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05/29/2026

🚨🚨 LIVE COVERAGE IN GALVESTON AS FIRST RESPONDERS RESCUE THE STUDENTS TRAPPED AT PLEASURE PIER 🚨🚨

🚨 BREAKING GALVESTON 🚨Several people are currently stuck on the Iron Shark roller coaster at Galveston Island Historic P...
05/29/2026

🚨 BREAKING GALVESTON 🚨

Several people are currently stuck on the Iron Shark roller coaster at Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, reportedly suspended nearly 100 feet above the ground over the Gulf waters. 🎢

Witnesses say the ride suddenly stopped mid-operation, leaving riders stranded high in the air as emergency crews respond to the scene.

At this time, no injuries have been reported and it is unclear what caused the malfunction.

This is a developing situation and updates will be posted as more information becomes available.

📍Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

📸 ABC 13
HTX Media Chief Reporter Steevo

🚨 MAN ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGED THREATS & PROPERTY DAMAGE 🚨Is it just me or lately these mugshots been giving strong “I ign...
05/28/2026

🚨 MAN ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGED THREATS & PROPERTY DAMAGE 🚨

Is it just me or lately these mugshots been giving strong “I ignored every warning sign possible” energy? 🤦‍♂️😂

On May 25, 2026, deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office responded to the 25900 block of Balsamwood Drive in reference to a disturbance call.

After conducting an investigation, deputies say the suspect, Charles James Guevara Jr., allegedly made verbal threats and caused property damage involving people known to him.

Charles James Guevara Jr. was arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail for Terroristic Threat.

Authorities say his bond was set at $100.00 out of County Court 6.

Some people really out here turning minor arguments into a mugshot speedrun. 😭

HTX Media Chief Reporter Steevo

🚨 CAR THIEF REALLY SAID “CTRL+C, CTRL+V” ON A VEHICLE KEY 😭🔑🚗On May 23, 2026, deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Offi...
05/28/2026

🚨 CAR THIEF REALLY SAID “CTRL+C, CTRL+V” ON A VEHICLE KEY 😭🔑🚗

On May 23, 2026, deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office responded to the 11200 block of Veterans Memorial Drive after reports of a suspicious person allegedly breaking into vehicles.

When deputies arrived, they made contact with Alejandro Padilla, who apparently thought he was auditioning for “Fast & Furious: Temu Edition.” 😩

Investigators say Padilla had open warrants AND was allegedly caught with a key reader/cloning device while actively trying to clone a vehicle key right there on scene. Deputies say the device was being used in an attempt to steal a vehicle.

Padilla was arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail on charges including:
• Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
• Unlawful Use of a Criminal Instrument
• Open warrants

Authorities say his total bond was set at $30,100 through the 230th District Court and County Court 16.

Moral of this story: if your “career path” requires a key cloning machine in a parking lot… it might be time to update the résumé. 💀

📸 Constable Mark Herman
HTX Media Chief Reporter Steevo

🚨🚨UPDATE: Young woman arrested finds the arresting officer allegedly posting her personal information on Snapchat. That ...
05/28/2026

🚨🚨UPDATE: Young woman arrested finds the arresting officer allegedly posting her personal information on Snapchat. That officer has since been suspended.

A Montgomery County Precinct 5 deputy has been suspended after allegations surfaced that he shared pictures of an arrestee, including a photo of her driver’s license, on Snapchat following a traffic stop and arrest.

🚨 EAST HARRIS COUNTY FATAL SHOOTING; FAMILY SEARCHING FOR ANSWERS 🚨As first reported by Grizzy's Hood News, deputies res...
05/28/2026

🚨 EAST HARRIS COUNTY FATAL SHOOTING; FAMILY SEARCHING FOR ANSWERS 🚨

As first reported by Grizzy's Hood News, deputies responded early Tuesday morning, May 25, 2026, to the 1300 block of Patch Road in East Harris County after a man was found shot to death inside a dark gray SUV.

According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, investigators say a Hispanic male in his 30s and another individual were inside the vehicle when the shooting occurred.
Authorities believe the two possibly knew each other.

The victim’s family says they are devastated and searching for answers, describing him as someone who always helped others and was deeply loved by those around him.

HTX Media plans to speak live directly with the victim’s family tomorrow evening as they continue seeking justice for their loved one.

This remains an active and ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Division immediately.

📸 Grizzy's Hood News
HTX Media Chief Reporter Steevo

Here is the official GoFundMe for 11-year-old Joshua Lahai, who tragically lost his life this past weekend at Surfside B...
05/27/2026

Here is the official GoFundMe for 11-year-old Joshua Lahai, who tragically lost his life this past weekend at Surfside Beach.

Please keep his family, friends, and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time. 💙

https://gofund.me/dce08e211

HTX Media Chief Reporter Steevo

🚨 POTTER COUNTY TEXAS JAIL FILES 🚨Well… somebody’s weekend plans got canceled real quick. 👀47-year-old Isabel Games-Beni...
05/27/2026

🚨 POTTER COUNTY TEXAS JAIL FILES 🚨

Well… somebody’s weekend plans got canceled real quick. 👀

47-year-old Isabel Games-Benitez was arrested in Potter County on May 17, 2026, and charged with unlawful restraint of a person less than 17 years of age, according to jail records.

Authorities set her bond at $5,000.

Moral of the story: if people wanna leave… let them leave. 😬

As always, all suspects are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

📸 Amarillo Mugshots
HTX Media Chief Reporter Steevo

05/27/2026
05/27/2026

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🚨 MISSING CHILD ALERT — CONROE, TEXAS 🚨15-year-old James Saravia has been reported missing out of Conroe, Texas.James wa...
05/27/2026

🚨 MISSING CHILD ALERT — CONROE, TEXAS 🚨

15-year-old James Saravia has been reported missing out of Conroe, Texas.
James was last seen on May 22, 2026.
Authorities and family members are asking the public to help spread the word as the search continues.

🔹 NCMEC Case #: 2089105
🔹 NCIC #: M148940769

If you have any information regarding James Saravia’s whereabouts, contact the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office immediately at (936) 538-5900 or call the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).

Every share matters and could help bring James home safely. 🙏

📸 Missing Child Alert
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