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3-year-old in critical condition after being hit by vehicle at E. Harris County apartment complex
Read full article: 3-year-old in critical condition after being hit by vehicle at E. Harris County apartment complexThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office said it happened at a complex at 4822 E. Sam Houston Pkwy, near Woodforest Blvd.
Family member who threw bricks at home, cars passing by shot, killed in W. Harris County
Read full article: Family member who threw bricks at home, cars passing by shot, killed in W. Harris CountyThe Harris Co. Sheriff’s said it all started when a 22-year-old son was “enraged” and throwing bricks at the window while there were several other relatives inside.
Deputies are searching for the person accused of shooting and killing a man in Cypress Station
Read full article: Deputies are searching for the person accused of shooting and killing a man in Cypress StationAccording to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the victim was visiting his girlfriend at an apartment on Cypress Station Dr. and Hollow Tree Lane around 11 p.m. On Saturday.
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 complexThe 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.
Smash-and-grab crew arrested in Houston supermarket jewelry thefts
Read full article: Smash-and-grab crew arrested in Houston supermarket jewelry theftsA criminal network involved in smash-and-grab robberies at jewelry stores inside Houston supermarkets has been dismantled by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Person taken by Life Flight after truck crashes into pole in Baytown
Read full article: Person taken by Life Flight after truck crashes into pole in BaytownA truck crashed into a pole on E. Wallisville Road in Baytown, causing significant damage. The incident prompted a Life Flight response to transport at least one individual for medical treatment.
Son charged with murder after mother found dead in East Harris County garage with hammer nearby
Read full article: Son charged with murder after mother found dead in East Harris County garage with hammer nearbyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a suspected homicide after a woman was found dead in her garage in East Harris County.
Central Texas murder suspect in custody after fleeing from deputies in Channelview
Read full article: Central Texas murder suspect in custody after fleeing from deputies in ChannelviewThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office says a suspect in a murder in Central Texas is in custody after fleeing from deputies in the Channelview area.
2-month-old baby, toddler found on sidewalk during Houston snowstorm; mother reportedly intoxicated
Read full article: 2-month-old baby, toddler found on sidewalk during Houston snowstorm; mother reportedly intoxicatedTwo babies were found laying on a sidewalk during Tuesday’s winter storm with their mother who was reportedly intoxicated, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Man charged after 17-year-old teenage girl shot, killed after argument at north Harris County apartment
Read full article: Man charged after 17-year-old teenage girl shot, killed after argument at north Harris County apartmentThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man they say shot and killed a 17-year-old after an argument in the parking lot of an apartment complex.
18-year-old detained after mother stabbed multiple times in northwest Houston
Read full article: 18-year-old detained after mother stabbed multiple times in northwest HoustonAn 18-year-old male was detained after allegedly stabbing his mother multiple times at their home on Telge Road in northwest Houston.
16-year-old in critical condition after possible accidental shooting in Channelview
Read full article: 16-year-old in critical condition after possible accidental shooting in ChannelviewThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office says a teenager is in critical condition after a possible accidental shooting in Channelview Friday.
Assault rifle used in drive-by shooting in Highlands, two victims airlifted
Read full article: Assault rifle used in drive-by shooting in Highlands, two victims airliftedA drive-by shooting in East Harris County left two adults injured, with a man in critical condition and a woman in an unknown condition.
FBI says there is ‘no threat to residents’ in NW Harris County area where New Orleans attacker lived
Read full article: FBI says there is ‘no threat to residents’ in NW Harris County area where New Orleans attacker livedFBI Houston says they along with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are near the intersection of Hugh Road and Crescent Peak Drive.
2 suspected drunk drivers crash in NE Harris County on New Year’s night
Read full article: 2 suspected drunk drivers crash in NE Harris County on New Year’s nightInvestigators say a man suspected of driving drunk and speeding crashed his car. While officers were investigating the scene, another driver (also believed to be under the influence) drove past a barricade and into the crash scene.
