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“Modern day lynching”: Dr. Matthews calls for appeal after Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years

11Jun

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“Modern day lynching”: Dr. Matthews calls for appeal after Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years

DALLAS, Texas — Dr. Matthews held a press conference following the conviction and sentencing of Karmelo Anthony, calling the case a "modern day lynching" and outlining plans to support Anthony's appeal. https://youtube.com/live/3t-hye1keYU Earlier this week, a Collin County jury convicted Anthony of murder in the 2025 stabbing death of Austin Metcalf during a high school track meet in Frisco. Anthony was sentenced to 35 years in prison after being convicted by an all-white jury. During the press conference, Dr. Matthews said she believed Anthony was going to be found guilty from the beginning and described the sentence as "egregious." She said her focus is now on the appeals process rather than retrying the case in public. Dr. Matthews said efforts are underway to help Anthon...

“The days of weaponizing our courts are done”: Dr. Matthews reacts to Judge Curvey recusal

10Jun

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Houston, Public Interest

“The days of weaponizing our courts are done”: Dr. Matthews reacts to Judge Curvey recusal

HOUSTON — Dr. Matthews praised the recusal of Judge Damiane Dianne Curvey from an ongoing legal matter, saying the decision marks a step toward greater fairness and accountability in Harris County courts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3zll8PCBC0 During remarks following the recusal, Dr. Matthews credited Harris County Administrative Judge Susan Brown with signing the order and argued that Judge Curvey should have removed herself from the case earlier because of what Dr. Matthews described as a conflict of interest. "The days of weaponizing our courts are done," Dr. Matthews said, while criticizing what she characterized as the misuse of the judicial system in Harris County. Dr. Matthews also accused Judge Curvey of discussing closed and sealed records that she said were no...

Three adult men injured during drive-by shooting in northwest Houston

10Jun

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Houston

Three adult men injured during drive-by shooting in northwest Houston

HOUSTON — Three adult men were injured during a drive-by shooting outside a residence in northwest Houston around 9:52 p.m. in the 800 block of Fair Street. According to investigators, a black Ford Bronco arrived at the location and suspects began shooting. At some point during the incident, the suspects briefly got out of the vehicle, pistol-whipped one of the victims, then returned to the Bronco and fled the scene. A 42-year-old man suffered gunshot wounds to the leg and hand. A 22-year-old man was grazed in the neck by a bullet. A third victim, believed to be in his 20s, was injured after being pistol-whipped. https://youtube.com/shorts/omg-A9l5Gf8?feature=share The victim grazed in the neck was transported to Houston Fire Department Station 67 by a private vehicle bef...

Man dies after allegedly being shot by former roommate

10Jun

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Harris County, Houston

Man dies after allegedly being shot by former roommate

HOUSTON — A man was killed in an alleged shooting at The Estates at Hollister apartment complex in northwest Houston. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said deputies responded to the complex at 7740 W. Little York Road and learned an adult man had allegedly been shot by a former roommate. The victim was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. https://youtube.com/shorts/IugAtVJjnDM?feature=share The alleged shooter was detained at the scene. Crime Scene Investigators and Homicide Detectives responded to process the scene and continue the investigation. No additional details have been released. The investigation remains ongoing.

Man found shot to death at The Venti apartment complex in north Harris County

9Jun

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Harris County, Houston

Man found shot to death at The Venti apartment complex in north Harris County

A man in his early 20s was found shot to death at The Venti apartment complex in north Harris County located at 14335 Ella Blvd. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded around 11 p.m. after witnesses reported hearing several gunshots and finding a man with gunshot wounds. Deputies attempted life-saving measures, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. https://youtube.com/shorts/N2ywdjguUDc?feature=share Investigators said the victim was a Hispanic male in his early 20s who was visiting someone at the complex and was not a resident. Witnesses reported there may have been up to three suspects involved, believed to be in their late teens or early 20s. No suspect information has been released as detectives continue reviewing surveill...

