Liberty County bar shooting: 6 shot at Alas Locas on CR 5018

A man was killed and five other people were injured when someone opened fire at the Alas Locas sports bar on CR 5018 in Liberty County early Sunday morning.

Houston news today: Attempted kidnapping suspect; Gulf tropical update
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Houston news to know today, August 14, 2025, includes the search for an attempted kidnapping suspects, parents calling for action after two Cleveland ISD school bus crashes in three days, the arrest of a man for murder, and the latest on potential tropical development in the Gulf.

Cleveland ISD school bus involved in second crash on FM 1010

A Cleveland ISD school bus with students aboard was involved in a crash on FM 1010 on Wednesday morning, the second bus crash on the same road this week.

Cleveland ISD involved in two bus crashes on same road
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No life-threatening injuries were reported after two separate crashes involving Cleveland ISD school buses. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann reports.

Houston-area school bus involved in crash, second crash for Cleveland ISD
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A Cleveland ISD school bus with students aboard was involved in a crash on FM 1010, the second bus crash on the same road this week. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann reported from the scene.

Cleveland ISD school bus crash on FM 1010; students evaluated for injuries

A Cleveland ISD school bus was involved in a crash on Monday morning, officials say. Some students were taken to the hospital for evaluation.

Cleveland ISD bus involved in crash
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A Cleveland ISD school bus with student aboard crashed on FM 1010 and ended up in a ditch on Monday morning.

Conroe man arrested following chase from Montgomery to San Jacinto counties

The suspect was initially wanted for allegedly soliciting a minor, but officials say he could now be facing more charges from three different counties.

Texas floods: Houston-area victims remembered in separate services
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Claire Reese Manchaca of Montgomery County and the Burgess family of Liberty were among the victims killed in the Central Texas flooding.

Texas flooding: 4 members of Burgess family from Liberty laid to rest
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A funeral was held for John and Julia Burgess and their two sons on Friday. The four family members from Liberty County lost their lives in the Central Texas floods over the Fourth of July weekend.

Community gathers at Freedom Church in Liberty for vigil honoring flood victims

A candlelight vigil was held at Freedom Church in Liberty to honor the victims of the devastating Texas Hill Country floods, which have claimed over 100 lives and left more than 170 people missing.

Liberty County man sentenced to 14 years for methamphetamine trafficking

John Matthew Goines, 50, was stopped in 2024 for traffic violations on two separate occasions in Liberty County, each resulting in the discovery of thousands of dollars in cash, drug trafficking paraphernalia, and more than 150 grams of methamphetamine. 

Houston weather: School closures, delays due for Tuesday, May 27

Strong storms moved across the Houston area on Tuesday morning, causing power outages and damage. We are keeping track of school delays and cancellations as they arise.

Liberty County Commissioner accused of sexual assault, official oppression
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According to records, David Whitmire is accused to using his position and requesting sexual favors in exchange for help with a child custody situation.

Liberty County Commissioner charged with sexual assault, official oppression

Liberty County Commissioner David Whitmire has been charged with sexual assault, soliciting prostitution, and official oppression, according to charges listed on the Liberty County Jail roster.

Liberty County Jail ordered to shut down following recent fire, jail riot

The Liberty County Jail has been ordered to shut down following a recent fire earlier this month and a jail riot that occurred at the end of February.

Liberty County Jail fire started due light fixture, officials report

Details have been released about how the fire at Liberty County Jail originated on Monday, causing five correctional officers to be hospitalized.