SUMMARY: A survivor of human trafficking, Sarah, is sharing her story to raise awareness about the prevalence of this crime, which affects over 25 million people annually, including in Austin. After experiencing trauma in her youth, she became involved with her trafficker who exploited her vulnerability. Now working with the nonprofit Unbound Now, Sarah helps other survivors and educates the community about the signs of trafficking. The organization supported nearly 200 survivors in Austin last year. Sarah emphasizes the importance of recognizing warning signs in both minor and adult trafficking to aid prevention efforts. Resources for reporting are available on their website.

In this FOX 7 CrimeWatch, a survivor shares her story to bring awareness about the prevalence of human trafficking.

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SUMMARY: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele has agreed to accept deportees from the U.S., including violent criminals. This unprecedented migratory deal allows El Salvador to jail convicted criminals of any nationality, helping alleviate overcrowded U.S. prisons. Bukele confirmed the offer on X, stating it could make El Salvador’s prison system sustainable through fees. While the Trump administration has no immediate plans to deport U.S. citizens, the potential agreement raises concerns among human rights activists. Rubio’s visit is part of a regional tour to address migration amid ongoing U.S. foreign assistance changes.

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SUMMARY: Our investigative team has found that many used clothing donation boxes are not sending items to legitimate charities. A significant issue involves fraudulent paperwork regarding their placement. Investigator Joel Eisenbock highlights a case at a Houston restaurant where a manager claimed her signature on the permit was forged. Similarly, a Burger King manager also reported not authorizing a donation box on their property. It’s advised that anyone encountering these unauthorized donation bins should call 311 for assistance and can contact local news investigators for further support.

Clothing donation boxes are a common sight across Houston, often placed in convenient locations for residents looking to donate items. However, some business owners are questioning how these boxes end up on their property without their consent.

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