NEW: 84 victims identified in sex trafficking bust that shut down 9 Houston bars

The Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission has cracked down on several Houston-area bars, issuing emergency suspensions due to their involvement in human trafficking and prostitution. With 84 potential victims identified and the possibility of additional measures looming, experts underline the severity of trafficking in the region.

Houston husband, wife accused of trying to kidnap, kill man she cheated with

A Houston couple’s illicit love triangle takes a violent turn as coordinated efforts to kidnap and assassinate the wife’s extramarital partner go awry. The conspiring wife and Uber driver husband now facing serious charges of Aggravated Kidnapping and Assault.

Pasadena man sentenced to 2 life sentences plus 10 years for fatally stabbing pregnant wife

After a harrowing series of events culminating in the murder of his pregnant wife Caitlynne and their unborn child, Alex Daniel Guajardo has been sentenced to two life sentences plus 10 years. These sentences are to be served at the same time, ensuring Guajardo remains in prison, an outcome that the victim’s family hopes will begin to address the irreversible damage caused by the attack and the perceived failures of the judicial system to protect Caitlynne after previous domestic violence incidents.

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries arrested on sex trafficking charges

Mike Jeffries, the former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch, his romantic partner and a third man have been arrested on sex trafficking and interstate prostitution charges.

Houston man, 72, stabbed, killed in apartment on North Braeswood

Police are investigating the death of a 72-year-old man who was found with lacerations and blunt force trauma in a southwest Houston apartment.

Writ to dismiss criminal charges against Fort Bend Co. Judge denied

A judge denied a writ by Fort Bend County Judge KP George’s attorney to dismiss his criminal indictment for misrepresentation of identity on procedural grounds. So, his criminal case stands.

Car gets towed with baby inside while mom was drinking at bar, according to police

A Houston mother is facing charges after leaving her 3-year-old child in her car, which was subsequently towed away, unaware that the child was inside.

The safest states in America in 2024, according to WalletHub report

Which U.S. state is the safest to call home? According to a new ranking from personal finance site WalletHub, many are in the Northeast.

Navajo Code Talker John Kinsel passes away at age 107, Navajo Nation announces

One of the final remaining code talkers during World War II, John Kinsel, was pronounced dead by the Navajo Nation Council at 107 years of age.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs facing lawsuits from 7 new accusers, lawyer says

The cases date back as far as 2000, but most of the alleged events discussed in the lawsuits occurred in 2022, according to lawyer Tony Buzbee. One of the alleged victims was 13 years old at the time of the incident.

Robert Roberson to testify in front of Texas House Monday after life-saving subpoena

Roberson was sentenced to be executed on Thursday, but Texas lawmakers played a crucial role in halting the execution just hours before it was scheduled to happen.

Elderly Humble woman shot while sitting in home

A Humble woman was rushed to the hospital after she was shot while sitting in her home.