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.

A Texas most wanted criminal from El Salvador arrested in Liberty Co.

An El Salvador native was arrested in Liberty County on Friday, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Rigoberto Enrique Valencia was listed as a fugitive on Texas' 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants list.

Seven Liberty County Jail inmates charged for riot, officials say

Seven of the 44 inmates who were involved in the Liberty County Jail riot last Thursday have been charged for the incident, according to the sheriff's office.

Liberty County Jail riot under control, officials say
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According to Lieutenant John Bennett, two shake-downs were being conducted within two of the dorms. The search got out of and inmates began causing a ruckus which soon escalated.

FULL: Liberty County Jail riot update
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The Liberty County Sheriff's Office provides an update on a riot involving around 40 inmates in two dorms at the Liberty County Jail on Thursday.