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18-year-old killed, family member injured in shooting outside north Harris County cantina
Officials say a 19-year-old shot the victims and drove off, but another person followed him while giving details to 911.
19-year-old charged with murder after shooting that killed man, injured another, HCSO says
A 19-year-old man is being charged with murder after a shooting near Mexcal Cantina Pacifico in north Harris County, the sheriff's office said.
Man admits to killing girlfriend in NE Harris County shooting
The suspect reportedly told detectives that his girlfriend threatened to end their relationship before he shot her Saturday evening.
Man confesses to shooting, killing woman after she threatened to end their relationship, HCSO says
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said the suspect confessed to murdering the woman he was dating after she threatened to end their relationship. HCSO said the suspect's stepfather is the one who called 911....
Man charged after fatal shooting in Sheldon-area home on Maritime Drive, HCSO says
A man is now charged in connection with a deadly shooting that happened Saturday evening in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies were called to a home in the 11100 block of Maritime Drive in the Sheldon area just after 6:30 p.m. Invest...
Minnesota prosecutor talks strategy after deadly Houston ICE shooting
After a man was killed by ICE agents in Houston, the Harris County District Attorney's office is conducting its own investigation and turning to leaders in Minneapolis for guidance....
Man involved in 2 separate attacks that critically injured victims in NW Harris County, HCSO says
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said deputies found one of the victims on the sidewalk with severe head injuries before being taken to the hospital....
Harris County murder suspect told investigators he was 'afraid' of victim
Harris County officials identified the victim and suspect from the deadly shooting in northeast Harris County on Rolling Creek Drive.
Sean Teare on ICE shooting (July 17, 2026)
On Friday's show: We get the latest on dramatic flooding in the Hill Country. And Harris County D.A. Sean Teare discusses his office’s efforts to investigate last week’s shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by an ICE agent....
Houston ICE shooting: Hundreds attend Lorenzo Salgado's visitation as Harris County DA seeks federal evidence
Hundreds of mourners, community leaders and elected officials gathered Thursday for the visitation of Lorenzo Salgado, the 35-year Houston resident who was fatally shot by an ICE agent....
'Houston Most Wanted' fugitive captured in New York
Convicted murderer and fugitive Elvio Mancebo was captured in Brooklyn after years on the run, ending a manhunt that began when he failed to appear for sentencing in 2023, authorities said.Mancebo was charged in 2017 with capital murder in Harris County. Investigators say he late...
Harris County DA says 'it's inconsistent that drugs' found in Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's van
This comes as the FBI said they saw "white crystal-like substance packaged in small plastic bags" from outside of the van, according to documents.
Suspect in Kroger shooting identified and charged, Harris County Precinct 4 says
The suspected shooter, identified as Kaden Ausbrooks, is facing charges after allegedly shooting a man at a Kroger on Wednesday, according to the constable's office....
Driver killed when car slams into utility pole in northeast Harris County, authorities say
According to an investigation, the man was driving southbound at a high speed when he failed to drive in a single lane, left the roadway, and hit a utility pole. Authorities said no other vehicle was involved....
1 injured, 3 detained after reported shooting in northwest Harris County, deputies say
Deputies are investigating a reported shooting that left one person injured early Thursday in northwest Harris County.According to Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office, deputy constables responded to the 21000 block of Brushy Canyon Drive around 1:28 a.m. after receiving r...
Harris County could face increased fees, and program cuts to close its $129M deficit
Faced with a nearly $130 million deficit, Harris County officials are working on a way to close it, and we've learned it could include increased fees and program cuts....
Teen suspect charged after being accused of assaulting woman while trying to drown her
Harris County Constable Precinct 1 says the 19-year-old could face life in prison after being charged with two counts of aggravated sexual assault.
Man dead after shooting on Rolling Creek Drive in Huffman, Harris County sheriff says
A man is now dead after a shooting in Huffman on Tuesday, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
Man dies after shooting in northeast Harris County, sheriff's office investigating
A man was critically injured in a shooting on Rolling Creek Drive in northeast Harris County, and homicide detectives are investigating.
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Person detained after deadly shooting in Huffman
One person has been detained after a man was shot to death in Huffman Tuesday evening. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says the shooting happened in the 700 block of Rolling Creek Drive around 7:30 p.m.@HCSOTexas deputies responded to a shooting in the 700 block of Rolling Cre...
Suspect in disappearance of Baytown woman indicted on kidnapping charge in case
A suspect in the disappearance of a Baytown woman, who went missing in 2024, has officially been indicted in connection to the case.Quan Flowers was indicted by a Harris County grand jury Tuesday on an aggravated kidnapping charge in connection to the disappearance of Kalie Goodw...
West Nile Virus human cases reported in Houston, Harris County
Harris County Public Health and the Houston Health Department have confirmed cases of West Nile Virus in humans for 2026, according to a release.
