Man accused of killing Houston smoke shop owner charged with capital murder
Read full article: Man accused of killing Houston smoke shop owner charged with capital murderAdan Gracia, 21, has been charged with capital murder for allegedly killing smoke shop owner Fernando Gallardo during an attempted robbery in northwest Houston. Gallardo was found dead at the Daze Elevated smoke shop by an employee who noticed suspicious signs. Gracia was detained after being identified through surveillance footage and is scheduled to appear in court on February 16.
Court documents: Suspect arrested after shooting man 9 times in Downtown Houston
Read full article: Court documents: Suspect arrested after shooting man 9 times in Downtown HoustonNicholas Youngblood, 21, was arrested after shooting another man nine times following an argument in Downtown Houston. The incident occurred at 909 Texas Avenue, and the victim was hospitalized in critical condition. Youngblood faces charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and is scheduled to appear in court on February 16.
18-year-old critically injured after gunman opens fire into north Houston home
Read full article: 18-year-old critically injured after gunman opens fire into north Houston homeAn 18-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot in a north Houston home on Granville Drive early Sunday morning. The suspect, believed to be the ex-boyfriend of a resident, fired shots into the home, injuring the young man while other occupants remained unharmed by dropping to the floor. The relationship between the suspect and the victim is currently unknown, and the police are seeking information on the incident.
Co-dueño de tienda es hallado muerto a tiros en el norte de Houston; persona de interés detenida
Read full article: Co-dueño de tienda es hallado muerto a tiros en el norte de Houston; persona de interés detenidaUn co-dueño de una tienda en el norte de Houston fue encontrado muerto a tiros dentro del negocio, lo que llevó a una investigación por homicidio. Un hombre, que coincide con la descripción del sospechoso captado por las cámaras de vigilancia, fue detenido después de ser encontrado conduciendo el vehículo desaparecido de la víctima. Hasta ahora, no se han presentado cargos formales y la policía continúa investigando los eventos que llevaron al tiroteo. La causa y manera de muerte aún están siendo revisadas por el Instituto de Ciencias Forenses del Condado Harris.
Legendary Houston sketch artist ‘unretires’ for Nancy Guthrie case
Read full article: Legendary Houston sketch artist ‘unretires’ for Nancy Guthrie caseA former Houston Police Department sketch artist, recognized by Guinness World Records as the most successful in her field, has volunteered her expertise to help identify a masked individual captured in the Nancy Guthrie video.
Houston Christmas day double murder: $6,000 reward for tips in 45-year-old mom and son cold case
Read full article: Houston Christmas day double murder: $6,000 reward for tips in 45-year-old mom and son cold caseNew DNA technology is bringing renewed attention to a 45-year-old Christmas Day double murder in Houston. The Texas Department of Public Safety says evidence in the 1980 killings of Estella and Andrew Salinas has been submitted for modern analysis, and a $6,000 reward is now being offered for information leading to an arrest.
Man shot and killed at north Houston apartment complex
Read full article: Man shot and killed at north Houston apartment complexPolice in north Houston are searching for three Hispanic male suspects involved in the fatal shooting of a 33-year-old man at an apartment complex on Jensen Drive around 4:35 a.m. Wednesday. The suspects, armed with handguns and a rifle, fled southbound in a small blue vehicle. The victim's identity is pending next of kin notification, and witnesses reported two of the suspects shot the victim before escaping.
‘Gun jugging’: Man shoots suspect after robbers follow his car from gun range in SW Houston
Read full article: ‘Gun jugging’: Man shoots suspect after robbers follow his car from gun range in SW HoustonHouston police are investigating a shootout that left one suspect injured after an attempted jugging near a gun range in southwest Houston.
HPD releases surveillance images of suspects in armed robbery at Houston convenience store on New Year’s Eve
Read full article: HPD releases surveillance images of suspects in armed robbery at Houston convenience store on New Year’s EveHouston Police Department has released surveillance footage of two men accused of carrying out an armed robbery at a Bellaire convenience store on New Year’s Eve.
Former Prairie View police officer arrested after allegedly sexually harassing woman during traffic stop
Read full article: Former Prairie View police officer arrested after allegedly sexually harassing woman during traffic stopA former Prairie View police officer is wanted after being accused of using his authority to sexually harass a civilian during a traffic stop, according to court records.
