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Corvette fleeing police crashes into Masonic lodge in northwest Houston
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- Corvette fleeing police crashes into Masonic lodge in northwest Houston
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Houston, TX - A Corvette fleeing from police crashed into a Masonic lodge in the 6200 block of W Little York.
According to Houston police, officers initially observed the driver running red lights and driving recklessly at high speeds just after 2 a.m., , on West Montgomery before the suspect fled. The pursuit lasted about five minutes and ended after the Corvette suffered a flat tire and crashed into the building.
Firefighters extricated the male driver and a female passenger, both believed to be in their 30s. They were transported to a local hospital in stable condition.
Police said the driver was originally wanted for aggravated felony theft and engaging in organized crime. New charges will be determined by the district attorney’s office.
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- Driver and passenger extricated after Corvette crashes into Masonic lodge during pursuit
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- 13:52
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A Corvette fleeing from Houston Police flipped over and crashed into a Masonic lodge in northwest Houston.
The crash occurred at 6203 W. Little York Road after officers attempted to stop the vehicle.
According to the Houston Police Department, patrol officers observed a Corvette running red lights and driving reckless at high speeds on West Montgomery Road. When officers attempted to stop the vehicle, it fled. Police said the chase lasted about five minutes until the Corvette got a flat tire, flipped over, and crashed into the building.
The male driver and female passenger, both believed to be in their 30s, were trapped inside the vehicle. Houston Fire Department crews performed an extrication and transported both to a hospital. They are reported to be in stable condition.
Police do not believe the car is stolen at this time, but the investigation is ongoing. The male driver was wanted for aggregate felony theft and en...
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- Off duty Harris County deputy killed in motorcycle crash on Aldine Westfield
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HARRIS COUNTY, TX – An off-duty Harris County Sheriff’s Office deputy was killed in a crash in the 23000 block of Aldine Westfield near Wood River.
Deputies were dispatched to a major vehicle crash at the intersection of Aldine Westfield and Wood River. Upon arrival, they found a two-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle.
The motorcycle rider, identified as an off-duty deputy riding his personal motorcycle, was found unconscious and unresponsive at the scene. EMS and fire department personnel attempted life-saving measures but were unsuccessful. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The other vehicle involved remained at the location, and the driver is cooperating with investigators. There were no indicators of intoxication at the time, according to officials.
The Harris County Constable’s Office Precinct 4 Accident Investigation Team is conducting the crash investigation. No additional details have been released.
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- Former Uplift apartment complex catches fire in southeast Houston
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- 0:14
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A fire was reported at a vacant apartment complex in Houston
The incident occurred at 6605 Hogue at the former Uplift Apartments around 1 a.m.
According to the Houston Fire Department, the apartment complex was vacant at the time of the fire and no injuries were reported.
The cause of the fire has not been released.
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- Large metal recycling pile fire prompts shelter in place in Dayton
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- 0:22
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- DAYTON, TX – A large fire at the Omni Recycling Center prompted a shelter-in-place order after a massive pile of shredded household metal products ignited, officials said.
Nathan Green with the Liberty County Fire Marshal's Office said the fire was discovered around 6:30 p.m. in a pile described as roughly the size of a football field and originally about 45 to 50 feet tall.
The fire remains contained to the single pile that ignited. Officials said portions of the pile have burned down between 10 and 15 feet, while other sections remain between 35 and 40 feet high. Crews are keeping water on adjacent piles to prevent the blaze from spreading.
Approximately 40 fire apparatus from about 13 departments responded, including roughly 15 tanker trucks shuttling water after a hydrant on the property was unable to maintain supply. A hydrant connected to the city main is being used to support a ladder truck operation.
The pile consisted of fi...
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- Houstonians, Judge Lina Hidalgo celebrate Lunar New Year at Teo Chew Temple
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- 26:12
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Lina Hidalgo joined many Houstonians in west Houston to celebrate Lunar New Year at the Teo Chew Temple.
Today marks the beginning of the Year of the Fire Horse, which symbolizes energy, freedom and rapid forward momentum. Today also marks the start of the 15-day Spring Festival, which will conclude March 3 with the Lantern Festival.
Families, community members and local leaders gathered at the temple to recognize the cultural significance of the holiday and celebrate Houston’s Asian American community.
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- Hidden fire in mansion attic void space causes partial roof collapse
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- 0:53
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- MEMORIAL VILLAGES, TX – The Village Fire Department responded just after 9 p.m. to a fire inside a large mansion after smoke was reported in the residence, located in the 12700 block of Tall Oaks.
