Preliminary tallies show 97 U.S. officers died in 2025 — the first year under 100 since 1943. Houston leaders call the milestone 'monumental' even as families mourn.

A convicted felon was arrested after two businesses on Huffmeister Road were robbed; deputies say a business owner fired at the suspect and he was later treated for a gunshot wound.

A man in his 20s was found dead inside a vehicle on West Road near Telge Road on New Year's Eve. Deputies are seeking surveillance footage and tips as the homicide probe continues.

A New Year's Eve pursuit in Humble left two deputies injured and damaged patrol cars after a suspect allegedly struck multiple vehicles and was arrested.

Three teenagers were arrested after deputies say they robbed and shot at a 17-year-old in the Katy area. Authorities say the victim was unharmed and all suspects face aggravated-robbery charges.

Five people were shot at a large New Year's Eve party in Houston's Third Ward; the incident is under investigation, with limited cooperation from witnesses.

Skeletal remains were found at 10100 Minnesota Street, Houston, with an ongoing investigation as the community awaits identification and cause of death.

A DPS helicopter was temporarily blinded by a laser during a manhunt in Houston. The suspect was detained, and authorities highlighted the dangers and legal consequences of laser strikes on aircraft.

Skeletal remains found at 10100 Minnesota Street in Houston; police are investigating, and the identity and cause of death are pending forensic analysis.

Phillip Shumate, 81, died after a medical emergency while in custody at the Harris County Jail. HPD and the sheriff’s internal affairs unit are investigating and an autopsy is pending.

Constable deputies arrested Adrianna Guida for evading arrest following a car chase after a routine traffic stop in Harris County, as reported by Constable Mark Herman's office.

During a traffic stop in Harris County, Amber Ard was arrested for driving a stolen vehicle and had an open warrant for Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle.

Houston Police engaged in a shootout with a suspect during a high-speed chase, with body camera footage capturing the incident. The suspect was hospitalized and charged with attempted murder of officers.