Cuban National Among Three Arrested After Illegal Game Room Raid in Karnes County
A search warrant executed at a suspected illegal game room in Kenedy led to the arrest of three individuals, including a Cuban national now facing multiple felony charges and a federal immigration detainer. Investigators say gambling devices and other evidence were discovered during the operation conducted by the Karnes County Sheriff’s Office.
Kristen Hoyt Appointed Comal County Judge After Unanimous Commissioners Court Vote
Kristen Hoyt has been appointed Comal County Judge following a unanimous vote by the Comal County Commissioners Court and was sworn in by District Judge Gary Steel shortly after the decision. Hoyt, the former Comal County Tax Assessor-Collector and the Republican primary winner on March 3, fills the vacancy left after the passing of longtime County Judge Sherman Krause. The appointment takes effect immediately.
Hays County Names Tucker Furlow as First Deputy County Administrator
Hays County officials announced March 4, 2026, that Tucker Furlow has been appointed as the county’s first Deputy County Administrator, a newly created role intended to support countywide operations and long-term planning as the county continues to grow. Furlow, who has served nearly four years as an Assistant District Attorney in the Civil Division of the Hays County Criminal District Attorney’s Office, will work with the County Administrator and Commissioners Court to coordinate initiatives, strengthen interdepartmental communication, and assist with administrative planning.
Nearly $286K Found Inside “Happy Meal” Bag During South Texas Traffic Stop
Authorities in Kleberg County reported seizing more than $286,000 in U.S. currency during a traffic stop in Ricardo, Texas, after investigators said vacuum-sealed bundles of cash were discovered inside a McDonald’s “Happy Meal” bag. Officials said a K-9 unit alerted to the vehicle, leading agents to search the car and recover the bundled currency.
THC Products Discovered During Athens Traffic Stop Lead to Drug Distribution Charge
A traffic stop in Athens led Henderson County narcotics investigators to seize THC products, psilocybin-infused candy bars, marijuana and other suspected drug-distribution items, resulting in multiple felony charges against a local man.
Fayette County Deputies Seize 20 Kilograms of Methamphetamine During Interstate Stop
A Sunday evening traffic stop along Interstate 10 resulted in the seizure of approximately 20 kilograms of methamphetamine concealed inside modified rope spools, according to the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said a Houston man was arrested after a K-9 alert led deputies to 42 bags of meth hidden in the bed of the truck. Investigators believe the narcotics were traveling eastbound along the I-10 corridor and were allegedly destined for distribution in the Houston area.
Texas DPS: Download iWatchTexas and Help Report Suspicious Activity
The Texas Department of Public Safety is urging residents statewide to download the iWatchTexas app and report suspicious activity that could signal criminal, terroristic, or school-related threats. Officials say reports can be submitted in minutes through the app, website, or hotline, with each tip reviewed by law enforcement analysts. DPS emphasizes that the program is confidential and designed to help prevent potential threats before they escalate, while reminding the public to call 911 in emergencies.
Hidalgo County Detention Officer Resigns Before Arrest
A Hidalgo County detention officer resigned in lieu of termination days before being arrested by the Edinburg Police Department on a stalking charge, according to official records. Lathan Lee Sanchez, 25, was booked February 28 on a $30,000 bond as the sheriff’s office confirmed his employment status and departure from the agency.
Williamson County Overdose Investigation Leads to Arrest in Round Rock
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office executed a February 25, 2026, search warrant in the 700 block of David Curry Drive in Round Rock as part of an ongoing investigation into the February 4th overdose death of a 77-year-old woman. Authorities reported seizing multiple suspected controlled substances, a firearm and numerous electronic devices from the residence. Jail records show Jeannot Kane Robinson was arrested and booked on a $100,000 surety felony bond. The investigation remains ongoing.
Comal County and CorrHealth Accused of Cost-Driven Medical Delays in Federal Jail Death Lawsuit
A federal civil-rights lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas alleges that Comal County and its jail healthcare contractor, CorrHealth, maintained cost-containment policies that delayed or denied emergency medical treatment to a pretrial detainee who later died from a pulmonary embolism. The complaint, filed February 11, 2026, claims 33-year-old Bart J. Bond repeatedly reported severe chest pain, shortness of breath, and worsening vital signs over the course of nearly two weeks while housed in the Comal County Jail’s mental-health unit. Despite documented risk factors for blood clots and escalating symptoms, the lawsuit alleges he was never transported to a hospital for diagnostic imaging. The Travis County Medical Examiner determined Bond died on February 24, 2024, from pulmonary artery thromboembolism due to deep venous thrombosis. The suit contends that contractual limits on off-site medical costs were a moving force behind the alleged delays in care.