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Four businesses near Cypresswood drive were targeted in a series of overnight break-ins caught on camera.

A woman and her boyfriend have been arrested and charged after police say they tried to cover up abusing her child, according to the Tomball Police Department.

Authorities are investigating a deadly fire that occurred on February 20, 2025, at a shed in the 14000 block of Medical Complex Drive, where Tomball Fire Rescue discovered the body of woman.

In a heartwarming turn of events, Michael Alexander was unexpectedly reunited with his late mother's ashes after they were discovered under a tree in North Harris County.

Sebrina Kilgore knows the sound that Houston drivers dread all too well, “Ping, ping, ping, ping, ping,” it’s the sound of rocks hitting your vehicle.

Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and maybe even camp out (hey, free breakfast for a year is worth it). Bojangles is here, Houston—and they’re bringing the flavor.

Tomball police said the hospital was temporarily placed on lockdown as a precaution.

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

The We Remember Memorial Project launches in Harris County's Precinct 3 with its first memorial bench honoring Liz Barraza, a murder victim whose case remains unsolved.

Houston drivers demand action as construction causes widespread damage

Law enforcement are searching for a man they say robbed a mailman at gunpoint near Tomball.

Elizabeth “Liz” Barraza was tragically shot and killed during a garage sale outside her home in January 2019, a crime that remains unsolved.

Authorities in Tomball are looking for thieves they've dubbed the "H-E-B" bandits, who took off in a vehicle that had a notable sticker reading “$TAN $” on the bottom-left corner of its back windshield.

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A construction worker was injured today in a serious accident on FM 2920 when a vehicle tragically fell on top of him.

A man was shot to death while confronting burglary suspects at his home in Tomball, according to deputies.

Erica Russell had just turned 24 when a fatal dose of fentanyl cut her young life short.

It’s been a gruesome week for the Tettleton family and on Thursday, December 5, loved ones will pay their respects to 16-year-old Brylee Tettleton at Conroe’s Eickenhorst Funeral Services.

Rhyder Tettleton appeared in front of a judge for the first time since being charged in his younger brother’s death.

A woman was hospitalized after a shooting at a home in Tomball.

A teenager appeared in PC court Tuesday morning after he was arrested for allegedly shooting and killing his younger brother as a group of teens handled a firearm in a barn in Tomball

Authorities in Tomball are investigating the death of a 16-year-old found unresponsive in a barn early Monday morning.

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

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

The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum has released a limited-edition bobblehead of Olympic gymnast Asher Hong, celebrating his contribution to the U.S. men's gymnastics team's bronze medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympics, their first team medal since 2008.

A construction worker who fell off scaffolding in northwest Harris County has died.

Investigators say alcohol and the road conditions from Hurricane Beryl may have played a factor.

It’s official—Tomball’s Asher Hong will represent USA Men’s Gymnastics Team in Paris at the 2024 Olympic Games.

Police in Tomball believe a man found dead in a ditch Sunday was hit by a train.

Tomball ISD says vandals caused significant damage to Creekside Park Junior High, forcing the board of trustees to pass a motion for the superintendent to execute a contract for emergency repairs in order for the school to be ready for the upcoming school year.

The Tomball Cougars have capped off their season in dominant fashion, taking down the Pearland Oilers to claim the 6A State Baseball Championship.

A Tomball resident has claimed a $3 million prize after purchasing a winning Mega Millions lottery ticket at a northwest Houston store.

The arrest was made in connection with the promotion and distribution of child pornography in The Woodlands area.

Deputies attempted to de-escalate the situation, but the woman pointed the weapon at a deputy, resulting in shots fired by the officer.

Head coach Doug Rush has the pitching machine set up just feet away from home plate. His players, who have not seen much failure in 2024, initially have some trouble adjusting to the perceived velocity.

Every year, plenty of Houston-area teams battle for UIL State Titles, and regularly have success.

The district isn't saying how many teachers are what they're accused of, but they've called investigators in from Texas Child Protective Services and Harris County.

Constable Motorcycle Unit comes to the rescue as they save two stranded pups on an overpass near Tomball.

Tomball senior catcher Cade Arrambide has been a familiar name to scouts for a long time, but gained wider attention after winning the Perfect Game All-American Showcase home run derby.

Family members, Crime Stoppers of Houston, and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Division held a news conference Thursday as they continue to search for the suspected shooter accused of killing Elizabeth Barraza five years ago.

Is it us, or are you noticing a lot of lottery winners in the Houston area?

Somebody in Tomball woke up $2 million richer Sunday.

State and federal agencies have now been added to help solve Elizabeth Barraza’s murder case.

It was a shooting that shocked most Houstonians. Not only was it bizarre, but it seemed to be random.

City officials said on Saturday that crews located a major water leak on S. Cherry Street near Cherrywood Estates at around 3 a.m.

The lighting of Christmas trees at ceremonies across the Houston area will commence the most wonderful time of the year.

At Roy Campbell Burroughs Park in Tomball, it has been the place for softball players to sharpen their skills for decades.

A Tomball couple eating their Tuesday night dinner while watching their favorite show was stunned when one of them chomped on a screw in their takeout.

The Texas Center for the Missing has issued a Houston Regional Silver Alert for a missing 85-year-old man from Tomball.

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The Tomball Memorial Wildcats won an instant classic over crosstown rival Tomball in a 5-set match (25-22, 19-25, 30-32, 25-23, 15-9).

A mother, who admitted to authorities that she stabbed her daughter to death in Tomball, was found incompetent to stand trial on Sept. 22.

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A vehicle fire was reported on Tomball Parkway southbound at North Sam Houston Tollway following a crash involving six vehicles on Friday, Houston TranStar said.

