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A Galveston County jury convicted Rigoberto Argueta‑Sontay in the July 2025 stabbing death of his roommate and partner and sentenced him to 35 years in prison.
A major crash at Veterans Memorial Drive and T.C. Jester left multiple people treated and closed lanes; deputies urged motorists to expect delays and follow updates.
Houston police say an adult man was found dead Friday in the 4300 block of Cinnabar; detectives are interviewing two men who remained at the scene.
Homicide detectives are investigating after a body was found at 2700 Woodland Park Drive in Westchase; details remain unclear and investigators have asked for tips.
Harris County warns residents about callers posing as bank reps who ask for verification codes that can let thieves access accounts. Hang up and verify with your bank.
A man was found shot and killed Friday on Bandlon Drive in Houston's Alief neighborhood. Police responded after a reported burglary and homicide detectives were on scene.
Dozens of volunteers and county investigators returned to the Calder Road area in League City on June 12 in a search tied to recent indictments in the long‑running Texas Killing Fields probe.
Houston Police say Rickey Brown is wanted after about 2,200 cubic feet of trash was dumped on Hamblen Road; a trailer plate and tip line were released.
HPD’s Robbery Division released images after an April 29 aggravated robbery in the 1600 block of Post Oak Blvd and is asking for tips. Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000.
HPD released surveillance stills after a May 19 service-station robbery on the Katy Freeway. Tipsters who contact Crime Stoppers directly may be eligible for up to $5,000.
A federal suit says Meneses Law coached Spanish‑speaking clients into false VAWA abuse petitions and charged thousands. The firm denies the claims as litigation begins in Houston federal court.
Houston police say an officer fired and struck a suspect near Westheimer and Briargreen; the suspect was hospitalized and no officers were injured. Investigation is ongoing.
Houston police announced a media briefing after an officer-involved shooting in the 2200 block of Briarview Drive. Officials have released few details so far.
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