Teen dies, second teen critically injured in shooting at north Harris County residence

9Jun

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Harris County

Teen dies, second teen critically injured in shooting at north Harris County residence

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Two teen males were injured following a shooting at a residence in north Harris County. According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, deputies with the Harris County Sheriff's Office responded to a call for service regarding a shooting at a residence located in the 400 block of Remington Ridge. Upon arrival, units found two teen males with gunshot wounds. One teen is possibly 15 years old and the other is possibly 18 years old. Both were transported to hospitals. Sheriff Gonzalez later said one of the teens, believed to be 15 years old, was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The condition of the second teen has not been updated. Sheriff Gonzalez said the circumstances surrounding the shooting are unknown at this time. Detectives are responding to the scene and ...

Brooklyn Pace charged with murder in fentanyl poisoning death of 21-year-old Chase Boone

8Jun

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Texas

Brooklyn Pace charged with murder in fentanyl poisoning death of 21-year-old Chase Boone

TEXAS — Federal, state and local law enforcement officials announced that Brooklyn Pace has been charged with murder in connection with the fentanyl poisoning death of 21-year-old Chase Boone. According to officials, Boone was found in medical distress at a Super 8 motel in La Marque on Aug. 2, 2025. First responders attempted life-saving measures, but Boone died at the scene. Investigators later determined Boone's death was caused by a fentanyl overdose. Following an extensive investigation involving local and federal law enforcement partners, Pace was identified as a suspect in the case. Authorities said the Galveston County District Attorney's Office accepted a murder charge against Pace, and a $200,000 bond was set. On May 21, 2026, the La Marque Police Department, the ...

Court records show extensive criminal history for murder suspect in fatal Airline Drive shooting

8Jun

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Houston

Court records show extensive criminal history for murder suspect in fatal Airline Drive shooting

HOUSTON — Court records show an extensive criminal history for London Hogan Sr., who has been charged with murder in the death of 56-year-old Louis Erebia following a stolen vehicle incident Saturday at Airline Drive and Interstate 610. According to charging documents, Hogan is accused of fatally shooting Erebia after an alleged truck theft. Authorities said a second man was also shot during the incident but survived. Hogan has been charged with murder in Erebia's death, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon for the non-fatal shooting, and aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon related to the original vehicle theft. Harris County court records list numerous prior criminal cases involving Hogan. The records referenced are limited to Harris County and do not include any c...

Person reportedly jumped during large fight outside Toyota Arena graduation ceremony

8Jun

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California

Person reportedly jumped during large fight outside Toyota Arena graduation ceremony

ONTARIO, Calif. — A person was reportedly jumped during a large fight outside Toyota Arena near the entrance doors during a graduation ceremony on Sunday, according to a viewer who witnessed the incident. Video provided by the viewer appears to show multiple individuals involved in the altercation as crowds gathered outside the arena. The circumstances leading up to the fight remain unclear. It is unknown whether the person who was reportedly jumped suffered any injuries or if any arrests were made. Additional details have not been released.

Woman, brother questioned after man shot in leg during domestic dispute in northeast Houston

7Jun

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Harris County, Houston

Woman, brother questioned after man shot in leg during domestic dispute in northeast Houston

HOUSTON — A man was shot in the leg during a domestic-related confrontation earlier this morning in northeast Houston, while a woman and her brother were later taken in for questioning. The incident happened around 3:34 a.m. in the 14500 block of Lee Road. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, the situation began after a boyfriend and girlfriend attended a party near Highway 290 before leaving together. Relatives at the gathering later contacted the woman's brother, who caught up with the couple as they traveled home. https://youtube.com/shorts/EGsVz1YiCvA?feature=share Authorities said the vehicle stopped at an intersection on Lee Road, where the boyfriend and the woman's brother became involved in an altercation. During the confrontation, a weapon was prod...