Harris County law enforcement increasing safety awareness during holiday shopping

As last-minute holiday shopping ramps up, law enforcement officials are urging shoppers to stay alert and take extra precautions to avoid becoming targets of crime. Harris County Constable Precinct Four says deputies are increasing patrols in busy retail areas throughout the holiday season.

Harris County authorities seeking information on fatal November hit-and-run

Jose Escobar-Felix was fatally struck late November in the northwest Harris County. Anyone with information can contact the sheriff's office or Crime Stoppers.

Fred Hartman Bridge reopens after fatal crash

The deceased driver allegedly struck a boat and trailer connected to a stalled vehicle.

Bellaire police chief retires amid investigation

Bellaire PD Chief Onesimo Lopez Jr.T was recently placed on leave during an investigation into an employment matter.

Hundreds gather for vigil honoring student killed in Baytown

More than 200 people gathered at Bicentennial Park in Baytown Thursday night for a vigil honoring 16-year-old Andrew Meismer.

Sterling HS student accused of stabbing classmate to death over vape gets $3M bond

Bond has been set at $3 million for a Goose Creek CISD Sterling High School student accused of stabbing a classmate to death with a pair of scissors over a $21 vape pen.

Sterling High School student charged in deadly stabbing transferred to Harris County Jail

A Goose Creek CISD Sterling High School student is accused of stabbing and killing another student with a pair of scissors, according to court documents. Aundre Matthews, 18, was transferred to the Harris County Jail Friday to face a murder charge.

Baytown police shooting: Suspect killed, mother of his kids found dead inside

A deadly officer-involved shooting is being investigated by the Baytown Police Department after one man was shot, and a woman was found dead in the home.

Harris County Deputy under investigation after woman says he raped her, took cash

Since no criminal charges are filed yet, we are not naming the deputy. The Harris County Sheriff's Office confirms he's temporarily assigned to administrative duties pending the outcome of an investigation.