Houston Police Captain facing new charges after being charged with possession of child pornography
A Houston Police Department Captain is facing new charges after being arrested on Wednesday.
New felony charges filed against HPD Supervisor initially charged with possession of child pornography
The League City Police Department says two additional felony charges have been filed against a Houston Police Department supervisor.
UH President, Board Chair address safety concerns after several crimes, including a sexual assault on campus
Following a series of crimes on campus, including a sexual assault, the University of Houston is increasing security measures and addressing student and parent concerns about safety.
Houston crime statistics for 2024: Murders, robberies decrease from 2023
Murders and robberies dropped from 2023 to 2024 while human trafficking cases saw the largest percent increase year-over-year, according to crime statistics released by the Houston Police Department.
Houston man charged with falsely identifying as police officer speaks out, attorney weighs in on charges
Eric Moore was charged with False Identification as Peace Officer and speaks out saying he was making the videos for content on social media.
Social media user who posed as HPD officer charged with false identification of peace officer
One man’s social media post got him in trouble with Houston police after he was charged with false identification of a peace officer and possession of marijuana.
Houston-area father seeking justice after his son was discovered dead in a bayou
The family of a man found shot to death in Buffalo Bayou is pleading for the public's help in finding his killer. A reward is being offered for information that leads to an arrest.
Houston Police Department, Houston Fire Department battle in epic snowball fight
The Houston Police Department and the Houston Fire Department took advantage of the snowfall that fell across the Houston area early Tuesday morning and took part in a snowball fight.
Brazoria County Sheriff's Office shooting: Search for violent killer ends
The man who investigators say shot and killed Brazoria County Sheriff's Deputy Jesus Vargas, and then was killed himself, had a long criminal history, and had forfeited on his most recent bond. The deadly gunshots rang out along Stella Link in Southwest Houston.
Houston police release results from DWI Task Force initiative
The Houston Police Department has announced the results of their three-night multi-agency DWI Task Force initiative.
Man found dead in backseat of Houston police officer's vehicle
Houston Police are investigating the death of a man in his 40s after his body was found in the backseat of an officer's vehicle in Downtown Houston on Saturday afternoon.
Several Houston children shot at a teen pop-up party; what changes could be coming?
Two teenagers were killed and several others injured in a shooting at a pop-up party in Houston, prompting calls for increased regulation of such events.
Houston Harding Street raid: Hearing in Gerald Goines' motion for new trial
An evidentiary hearing is set for Wednesday in Gerald Goines' motion for a new trial after the former Houston police officer was convicted of murder in the deaths of a couple killed during the botched Harding Street raid.
Houston Police Department officer arrested for family violence
The Houston Police Department is reporting that an officer has been arrested for a charge of family violence.
Houston teen who crashed, killing 2-year-old brother was driving to the store for his 'dying' mother
Houston police say the teenager was driving a white Honda SUV on Tidwell when police say he lost control of the SUV and crash into trees, killing his baby brother.
Twin Houston police officers share story of working together everyday
Twin sister officers Holly and Valerie Garcia bring a unique partnership to the Houston Police Department, having backed each other up from an early age and now sharing the same beat.
Houston Police Department searching for new recruits
The Houston Police Department is on a quest to recruit new officers. On Saturday, the department held a hiring expo to assist in increasing their staff numbers.
Houston non-profit's storage unit robbed, jeopardizing Christmas for needy families
The Grinch has hit several storage units, breaking into them in Southwest Houston and possibly stealing Christmas from some deserving families.
Houston man wanted on charges of trafficking woman who's now missing
A man has now been charged, not with the disappearance of Angela Marisol Diaz, but rather in connection with allegations of sex trafficking her.
Family of 17-year-old killed Sunday speaking against gun violence after 3 more teens were killed Tuesday
Multiple teen homicides have occurred in the Houston area, leaving families grieving and communities shaken.