‘Irate’ customer shoots at restaurant, strikes woman after being refused service, Houston police say
Read full article: ‘Irate’ customer shoots at restaurant, strikes woman after being refused service, Houston police sayAn irate customer at Chaco’s Mexican restaurant in Houston shot at the building after being refused service, injuring an unrelated woman in the parking lot. The incident occurred around 9:06 p.m. on Saturday, and the woman is in stable condition at the hospital. The suspect fled before police arrived, and authorities are seeking information from the public.
Union Pacific contract workers shot, beaten during robbery near railroad tracks, HPD says
Read full article: Union Pacific contract workers shot, beaten during robbery near railroad tracks, HPD saysHouston police are investigating after two contractor workers for Union Pacific were attacked and left injured during an armed robbery near railroad tracks in northeast Houston.
Suspect drunk driver arrested after hitting, killing woman and crashing into 5 vehicles in downtown Houston
Read full article: Suspect drunk driver arrested after hitting, killing woman and crashing into 5 vehicles in downtown HoustonPolice say a woman in her 20s was exiting a club and crossing the street when a speeding vehicle struck her, dragging her along the road before hitting another car.
NEW FOOTAGE OF ATTACK: HPD releases surveillance video in fatal shooting on Rolleston Lane
Read full article: NEW FOOTAGE OF ATTACK: HPD releases surveillance video in fatal shooting on Rolleston LaneAuthorities in Houston have released new surveillance footage, in hopes of learning more information on a fatal shooting last year.
Deadly Houston home invasion suspect had been upset with victim for previously refusing to post bail, sources say
Read full article: Deadly Houston home invasion suspect had been upset with victim for previously refusing to post bail, sources sayTwo people have been charged with capital murder in the home invasion that killed a 72-year-old woman early Monday morning on Lockwood Drive in Houston.
4 people reported dead in Houston as low temperature conditions continue
Read full article: 4 people reported dead in Houston as low temperature conditions continueHouston police are investigating multiple deaths reported downtown over the past two days, though officials say no foul play is suspected in any of the cases.
Man shot to death by two masked men during attempted robbery at Houston park
Read full article: Man shot to death by two masked men during attempted robbery at Houston parkA man is dead after a shooting at a Houston park on Tuesday night, and investigators with the Houston Police Department believe the shooting may have stemmed from an attempted robbery.
Detroit man wanted after woman killed in failed $125K cocaine deal involving her common-law husband
Read full article: Detroit man wanted after woman killed in failed $125K cocaine deal involving her common-law husbandCharges have been filed against a Detroit man who allegedly traveled to Houston and returned to Michigan after fatally shooting a woman multiple times at an Eastex Freeway storage unit in November.
Woman dies after being shot at NW Houston apartment; 3 children unharmed inside apartment
Read full article: Woman dies after being shot at NW Houston apartment; 3 children unharmed inside apartmentHouston police are looking for a suspect who shot a woman inside a northwest Houston apartment Friday evening.
Off-duty HPD officer arrested, accused of racing on Grand Parkway with child in back seat
Read full article: Off-duty HPD officer arrested, accused of racing on Grand Parkway with child in back seatDeputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office arrested an off-duty Houston police officer after they say he was seen racing a vehicle on the Grand Parkway with his child in the back seat.
4 Uber drivers charged after allegedly kidnapping passengers, attempting to sexually assault them across Houston area
Read full article: 4 Uber drivers charged after allegedly kidnapping passengers, attempting to sexually assault them across Houston areaAuthorities from the FBI, Houston Police Department and area sheriff’s offices will outline a new crackdown on rideshare-related crimes at a press conference in downtown Houston.
Texans player identified as victim in armed home robbery that led to police chase
Read full article: Texans player identified as victim in armed home robbery that led to police chaseA Houston Texans football player was the victim of an armed robbery that led to a police pursuit, a major crash involving patrol vehicles, and the arrest of a suspect now facing multiple felony charges.
2 dead from Saturday morning vehicle fire on I-610
Read full article: 2 dead from Saturday morning vehicle fire on I-610A fatal vehicle fire occurred on I-610 near Mykawa Road in Houston early Saturday morning when a speeding white pickup truck crashed into freeway signage, igniting upon impact. Two passengers, both 18, died at the scene, while the driver was rescued by a passing Good Samaritan.
Vandal captured on video breaking Pride flags, throwing them on ground at Houston’s Montrose Center
Read full article: Vandal captured on video breaking Pride flags, throwing them on ground at Houston’s Montrose CenterA report has been filed to Houston Police Department after an unknown person was captured on video vandalizing Pride flags outside of Houston’s Montrose Center.
