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Walk for Peace: Buddhist monks and their dog Aloka stop at Wat Phouthasamakhy Lao in Houston

18Nov

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Houston, National

Walk for Peace: Buddhist monks and their dog Aloka stop at Wat Phouthasamakhy Lao in Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Buddhist monks participating in the 2,300-mile Walk for Peace stopped at Wat Phouthasamakhy Lao in Houston for lunch today as part of their ongoing journey from Fort Worth to Washington, D.C. Video shows the monks arriving at the temple with their dog, Aloka, spending time on-site and then continuing their walk as they resumed the next segment of their route. https://youtu.be/Sra2SwAIrlM According to organizers, approximately two dozen monks are traveling on foot during the 110-day pilgrimage, which is intended to promote unity, compassion and national healing. The walk began October 26 at the Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center in Fort Worth and will span 10 states before concluding at the U.S. Capitol on February 13, 2026. The Houston stop is one of several planne...

Man shot while fleeing argument after multiple suspects opened fire

18Nov

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Harris County, Houston

Man shot while fleeing argument after multiple suspects opened fire

HOUSTON, TX – Harris County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a weapons disturbance around 9:30 p.m. Monday night in the 14700 block of North Freeway, where they found that a victim drove to a Jack in the Box parking lot after being shot. He was found with a gunshot wound to his back and transported to a local medical facility, where he is reported to be in stable condition. https://youtu.be/5WXJmXFyyaE Investigators later determined the shooting occurred nearby in the 500 block of West Airtex. Video showed a verbal disturbance involving four males and the victim. As the victim drove away, multiple suspects opened fire, striking his vehicle and injuring him. Deputies stated they have possible known suspects in the case. No weapons have been recovered, and the shooter fled on foot....

Man driving wrong way killed in head-on crash on West Loop North entrance ramp

17Nov

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Houston

Man driving wrong way killed in head-on crash on West Loop North entrance ramp

HOUSTON, TX – Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 700 West Loop North (West Interstate Highway 610 North) about 12:55 a.m. earlier today. https://youtu.be/kdsHX3QI5f8 A maroon Lexus ES350 was traveling the wrong way on the southbound entrance ramp when it collided head-on with a white Toyota Sienna. Houston Fire Department pronounced the 38-year-old Lexus driver deceased at the scene. The driver of the Toyota was transported to a hospital in stable condition. The identity of the deceased male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. The investigation is ongoing.

Investigation underway after person transported to hospital following major motorcycle crash

16Nov

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Harris County, Houston

Investigation underway after person transported to hospital following major motorcycle crash

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Harris County Precinct 4 Constable deputies are investigating a major vehicle crash involving a motorcycle in the 10200 block of Cypresswood Drive. https://youtu.be/rxGxl6bYaNI One victim was transported by EMS to a local hospital. Investigators were called to the scene, but further details have not yet been released.

Motorcyclist killed after crashing into stolen backhoe on SH 249

16Nov

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Houston

Motorcyclist killed after crashing into stolen backhoe on SH 249

HOUSTON, TX – A motorcyclist was pronounced deceased after a two-vehicle failure to stop and render aid crash on State Highway 249 near the Greens Road entry ramp. https://youtu.be/39IneiitTk8 Around 1:15 a.m., a motorcycle traveling along the southbound lanes struck the rear of a backhoe excavator. The backhoe is suspected to have been stolen or lifted from a nearby construction site. After the collision, the backhoe continued into a grassy area where it was abandoned. The suspect operating the backhoe fled the scene and remains at large. Investigators said the motorcycle driver died at the scene. The identity of the deceased has not yet been confirmed. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Fire damages previously burned vacant building at Happy Home Apartments

16Nov

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Houston

Fire damages previously burned vacant building at Happy Home Apartments

HOUSTON, TX – Firefighters responded to a blaze at the Happy Home Apartments on Club Creek around 1:02 a.m. https://youtu.be/v9FD4617hx0 Crews arrived to find a two-story apartment building with heavy fire on both the first and second floors. Firefighters quickly determined the structure had previously burned and was vacant. Handlines were deployed for an initial offensive attack before crews transitioned to defensive operations. The fire was successfully contained and prevented from spreading to nearby buildings. No occupants were affected. A minor water supply issue occurred due to a dead plug, but a working plug across the street was located without any meaningful delays. No firefighter injuries were reported.

Three injured after crash involving HPD patrol vehicle that was responding to a call in southwest Houston

16Nov

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Houston

Three injured after crash involving HPD patrol vehicle that was responding to a call in southwest Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Officers responded to a crash involving an HPD patrol vehicle and a civilian vehicle in the 10100 block of South Gessner late last night. https://youtu.be/1ZsBKh8uoTM Preliminary information indicates the civilian vehicle was traveling south on Gessner and attempted to turn left into an apartment complex when it collided with the northbound patrol unit. After the impact, the patrol vehicle went through the apartment gate and struck an apartment building. The driver and passenger of the patrol unit were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries. The driver of the civilian vehicle was also transported with minor injuries. DWI specialists are evaluating the civilian driver, and it is unknown if impairment is a factor. The patrol unit was on its way to a c...

Teen found by friend with gunshot wound on Sunflower Street

16Nov

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Houston

Teen found by friend with gunshot wound on Sunflower Street

HOUSTON, TX – A 17-year-old male was found with a gunshot wound to the right thigh at an apartment complex in the 5000 block of Sunflower Street. https://youtu.be/mJpFGHieWVg The victim was located around 10:50 p.m. after a friend found him outside the complex and brought him inside. He was in stable condition and transported to a hospital. Police said the teen was shot at an unknown location by an unknown suspect and then walked back to the complex, where he was found by his friend. No information on the suspect or where the shooting occurred is available at this time. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Man found fatally shot by friend at home in north Harris County

15Nov

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Harris County, Houston

Man found fatally shot by friend at home in north Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Harris County Sheriff’s Office Homicide detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred around 2 a.m. at a residence in the 210 block of West Canino in north Harris County https://youtu.be/UChSRifGiTc Deputies responded to an in-progress call and found a 41-year-old male deceased from an apparent gunshot wound to the upper torso. Detectives learned the victim had an ongoing dispute with another male who lives at the residence. The suspected shooter had been staying at the home off and on but had not been there for several days before arriving. He is not in custody. Two other individuals were inside the residence at the time and were not injured. Detectives believe they are related to the male who lives at the home but are not related to the victim...

Two injured after car crashes into braiding salon in northeast Houston

13Nov

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Houston

Two injured after car crashes into braiding salon in northeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Two people were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries after a car crashed into a building in northeast Houston Thursday afternoon. https://youtu.be/8S1z5ybw8UQ The incident occurred at the intersection of Lanewood and Tidwell, where two vehicles collided, causing one to strike the front of Lalla's African Hair Braiding, a salon located at 6502 Tidwell Road, after hitting a blue car. Both individuals suffered only minor injuries, according to an HPD sergeant at the scene.