Woman kills ex-boyfriend during argument after he broke into her NW Harris County apartment
Read full article: Woman kills ex-boyfriend during argument after he broke into her NW Harris County apartmentInvestigators say the ex-boyfriend forced his way into the woman's apartment and a verbal argument turned physical to the point where she grabbed a knife.
Private digital forensic investigator shares how he pin-pointed missing Katy teen’s locations before she was found
Read full article: Private digital forensic investigator shares how he pin-pointed missing Katy teen’s locations before she was foundOn Monday, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office announced a 15-year-old Katy girl was found nearly two weeks after she disappeared.
Toddler unintentionally shoots mother inside vehicle in southwest Harris County
Read full article: Toddler unintentionally shoots mother inside vehicle in southwest Harris CountyA mother was hospitalized after being unintentionally shot by her 3-year-old toddler inside a vehicle near the area of Alief, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Teen shot multiple times during attempted carjacking at NE Houston park
Read full article: Teen shot multiple times during attempted carjacking at NE Houston parkA 17-year-old boy has been transported to a nearby hospital after being shot several times in an attempted carjacking in northeast Houston.
Amber Alert issued for missing 15-year-old girl last seen in Katy area nearly a week ago
Read full article: Amber Alert issued for missing 15-year-old girl last seen in Katy area nearly a week agoAn Amber Alert has been issued for missing a 15-year-old girl who was last seen in the Katy area nearly a week ago, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Have you seen her? Deputies searching for missing 16-year-old last seen in NE Harris County
Read full article: Have you seen her? Deputies searching for missing 16-year-old last seen in NE Harris CountyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in finding a 16-year-old girl last seen in northeast Harris County on Tuesday night.
Inmate who escaped from custody at Harris County Joint Processing Center captured
Read full article: Inmate who escaped from custody at Harris County Joint Processing Center capturedAn inmate who escaped from custody while being processed at the Harris County Joint Processing Center in Downtown Houston has been captured.
Search underway for missing 17-year-old Brianna Martinez in Houston
Read full article: Search underway for missing 17-year-old Brianna Martinez in HoustonThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance in finding 17-year-old Brianna Martinez, who was last seen in Houston on November 29, 2024.
Fake HCSO deputies targeting citizens over ‘missed jury duty’ claims
Read full article: Fake HCSO deputies targeting citizens over ‘missed jury duty’ claimsScammers are at it again, this time impersonating officers from the Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) to exploit residents' fear of legal trouble.
Inmate at Harris County Jail found with loaded gun hidden in cushion of his wheelchair
Read full article: Inmate at Harris County Jail found with loaded gun hidden in cushion of his wheelchairAn inmate at the Harris County Jail is facing more charges after the Harris County Sheriff’s Office said a loaded handgun was found hidden inside the inmate’s wheelchair.

New homeowner finds human remains in northeast Harris County while cleaning house that burned in August
Read full article: New homeowner finds human remains in northeast Harris County while cleaning house that burned in AugustA new homeowner in Houston discovered a human corpse in a house they had recently purchased.
Houston defense attorney charged with smuggling drug-laced papers into jail
Read full article: Houston defense attorney charged with smuggling drug-laced papers into jailA Houston-based defense attorney may be on the radar for legal counsel of his own after he was caught trying to sneak drugs into a jail facility.
MISSING: Harris County deputies need public’s help finding 17-year-old Ian Manning
Read full article: MISSING: Harris County deputies need public’s help finding 17-year-old Ian ManningThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance to locate 17-year-old Ian Manning, missing since November 4, 2024.
Search underway for 17-year-old Emmily Aguirre missing from W. Harris County
Read full article: Search underway for 17-year-old Emmily Aguirre missing from W. Harris CountyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance in locating 17-year-old Emmily Aguirre, last seen on October 22, 2024, in W Harris County.
Authorities looking for man suspected in multiple Harris County sexual assaults
Read full article: Authorities looking for man suspected in multiple Harris County sexual assaultsThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help to identify a man suspected in at least two sexual assaults.
