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Family fights for release of Liberty County business owner detained by ICE
Read full article: Family fights for release of Liberty County business owner detained by ICEA Liberty County family is fighting to bring home their loved one after an immigration raid turned their world upside down.
Liberty County to hold first public workshop on stray dog issues
Read full article: Liberty County to hold first public workshop on stray dog issuesLiberty 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.
Commissioner says leaked audio of Liberty County officials mocking animal advocates should not have happened
Read full article: Commissioner says leaked audio of Liberty County officials mocking animal advocates should not have happenedA 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.
Liberty County neighbors plan recall petition for officials appear to mock stray dog issue
Read full article: Liberty County neighbors plan recall petition for officials appear to mock stray dog issueLiberty County residents push for change after officials mock stray dog crisis. Neighbors rally for a recall petition, demanding action and accountability.
Liberty County residents gather outside courthouse demanding action on stray dog crisis
Read full article: Liberty County residents gather outside courthouse demanding action on stray dog crisisResidents in Liberty County demand action on the stray dog crisis, calling for stricter laws and more resources.
Nonprofit to open free vaccine clinic, low cost spay neuter for Cleveland pets
Read full article: Nonprofit to open free vaccine clinic, low cost spay neuter for Cleveland petsThe 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.
5 tornadoes touched down in Greater Houston area, ranging from EF-0 to EF-1
Read full article: 5 tornadoes touched down in Greater Houston area, ranging from EF-0 to EF-1Amid an insane year of natural disasters in Texas, dozens of tornadoes were reported the day after Christmas. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.
Dog rescuers take Deven Clarke on ride along through Liberty County to show scope of stray problem
Read full article: Dog rescuers take Deven Clarke on ride along through Liberty County to show scope of stray problemNow, 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.
Liberty County resident says she was arrested for how she handled dog attack
Read full article: Liberty County resident says she was arrested for how she handled dog attackKatrina 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.
Residents in Liberty County speak out at commissioners court meeting as stray dog issues continue
Read full article: Residents in Liberty County speak out at commissioners court meeting as stray dog issues continueResidents across Liberty County are bringing their own solutions to county commissioners after ongoing issues with stray dogs and dog attacks.
TIMELINE: Stray dogs, attacks to take center stage at Liberty County commissioners court meeting
Read full article: TIMELINE: Stray dogs, attacks to take center stage at Liberty County commissioners court meetingAs 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.
‘A lot harder for us’: Realtor says stray dog problem in Liberty County hurting business
Read full article: ‘A lot harder for us’: Realtor says stray dog problem in Liberty County hurting businessOne 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.
New video of dog attack sent to KPRC 2 from Liberty County community raises concerns
Read full article: New video of dog attack sent to KPRC 2 from Liberty County community raises concernsOn 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.
Liberty County commissioners promise plan of action to address packs of vicious dogs attacking people
Read full article: Liberty County commissioners promise plan of action to address packs of vicious dogs attacking peopleWe 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.
Judge vows action as more reports of dog attacks pour in out of Liberty County
Read full article: Judge vows action as more reports of dog attacks pour in out of Liberty CountyWe 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.
‘Public health crisis’: Residents urged to demand animal shelter funding amid stray dog crisis in Liberty County
Read full article: ‘Public health crisis’: Residents urged to demand animal shelter funding amid stray dog crisis in Liberty CountyResidents 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.
VIDEO: KPRC 2 witnesses vicious dog attacks during report in Liberty County
Read full article: VIDEO: KPRC 2 witnesses vicious dog attacks during report in Liberty CountyTwo 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
‘I may have been dead’: Stray dogs blamed for multiple attacks in Cleveland community where neighbors feel helpless
Read full article: ‘I may have been dead’: Stray dogs blamed for multiple attacks in Cleveland community where neighbors feel helplessTwo of the most recent attacks happened on Thanksgiving Day.
Liberty County’s fire marshal fired after theft, oppression arrests
Read full article: Liberty County’s fire marshal fired after theft, oppression arrestsLiberty 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.
