Judge Denies Bond for Man Accused of Setting Deadly Cypresswood Apartment Fire
NO BOND: A judge denied bond for Matthew Atwater, the man accused of starting a deadly fire at the Cypresswood Apartments. Prosecutors said he gave conflicting accounts of the apartment fire that killed his brother. Court testimony alleges Atwater admitted pouring kerosene throughout the apartment and intentionally setting the fire before leaving with personal belongings. […]
CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY AT TRU HOTEL
CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY AT TRU HOTEL Constable Deputies responded to the Tru Hotel located in the 27200 block of the Northwest Freeway in reference to an unknown medical call. Upon arrival, deputies located an adult male inside a hotel room suffering from a gunshot wound. The male was pronounced deceased at the scene. Homicide […]
Baytown Police Seek Help Identifying Man After Reported Explicit Video Chat With Minors
Baytown Police are investigating a reported incident involving a man who appeared on the video-chatting platform OmegleTV while a group of 12 year-old girls was using the app. According to the minors, they were talking to the man when he allegedly displayed explicit behavior on camera and made inappropriate requests. The girls stated that the […]
20-Year-Old Woman Shot in Neck After Gunfire Outside Southeast Houston Business
A 20 year-old woman is in stable condition after being shot in the neck today after shots were fired outside a business along the Gulf Fwy. near Telephone Rd. and S. Lockwood Dr. in southeast Houston. Police said the woman was sitting in the back seat of a vehicle parked next to a white SUV. […]
Why Summer Is One of the Best Times to Buy a Manufactured Home
For many Texans, summer is the season for making big life decisions. School is out, families have more flexibility to move, and longer daylight hours make it easier to tour homes, compare floor plans, and prepare for a fresh start before fall arrives. If you’ve been thinking about purchasing a home, summer can be one […]
A Roof Inspection Can Save You Later
July is when hurricane season begins to ramp up along the Texas Gulf Coast. While major storms can develop at any point during the season, August and September are typically the most active months. That makes July the ideal time for homeowners to inspect their roofs and address small issues before they become costly emergencies. […]
Beat the Houston Heat with Summer Essentials from Arne’s
Summer in Houston means backyard barbecues, pool parties, family reunions, birthdays, and neighborhood gatherings. Whether you’re hosting a celebration or simply enjoying time outdoors with friends and family, having the right supplies can make planning easier. Arne’s Warehouse has everything you need to make your summer events fun, organized, and memorable—all in one place. Backyard […]
20-Year-Old Woman Arrested and Charged in Fatal Southwest Freeway Crash
20 year-old Niya Esther Maman has been arrested and charged following the fatal crash reported over the weekend on Southwest Freeway. The crash happened around 1:45 AM on July 19 in the 6000 block of Southwest Freeway. HPD said a blue Acura RSX lost its front bumper while traveling northbound. The 27 year-old driver pulled […]
𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗪 𝗔𝗧𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗗 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗙𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗡𝗬 𝗠𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗬 𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗘
𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗪 𝗔𝗧𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗗 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗙𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗡𝗬 𝗠𝗨𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗬 𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗘 Matthew Atwater has been charged with Felony Murder with Arson, following the deadly apartment fire early this morning at the Cypresswood Apartments, located at 4607 Cypresswood. Investigators allege Atwater intentionally set fire to the apartment after arguing with family members. His brother, 40 year-old Andrew […]
ADDITIONAL CHARGES FILED AGAINST CODY LAVIOLETTE
ADDITIONAL CHARGES FILED AGAINST CODY LAVIOLETTE Additional felony charges have been filed on 36 year-old Cody Allen Laviolette as authorities continue investigating the suspicious death of Kelly Taylor Mariah Little, a mother of three who died back on May 23, 2026. Polk County Sheriff’s Office, multiple witnesses have provided information that led investigators to examine […]
Convicted Harris County Murderer Captured in Brooklyn After Years on the Run
Convicted murderer and fugitive Elvio Mancebowas captured in Brooklyn, New York. Mancebo was charged with capital murder in Harris County in 2017. He later fled after failing to appear for sentencing in 2023. Thanks to outstanding teamwork among federal and local law enforcement agencies, Mancebo is now back in custody. Agencies involved include the U.S. […]
Breaking: 2 Shot Inside Kroger in Cypress Area, Suspect Detained
2 people were shot inside a Kroger store located on Cypresswood Dr, in the Cypress area of northwest Harris County. Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office and other agencies including DPS and HCSO are on the scene. Shots were fired inside the store. 2 victims have been reported, though the exact number of victims and […]