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    Deadly Accident Claims Lives of U.S. and Mexican Officials in Chihuahua

    The officials were returning from a drug eradication operation when the incident occurred.

    Harlingen Man Sentenced to Life for Cartel-Linked Drug Trafficking

    Authorities link 51-year-old to Sinaloa Cartel, detail exploitation of young women as couriers

    Nearly 500 Lbs. of Liquid Meth Worth Up to $3M Found in Crashed Minivan

    Two people died after the van crashed in Fort Worth, Texas, and authorities discovered the massive drug haul.

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    Recent news

    Apr. 18, 2026

    Nearly 500 Pounds of Liquid Meth Worth $3 Million Found After Deadly Texas Crash

    Authorities investigate mobile meth lab operation between Dallas and Fort Worth

    Apr. 18, 2026

    Texas Man Sentenced to Life for Sinaloa Cartel Fentanyl Smuggling

    Jimenez James Love convicted of trafficking over 2 million lethal doses of fentanyl

    Apr. 18, 2026

    Sinaloa Cartel smuggler sentenced to life for fentanyl trafficking

    Jimenez James Love convicted of possessing over 2 million lethal doses of the deadly opioid

    Apr. 18, 2026

    Dallas Studio Owner Faces Charges After Police Raid

    Israel Luna and Marc Tuton arrested, facing multiple counts related to sexually-oriented business

    Apr. 17, 2026

    Fentanyl Dealer Sentenced to 30 Years for Teen's Overdose Death

    First-of-its-kind murder conviction in Williamson County targets deadly drug trade.

    Apr. 17, 2026

    Texas Prisons Restrict Hardback Books to Curb Contraband

    New rules aim to stop drugs and other contraband from being smuggled into facilities through book bindings and pages.

    Apr. 17, 2026

    Mexican National Sentenced to 27 Years for Cocaine, Cash Smuggling

    Jose Antonio Gabaldon-Salas admitted to trafficking up to 12 kilos of cocaine per month and possessing nearly $100,000 in illegal proceeds.

    Apr. 16, 2026

    Mexican Cocaine Runner Sentenced to 27 Years in Prison

    Authorities say the 30-year-old man worked for a cartel out of fear of threats and violence.

    Apr. 16, 2026

    3 Arrested in Austin Proactive Operation Targeting Neighborhood Crimes

    Suspects face charges related to methamphetamine possession and distribution

    Apr. 16, 2026

    Mexican Cocaine Runner Sentenced to 27 Years in Prison

    Jose Antonio Gabaldon-Salas claimed he worked for a drug trafficking organization out of fear of threats and violence.

    Apr. 15, 2026

    NRH Man Sentenced to 6 Years for Fentanyl Death

    Steven Strinko pleaded guilty to manslaughter after a North Richland Hills overdose incident.

    Apr. 15, 2026

    Dallas Auto Mechanic Sentenced for Drug Trafficking

    Jose Cruz Badillo-Rivera received over 7 years in prison for running a meth distribution operation out of his repair shop.

    Apr. 14, 2026

    Five Arrested in Midland County Drug Bust

    Methamphetamine and firearm seized during search warrant execution

    Apr. 14, 2026

    Brenham Woman Arrested for Meth Possession in College Station

    Police found drugs during a disturbance call at a local motel.

    Apr. 14, 2026

    Bryan Man Arrested for Drug Dealing

    Police found drugs and cash during a traffic stop in the Texas city.
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