Harris County grand jury revives murder charge against man accused in shooting
A Harris County grand jury has formally indicted a man on a murder charge just days after a magistrate judge ruled that there wasn’t probable cause to keep him jailed in the case. He is also in jail on a separate, second murder charge....
White Oak Bayou attack: Teen accused in sexual assault, attempted drowning
Harris County authorities have identified a 19-year-old who allegedly sexually assaulted and attempted to drown a woman in White Oak Bayou.
Woman sexually assaulted by man while exercising along White Oak Bayou, Pct. 1 deputies say
An investigation is underway after a woman said she was sexually assaulted while she was exercising on Monday evening, according to the Office of Harris County Constable Precinct 1 Alan Rosen....
Public viewing set for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, man killed in ICE shooting in Houston
The family of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, the man who was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Houston last week, is inviting the public to pay their respects during a viewing this week.Harris County leaders seek funding for independent investigation into ICE shooting that killed Lorenzo ...
Harris County: Woman exercise-walking attacked, fought off man along White Oak Bayou
An investigation is underway after a woman who was exercise-walking was attacked, according to Harris County Constable Precinct 1 Alan Rosen.
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Attorney for 2 men who were in van during deadly ICE shooting in Houston faces felony assault charge
Hugo Balderras-Ibarra, the immigration attorney representing two of three men who were in the van with Lorenzo Salgado Araujo during last week’s deadly ICE shooting, is facing a felony assault charge, according to Harris County court records.Balderas-Ibarra was indicted on a felo...
Harris County DA’s office to treat ICE shooting as criminal investigation, says it may take months or years to complete
Subscribe to The Y’all — a weekly dispatch about the people, places and policies defining Texas, produced by Texas Tribune journalists living in communities across the state.Harris County officials still don’t know the names of the agents who were present when an ICE officer shot...
Armed robbery investigation underway at Louetta Road Exxon, suspects flee toward I-45
Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office are investigating an armed robbery that occurred early Sunday morning at the Texas Market/Exxon in the 1600 block of Louetta Road in Harris County.The robbery was reported at approximately 5:13 a.m. on July 13. According to preliminary...
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Grand jury indicts man accused of killing repairman in Humble in second, unrelated murder case
The man accused of killing a repairman at a home in Humble earlier this month was indicted by a Harris County grand jury Tuesday in connection with a second homicide that happened in May.The indictment comes after KPRC 2 reported that a magistrate judge found no probable cause ov...
Worker dies after falling into 30- to 40-foot shaft at east Harris County construction site
A man died Monday morning after falling into a utility shaft at a construction site in east Harris County, and investigators are working to determine whether he was pushed during an altercation with a coworker.Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office responded around 7:45...
Large branches downed, cleanup underway after strong thunderstorms hit northwest Harris County
Neighbors helped each other clean up after strong winds, hail, and heavy rain brought down tree branches and damaged fences in northwest Harris County....
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Houston weather: Another round of storms approaching Harris county Saturday evening
We started our Saturday morning with thunderstorms. These storms are moving north. Here is the live radar so you can see where the rain is falling. Saturday’s forecast:More storms are expected this weekend. While similar to the hit and miss sea breeze storms we’ve had all week, w...
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Man charged with repairman's murder now linked to second murder, sheriff says
A man charged with the murder of a repairman in July has now been linked in a second death, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.
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2 teens shot multiple times after shootout in west Harris County neighborhood, HCSO says
Two 19-year-olds were hurt after shooting at each other in west Harris County, according to the sheriff's office. Investigators said the teens are neighbors and were firing at each other from their driveways....
Harris County DA says any information about deadly ICE shooting could be 'pivotal' in investigation
Rep. Sylvia Garcia and Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare gave more information about this week's deadly ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo....
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo says she has mono, will scale back public appearances
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo says she has been diagnosed with infectious mononucleosis, commonly known as mono, after weeks of dealing with a lingering sore throat and extreme fatigue.Hidalgo shared the diagnosis Friday morning, saying she received confirmation from lab resul...
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Houston ICE shooting: Harris County Medical Examiner lists cause of death following shooting
The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences has released its report following the deadly ICE shooting in East Houston that took the life of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo....
Harris County ME rules Houston ICE shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo a homicide
The Harris County Medical Examiner has ruled the manner of death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo a homicide.Records from the medical examiner’s office shows Araujo died from a “penetrating gunshot wound of the torso.”A ruling of homicide from the medical examiner is not the same as in ...
Houston ICE shooting: Harris County DA investigating, warns of evidence access
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare confirmed that they are conducting an investigation in connection to the deadly ICE shooting that occurred earlier this week....
Harris County prosecutor will investigate ICE shooting but cautions that feds control access to evidence
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare said Thursday his office is committed to investigating the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by a federal immigration agent but cautioned that local prosecutors face challenges accessing evidence. His comment came amid mounting ca...