who was arrested during Nigel Sanders' capture after escaping from Harris County Jail, is not his sister.

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‘How can somebody do this:’ Just born baby abandoned in Harris Co.

Read full article: ‘How can somebody do this:’ Just born baby abandoned in Harris Co.

Just as the sun was rising in the sky Saturday morning, a baby was born. Before lunch, a man dumped the baby on a walking trail near a bayou in Harris County.

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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 County

The Harris County Sheriff’s Office said it happened in the 9600 block of Halkirk Street. near Bonnie Sean Drive.

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3 arrested during chase with police in northeast Harris County

Read full article: 3 arrested during chase with police in northeast Harris County

Investigators say there were three people total in the vehicle, 2 of whom were dropped off at some point during the chase, but then the driver surrendered to authorities shortly afterward.

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Harris County deputy arrested, cold White Claw can found in car after crash

Read full article: Harris County deputy arrested, cold White Claw can found in car after crash

The arresting officer noted in his report he smelled alcohol on Harris Co. deputy Dennis Palmer and found a can of White Claw that was “cold to the touch.” Palmer claimed he drank that White Claw “ four days before the crash” but admitted “he had taken Adderall and Gabapentin.”

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18-year-old shot by deputy during gunfight at pool party in NW Harris County

Read full article: 18-year-old shot by deputy during gunfight at pool party in NW Harris County

Responding officers said they heard gunfire in different directions and found several people at the pool partying, with visible guns in their hands.

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Family members find dead woman with trauma signs inside E. Harris County apartment

Read full article: Family members find dead woman with trauma signs inside E. Harris County apartment

An investigation is underway after a woman was found dead inside an apartment in east Harris County Sunday.

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Harris County Sheriff’s chief-of-staff no longer facing charges in Montgomery County

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Harris County Sheriff's chief of staff was arrested for violating a protection order in The Woodlands, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.

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Harris County sheriff’s chief of staff arrested for violating protection order, according to MCSO

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Harris County Sheriff's chief of staff was arrested for violating a protection order in The Woodlands, according to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.

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Is your new vehicle so soundproof it’s preventing you from hearing emergency vehicles?

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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

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Houston is behaving! Authorities report no looting incidents

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Law enforcement agencies keeping a watchful eye on Houston and Harris County say they haven’t had any run-ins with looters.

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Harris County sheriff’s chief of staff accused of injury to a child

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The man who serves as Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez’ chief of staff has been charged in connection to a 2023 incident where a teenager was injured.

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WATCH: Houston law enforcement save residents, animals in high flood waters over the weekend

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As residents in the Houston-area did their best to try and avoid getting stuck in the flood waters, local law enforcement officials were still out to protect their neighbors.

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‘Steadily receding:’ After four days of flooding, water is slowly starting to go down

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Water from the Trinity and San Jacinto Rivers is slowly receding.

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Nearly 200 people rescued from flooded homes, roads in Harris Co.

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Rescue crews from nearly every emergency response agency in Harris County have collectively rescued just under 200 people from dangerous flood waters.

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