Liberty County fire marshal, 2 assistants, accused of stealing property at crash scenes, not having proper licenses
Read full article: Liberty County fire marshal, 2 assistants, accused of stealing property at crash scenes, not having proper licensesThree 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.
Investigators confirm recovered body as missing Liberty County grandmother
Read full article: Investigators confirm recovered body as missing Liberty County grandmotherThe 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.
Grandmother, baby girl die after mobile home catches fire in Liberty County
Read full article: Grandmother, baby girl die after mobile home catches fire in Liberty CountyA 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.
Liberty County sending food, water and supplies to folks in desperately flooded subdivision
Read full article: Liberty County sending food, water and supplies to folks in desperately flooded subdivisionIt’s a neighborhood at risk of disappearing and people there are desperate for immediate help and long-term solutions.
Liberty County neighborhood at risk of disappearing after recent floods
Read full article: Liberty County neighborhood at risk of disappearing after recent floodsThose living in the New River Lake estates neighborhood off County Road 2166 said their homes and properties were destroyed in recent floods.
Already soaked neighborhoods gearing up for soaking rain
Read full article: Already soaked neighborhoods gearing up for soaking rainJust 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.
Highway 90 between Dayton and Liberty at the Trinity River opening back up
Read full article: Highway 90 between Dayton and Liberty at the Trinity River opening back upThe 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.
‘Within the hour:’ Highway 90 between Dayton and Liberty to close in river bottom area around Trinity River
Read full article: ‘Within the hour:’ Highway 90 between Dayton and Liberty to close in river bottom area around Trinity RiverThe 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.”
Several neighborhoods near Lake Livingston now under boil water notice after heavy rain, flood waters ravage the area
Read full article: Several neighborhoods near Lake Livingston now under boil water notice after heavy rain, flood waters ravage the areaThe 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 monitoring for major flooding along E. Fork of San Jacinto River in NE Harris, SE Montgomery Counties
Read full article: Authorities monitoring for major flooding along E. Fork of San Jacinto River in NE Harris, SE Montgomery CountiesAuthorities 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.
Trinity County schools closed, delayed due to flood watch, and tornado warnings
Read full article: Trinity County schools closed, delayed due to flood watch, and tornado warningsAs we continue to track heavy storms and flood watches Monday morning, several area schools are announcing closures or delayed openings.
‘I instantly went into shock mode,’ Woman describes finding human remains after trying to rescue dogs in Liberty County
Read full article: ‘I instantly went into shock mode,’ Woman describes finding human remains after trying to rescue dogs in Liberty CountyTwo 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.
Skeletal remains found in water possibly body of missing Liberty County grandmother
Read full article: Skeletal remains found in water possibly body of missing Liberty County grandmotherSkeletal 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.
Man, woman attempting to rescue abandoned puppies find skeletal remains in Liberty County ditch
Read full article: Man, woman attempting to rescue abandoned puppies find skeletal remains in Liberty County ditchThe 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.
Years before Texas conservatives painted them as criminals, Colony Ridge residents sought help from state agencies
Read full article: Years before Texas conservatives painted them as criminals, Colony Ridge residents sought help from state agenciesTexas has little to show for conservative leaders’ uproar — or previously unreported complaints about the community developer.
More than 60 campers evacuated from Cleveland RV park as waters from nearby San Jacinto River rise
Read full article: More than 60 campers evacuated from Cleveland RV park as waters from nearby San Jacinto River riseMore 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.
74-year-old Liberty County grandmother relives horrifying moment when a pack of dogs viciously attacked her
Read full article: 74-year-old Liberty County grandmother relives horrifying moment when a pack of dogs viciously attacked herA Liberty County woman is grateful to be alive after a pack of dogs viciously attacked her.
Former Liberty police lieutenant allegedly ran years-long side hustle using department database
Read full article: Former Liberty police lieutenant allegedly ran years-long side hustle using department databaseA 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.
After much ado about Colony Ridge, the Texas Legislature has little to show for it
Read full article: After much ado about Colony Ridge, the Texas Legislature has little to show for itOn Thursday, the House State Affairs Committee held a hearing to discuss the Liberty County subdivision without considering any specific legislation.
