A manhunt is underway for Jose Osman Aguilar Cantillano, a 32-year-old accused of a deadly shooting outside Cleveland's Las Locas Sports Bar.

What was supposed to be the first high school football game for a 14-year-old Splendora drill team member turned into a night her family says they’ll never forget.

La Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Liberty informa que continúa la búsqueda del hombre acusado de abrir fuego afuera de un bar en Cleveland la madrugada del domingo, un ataque que dejó dos personas muertas y cuatro heridas.

The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office says the man accused of opening fire outside a Cleveland bar early Sunday morning is still on the run.

Officials have said one of the six people shot outside a bar in Liberty County early Sunday morning has succumbed to their injuries, adding a second person to the death toll.

El Departamento del Sheriff de Liberty County busca al hombre acusado de abrir fuego en un bar cerca de Cleveland la madrugada del domingo, dejando a un hombre muerto y cinco personas heridas.

Deputies in Liberty County are searching for a man accused of opening fire outside a Cleveland bar early Sunday morning, leaving one person dead and five others hurt.

A person is dead and five others were left injured in an overnight shooting outside a Liberty County bar, according to the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office.

Liberty County residents are being targeted by scammers impersonating law enforcement officers, demanding money by falsely claiming victims have outstanding warrants or missed court dates. The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office warns that they never request payments over the phone. Leah Napoliello from the Better Business Bureau highlights warning signs, such as unexpected calls and demands for untraceable payments. She advises ignoring unfamiliar calls, using call-blocking tools, and reporting scams to authorities. Residents should remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office or their local law enforcement.

A head constable in Liberty County is facing serious charges following a deadly UTV crash.

Liberty County Pct. 1 Constable Tammy Bishop has been indicted in connection with a deadly UTV crash that occurred in May, resulting in the death of a female passenger.

A criminal case involving Liberty County Pct. 3 Commissioner David Shirell Whitmire, who is accused of using his public office to solicit sex and exploit a woman desperate for help with a child custody case, is now in the hands of the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, according to court documents.

Liberty County officials discussed the construction of a long-awaited animal shelter during a special meeting.

A woman was killed and another man and woman were hurt after a fatal crash involving a Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) in Liberty County.

A Liberty County deputy’s kindness and compassion is being credited with helping save a man’s life.

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Liberty County Commissioner David Whitmire has been indicted on charges of sexual assault, harassment, and solicitation of prostitution, according to newly released court documents.

A Liberty County commissioner who came under fire earlier this year for mocking dog advocates is now under investigation after being indicted on three counts, according to reports.

The suspect in the shooting that left a Harris County Precinct One Deputy Constable injured Monday not only had criminal history in Harris County, but also in Liberty County, KPRC 2 has learned.

The state has officially ordered Liberty County Jail to shut down its facility due to reported “non-compliance issues” within the jail.

There appears to be a concerning rise in reported dog attacks across the Greater Houston area and nearby counties since 2024, with a significantly concentration of cases coming from Liberty County—many involving stray dogs.

A fire broke out in Liberty County Jail that forced inmates to be evacuated from part of the facility.

A strong storm system is moving across Texas this afternoon bringing waves of heavy downpours

Known for his remarkable skills in Mutton Bustin', Brently has successfully transitioned to riding junior bulls, and his hard work is beginning to pay off. In December 2022, Brently achieved a major milestone by winning the title of NFR Junior World Champion in Las Vegas.

The inmates involved in the riot that broke out at Liberty County Jail on Thursday February 27th, 2025, were charged today. Read more for details on what happened, and the individuals charged.

A Liberty County family is fighting to bring home their loved one after an immigration raid turned their world upside down.

Your weather team is tracking several weather threats in the Houston area

There's heavy law enforcement presence at the Liberty Co. jail for a reported disturbance.

The development outside of Houston has long drawn the ire of Texas Republicans who claim it’s a haven for undocumented people.

There are at least 75,710 sex offenders living in the Lone Star State. There are several ways you can check if someone is a sexual offender or if one lives in your neighborhood.