The homeowner reported seeing smoke and fire coming from the bathroom ceiling. Crews entered with a thermal camera and located hotspots, determining the fire was burning in a void space in the attic.
Fire officials stated the roof itself is metal with heavy wood decking beneath it, and the walls are double thickness of wood with stucco on the outside, making it difficult to access the fire. Significant manpower was required to reach the flames.
At one point, crews backed out due to structural concerns as the roof collapsed inward. Firefighters later regained control and extinguished the fire after gaining access to the attic void space.
Crews were still working at the scene after 2 a.m.
No injuries were reported to the homeown...
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- Oversized hay load drops bales on U S 59 at 288 split; Volvo driver crashes into patrol vehicle, of
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – An oversized vehicle hauling hay lost part of its load just after midnight on the outbound U.S. 59 freeway at the 288 split, prompting lane closures and a secondary crash that injured a Houston police officer.
According to police, the hay load struck the overpass above and several large round hay bales fell onto the roadway. Patrol units blocked the freeway to protect motorists while crews awaited a heavy-duty wrecker to remove the large hay bales.
Just after 3 a.m., while the roadway remained closed, a Volvo broke through the barricades and struck a marked patrol vehicle with an officer inside. The officer was transported to Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center with minor, non-life-threatening injuries.
Police said the driver was checked for impairment and admitted to having drinks prior to the crash. The department’s DWI task force is handling that portion of the investigation, while additional units continue investigating the...
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- Vacant home catches fire on Fitch Street in northeast Houston
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- 0:15
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – The Houston Fire Department responded to a house fire on Fitch Street in northeast Houston.
According to a neighbor, the home is vacant, but homeless individuals in the area are known to break in.
The cause of the fire has not been released.
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- Woman, dog rescued after overnight apartment fire in northeast Houston
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Fire crews responded to a working apartment fire around midnight on Collingsworth near Crosstimbers in northeast Houston after a chief returning from a previous fire noticed smoke and flames coming from the location and requested a box for a working fire.
The building is a four-unit apartment complex. Firefighters reported the far end unit was involved with fire and began checking the units to make sure everyone got out.
Crews located one female still inside one of the units. The first fire truck arrived about four minutes later and assisted in pulling her out. She was evaluated by EMS for extensive smoke inhalation before being transported to a hospital.
Firefighters also assisted one dog from the apartment. Crews used oxygen masks designed for dogs, and the dog appeared to be recovering.
Officials said there were reports that someone lives in the far unit and was there tonight, but they have not been able to account ...
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- Man found shot inside pickup truck in east Houston dies at hospital
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- 0:43
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A man was found shot inside a pickup truck in east Houston and later died at a hospital.
Around 8:05 p.m., officers with the Houston Police Department’s South Central Patrol Division responded to a shooting call in the 5100 block of Bell Street. When officers arrived, they located a male inside a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck suffering from a gunshot wound.
Houston Fire Department personnel arrived, treated the victim at the scene, and transported him to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
Police said the shooting occurred one street over in the 5100 block of Clay Street. That area was taped off as investigators collected evidence and awaited homicide detectives to conduct follow-up.
The suspects were described as two Hispanic males wearing black hoodies. One was possibly wearing either an orange and black mask or a yellow and black mask. They were last seen running from the scene. Investigators sa...
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- Two juveniles shot after suspects allegedly attempt marijuana sale at southeast Houston park
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- 0:53
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Two juveniles were shot after suspects in a white Nissan approached a group of teens playing basketball at Zollie Scales Park in southeast Houston and allegedly attempted to sell marijuana.
Around 6:30 p.m., officers with the Houston Police Department responded to the park after receiving reports of a shooting. Witnesses stated that two to three Black males, believed to be in their 20s to 30s, arrived at the park in a white Nissan and approached a group of juveniles playing basketball.
The suspects allegedly asked if anyone wanted to buy marijuana. A 17-year-old male and a 14-year-old male approached the vehicle. At some point during the interaction, the suspects fired multiple shots, striking the 14-year-old in the leg and the 17-year-old in the hand.
Both juveniles were transported to local hospitals by Houston Police Department officers and are reported to be in stable condition.
Police recovered what appeared to be...
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- Man shot by son while working on bike in garage shed
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- KINGWOOD, TX – An adult male was shot in the neck or face area while working on his bike inside a garage shed at a residence in the 2700 block of Tinechester.
Officers responded to the shooting around 2 a.m. and found the man suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to a nearby hospital.
