1 detained after 20 people rescued from balconies during SW Houston apartment fire: HFD
Officials said a person is in custody after 20 people, including one with a disability, had to be rescued from the 2-alarm fire Tuesday morning
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Houston apartment residents rescued from balconies amid 2-alarm fire
Officials say firefighters rescued about 20 residents from a Houston apartment complex during a fire Tuesday morning.
Tejano singer warns of West Nile dangers after mosquito bite leaves him in wheelchair
A single mosquito bite two years ago changed Fernando Silva’s life forever and health officials are now warning that this summer’s record mosquito surge across southeast Texas could put thousands of others at risk.Fort Bend County has declared a public health emergency after conf...
Montgomery County deputy killed: Charges filed in connection to weekend crash that killed Erika Serrato
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office has announced charges have been filed following a crash that took the life of a Montgomery County deputy over the weekend....
20-year-old man arrested, charged in connection with crash that killed MCSO deputy, authorities say
The driver of a commercial truck that struck and killed a Montgomery County Sheriff's Office deputy on Sunday has been arrested, according to authorities....
UTMB police asking for public's help in finding man accused of assaulting security officer
The University of Texas Medical Branch is asking for the public's help in searching for a suspect accused of assaulting a security officer in Galveston....
Commercial truck driver charged in fatal crash that killed Montgomery County deputy
Officials with the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office confirms a 20-year-old man, who was the driver of the commercial truck which struck and killed a Montgomery County sheriff’s deputy over the weekend, has been arrested and charged in connection to her death.Ian Perez...
3 firefighters killed in fire on Colorado-Utah border trying to shield themselves from flames ID'd
Three firefighters killed over the weekend in a wildfire along the Colorado-Utah border were trying to shield themselves from flames by deploying tent-like shelters when they were overcome, authorities said....
FULL LIST: Several Houston streets will be closed this 4th of July
The City of Houston is preparing for one of its most anticipated events of the year, Freedom Over Texas, this Saturday, July 4, to celebrate Independence Day. The event will feature live music, including headliner Keith Urban, and a spectacular fireworks show.If you’re planning t...
Man charged with intoxication manslaughter after deadly Houston crash
A man has been charged after a deadly crash over the weekend in northwest Houston.
Montgomery County authorities investigating crash that caused deputy’s death
Deputy Erika Serrato, 24, was directing traffic at a crash scene when she was fatally struck by the driver of a heavy-duty commercial truck, according to the sheriff's office....
Trump's power, birthright citizenship, trans sports among cases Supreme Court will rule on this week
Trump's efforts to restrict birthright citizenship, fire the heads of most independent agencies at will and remove a sitting Federal Reserve governor are among the remaining eight cases the justices are expected to decide this week....
Jackie and Shadow's eaglet Sandy falls out of nest in accidental fledge in Big Bear
Jackie and Shadow's eaglet Sandy fell out of her nest on Sunday morning in an accidental fledge, video from the beloved Big Bear bald eagle nest shows....
Man killed, another injured in northwest Harris County shooting, HCSO says
Deputies said they found a car crashed into a ditch while responding to the shooting, which left a man dead and another injured.
Construction worker hits, kills co-worker on Gulf Freeway, Houston police say
A construction worker was hit and killed by a co-worker along the Gulf Freeway, Houston police said.
Construction worker killed in work-zone crash on Gulf Freeway
A construction worker was killed Sunday night after being hit by a work vehicle in a construction zone along the Gulf Freeway, according to the Houston Police Department.The crash happened around 11 p.m. on the southbound lanes of the Gulf Freeway near the Dixie Farm Road exit.De...
Deputy killed while helping at crash scene becomes latest victim on dangerous stretch of I-45
A 24-year-old Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office deputy is being remembered for her dedication to public service after she was struck and killed while directing traffic along Interstate 45 early Sunday morning.Deputy Erika Serrato, a six-year veteran of the sheriff’s office who h...
Montgomery County deputy Erika Serrato killed on North Freeway
A 24-year-old Montgomery County sheriff's deputy was killed early Sunday morning after a commercial truck struck her while she was directing traffic at the scene of an alleged DWI crash on Interstate 45, authorities said....
Woman shot near downtown Houston, suspect fled, police department says
A woman was shot near downtown Houston while the suspect fled the scene in an unknown vehicle, according to police.
Man killed outside Houston Heights bar, suspect on the run
Police say a gun was pulled during an altercation outside Heights Drive Inn early Sunday.
Power outages in Fort Bend County neighborhoods due to knocked down power lines, Precinct 1 says
According to the Fort Bend County Precinct 1 Constable's Office, there are reported power outages in Jordan Ranch, Tamarron, and Firethorne West due to lines knocked down on Woods Road....
