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Firefighters battle warehouse blaze involving lithium and lead acid batteries in East Downtown
Texas

Firefighters battle warehouse blaze involving lithium and lead acid batteries in East Downtown

HOUSTON, TX – HFD firefighters responded Wednesday afternoon to a fire at a warehouse on Milby Street in the East Downtown area. Photo Courtesy of HFD According to officials, the warehouse stores lithium and lead acid batteries. Although there is no hazard to the public at this time, authorities are asking the public to give crews space as they work to bring the fire under control. More information will follow if it becomes available.
James Olvera Jr. charged in fatal stabbing of roommate on Roe Drive
Texas

James Olvera Jr. charged in fatal stabbing of roommate on Roe Drive

HOUSTON, TX – Charges have been filed against a man arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of his roommate at a residence located at 3015 Roe Drive. The incident occurred around 10:15 a.m. on September 10. Houston Police Department patrol officers responded to a welfare check and found 53-year-old David Carrion unresponsive inside the home. He was pronounced deceased at the scene by Houston Fire Department paramedics. Following an investigation, HPD Homicide Division identified Carrion’s roommate, 29-year-old James Olvera Jr., as the suspect. Olvera was arrested on September 16 and has been charged with murder and tampering with evidence in the 178th Criminal District Court. He was booked into the Harris County Jail without further incident. Anyone with information ...
Houston firefighter Stephen Scott dies after on-duty medical emergency
Texas

Houston firefighter Stephen Scott dies after on-duty medical emergency

HOUSTON, TX – The Houston Fire Department is mourning the loss of Firefighter Paramedic Stephen Scott, who passed away on Tuesday following an on-duty medical emergency that occurred on Sunday. Scott began his career with the department in 1997 and had been assigned to Station 102 in Kingwood since 2008. Prior to that, he served at Station 9 on Hogan Street. In addition to his frontline duties, Scott also managed HFD's Base Station services operated by SETRAC, helping coordinate ambulance traffic across the Houston region to ensure patients were directed to hospitals with available resources. “Firefighter Scott was a dedicated member of this team, and will be missed by the HFD family,” said Fire Chief Thomas Muñoz. “His legacy is one of hard work, honor, and service to his commun...
Gunshot fired during fight in parking lot of Fairfield High School
California, Texas

Gunshot fired during fight in parking lot of Fairfield High School

FAIRFIELD, CA – A gunshot was fired during an after-school fight in the parking lot of Fairfield High School at approximately 3:34 p.m., according to the Fairfield Police Department. File Photo (August 2025) Three officers arrived within 60 seconds of the initial report, followed by additional officers who secured the campus. Preliminary findings indicate that at least one shot was fired at an occupied vehicle involved in the altercation. At this time, there are no reported injuries related to the gunfire. Officers remain on scene conducting an active investigation. Police confirm there is no ongoing threat to students or after-school activities.
Two 18-year-olds arrested for shoplifting at Target with 15-year-old
Texas

Two 18-year-olds arrested for shoplifting at Target with 15-year-old

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Harris County Precinct 2 deputies arrested two 18-year-old females and a 15-year-old juvenile after a reported theft at the Target store located at 1801 W. Bay Area Boulevard. The incident occurred on September 11, 2025, after deputies responded to a call regarding individuals detained by store asset protection. Upon arrival, deputies identified the adult suspects as Silvia Garcia and Aaliyah Morelos, both 18 years old. According to asset protection, Garcia, Morelos, and the 15-year-old juvenile entered the store together, concealed merchandise, and exited without paying. Deputies contacted the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, which accepted theft charges. Garcia and Morelos were booked into the Harris County Jail without incident. The 15-year-old ...
Metro bus gets stuck under I-10 bridge in construction zone
Texas

Metro bus gets stuck under I-10 bridge in construction zone

HOUSTON, TX – A Metro Houston bus became stuck under the I-10 bridge at Studemont late Tuesday evening after reportedly jumping a curb in a construction area. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. and was observed by one of our viewers, who also sent in photos from the scene. According to the viewer, the bus may have had a flat tire and was unable to move from its position under the bridge. It is currently unknown whether there were any riders on board at the time of the incident. No injuries have been reported, but that information has not been confirmed. Studemont was closed in both directions as a heavy wrecker worked to remove the bus. More information will follow if it becomes available. More information will follow if it becomes available.
Trooper Jerry Wayne Adamick Jr. dies in San Jacinto County crash
Texas

Trooper Jerry Wayne Adamick Jr. dies in San Jacinto County crash

AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announced the death of Highway Patrol Trooper Jerry Wayne Adamick Jr., 44, following a traffic crash in San Jacinto County. According to DPS, Trooper Adamick was driving on FM 945 South around 9:15 p.m. on Sept. 15 when he was responding to assist law enforcement partners with an emergency call. His vehicle left the roadway, struck a tree, and caught fire. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. The crash remains under investigation. "Our hearts are broken today," DPS Colonel Freeman F. Martin said. "Trooper Adamick bravely served our country for many years, and we were proud to have him choose to continue his service as part of the DPS family. He had so much life ahead of him, and today we grieve with his family and friends."...
Body found in White Oak Bayou near Taylor Street
Houston

Body found in White Oak Bayou near Taylor Street

HOUSTON, TX – A body was found in White Oak Bayou near Taylor Street Tuesday afternoon. https://youtu.be/L8lnAOL9LNU Details surrounding the discovery are unknown at this time. More information will follow if it becomes available.
Overturned truck, diesel spill shuts down IH-610 North Loop westbound at IH-45 North Freeway
Houston

Overturned truck, diesel spill shuts down IH-610 North Loop westbound at IH-45 North Freeway

HOUSTON, TX – A major crash involving an overturned heavy-duty truck shut down the westbound lanes of IH-610 North Loop at the IH-45 North Freeway interchange Tuesday afternoon. According to the Lt. Garza with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the truck lost its load of gravel and a diesel spill was also reported at the scene. All westbound lanes were closed, and traffic was heavily backed up in the area. https://twitter.com/hcso_terrygarza/status/1968047815998804309?s=46&t=qpHXKRrodumlvlidNEoopw
Deputy rescues unconscious driver from burning vehicle after major crash on FM 1960
Harris County

Deputy rescues unconscious driver from burning vehicle after major crash on FM 1960

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – An unconscious driver was pulled from a burning vehicle by a deputy following a major crash in the 300 block of FM 1960 Road near the North Freeway. https://youtu.be/HwDwRJpNNJQ According to Constable Mark Herman, Precinct 4, the deputy safely extracted the unconscious driver after the vehicle caught fire during the crash. Emergency crews responded to the scene, and eastbound lanes of FM 1960 were temporarily shut down. The scene has since been cleared. More information will follow if it becomes available.