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  • 3 weeks ago | fox26houston.com | Abigail Dye

    In Texas, a convicted felon can legally own a firearm - with some restrictions. Here's what you need to know. The law and the limits  Under Texas Penal Code §46.04, individuals convicted of a felony may legally possess a firearm at their home five years after completing their sentence, including any parole or probation period. The law only allows possession at the person's residence. The same rule applies to family violence convictions.

  • 3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Abigail Dye

    The BriefFelons can own firearms in Texas under certain circumstances, but it remains federally illegal. Five years must pass after the completion of their sentence, and they are only permitted to have the gun in their residence. Defense attorney Anthony Osso answers FAQ's around the law and restrictionsHOUSTON - In Texas, a convicted felon can legally own a firearm - with some restrictions. Here's what you need to know.

  • 3 weeks ago | fox26houston.com | Abigail Dye

    A new Texas law aims to crack down on a growing crime trend known as jugging — where suspects follow victims from banks to steal cash  — by making the act a chargeable offense on its own. Texas Law Targets 'Jugging' with New Criminal Offense After Rise in Cases Across Houston House Bill 1902, signed into law recently, officially creates the criminal offense of jugging under Section 29.04 of the Texas Penal Code. The law takes effect Sept.

  • 3 weeks ago | fox26houston.com | Abigail Dye

    FOX26 continues the investigation into the former operator of the Charleston Lane venue in Willis, Texas. The total losses of possible victims who have come forward now totals more than $153,000. The ‘Wedding Scammer’  The backstory: In March, FOX 26 broke the story of a Houston bride who lost more than $50 thousand to the former operator after showing up to the venue the day before her wedding to locked doors.

  • 3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Abigail Dye

    The BriefCharleston Lane's former operator is accused of running off with payments from Houston couples and not delivering services. The current total from our reporting is over $153 thousand in losses. Authorities are investigating the Willis wedding venue after FOX 26 aired a story on allegations of fraud. More possible victims are coming forward alleging losses and unauthorized credit card payments.

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Abigail Dye
Abigail Dye @AbigailDyeNews
17 Jun 25

An archaeologist from Katy sent me this video. He got back from #Jerusalem yesterday where he was on a project excavating for biblical research. Other Houstonians are still there, I’ll have their interviews later tonight. #IsraelIranConflict https://t.co/QGivPGn0sK

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14 Jun 25

Shelter in place has been LIFTED

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Abigail Dye @AbigailDyeNews

SHELTER IN PLACE ISSUED ordered for the area from HWY 146 to Bay St due to a fire at the Marathon facility. Please take the following actions immediately: Go indoors and stay inside. Close all doors and windows. Turn off air conditioning or heating systems. https://t.co/3xxyEVqsOe

Abigail Dye
Abigail Dye @AbigailDyeNews
14 Jun 25

SHELTER IN PLACE ISSUED ordered for the area from HWY 146 to Bay St due to a fire at the Marathon facility. Please take the following actions immediately: Go indoors and stay inside. Close all doors and windows. Turn off air conditioning or heating systems. https://t.co/3xxyEVqsOe