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During the Pandemic, Houston Cops Went Undercover and Arrested a Homeless Man Over 0.6 Grams of Meth

As Texas lifts its COVID-19 restrictions, the city’s jail remains overcrowded and its police and prosecutors continue to operate as normal.

Jerry Iannelli Mar 09, 2021

‘No Beds Left’: Houston’s Jail is a COVID-19 Superspreader

On Tuesday, Harris County Commissioners will decide if the D.A. and Sheriff will get more money to continue their neglect in the face of a public-health crisis.

Jerry Iannelli Jan 25, 2021

Houston Police Chief’s Speeches Supporting Protesters Were Widely Circulated—But Video Proves His Officers Cracked Down on Them

Videos contradict officers’ claims that they didn’t ‘kettle’ protesters.

Jerry Iannelli Jun 12, 2020