News Staff The El Campo EMS Department has been nationally recognized for its life-saving efforts, announced by EMS Director Garret Bubela during a recent city council session. The American Heart Association honored El Campo EMS for their exceptional dedication to providing top-notch care for heart attack and stroke patients. This achievement comes as they secured a spot … Read more
Governor Greg Abbott signed two bipartisan bills cracking down on illegal street racing. The bills provide law enforcement and prosecutors with more tools to tackle organized street racing and reckless driving. The first bill enhances penalties for offenders, ensuring substantial consequences. The second bill allows immediate removal of vehicles involved in street racing for safety. … Read more
Last weekend’s fatal fire in Boling, claiming two lives, is now being investigated by the Fort Bend County Fire Marshall’s office. Mike Moncebias and Melinda Bullock, both 61, tragically lost their lives in the fire. The cause is suspected to be electrical, originating in the attic, according to Wharton County officials. Firefighters from multiple departments … Read more
Logan Moore, a talented cowboy from Wharton County Junior College, achieved the title of National Champion Heeler. His exceptional tenacity and dedication have led to numerous accolades, including being a three-time qualifier for the College National Finals Rodeo and earning Top 10 rankings twice. Partnering with Slade Wood from Southwest Texas Junior College, they secured … Read more
Wharton police are seeking help to solve a recent shooting at an elderly resident’s home. The house was struck by eight bullets, and one hit the 75-year-old homeowner’s mattress while she was sleeping. Thankfully, she was unharmed, but it’s a serious incident. The police have not disclosed her identity, and she wasn’t the intended target. … Read more
Today, jury selection begins at the Matagorda County Courthouse for the capital murder trial of Alex Rojas, a Palacios man accused of killing a child. In Texas, capital felony charges carry severe penalties, including the possibility of execution if convicted. Rojas also faces additional charges, such as aggravated sexual assault of a child and burglary. … Read more
A convicted drug dealer from El Campo, Lawrence Herald Jr., has been sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of delivering a controlled substance. The 77-year-old was not present in court to hear the verdict, and the jury was informed that he had not appeared. There’s no requirement for the defendant to be … Read more
A truck driver was arrested in Texas after authorities discovered two stolen pickup trucks in their trailer. The incident occurred during a traffic stop on July 29th in Fort Bend County. The stolen vehicles, both brand new models, were found by a DPS trooper certified in commercial vehicle enforcement. The driver, whose name wasn’t disclosed, … Read more
In a tragic case, a 36-year-old mother from Sugar Land, Khierra Sada Walker, will spend 50 years in prison for the death of her 12-year-old daughter. Walker was sentenced after pleading guilty to injury to a child by omission causing serious bodily injury. The authorities were alerted when they found the non-responsive 12-year-old girl with … Read more
According to a recent study by the March Of Dimes, approximately one in ten women who gave birth last year lived more than 30 minutes away from a birthing hospital. More than a third of U.S. counties are classified as “maternity care deserts,” with rural areas being the most affected. Eight counties in Texas, such … Read more