Paychecks on the Line, 5.3 Million U.S. Student Loan Borrowers Face Wage Garnishment as Repayments Resume
Student loan repayments resume after a pandemic pause, with wage garnishment for 5.3 million in default. This affects credit and financial opportunities. Officials urge borrowers to communicate with servicers and explore repayment options.
Houston Pastor's Killer Convicted as Deshawn Longmire Found Guilty in Murder of Reverend Ronald Mouton
Deshawn Longmire has been found guilty of murdering Rev. Ronald Mouton, a longtime Houston pastor, in a 2022 road rage shooting on the Gulf Freeway. The case, supported by ride-share data and surveillance footage, ended with a conviction after nearly three years of delays.
Houston Police Investigate Fatal Stabbing on Cityscape Avenue as Case Moves to Grand Jury
A 25-year-old man was found dead following a stabbing at an apartment complex on Cityscape Avenue in Houston. The Houston Police Department reported that the incident occurred around 3:15 p.m., with one man injured and another deceased. The surviving individual has cooperated with authorities, and the case has been sent to a grand jury.
Corpus Christi Man Convicted of Distributing Child Sexual Abuse Materials Following International Probe
Angel Valdez, 19, from Corpus Christi, was convicted of distributing child sexual abuse materials after an investigation led by international law enforcement. He faces up to 20 years in federal prison and a fine of up to $250,000. Valdez is scheduled for sentencing on August 12.
Governor Abbott Calls for Bail Reform, Praises Texas Sheriffs at Border Security Conference in Austin
Governor Greg Abbott addressed the need for bail system reforms at the Texas Border Sheriff's Coalition meeting, praised Texas sheriffs for border security efforts, and discussed Operation Lone Star's successes.