Man shot, killed by roommate at University Place home
Police say the suspect and victim lived at the Vassar Street home where the shooting took place.
Skydiving plane crashes in northeastern France, killing all 11 people on board
A skydiving plane has crashed in northeastern France, killing all 11 people on board.
10-year-old faces murder charge in baby girl's shooting death, police say
A 7-month-old girl was killed following a shooting in St. Louis on Friday, according to police.
High-speed crash on Old Humble Road leaves one driver dead
A woman was killed early Sunday morning after losing control of her car at a high rate of speed and colliding with a pickup truck in northeast Harris County, authorities said....
Deputy killed, another injured while responding to multi-vehicle crash on North Fwy: MCSO
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office said a deputy was killed, and another was injured after they were hit by a vehicle while responding to a crash on the North Freeway....
Montgomery County deputy killed by vehicle on I-45 North near The Woodlands, officials say
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office says deputies were on scene of a multi-vehicle crash on I-45 North near Lake Woodlands when one of its deputies was hit by a vehicle overnight. Officials have not identified the deputy, but other agencies have expressed their condolences, in...
HPD: Man shot in the foot during firefight at southwest Houston gas station
Houston police are investigating a shooting that broke out around 1 a.m. Sunday at a gas station in the 6500 block of the Southwest Freeway near Hillcroft. Officers responding to a report of gunfire found an adult man with a gunshot wound to his foot.The victim was taken to a nea...
Woman killed in overnight crash after car crosses median in northeast Houston
A woman was killed early Sunday in a two-vehicle crash in northeast Houston after a southbound sedan allegedly sped out of control and crossed into oncoming traffic, authorities said. The wreck happened around 1:20 a.m. in the 14700 block of Old Humble Road, according to informat...
Houston Police: 'Altercation' leads to deadly shooting in the Heights
Houston police are investigating a deadly shooting that unfolded early Sunday morning outside the Heights Drive Inn at 6700 N. Main Street.Officers were called to the scene around 2:30 a.m. and located a man in the parking lot with multiple gunshot wounds, according to preliminar...
Man shot and killed by roommate in inner Houston, police say
A man was killed in a late-night shooting at a residence in Houston’s South Central area, according to the Houston Police Department.Officers were called to the 1600 block of Vassar Street at about 11:55 p.m. Saturday. When they arrived, they found a man who had been shot in the ...
Man involved with youth groups accused of years of indecency dating back to the 90s, MCSO says
A 65-year-old man involved in youth organizations in Montgomery County in the 90s was arrested in Arkansas and charged with two counts of indecency with a child, MCSO says....
Office building fire forces evacuation, firefighter treated for heat exhaustion, HFD says
An official with the Houston Fire Department said that firefighters did not hear any fire alarms or see any sprinklers activated.
LIST: Fourth of July fireworks, parades, celebrations across Greater Houston
Hot dogs, hometown parades, and big Texas-sized booms — Greater Houston goes all-out for the Fourth of July, and 2026 is extra special as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday. Whether you’re after a small-town street fest, a waterfront view, or a big-city blowout, this county-by...
13 Alert Traffic: Multiple NB lanes closed on IH-45 at Little York due to crash: Houston TranStar
Traffic tie-ups are slowing drivers around the Houston area.
Man tied to Montgomery County ministries arrested, extradited to Texas on child indecency charges
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information to contact investigators as they continue probing allegations of sexual abuse involving a man authorities say had ties to multiple religious ministries in Montgomery County and worked with youth-related grou...
Pete Buttigieg and his kids were targeted by child services swatting call, police say
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg was the target of an anonymous report that police determined was false.
Man shot in the head at southeast Houston corner store, police say
Houston police with the Southeast Patrol Division responded to a reported shooting around 11:30 p.m. Friday at a corner store in the 8900 block of Cullen Boulevard.When officers got to the scene, they found an adult man suffering from a gunshot wound to the head, authorities said...
Driver dies after car hits stalled 18-wheeler on Loop 610 near Kirby
Houston police say a woman was killed in a crash that happened around midnight on Loop 610 near Kirby Drive.Investigators said a vehicle struck the back of a stalled 18-wheeler in the westbound lanes. The woman driving the car was taken to a nearby hospital, where she was later p...
Brother fatally shot during family disturbance in southeast Houston, police say
Houston police said a family disturbance between two adult brothers escalated into a violent confrontation Friday night in southeast Houston.Officers with the Houston Police Department’s Southeast Patrol Division were called around 8 p.m. to the 2500 block of Craigmont Street, ne...
