Crime & Emergencies in ...
Nigerian con artist, Uche Victor Diuno, was sentenced to five years in prison for conducting an advance-fee scam that defrauded victims in over 20 countries.
A burglar named Sammie Crutchfield was arrested for breaking into a home in the Ponderosa Subdivision and faces charges including an existing warrant for Criminal Trespass.
Houston police arrested Abhan Guerra, who tried to steal clothes from a sports store, despite having past convictions for theft. His bond is set at $10,000.
A Virginia man received a 50-year sentence for exploiting minors on Facebook, where he used the platform to manipulate over 50 victims into performing explicit acts.
Houston police are probing the decomposed body of a woman found near METRO police headquarters, with an autopsy pending to ascertain identity and cause of death.
A man was fatally shot in the Greenspoint area of Houston; police are investigating the incident that occurred near a gas station and shopping center.
Community & Society in ...
Klein ISD is enhancing its safety measures after staff were charged with crimes including sex trafficking, addressing communication failures and vowing to prevent future incidents.
A METRORail collision with a truck and another incident involving a suspected drunk driver at a bus stop led to multiple injuries and one fatality in Houston.
Politics & Govt in ...
Houston Mayor John Whitmire has announced a budget proposal to address a projected deficit of nearly $300 million, suggesting a 5% cut in all city departments except fire and police.
A police dog named "Rambo Tom Ramsey" helped apprehend Brandon Harvey, who had an open warrant, after Harvey called the police about his ankle monitor and then fled.
A man named Michael Anthony was arrested by Harris County authorities on stalking charges, following a reported incident last month, despite a previous release on bond for criminal mischief.
Houston dispatches clean-up crews to Kingwood for flood debris removal. Residents must sort waste and place it curbside by 6 a.m. Monday for collection.
Two teenagers were arrested after a home invasion and robbery spree in Humble, Texas, with a third suspect still at large. The incidents involved gunpoint threats and a stolen vehicle.