Chief Troy Finner gives preliminary details on HPD officer involved in train crash
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During a press conference, Houston PD Chief Troy Finner confirmed Vidal Lopez, 42, a senior officer with HPD, was driving his personal vehicle when he was hit by a train in the Heights area.

Houston PD officer involved in train crash on Fulton St. while 'reporting to work'

Chief Troy Finner confirmed in a press conference that Vidal Lopez, 42, a senior police officer with HPD was in his personal vehicle when he was involved in a train crash and is "fighting for his life."

Delano Burkes still missing, Congresswoman, local Houston leaders ask public for help

Houston leaders are joining in the calls for answers to the mysterious disappearance of Delano Burkes after he was seen running from McIntyre's Bar in the Heights.

Search continues for Delano Burkes seen on video running away from Heights area bar

26-year-old Delano Burkes was last seen outside a bar in the Heights on Nov. 12. His family and friends continue searching for him after six full days of him missing.

2 shot by passing vehicle on North Fwy, police investigating

It's unclear if the incident was road rage-related, but the victims told police they were driving when a passing vehicle opened fire.

New trendy sushi restaurant in the Heights includes a vegetarian menu

With more than 35,000 followers on Instagram, the Bayou City is buzzing about the latest sushi spot to the Houston Heights serving up boatloads of sushi, including vegetarian options.

A taste of Napa in the Heights

The Mutiny Wine Room is a wine experience that brings the best of Napa Valley to Houston.

Houston PD patrol car crashes into ditch during chase with stolen truck

During a chase with a stolen truck the driver reportedly ran through the side gate of an apartment complex and went into a ditch. Responding officers also following the truck, drove into the ditch as well.

Houston opens first medical marijuana store

Houston’s first medical marijuana store is now open along Houston Avenue in the Heights. Texas Original is the state’s largest medical cannabis provider.

Teen charged in Heights High School shooting accused in other violent crimes at school

Alex Owiesy, the 17-year-old charged in connection with a shooting at Houston's Heights High School last week, is also facing charges for other violent crimes against students in March.