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Woman arrested after allegedly attempting to evade deputies on bicycle
HIGHLANDS, Texas — A woman was arrested after allegedly attempting to evade deputies on a bicycle, according to the Harris County Constable Pct. 3. Day Shift Deputies observed a suspicious female near a dumpster behind a local business in the 300 block of N. Main St. in Highlands. When the female noticed the deputies, she fled the area on her bicycle, traveling south on the northbound lanes of N. Main St. The female was observed disobeying several traffic laws, such as disregarding the red light at the intersection of E. Wallisville Rd. and N. Main St., putting herself and others at risk.
‘Filthy words they called her’: Kay-Alana Turner’s family questions police actions after reviewing bodycam footage
For 407 days, Kay-Alana Turner’s parents tirelessly searched for their missing daughter, often traveling from Beaumont to Tomball. Now, as they review body camera footage of the day Harris County deputies encountered her, they seek an apology for the mishandling of her case. “That’s what makes it so cruel—the…
Houston Law Enforcement Ramps Up DWI Patrols for Fourth of July, Harris County and State Agencies Join Forces in Safety Initiative
As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, law enforcement agencies across Greater Houston are intensifying patrols to curb drunk driving incidents, recognizing this time of year as particularly precarious due to the typical surge in festivities that involve alcohol. The Houston Police Department, alongside the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Department of Public Safety, Harris County District Attorney’s Office, and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), have announced an enforcement initiative, as reported by Click2Houston. The collaborative push serves not only as a deterrent but also as an educational effort to urge individuals to consider safer transportation alternatives.
Harris Co. judge makes first court appearance after 2 run-ins with police, DWI arrest
In an update to the story first reported by ABC13, Harris County District Court Judge Kelli Johnson found herself on the other side of the bench on Tuesday morning after being arrested on a DWI charge last week.Johnson appeared before a judge and her attorney as she was expected to sign her bond conditions.ABC13 was inside the courtroom, where the judge's demeanor was described as "empathetic" to the charges that she was facing.The district attorney's office recused itself in court, and because of that, a special prosecutor will be appointed to continue handling the case.The judge and her attorney spoke...
Family Gathering in Channelview Ends in Gunfire; One Hospitalized, Suspect Detained
A family gathering turned violent in Channelview, resulting in one adult male being shot by a family member. In a brief update shared by the Harris County Sheriff's Office on X, deputies responded to a call regarding a shooting at a residence located in the 16800 block of Avenue B.
Vehicle fire on North Freeway under investigation
HOUSTON, Texas — Authorities are investigating a vehicle fire that occurred Monday on the North Freeway. No injuries have been reported. Constable Deputies and the Spring Fire Department responded to the incident in the 18700 block of the North Freeway, according to Mark Herman, Harris County Constable Precinct 4.
Decomposed Body Shockingly Found In Abandoned Texas Home
Officers walked into a disturbing scene after opening the door to an abandoned home in Harris County. This isn't the first time a decomposing body was found inside the walls of a Harris County home. One of the most notorious discoveries unfolded in Houston, Texas. While viewing a recently foreclosed...
Pasadena officials questioned about canceled scholarships for Latinas
PASADENA, Texas - Members of the Pasadena community are seeking explanations from city officials after two college scholarships designated for Latina students were unexpectedly canceled. At a city council meeting Tuesday morning, Cesar Espinoza, director of immigrant advocacy group FIEL, challenged Pasadena Mayor Jeff Wagner and City Attorney Jay Dell....
Tropical Storm Beryl to affect Texas next week.
Headline: Tropical Storm Beryl will affect the Texas coast early next week. The latest forecast from the National Hurricane Center tracks Beryl across the Gulf of Mexico and into Texas at Brownsville as a CAT 1 with 75 mph winds on Sunday night. The storm will then move north over the state dropping significant rainfall over the lower half of the state. It is now time to plan for heavy rain and possible flooding in South Texas early next week. The winds from the storm will drop below hurricane force by Monday night.
Texas gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
State gas prices rose for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.08 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.01 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 6 cents since...
Home care providers pay $4.5M to settle false claims allegations
Three home care agencies operating in Texas, Ohio and Indiana agreed to pay nearly $4.5 million to resolve allegations that they provided illegal kickbacks in exchange for Medicare referrals, the Justice Department disclosed on Monday. Guardian Health Care, Gem City Home Care and Care Connection of Cincinnati, which are owned...
5 High Profile Cases From Texas That Among The FBI’s Most Famous
Texas is a land of beautiful backdrops and vibrant cities. A place where anything can happen and usually does. Our state has seen some amazing and intriguing crime stories to ever have come out of law enforcement. Ranker listed out some of the worst crimes ever to happen in Texas....
Hanging up his hat: Texas A&M Chancellor John Sharp on his retirement
The longest-serving chancellor of the Texas A&M System is retiring. John Sharp earned his bachelor’s from A&M in 1972 and served as student body president – the shape of things to come. He was elected to the Texas House of Representatives just six years later, and after a...
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