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Houston woman admits filing over $500K in fake applications for disaster relief funds, used Instagram to promote it
Read full article: Houston woman admits filing over $500K in fake applications for disaster relief funds, used Instagram to promote itProsecutors say Khalia Douglas posted stories on her Instagram with captions flat out incriminating her saying: “SBA is back open. $350 for method. Yes, I’m doing applications $100 upfront & $2k when your money hits. You’ll need a real bank account.”
Houston man exploits Hurricane Harvey funds, recieves newly built home worth over $300K
Read full article: Houston man exploits Hurricane Harvey funds, recieves newly built home worth over $300KProsecutors say Christopher Montealegre, 45, pleaded guilty to applying for and receiving a newly built home worth $314,000 with federally approved funds meant to assist Hurricane Harvey victims.
Bissonnet track trafficker Jmoney, described as ‘every parent’s worst nightmare,’ faces 20-year prison sentence
Read full article: Bissonnet track trafficker Jmoney, described as ‘every parent’s worst nightmare,’ faces 20-year prison sentenceJerreck Hilliard, AKA Jmoney, was one of several suspects 'in the pimp game' back in 2021, accused of trafficking young girls on the infamous Bissonnet Track.
Local broadcasts for 11 NHL teams will remain on Bally Sports after agreement
Read full article: Local broadcasts for 11 NHL teams will remain on Bally Sports after agreementThe NHL and Diamond Sports Group, the largest owner of regional sports networks, have reached an agreement that will keep local broadcasts for 11 teams on Bally Sports through the end of this season.
Local broadcasts for 15 NBA teams will remain on Bally Sports after agreement
Read full article: Local broadcasts for 15 NBA teams will remain on Bally Sports after agreementThe NBA and Diamond Sports Group, the largest owner of regional sports networks, have reached an agreement that will keep local broadcasts for 15 teams on Bally Sports through the end of this season.
Man on the run for 35 years for multiple sex crimes in California captured in Galveston
Read full article: Man on the run for 35 years for multiple sex crimes in California captured in GalvestonA man accused of multiple sex crimes and been on the run for 35 years has been captured in Galveston, according to the U.S. Marshals Service in the Southern District of Texas.
Dozens arrested, multiple firearms, narcotics seized violent crime initiative in Houston area, DOJ announces
Read full article: Dozens arrested, multiple firearms, narcotics seized violent crime initiative in Houston area, DOJ announcesThe charges against 39 individuals are the newest brought in the Department of Justice Criminal Division’s Houston Violent Crime Initiative, conducted in partnership with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas and local, state and federal law enforcement.
Judge: Diamond Sports must pay full value of contracts to Diamondbacks, Guardians, Twins, Rangers
Read full article: Judge: Diamond Sports must pay full value of contracts to Diamondbacks, Guardians, Twins, RangersA federal bankruptcy judge has ordered Diamond Sports to pay the full value of its media contracts to the Arizona Diamondbacks, Cleveland Guardians, Minnesota Twins and Texas Rangers.
As Fentanyl deaths rise, greater focus is placed by law enforcement on Mexico and the border
Read full article: As Fentanyl deaths rise, greater focus is placed by law enforcement on Mexico and the borderFentanyl, one of the most lethal drugs on the streets, has the ability for a vast quantity to be transported in little spaces.
RodeoHouston, NRG Park correct ADA violations for people with disabilities ahead of 2023 season, US Attorney says
Read full article: RodeoHouston, NRG Park correct ADA violations for people with disabilities ahead of 2023 season, US Attorney saysThe U.S. Attorney’s Office announced Thursday that an investigation into the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has been completed.
‘We will prosecute without favor, without fear’: Recently appointed Alamdar Hamdani is the 4th U.S. Attorney of South Asian descent in nation, 1st in district
Read full article: ‘We will prosecute without favor, without fear’: Recently appointed Alamdar Hamdani is the 4th U.S. Attorney of South Asian descent in nation, 1st in districtThe meeting started off with a simple introduction by the top law enforcement official in our area: “My name Alamdar Hamdani. I go by Al.”
