Facebook turns 20: Here's what else was happening in 2004
The launch of Facebook was one of the biggest moments in the U.S. in the last 20 years, and here’s a look back at some of the other events in news and pop culture that made headlines in 2004.
The launch of Facebook was one of the biggest moments in the U.S. in the last 20 years, and here’s a look back at some of the other events in news and pop culture that made headlines in 2004.
Video of altercation between inmate, Harris County Jail guards prompts calls for investigation
Family members and lawyers are calling for an investigation by the Texas Rangers and the FBI into a video showing a physical altercation between an inmate and Harris County Jail guards.
Family members and lawyers are calling for an investigation by the Texas Rangers and the FBI into a video showing a physical altercation between an inmate and Harris County Jail guards.
Houston Shooting: Off-duty deputy shoots man with his face half covered in Northwest Houston
The Houston Police Department is investigating a deputy-involved shooting after a man was shot Saturday while walking with half of his face covered.
The Houston Police Department is investigating a deputy-involved shooting after a man was shot Saturday while walking with half of his face covered.
HSCO: Deputies mistake woman for a burglar, shoot her multiple times inside her apartment
An officer-involved shooting unfolded in a northeast Harris County apartment complex, leaving a 28-year-old woman suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
An officer-involved shooting unfolded in a northeast Harris County apartment complex, leaving a 28-year-old woman suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Amazon Ring ends police access to user footage, law enforcement reacts
Amazon's "Ring" doorbell camera will no longer allow law enforcement to request users footage through the company's app and some Houston area law enforcement say Ring video has been helpful in cases.
Amazon's "Ring" doorbell camera will no longer allow law enforcement to request users footage through the company's app and some Houston area law enforcement say Ring video has been helpful in cases.
Amazon Ring: Police can't request video in app
Amazon's "Ring" doorbell camera is making a change to its policy in which law enforcement can no longer be allowed to make posts asking users to submit footage through the company's app.
Amazon's "Ring" doorbell camera is making a change to its policy in which law enforcement can no longer be allowed to make posts asking users to submit footage through the company's app.
Apple's Vision Pro headset now on sale in US: How much it costs, available apps and other things to know
This new device reacts to your movements, transitions to virtual reality, and allows users to enjoy streaming services.
This new device reacts to your movements, transitions to virtual reality, and allows users to enjoy streaming services.
Montgomery County crime: Fourth suspect sought in connection following shooting on Morgan Cemetery Road
A capital murder suspect is on the run and Montgomery County authorities need your help locating him.
A capital murder suspect is on the run and Montgomery County authorities need your help locating him.
Skyscraper-size asteroid expected to pass by Earth Friday
There’s no risk of it hitting our planet since it will pass seven times the distance from Earth to the moon.
There’s no risk of it hitting our planet since it will pass seven times the distance from Earth to the moon.
Hulu begins password-sharing crackdown: Here's what to know
Hulu said the terms will become effective next month.
Hulu said the terms will become effective next month.
Road rage shootings in Houston lead to arrests
Following two separate road rage incidents, Houston police announced the arrests of suspects Wydell Dupree Jones, 57, and Oscar Vasquez Newman, 42. Both are charged with murder in shootings that resulted in two fatalities and two injuries. The bond for Jones was set at $310,000.
Following two separate road rage incidents, Houston police announced the arrests of suspects Wydell Dupree Jones, 57, and Oscar Vasquez Newman, 42. Both are charged with murder in shootings that resulted in two fatalities and two injuries. The bond for Jones was set at $310,000.
Meta, TikTok, other social media CEOs testify before Senate Judiciary Committee on child exploitation
The CEOs of Meta, TikTok, X and other social media companies have testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee about child safety on their platforms.
The CEOs of Meta, TikTok, X and other social media companies have testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee about child safety on their platforms.
Houston Crime: Man charged with murder after man found shot multiple times in driveway
Houston police have filed charges against Schwin Rashad Hadnot, a 36-year-old man, in connection with a fatal shooting on Jan. 24.
Houston police have filed charges against Schwin Rashad Hadnot, a 36-year-old man, in connection with a fatal shooting on Jan. 24.
Videos: Zuckerberg grilled, stands and apologizes during child safety hearing before Senate
The Meta CEO faced scathing questioning regarding Facebook and Instagram oversight and reporting of explicit content involving children
The Meta CEO faced scathing questioning regarding Facebook and Instagram oversight and reporting of explicit content involving children
Missing Isaiah Ramos: 12-year-old boy found safe, authorities say
The Harris County Sheriff's Office says the boy has been found safe.
The Harris County Sheriff's Office says the boy has been found safe.
Arrest made following vandalism of Houston Police patrol car at unsanctioned event
Residents and city officials discuss a recent unsanctioned event that disturbed the peace in a North Houston neighborhood. One police car was damaged as several young people were caught on camera stomping on the vehicle.
Residents and city officials discuss a recent unsanctioned event that disturbed the peace in a North Houston neighborhood. One police car was damaged as several young people were caught on camera stomping on the vehicle.
Houston police offer tips to drivers to prevent road rage
Local law enforcement agencies, collaborating with H-P-D, have initiated the "Safe Roadways Initiative" to target aggressive and unsafe driving,
Local law enforcement agencies, collaborating with H-P-D, have initiated the "Safe Roadways Initiative" to target aggressive and unsafe driving,
Harris County crime: Deputies seek witnesses in a fatal drive-by shooting
The Harris County Sheriff's Office needs public assistance in investigating the fatal shooting of a man standing outside a gas station.
The Harris County Sheriff's Office needs public assistance in investigating the fatal shooting of a man standing outside a gas station.
Houston Police detain HS student over shooting threat
Houston police detained a student who threatened to shoot another student during a fight at Kingwood High School. The threat was overheard by fellow students who promptly informed their parents, leading to a swift response from Houston and Humble officers.
Houston police detained a student who threatened to shoot another student during a fight at Kingwood High School. The threat was overheard by fellow students who promptly informed their parents, leading to a swift response from Houston and Humble officers.
Houston Crime: Firefighters jumped from 2nd story apartment after man points gun on Bissonnet Street
The Houston Police Department reports that two Houston firefighters were forced to jump from Ashford Buena Vista apartments from a 2nd floor balcony stairwell on Saturday night. Officials say the firefighters suffered injuries in the fall.
The Houston Police Department reports that two Houston firefighters were forced to jump from Ashford Buena Vista apartments from a 2nd floor balcony stairwell on Saturday night. Officials say the firefighters suffered injuries in the fall.