A Pasadena city councilwoman, Bianca Valerio, was arrested on November 30 by League City police officers on charges of possession of a controlled substance.
Valerio, who was elected in 2021 to represent City Council District B and reelected in 2023, is currently facing legal issues, though further details surrounding the arrest remain scarce.
Both the City of Pasadena and Valerio have been contacted for comments, with KPRC 2 awaiting responses. This arrest has brought significant attention to the city’s political landscape.