Targeted law enforcement operation takes more than 150 violent criminals off Houston area streets
Read full article: Targeted law enforcement operation takes more than 150 violent criminals off Houston area streetsA news conference was held Wednesday morning to announce the success of Operation North Star, a 30-day multi-agency operation led by the US Marshal Service to combat violent crime in 10 cities nationwide.
Friendswood man who sexually exploited minors through social media gets 35-year sentence
Read full article: Friendswood man who sexually exploited minors through social media gets 35-year sentenceA Friendswood man convicted of sexually exploiting minors and other child pornography changes was sentenced this week to 35 years in prison, the U.S. attorney’s office for the Southern District of Texas announced.
Man arrested in Spring facing federal charges in Capitol riots, court documents say
Read full article: Man arrested in Spring facing federal charges in Capitol riots, court documents sayJoshua R. Lollar was arrested in Spring on Friday, according to court documents. Images included with criminal complaint against Joshua R. Lollar filed on Jan. 15, 2021 in U.S. Courts Southern District of Texas. (U.S. Courts Southern District of Texas)Images included with criminal complaint against Joshua R. Lollar filed on Jan. 15, 2021 in U.S. Courts Southern District of Texas. (U.S. Courts Southern District of Texas)Images included with criminal complaint against Joshua R. Lollar filed on Jan. 15, 2021 in U.S. Courts Southern District of Texas. (U.S. Courts Southern District of Texas)
ONLY ON 2: US attorney discusses federal charges filed in Manzano case
Read full article: ONLY ON 2: US attorney discusses federal charges filed in Manzano caseHOUSTON – Ryan Patrick, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas, spoke to KPRC 2 on Thursday about the federal charges his office brought against Elmer Manzano, the man accused of killing a Houston police sergeant and wounding another officer. “We brought two federal charges -- one for being a felon in possession of a firearm and for being an alien in possession of a firearm,” Patrick said. Manzano, a 51-year old convicted felon, is accused of shooting and killing Houston police Sgt. Federal charging documents show that as early as Saturday, Houston police knew Manzano had a gun. On both occasions, the wife said Manzano displayed a weapon and she feared for her life.
Houston woman charged in $2M COVID-19 relief fund fraud
Read full article: Houston woman charged in $2M COVID-19 relief fund fraudHOUSTON – A Houston woman was charged after she fraudulently obtained more than $1.9 million in Paycheck Protection Program, according to Acting Assistant Attorney General Brian C. Rabbitt of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division and U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Patrick of the Southern District of Texas. Lola Shalewa Barbara Kasali, 22, was charged with making false statements to a financial institution, wire fraud, bank fraud and engaging in unlawful monetary transactions. She received more than $1.9 million in PPP loan funds and after the approval of Lola’s Level application, according to the complaint. Kasali transferred the money in four separate bank accounts after receiving the funds, which were later seized by authorities, according to the charges. She appeared in court before a U.S. Magistrate Judge Christina Bryan in Houston at 2 p.m. on Wednesday.
Illegal border crossings decrease as 2019 winds down
Read full article: Illegal border crossings decrease as 2019 winds downHOUSTON – As the year comes to a close, the number of immigrants crossing the border from Mexico into Texas illegally is dropping. “The amount of traffic that we’re encountering here daily has gone down significantly,” said U.S. Border Patrol Agent Herman Rivera. The crisis peaked in May when more than 140,000 people were caught crossing the border or deemed “inadmissible.” But by the end of November, that number dropped to just over 42,000. Rivera believes all of this is why there’s been a decrease in families crossing the border and why those caught crossing, don’t simply surrender like they did earlier this year. “They’re running because they know if they get caught they’re going to get sent back to their country,” Rivera said.