A Texas man was sentenced to 11 years prison for leading a scheme to control the transmigrante forwarding industry by using violence and intimidation. He must also pay a $2 million fine and will have supervised release.

A motorcyclist died after falling from a Houston freeway interchange onto Pierce Street below. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.

A Mexican national was sentenced to 21 months for his fifth illegal U.S. entry after previous deportations and felony convictions, including drug-related charges.

Jose Manuel Cruz-Diaz, previously removed from the U.S. four times, received a 57-month federal prison sentence for illegal reentry and faces removal post-imprisonment. His criminal history includes drug dealing and other felonies.

Constable Mark Herman's Office arrested Oscar Mendez for his fourth DUI after a traffic stop and sobriety tests indicated intoxication, underlining the issue of repeat drunk driving offenses.

A federal lawsuit details an alleged assault by nine Harris County Jail officers on inmate Anasia Smith in July 2023, sparking claims of rights violations and highlighting a history of abuse at the jail.

The Houston Police continue seeking info on the fatal shooting of Jahlill Zachary. Two males seen with him before his death are persons of interest, not suspects.

A 12-year-old boy was killed in a hit-and-run while biking in Harris County. After falling, a black sedan hit him and fled; a suspect vehicle is sought.

A car theft and armed robbery in Houston led to a high-speed police chase where the suspect shot at officers. No injuries were reported; the suspect was apprehended and seemed intoxicated.

Houston police investigate a fatal shooting on Meadowglen Lane; the victim, 26, died from a gunshot wound. The incident involved an assault and a fleeing black Chevy truck. No suspects or motives yet.

Authorities in Tomball, Harris County, are searching for a missing 10-year-old girl with long brown hair last seen in pink shorts and a Disney-themed T-shirt.

An 18-year-old was fatally shot on Curry Road, Houston. Police are investigating, urging witnesses to contact them or Crime Stoppers. The victim's identity is pending while the family is notified.

Operation Soteria Shield, led by the FBI Dallas and North Texas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, concluded with 109 children rescued and 244 arrests for child sexual abuse crimes.