Texas faces rising crime rates in several cities. Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and Corpus Christi top the list of the 7 most dangerous cities, highlighting ongoing challenges in public safety and community efforts to combat violence.
Fact-check: Despite recent spikes in violent crime, Austin is not among the most dangerous U.S. cities. Compared to national data, its crime rates remain below those of cities frequently cited for high violence, reports the Austin American-Statesman.