California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized Texas and Republican policies amid rising violence, highlighting Houston’s soaring murder rates in a pointed political jab, according to the Houston Chronicle.
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FBI agents raided a Houston ministry building Thursday as part of a multi-state investigation into abuse allegations against religious leaders, officials confirmed. The probe spans several states, targeting systemic misconduct.
A Houston couple and their teen son were arrested, accused of committing six robberies, police reported. Authorities say the family targeted multiple locations in a recent crime spree. Investigations are ongoing.
Authorities in Houston have linked suspects involved in a series of home invasions to a transnational crime crew. Investigations are ongoing as officials work to dismantle the network, ABC13 Houston reports.
Houston police have arrested a suspect in connection with the recent shooting of a teenager. Charges have been filed as the investigation continues. More details to follow. (FOX 26 Houston)
Houston’s Third Ward is shaken after a man was fatally shot outside a local business. Family and neighbors express grief and call for justice as authorities investigate the deadly incident.
Former President Trump condemned violence in Washington, D.C., yet his supporters violently stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6. The Houston Chronicle examines the stark contrast between his statements and the events.
A woman was injured in a random attack caught on camera at a Southwest Houston plaza, FOX 26 reports. Authorities are investigating the incident as they seek the suspect. The victim’s condition is currently unknown.
A Houston “jugging” gang member received a major sentence for a Dallas crime, KDFW reports. The conviction highlights ongoing efforts to combat targeted robberies across Texas cities.
A woman was killed and a man injured in a double shooting in Southeast Houston, authorities report. Police are investigating the incident, but no arrests have been made. The victims’ conditions remain critical.
Data reveals a rise in major crimes in the METRO jurisdiction following two possibly linked shootings, police say. Authorities are investigating the incidents as part of a broader uptick in violent crime—ABC13 Houston.
ICE has arrested over 200 illegal alien child sex offenders in the Houston area in the past six months, according to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The crackdown highlights ongoing efforts to protect vulnerable communities.
A Houston DMV employee has been accused of accepting bribes in a car title laundering scheme, officials say. The investigation highlights ongoing efforts to combat fraud in vehicle registrations.
Houston police are searching for a 64-year-old serial burglar linked to multiple break-ins in the Heights and Montrose neighborhoods. Authorities urge residents to stay vigilant and report suspicious activity.
Houston police response times have improved for certain crimes, according to recent data. However, response times for homicides remain unchanged, highlighting ongoing challenges in critical case dispatching.
Houston has launched a new Homeland Security Task Force aimed at combating transnational crime. The initiative focuses on enhancing coordination between federal, state, and local agencies to strengthen regional security and disrupt criminal networks.
Houston authorities, aided by a new ICE task force targeting the “worst of the worst,” arrested six undocumented immigrants with a combined 48 criminal convictions, KHOU reports. The operation underscores increased enforcement efforts.
Crime reports to Houston police have declined since 2023, city records reveal. Officials are investigating reasons behind the drop amid ongoing efforts to boost community trust and public safety.
Six migrants arrested in Houston have been convicted of 48 criminal offenses, authorities report. The convictions highlight ongoing concerns about crime linked to immigration enforcement efforts in the area.
A recent Houston Chronicle poll reveals a growing number of Houstonians are choosing to stay indoors at night due to rising crime concerns, highlighting community worries about safety after dark.