News Staff El Campo Police are switching back to white and blue patrol cars. The current black cars will be replaced as they retire. The new colors are more visible, which can help deter crime and prevent accidents. A new Dodge Charger is already sporting the new look. More cars, like a Chevrolet Tahoe, will follow soon. … Read more
Bay City is hosting a Town Hall Meeting this Saturday to plan for the upcoming budget year. The city wants your ideas and feedback. Your participation can help shape the city’s direction. The city is also forming focus groups from various sectors for more input. The meeting will be held from 10 a.m. to noon … Read more
On Monday night, a 65-year-old cyclist was hit from behind by a truck on N. Navarro St. in Victoria. The cyclist didn’t have the right safety gear and is now in critical condition. The truck driver, a 57-year-old man, wasn’t cited for the incident.
Two teachers from Lamar CISD, both 34 years old, were found dead in their home in Richmond. The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office is investigating it as a murder-suicide. Lamar CISD expressed deep sadness, offering support to their families, friends, and students. Counseling services are available during spring break, and when classes resume, staff will … Read more
A 37-year-old woman from North Carolina, Angelica Pantoja-Ramos, was arrested in Wharton County on Friday. She’s facing multiple charges, like Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity and Abandoning or Endangering a Child. Pantoja-Ramos is currently held in Wharton County Jail on a $65,000 bond
Lizbeth Medina, a 16-year-old cheerleader from Edna, was tragically found stabbed to death in her home by her mother, Jacqueline in December. The suspect, Rafael Romero, was later arrested and confessed to the crime. He was also suspected of stalking Lizbeth and burglarizing their home prior to the murder. Jacqueline vows to fight for justice … Read more
K-9 Deputy Kai, a 9-year-old dog who served the Wharton County Sheriff’s Office for 7 years, is hanging up his collar. Kai was a superstar in sniffing out drugs, finding hundreds of kilos of cocaine, marijuana, meth, and other drugs. Now, Kai’s off to enjoy a well-deserved retirement full of playtime, treats, and naps with … Read more
The Bay City Police Department recently recognized the staff of the local Children’s Advocacy Center for their tireless efforts in helping victims of abuse. These dedicated individuals work day in and day out to provide support for victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and child abuse in our community. Their selfless service has not gone … Read more
63-year-old Gary Martin, the owner of the Needville Hometown Journal in Fort Bend County, was arrested for allegedly sending inappropriate content online. He was caught in an online sting operation where he unknowingly chatted with an undercover officer posing as a minor. The chat included explicit messages and plans to meet. A search warrant was … Read more
Security guards at two Fort Bend ISD elementary schools are out of a job after leaving guns unattended on campus. Thankfully, kids didn’t touch them, but it still caused trouble. At Sullivan Elementary, a gun was found in a staff bathroom. Then, at Sugar Mill Elementary, a guard left their weapons in a classroom. Fortunately, … Read more