Houston Mayor says report linking city to over 5,000 ICE deportations untrue, says HPD involved in 74 cases
Read full article: Houston Mayor says report linking city to over 5,000 ICE deportations untrue, says HPD involved in 74 casesHouston Mayor John Whitmire sat down with 2 Investigates first on Wednesday morning to discuss reports that left Houstonians questioning whether the Houston Police Department played a role in referring thousands of individuals to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for arrests.
Driving in Houston? Expect increased police presence on these 3 roadways
Read full article: Driving in Houston? Expect increased police presence on these 3 roadwaysIn a new video shared by the Houston Police Department and Mayor John Whitmire, city officials announced a stepped-up law enforcement effort aimed at improving safety on Houston’s roadways.
Violent and deadly start to 2026 in Houston: 2 dead, 7 hurt in shootings across metro
Read full article: Violent and deadly start to 2026 in Houston: 2 dead, 7 hurt in shootings across metroAt least nine people were shot, including two fatally, in a series of New Year’s Day shootings across the Houston metropolitan area, marking a violent start to 2026 despite recent declines in the city’s crime rate.
Police deaths nationwide poised to fall below 100 for first time since 1940s
Read full article: Police deaths nationwide poised to fall below 100 for first time since 1940sFor the first time since the 1940s, the number of police officers killed in the line of duty nationwide is poised to drop below 100, marking a historic milestone in law enforcement safety.
2 teens shot in parking lot after late-night Houston house party
Read full article: 2 teens shot in parking lot after late-night Houston house partyTwo teens hospitalized after a late‑night shooting near a south Houston party by Blodgett & Delano; one in critical condition. Police seek witnesses and video.
FIEL asks for public’s help in search for missing Houston visitor Sydney Marquez
Read full article: FIEL asks for public’s help in search for missing Houston visitor Sydney MarquezImmigrant rights advocacy group FIEL has joined an El Paso family’s search for 24-year-old Sydney Marquez, who disappeared more than a month ago while visiting friends in southwest Houston.
El Paso family pleads for help finding missing 24-year-old last seen in southwest Houston
Read full article: El Paso family pleads for help finding missing 24-year-old last seen in southwest HoustonAn El Paso family is urgently searching for their daughter, who disappeared while visiting friends in Houston earlier this month.
The Evidence Room, Episode 42-The Sniper
Read full article: The Evidence Room, Episode 42-The SniperA serial sniper was responsible for killing two armored truck couriers during a surge in commercial robberies in 2016. Intensive surveillance and a coordinated sting stopped a third attack, resulting in the death of Redrick Batiste and life sentences for his accomplices.
HPD releases bodycam footage of fatal shooting after man slashes officer during mental health episode
Read full article: HPD releases bodycam footage of fatal shooting after man slashes officer during mental health episodeOfficers believe the suspect was having a mental episode when he stabbed the officer.
Wig-wearing suspect steals wallets from Houston medical practices in elaborate scheme
Read full article: Wig-wearing suspect steals wallets from Houston medical practices in elaborate schemeA thief posing as a patient is targeting Houston clinics, faking a “feminine emergency” to slip away with wallets and rack up thousands in charges.
Suspect posing as patient accused of stealing employee Christmas bonuses from Houston doctor’s office
Read full article: Suspect posing as patient accused of stealing employee Christmas bonuses from Houston doctor’s officeA woman posing as a potential patient allegedly stole thousands of dollars in Christmas bonuses and personal items from a Houston eye care office.
Video: Pedestrian struck by vehicle after being pepper-sprayed by another driver near Montrose
Read full article: Video: Pedestrian struck by vehicle after being pepper-sprayed by another driver near MontroseHouston police have released a video months after a man was pepper-sprayed and then hit by a car, hoping someone will recognize the vehicle, the Houston Police Department says.
Houston police K-9 injured after being choked by squatter who refused to leave apartment
Read full article: Houston police K-9 injured after being choked by squatter who refused to leave apartmentA Houston Police Department K-9 is recovering after being choked to the point of unconsciousness, according to court records, by a man who was homeless and refused to leave an apartment unit near NRG Park.
Mother found intoxicated, sleep on ground in 47-degree weather with 3-month-old child
Read full article: Mother found intoxicated, sleep on ground in 47-degree weather with 3-month-old childA mother was facing charges after police allegedly found her intoxicated and asleep on the ground holding her 3-month-old baby.
Hedwig Village officer used license plate reader to locate suspects accused of shooting HPD officer
Read full article: Hedwig Village officer used license plate reader to locate suspects accused of shooting HPD officerAfter hearing the vehicle description on the radio, the officer located the car and trailed it until she had backup.