Liberty County officials are holding the first of several promised workshops in the county to address the problem of stray dogs and other animal welfare-related issues in the county.

A hot mic moment during a Liberty County Commissioners meeting has sparked outrage among animal advocates, after audio captured Judge Jay Knight and Commissioner David Whitmire mocking advocates following a public comment session on the county’s stray and loose-owned dog crisis.

Constable Mark Herman said a caller told officers the dogs were still on the loose and the child was rushed to a hospital.

Liberty County residents push for change after officials mock stray dog crisis. Neighbors rally for a recall petition, demanding action and accountability.

Residents in Liberty County demand action on the stray dog crisis, calling for stricter laws and more resources.

It’s an issue that has been going on for months in Liberty County.

The nonprofit, This Is Houston, is making plans to build their own low-cost clinic to help increase veterinary access for pet owners and ease the burden of a booming stray pet population in the Cleveland area of Liberty County.

Amid an insane year of natural disasters in Texas, dozens of tornadoes were reported the day after Christmas. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.

Strong storms left damage behind in Liberty County Thursday.

Viewers have submitted video of another apparent tornado as it crossed over Lake Houston as a waterspout Thursday.

Now, two people who volunteer to help rescue and rehouse some of those strays, Jenny Rodriguez and Zully Vasquez, say the scope of the problem also includes people dumping unwanted dogs. Animals that may have been shot or run over and are now suffering on the streets.

Katrina Byrd is one of dozens of residents who alerted authorities on the stray dog attacks and was told she had the right to defend herself by shooting the dogs. When she did, she was put in handcuffs.

District officials say the students were taken to the hospital as a precaution after two school buses crashed into each other.

Residents across Liberty County are bringing their own solutions to county commissioners after ongoing issues with stray dogs and dog attacks.

As complaints continue to pile up, the issue of stray dogs and attacks is expected to take center stage at Tuesday’s Liberty County commissioner’s court meeting.

One day before a meeting of the Liberty County Commissioners Court where the issue is said to be addressed, a realtor says the problem of stray dogs is causing issues for business.

On Friday afternoon, Maria Arroyo described to KPRC 2 Investigates how her two dogs were attacked and killed shortly after getting out of their home in the community of Santa Fe in Liberty County.

We had previously reached out to the county judge as well as the commissioners, but we wondered if they got a chance to see for themselves just how serious dog bites in their county could be. Deven Clarke attempted to bring pictures of bite wounds from recent attacks right to them.

While the problem of stray dogs is a big one across the Houston-area, it is quite possible that many of these dogs were dumped and abandoned by their owners.

We have an update to a story we first brought you Monday night involving packs of dozens of stray dogs that have been terrorizing a neighborhood in the Cleveland-area and other parts of Liberty County for months now.

Residents of the Santa Fe subdivision in Cleveland, are living in fear after a series of stray dog attacks. Packs of aggressive dogs have been spotted roaming the area, with some residents sharing alarming stories of being attacked outside their homes.

Stray dogs and dog attacks have been an ongoing problem across the Houston-area.

Two of the most recent attacks occurred on Thanksgiving Day, further escalating the urgency for a solution. KPRC 2 reporter T.J. Parker witnessed the dangerous conditions firsthand while reporting live from the neighborhood

Two of the most recent attacks happened on Thanksgiving Day.

A cold front is moving through Houston, bringing showers and storms, especially between 12 and 4 p.m., with the most significant rain predicted until 6 p.m.

A principal at a middle school in Liberty County has been arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material.

Liberty County officials voted to terminate their fire marshal after he and two other officials were arrested on charges of theft, official oppression and tampering with evidence.

Three officials from the Liberty County Fire Marshal’s Office, including Fire Marshal Bill Hergemueller, have been arrested on charges of theft, official oppression, and tampering with evidence.

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Authorities in Liberty County are searching for a 65-year-old man who has been missing since Thursday.

Students at several Southeast Texas school districts will be heading back to class this week.

The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office has received DNA results for a body found in March 2024, potentially linked to Sheryl Siddall's September 2023 disappearance.

