Huntsville Happens

CROCKETT — City officials are responding to a rise in social media posts about red or discolored water, assuring residents that while the issue is understandably alarming, the water remains safe to drink. City Administrator John Angerstein said staff members have seen recent online concerns and want to explain both the cause of the discoloration […]

Huntsville Police Shift Report Date Range: May 8–10, 2026 📋 Incident Reports Traffic Accidents & Calls Arrests Important Notice: All arrested and indicted suspects are innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. The information on this page should never be used for the purposes of conducting a background check or determining the credibility […]

By Staff Writer Huntsville, Texas- After recent heavy downpours in the Huntsville area, local wildlife has become more active. Residents are reminded to use caution when traveling or walking near roadways, as animal including snakes and turtle often emerge after significant rainfall to seek warmth and dry ground. Early this morning, a River Cooter Turtle […]

By Staff Writer Walker County EMS released its April 2026 activity report, detailing a busy month of emergency responses and emphasizing the importance of rapid intervention for life‑threatening conditions. Between April 1 and April 30, EMS crews responded to 807 incidents and made 858 patient contacts, continuing their commitment to high‑quality care across the county. […]

Walker County • May 5–7, 2026 Below are the most recent arrests reported by the Walker County Jail. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. May 7–8, 2026 Arrests Rachel Rena MayoWF, 5’02”, 151 lbsCharge: Fraud Use/Possession of Identifying Info (<5 items)Agency: HPDBond: $3,000 Surety Sergio Valdez JrWM, 5’05”, […]

HUNTSVILLE, Texas — The rumble of motorcycles will carry a different weight on Monday, May 18, as riders from across the region gather to honor the life and service of Placido Christopher “Bravo” Bravo, Jr., a Navy veteran, American Legion Rider, and beloved brother of the road who passed away on May 2 at the […]

WILLIS, Texas — The Willis Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying two suspects believed to be involved in recent theft activity. Investigators released surveillance images showing two men connected to the ongoing cases and are urging anyone who recognizes them to come forward. “If you recognize either of these individuals, please contact […]

By Staff Writer HUNTSVILLE, Texas – Nine people were arrested across Houston, San Antonio and East Texas following a months-long investigation into what officials describe as a large-scale criminal operation responsible for smuggling contraband — including illegal narcotics — into a Texas state prison. The Texas Board of Criminal Justice’s Office of Inspector General (OIG), […]

Shift Report 05/05/26 – 05/07/26 REPORTS Call Received Day/Date/Time 5/5/2026 – 0915 Incident Number 26016265 Call Type O-CRIM Location 560 FM 2821W Comments Unknown suspect threatened to distribute intimate photographs online. Call Received Day/Date/Time 5/5/2026 0800 Incident Number 26027199 Call Type SRO Documentation Location 800 Blk University Ave Comments A complainant wanted assistance with an […]

By Lance Lowry Anderson, Texas — SpaceX has filed plans for a multi‑billion‑dollar semiconductor manufacturing complex at the former Gibbons Creek coal plant site in Grimes County, marking one of the most ambitious industrial proposals in Texas history. From Coal to Compute The 6,000‑acre property, once home to the Texas Municipal Power Agency’s Gibbons Creek […]

11-22-24 Friday 600 block State Hey 75 NMinor accident 100 Block IH 45 SMinor accident Sam Houston & MontgomeryMinor Accident 200 block FM 247Terroristic Threat 1900 block of 20th StTerroristic Threat 200 block FM 247Burglary of vehicle 3100 Winding WayBurglary of vehicle 2800 Block Lake RdAccident (vehicle fled) 11-23-2024 Saturday State Hwy 30 W & […]

11-23-3024 Saturday Arrest: LOYA, BRANDON LEE (age 26) White  Male  5′ 8″   178 lbs Public intoxication  SHSU-PD WOOD, BRANDI MICHELLE (age 41) White  Female  5′ 5″   115 lbs EXPIRED MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION NO INSURANCE NO LICENSE PLATE WCSO MYERS, JAMES CHRISTOPHE (age 41) White  Male  5′ 7″   130 lbs Public intoxication  Violation of bond: protective order HPD WATKINS, ANGELA GINNEAL (age 43) Black  Female  5′ 3″ […]

Arrest 11-22-2024 Vieyra Enriquez, Alexis E (age22)White  Male  5′ 10″   175 lbsDriving while intoxicatedHPD CLARK, CARLTON DALE (age 43)White  Male  6′ 5″   220 lbsPOSS CS PG 1/1-B >=4G<200WCSO THOMAS-HOOVER, JOSEPH (age 29)White  Male  6′ 2″   215 lbsFAIL TO COMPLY SEX OFFENDED REGISTRATIONFAIL TO COMPLY SEX OFFENDED REGISTRATIONWCSO MILLER, KENNETH WAYNE (age 46)Black  Male  5′ 10″   130 lbsESCAPE WHILE ARRESTEDWCSO GARCIA, HAVEN NYCHOLLE (age 30) Black  Female  5′ 3″   100 lbsFRAUD […]

Huntsville Police Blotter 11-21-2024 3100 Block Clay CircleBurglary of Vehicles 1200 Block of State Hwy 75Minor Accident 2000 block of State Hwy 30Burglary of Building 1700 Block of 11th StAccident (FSGI vehicle fled scene) Sam Houston & Palm StAccident (no injuries) Pine Shadows Dr & State Hwy 75 NAccident (no injuries) 200 Block of State […]

Arrest for 11-20-2024: GIDDENS, KENNETH EUGENE (age 62)Black Male 5′ 5″ 200 lbsHARASSMENTHPD Stike, Chadwick Wayne (age 43)White Male 5′ 10″ 200 lbsTERRORISTIC THREATHPD EASON, WILLIAM JESSE, III (34)White Male 5′ 9″ 190 lbsExpired drivers licenseWCSO SORIA, MANUEL FRANK, Sr. (Age 55)White Male 5′ 9″ 200 lbsDRIVING WHILE INTOXICATEDDPS GOMEZ, ALAN AMICLAR (age 20)White Male […]