According to police, the victim said he was working in the garage shed when he heard a loud bang and felt pain in his jaw or neck. He told officers that when he turned around, he saw his son standing over him with a gun.
The suspect initially fled the scene, prompting officers to establish a perimeter and search the area. Police later confirmed the Cleveland Police Department took the suspect into custody.
The motive for the shooting has not been released. The investigation remains ongoing.
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- Teen critically injured after ex boyfriend allegedly fires into Houston home
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A teenage male is in critical condition after being shot inside a home in the 600 block of Granville around 3:30 a.m.
Officers with the Houston Police Department responded to a shooting call and found an approximately 18-year-old male with a gunshot wound to the upper torso.
Police said the suspect is believed to be an ex-boyfriend who arrived at the residence and began firing multiple rounds into the home. Several people were inside the residence at the time of the shooting.
When gunfire began, occupants dropped to the floor, except for the victim, who stood up and was struck. Investigators believe the residence is where the ex-girlfriend lives, though the relationship between the victim and others inside the home is still unclear.
The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he remains in critical condition.
The Houston Police Department Major Assaults Division has been notified and is investig...
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- Pedestrian struck and killed while crossing FM 1960 East in Atascocita
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- 0:19
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- ATASCOCITA, TX – A pedestrian was struck and killed while attempting to cross a roadway in the Atascocita area.
The crash occurred around 10:45 p.m. in the 7900 block of FM 1960 East.
According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to an auto-pedestrian crash at the location. Investigators said a pedestrian was attempting to cross the roadway when struck by a vehicle. The pedestrian was transported to a hospital with CPR in progress and did not survive.
The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. Deputies said he did not show any signs of intoxication.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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- Judge Lina Hidalgo: Tree fell on pipeline during storms and caused crude oil release in Crosby
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- 3:30
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A shelter-in-place order has been lifted after a tree fell onto a crude oil pipeline during storms near the 16700 block of Golf Club in the Newport area of Crosby.
According to Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, the tree struck an Energy Transfer pipeline valve, causing a release of crude oil. Approximately 150 gallons spilled before the valve was shut off.
The crude oil did not reach residents or nearby bodies of water and extended about 10 feet from the plant fence line. First responders placed containment booms around the site to prevent the spill from spreading.
Residents on one street were briefly placed under a shelter-in-place order as a precaution. Hazmat teams later determined the air was safe to breathe, and the order was lifted.
No injuries were reported and no one sought medical attention in connection with the incident. Crosby Fire Department, the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office, and Hazmat crew...
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- Man knocks on woman’s door after being shot at The Life at Westpark Apartment Complex
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – An adult male knocked on a woman’s door for help after being shot around 3 a.m. at The Life at Westpark Apartment Complex in west Houston.
The shooting occurred in the 14100 block of Rio Bonito. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, patrol deputies arrived at the scene, rendered aid to the victim, and he was transported to a local hospital. He is currently listed in critical but stable condition.
It remains to be determined whether a vehicle seen in video footage with a broken window is connected to the shooting.
No other information has been released at this time.
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- Neighbor finds pool of blood leading to discovery of two bodies at Houston House Apartments
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- 1:49
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A man and woman were found deceased from gunshot wounds inside an apartment at the Houston House Apartments in the 1600 block of Fannin Street.
The discovery came shortly before 10 p.m., when a neighbor returning home noticed a pool of blood outside a nearby unit and called police. Officers with the Houston Police Department responded and entered the apartment to check for anyone needing medical attention.
Inside, they found an adult female and an adult male, both deceased from apparent gunshot wounds. A firearm was recovered at the scene, though it is unclear where it was located in relation to the victims.
Investigators have not determined what led to the shooting. No suspects are being sought at this time.
HPD Homicide Division detectives are leading the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Houston Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
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- Bystander transports teen shot in neck to hospital after Aldine Mail Route shooting
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- 2:48
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A teenage male was critically injured after being shot in the neck in the 5200 block of Aldine Mail Route.
According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to reports of shots fired in the area. A bystander transported the teen from the scene to a local hospital. He was later transferred to a downtown facility for further treatment. His current condition remains unknown, though he was last reported to be in critical condition.
Shell casings were recovered at the scene, but no weapons were found. One nearby vehicle was struck by gunfire. No other injuries were reported.
The Sheriff’s Office stated that several people were in the area near local businesses, and a few witnesses were interviewed. The motive remains unknown, and no suspects have been identified.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
For mo...
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- Suspect apprehended after fatal shooting on Hufsmith Kohrville Road
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- 3:49
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A female suspect was taken into custody after a fatal shooting near the 24700 block of Hufsmith Kohrville Road.
