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Round Rock police alert residents about a viral TikTok trend involving AI-created images of home intruders, urging community safety and responsible technology use.

Houston City Council will vote on closing a section of Polk Street to facilitate the expansion of the George R. Brown Convention Center and the I-45 project, amid concerns from local residents about potential isolation of the East End neighborhood.

The Houston City Council will vote on funding measures to address the stray dog crisis. Proposals include $2.7 million for spay-neuter services and $520,000 for emergency transport.

Texas ranks as the third least safe state in the U.S., according to a WalletHub study. The analysis evaluated safety indicators such as crime rates and financial losses from climate disasters. Discussions on crime reduction and law enforcement policies are ongoing.

Discover the reasons behind the sudden spike in Houston’s water bills. Increases, intended to fund city infrastructure upgrades, have led to unexpected surges for many residents. Learn how KPRC 2 and the city are responding to help those affected.

Community health centers, crucial for underserved communities across the U.S., face challenges due to a funding lapse. With federal support not renewed, many centers could reduce services or close, impacting millions who depend on affordable healthcare. Local and state solutions offer temporary relief, but advocates urge for renewed federal funding to ensure consistent access to essential services.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott introduces a Violent Crimes Task Force in Houston. This multi-agency effort aims to combat violent crime by targeting repeat offenders. The initiative unites Texas DPS, HCSO, local law enforcement, and Crime Stoppers to improve safety. The objective is to make Houston a safer city.

Houston officials held a community meeting after six bodies were discovered in local bayous, addressing residents’ concerns and discussing safety solutions.

Houston struggles with delayed trash collection due to aging garbage trucks and staffing shortages. The city plans to improve operations with new trucks and initiatives aimed to decrease delays, bringing relief to residents by November.