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Driver killed after crashing into an 18-wheeler on W Mount Houston
Harris County

Driver killed after crashing into an 18-wheeler on W Mount Houston

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A driver was killed in a crash on West Mount Houston Road early Saturday morning. https://youtu.be/Af37o_RJe3k The crash occurred around 5:21 a.m. on Aug. 16, 2025, in the 1800 block of West Mount Houston Road. According to investigators, Xavier Lamone Clinton was operating a 2019 Freightliner truck tractor, hauling a 2017 Wabash trailer, and was stopped at a red light in the westbound number two lane. At the same time, a 2013 black Chevrolet Tahoe traveling in the number three lane failed to stay in its lane and struck the back right corner of the trailer. Emergency Medical Services and the Fire Department responded to the scene. The driver of the Tahoe was pinned inside the vehicle and required extrication. CPR was administered, and Life Flight was requeste...
Fire at Houston Truck Sales lot on McCarty
Houston

Fire at Houston Truck Sales lot on McCarty

HOUSTON, TX – A fire broke out early Saturday morning at the Houston Truck Sales lot located at 2000 McCarty near Buchanan Street. https://youtu.be/PawLiZ_yqBU The call initially came in around 4:40 a.m. as a truck fire on Buchanan Street but was later determined to be inside the truck sales lot. At least one truck appeared to be on fire. More information will follow if it becomes available.
Man shot during party at TSU frat house on Wheeler Avenue
Houston

Man shot during party at TSU frat house on Wheeler Avenue

HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot during a party at a Texas Southern University frat house early Saturday morning in the 3700 block of Wheeler Avenue. https://youtu.be/tkP5MLcH2SQ Police said the victim, who was hosting the party, sustained a gunshot wound to the leg and was transported to a nearby hospital in stable condition. According to investigators, the shooting occurred after a group of uninvited guests arrived at the frat house party and were asked to leave. The group became angry, and one individual retrieved a weapon from a vehicle. A physical altercation then broke out in the street between the two groups, and the suspect fired a single round into the crowd, striking the victim. Police stated they have a good idea of who the suspect is. More information will follow i...
Man critically injured in possible drive-by shooting on Antoine Drive
Houston

Man critically injured in possible drive-by shooting on Antoine Drive

HOUSTON, TX – A man was critically injured in a possible drive-by shooting early Saturday morning in the 5500 block of Antoine Drive. https://youtu.be/C99InBUGu1w Houston Police and Fire Department crews responded and located a male victim in his mid-30s with multiple gunshot wounds. Officers on scene provided first aid, applying chest seals and tourniquets before the man was transported to a nearby hospital. He is reported to be in critical condition. According to police, a female called in the shooting, which is believed to have been a drive-by. No suspect information is available at this time. More information will follow if it becomes available.
19-year-old shot at Laguna Azul Apartments in Baytown
Harris County

19-year-old shot at Laguna Azul Apartments in Baytown

BAYTOWN, TX – Baytown police are investigating a shooting that occurred at the Laguna Azul Apartments in the 1200 block of Northwood Drive about 10 p.m. Friday, August 15. https://youtu.be/0uoBxKwsNL4 Officers arrived on scene and located a 19-year-old male from Baytown with gunshot wounds to his legs. Officers immediately applied a tourniquet, and the victim was transported by ambulance to a local hospital, where he is listed in stable condition. The case remains under investigation. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Baytown Police Department.
First Service Credit Union to host grand opening in Sugar Land with Space Cowboys and giveaways
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First Service Credit Union to host grand opening in Sugar Land with Space Cowboys and giveaways

FORT BEND COUNTY, TX – First Service Credit Union, the official credit union of the Sugar Land Space Cowboys, announced the grand opening of its newest branch in Sugar Land, located at 3601 Highway 6. Photo Credit: First Service Credit Union The celebration will take place Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will feature a special appearance by Orion, the Space Cowboys mascot, and a meet-and-greet with team player Kenedy Corona. Attendees can enjoy ballpark-style snacks, games, activities, and giveaways. Customers who open an account during August will be entered to win 2026 Space Cowboys season tickets and signed memorabilia. A ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 21, at 11 a.m. The new branch expands First ...
Murder-suicide under investigation in northwest Harris County
Harris County

Murder-suicide under investigation in northwest Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – The Harris County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a murder-suicide that occurred late Thursday morning at a two-story townhome in northwest Harris County. https://youtu.be/gN9_5e1VMjk According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, deputies received a 911 call at approximately 11 a.m. from a woman who stated she had been shot. She also indicated that the suspect was still inside the residence. Responding units arrived to find the woman critically wounded outside the home. She was transported to a hospital, where she was pronounced deceased. Deputies located a man upstairs inside the home with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. The victim was described as a 30-year-old Black female, and the suspect as a 48-year-old Black mal...
Man fatally shot by Harris County Pct. 4 deputy after killing son-in-law during child custody dispute
Harris County

Man fatally shot by Harris County Pct. 4 deputy after killing son-in-law during child custody dispute

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A man died after being shot by a Harris County Precinct 4 deputy following the fatal shooting of his son-in-law during a child custody dispute, according to Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman. https://youtu.be/ARCFu4ajBRI The incident happened Thursday in the 11000 block of Tanglehead Court, near Antoine Drive and North Sam Houston Parkway. Officials said Rafael Rodriguez, 73, shot his son-in-law, identified by family as Franklin Portillo, outside the home. Portillo was at the residence with his two young children. Family members stated Portillo’s wife, Rodriguez’s daughter, died two years ago. A responding deputy shot Rodriguez, and both men went down. CPR was administered to both victims. Portillo was pronounced deceased at the scene. Rodriguez was transporte...
Lufkin man arrested third DWI in Livingston
Texas

Lufkin man arrested third DWI in Livingston

LIVINGSTON, TX – A Lufkin man was arrested Wednesday evening in Livingston after police responded to reports of an intoxicated individual acting erratically. According to the Livingston Police Department, officers were dispatched to the Boot Barn and later located the suspect at a nearby gas station. The driver, identified as 58-year-old Timothy Whittington, showed multiple signs of intoxication and had open alcohol in his vehicle. Whittington was arrested and taken to the Polk County Jail. Due to multiple prior DWI convictions, his charge was enhanced to felony DWI (third or more).
Groundbreaking held for new public safety complex in north Houston
Texas

Groundbreaking held for new public safety complex in north Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Mayor John Whitmire joined Houston Police Chief J. Noe Diaz Jr., Houston Fire Chief Thomas Muñoz, and community leaders on Tuesday to break ground on a new public safety complex that will house the Houston Police Department’s North Belt Patrol Station. The 27,000-square-foot, two-story facility is being developed through a collaboration between HPD and the Houston Fire Department. Located at 320 Gears Road, behind the Greens Crossroads Shopping Center at 547 Greens Parkway, the complex will serve north Houston communities. Construction is expected to be completed in summer 2026.