Verdict Reached In La Porte Officers' Trial

A jury decides that four LaPorte police officers did not use excessive force when they shot and killed a mentally ill man seven years ago, KPRC Local 2 reports.

Money woes force delay in Calif. tax refunds

California's controller says he will begin a 30-day delay on tax refunds and other payments starting Feb. 1 because the state is running out of money.

Source: Geithner failed to pay personal taxes

Treasury secretary designee Timothy Geithner is meeting with senators to discuss why he failed to pay personal taxes and check the immigration status of a housekeeper.

Insurance Company Says Fire Victims Died Of 'Pollution'

A family is still in the healing process after one of their loved ones was killed in an office building that was set on fire last March, and they said they feel like an insurance company is trying to victimize them again, KPRC Local 2 reports.

Gates: More brigades in Afghan war by summer

The Pentagon is moving to get three of the four combat brigades requested by commanders into Afghanistan by summer, U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates said Wednesday as he traveled here to meet with military leaders.

Officers Accused Of Beating NFL Player's Dad Reassigned

Two police officers accused of beating a professional football player's father are put on administrative duty, KPRC Local 2 reports.

Memorial Erected For HPD Shooting Victim

The city of Houston unveils a historic memorial to Eli Escobar Jr., a boy killed by Houston police, at Guadalupe Plaza Park Friday morning.

Ex-MUD Officials Sentenced For Theft

Two former municipal utility district officials are sentenced to four years in prison for theft, KPRC Local 2 reports.

Investigation ties pet chain to 'puppy mills'

As part of an eight-month investigation, the Humane Society of the United States has linked Petland Inc., the national pet store chain, to puppy mills.

Paulson says stricter regulation not the answer

Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson says the financial crisis now plaguing the world economy is an event that happens "once or twice" in 100 years.

Teen Convicted In Reserve Deputy's Death

A teenager is found guilty of killing a reserve deputy constable, KPRC Local 2 reports.

Slain Officer's Widow Sues Gun Store

The widow of a slain Houston police officer files a lawsuit against the store that sold the murder weapon, KPRC Local 2 reports.

Jury Reaches Verdict In Home Alone Trial

A jury finds a woman guilty of child endangerment and child abandonment after she left her children home alone while she went to Africa to get married, KPRC Local 2 reports.

Governors disagree on stimulus amid crisis

Two governors offered Congress starkly different solutions Wednesday for the ailing economy, with New York's David Paterson seeking immediate aid from Congress.

Home prices fall by sharpest annual rate ever

A closely watched index shows home prices tumbled by the sharpest annual rate ever in August.

DPS Contractor Accused Of Faking Instrument Tests

Several driving under the influence cases are in jeopardy after a breath test instrument inspector allegedly falsified records, KPRC Local 2 reports.

2 Houston Men Accused In Child Sex Ring

Two Houston men are arrested in a nationwide crackdown on child sex rings and prostitution, KPRC Local 2 reports.

AIG to freeze millions in pay to former execs

New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo says American International Group, which is being supported by a federal bailout, has agreed to freeze millions of dollars in compensation and bonuses for former executives.

Deputies: Mom Left 3 Children Home Alone While She Partied

A mother is accused of leaving her three children home alone for 12 to 16 hours while she partied, KPRC Local 2 reports.

Prosecutors conclude case against Sen. Stevens

The wiretaps have been played, the cabin photos have been viewed and the last government witness against Sen. Ted Stevens will soon step down.

Will bailout crimp Democrats' spending plans?

At first blush, an era of constrained federal spending appears to be looming: Every $1 billion� going to the bailout would be $1 billion less for highway construction. But House Speaker Nancy Pelosi does not see it that way.

Rescue package still faces House hurdles

With the election fast approaching, it remains to be seen whether a new financial bailout bill can be crafted that will bring enough "no" votes back to the center to win approval.

Rescue package still faces House hurdles

With the election fast approaching, it remains to be seen whether a new financial bailout bill can be crafted that will bring enough "no" votes back to the center to win approval.

Economic crisis likely to impact U.S. fashion

As the U.S. economy flirts with recession and European clothing prices soar, the North American retail sector is facing a crisis of unprecedented depth, according to the head of a major U.S. department store chain.

Financial crisis shock waves hit municipalities

Municipalities, many of which made enormous financial promises when the economy was strong, are now confronting heavy fiscal burdens.

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