Brazoria County Sheriff's Office shooting: Search for violent killer ends
The man who investigators say shot and killed Brazoria County Sheriff's Deputy Jesus Vargas, and then was killed himself, had a long criminal history, and had forfeited on his most recent bond. The deadly gunshots rang out along Stella Link in Southwest Houston.
Houston police release results from DWI Task Force initiative
The Houston Police Department has announced the results of their three-night multi-agency DWI Task Force initiative.
Man found dead in backseat of Houston police officer's vehicle
Houston Police are investigating the death of a man in his 40s after his body was found in the backseat of an officer's vehicle in Downtown Houston on Saturday afternoon.
Harris County deputies find shooting victim in backyard
Deputies are investigating after a man was found shot in the backyard of a home in west Harris County.
Harris County traffic: Multi-agency task force launches to make Grand Parkway safe for drivers
Multiple law enforcement agencies have formed a joint task force to address dangerous driving behaviors on the Grand Parkway and reduce the number of traffic fatalities.
Man deported in 2022 accused of new crime, Texas DPS offers reward
Texas DPS added a 27-year-old man wanted in North Texas to one of its most wanted lists saying they believe he could now be in the Houston area.
Several Houston children shot at a teen pop-up party; what changes could be coming?
Two teenagers were killed and several others injured in a shooting at a pop-up party in Houston, prompting calls for increased regulation of such events.
Houston Harding Street raid: Hearing in Gerald Goines' motion for new trial
An evidentiary hearing is set for Wednesday in Gerald Goines' motion for a new trial after the former Houston police officer was convicted of murder in the deaths of a couple killed during the botched Harding Street raid.
Houston Police Department officer arrested for family violence
The Houston Police Department is reporting that an officer has been arrested for a charge of family violence.
One injured in officer-involved shooting outside of Cypress Fairbanks ISD administration building
The Harris County Sheriff's Office is investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened Sunday morning in front of the Cypress Fairbanks ISD administration building.
Houston teen who crashed, killing 2-year-old brother was driving to the store for his 'dying' mother
Houston police say the teenager was driving a white Honda SUV on Tidwell when police say he lost control of the SUV and crash into trees, killing his baby brother.
Twin Houston police officers share story of working together everyday
Twin sister officers Holly and Valerie Garcia bring a unique partnership to the Houston Police Department, having backed each other up from an early age and now sharing the same beat.
Harris County parents concerned about no sidewalks where man was hit, killed
Harris County parents voice concerns after a man was killed and his girlfriend injured in a hit-and-run.
Houston Police Department searching for new recruits
The Houston Police Department is on a quest to recruit new officers. On Saturday, the department held a hiring expo to assist in increasing their staff numbers.
Houston non-profit's storage unit robbed, jeopardizing Christmas for needy families
The Grinch has hit several storage units, breaking into them in Southwest Houston and possibly stealing Christmas from some deserving families.
Take Me Home Program created to help missing elderly make it home safely
If you've ever experienced it, you know the terror that comes with having an elderly loved one go missing. Now there's a new initiative designed to help.
Houston man wanted on charges of trafficking woman who's now missing
A man has now been charged, not with the disappearance of Angela Marisol Diaz, but rather in connection with allegations of sex trafficking her.
Family of 17-year-old killed Sunday speaking against gun violence after 3 more teens were killed Tuesday
Multiple teen homicides have occurred in the Houston area, leaving families grieving and communities shaken.
Former Harris County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Garrett Hardin found not guilty in killing of Roderick Brooks
Former Harris County Sheriff's Office Sergeant Garret Hardin was found not guilty by a jury Monday in the killing of Roderick Brooks.
Houston crime: Family hears fatal gunshots that killed 17-year-old teen
Sheriff's deputies are searching for a gunman that killed a teenager who was outside in his own neighborhood. The shots rang out in Northwest Harris County.