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Dr. Matthews conducts walkthrough at La Casita after residents report unsafe living conditions

6Apr

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Dr. Matthews conducts walkthrough at La Casita after residents report unsafe living conditions

HOUSTON, TX – Dr. Matthews conducted a walkthrough at La Casita apartments, located at 313 Sunnyside Street, where multiple residents described ongoing issues inside their units. https://youtu.be/c0E-BLCoNJc During the walkthrough, residents pointed out conditions including roaches, rats, mold, flies, evidence of rats, air conditioning units not cooling properly, and birds inside a bathroom vent. Video shows issues inside bathrooms and kitchens, including what appeared to be ventilation problems in showers and visible pest activity. Residents stated they are paying rent, with one individual saying units cost around $1,000 or more per month. Another resident described recent maintenance issues, including a toilet replacement and concerns about bacteria and mold exposure. One r...

Woman killed in hit-and-run crash on East Freeway, driver fled on foot

6Apr

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Harris County

Woman killed in hit-and-run crash on East Freeway, driver fled on foot

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash along the East Freeway late Sunday night. https://youtu.be/eVllSzzTH1A The crash occurred in the 14700 block of the East Freeway. According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Victoria Gonzalez was operating a black Chevrolet Cruze eastbound in the number three lane when her vehicle was possibly stopped or traveling at a slow rate of speed. An unknown driver in a silver Chevrolet Silverado, also traveling eastbound in the same lane, failed to control speed and struck the rear of the Cruze. The Silverado was later located approximately 0.4 miles from the crash site. The driver fled the scene on foot and has not been located. Gonzalez was found with no signs of life at the scene at approximately 11:59 p.m. by C...

Man struck and killed after lying in roadway with blanket in Midtown

6Apr

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Houston

Man struck and killed after lying in roadway with blanket in Midtown

HOUSTON, TX – A man was struck by two vehicles and later died after lying in the roadway in Midtown. https://youtu.be/uMsctaui3VA The crash occurred just before 1 a.m. at the intersection of Wheeler and Fannin. According to police, the pedestrian walked into the middle of Wheeler, lay down, and covered himself with a blanket. Investigators said the man was then struck by two vehicles. The first vehicle, described as a black sedan, did not stop. The second vehicle, described as a black Tahoe, stopped briefly but did not exit the vehicle and left the scene. A third driver, who did not strike the pedestrian, saw the man sit up after the second vehicle passed and stopped to call 911. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital by the Houston Fire Department, where he la...

Woman killed in hit-and-run crash at Westheimer and Eldridge in westside Houston, driver detained

6Apr

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Houston

Woman killed in hit-and-run crash at Westheimer and Eldridge in westside Houston, driver detained

HOUSTON, TX – A woman was struck and killed in a hit-and-run crash at an intersection in west Houston. https://youtu.be/HlBnmOBpZxY The crash occurred around 9:18 p.m. at Westheimer and Eldridge. According to police, a pedestrian walking northbound, possibly in a crosswalk, was struck by a vehicle traveling eastbound. The driver initially stopped but was later seen leaving the scene, resulting in a failed to stop and render aid case. Westside Patrol officers later located the suspect vehicle and detained a person of interest, described as a man in his 20s driving a gray Honda Civic, and returned him to the scene. The pedestrian, described as a white female, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Her age has not been confirmed. The case will be referred to hit-and-run inv...

Casa de Montecristo hosts book signing event for Dr. Matthews’ Activism 101 in north Houston

5Apr

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Houston

Casa de Montecristo hosts book signing event for Dr. Matthews’ Activism 101 in north Houston

Casa de Montecristo Cigar Lounge in north Houston hosted a meet and greet book signing event yesterday for Dr. Matthews’ first book, Activism 101. https://youtu.be/e0nH7ZcC1fc Attendees gathered to buy copies of the book and have them signed. They also met and took photos with Dr. Matthews while enjoying cigars, drinks, and entertainment throughout the evening. If you missed this one, you will have more opportunities as more book signing events are already in the works.

