Tik Tok Announces Time Limit for Teen Users
On Wednesday, March 1, 2023, the popular social media platform TikTok announced they would be implementing a new feature, which will automatically set a 60-minute daily screen time limit for users under the age of 18. This new feature is a response to growing concerns from parents over the platform’s potential harmful impact on […]
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
For the month of February, Crime Stoppers focuses on the issue of Teen Dating Violence (TDV). Also called intimate partner violence, TDV includes physical, psychological, sexual, and electronic abuse, and can happen with a current or former partner. Teens often think some behaviors, like teasing and name-calling, are a “normal” part of a relationship, but […]
Our Podcast Returns With Season 5!
Season 5 of our podcast, The Balanced Voice with Rania Mankarious started today! Episode 57 is the first episode of a multi-part series on the fentanyl crisis in America. In this episode, Rania and this season’s co-host Jennifer interviewed Harris County Sheriff Deputy Leggett about her near-death experience after being exposed to fentanyl while on […]
On KHOU: Houston teens blackmailed with fake nude photos
“They’re taking those photos and they’re manipulating them, creating highly sexualized sometimes pornographic content and then using it for extortion and blackmail.” Crime Stoppers CEO Rania Mankarious speaks to Lauren Talarico on KHOU 11 about how online predators are using kid and teen pictures taken from social media sites like SnapChat and Instagram and manipulating […]
This is why we do what we do.
This is why we do what we do. On October 25, on The Roula & Ryan Morning Show on KRBE, the mother of Julian Castro called in to talk her son’s tragic death on June 6, 2022. We have been helping the Castro family since they day he was murdered to help find the senseless […]
The following letter from our Chairman Justin Vickrey was sent to Mr. Post on October 24, 2022: Mr. Post, After careful consideration of the baseless demand for an audit by one of the Harris County Commissioners, we are hereby ceasing further efforts to participate in this request. Crime Stoppers of Houston (CSoH) and chief assistant […]
Men Stopping Violence (Domestic Violence Awareness Month)
Every year in October, advocates around the country are busy with activities for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We are invited to speak on panels, give presentations at schools, and provide information to community members at health fairs and other events. We are asked about services for those who are being abused and how one can […]
Our Response to the False Reports of Noncooperation
Response from Justin Vickrey, Chairman, Crime Stoppers of Houston As Chairman of Crime Stoppers of Houston’s board of directors, I’ve been reflecting on the problems at hand with rampant violent crime going unfettered in Harris County and we are once again finding ourselves providing comment on baseless attacks derived in political theater. Crime Stoppers of Houston (CSoH) […]
Disaster Preparation: the Link between Local Libraries and Navigating an Emergency
Public libraries are an important part of any society and can connect you to all sorts of information on any subject or question you may have. While many think of libraries as simply a room full of books, that could not be farther from the truth; with the help of a library, you can be […]
Do You Know Who Is At Your Door?
As the numbers of seniors increase in population, we see ads for independent living communities: Enjoy a Resort-Like Living Environment Graciousness and Hospitality Throughout Each Day in a Warm, Residential Environment Fine Restaurant-type Dining Carefree Lifestyle Tailored to Your Needs Who wouldn’t want this for a residence? Unfortunately, one important feature is not mentioned: security. […]