Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot in the leg during a robbery at an apartment complex in northwest Houston. https://youtu.be/SzLnpZ5crE0 The incident occurred around 8 p.m. in the 5900 block of Pinemont at the Patriot Forest Apartments. According to the Houston Police Department, North Patrol officers responded to reports of a male shot in the lower leg. The victim was transported to a hospital and is expected to survive. Police say the victim was walking along Pinemont in front of the apartment complex when a younger male approached from behind, assaulted him, took a pistol, and shot him with his own weapon. Witnesses reported seeing the suspect run west toward a nearby gas station. Patrol and Patrol Support Officers located the suspect at a convenience store, where he was fou...

HOUSTON, TX – A two-alarm fire damaged multiple units at an apartment complex in Houston during yesterday evening. https://youtu.be/6u1yYAuhbfw The fire was reported around 7:40 p.m. at the Quail Creek Apartments located at 7835 Grow Lane. The Houston Fire Department responded to reports of fire and smoke and arrived to find heavy smoke coming from a second-floor unit, with initial reports that someone may have been trapped. Firefighters entered in fire attack and rescue mode and conducted a primary search, but no victims were found inside and no injuries were reported. Approximately 60 to 70 firefighters, paramedics, EMTs, and command staff responded to the scene. Firefighters established a water supply after laying approximately 600 feet of 5-inch hose. The fire was abo...

HOUSTON, TX – Viewer video shows a vehicle on fire along the 610 feeder near MLK earlier this morning around 2 a.m. Both the Houston Police Department and Houston Fire Department responded to the scene. Firefighters were able to extinguish the flames. According to our viewer, the vehicle was believed to have been abandoned.

HOUSTON, TX – A fire damaged the Sol Billares nightclub on Bellaire Boulevard in southwest Houston just before 4 a.m. https://youtu.be/VaI7lPbl968 The fire occurred at 5920 Bellaire Boulevard. According to the Houston Fire Department, Engine 51 and Ladder 51 arrived to find the nightclub filled with heavy smoke down to the floor. Crews initiated a fast interior attack, located the fire in the lounge area, and extinguished it. Firefighters conducted a primary search and confirmed the building was empty, with no injuries reported. The fire extended into a common area above the lounge due to the open layout and suspended ceiling. Approximately 30 to 40 personnel responded, including multiple engine and ladder companies, along with support units. Crews were able to prevent the fi...

HOUSTON, TX – A tanker truck overturned on the southbound lanes of Interstate 45 just south of Rankin, causing a significant traffic backup in the area. https://youtu.be/4XoKXOiMTA0 The cause of the crash and whether there are any injuries are unknown at this time. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot after forcing his way into a home following a disturbance in southwest Houston. https://youtu.be/dAkBztL7yPk The shooting occurred in the 4800 block of Ingomar. According to the Houston Police Department, officers with the Southwest Division responded to a call and found a large and complex scene involving two males. Police said both individuals were seen running down the street, with one male, described as a Black male possibly in his 20s wearing all black, appearing injured with blood on his head. He reportedly went door to door before forcing entry into a residence by kicking in the door. During the forced entry, the homeowner shot the male multiple times. He was transported to a hospital in critical condition. The second individual, describ...

HOUSTON, TX – A leaking industrial-style barrel found near a downtown intersection was determined to likely contain cooking grease, according to Constable Alan Rosen’s Office. https://youtu.be/8V1MsB2r9x0 The barrel was located in a parking lot near the intersection of Preston and Travis, and the liquid made its way into the street. The Harris County Constable Precinct 1 Environmental Crimes team responded to the call, along with the Houston Police Department and Houston Fire Department. Several streets were shut down to traffic until it was determined safe by HFD Hazmat. Officials also stated there is no hazard to the public, and a full cleanup is underway.

HOUSTON, TX – Fans welcomed the Houston Cougars back to the University of Houston after their win over Texas A&M to advance to the Sweet 16. https://youtu.be/pxkHPI0Aar8 The team returned overnight from Oklahoma City following the victory. Houston will face Illinois in the next round on Thursday, March 26, at the Toyota Center.

HOUSTON, TX – A fatal crash was reported along the North Freeway in Houston. https://youtu.be/wMfF7dLSuNA The crash occurred around 4:14 a.m. in the 3500 block of the North Freeway. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.