A volunteer fire department was closest in the area so when the first responding firefighter arrived, he saw heavy flames coming from the mobile home. He tried to break through to try and rescue the grandmother and baby inside, but it was sadly too late.

The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help locating a man who has been missing since June 13.

This morning, two people in Cleveland were trapped by high water from the recent severe thunderstorms.

It’s a neighborhood at risk of disappearing and people there are desperate for immediate help and long-term solutions.

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Those living in the New River Lake estates neighborhood off County Road 2166 said their homes and properties were destroyed in recent floods.

Just as many families are getting ready to put last week’s flooding in the rear-view mirror, Mother Nature is gearing up another storm that could dump several inches of rain on already saturated areas.

The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office said they have been informed that Highway 90 between Liberty and Dayton at the Trinity River will open up shortly and traffic will be limited to one lane in each direction.

The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office said they have been informed that Highway 90 in the river bottom area near the Trinity River is set to be closed “within the hour.”

The Lake Livingston Water Supply Corp. has issued a boil water notice for several neighborhoods near Lake Livingston due to intense weather that slammed the area this week.

Authorities with the Harris County Flood Control District are monitoring for the potential of major flooding along the East Fork of the San Jacinto River in northeast Harris and southeast Montgomery Counties.

As we continue to track heavy storms and flood watches Monday morning, several area schools are announcing closures or delayed openings.

Two stray mini–Australian Shepherds alerted Makenzie Stanley and her Fiancé to pull over on Friday. It was here where they would make a gruesome discovery.

The victim has been identified as Pedro Angel Gonzalez, 9, by family members.

According to Safe Kids, it is estimated that one-third of playground deaths and 51 percent of playground injuries happen on public playgrounds.

The victim has been identified as Pedro Angel Gonzalez, 9, by family members.

Skeletal remains found Friday are possibly the remains of a Liberty County woman who’s been missing since Sept. 18., according to the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office.

A 9-year-old boy was killed after a swing set he and other children were playing on tipped over in Liberty County.

The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office said a man and his wife discovered skeletal remains in a ditch as they were trying to rescue two abandoned puppies Friday.

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More than 60 campers were evacuated from an RV park in Cleveland as waters from the nearby East Fork of the San Jacinto River began to rise.

A Liberty County woman is grateful to be alive after a pack of dogs viciously attacked her.

A former Liberty, Texas police lieutenant is accused of using his badge to make thousands of extra dollars over more than two years, according court documents and a KPRC 2 source.

On Thursday, the House State Affairs Committee held a hearing to discuss the Liberty County subdivision without considering any specific legislation.

A man was charged with capital murder on Friday in the disappearance of Sheryl Siddall from Liberty County, while the search continues for the missing woman, the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office said.

Two suspects remain on the run as a teen faces multiple charges in the kidnapping, robbery and brutal assault of a juvenile male at a Colony Ridge Subdivision home, according to the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office.

A 57-year-old missing woman’s family filed a petition to get her home back from the man accused of killing her.

GOP leaders claim the development markets to undocumented people and is plagued by crime. One of its owners refutes the allegations and says he’s ready to show lawmakers that Colony Ridge isn’t different than any other rural Texas community.

After conservative media portrayed the Colony Ridge development north of Houston as a haven for illegal immigrants, Gov. Greg Abbott said the upcoming special legislative session will look into the issue.

In Liberty County, one neighborhood has been slowly abandoned as years of flooding and intense rains prompted a spiral of decline. A struggling buyout program shows the complexities and limitations of “managed retreat” from disaster-prone areas.

Strong storms caused about $200,000 worth of damage to the Liberty County Dayton Annex building. Judge Larry Wilburn says they are doing the best they can and taking care of business.

The search will continue Sunday for Sheryl Siddall, who went missing in Liberty County.

A missing person’s report has lead to a possible murder investigation at a home in Liberty County, according to the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office.

Some residents are being asked to evacuate from their homes in the Cleveland area on Tuesday due to a 97-acre wildfire, city officials said.

Northbound US 59 is closed in San Jacinto County due to a large grass fire.

A mother from Liberty County said it has now been 33 days since her son vanished after being released from the Harris County Jail.