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.

Colony Ridge ICE arrest: Man released after month-long detention

Erik Payan Ibarra, an immigrant from Mexico, was released after being detained for a month following his arrest on Feb. 25 during a worksite enforcement investigation in Colony Ridge, Texas.

Montgomery County: Ex-church children's choir instructor accused of sexual assault of a child

A former children’s choir instructor at a Montgomery County church is facing a charge of sexual assault of a child, and the sheriff’s office is urging any potential victims to come forward.

San Jacinto County, TX: Wildfire reported in Cleveland
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A wildfire was reported Wednesday afternoon on FM 1725. FOX 26's Abigail Dye gave a live look near the fire at about 6 p.m. Wednesday.

San Jacinto County: Wildfire in Cleveland, Texas
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Multiple fires have been reported in the Cleveland area as of Wednesday afternoon, according to the San Jacinto County Fire Marshal's Office.