Stepfather arrested after 5-year-old girl finds gun, accidentally shoots herself in NW Harris County
Read full article: Stepfather arrested after 5-year-old girl finds gun, accidentally shoots herself in NW Harris CountyA man was arrested after authorities say a 5-year-old girl found a gun and accidentally shot herself at a home in northwest Harris County overnight Sunday.
Man admits to strangling woman, dumping body in Harris County field
Read full article: Man admits to strangling woman, dumping body in Harris County fieldChristopher Bernard, 25, has been charged with murder and tampering with evidence after admitting to strangling 29-year-old Cortney Hall and disposing of her body in a secluded area of northwest Harris County.
Armed man trying to force his way into ex’s home shot, killed in NW Harris County
Read full article: Armed man trying to force his way into ex’s home shot, killed in NW Harris CountyThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office says an armed man who tried to force his way into his ex-girlfriend or wife’s home was shot and killed Tuesday.
Bystander intervenes, shoots and kills man fighting with ex-girlfriend at N. Harris County apartment complex
Read full article: Bystander intervenes, shoots and kills man fighting with ex-girlfriend at N. Harris County apartment complexIt happened at approximately 2:45 a.m. in the 17200 block of Hafer Road.
Search underway for missing 54-year-old woman with medical issues in north Harris County
Read full article: Search underway for missing 54-year-old woman with medical issues in north Harris CountyA 54-year-old woman has been reported as missing after walking away from her residence in north Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Houston defense attorney charged with sneaking drugs to incarcerated defendant, possession of child pornography
Read full article: Houston defense attorney charged with sneaking drugs to incarcerated defendant, possession of child pornographyA defense attorney in Houston might be in the market for representation of his own after being charged with several lofty crimes.
USPS employee in Houston arrested for having fake temporary dealers tag
Read full article: USPS employee in Houston arrested for having fake temporary dealers tagA Houston postal worker has been arrested, along with another person, for having fake temporary dealers tag, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Dive teams recover body of man who went under water after helping 2 women in San Jacinto River
Read full article: Dive teams recover body of man who went under water after helping 2 women in San Jacinto RiverThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office says a dive team has recovered the body of a man who drowned in the San Jacinto River after he went under water and didn’t resurface.
4-year-old boy with autism found dead in retention pond after being reported missing in Cypress area
Read full article: 4-year-old boy with autism found dead in retention pond after being reported missing in Cypress areaA four-year-old boy was found dead in a retention pond after being reported missing Sunday in the Cypress area.
Teen charged with capital murder in NW Harris County for what was initially reported as a car crash
Read full article: Teen charged with capital murder in NW Harris County for what was initially reported as a car crashAn 18-year-old woman, Janiah Edmonds, has been charged with capital murder following the fatal shooting of Ronald Burns, 42, on FM 1960.
Off-duty deputy injured in crash caused by motorcycles possibly trying to take over Hardy Toll Rd., sheriff says
Read full article: Off-duty deputy injured in crash caused by motorcycles possibly trying to take over Hardy Toll Rd., sheriff saysAn off-duty deputy with Harris County Sheriff’s Office is in serious condition after multiple crashes involving motorcycles happened on the Hardy Toll Rd. on Sunday.
Man shooting at homes in east Harris County detained, charged and has weapons confiscated
Read full article: Man shooting at homes in east Harris County detained, charged and has weapons confiscatedThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office says a man who was shooting at homes in the Highlands and Crosby area of the county has been detained.
HCSO deputy fires weapon during altercation at Houston apartment complex
Read full article: HCSO deputy fires weapon during altercation at Houston apartment complexA Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy discharged his firearm during an early morning altercation with a suspect at an apartment complex.
1-year-old girl dies after being found unresponsive in bathtub at NE Harris County home, law enforcement investigating
Read full article: 1-year-old girl dies after being found unresponsive in bathtub at NE Harris County home, law enforcement investigatingLaw enforcement is investigating after a 1-year-old girl died Saturday night at a home in northeast Harris County.
6 babies abandoned throughout Harris County in 3 months
Read full article: 6 babies abandoned throughout Harris County in 3 monthsIn the last three months, there have been six separate incidents involving abandoned babies in Harris County. Within the last week, two newborns were found dead just days apart.