According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, deputies responded to the area where a male had been shot. He was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
Constable Mark Herman stated that deputies with his office also responded to the scene and a suspect was quickly identified. Deputies then coordinated with air support, K9 units, and other assisting agencies to secure the area. According to Constable Herman, the suspect was safely apprehended and taken into custody. He also stated that the case has now been classified as a murder/manslaughter investigation.
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- Man dies after being involved in fight with another man in Harris County
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- 4:02
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A man died after being involved in a fight with another man in the 11000 block of Freeport.
Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office responded around 7:30 p.m. to what was initially reported as a medical emergency. When they arrived, they found a man unresponsive for unknown reasons.
Deputies began lifesaving efforts until EMS arrived and took over. The man was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Investigators said the victim may have been involved in a physical altercation earlier with another male. That individual later returned to the scene and told deputies he had been in a fight with the victim. A witness reportedly identified the two men as having been involved in the altercation.
At this time, investigators said they do not know whether the victim had injuries consistent with a gunshot or stabbing. The victim, believed to be in his late 20s or early 30s, has not been identified.
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- Victor Paillet aka “Kandy Red Bread” makes first court appearance
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- “Kandy Red Bread,” whose real name is Victor Paillet, appeared in court for the first time in Montgomery County in a case involving a 2-year-old child. During the hearing, he covered his face with an envelope inside the courtroom.
Outside the courtroom, Dr. Candice Matthews and Quanell X addressed the case. Quanell X called on the Texas Legislature to change state law to make the death penalty an option in cases like this.
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- Dr. Matthews, Quanell X call for death penalty change after “Kandy Red Bread” hearing
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- 4:55
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX – Dr. Candice Matthews and Quanell X spoke outside a Montgomery County courtroom following the first court appearance of Victor Paillet, 40, known on social media as “Kandy Red Bread,” who is accused in a case involving a 2-year-old child.
Paillet was arrested on Jan. 16 and charged with first-degree aggravated sexual assault of a child and promotion of child pornography.
Dr. Matthews stated the defendant appeared in court and attempted to conceal his face. She said it is unacceptable that a 2-year-old child was allegedly violated and said she hopes the child receives justice. She confirmed the next court date is set for March 11 at 1:30 p.m., and said supporters plan to attend.
Quanell X urged the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office to lobby the Texas Legislature to change state law to make individuals eligible for the death penalty if convicted of sexually assaulting a child. He stated such a change would r...
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- Wrong-way driver killed after fiery head-on crash on I-10 near Lockwood
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- 3:36
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX — A wrong-way driver was pronounced deceased following a head-on crash on the East Freeway near Lockwood Drive, according to the Houston Police Department.
Police said the crash occurred in the westbound lanes of Interstate 10 heading toward downtown. Investigators determined that a sedan was traveling westbound legally when it was struck by a vehicle driving the wrong way at a high rate of speed.
Police said a prior call had reported a wrong-way driver near the Minute Maid area. Investigators believe the vehicle may have entered I-10 via an on-ramp and continued in the wrong direction before the collision.
Witnesses, including a roadway work crew on scene, reported that the wrong-way vehicle slammed into the sedan, erupted into debris and caught fire. The male driver of the wrong-way vehicle was trapped inside and pronounced deceased at the scene.
The female driver of the sedan, who was traveling the correct direction, ...
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- Motorcyclist dies following crash on East Freeway frontage road
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- 2:26
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX — A motorcyclist was pronounced deceased after crashing late in the 12300 block of the East Freeway frontage road.
According to the Houston Police Department, officers were called just after 11 p.m. to the frontage road near an entrance ramp to the East Freeway. Police said the rider attempted to avoid entering the freeway and exit onto the feeder road, missed the exit, struck a curb and was ejected from the motorcycle.
Houston Fire Department personnel responded and pronounced the rider deceased at the scene.
Police said the rider was a single occupant and no other vehicles were involved. The rider was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. The motorcycle was identified as an Indian.
Investigators said speed was reported prior to the crash and may have been a factor. The rider’s age has not been confirmed. Drugs or alcohol have not been determined at this time.
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- Security guard killed during robbery at illegal game room disguised as cargo shipping business
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- 3:51
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX — Houston police are investigating a fatal shooting following a reported robbery at an illegal game room in southwest Houston.
According to the Houston Police Department, officers assigned to the South Gessner area were dispatched just after 9:20 p.m. to the 7000 block of Bissonnet Street after a shooting was reported.
