Harris County DA warns ICE tactics are stalling prosecutions, announces next steps in ICE investigation
While violent crime in Harris County has dropped significantly, District Attorney Sean Teare is warning that aggressive federal immigration enforcement is creating a dangerous paradox that keeps violent offenders on local streets.
While violent crime in Harris County has dropped significantly, District Attorney Sean Teare is warning that aggressive federal immigration enforcement is creating a dangerous paradox that keeps violent offenders on local streets.
Third Ward shooting: Woman pistol-whipped, shot after carjacking attempt
A woman in her mid-20s was shot and pistol-whipped during a carjacking attempt in Third Ward early Friday morning.
A woman in her mid-20s was shot and pistol-whipped during a carjacking attempt in Third Ward early Friday morning.
Another Aqua Texas customer gets water bill for more than $2,000 for allegedly using 107,000 gallons of water
A third Aqua Texas customer is disputing a water bill totaling thousands of dollars after the utility reported her household used more than 100,000 gallons in a single month.
A third Aqua Texas customer is disputing a water bill totaling thousands of dollars after the utility reported her household used more than 100,000 gallons in a single month.
Missouri City police officers rescue autistic boy seen near water
Several Missouri City police officers sprang into action to save an autistic boy who was seen near a body of water and it was caught on camera.
Several Missouri City police officers sprang into action to save an autistic boy who was seen near a body of water and it was caught on camera.
Pregnant woman allegedly stabbed in face, arms by 19-year-old church acquaintance
A pregnant woman was hospitalized after a stabbing attack at a home in northeast Harris County, allegedly by a church acquaintance, officials say.
A pregnant woman was hospitalized after a stabbing attack at a home in northeast Harris County, allegedly by a church acquaintance, officials say.
Man in custody after SWAT scene unfolds in Kingwood neighborhood
The owner of the targeted home said he wasn't aware of the suspect being in his home until the SWAT scene.
The owner of the targeted home said he wasn't aware of the suspect being in his home until the SWAT scene.
Houston weather: Heat advisory to continue through Friday
A Heat Advisory is in effect for the Houston area through Friday. Highs will reach the upper 90s and low 100s, with heat index values around 106 to 110 degrees.
A Heat Advisory is in effect for the Houston area through Friday. Highs will reach the upper 90s and low 100s, with heat index values around 106 to 110 degrees.
Convicted murderer busted running 'convenience store for poison' near schools in Texas City, held on $2M bond
A two-month task force investigation ended with the arrest of 50-year-old Jamell McDonald for allegedly operating a student-targeted drug hub out of a Texas City home.
A two-month task force investigation ended with the arrest of 50-year-old Jamell McDonald for allegedly operating a student-targeted drug hub out of a Texas City home.
Harris County leaders debate proposed property tax increase ahead of September vote
Harris County homeowners could see a significant increase in the county portion of their property tax bills under a proposal being considered as commissioners work to finalize next year’s budget.
Harris County homeowners could see a significant increase in the county portion of their property tax bills under a proposal being considered as commissioners work to finalize next year’s budget.
Houston crash: Harvard Elementary School crossing guard struck by vehicle
The Houston Police Department is investigating after a crossing guard was struck by a vehicle on Thursday afternoon.
The Houston Police Department is investigating after a crossing guard was struck by a vehicle on Thursday afternoon.
Human remains found in field behind Houston middle school
Landscapers discovered the remains while working behind Attucks Middle School on Thursday.
Landscapers discovered the remains while working behind Attucks Middle School on Thursday.
8 people treated following 'minor' I-10 East crash involving bus, 18-wheeler
The crash was reported as a "minor fender-bender."
The crash was reported as a "minor fender-bender."
Man found dead in southeast Houston RV fire
A witness reportedly heard an explosion Wednesday night and saw a fire coming from inside an RV.
A witness reportedly heard an explosion Wednesday night and saw a fire coming from inside an RV.
5 Houston-area residents charged in $1M tax refund scheme
Five Houston-area residents face federal charges after being indicted in a more than $1 million counterfeit U.S. Treasury tax refund check scheme.
Five Houston-area residents face federal charges after being indicted in a more than $1 million counterfeit U.S. Treasury tax refund check scheme.
American Airlines reveals makeover of narrowbody fleet with new tech, more premium seats
American Airlines plans to give its entire narrowbody fleet of planes a giant makeover that will result in more room for many of the passengers and more technology for all of them.
American Airlines plans to give its entire narrowbody fleet of planes a giant makeover that will result in more room for many of the passengers and more technology for all of them.
Free AC, heating units offered to eligible Harris County homeowners
Harris County homeowners may qualify for a free window A/C and heat unit through Rebuilding Together Houston.
Harris County homeowners may qualify for a free window A/C and heat unit through Rebuilding Together Houston.
Hayden Panettiere death: New details released in police report
A police report released Tuesday reveals new details in the death of actor Hayden Panettiere.
A police report released Tuesday reveals new details in the death of actor Hayden Panettiere.
Houston woman loses hundreds of dollars in rental scam
A woman says she is out hundreds of dollars after falling victim to a rental scam in northwest Houston.
A woman says she is out hundreds of dollars after falling victim to a rental scam in northwest Houston.
Harris Co. couple warning pet owners about parasite found in dog parks that can be fatal
A West Harris County couple says all four of their dogs contracted a potentially serious parasite after visiting Congressman Bill Archer Park, prompting a warning for pet owners about the risk the snail-transmitted parasite can pose anywhere dogs encounter freshwater or standing water.
A West Harris County couple says all four of their dogs contracted a potentially serious parasite after visiting Congressman Bill Archer Park, prompting a warning for pet owners about the risk the snail-transmitted parasite can pose anywhere dogs encounter freshwater or standing water.
Klein ISD classroom aide facing felony charge highlights Texas special education camera law
A former Klein ISD classroom aide was fired and arrested by district police on a felony charge of Injury to a Child just five days into the school year. A frustrated mother of a nonverbal autistic student in the suspect's class says she had to look up court records herself to learn the details and was shocked to discover classroom cameras are not automatically turned on. Under Texas law, video surveillance in self-contained special education classrooms is only activated if a parent or staff member submits a written request every single school year.
A former Klein ISD classroom aide was fired and arrested by district police on a felony charge of Injury to a Child just five days into the school year. A frustrated mother of a nonverbal autistic student in the suspect's class says she had to look up court records herself to learn the details and was shocked to discover classroom cameras are not automatically turned on. Under Texas law, video surveillance in self-contained special education classrooms is only activated if a parent or staff member submits a written request every single school year.