3 Texas men arrested in Illinois bank ‘jugging’ scheme
Three Texas men have been arrested in Elmhurst, Illinois, accused of a "bank jugging" scheme, where they allegedly targeted and stole cash from a bank customer. Police say on May 29, the men followed a victim from a bank, broke into their car to steal withdrawn cash, and were linked to a second burglary before their...
North Houston: Dirt bike rider dies in collision against pickup truck, police say
HOUSTON - Houston officers are investigating a crash that killed a man who was riding a dirt bike on Saturday. The crash was reported at about 9:30 p.m. at the intersection of Greens and Gears Roads. According to Sgt. Dallas with HPD's Vehicular Crimes Unit, a pickup truck was going...
Authorities identify Galveston Co. double homicide suspect died by suicide after chase
Authorities say a suspect accused of killing a man and a woman after an argument led officers on a pursuit that ended Saturday morning where he later died by suicide.
Texas’ Biggest Shootout Didn’t Happen In The Old West
The biggest shootout in Texas history didn't happen in the 1800's "wild west" days, it took place during the Summer of Love. During the 1800's, a period in history known as the "wild west", Texas saw its share of gunfights but the biggest shootout in Texas happened more recently. Gunfights...
Houston Plans Stricter Penalties for Landlords Failing Apartment Maintenance
10+ verified complaints in a year as high-risk buildings will subject landlords to mandatory inspections.
Two charged with breaking into an officer’s vehicle, stealing $2,500 cash
Anthony Battle and Alicia Buchanan were arrested and charged with breaking into an officer's vehicle and driving off with $2,500 in cash, with Battle's bond set at $20,000 and Buchanan's set at $7,500.
Houston icon Phylicia Rashad to host master class for Fade to Black Arts Festival
Award-winning actress Phylicia Rashad, known for her role in 'The Cosby Show', is set to inspire the next generation of artists at the Fade to Black Arts Festival in Houston this summer. #PhyliciaRashad
Nationwide protests target Houston-based Avelo Airlines for ICE deportation flights
HOUSTON - Immigrant advocates across the country held a National Day of Action to target a Houston-based airline that agreed to fly deportation flights. Stop Avelo protests were held on Friday and Saturday in cities in New York, Florida, Oregon, California, and more. A protest was also held in Houston...
Texas Severe Storm Alert: Hail, Damaging Winds Threaten SE Texas Sunday Afternoon
Houston, Texas – Strong to severe thunderstorms could strike Southeast Texas on Sunday afternoon, bringing damaging winds, large hail, and pockets of heavy rain to the region. According to the National Weather Service in Houston-Galveston, a disturbance moving in from the north is expected to trigger storm...
Houston Teen Detained For Aggravated Robbery And Evading Police During Online Marketplace Deal
An 18-year-old was arrested in connection with an armed robbery and ensuing evasion of police. Jordan Driver was wanted for an incident on October 9, 2024, in which he reportedly robbed a person selling sneakers on an internet marketplace. The confrontation heated up when the suspect allegedly pulled out a...