Liberty County missing woman’s acquaintance arrested for capital murder in her disappearance
Read full article: Liberty County missing woman’s acquaintance arrested for capital murder in her disappearanceA 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.
Teen charged in kidnapping, robbery, brutal assault of juvenile at Colony Ridge Subdivision home; 2 suspects sought
Read full article: Teen charged in kidnapping, robbery, brutal assault of juvenile at Colony Ridge Subdivision home; 2 suspects soughtTwo 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.
Colony Ridge developer defends Houston-area community as state leaders vow action against it
Read full article: Colony Ridge developer defends Houston-area community as state leaders vow action against itGOP 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.
Houston-area development has become a right-wing lightning rod on immigration
Read full article: Houston-area development has become a right-wing lightning rod on immigrationAfter 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.
No water, roads or emergency services: How climate change left a rural neighborhood nearly uninhabitable
Read full article: No water, roads or emergency services: How climate change left a rural neighborhood nearly uninhabitableIn 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.
Storms cause judge for Pct. 4 in Liberty Co. to have court proceedings outside under oak tree after building was damaged
Read full article: Storms cause judge for Pct. 4 in Liberty Co. to have court proceedings outside under oak tree after building was damagedStrong 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.
Foul play suspected after possible blood stain found on floor in missing woman’s home; Man taken into custody
Read full article: Foul play suspected after possible blood stain found on floor in missing woman’s home; Man taken into custodyA 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.
Mother says her son, who has mental disabilities, vanished after being released from Harris Co. jail over 30 days ago
Read full article: Mother says her son, who has mental disabilities, vanished after being released from Harris Co. jail over 30 days agoA mother from Liberty County said it has now been 33 days since her son vanished after being released from the Harris County Jail.
Liberty County investigators find video evidence of child sex assault after arresting man for child porn possession
Read full article: Liberty County investigators find video evidence of child sex assault after arresting man for child porn possessionJoshua Cavazos is charged with possession of child pornography and aggravated sexual assault of a child. His bond is set at $2,050,000.
Harris Co. judge appoints special magistrate to oversee walkthrough of Dayton properties involving oil spill
Read full article: Harris Co. judge appoints special magistrate to oversee walkthrough of Dayton properties involving oil spillThe court battle between residents in Dayton and Jay Management Company continues.
Dayton residents facing felony charges after allegedly vandalizing Jay Management Company’s equipment
Read full article: Dayton residents facing felony charges after allegedly vandalizing Jay Management Company’s equipmentFor months, we were the first to tell you about the ongoing oil problems in the small community of Dayton in Liberty County.
Candlelight vigil held for teen killed after being struck by bullet while playing video games in bedroom
Read full article: Candlelight vigil held for teen killed after being struck by bullet while playing video games in bedroomA candlelight vigil is set to be held in remembrance of a Liberty County 18-year-old who was killed after he was struck by a bullet while playing video games in his bedroom.
18-year-old playing video games dies after being struck by bullet in Liberty County home during drive-by shooting
Read full article: 18-year-old playing video games dies after being struck by bullet in Liberty County home during drive-by shootingA 18-year-old is dead after the Liberty County Sheriff’s Office said he was struck in the back by a bullet while he was inside his bedroom playing video games.
Dayton residents back in court after claiming Jay Management Company violated temporary injunction
Read full article: Dayton residents back in court after claiming Jay Management Company violated temporary injunctionResidents in Dayton said they continue to deal with oil spills and leakages on their property coming from equipment owned by Jay Management Company.
Identities released of 2 women killed when train strikes vehicle in Liberty County
Read full article: Identities released of 2 women killed when train strikes vehicle in Liberty CountyAuthorities have released the identities of two victims killed in an accident involving a train in Liberty County Monday morning.
Oil production concerns in Dayton neighborhood at center of court hearing
Read full article: Oil production concerns in Dayton neighborhood at center of court hearingFamilies in a rural community in Liberty County are fighting to protect their neighborhood. They said oil from Jay Management Company is seeping into their well water system, causing health concerns and killing their livestock.
