Shot in his sleep: Harris County deputy shares story after investigators say random drive-by struck his home
The bullet passed inches from his daughter. A Harris County deputy shares what happened.
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Bomb squad to destroy device found in NW Harris County
The scene is located near the 16500 block of Courtland Circle.
Appeals court dismisses qualified immunity claim in case where Harris County deputies' searched wrong home
The ruling against the three Harris County Precinct 2 deputies came down in the Louisiana court this week, when judges dismissed excessive force claim...
KP George's misdemeanor trial for alleged social media election scheme pushed to July
Prosecutors with the Fort Bend County District Attorney's office said they're delaying the case until after George is sentenced in June for his felony...
More than $245 million in grant funds jeopardized as Harris County flood projects linger behind schedule
The latest hurdle is a time crunch for the flood control district to break ground and complete those projects ahead of 2027 and 2028 funding deadlines...
Harris County prosecutors seek gag order in Lee Gilley capital murder case
The Harris County District Attorney’s Office is requesting a gag order in the capital murder case against Lee Gilley, the Houston man accused of stran...
Teen charged with manslaughter after Harris County woman, 84, was shot in her kitchen
A teen is accused of recklessly firing a gun near a bayou in a west Harris County neighborhood, fatally shooting an 84-year-old woman in her own kitch...
Suspect flees after parent finds him with teen
Harris County Precinct 4 authorities were called after a parent reportedly found their daughter with Makayden Jefferson.
Affordable townhomes open in Pasadena using Hurricane Harvey disaster relief funds
The Harris County Housing and Community Development Department is helping combat the issue with brand-new townhomes in Pasadena through Harvey disaste...
4 dead in apparent murder-suicide at River Oaks property tied to Houston restaurant owners
According to the Harris County Central Appraisal District, the property where the individuals were found dead is owned by Matthew and Thy Mitchell, th...
Man wanted for exposing himself at Harris County park
Investigators said David Schumaker has a history of indecent exposure. They're asking anyone who knows where he is to call them.
New report shows millions in federal funding tied to Harris County flood projects could be at risk
A new report obtained by ABC13 shows a tricky timeline surrounding federal funding could put major Harris County flood control projects at risk.
Woman injured after shootout at north Harris County apartment complex, suspects still on the run
A search is underway for the people involved in a shootout at an apartment complex in north Harris County Wednesday night.
Will Texas turn blue this year?
With midterms around the corner and President Trump's approval rating low, Democrats expect to flip a lot of seats this election. Polls show a Democra...
Republican Brett Ligon, former Montgomery County DA, wins special election for open Texas Senate seat
A rematch is scheduled for November as Ligon’s win only puts him in the seat through January. But the former prosecutor will be heavily favored, given...
Can you legally shoot an intruder in Texas? The ‘Castle Doctrine’ explainer
A deadly shooting during an alleged home invasion in northwest Harris County is putting renewed attention on Texas’ Castle Doctrine and when homeowner...
Harris County shooting: Shootout between 2 suspects occurs on Tidwell, suspect flee scene
Harris County authorities are on the scene after a shootout between two suspects on Tuesday evening, officials said.
Homeowner shoots, kills man breaking into northwest Harris County home, HCSO
It will be up to the Harris County District Attorney's Office to determine whether any charges will be filed.
New sidewalks planned along South Mason Road to improve safety in west Harris County
Officials announce 4.25-mile sidewalk project along South Mason Road, aiming to improve pedestrian safety after multiple incidents.
Christian Menefee and Al Green, rivals in TX-18, align on aim of strengthening voting rights
The two congressmen, in a Democratic primary runoff election for the same Houston-based seat, both came out strongly for the need to pass new legislat...
EPA orders cleanup of San Jacinto River waste pits after state found cancer cluster last year
In 2017, the EPA approved a plan to clean up the San Jacinto River waste pits in east Harris County. Nine years later, cleanup is still not underway.
Homeowner shoots, kills suspected burglar in north Harris County
A suspected home intruder is dead after being shot by a homeowner in northwest Harris County, according to deputies with Mark Herman’s Office.
Outgoing Galveston mayor recounts his time serving the city ahead of upcoming elections
Brown was elected as mayor in 2020 after serving on Galveston City Council for six years. His final term as mayor expires in May.
4-year-old found alone overnight in west Harris County reunited with parents; authorities say child snuck out of house
Authorities are working to identify and locate the parents of a young child found alone overnight in west Harris County.
Deputies investigating decomposed body found in woods north Harris County
Investigators said the person was found dead on Spears Road. They don't yet know how they died.
Father dies at hospital after being choked by his teenage son in west Harris County
Authorities are investigating a deadly family disturbance in west Harris County Tuesday morning.
Texas’ 9th Congressional District GOP runoff: Who is running and what to know
Army veteran Alex Mealer and state Rep. Briscoe Cain are facing off for the Republican nomination in the newly drawn 9th District, anchored in east Ha...
Trump judicial nominees for Texas sidestep questions on 2020 election, Jan. 6 Capitol attack
John Marck and Arthur Jones, both currently with the Office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas, testified before the Senate Judic...
Harris County: Body found in wooded area on Spears Road, authorities investigating
Harris County authorities are investigating after a person was found dead on Monday, officials said.
Tar spill in South Houston kills worker, authorities detect no air pollution
In a statement, a Harris County Pollution Control Services (PCS) spokesperson said, “PCS conducted air monitoring throughout the incident area. No air...
Christian Menefee’s district sat vacant for 11 months. His first bill would set a special election deadline
The Houston Democrat was elected earlier this year to finish out the congressional term of Rep. Sylvester Turner, who died in March 2025. The safely b...
Domestic violence advocates push for action after Harris County killing leaves children hiding
According to Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, Harris County has received between 45,000 and 50,000 domestic violence calls annually over the past thr...
Houston man indicted on capital murder charge in ‘ding dong ditch’ shooting death of 11-year-old
A Harris County grand jury this week elevated the criminal charge against Gonzalo Leon Jr., a 43-year-old man who is accused of killing Julian Guzman ...
Rain and potential flooding is in the Houston area's Friday forecast
Rainfall throughout the month of April has brought nearly all of Harris County out of “moderate drought” conditions, according to the U.S. Drought Mon...
Election Day Today: What to know about the Texas Senate District 4 Special Election
Polls are open 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Saturday, May 2 for the SD-4 special election featuring Republican Brett Ligon and Democrat Ron Angeletti—plus where to v...
Harris County DA to law enforcement: Lab testing limits charges that can be filed involving THC vape pens
The Harris County District Attorney's office has issued new guidance stating it will not accept charges for individuals found with vape pens suspected...
Hello Houston (April 29, 2026)
Today: We discuss a new initiative to expand childcare in Harris County, talk with Houston media personality Tessa Berrera, learn about Superfund site...
Early voting is underway in the special election runoff for a Houston City Council seat
Voters in District C, which includes the Heights, Meyerland and Montrose areas, are choosing between Nick Hellyar and Joe Panzarella.
For Texans with disabilities, voting can take weeks — or be out of reach
With multiple elections coming up in May, advocates say gaps in support services can make voting a time-consuming challenge for many people with disab...