Prosecutors allege the scheme allowed individuals in the Harris County Jail to be released on bond, sidestepping federal removal proceedings.
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22 Houston Cases Named in Justice Department’s $15 Billion Healthcare Fraud Crackdown
Federal prosecutors have charged more than 320 individuals in the largest healthcare fraud operation in U.S. history.
Space Shuttle Discovery Moves to Houston Under US Senate Bill
In 2011, NASA bypassed Houston when selecting retirement locations for its shuttle fleet.
FBI Houston Arrests Chinese National for Spying on US Navy
Another Chinese national was arrested in Oregon, and the pair are accused of surveilling U.S. military personnel and facilities.
Federal Agents Bust Anti-Tren Gang Members After Houston Shooting
Federal authorities are targeting a violent Venezuelan gang known as Anti-Tren, believed to be connected to a Houston bar shooting that injured six people in March.
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Houston’s Taxpayer-Sponsored LGBT Parade Featured Sexualized Performances Near Children
Marketed as safe and inclusive for all ages, Houston’s LGBT “Pride” party featured overtly adult activities in full view of children.
Houston Parents Sue HISD Over Daughter’s Secret Social Gender Transition
A Houston family is taking the state’s largest school district to court, claiming their daughter was socially transitioned by school staff in direct defiance of their explicit instructions.
Harris County Agencies Reportedly Spent Millions With No Paper Trail
Last year, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said the Harris County Toll Road Authority, Engineering Department, and Flood Control District had procurement issues.
Harris County Faces $1.3 Billion Shortfall in Flood Bond Projects
Only about 30 percent of the bond’s allocated funds have been spent so far.
24/7 Ban on Homeless Sleeping Outdoors Coming to Houston Under Updated Ordinance
In a bid to curb street homelessness and connect people with shelters, Houston plans to implement a 24/7 outdoor sleeping ban in key neighborhoods, backed by new funding and federal support.
Harris County Officials to Consider Issues at Jail After 3 Deaths in 48 Hours
The Harris County Jail has been out of compliance with state standards for months.
FBI Offers $3 Million Reward for Venezuelan Gang Leader as ICE Arrests Two Iranians in Houston
The Trump administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration continues.
KP George Switches Parties as Legal Troubles Mount in Fort Bend County
George has switched to the Republican Party, shifting the balance of power on the county commissioners court.
Ken Kirchhofer Appointed to Humble ISD Board After Election Winner Disqualified
Kirchhofer, who ran as the incumbent for Position 4 in the May election, finished last.
Houston Oil Service Firm Loses Injection Permit Amid West Texas Earthquakes
Texas regulators have permanently revoked Blackbuck Resources’ wastewater injection permit after a series of West Texas earthquakes.
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South Texas School Board President Faces Felony Child Porn Charge
Boling ISD Board President Jerry Svatek is accused of possessing child sexual abuse material showing victims under 10 years old.
Former Houston Water Official Receives July Parole Review Despite 10-Year Sentence
Lee was arrested in May 2024 and has remained in custody since then.
Democrat Elected Officials Share Pictures With Violent Protest Sign
Houston City Councilmembers Abbie Kamin and Mario Castillo and U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia shared the threatening image on their social media pages.
El Salvadoran Illegal Alien Receives Death Penalty for Murder of Harris County Deputy
Oscar Rosales never disputed that he killed Deputy Corporal Charles Galloway in a January 2022 shooting.
Houston ISD Extends Superintendent Miles’ Contract After STAAR Test Gains
The contract extension follows Houston ISD’s recent success on the 2025 STAAR exam.
Harris County Officially Ends Failed Guaranteed Basic Income Program
The county never disbursed the funds to anyone, despite spending millions to administer the program.
Who Is Running for Harris County Judge in 2026? Here Is the Field So Far.
Republican candidates advocate for fiscal discipline and support for law enforcement, while Democrat candidates emphasize progressive social policies and community programs.
ICE Arrests Three More Illegal Aliens Outside Houston Immigration Court
A series of coordinated ICE arrests in Houston highlights the Trump administration’s commitment to expedited deportations.
After Judges Drop Asylum Cases, ICE Makes Arrests at Houston Courthouse
The arrests are part of a nationwide initiative seeking to accelerate deportation proceedings.
Organized Protesters Rally in Houston for Illegal Aliens, Chant ‘Abolish ICE’
Among the crowd, far-left activists recruited people to join a network designed to quickly respond to ICE operations in Houston.