Crime & Emergencies in ...
Houston police are probing the decomposed body of a woman found near METRO police headquarters, with an autopsy pending to ascertain identity and cause of death.
A man was fatally shot in the Greenspoint area of Houston; police are investigating the incident that occurred near a gas station and shopping center.
Community & Society in ...
Klein ISD is enhancing its safety measures after staff were charged with crimes including sex trafficking, addressing communication failures and vowing to prevent future incidents.
A METRORail collision with a truck and another incident involving a suspected drunk driver at a bus stop led to multiple injuries and one fatality in Houston.
Politics & Govt in ...
Houston Mayor John Whitmire has announced a budget proposal to address a projected deficit of nearly $300 million, suggesting a 5% cut in all city departments except fire and police.
A police dog named "Rambo Tom Ramsey" helped apprehend Brandon Harvey, who had an open warrant, after Harvey called the police about his ankle monitor and then fled.
A man named Michael Anthony was arrested by Harris County authorities on stalking charges, following a reported incident last month, despite a previous release on bond for criminal mischief.
Houston dispatches clean-up crews to Kingwood for flood debris removal. Residents must sort waste and place it curbside by 6 a.m. Monday for collection.
Two teenagers were arrested after a home invasion and robbery spree in Humble, Texas, with a third suspect still at large. The incidents involved gunpoint threats and a stolen vehicle.
A fatal hit-and-run incident occurred in Houston, where a man died after being struck by a vehicle on Cullen Boulevard. The driver fled, and police are seeking public assistance.
Two drivers were killed in a head-on collision on the Eastex Freeway in Houston. The incident, involving a Toyota Corolla and a Honda Accord, occurred at 2:50 a.m. An investigation is underway.
A fire in Crosby, Texas, has left one person dead. The incident occurred on Krenek Road and is under investigation by the Harris County Fire Marshal's Office.
The article recalls the deadly 1976 truck accident in Houston where an ammonia release resulted in 7 deaths and 200 injuries, emphasizing the lasting impact and current safety concerns.