Two wanted, accused of robbing man contacted via dating app, Houston Police say

The victim allegedly met a woman on a dating app and agreed to get food, then a man supposedly tried to rob the victim. Tips sent directly to Crime Stoppers could result in a payment of up to $5,000.

Houston finally clearing months-old debris piles in Southwest neighborhoods

Houston begins clearing months-old debris piles in southwest neighborhoods, adding $2 million to a cleanup contract as crews work through hundreds of pending pickup requests. Residents are urged to call 3-1-1 for debris removal.

Houston Police seeking person of interest in fatal Cloverland Park shooting

Police say a boy was killed, and a girl was injured Saturday night during a party at a Southeast Houston park. Anyone with information can call Houston Police or Crime Stoppers.

This Texas city is only a little less sinful than Las Vegas: Study

Three cities in the Lone Star State rank in the top 25, judging by a comparison of crimes related to the seven deadly sins.

BBB warns consumers of tap-to-pay scams this holiday season

A warning before you shop in a crowded mall or attend a busy festival or sporting event this holiday season. The Better Business Bureau is issuing an alert that tap-to-pay scams are rising.

Houston weather forecast: Heavy rain, flash flood risk tonight into Friday

Rain becomes more likely late tonight into Thursday, continuing into Friday. Periods of steady rain, possibly heavy at times — could lead to ponding and slick streets for the Thursday morning commute.

Houston family seeks justice after hit-and-run kills mother

A Houston family is demanding answers and justice after their loved one, 35-year-old Tara Brim, was killed in a hit-and-run crash along Highway 249. The incident happened around midnight ten days ago on November 23. Harris County deputies say they are still searching for the driver who left the scene.

Houston Pets Alive conducting largest fundraiser ever

Houston Pets Alive is conducting its largest fundraiser ever thanks to a generous board member who will match every donation up to $100,000 through December 31.

Houston weather: Another chilly night ahead for Tuesday, rain returning late Wednesday

Rain becomes more likely late Wednesday into Thursday, continuing into Friday. Periods of steady rain, possibly heavy at times — could lead to ponding and slick streets for the Thursday morning commute.

Houston launches firearm injury dashboard as accidental child shootings rise

Houston leaders unveiled SAFEWatch Houston, a real-time firearm injury dashboard that reveals rising accidental shootings involving children and young adults - despite overall gun violence declining across the city.

18 units damaged in Greenspoint-area apartment fire; firefighter rescued

A mayday call was sent out after a Houston firefighter became trapped and had to be rescued from an apartment fire in the Greenspoint-area. Eighteen units were impacted by the massive blaze.

Two shot, hospitalized after attempted home invasion in southeast Houston

A homeowner and suspect were both hospitalized after they were injured during an attempted home invasion in southeast Houston. Police are searching for a second suspect who left the scene.

How a wanted fugitive kept getting probation and bonds in Texas: The Carlos Rusi breakdown

How is someone wanted in another state able to get probation and then bonds for crimes allegedly committed while serving probation? Ask the 263rd Criminal District Court and career criminal, Carlos Rusi.