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Former Venezuelan leader faces court in New York City
Nicolas Maduro, the former leader of Venezuela, is set to make his first court appearance in New York City today. Captured in a surprise attack early Saturday, Maduro and First Lady Cilia Flores face charges in the U.S. for narco-terrorism conspiracy, cocaine importation conspiracy, and weapons offenses.
UN Security Council to discuss Venezuela crisis
The United Nations Security Council will hold an emergency meeting today regarding the situation in Venezuela. Requested by Colombia and supported by Russia and China, the meeting reflects Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’ deep concerns over international law violations.
Overnight chase of military-style vehicle in Houston
Multiple law enforcement agencies pursued a military-style vehicle across Houston overnight. The chase began after an off-duty deputy constable witnessed a hit-and-run. The vehicle was stopped on the Eastex Freeway at Little York, with SWAT taking the suspect into custody. No injuries were reported, though 10 vehicles were damaged.
Trial begins for officer in Uvalde school shooting
Jury selection starts today for the trial of Adrian Gonzalez, the first officer to respond to the Uvalde school shooting. Gonzalez faces charges of child abandonment and endangerment for failing to engage the gunman in the 2022 shooting that killed 19 children and two teachers.
Lupe Tortilla employee’s court appearance
Bayson Elias Pu, a 31-year-old employee of Lupe Tortilla in Hedwig Village, is scheduled to appear in court today for a bail review. Arrested on New Year’s Eve, Pu is accused of placing a hidden recording device in a restroom, capturing video of a young child and an adult woman.