Ryan N. Curving, a retired police sergeant from New Jersey, has been given a 10-year federal prison sentence by a Texas court for distributing child pornography. His conviction highlights a breach of trust and the judiciary's firm stance on individuals spreading harmful materials.

Harris County officials prepare for a crucial meeting to discuss issues in the local jail, including overcrowding and staff shortages, in an effort to meet state safety standards and avoid further intervention.

Emmy-winning journalist Dominique Sachse returns to Houston with "The Flourishing Tour" podcast event, empowering women in midlife on June 20 at Match Houston.

Constables thwarted a burglary at a Houston farmers market, arresting two suspects and containing the situation promptly. Further details are pending an official release.

Nicholas Noland was arrested in Harris County for causing a disturbance and an existing felony warrant for alleged indecent assault. His bond is pending a court decision.

Two individuals were arrested for theft at a Texas Lowe's; one also faced a child endangerment warrant and meth possession charges, with law enforcement using a Taser during the arrest.

Jaime Betancourt, 26, died in a motorcycle crash on the North Freeway in Houston after failing to control his speed and crashing into a Challenger followed by a Malibu hitting debris.

Two suspects, Matthew Berlanga and Jeremiah Mireles, are charged with murder for a 2022 Houston shooting that killed one teenager and injured two men.

The HCSO has launched the Crime-Free Multi-Housing Program in Cypress Station to reduce crime and plans to expand it countywide, with a noted 29% drop in violent crime since implementation.

A former Houston-area officer, Mohammed Kassem, was convicted of federal drug trafficking and money laundering after being caught escorting heroin and drug money across state lines. He faces a life sentence and fines up to $10 million.

The Houston Police Department is investigating the fatal shooting of Isha Goff, who was killed in her car in front of her children, and are seeking two male suspects.

An 18-year-old, Christopher Mares, was charged with the murder of his brother, Jose Mares, in Houston. The victim was found dead with gunshot wounds in an apartment closet.

Houston Police charged Steven Pearson with the January murder of Jonathan Lemons after weeks of investigation. Pearson was arrested by HPD SWAT and is now facing murder charges.