Police said the location was an illegal game room that was disguised as an express cargo shipping business. Investigators believe the business was robbed and that a security guard working at the location was shot at least once during the robbery.
Houston Fire Department personnel attempted to render aid, but the security guard was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police said it is unclear how many people were inside the game room at the time of the robbery, but investigators believe individuals who were inside fled before officers arrived.
At this time, there is no description of the suspect ...
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- Dr. Candice Matthews visits Dyersdale Village Apartments following resident complaints
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- 26:10
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TEXAS — Dr. Candice Matthews visited the Dyersdale Village apartment complex at 9700 Mesa Road after residents requested assistance regarding reported living conditions.
Dr. Matthews began the visit with a press briefing outside the complex before conducting a walk-through of the property.
The health department was also conducting an inspection before Dr. Matthews arrival.
During the walk-through, Dr. Matthews and residents pointed out conditions residents said included rodent activity, roaches, sewage odors, standing wastewater, deteriorating structures, and unresolved maintenance issues. Multiple residents spoke on camera and described long-term problems, including pest control concerns, plumbing issues, accessibility challenges for disabled residents, and safety conditions inside individual units.
Dr. Matthews entered the leasing office to seek responses from property management. Management declined to comment on camera...
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- Teen killed in shooting at unsanctioned car meet near Greenspoint Mall
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- 5:27
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – An individual in his late teens was pronounced deceased following a shooting during an unsanctioned car meet near Greenspoint Mall, according to the Houston Police Department.
Police said a call came in around 1 a.m. to the North Belt Patrol Division regarding a shooting that had just occurred. Officers responded to the 200 block of Greens Road, where they found a large, unsanctioned car meet taking place in a parking lot.
According to investigators, a shooting occurred at some point during the gathering. One individual was struck by gunfire and pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police said there is no description at this time of the shooter or shooters. Investigators are asking anyone with information about what transpired to contact the Houston Police Department Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers.
Investigators said the victim was not inside a vehicle when he was shot. Several vehicles were left at the scene after t...
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- Cyclist fatally struck during collision with SUV on West Airport
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- 2:28
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – An adult female bicyclist was pronounced deceased after being struck by a vehicle near the 6100 block of West Airport, according to the Houston Police Department.
Investigators with HPD Vehicular Crimes said officers were called to the scene just after 9:30 p.m. for a crash involving a Mercedes SUV and a bicyclist. Police said the bicyclist was traveling southbound across the main lanes of West Airport when she was struck by a vehicle traveling southbound.
The driver remained at the scene and was described by investigators as an elderly man in his 70s. Police said there were no signs of impairment, and speed is not believed to be a factor at this stage of the investigation. Investigators also stated the driver does not have a known history of reckless driving.
According to police, the bicyclist was not crossing at an intersection and may not have been traveling in the correct direction of travel. Investigators said the bicycle did ...
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- Two pedestrians critically injured in hit-and-run crash on Jones Road
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Two pedestrians were critically injured after being struck by a vehicle that fled the scene in the 13000 block of Jones Road, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies were dispatched to the location for a reported pedestrian crash involving two individuals. The striking vehicle left the scene before deputies arrived and has not been identified.
Both pedestrians were transported to a hospital in critical condition and were still being treated at the time of the briefing.
Investigators said the pedestrians are believed to be adult males. They do not appear to be homeless at this time. Preliminary information indicates the pedestrians were walking southbound along Jones Road, possibly on or just outside the shoulder near the number three lane. There is no sidewalk or marked crosswalk in the area.
Evidence at the scene suggests the striking vehicle may be silver in color. Deputies reported vehicle ...
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- Houston nonprofit organizes food donations and home deliveries for families in need
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- 3:53
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX — Rosemary Tucker of Hoodies 4 Healing highlighted a large donation of food and household items being prepared for distribution to families in need across Houston.
Tucker said the donations were provided to Pursuit 2 Recovery, a Houston-based nonprofit that serves the homeless, children, veterans, senior citizens, and families in underserved areas. Volunteers were shown assembling boxes of food for community distribution.
According to Tucker, Pursuit 2 Recovery is conducting home deliveries, with a focus on families with children living in underserved communities. She said the items are being packed and delivered the same day.
The video was recorded previously, prior to the social media fallout involving misinformation circulated by QX Global.
Tucker encouraged the public to reach out to Pursuit 2 Recovery through its social media platforms for information on home deliveries and thanked supporters of Hoodies 4 Healing fo...
