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Vehicle engine fire caused duplex fire in Greater Inwood

31Dec

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Houston

Vehicle engine fire caused duplex fire in Greater Inwood

HOUSTON, TX – A duplex fire broke out in the 5400 block of De Soto Street in northwest Houston’s Greater Inwood area around 4:05 a.m. on December 31, 2025. https://youtu.be/T6RN8nNPW7g Firefighters arrived to find a 2-story duplex on fire and located flames in the garage involving a vehicle. Crews initiated an attack on the fire, conducted a primary search, and rotated personnel until the fire was brought under control. HFD Arson investigators determined the cause was accidental, originating from a vehicle engine fire. No injuries were reported. A total of 46 personnel responded, including firefighters from Stations 4, 15, 5, 13, 66, 67, 50, 30, Hazmat, Heavy Rescue 11, and Rehab 42.

Firefighters battle house fire in Greater Third Ward

31Dec

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Houston

Firefighters battle house fire in Greater Third Ward

HOUSTON, TX – A house fire broke out in the 3500 block of Sampson Street in Houston’s Greater Third Ward area at 11:35 p.m. on December 30, 2025. https://youtu.be/hFodLE3-IBk Firefighters arrived to find heavy flames coming from a small structure and initiated a defensive attack. Crews also addressed downed power lines near the structure and brought the fire under control. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. A total of 38 personnel responded, including firefighters from Stations 23, 8, 46, 18, 25, 7 and Rehab 42.

Grass fire quickly contained at Cavalcade and Fulton

31Dec

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Houston

Grass fire quickly contained at Cavalcade and Fulton

HOUSTON, TX – Firefighters with the Houston Fire Department responded to a grass fire earlier tonight near the intersection of Cavalcade Street and Fulton Street. The blaze was quickly contained by crews on scene. There is no word yet on what caused the fire. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

Two shot, found in vehicle with bullet damage at gas station in near IAH

30Dec

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Harris County, Houston

Two shot, found in vehicle with bullet damage at gas station in near IAH

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Two people were found shot inside a vehicle at a gas station near the intersection of Cypresswood Drive and FM 1960 around 11:17 p.m., just north of IAH. https://youtu.be/bSMEODtF1f4 Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and located a female passenger with a gunshot wound to the left side of her chest. The male driver had been shot in the wrist. Both were transported to Kingwood Hospital in stable condition. The victims were traveling down Cypresswood when the shooting occurred. The vehicle had a visible bullet hole. Investigators with the Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene. The motive remains unclear. Detectives are reviewing surveillance footage and other evidence to determine whether the shooting was domestic-re...

HFD responds to house fire at abandoned home on Retta Street

29Dec

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Houston

HFD responds to house fire at abandoned home on Retta Street

HOUSTON, TX – A house fire broke out just after 4 a.m. in the 3200 block of Retta Street. https://youtu.be/M-RZIa4u83A Houston Fire Department crews responded to the scene and found an abandoned home on fire. There were no reports of injuries. The cause of the fire is under investigation by HFD Arson. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

Police respond to shooting at Ojos Locos on North Freeway

29Dec

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Police respond to shooting at Ojos Locos on North Freeway

HOUSTON, TX – Police are investigating a shooting at Ojos Locos located at 4422 North Freeway just after 1 a.m. https://youtu.be/VyC3CgVTeBM Initial information indicates a man was possibly shot, but no details have been confirmed at this time. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

Nine-year-old girl shot during exchange of gunfire outside Cullen Park Apartment Homes

29Dec

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Houston

Nine-year-old girl shot during exchange of gunfire outside Cullen Park Apartment Homes

HOUSTON, TX – A nine-year-old girl was injured in a shooting that occurred shortly after midnight outside the Cullen Park Apartment Homes in the 4700 block of Wenda Street. https://youtu.be/WqgcD0Saxf4 According to Houston Police, Southeast Patrol officers responded to the scene and learned that two groups had gotten into a confrontation outside the complex. One group opened fire on the other. As the second group fled, a nine-year-old girl who was among them was struck once by gunfire. Members of that group returned fire as the original shooters ran and left in a dark-colored Jeep. The girl was transported to a local hospital and is in stable condition. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Houston Police Department’s Eastside Major Assaults Division or Crime Sto...

Vehicle strikes gas line and crashes into home near W. Tidwell

29Dec

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Houston

Vehicle strikes gas line and crashes into home near W. Tidwell

HOUSTON, TX – A vehicle struck a gas line before crashing into a home near the intersection of Paul Quinn Street and West Tidwell Road. https://youtu.be/V8qUmUPuZ18 The incident prompted a response from the Houston Fire Department and Houston Police Department. CenterPoint Energy was called to the scene to handle the gas leak caused by the rupture. The cause of the crash and the extent of injuries, if any, are unknown at this time. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

Woman killed after being rear-ended while driving with flat tire on North Freeway

28Dec

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Harris County, Houston

Woman killed after being rear-ended while driving with flat tire on North Freeway

HOUSTON, TX — A woman is dead after her vehicle was rear-ended by a Jeep on the North Freeway near Airtex. https://youtu.be/RbBbZtiaRDw Investigators said the woman had a flat tire and was traveling in the number two lane at the time of the collision. The impact caused her vehicle to strike a Mercedes-Benz before being struck by a Toyota Camry. The collision also caused the Jeep Wrangler to overturn onto its side. Police said the other drivers did not show any signs of intoxication. No other individuals were injured.

Two shot during party at short-term rental in Houston’s Third Ward

28Dec

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Two shot during party at short-term rental in Houston’s Third Ward

HOUSTON, TX – Two individuals were shot during a gathering at a short-term rental in the 2700 block of Blodgett late Saturday night. https://youtu.be/hEWMhv3RO-Y Around 11:30 p.m., Houston Police officers responded to a shooting call and arrived to find a large crowd of approximately 40 juveniles at the location. A 17-year-old male was found with a gunshot wound to the abdomen and is believed to be in critical condition. A second male was located nearby with a gunshot wound to the foot. Both victims were transported to a nearby hospital. Police believe the shooting occurred following an altercation between two females that escalated in a nearby parking lot. The identity of the shooter remains unknown, and attendees told police they did not see the individual or know if he was...