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Dr. Matthews seeks recusal of Judge Curvey, plans appeal if request denied

2Jun

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Houston, Public Interest

Dr. Matthews seeks recusal of Judge Curvey, plans appeal if request denied

Dr. Matthews, her attorneys, and Quanell X said they are awaiting a decision from Harris County Administrative Judge Susan Brown after seeking the recusal of Judge Damiane Dianne Curvey from a protective order case. https://youtu.be/NkmiH-_BqJg One of Dr. Matthews' attorneys said the next step is for Judge Brown to review the recusal request after Judge Curvey declined to step aside. The attorney stated that Judge Brown has 72 hours to make a decision and that, if the request is denied, the legal team is prepared to pursue an appeal. The attorneys and Quanell X stated that Judge Curvey should not remain on the case because Dr. Matthews has been named as an adverse witness in Judge Curvey's own protective order case involving her husband, Derrick Curvey. Dr. Matthews, a nation...

“This is what you call lawfare”: Dr. Matthews files complaints against Judge Curvey

1Jun

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Houston

“This is what you call lawfare”: Dr. Matthews files complaints against Judge Curvey

HOUSTON, TX – Dr. Matthews held a press conference outside the 280th District Court and announced that she and others planned to file judicial complaints against Judge Damiane Dianne Curvey with the State Commission on Judicial Conduct. Dr. Matthews alleged the judge had engaged in misconduct, abused judicial authority, and should be held accountable through the complaint process. https://youtu.be/eivvCLupU4A During the event, Dr. Matthews discussed a pending protective order case involving herself and said her legal team had filed a motion seeking the judge's recusal. She alleged that Judge Curvey signed a protective order application despite prior actions involving Dr. Matthews and another individual. Dr. Matthews also criticized the use of a witness list in a recent court pro...

Multiple detained after officer assaulted, firearm discharges at north Houston nightclub

31May

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Houston

Multiple detained after officer assaulted, firearm discharges at north Houston nightclub

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police responded to reports of a large crowd gathering at a nightclub in north Houston after a gunshot was reported during an event late Saturday night. The incident occurred around 11 p.m. at Cowgirls, located in the 11400 block of the North Freeway. According to police, officers with the Houston Police Department North Division arrived and found approximately 500 people gathered in the parking lot and another 500 people inside the nightclub. While officers were on scene, someone in the crowd discharged a firearm. The gunshot caused people to run in multiple directions, including across the North Freeway frontage road to a nearby Shell gas station. Police said the incident did not result in a stampede or any known secondary injuries. Investigators did...

Homicide investigating after homeless man found with possible signs of foul play near downtown

31May

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Houston

Homicide investigating after homeless man found with possible signs of foul play near downtown

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police are investigating after a man was found unresponsive near downtown Houston late Saturday night. Officers with the Houston Police Department South Central Division responded around 11 p.m. to the intersection of Chartres Street and Congress Street regarding a male who was unresponsive and not breathing. Upon arrival, officers located the man unresponsive. The Houston Fire Department responded and pronounced him deceased at the scene. Due to possible signs of foul play, the Houston Police Department Homicide Division was contacted and responded to the scene. The cause and manner of death remain unknown at this time. https://youtube.com/shorts/qM3l3UUp-0s?feature=share Homicide detectives have identified one person of interest who will be inte...

Motorcyclist flown by Life Flight to hospital after crash on South Main in Highlands

31May

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Harris County

Motorcyclist flown by Life Flight to hospital after crash on South Main in Highlands

HIGHLANDS, TX – A motorcycle rider was flown by Life Flight to a hospital after a crash on South Main in Highlands. The crash occurred on South Main. The rider was transported by Life Flight to a hospital for treatment. https://youtube.com/shorts/59Ccs5p0KFk?feature=share The rider is expected to survive. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

Suspect hospitalized after firing at officer in Baytown

30May

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Baytown

Suspect hospitalized after firing at officer in Baytown

BAYTOWN, TX - A suspect was injured during an officer-involved shooting near E. Texas Avenue and N. 3rd Street in Baytown after officers responded to a disturbance. According to the Baytown Police Department, the suspect fired at an officer, who returned fire. The suspect was struck and transported to a hospital for treatment. The officer was not injured. The incident remains under investigation.

One dead, two injured after shooting at party in northeast Harris County

30May

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Harris County

One dead, two injured after shooting at party in northeast Harris County

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – One person was killed and two others were injured following a shooting at a large party in northeast Harris County. Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff's Office responded to the 6600 block of Rubilee Lane near Smith Road and Old Humble Road. According to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, deputies arrived and found a large party with three people suffering from gunshot wounds. One man was pronounced deceased at the scene. Two other victims were transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. https://youtube.com/shorts/_FrjUlo-cTU?feature=share Crime Scene Investigators and Harris County Sheriff's Office Homicide Detectives responded to the scene and are investigating the shooting. This is a developing story and more information ...

HPD raids La Toxica strip club in east Houston

30May

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Houston

HPD raids La Toxica strip club in east Houston

HOUSTON, TX – Houston Police raided La Toxica Strip Club in east Houston early this morning after receiving complaints about alleged illegal activity at the business. https://youtu.be/SgG9f7Q_UCM The raid occurred around 1 a.m. at La Toxica, located in the 12910 block of the East Freeway. According to the Houston Police Department, complaints over the past several months included allegations of prostitution, illegal alcohol sales, narcotics use, and other offenses. Members of the Houston Police Department Northeast Division, Vice Division, and the Texas Comptroller’s Office executed a search warrant at the club. Police said more than a dozen dancers were found working inside the business. Investigators were working with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office to determin...

Man in his 20s fatally shot during argument outside west Houston shopping center

29May

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Houston

Man in his 20s fatally shot during argument outside west Houston shopping center

HOUSTON, TX – A man in his 20s was fatally shot during an argument outside a shopping center in west Houston. The shooting occurred around 10:20 p.m. in front of a shopping center located at 2323 S. Kirkwood Road. Police said the victim and suspect were believed to be acquaintances when they became involved in an argument. During the dispute, the suspect shot the victim. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. https://youtube.com/shorts/Iig00v5sNFg?feature=share The suspect remained at the location and waited for officers to arrive. The investigation is ongoing.

Teen girl questioned after man found fatally shot at The Henry at Woodland Hills apartments

29May

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Harris County

Teen girl questioned after man found fatally shot at The Henry at Woodland Hills apartments

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A man was found fatally shot at The Henry at Woodland Hills apartments in northeast Harris County, and investigators believe a teenage girl may have been involved. Deputies responded around 9:13 p.m. to the 14800 block of Woodland Hills Drive. Upon arrival, they found a Black male, approximately 20 years old, unresponsive from a gunshot wound. EMS pronounced him deceased at the scene. According to the Harris County Sheriff's Office, witnesses reported hearing a male and female arguing shortly before a gunshot was heard. Witnesses then observed a dark-colored vehicle leaving the area. https://youtube.com/shorts/UbY_VAJDCi0?feature=share A female later returned to the scene in a dark-colored vehicle and told deputies she was present when the victim was s...