Houston ranks among the least safe cities in the U.S., with only six cities performing worse on a recent national safety list, according to the Houston Chronicle. The findings highlight ongoing public safety concerns in the city.
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Prosecutors allege a spike in car break-ins at Memorial Park led to thousands in fraudulent purchases at major Houston retailers. Authorities urge vigilance as investigations continue.
A Texas woman who threatened a judge overseeing a Trump criminal case has been sentenced to 27 months in prison, CBS News reports. The sentence highlights the judiciary’s intolerance for threats against legal officials.
A homeless man was assaulted in front of a South Post Oak store in Houston and later died at a hospital. Authorities are investigating the incident as they seek witnesses and information.
A Houston woman seeks justice after her father’s death in local woods, once a refuge turned crime scene. Authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. KHOU reports ongoing updates.
ICE Houston arrested over 1,500 criminal aliens, gang members, foreign fugitives, and immigration offenders during a 10-day operation, targeting public safety threats, officials announced.
A Gladewater police officer was arrested in connection to a child sex crimes investigation in Houston County. Authorities are continuing their probe into the serious allegations. Further details have yet to be released.
Houston Police Chief Noe Diaz reflects on his first year leading the department, emphasizing results over rhetoric. “Proof is in the product,” he states, highlighting improvements in community safety and police accountability.
Texas voters are set to approve constitutional amendments imposing stricter bail rules, aiming to enhance public safety by tightening the criteria for pretrial release, The Texas Tribune reports.
Two brothers suspected of multiple burglaries in Houston’s Heights neighborhood received a shockingly light sentence of just 12 days in jail, raising concerns over local sentencing practices.
ICE has arrested an Episcopal priest reportedly employed by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, authorities confirmed. The case is under investigation by Houston officials, raising questions about immigration enforcement in state agencies.
Houston has seen a significant decline in reported carjackings, recent records show. Authorities attribute the drop to enhanced policing and community efforts aimed at curbing violent crime in the city.
Houston rapper pleaded guilty following a high-speed police chase, reaching 130 mph. The dramatic pursuit ended with his arrest, highlighting ongoing concerns over dangerous driving and public safety in the city.
ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Houston has arrested a Guatemalan fugitive with a lengthy criminal record, deported three times previously, underscoring ongoing efforts to remove repeat offenders.
The ACLU and criminal justice advocates criticize new bail reform legislation supported by Gov. Abbott, arguing it undermines fairness and disproportionately affects marginalized communities, sparking intense debate in Texas.
Three Houston-area men have been charged in an alleged murder-for-hire plot, authorities say. The suspects face serious felony counts as the investigation into the case continues.
FBI Houston intensifies efforts against violent crime, executing sweeping arrests and major seizures. The operation targets gang violence and drug trafficking, aiming to restore safety and order in affected communities.
A Houston-based crime ring stole $300,000 from multiple Target stores, the Texas Department of Public Safety reported. Authorities are investigating the coordinated thefts targeting the retail chain.
Governor Abbott launches an “All-in effort” public safety initiative in Houston aimed at reducing violent crime. The program focuses on increased law enforcement presence and community collaboration to enhance citywide security.
Houston police are seeking tips to solve ongoing crimes labeled as a “nuisance” at The Life at Jackson Square apartments in Meyerland. Authorities urge residents to report suspicious activity to help ensure community safety.