Funeral in Houston stopped mid-service as owners face identity-theft accusations
Read full article: Funeral in Houston stopped mid-service as owners face identity-theft accusationsThe Houston Police Department served a warrant at a Houston funeral home after the owners are accused stealing the identities of the deceased and operating the business without a license.
Houston council member proposes change to HPD policy on ICE warrants; police union calls it ‘impossible’
Read full article: Houston council member proposes change to HPD policy on ICE warrants; police union calls it ‘impossible’Houston City Council Member Letitia Plummer is proposing a change to HPD’s general orders that would give officers discretion over when to contact immigration authorities. The Houston Police Union is rejecting the idea, saying officers are legally required to notify agencies about open warrants.
Home invasion turns deadly after masked men break down door at apartment complex near River Oaks
Read full article: Home invasion turns deadly after masked men break down door at apartment complex near River OaksAn investigation is underway after a man was found dead and another was left injured following a burglary at an apartment complex in the River Oaks, according to the Houston Police Department.
Mom’s rental car records link notorious repeat offender to violent jugging of 71-year-old man in Bellaire
Read full article: Mom’s rental car records link notorious repeat offender to violent jugging of 71-year-old man in BellaireA four-month Houston Police Department investigation of a 71-year-old man’s violent robbery in the Bellaire area has led to charges being filed against a serial robbery suspect, according to court records.
Houston police union seeks New York police officers following mayoral election
Read full article: Houston police union seeks New York police officers following mayoral electionThe Houston Police Department is looking to recruit officers from the New York Police Department who may be upset with the outcome of the 2025 mayoral election.
VIDEOS: HPD releases bodycam video of police fatally shooting man armed with AR-15 in northeast Houston neighborhood
Read full article: VIDEOS: HPD releases bodycam video of police fatally shooting man armed with AR-15 in northeast Houston neighborhoodHouston police officers shot and killed a man they said was firing off his gun in a neighborhood in Northeast Houston.
Driver charged with intoxication manslaughter after crash kills three in SW Houston
Read full article: Driver charged with intoxication manslaughter after crash kills three in SW HoustonA driver has been charged with intoxication manslaughter after a crash in southwest Houston that left three people dead.
‘He hated fire:’ Family says Houston man found burning under freeway was murdered
Read full article: ‘He hated fire:’ Family says Houston man found burning under freeway was murderedA gruesome discovery under a Houston freeway has left a family searching for answers after a man was found hanging and on fire, in what police are investigating as a potential homicide.
Trick-or-treating this Halloween? How to check your neighborhood for sex offenders
Read full article: Trick-or-treating this Halloween? How to check your neighborhood for sex offendersWith Halloween just around the corner, Houston's law enforcement is stepping up to ensure a safe trick-or-treating experience for everyone.
Human skeletal remains found inside portable restroom in downtown Houston
Read full article: Human skeletal remains found inside portable restroom in downtown HoustonAn investigation is under after human skeletal remains were found inside a portable restroom Tuesday in downtown Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.
2 women fatally hit by vehicle while fighting in the middle of the street in SE Houston
Read full article: 2 women fatally hit by vehicle while fighting in the middle of the street in SE HoustonOfficers said the two women, who are well-known in the area, were fighting, which spread to the middle of the road and were rolling around on the ground when they were hit.
Officer fires weapon after shots ring out near SW Houston encampment; pregnant woman hit by bullets dies next day
Read full article: Officer fires weapon after shots ring out near SW Houston encampment; pregnant woman hit by bullets dies next dayPolice said it began as a routine traffic stop when an officer noticed someone firing at a group of people in a nearby alley, which investigators described as a homeless encampment.
Man’s body found in White Oak Bayou during reported drowning call, Houston PD investigating
Read full article: Man’s body found in White Oak Bayou during reported drowning call, Houston PD investigatingThe Houston Police Department said its officers were called to a drowning on White Oak Drive near Gladys.
2 arrested after high-speed chase with stolen truck in SE Houston
Read full article: 2 arrested after high-speed chase with stolen truck in SE HoustonTwo suspects were taken into custody after a stolen pickup led Houston police on a 90-mph chase overnight. Officers say a loaded gun was found inside the truck.
Passenger attempts to open door on United flight after landing at Bush Airport, police say
Read full article: Passenger attempts to open door on United flight after landing at Bush Airport, police sayA passenger was arrested Sunday evening after attempting to open a door on a United Airlines flight at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, officials said.