Toddler dies in northwest Harris County crash
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a 2-year-old died in the crash that happened earlier Saturday afternoon in the Hockley area.In a post on X, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez stated a U-Hau
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2-year-old killed in crash on FM 2920 in northwest Harris Co., sheriff says
According to the HCSO, a two-year-old child died, and a mother and an 8-month-old were taken to the hospital after a crash in northwest Harris County.
Toddler dies in northwest Harris County crash
The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a 2-year-old died in the crash that happened earlier Saturday afternoon in the Hockley area.In a post on X, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez stated a U-Haul’s driver may have fallen asleep and crossed into the path of the Jeep with...
Task force operation in north Harris County ends with woman in custody, man dead at scene
A joint Gulf Coast Violent Offenders Task Force operation in north Harris County ended with one suspect in custody and another dead, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the task force was attempting to apprehend two 100 block of West...
Court records: James Harden arrested in Houston on unlawful carrying weapons charge
Court records filed in Harris County show Cleveland Cavaliers player and former Houston Rockets star James Harden was arrested early Saturday and charged with a misdemeanor count of Unlawful Carrying Weapons, after prosecutors allege he had a handgun in “plain view” inside his...
James Harden arrested in Houston area, charged with unlawful carry
Court records confirm Harden was arrested in Harris County on an “Unlawful Carrying Weapons" charge.
Houston airports anticipate 4.5 million travelers for World Cup
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Houston soccer fans celebrate historic U.S. victory in 2026 World Cup opener
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Harris County District Attorney's office reviewing cases involving HPD officer fired in racist rant
After 13 Investigates identified 10 cases involving fired HPD officer Ashley Gonzalez, the Harris County District Attorney's Office said it expects to issue notices to defendants.
Harris County explores giving workers paid mental health days
Judge Lina Hidalgo says Harris County is exploring giving workers a new type of paid time off for mental health, adding that employees need days to "clear their mind."
Harris County crime: Brisket bandit busted by authorities
One man is facing charges after authorities said he stole brisket and ribs from a Houston business, authorities said.
Gov. Greg Abbott spells out vision for fourth term at Republican state convention in Houston
Abbott pledged to spend at least $25 million to flip Harris County from blue to red. His legislative priorities include restricting further growth in property taxes, closing the state’s primary system, banning Islamic religious law across the state, and regulating AI data center...
Lina Hidalgo says her heat concerns went ignored before FIFA Fan Festival hospitalizations
Harris County's top elected official also claimed she had been denied access to NRG Stadium until two days before the start of the World Cup. The county owns the stadium, which is under FIFA control during the soccer tournament.
Here's where things stand with New World screwworm in Texas
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Texas rural hospital organization to end contracts with UnitedHealthcare over 'unsustainable' rates
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Two Houston-area residents plead guilty to falsifying wastewater testing results
The falsified results included illegal levels of ammonia, E. coli and phosphorus, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
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Above-average humidity in Houston to push heat index over 100 degrees before rainy start to next week
The maximum heat index, or feels-like temperature, is forecast to reach 109 on Friday, 106 on Saturday and 105 on Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.
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Police: Gunman dead after Midland shooting leaves 10 people shot, 1 killed
The Texas Department of Public Safety identified the suspected shooter as Victor Mata Villarreal, 45, of Odessa.
Houston ISD board postpones vote on 2026-27 budget
The district’s state-appointed board of managers opted to delay voting on the $2 billion proposed budget. The vote has been rescheduled for June 25, less than a week before a deadline.
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3,321 homeless people were counted in Houston area in 2026 as city recalibrates initiative to help them
The total number of people living on the streets or in shelters held steady for the sixth year in a row. Mayor John Whitmire’s administration is shifting its goal from “ending street homelessness” to “reducing” it.
Deputy injured after being hit by a driver while canvassing a fatal pedestrian scene on Old Bammel Road, HCSO said.
A deputy was injured after being hit by a driver while investigating a fatal pedestrian crash scene in north Houston, HCSO said.
After divisive US Senate runoff, Texas Republicans seek unity at state convention in Houston
Now that the party's nominees are set for the general election, Texas Republicans are shifting their focus to defeating Democrats in November. The 2026 Republican Party of Texas State Convention runs through Saturday.
YETI co-founder among owners of West Texas ranch facilitating border wall construction
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Texas agency to set rules for using treated fracking wastewater on farmland
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Woman dies after being hit by car on Highway 249; Harris County deputy also struck
A woman was killed after being hit by a vehicle while attempting to cross Highway 249 Thursday night, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.The crash happened around 10:32 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 249 and Old Bammel North Houston Road.Executive director of...
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Congo’s soccer team arrives in Houston, where the Texas heat impacted a crowded FIFA Fan Festival
On the first day of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Houston's fan festival reached its 7,500-person capacity and multiple people were reportedly hospitalized with heat-related illnesses.
Houston dog rescue seeks help after screwworm restrictions halt out-of-state adoptions
A Houston-area nonprofit dog rescue is urgently seeking adopters, foster families and donations after new restrictions tied to Texas screwworm concerns abruptly halted plans to transport 16 rescued dogs to approved homes outside Harris County.
Texas Republicans press for local control over spread of AI data centers on first day of convention in Houston
The proposed language by the party’s Legislative Priorities Committee appears to have strong support from rural delegates, but it potentially stands at odds with the priorities of Gov. Greg Abbott and other state leaders.
Commissioners hear concerns, but approve contract between Pct. 1 constable and River Oaks District
One of Houston's more glitzy shopping centers will soon have more police presence after a public safety contract between the Precinct 1 Constable's Office and Fertitta Entertainment was approved.
Harris County Flood Control Director resigns from her position
Dr. Tina Petersen, the Harris County Flood Control District Director, has resigned after a push to remove her from office due to severe project backlogs.
Former Turkey Leg Hut co-owner pleads guilty to role in arson scheme
The popular restaurant in Houston's Third Ward filed for bankruptcy and closed in 2024 after its lease was terminated, according to bankruptcy court records.
Director of Harris County Flood Control resigns from position following questions over leadership
Dr. Tina Petersen's resignation comes one month after county officials had questions over her leadership, as several project deadlines were missed.
Galveston sends off beloved Dutch Orange Bus ahead of Netherlands' 2026 FIFA World Cup opener
The colorful bus is an essential tradition for Dutch soccer fans worldwide as fans typically march behind the bus to celebrate before and after their national team's soccer matches.
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Karmelo Anthony appeals Collin County murder conviction
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