Lawn crew finds body of newborn baby in ditch in front of Aldine-area concrete plant
Read full article: Lawn crew finds body of newborn baby in ditch in front of Aldine-area concrete plantAuthorities are investigating after the body of a newborn baby was found in front of a concrete industrial plant in Harris County.
3 people found dead inside Cypress home after fire, authorities believe they were murdered
Read full article: 3 people found dead inside Cypress home after fire, authorities believe they were murderedPrecinct 4 deputies responded to a house fire early this morning in Cypress, where three bodies are believed to have been found inside the home on the 14600 block of Plains River.
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump announces 2 new lawsuits to be filed against Harris County for alleged abuse of inmates
Read full article: Civil rights attorney Ben Crump announces 2 new lawsuits to be filed against Harris County for alleged abuse of inmatesCivil rights attorney Ben Crump held a news conference Friday evening to announce two new lawsuits have been filed against Harris County for the deaths and alleged abuse of eight inmates.
Woman found shot to death inside northwest Harris County apartment
Read full article: Woman found shot to death inside northwest Harris County apartmentA woman’s death is under investigation Friday after her body was found inside of an apartment unit in northwest Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
VIDEO: 2 toddlers ejected in East Freeway rollover crash were not in car seats or wearing seatbelts
Read full article: VIDEO: 2 toddlers ejected in East Freeway rollover crash were not in car seats or wearing seatbeltsTwo toddlers were ejected from a vehicle during a rollover crash on the East Freeway at Freeport in Harris County on Sunday.
Ask 2: Can Houston school crossing guards stop traffic on a main street to let cars exit a side street?
Read full article: Ask 2: Can Houston school crossing guards stop traffic on a main street to let cars exit a side street?A viewer asked our traffic expert, Justina Latimer: "Can school crossing guards stop traffic on a main street to let cars exit a side street even when there are no pedestrians in the crosswalk?"
Man dies after being trapped inside home during fire in Baytown
Read full article: Man dies after being trapped inside home during fire in BaytownA devastating fire in Baytown on Friday has resulted in the death of an unidentified man. The fire broke out in the 200 block of Independence Highway, and despite the efforts of the Highland Fire Department, the man was found unresponsive and pronounced dead at the scene. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and southbound lanes on Independence Parkway are currently closed.
Second arrest made in shooting death of Harris County Deputy Fernando Esqueda
Read full article: Second arrest made in shooting death of Harris County Deputy Fernando EsquedaA second suspect, Dremone Francis, has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of Harris County Sheriff’s Deputy Fernando Esqueda.
‘It’s terrible’: Manhunt ends in arrest after Harris County deputy’s ambush-style killing
Read full article: ‘It’s terrible’: Manhunt ends in arrest after Harris County deputy’s ambush-style killingThe Sheriff's Office says the undercover officer may have had radio issues but was on the phone with another deputy before he was ambushed. He was 28-years-old and a 5-year veteran with HCSO working as part of its Violent Person's Task Force.
High-speed chase in Cypress ends with suspect stealing police car, jumping barrier and falling 100 feet
Read full article: High-speed chase in Cypress ends with suspect stealing police car, jumping barrier and falling 100 feetA high-speed chase in Cypress escalated when a suspect stole a patrol vehicle from Harris County Sheriff's Office deputies, eventually crashing and jumping over the side of a transition ramp.
Toilet paper, cigarettes and speakers among stolen items recovered in north Houston
Read full article: Toilet paper, cigarettes and speakers among stolen items recovered in north HoustonThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office apprehended five burglars near the 1500 block of Aldine Bender, who were equipped with a sledgehammer, tire iron, and crowbar.
Law enforcement officers around Greater Houston ramp up patrol to combat drunk driving ahead of Fourth of July holiday
Read full article: Law enforcement officers around Greater Houston ramp up patrol to combat drunk driving ahead of Fourth of July holidayThe Houston Police Department (HPD) DWI Task Force, in collaboration with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Department of Public Safety, Harris County District Attorney’s Office, and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), has announced a joint initiative to combat drunk driving.