Tomball announced Wednesday that it has issued a mandatory watering restriction as the city has moved to moderate drought conditions or Stage 2, due to the current water demand surpassing 70% of production capacity for three consecutive days.

EVERY YEAR OF THE JORDAN WILLIAMS-ERA AT TOMBALL HAS ENDED WITH THE COUGARS REACHING THE PLAYOFFS.

Former Texas State kicker, soccer player joining Texans

Proving everything in Texas is bigger, a Houston truck club has donated more than $100,000 to Tomball-based veterans and active duty military charity, Boots For Troops. Houston Diesels started in 2015 with just a handful of diesel truck enthusiasts.

A man is in critical condition after firefighters rescued him from an apartment fire near Tomball late Wednesday, officials said.

Talk about bold! And ... not so smart ... because a former Houston area car dealership employee was arrested after allegedly deciding to take a police patrol vehicle out for spin, without permission. Not only that, according to law enforcement, the suspect said it was not his first time.

A woman escaped a home in Tomball Friday after she was reportedly held against her will, Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen’s Office said.

Animal advocates are deeply divided over whether so-called TNR policies are a good idea. A bill signed by the governor last weekend gives them legal protection statewide.

More details are being released in the murder of a 5-year-old girl who was allegedly stabbed to death by her mother in October of 2021, according to records.

A 27-year-old woman who was reported missing after deputies said she fled during an investigation for a suspicious vehicle call over a month ago in Tomball was possibly spotted in Montgomery County within the last week, Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.

In the past 10 years dating back to 2012 (there was no State baseball in 2019), the Greater Houston-area has produced six of the 20 possible State Titles to include Class 6A and Class 5A. Not bad. Barbers Hill (2021, Class 5A), Deer Park (2017, Class 6A), Cypress Ranch (2015, 2012, Class 6A), Tomball (2013, Class 5A) and The Woodlands (2013, Class 6A) all won State Titles. So, who is next?

The Tomball Police Department is searching for a woman accused of stealing more than $700 worth of designer eyeglasses.

A search is underway for a missing woman after her vehicle was found abandoned in Tomball, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

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Boots For Troops, a charity that benefits military veterans, is holding an inaugural charity softball game Friday night in Tomball at Premiere Baseball of Texas.

A man has been arrested and charged in connection with a road rage shooting that left an 11-year-old girl injured.

Tomball police are searching for a missing 14-year-old boy who they say was last seen Monday afternoon at Tomball High School.

The Houston Astros Caravan is back, y’all!

The City of Tomball said it was the victim of a ransomware attack on the morning of Dec. 20, and it seems the problems associated with it are continuing.

A person has died after they were reportedly hit by a vehicle while in a Kroger parking lot on Friday.

Two construction workers are recovering in the hospital Tuesday after constable deputies say they were hit by a tire on the Tomball Tollway.

A man who is accused of stealing copper and other items from a Tomball business dropped what he was doing and fled the scene after shocking himself while trying to cut through electrical wires, according to investigators with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Three people have been arrested after deputies say they were caught trying to steal building materials from a construction site near Tomball, according to the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office.

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Legendary country singer-songwriter Gary P. Nunn is back in the Houston area to reunite with local fans.

A deputy who was injured in a crash caused by a suspected drunk driver told good Samaritans who arrived at the scene to help the driver of the other vehicle rather than checking on him, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

Don’t miss the Oct. 21 Game of the Week at 7 p.m. between Klein Forest HS and Tomball HS on the KPRC 2+ livestream

A woman who admitted to fatally stabbing her 5-year-old daughter while at a park in Tomball appeared in court Tuesday.

A 5-year-old girl is dead after she was reportedly stabbed by her mother while at a northwest Harris County Park Sunday afternoon, according to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.

The lighting issue stems from malfunctioning LED lights, according to The Texas Department of Transportation.

Ever wanted to try glass blowing? Get ready to be blown away at one of the hottest places in town.

This past Friday night, the Tomball Cougars took on the Dawson Eagles at their home stadium. The Cougars ended up taking a win for the first time this season, with the game ending at 34-21.

Following a lengthy rain delay, last Friday night the Tomball Cougars played on Bulldog territory. The teams fought hard, but ultimately, the game ended in a Magnolia victory, 34-29. Heading into district games, Magnolia’s record now stands 1-1. Tomball’s record stands 0-2 as they have one non-district game remaining.

It was a very busy weekend on the tournament volleyball scene with some of the biggest tournaments of the year happening in Week 1.

A man and a woman managed to cash checks for $11,000 at 11 different banks and purchase more than $3,500 worth of gift cards using the contents of a stolen purse, authorities said.

An officer involved in a rollover crash in Tomball Thursday has been transported to the hospital via Life Flight, the Houston Police Department said.

A former Tomball Independent School District teacher accused of sexually assaulting a former student in 2021 was sentenced on Tuesday.

A Tomball woman whose husband was recently killed in an unsolved road rage shooting said seeing the video of a possible road rage shooting in Spring Tuesday was retraumatizing.

We finally have a more typical summer-time weather pattern this week

A man from Tomball was arrested Monday for assaulting law enforcement officers during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, according to the United States Attorney’s Office.

Here are several standout fireworks shows in the Houston area worth seeking out for their powerful pyrotechnic displays.

An argument between two men ended in a deadly shooting in Tomball Wednesday, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.

The four Houston-area children who were found dead inside a home in Centerville were identified as students who attended the Tomball Independent School District, the district revealed. Their 66-year-old grandfather was also among those slain.

A 17-year-old has been transported to the hospital after being shot in the Tomball area Monday afternoon.