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Charleston White claims he was fired upon leaving Dr. Matthews’ birthday party in Houston’s 5th Ward

22Jul

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Texas

Charleston White claims he was fired upon leaving Dr. Matthews’ birthday party in Houston’s 5th Ward

TEXAS, Texas — Charleston White made a series of controversial remarks before a single shot was fired as he was leaving Dr. Matthews' birthday celebration at Nickel Bar and Grill in Houston's 5th Ward. https://youtu.be/QaNUq5iBXGo The event featured community leaders, elected officials, and guests gathered to celebrate Dr. Matthews' birthday. During the event, Republican Chris Daniel received an endorsement for Harris County Clerk before White addressed the crowd. During his speech, White repeatedly used racial slurs while criticizing members of the audience for talking over what he described as an important discussion about the political process. He urged attendees to become involved in local elections, saying political power begins at the local level. White also criticized ...

Woman shot in neck while in parking lot of southeast Houston business

22Jul

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Houston

Woman shot in neck while in parking lot of southeast Houston business

HOUSTON - A 20-year-old woman was shot in the neck during an early Wednesday morning incident in the parking lot of a southeast Houston business. According to the Houston Police Department, officers responded at about 3:38 a.m. to the 1500 block of Lombardy after reports of a shooting. Investigators said a vehicle occupied by a male driver and the 20-year-old woman, who was seated in the back seat, was parked at a business in the 4800 block of the Gulf Freeway with another SUV. Police said the business key holder received a call about people in the parking lot and went to investigate. The key holder told investigators he heard what he believed were gunshots and fired toward the vehicles. The woman was struck in the neck while sitting in the back seat. The second SUV left th...

Driver killed after vehicle crashes into Sam Houston Tollway plaza, catches fire

22Jul

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Houston

Driver killed after vehicle crashes into Sam Houston Tollway plaza, catches fire

HOUSTON, Texas — A driver was killed after a single-vehicle crash at the Sam Houston Central Toll Plaza late Tuesday night. According to police, the crash occurred at approximately 11:45 p.m. at the Sam Houston Central Toll Plaza, located at 6121 W. Sam Houston Parkway North. Police said a single vehicle crashed into the toll plaza and caught fire. The driver, who was the only person inside the vehicle, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Police said it is unknown at this time whether speed played a role in the crash. The investigation remains ongoing. https://youtube.com/shorts/bAArsh4tTAc?feature=share

Dr. Matthews calls on politicians to review Galveston County protective order and other court records involving convicted felon Aubrey Taylor

21Jul

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Public Interest

Dr. Matthews calls on politicians to review Galveston County protective order and other court records involving convicted felon Aubrey Taylor

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Dr. Matthews is calling on elected officials, political candidates, and political campaigns to review publicly available court records involving political consultant Aubrey Taylor and determine whether continuing to hire, promote, or financially support him is consistent with the values they publicly represent. In a public statement, Dr. Matthews said every candidate, elected official, and campaign has a responsibility to exercise sound judgment when deciding who they associate with and pay using campaign funds. Dr. Matthews said the publicly available records should prompt campaigns and elected officials to conduct meaningful due diligence before continuing professional or financial relationships with Taylor. According to Dr. Matthews, publicly availabl...

Overnight apartment fire in Spring leaves one dead, several injured, including five firefighters

20Jul

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Harris County

Overnight apartment fire in Spring leaves one dead, several injured, including five firefighters

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — One person is dead, and several others were injured after a multi-alarm apartment fire destroyed an eight-unit building at the Cypresswood Apartments earlier this morning. https://youtu.be/dYY2qVKN0s4 According to the Klein Fire Department, firefighters and mutual aid agencies responded to the fire at 1:39 a.m. at the apartment complex near Cypresswood Drive and Kuykendahl Road. The first arriving crews encountered heavy fire through the roof and a partial structural collapse. Before firefighters arrived, Harris County Sheriff's Office deputies, who were in the area on an unrelated call, spotted smoke and began knocking on doors to evacuate residents. Neighbors also assisted with the evacuations. Firefighters from Klein Fire Department and Ponderosa Fi...

Man charged with murder after shooting girlfriend in east Houston

19Jul

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Harris County

Man charged with murder after shooting girlfriend in east Houston

HOUSTON - A man has been charged with murder following the fatal shooting of a woman in the 11100 block of Maritime Drive in east Houston. The victim was identified as Tonya Swink, 41. According to investigators, Swink and the suspect, Cody Prince, 29, were in a dating relationship. Police allege the couple began arguing and that Swink was threatening to end the relationship when Prince allegedly shot her. Swink was pronounced deceased. Following the investigation, Prince was charged with murder and booked into the Harris County Jail. The investigation remains ongoing.

5-year-old found deceased in lake near home after AMBER Alert

19Jul

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Fort Bend County

5-year-old found deceased in lake near home after AMBER Alert

FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — A 5-year-old child who was the subject of an AMBER Alert has been found deceased, according to the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office. Edward Hall's body was located by Texas EquuSearch Search & Recovery at approximately 1:43 a.m. Monday, July 20, 2026, in a lake near his home. Authorities said his family has been notified. Edward had been reported missing after he was last seen in the 3800 block of Ryans Rock Court in Katy, prompting the issuance of an AMBER Alert. According to the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office, no foul play is suspected at this time. The investigation remains ongoing.

Man charged with murder after shooting outside north Houston cantina

19Jul

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Harris County

Man charged with murder after shooting outside north Houston cantina

HOUSTON - An 18-year-old man was pronounced deceased after a shooting early Sunday outside a cantina in north Houston. Authorities have now charged the suspected shooter with murder. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded early Sunday morning to a business in the 14900 block of the North Freeway after receiving reports of a shooting. Deputies found two male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Jonathan Mata, 18, was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. A 20-year-old man was also transported to a hospital and is listed in fair condition. Investigators said the shooting occurred after an argument between two groups in the parking lot escalated. Witnesses told detectives the suspected shooter went to his vehicle, retrieved a ...

Mustang driver evades police after driving though crash investigation

19Jul

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Houston

Mustang driver evades police after driving though crash investigation

HOUSTON, TX - A Mustang driver went around a roadblock set up by Harris County Sheriff deputies and drove into an active crash investigation scene earlier today on Kirby @ Beltway 8. Deputies attempted to get him to stop, but the driver decided the better course of action was to evade them and decided to take off. Fortunately, no deputies were injures. The crash involved a semi-tractor and a passenger vehicle, and the roadway was shut down for several hours as officers investigated. One person was transported to the hospital from that crash and is expected to be okay.

Passenger deceased after Mustang crashes into Acura stopped on Southwest Freeway shoulder

19Jul

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Houston

Passenger deceased after Mustang crashes into Acura stopped on Southwest Freeway shoulder

HOUSTON - A passenger was pronounced deceased after a Ford Mustang struck an Acura that was stopped on the shoulder of the Southwest Freeway early Sunday morning. According to the Houston Police Department, the crash occurred around 1:45 a.m. on the inbound Southwest Freeway just before the Chimney Rock Road exit. Investigators said the driver of the Acura had pulled onto the shoulder after the vehicle lost its front bumper and was attempting to retrieve it when the car was struck from behind by a gray Ford Mustang. The driver of the Acura was transported to Ben Taub Hospital with a punctured lung. A passenger in the Acura was pronounced deceased at the scene. Investigators were working to identify the victim pending notification of family members. Police said there were...