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- Hoodies 4 Healing Foundation and James 4 Texas partner to “Bless the Block” in Houston’s Fifth Ward
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- 6:08
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX — A video documents the pickup of donated food followed by same-day distribution to the community as part of a “Bless the Block” effort in Houston’s Fifth Ward.
The outreach was conducted through a partnership between Hoodies 4 Healing Foundation and James 4 Texas. In the video, Rosemary Tucker of Hoodies 4 Healing states the food was donated to the Holy Spirit Healing Foundation and was designated for immediate distribution.
Tucker said the food was shared with people experiencing homelessness, elderly residents, families, and others in need. She stated the food was transported to a distribution location and made available on a pull-up, pick-up basis, noting the organization does not sell or store donated food.
The video shows on-site distribution in the Fifth Ward, where volunteers assisted with handing out food. Tucker said the effort focused on “Bless the Block” outreach, bringing God’s goodness and grace directly to ...
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- Hoodies 4 Healing Foundation donates food to local senior facility in Houston
- Runtime
- 1:57
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX — A video shows Hoodies 4 Healing Foundation making a food donation to a local senior citizens facility in Houston.
In the video, Rosemary Tucker of Hoodies 4 Healing Foundation states the donation was delivered in the morning and was intended to support seniors in the community. She said the donation was made as part of the foundation’s ongoing efforts to give back to Houston-area residents.
Tucker said Hoodies 4 Healing Foundation supports a range of community needs, including seniors, people experiencing homelessness, children, and foster-related organizations. She stated that donations and proceeds from foundation merchandise are used to support community outreach and assistance efforts.
The video shows the donated food items at the senior facility following the drop-off.
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- Heated exchange outside Pursuit 2 Recovery as food intended for homeless ends up on sidewalk
- Runtime
- 4:27
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX — A video shows a heated exchange outside the Pursuit 2 Recovery location, where food intended for people experiencing homelessness was placed on the sidewalk during a confrontation.
In the video, a representative of Pursuit 2 Recovery states the food was outdated or expired and should not be distributed. The footage shows food being removed from a kitchen storefront used for food storage and placed outside on the sidewalk.
Rosemary Tucker of Hoodies 4 Healing Foundation is heard responding during the exchange. The interaction includes raised voices and references to contacting police. No law enforcement officers are shown on scene in the video.
These claims and statements remain allegations.
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- Community member says Hoodies 4 Healing food has never been rotten during Sunday outreach
- Runtime
- 1:03
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX — A video shows a community member describing his experience receiving food from Hoodies 4 Healing during the organization’s regular Sunday outreach.
In the video, the individual states that Rosemary Tucker of Hoodies 4 Healing has consistently been present during outreach efforts between 9 and 10 a.m. on Sundays. He says the food distributed has been fresh, including fruits, and that he has never received rotten food.
The community member describes the outreach as a benefit to those who rely on the service and encourages people in need of assistance to continue attending. He thanks Hoodies 4 Healing for its continued presence and support in the community.
The video reflects the individual’s firsthand account of the organization’s food distribution efforts.
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- Woman killed after altercation leads to shooting at Wesley Square Apartments
- Runtime
- 4:26
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A woman was killed after an early morning shooting during a fight at the Wesley Square Apartments in southeast Houston.
The shooting occurred around 12:45 a.m. at 7402 Calhoun. According to police, two females got into an altercation when one of them pulled out a firearm and shot the other.
The woman who was shot self-transported to a local hospital, where she was later pronounced deceased.
The suspect fled the scene before officers arrived. The Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division is investigating, and they say they may have an idea of who the suspect is, but they are still following up with a witness.
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- Man critically injured after being shot outside of XO on Washington
- Runtime
- 0:20
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A man was critically injured after being shot outside XO Sky Lounge & Restaurant on Washington Avenue early Sunday morning.
Police responded to a shooting call around 12 a.m. in the 5100 block of Lillian Street. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male with a gunshot wound. He was transported by the Houston Fire Department to a local hospital, where he is listed in critical condition.
Witnesses told officers the victim had been involved in a physical altercation with an unknown male outside XO Sky Lounge, located in the 5000 block of Washington Avenue. The altercation continued until the unknown male pulled out a firearm and shot the victim.
The suspect fled before officers arrived. Police do not have suspect information at this time, and the investigation is ongoing.
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- 14-year-old critically injured after being struck by vehicle on Hwy 6
- Runtime
- 3:11
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A 14-year-old boy was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle across State Highway 6 in northwest Harris County.
The incident occurred around 11:15 p.m. in the 8600 block of North State Highway 6. According to investigators, a Jeep Wrangler was traveling northbound when the teen attempted to cross the highway from east to west. The vehicle struck the cyclist during the crossing.
