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In latest blunder, charges dropped against migrants arrested in Texas governor’s border crackdown because of faulty paperwork
BY JOLIE MCCULLOUGH at The Texas Tribune, NOV. 4, 2021 Sign up for The Brief, our daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. Trespassing charges filed against dozens of migrants arrested under Gov. Greg Abbott’s “catch and jail” border security initiative were dropped last week because court documents filed by
Congressional Democrats ask feds to investigate whether Texas migrant arrests violate constitutional rights
BY JOLIE MCCULLOUGH at The Texas Tribune, OCT. 29, 2021 Sign up for The Brief, our daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. More than two dozen Democratic members of Congress called on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. attorney general to investigate legal problems that have
Bandera murder suspect apprehended in Kerrville
A joint cooperation effort between the Bandera County Sheriff’s Office, Kerrville Police Department and Kerr County Sheriff’s office resulted in the arrest of a suspect wanted in the shooting death of a 22-year-old Bandera man early Monday morning.
Suspect charged with DWI in an accident with Kerrville PD officer
A Kerrville Police Department (KPD) officer was injured when his vehicle was involved in a head-on accident reportedly caused by an intoxicated driver Saturday evening at approximately 10:00 PM
What We Can Learn From The 1954 Capitol Attack By Puerto Rican Nationalists
The group’s self-proclaimed leader, Lolita Lebrón, was prepared to die for Puerto Rico’s independence. She survived, and was sentenced to 50 years in prison.
Armed citizen assists stabbing victim, detains suspect for Kerrville police
An unnamed citizen is being heralded for efforts in assisting a stabbing victim and holding a suspect at bay until police arrived.
Nolasco reorganizing Uvalde county sheriff’s office
By Julye Keeble at the Uvalde Leader-News, Jan. 10, 2021 Uvalde County Sheriff Ruben Nolasco, who took office Jan. 1, is restructuring the sheriff’s office in hopes of providing more coverage as the county deals with a rash of car chases related to human smuggling in addition to all law enforcement duties. “I had to
Bandera City repeals ordinance regarding mask fines
Bandera City Council voted 3-2 Monday night to rescind Ordinance No. 377, which was enacted last July. The vote was held during a special meeting following state-mandated closures of bars throughout the county on Dec. 29.
Larry Leitha sworn in as new Kerr County Sheriff
By Hill Country Community Journal News Staff, Jan. 1, 2021 Larry Leitha officially became the new Kerr County Sheriff after being sworn in by Judge Rex Emerson earlier this morning as part of the annual ceremony held at the Hill Country Youth Event Center. After taking his oath of office, with his children Larry, Jr.
Uvalde County Sheriff lauds deputy with Bronze Star for bravery
Uvalde County Sheriff’s Deputy Eric Gonzales on Tuesday was awarded a Bronze Star for valor and bravery in the line of duty, as well as a commemorative plaque, at an awards ceremony hosted by Sheriff Charles Mendeke.
Ingram mayor may resign by Monday
Although staff at Ingram City Hall had nothing in-hand as of Thursday afternoon, there are signs Mayor Brandon Rowan may submit a letter of resignation by Monday.
Comfort man accused of felony drug crime
Other Kerrville-area residents accused of felony drug crimes