Families in Dayton say Jay Management Company continues oil production despite temporary restraining order from judge
Read full article: Families in Dayton say Jay Management Company continues oil production despite temporary restraining order from judgeLast week, a judge in Harris County issued a temporary restraining order against Jay Management Company, ordering the oil and gas operator to stop all services immediately in the small community of Dayton. Since then, residents said the company continues production despite the judge’s order.
Harris County judge orders Jay Management Company to stop oil services in small Dayton community
Read full article: Harris County judge orders Jay Management Company to stop oil services in small Dayton communityFamilies in Dayton said the oil is seeping into their drainage system, damaging their properties, and making them sick.
Amber Alert canceled after 5-year-old Liberty County girl found safe in Louisiana, grandfather arrested
Read full article: Amber Alert canceled after 5-year-old Liberty County girl found safe in Louisiana, grandfather arrestedAn Amber Alert has been canceled for a 5-year-old Liberty County girl who went missing on Tuesday. Trinity Edwards has been found safe and her grandfather, LeRoy Edwards Jr., has been placed under arrest.
Mother chased Polk County man who allegedly tried to meet teenage daughter after contacting her online
Read full article: Mother chased Polk County man who allegedly tried to meet teenage daughter after contacting her onlineA Polk County man is facing charges after authorities said he tried to meet a 15-year-old girl he had been communicating with online.
Residents in Dayton hold community meeting about oil spill
Read full article: Residents in Dayton hold community meeting about oil spillNearly two weeks ago, KPRC 2 was the first to tell you about a crude oil spill in Dayton that is damaging families’ properties, their well water supply and killing livestock.
Crews began cleanup process after crude oil spill in Dayton community; Residents say they’re concerned about their health
Read full article: Crews began cleanup process after crude oil spill in Dayton community; Residents say they’re concerned about their healthIn less than 24 hours, residents in a small community in Liberty County say their voices are finally being heard after a crude oil spill damaged their properties, well water supply and killed their livestock.
Residents in Dayton community concerned about their health, livestock after crude oil spill
Read full article: Residents in Dayton community concerned about their health, livestock after crude oil spillResidents in a rural Liberty County community fear they are in danger because of an oil spill. Those that live in the area say it started last year, and now the problem has gotten out of control.
Bond set at $500K: Suspect charged in stabbing of Liberty County man in Mont Belvieu, authorities say
Read full article: Bond set at $500K: Suspect charged in stabbing of Liberty County man in Mont Belvieu, authorities sayA suspect has been arrested and charged in the stabbing of a Liberty County man Wednesday, officers with the Mont Belvieu Police Department said.
A growing number of Texas rural counties are declaring local immigration ‘disasters’
Read full article: A growing number of Texas rural counties are declaring local immigration ‘disasters’The latest county to make a disaster declaration is an eight-hour drive away from the Texas-Mexico border, but local officials there say they’re under “invasion.”
Houston-area cold cases cracked: Inside how murder mysteries, decades-old disappearances resolved after sitting on shelf for years
Read full article: Houston-area cold cases cracked: Inside how murder mysteries, decades-old disappearances resolved after sitting on shelf for yearsCases go cold when investigators exhaust all available leads. Due to a lack of evidence, hostile or nonexistent witnesses or some other limitation, clearing these cases isn’t easy. Many remain a mystery.
Ex-boyfriend, 2 others charged in fatal shooting of teen Niko Niko’s employee found dead in Liberty County, authorities say
Read full article: Ex-boyfriend, 2 others charged in fatal shooting of teen Niko Niko’s employee found dead in Liberty County, authorities sayThree people have been arrested in the death of a teen girl whose body was found in Liberty County.
$500K bond for mother, boyfriend charged in connection with ‘suspicious’ death of 3-year-old Liberty County boy, authorities say
Read full article: $500K bond for mother, boyfriend charged in connection with ‘suspicious’ death of 3-year-old Liberty County boy, authorities sayA hefty bond amount has been issued for the boyfriend and mother of a 3-year-old boy who died under what authorities called “suspicious” circumstances, according to the Liberty Count Sheriff’s Office.