Undocumented immigrant arrested near White House over alleged plot to kill President Trump

An undocumented immigrant was arrested near the White House in a stolen car after saying voices in his head told him to kill President Donald Trump, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

New Houston order limits police contact with ICE
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Houston Mayor John Whitmire signed an executive order Friday changing the Houston Police Department's policy on contacting federal immigration authorities. FOX 26's Karys Belger explains the new rules and why the head of the Houston Police Officers Union is calling the order a political stunt.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo calls for release of man injured in ICE incident

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is calling for the immediate release of Miguel Parra Hernandez, who was struck by an ICE agent's vehicle last month. She is also raising concerns about his access to legal counsel, family visitation and medical care.

Houston ICE operation: County judge, advocates say man injured is treated unfairly
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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo was among others who called for the man injured in October's Houston ICE operation to be released from federal custody. FOX 26's Mekenna Earnhart shares the latest update on the case.

Border officers intercept 1,082 pounds of meth concealed in produce shipment

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than 1,000 pounds of methamphetamine hidden in a shipment of leeks, the agency said.

Texas governor race: Early thoughts on Abbott vs. Hinojosa
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The battle between Governor Greg Abbott and challenger Gina Hinojosa will come to a head on Election Day. Dan Godwin from our sister station in Dallas gives early thoughts on the race.

ICE agent indicted in Harris County crash: Defense attorney calls it an accident, not a crime

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent was indicted on an aggravated assault charge following a crash in Harris County. His defense attorney is firing back, calling the incident an accident, not a crime.

Defense attorney fires back after ICE agent indicted in Houston-area crash
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An Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent was indicted on an aggravated assault charge following a crash in Harris County. His defense attorney is firing back, calling the incident an accident, not a crime.

Houston immigrant advocates react to ICE agent indictment, demand accountability and injured man's release

FIEL and LULAC respond to the indictment of ICE agent Mario Alberto Morales in Harris County. Advocates call for accountability and the release of Miguel Parra-Hernandez, whose attorney says he remains unable to walk following an October 10 collision.

ICE, agent's attorney speaks against charge tied to Houston-area operation
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A Harris County grand jury has formally charged an ICE agent who allegedly crashed into a man during an operation earlier this month. FOX 26's Karys Belger shares responses from the Harris County District Attorney, an ICE spokesperson, and the agent's attorney.

HPD reports 17 transfers to ICE; Harris County sheriff explains different jail process

Houston police’s quarterly immigration report details 88 immigration-related encounters, including releases and ICE transfers, as LULAC raises community trust concerns.

Comparing ICE interactions with Houston Police, Harris County Sheriff's Office
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A newly released Houston Police Department report offers a closer look at encounters involving immigration authorities, while separate Harris County jail figures highlight the different ways local agencies interact with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. FOX 26's Karys Belger compares the two agencies.

Houston family seeks answers after 24-year-old detained by ICE during traffic stop

A Houston family is holding onto hope and demanding answers after 24-year-old Joceline Penaloza was taken into custody by ICE4 following an August traffic stop.

Houston family wants answers after loved one detained by ICE
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A Houston family is holding onto hope and demanding answers after Joceline Penaloza was taken into ICE custody after a traffic stop coming home from work. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez spoke with the family.

CBP officers seize $290K worth of cocaine at Laredo Port of Entry

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials stated that officers seized 49.3 pounds of alleged cocaine valued at more than $290,000 during an inspection at the Laredo Port of Entry.

San Antonio man sentenced to 15 years in federal meth and heroin conspiracy

A San Antonio man was sentenced to more than 15 years in federal prison for conspiring to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute at least 500 grams of methamphetamine.