Lake Houston

Houston Public Works lowering Lake Houston water levels ahead of rain

Lake Houston will be lowered ahead of expected rain in the area this weekend. and owners have been asked to secure property they may have along the shoreline.

February 9, 2024 4:44pm CST

SILVER ALERT issued for missing man, 83, last seen in northeast Houston

A SILVER ALERT has been issued for a missing man, 83, last seen in northeast Houston late Saturday afternoon.

November 27, 2022 2:02pm CST

3-foot alligator found at front door of Lake Houston home

Investigators did not disclose what the alligator wanted from the homeowners, but officers were able to capture it safely before releasing the alligator back into the wild.

July 30, 2022 11:51am CDT

Recovery efforts underway after 16-year-old drowns swimming in San Jacinto River

Officials say the 16-year-old was reportedly swimming back from one of the small islands back to the shore when his friends realized he was no longer with them.

July 3, 2022 12:45pm CDT

Houston area law enforcement warn consequences for 'Boating While Intoxicated'

Going out to the beach this weekend? Law enforcement has some boating safety tips for the upcoming holiday weekend.

May 20, 2022 4:39pm CDT