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Is It Legal To Shoot A Trespasser In Texas? What You Need To Know
Here in Texas, protecting your home and property is taken seriously, but it's not as simple as "shoot first, ask questions later" when someone trespasses. The laws about the use of force or deadly force against trespassers are specific and it's good information to know. In this day and age, you've got to be ready for anything.
‘Out of control’: Harris Co. Judge Kelli Johnson’s cases reassigned; her long-time court reporter files complaint
HOUSTON – Kelli Johnson, the high-profile Harris County Judge who presides over the 178 District Court, has been in the spotlight over the past few weeks after she was charged with driving while intoxicated. KPRC 2′s Rilwan Balogun has learned the judge’s cases have since been reassigned.
Southeast Texas teens compete in Dairy Queen Blizzard eating contest ahead of Miracle Treat Day
BEAUMONT, Texas — The Children’s Miracle Network hosted the 3rd Annual Blizzard Eating Contest at CHRISTUS Southeast Texas St. Elizabeth to kick off Dairy Queen’s Miracle Treat Day which will take place on Thursday, July 25. Dairy Queen is helping raise funds for the Children's Miracle Network...
US Govt Steps Up To Assist Laid Off Tesla Employees
The United States is stepping up to assist workers affected by layoffs at Tesla’s Gigafactory in Austin. The Department of Labor has awarded Texas more than $1 million to provide employment and retraining services for impacted employees. A WARN notice suggested 2,688 people were impacted by the job cuts.
Astros thump A's 8-1 behind Brown to avoid series sweep
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Hunter Brown had eight strikeouts in six innings to remain one of the hottest pitchers in baseball, helping the Houston Astros beat the Oakland Athletics 8-1 on Wednesday. Chas McCormick homered for the first time in more than a month and Jose Altuve had three hits and two RBIs as the Astros bounced back to win the last game of the series after losing the first two in likely their final regular-season trip to the Coliseum. “Just trying to keep it rolling,” Brown said. “You’re just trying to put together good innings, good outings and make good pitches. You kind of start stringing some of that stuff together, you’re going to see some things happen that you want to happen, the things that you prepare for.” The game was played before 14,978 fans, the third-largest crowd at the Coliseum this season.
Police chase leads to arrest of two suspects in Harris County
HOUSTON, Texas - A high-speed police chase on July 23, 2024, ended with the arrest of two suspects after their vehicle crashed into a barrier wall, according to Harris County Constable Precinct 4.Deputies from Constable Mark Herman's office attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a vehicle in the 3400 block of North Sam Houston Parkway West. The driver, identified as Alex Nguyen, refused to stop, leading deputies on a pursuit. During the chase, Nguyen lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the barrier wall.Nguyen was apprehended at the scene. The passenger, Jonathan Wood, ignored verbal commands and physically resisted detention. After a brief struggle, deputies detained Wood."Both suspects were arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail," stated Constable Mark Herman. "Alex Nguyen was charged with Evading Arrest in Motor Vehicle. His bond has not been set out of the 185th District Court. Jonathan Wood was charged with Interference with the Duties of a Public Servant. His bond was set at $100.00 out of County Court 16."
Constables seek public's help in identifying suspects in fatal hit-and-run crash
HOUSTON, Texas - Authorities are asking for the public's assistance in identifying suspects who fled the scene of a fatal hit-and-run crash on the Northwest Freeway.On July 23, 2024, at 10:05 a.m., deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Accident Investigation Division responded to a three-car fatality crash in the 16300 block of the Northwest Freeway. Investigators determined that a large box truck or cargo van failed to stop and collided with another vehicle, fatally injuring the driver, according to the Harris County Constable Precinct 4.At least three Hispanic male occupants exited the truck or van, inspected the damage, and fled the scene without providing any information before law enforcement arrived, the press release stated. The vehicle is described as a large 20 to 24-foot box truck or cargo van that was driving east on the Northwest Freeway, approaching the on-ramps to the Sam Houston Toll Road.Investigators are requesting the public's help in locating the suspects and their vehicle. "If anyone has information on the wanted suspect vehicle, driver, or any dash camera video that might show the collision, please contact our office or your local law enforcement," stated Constable Mark Herman.
Dozens charged in bail bond scheme involving violent offenders
More than 50 people were charged this week as part of an FBI investigation into a bail bond scheme where accused violent offenders allegedly used falsified documents to get out of jail on bonds they likely couldn't afford.Law enforcement tells 13 Investigates it arrested 50 people Wednesday morning as part of a 108-count indictment related to wire fraud and conspiracy. Three more suspects, 44-year-old Tawana Jones of Houston, 60-year-old Pamela Yoder of Detroit, and 60-year-old Amir Khan of Pakistan, have warrants out for their arrest.Officials said 11 of the people charged in the sting were people who had been charged...
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