The Houston Police Department announced that homicides are on the rise during a meeting where dozens of Third Ward residents showed up with questions and concerns.
The rate is 45.7 percent lower than the state average and 38.7 percent lower than the national average.
An unmasked robbery suspect is wanted for stealing cash and wreaking havoc in a liquor store, and thanks to a few mistakes-- police are getting a good look at his face.
Violent crime rose 7.8 percent from 2015 to 2016 in Houston, according to data released by the department Thursday.
Families woke up to find their vehicles burglarized and left sitting on blocks.
Small business owners and employees worry that crime is increasing in the area of a northside shopping center at FM 1960 and Ella Blvd.