Mother pleads for answers after son killed in Harris County hit-and-run
More than two months after 24-year-old Kevon Clark was killed in a devastating hit-and-run crash on Interstate 45, his mother is making an emotional plea for the public’s help in finding those responsible.According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred on Apri...
2 juveniles rushed to hospital after car crashes into northwest Harris County home, Pct. 1 says
SkyEye13 was over the scene as a tow truck removed a vehicle from a home in northwest Harris County. The house sustained major damage to what appeared to be the garage....
Lamar CISD reinstates police chief and lieutenant weeks after firing them
Just weeks after firing its police chief and a lieutenant for what their attorneys called "conduct unbecoming of an officer," Lamar Consolidated ISD has reinstated both employees following appeals....
Person killed in shooting in northwest Houston neighborhood, police say
According to the Houston Police Department, officers responded to the scene after they received a call about a possible drive-by shooting in the Acres Homes neighborhood....
City of Houston helping pay for cleanup after massive fire at SE Houston recycling plant
Four days after a massive fire at a recycling facility broke out, the City of Houston said it is helping foot the bill.
Suspect arrested, charged after woman fatally ran over by moving truck in west Houston, HPD says
Keith Bembry Sims, 33, was charged with manslaughter and failure to stop and render in an accident resulting in the death of a 31-year-old woman, police said....
Suspect charged in SE Houston SWAT scene allegedly set fire to home in previous incident, HPD says
HPD said the man was arrested on Wednesday and found that he was involved in a SWAT scene prior, where he allegedly set a home on fire.
73-year-old arrested for deadly Texas City shooting
Police were called for a welfare check and found a woman with a gunshot wound. Anyone with more information can contact detectives or Crime Stoppers.
73-year-old man charged in deadly shooting of 42-year-old woman in Texas City, police say
Texas City police said officers pronounced a 42-year-old woman dead after she was found with a gunshot wound to the chest. After an investigation, police said a 73-year-old man was charged with murder....
SkyEye13 shows truck with mangled front end after major crash with big rig in north Harris Co.
SkyEye13 was over a crash involving a big rig on Kuykendahl Road that left a pickup truck severely damaged. The drivers' conditions were not immediately known....
Texas’ refusal to plan for climate change created a crisis in Corpus Christi
Stubbornly unrealistic assessments of the region's reservoir system turned this year's drought conditions into an emergency.
Firefighter injured after garbage truck tire blows out during post-fire assessment in Montgomery County
A firefighter was injured after a garbage truck tire blew out while crews were checking the vehicle following a commercial vehicle fire in Montgomery County on Thursday, according to Montgomery County Emergency Services District No. 1.The incident happened after Montgomery County...
Convicted sex offender arrested again for allegedly possessing child pornography, Harris County Pct. 1 deputies say
A man who pleaded guilty in 2024 to trying to arrange sex with a minor — who was actually an undercover detective — has been arrested again, this time on a charge of possessing child pornography, according to Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen.The defendant, Sam Gary M...
Texas City woman found fatally shot, 73-year-old man charged with murder
A 73-year-old man has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead inside a Texas City home, according to the Texas City Police Department.Officers responded around 3 p.m. Thursday to a welfare concern in the 7200 block of Mallard Drive. When officers arrived, they found...
Small airplane reportedly crashed into Beijing's tallest skyscraper
A small aircraft crashed into Beijing's tallest building on Friday, according to a witness account and media reports, triggering evacuations and drawing a large police and ambulance presence in the city's business district....
Employee Spotlight: Meet Nathan Minich
Meet Fire Commander Nathan (Nate) Minich, a dedicated leader in our Fire Department and a driving force behind both daily operations and long-term advancements....
Half Moon Bay accident: Possibly distracted lifeguard in truck ran over woman lying on Francis Beach in Half Moon Bay, California
Authorities say a lifeguard may have been distracted when their truck ran over a 20-year-old woman at Francis Beach in Half Moon Bay, California.
4 people, including 11-year-old boy, injured in shootout over move-out at apartments: HPD
Police said two groups of people at the apartment complex got into a fight over how one of the other groups was moving out, and shots were fired.
A deadlocked jury in the Palisades Fire trial leaves attorneys weighing next steps
Attorneys are weighing their options after a jury said it could not decide whether to convict the 29-year-old man accused of sparking the deadly 2025 Palisades Fire in Los Angeles after two days of deliberation....
Texas Rep. Gene Wu says underfunded schools are fueling juvenile justice challenges
State Rep. Gene Wu says Texas must do more to support public education and address the root causes of youth crime, arguing that underfunded schools and a lack of mental health resources are contributing to problems in the state’s juvenile justice system.During a Houston Community...
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