Study shows parts of Houston, Harris County are significantly hotter than reported temperatures
Results of the largest single-day heat-mapping campaign in United States history showed that some parts of Houston were significantly hotter than others.
Man accused in Harris County deputy's killing placed on house arrest after making $1M bail
One of the men accused in the 2024 death of a Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy posted bond, months after a judge set a combined $1 million bail in his case. Dremone Francis, 27, was freed Tuesday — a rarity for those accused in law enforcement deaths — after spending about seven months behind bars in the death of 28-year-old Fernando Esqueda.
Man charged in deputy's murder under house arrest after posting $1M bond, sparking outrage
A man accused of killing a Harris County sheriff's deputy has been released on bond, drawing sharp criticism from both law enforcement organizations and the deputy's family. Deputy Fernando Esqueda was shot and killed last July in northeast Harris County.
Suspect in Harris County deputy's death released on bond, sparking outrage
A man charged with capital murder in connection with the death of a Harris County sheriff's deputy was released on bond, prompting strong criticism from law enforcement and victim advocates. Dremone Francis,
Suspect in Harris County Deputy Fernando Esqueda murder out on bond
Dremone Francis, the second suspect charged in the murder of Harris County Deputy Fernando Esqueda, is out on bond.
Houston man dies in Harris County Jail while awaiting transfer to state drug treatment facility
A 23-year-old Houston man died early Monday inside the Harris County Jail after experiencing an "apparent medical emergency" ...
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Dense Fog Advisory issued for multiple Houston-area counties
A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect this morning for several southeast Texas counties, including Fort Bend, Galveston, Brazoria ...
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Man fatally shot in Houston altercation to be reviewed by grand jury
A man was fatally shot during a confrontation at a business on Almeda Genoa Road on Monday afternoon, and the case will be ...
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New 'heat-mapping' study shows large difference in temps among Houston and Harris Co. communities
It is news to no one that Harris County gets dangerously hot. However, a new heat mapping study released by the Houston ...
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Driver killed when car hit by train in southeast Harris County, authorities say
A train collided with a car, killing the driver in southeast Harris County Wednesday morning, authorities said.
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Houston City Council creates fund for homelessness as Mayor Whitmire pushes for outdoor sleeping ban
The establishment of the “Initiative to End Street Homelessness Fund” is part of Mayor John Whitmire’s push to remove ...
Identity mix-up leads to wrongful release of capital murder suspect at Harris County Jail
A capital murder suspect was taken back into custody Friday night after being mistakenly released from Harris County Jail due ...
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Inmate charged with capital murder back in custody after being mistakenly released from Harris County Jail
An inmate who had been in the Harris County Jail on a capital murder charge since 2022 is now back in custody after being ...
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23-year-old Harris County Jail inmate dies awaiting drug treatment facility transfer
Persistent understaffing and other issues have led to a string of failed state safety inspections at the Harris County Jail. Last month, the Texas Commission on Jail Standards requested the Attorney ...
Wrong-way driver arrested for DWI on Sam Houston Tollway, Harris County Pct. 5 constable says
The driver was headed south in the northbound lanes of Beltway 8 just past US-290 when deputies pulled the car over.
Possible human remains found in wooded area in north Harris County, authorities say
Constable deputies with Precinct 4 said they found "potential human remains," in a wood line along Ella Boulevard in north ...