DEA launches new anti-fentanyl initiative
Aside from intensified efforts to take down traffickers, the "Fentanyl Free America" campaign will also focus on suppressing demand.
Husband stabs wife, sets himself on fire in east Houston, officials say
Authorities say the stabbing incident stemmed from an altercation between a married couple in their 50s.
Former Waller-Harris Emergency Services District 200 bookkeeper sentenced for theft by public servant
A former bookkeeper for the Waller-Harris Emergency Services District 200 has been sentenced for theft by a public servant and tampering with physical evidence.
Monk injured in crash during 'Walk for Peace' in Liberty County has leg amputated
According to “Walk for Peace” on Facebook, the monk, identified as Bhante Dam Phommasan, had surgery on Wednesday morning to have his leg amputated.
Father and son charged with trafficking 75+ firearms purchased at Texas Gun Show
Federal authorities have charged a man and his son with illegally trafficking over 75 firearms and large amounts of ammunition allegedly purchased with cash at Texas gun shows.
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.
FDA: Recalled baby formula that sickened 39 babies with infant botulism is still on some store shelves
The FDA says some ByHeart products are still being found on shelves at stores including Walmart, Target and Kroger despite the ongoing recall. Here’s what we know.
Texas DPS: Fugitive child sex offender on Texas Most Wanted list sought in DFW area
Texas officials have increased the reward to $$8,500$ for information leading to the arrest of William Herrera Zamora, a convicted child sex offender on the state's 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants list.
CAIR defends against Texas Gov. Abbott's request to revoke tax exemption
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) has released a letter they sent to the U.S. Treasury secretary in defense of their status as a tax-exempt nonprofit organization.
Giving kids lottery tickets could lead to gambling addiction, Texas commission warns
The Texas Lottery Commission is warning about the dangers of giving tickets to children as gifts.
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.
Tunnels found, 4 arrested during drug bust in Houston's South Belt, officials say
Authorities say a "long-term narcotics investigation" led to them finding drugs, guns, stolen vehicles, and two suspected drug tunnels.
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.