Burglary suspect rescued after getting stuck in chimney at southwest Houston home on Easter Sunday

5Apr

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Houston

Burglary suspect rescued after getting stuck in chimney at southwest Houston home on Easter Sunday

HOUSTON, TX – A burglary suspect was taken into custody after being found stuck in a chimney at a home in southwest Houston around 1 a.m. on Easter Sunday, after he apparently confused Easter with Christmas. https://youtu.be/z_RBQox4jKY The incident occurred in the 9100 block of Tooley. According to the Houston Police Department, the call initially came in as someone jumping on the roof. Officers determined the individual was a burglary suspect who became stuck partway inside a chimney and did not make entry into the home. The Houston Fire Department responded to the scene and removed the suspect from the chimney. The suspect was taken into custody and transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.

Man found deceased in front yard after homeowner hears gun fired, crash

5Apr

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Houston

Man found deceased in front yard after homeowner hears gun fired, crash

HOUSTON, TX – A man was found deceased in a front yard in northwest Houston just before 4 a.m. https://youtu.be/ZxIDm6OKHSU The incident occurred in the 8700 block of Wheatley Street. Officers responded to a call from a nearby resident and, upon arrival, located an adult male, approximately in his early 20s, pronounced deceased at the scene. A homeowner reported hearing a gun fired followed immediately by a crash. The homeowner then went outside and found the male in the front yard. The number of shots fired is not specified. The Houston Police Department Homicide Division has been contacted and is en route to investigate. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

HPD investigating shooting outside Gulf Freeway nightclub that left one dead, another injured

4Apr

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Houston

HPD investigating shooting outside Gulf Freeway nightclub that left one dead, another injured

HOUSTON, TX – A shooting broke out outside a gentlemens club in southeast Houston, leaving at least one person injured and another deceased. https://youtu.be/X7_32zlJb84 The shooting occurred around 5:07 a.m. at Paradise City Gentlemens Club, located at 12330 Gulf Freeway. Houston Police responded to the scene. One individual was pronounced deceased in the parking area near the entrance. Another person was transported by the Houston Fire Department. Evidence markers, with what appeared to be shell casings, were located outside in the parking lot area. A security officer was also detained at the scene, but their role is unknown at this time. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

A Mother Sounded the Alarm, The System Stayed Silent

3Apr

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Houston

A Mother Sounded the Alarm, The System Stayed Silent

HOUSTON, TX - A mother is speaking out after alleging her children were harmed by their father, saying the system failed to act despite her repeated efforts to report concerns. https://youtu.be/NJ9cP2tO_7U In an upcoming interview with Dr. Candice Matthews, the mother describes going to the police, medical providers, and child protection agencies, stating she followed each step but did not receive the response she expected. The case involves allegations against the children’s father, with the mother outlining concerns she raised and actions she took to seek help.  The interview also references delays in evidence handling, conflicting information during the investigation, and the long-term impact on her family. The full interview is expected to be released next week.

Del Rio veteran forced to self-represent himself raises concerns over court records and case handling

1Apr

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Texas, Val Verde

Del Rio veteran forced to self-represent himself raises concerns over court records and case handling

DEL RIO, TX – Benjamin Lopez, a veteran, said he is facing a criminal case in Del Rio and was forced into self-representation after signing a waiver of counsel indicating he did not voluntarily choose to represent himself. The document was accepted and signed by Judge Roland Andrade of the 63rd District Court. https://youtu.be/WKR1oIQxfjk Lopez sat down with Dr. Candice Matthews to discuss the case and the concerns he raised regarding court proceedings and documentation. According to Lopez, discrepancies exist between reports tied to the case. He said a police supplemental report described five commercial batteries, while an arresting officer’s probable cause affidavit listed six. Lopez identified the affidavit as being completed by an officer he named as Hernandez and stated th...