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Beyond Outrageous: Pct. 4 Says DWI Driver was Over 4x Legal Limit!

HARRIS COUNTY, TX- On June 28, Deputies with Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office arrested a man after responding to citizen reports saying he was intoxicated and attempting to drive away. The incident occurred in the 15900 block of Kuykendahl Road. Upon arrival, Deputies quickl...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 1, 2026

Fire Marshal: Improper Fireworks Disposal Leads to Overnight Residential Fire, Injury

Improperly discarded fireworks are a leading cause of home fires after the celebration has ended. One resident was injured Tuesday evening when fire broke out just before Midnight at a home in the Porter area. Fire Crews from Montgomery County ESD 6 were dispatched to reports of...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 1, 2026

Traffic Alert: E. FM 1097 – Willis – Two Crashes

3:15 p.m. E. FM 1097 and Oakwood Ranch Drive – Wreck + secondary wreck that occurred as initial wreck was dispatched (One crash is an ATV rollover and the second crash is passenger vehicles)...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 1, 2026

New autopsy of a baby killed by police in Mississippi deepens outrage

A Mississippi family whose 1-year-old child was killed when police fired into a moving car offered evidence on Wednesday that they say challenges the officers' account that they were in danger when one opened fire.A second autopsy requested by the family of Kohen Wiley showed the...

KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)Jul 1, 2026

Southbound I-45 North at West Road closed after truck loses load

Drivers are being urged to avoid IH-45 North at West Road after a major truck incident forced a full closure of the southbound lanes, according to Houston TranStar.Authorities say a heavy truck lost its load around 1:39 p.m., prompting an emergency response as crews work to clear...

KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)Jul 1, 2026

Children found in 'deplorable' Ohio home were part of same family

The 16 children found living in “deplorable” conditions inside a small, delapidated rural Ohio home are part of the same family, officials said Wednesday.Authorities arrested four adults Tuesday on felony child endangerment charges after finding the children in the home. Some wer...

KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)Jul 1, 2026

Deputies Arrest Suspect, Seek Second in $30K Copper Theft at Wastewater Plant

HARRIS COUNTY, TX- An investigation into the theft of approximately $30,000 worth of copper from a wastewater treatment plant has led to one arrest, while authorities continue searching for a second suspect. Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office responded June 14 to the W...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 1, 2026

I45 CLOSED IN CONROE-DOWN TO ONE LANE

915AM A MAJOR ACCIDENT HAS I-45 SOUTHBOUND CLOSED AT CRIGHTON 915AM A MAJOR ACCIDENT HAS I-45 SOUTHBOUND CLOSED AT CRIGHTON

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 1, 2026

Actor and activist Danny Glover says he has Alzheimer’s disease

Actor and activist Danny Glover, best known for starring as an easygoing police officer in the “Lethal Weapon” franchise, has revealed he has Alzheimer’s disease.The four-time Emmy Award nominee, who turns 80 on July 22, told “Today” and People magazine that he was diagnosed with...

KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)Jul 1, 2026

NFL player Calais Campbell's brother is charged with murder after mother found dead

A brother of NFL player Calais Campbell has been charged with murder after police found their 71-year-old mother dead at her home in Atlanta during a welfare check. Arrest warrants say Nateal Campbell’s throat was cut and Ciarre Campbell was found in possession of a knife. Office...

KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)Jul 1, 2026

Victor Willis, who co-founded the Village People and co-wrote 'Y.M.C.A.,' dies at 74

Victor Willis, who co-founded the Village People, co-wrote the disco group's classic hits “Y.M.C.A.,” ″Macho Man” and “In the Navy,” and delighted crowds while dressed as the band's helmeted and mustachioed police officer, has died. He was 74.“We are profoundly sad to announce th...

KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)Jul 1, 2026

CPD Motor Officers Complete Advanced Training at Circuit of the Americas

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX- Last Friday, Conroe Police Department Motor Officers Thorp and Sain attended the High Speed Curve Negotiation course hosted by the Texas Department of Public Safety Capital Region Motor Unit at the Austin racetrack. The specialized training focused on impro...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 1, 2026

Teen Armed Robbery Suspect in Custody

HARRIS COUNTY, TX- Deputies with Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office arrested an aggravated robbery suspect and recovered a firearm shortly after a June 28 armed robbery in the 300 block of Airtex Drive. Initially, Deputies responded to the report. The victim told investigators...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 1, 2026

2 killed after overturned 18-wheeler crushes car, sparks fire on I-10 Katy Freeway

Two people are dead after an 18-wheeler overturned onto a vehicle, causing the car to catch fire Wednesday morning on the Katy Freeway, according to the Houston Police Department.The crash happened around 5 a.m. on the eastbound lanes of I-10 Katy Freeway near State Highway 6.Con...

KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)Jul 1, 2026

Fire in Belgian apartment block leaves at least 6 people dead, many injured

At least six people were killed and many others injured on Wednesday in a fire at an apartment block on the outskirts of the Belgian city of Antwerp, police said.The blaze was caused by a technical failure on the ground floor of the building, where more than 200 people live in 80...

KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)Jul 1, 2026

TWO FIRST RESPONDERS KILLED LAST WEEKEND-SLOW DOWN MOVE OVER

Two Texas first responders are dead after being struck by vehicles while working on the side of the road this past weekend. A Montgomery County sheriff’s deputy and a Mabank fire chief, who also held a role with the city’s police department, were both killed while directing traff...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 1, 2026

Turkey tightens security and showcases strength and commitment ahead of NATO summit

Turkey is rolling out sweeping security measures for next month’s NATO summit, deploying tens of thousands of police and placing air defenses on high alert, while banning public gatherings and imposing controversial restrictions on freedom of expression and assembly.That's meant ...

KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)Jul 1, 2026

NEW WAVERLY FOREST PRODUCTS SILO FIRE

1 AM-NEW WAVERLY AND NORTH MONTGOMERY COUNTY FIRE ARE RESPONDING TO A SILO FIRE-UNIVERSAL FOREST PRODUCTS FM 2793

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 1, 2026

PORTER HOUSE AND CARS ON FIRE

11:50 PM-HOUSE AND VEHICLE FULLY INVOLVED, ALONG WITH CIVILIAN INJURY HONEY SUCKLE AT FIRE FLY

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 1, 2026

Humble Police Announce New Top Cop

HARRIS COUNTY, TX- The Humble Police Department is proud to announce that Chief Kris Battenfield was officially sworn in today as the Chief of Police during a ceremony held at Humble City Hall. Surrounded by family, friends, city officials, fellow law enforcement officers, and co...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 1, 2026

INFURIATING: Busted on Hwy 59 for DWI #5!!!

HARRIS COUNTY, Tx— Deputies with Pct. 4 Constable Mark Herman’s Office arrested a four-time convicted DWI offender after a June 30 traffic stop. Pct. 4 Deputies stopped a vehicle in the 5500 block of Hwy 59 and identified the driver as 31-year-old Julio Espitia. During the stop, ...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJul 1, 2026

Montgomery Co. Pct. 5 deputy resigns after sharing arrestee photos on Snapchat

A Montgomery County Precinct 5 deputy has resigned after an internal investigation found he violated department policies by sharing protected information and operating his patrol vehicle in an unsafe manner.The Precinct 5 Constable’s Office announced Tuesday that its investigatio...

KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)Jul 1, 2026

Tragic Auto vs. Building in Atascocita

HARRIS COUNTY, TX- The unthinkable happened just after 3 p.m. Tuesday, when a vehicle crashed into the “Anything Bundt Cakes” storefront at 19250 Will Clayton Parkway, killing one person who was inside of the business. According to Atascocita Fire Department, EMS evaluated four o...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 30, 2026

BREAKING: Pursuit in MoCo *UPDATED*

4:10 p.m. The suspect turned onto FM 1486 and went to Weeren Road, where he stopped and was taken into custody. 4 p.m. A law enforcement pursuit has turned north from FM 1488 onto Hwy 249 northbound toward Grimes County. Please remain alert and move over if you see emergency ligh...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 30, 2026

290 CLOSED BETWEEN FM 1488 AND HEMPSTEAD CLOSED -MAJOR CRASH

315 PM-AN 18-WHEELER CONTAINER TRUCK WAS TRAVELING OUTBOUND ON US 290 WHEN HE STRUCK A CONCRETE WALL. THE DRIVER IS TRAPPED BETWEEN THE WALL AND THE CONTAINER HE WAS HAULING MAGNOLIA FIRE ASSISTING WALLER COUNTY FIRE-LIFE FLIGHT ENROUTE...

Montgomery County Police ReporterJun 30, 2026