Man arrested after allegedly beating stolen horse in Brookshire

The Brookshire Police Department says a man who was wanted for allegedly beating and punching a stolen horse was taken into custody in Austin County.

Several dogs in need after owner dies, leaving them alone on property

The property has been neglected for years and became overrun with trash. The owner lived there with over a dozen dogs until she passed away just before Christmas. Neighbors have stepped in to try to save the dogs, but are in need of help.

Hempstead mayor arrested on charge of abuse of official capacity

The Mayor of Hempstead has been arrested on a state jail felony charge of abuse of official capacity, the Waller County District Attorney’s Office says.

Hempstead mayor facing felony charges accused of abusing power
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New details are being released about the mayor of Hempstead. Mayor Wolfe allegedly had himself and his daughter exempt from utility cutoffs, resulting in a total debt of $20,000 to the city.