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Shooting leaves man dead in southeast Houston after interaction at apartment complex

10Apr

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Houston

Shooting leaves man dead in southeast Houston after interaction at apartment complex

HOUSTON, TX – A man in his 20s was pronounced deceased after a shooting at a nearby apartment complex in southeast Houston Thursday evening. https://youtu.be/GKdcNXpVh1Q The shooting occurred around 5 p.m. near the intersection of Martin Luther King Boulevard and Van Fleet, where the man was found deceased. According to the Houston Police Department, the man had some kind of interaction at the apartment complex near MLK and Van Fleet with two other men, during which shots were fired, before driving to the intersection where he was pronounced deceased. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

NBA Ben 10 among two critically injured after shooting inside Confessions on Kirby Drive

9Apr

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Houston, National

NBA Ben 10 among two critically injured after shooting inside Confessions on Kirby Drive

HOUSTON, TX – Two people were critically injured following a shooting inside Confessions on Kirby Drive after a physical altercation escalated into gunfire. https://youtu.be/RaRqqqZup7Q The shooting occurred at a venue in the 3200 block of Kirby Drive. Around 20 to 30 patrons and staff were inside at the time. According to the Houston Police Department, a physical altercation broke out after a group attempted to take a man’s chains. Police say the man was beaten by several people before pulling out a gun and firing, striking two individuals, but it is not known if they were bystanders or were part of the altercation. One victim, believed to be in his late 20s, was shot multiple times in the torso. Another, believed to be in his mid-20s, was shot several times in his arms and ...

Complaint against Texas judge accepted for review by judicial conduct commission

8Apr

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Texas, Val Verde

Complaint against Texas judge accepted for review by judicial conduct commission

TEXAS – A formal complaint filed against Judge Roland C. Andrade of the 63rd District Court in Val Verde County has been accepted for review by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct, according to a public statement from Dr. Candice Matthews. According to the statement, the complaint has been assigned Case No. CJC No. 26-0884 and is now under review and investigation by the commission, which oversees judicial conduct in Texas under the Texas Constitution and state law. The commission is responsible for reviewing allegations involving judicial misconduct, abuse of authority, and violations of judicial ethics. Under Texas Government Code §33.033, the commission does not publicly disclose details or identify judges during the investigative phase. A video recorded outs...

Man shot following argument along Gulf Freeway feeder, woman detained

8Apr

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Houston

Man shot following argument along Gulf Freeway feeder, woman detained

HOUSTON, TX - A viewer sent in a video of a shooting scene along the Gulf Freeway feeder in southeast Houston. https://youtu.be/KkoQ7-E2_Ic The shooting occurred around 11 a.m. at the intersection of the Gulf Freeway feeder and Telephone Road. According to the Houston Police Department, the incident began as an argument before the male was shot. What that argument was about is unknown at this time. He was transported to a local hospital, and his condition is not known at this time. A woman has been detained in connection with the shooting. This is a developing story, and more information will follow if it becomes available.

Motorcycle chase from Bellaire ends at parking lot takeover in southeast Houston

8Apr

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Houston

Motorcycle chase from Bellaire ends at parking lot takeover in southeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A motorcycle pursuit that began in the Bellaire area ended in southeast Houston at a parking lot takeover. https://youtu.be/XcbsPaYXyyE The chase came to an end at the corner of Martin Luther King Boulevard and Bellfort as the motorcycle rider, with police units trailing behind, entered a parking lot where a takeover was already underway. According to our viewer, the rider was taken into custody. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

8Apr

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Harris County

Man struck by cement truck on FM 2920

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A pedestrian was transported to a hospital in serious condition after reportedly being struck by a vehicle in north Harris County. https://youtu.be/6VK5LD2Et4U The crash occurred around 3:20 a.m. in the 2400 block of FM 2920. An adult male was walking southbound across FM 2920 when a cement truck traveling eastbound attempted to avoid him but struck the victim. No intoxication is suspected. Officials said the roadway is expected to reopen within the next hour. It could not be confirmed whether the Chucky doll at the scene was already there before the crash or belonged to the victim. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

Vehicle crashes into horse before striking pole, driver extricated in north Houston

8Apr

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Harris County, Houston

Vehicle crashes into horse before striking pole, driver extricated in north Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A vehicle crashed into a horse before striking a pole in north Houston just before 11 p.m. https://youtu.be/mmMiOJT4hnY The crash occurred in the 18500 block of Aldine Westfield. The driver had to be extricated from the vehicle and was transported to a local hospital. A horse was pronounced deceased at the scene. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

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

6Apr

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Breaking News

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...