The driver of the Jeep remained at the scene and is cooperating with police. Investigators determined the driver was not intoxicated.
The teen’s mother was reportedly with him at the time of the incident. The 14-year-old was transported in critical condition to a nearby hospital via Life Flight.
The investigation is ongoing.
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- Woman injured after irate customer refused service opens fire at Chacho’s Mexican Restaurant
- Runtime
- 3:30
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A woman was injured after an irate customer who was refused service opened fire at Chacho’s Mexican Restaurant on the North Freeway.
The shooting occurred around 9:06 p.m. in the 5300 block of North Freeway. According to police, the customer became upset after being refused service inside the restaurant. He then went to his vehicle, retrieved a firearm, and fired in the direction of the restaurant.
An adult female customer in the parking lot was struck by the gunfire. She sustained one gunshot wound and was transported by the Houston Fire Department to a local hospital, where she was reported to be in stable condition.
The suspect had fled the scene before officers arrived. The Houston Police Department is investigating.
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- Man dies after being shot in shopping center parking lot on South Kirkwood
- Runtime
- 3:59
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX - Houston police responded to a shooting call around 8:30 p.m. in the 1900 block of South Kirkwood Drive.
Officers found an adult male with one gunshot wound to the upper extremities of his body. The Houston Fire Department pronounced him deceased at the scene.
The victim is described as an adult male believed to be in his early 40s.
The Houston Police Department Homicide Division is investigating to determine what led up to the shooting.
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- Investigation underway after shooting at Catania Apartments
- Runtime
- 2:55
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – An investigation is underway after a man was reportedly shot at the Catania Apartments located in the 5100 block of Airline Drive in north Houston.
The Houston Police Department and Houston Fire Department responded to the scene just after 5 a.m. Thursday. The man’s condition is currently unknown.
Details surrounding and leading up to the shooting remain unknown at this time.
This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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- 13-year-old girl fatally stabbed by 10-year-old during fight outside Quail Creek Apartments
- Runtime
- 5:14
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A 13-year-old girl was fatally stabbed by a 10-year-old boy during a large fight outside the Quail Creek Apartments in the 8000 block of Grow Lane on Wednesday evening around 8 p.m.
According to the Houston Police Department, Northwest Patrol officers responded to the scene and found the girl with at least one stab wound. She was transported to a hospital by the Houston Fire Department, where she was later pronounced deceased.
Police say the 10-year-old admitted to stabbing the girl and turned himself over to officers. He claimed the 13-year-old was among several individuals who arrived at the apartment and began assaulting people. He said he stabbed her in self-defense.
Homicide investigators are working to obtain surveillance footage and interview witnesses. Police believe a prior disturbance at school earlier in the day may have led to the confrontation. Witness accounts estimate 10 to 40 individuals were involved in the fight.<...
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- HPD: 13-year-old girl fatally stabbed by 10-year-old during fight outside Quail Creek Apartments
- Runtime
- 2:00
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A 13-year-old girl was fatally stabbed by a 10-year-old boy during a large fight outside the Quail Creek Apartments in the 8000 block of Grow Lane on Wednesday evening around 8 p.m.
According to the Houston Police Department, Northwest Patrol officers responded to the scene and found the girl with at least one stab wound. She was transported to a hospital by the Houston Fire Department, where she was later pronounced deceased.
Police say the 10-year-old admitted to stabbing the girl and turned himself over to officers. He claimed the 13-year-old was among several individuals who arrived at the apartment and began assaulting people. He said he stabbed her in self-defense.
Homicide investigators are working to obtain surveillance footage and interview witnesses. Police believe a prior disturbance at school earlier in the day may have led to the confrontation. Witness accounts estimate 10 to 40 individuals were involved in the fight.<...
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- Father of 5 killed after stopping man from strangling his own mother
- Runtime
- 0:39
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Spencer Germany, a father of five, was fatally shot after stepping in to stop an assault involving the suspect and the suspect’s elderly mother. The shooting occurred at a home on Anita Street in Houston’s Third Ward.
According to the family, Spencer was visiting a friend when he saw Rogers McFarland strangling his own mother. Spencer intervened and pulled McFarland off. McFarland then left the home for a couple of hours before returning and shooting Spencer Germany. He fled the scene on foot.
According to a press release from Houston Police, officers responded to the shooting at 3343 Anita Street around 12:10 a.m. on January 29. They found a male victim inside the home suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Paramedics with the Houston Fire Department transported the victim to a hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
Witnesses told police that McFarland entered the home, shot the victim, and fled on foot. Officers patroll...
