Houston police are changing how they handle ICE checks. Here's why
Fatima Rios
Fatima Rios
Reporter · Houston, TX
Fatima Rios has over 5 years of experience reporting on local governance at the Houston Chronicle. A graduate of the University of Houston, she is passionate about transparency and accountability in city politics.
More from Fatima →Reporter · Friday, November 6, 2026 at 5:32 PM · 1 min read
Houston Mayor John Whitmire is changing how HPD handles ICE-related warrant checks, citing community fears and changes in Texas leadership.