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- Suspects from AutoZone battery theft end up in fatal crash along Katy Freeway service road
- Runtime
- 5:23
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A group of burglary suspects crashed after reportedly stealing car batteries from an AutoZone, leaving one dead and two hospitalized.
The incident began overnight at the AutoZone located at 1818 Gessner Road, where three suspects broke in and stole multiple car batteries. They fled in a maroon sedan and headed southbound on Witte before crashing into the wall along the Katy Freeway service road around 3:13 a.m.
All three men, believed to be in their 30s, were trapped in the vehicle. The driver was extricated by Houston Fire Department crews and pronounced deceased at the scene. The two passengers were transported to local hospitals in unknown condition.
Police confirmed this was not a pursuit. Officers were attempting to locate the suspect vehicle when they discovered the crash scene and found car batteries inside the wrecked sedan.
This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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- Man found shot near dumpsters in southwest Houston parking lot
- Runtime
- 3:28
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A man in his 20s was found with a gunshot wound after collapsing in the parking lot near dumpsters in the 10200 block of Club Creek Drive in southwest Houston Tuesday night, according to police.
Police said one person nearby reported hearing gunfire, and shortly after, the victim was found collapsed near the dumpsters. He had been shot in the upper torso.
He was transported by Houston Fire Department paramedics to a local hospital and is expected to survive.
There is no suspect information, no video footage, and no known motive at this time.
This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.
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- Judge Dedra Davis speaks emotionally about case during Facebook Live from the bench
- Runtime
- 6:34
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – In this Facebook Live video, Judge Dedra Davis of Harris County’s 270th District Court appears seated at the bench, allegedly after court hours, discussing details of a recent emergency hearing involving a life-or-death matter. During the livestream, Judge Davis becomes emotional while reflecting on her role in a case concerning a premature baby and the family's religious beliefs.
She describes making a decision on a day the courthouse was closed and expresses concern over the possible consequences, stating, “the child could die” depending on the outcome. Davis thanks her Facebook audience for allowing her to share and ends the video by asking for prayers.
This video has become the subject of a formal complaint filed with the Texas State Commission on Judicial Conduct by Dr. Candice Matthews, who argues the livestream may violate judicial ethics related to impartiality and public commentary on court matters.
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- Dr. Matthews holds press conference announcing complaints filed against two Harris County judges
- Runtime
- 8:02
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – Dr. Candice Matthews, a Houston-based civil rights advocate, held a press conference announcing formal judicial complaints filed against two Harris County judges: Judge Dedra Davis of the 270th District Court and Judge Dianne Curvey, who presides over a Protective Order Court.
According to Matthews, the complaint against Judge Davis stems from an alleged Facebook Live broadcast conducted from the bench on or about January 27, 2026. Davis reportedly spoke emotionally about recent courtroom matters while seated at the bench, which Matthews contends violates the Texas Code of Judicial Conduct. The complaint cites judicial canons regarding impartiality, public commentary on court matters, and use of judicial office for personal expression.
A separate complaint against Judge Curvey includes allegations of civil rights violations and improper conduct in her courtroom. Community members claim Curvey denied public access to court proceedings, issued re...
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- SWAT called to home after a suspect barricades himself in bedroom and fatally shoots his girlfriend
- Runtime
- 6:47
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- A woman was killed and a man was injured in a possible attempted murder-suicide overnight. This happened on Cicada near JFK.
According to the Harris County sheriffs office, deputies responded to a possible welfare check or disturbance at the home and found that a man ha barricaded himself inside a bedroom with his girlfriend. After SWAT breached the door, they found the woman deceased and the man with a gunshot wound to the head.
He was transported to a local hospital and is expected to survive. The investigation is ongoing.
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- Woman shot multiple times while attempting to confront another female at Broadway apartment complex
- Runtime
- 1:48
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- HOUSTON, TX – A woman was shot multiple times while attempting to confront another female at an apartment complex in the 8500 block of Broadway around 9:06 p.m.
Police say the woman arrived at the location and approached the front doorway when a male resident, who was in the parking lot, saw her and fired several shots.
A second male, described as a witness, arrived and attempted to help. The shooter, who remained on scene, sustained a gunshot wound to the hand.
The woman was transported to a local hospital in serious condition. The male shooter was also taken to the hospital and is in stable condition.
One firearm was recovered at the scene. Police confirmed that all individuals involved are either detained or receiving medical treatment.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Houston Police Department Major Assaults Division or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
