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Dr. Candice Matthews holds briefing at Haverstock Hills, says being trespassed will not stop her from helping residents

26Feb

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Houston, Public Interest

Dr. Candice Matthews holds briefing at Haverstock Hills, says being trespassed will not stop her from helping residents

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Dr. Candice Matthews held a press briefing outside the gated Haverstock Hills Apartments on Aldine Bender in north Harris County after recent complaints were made by residents, stating she had been trespassed from the property along with Grizzy’s Hood News. https://youtu.be/t440bsib7Fs Dr. Matthews said she went to the complex in response to new concerns raised by tenants but was informed she could not enter the property. She conducted the briefing from outside the gates and said residents continue to contact her with information. During the briefing, Dr. Matthews cited complaints including reports of rats, roaches, mold and unsanitary conditions. She also alleged that maintenance workers have entered apartments without notice, which she said has raised safet...

Fire breaks out at vacant building along North Freeway

26Feb

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Houston

Fire breaks out at vacant building along North Freeway

HOUSTON, TX – A fire broke out at a vacant building along the North Freeway inbound near the Riggs exit ramp. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7s8AEeWZ5A Houston Fire Department was dispatched around 10:49 p.m. to reports of a structure fire involving the reportedly vacant building. It is unknown at this time if there are any injuries. The cause of the fire has not been determined. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

Man shot and killed at apartment complex; second male dropped off at clinic with gunshot wound

25Feb

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Houston

Man shot and killed at apartment complex; second male dropped off at clinic with gunshot wound

HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot and killed at an apartment complex in southwest Houston, and a second male was dropped off at a nearby emergency clinic with a gunshot wound to the arm. https://youtu.be/vSdkvmxbwtU Police said officers were dispatched to the 700 block of Country Place just before 8 p.m. after receiving a report of a shooting with a male down in a courtyard area of the apartments. When officers and the Houston Fire Department arrived, they located an adult male who had been shot at least one time. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Narcotics were found next to him, and police believe this shooting may have been some type of narcotics deal gone wrong, but investigators are working to determine exactly what happened. While officers were working the scene, pol...

Mother hospitalized after house fire possibly involving cooking equipment tears through roof

25Feb

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Houston

Mother hospitalized after house fire possibly involving cooking equipment tears through roof

HOUSTON, TX – Firefighters responded to a working house fire where flames were already coming through the roof when crews arrived on scene. https://youtu.be/uneaGOoqhbY This happened in the 11300 block of Glenwolde Drive. Officials said there were unconfirmed reports of a possible explosion. The mother sustained spot burns to her leg and was transported to a hospital in stable condition. No other injuries were reported. The fire is believed to have started in the garage, possibly involving cooking equipment, before spreading to the rest of the home. About ten minutes into the incident, flames were reported to be shooting approximately 12 to 20 feet above the roof and remained at that intensity for some time due to a heavy fire load inside. All occupants self-evacuated befo...

Woman killed, toddler hospitalized after suspected impaired driver runs red light on Sam Houston Tollway feeder

24Feb

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Houston

Woman killed, toddler hospitalized after suspected impaired driver runs red light on Sam Houston Tollway feeder

HOUSTON, TX – A woman was killed and a toddler was transported to a hospital after a suspected impaired driver ran a red light in west Houston. https://youtu.be/H_vEATNu_aU The crash occurred just after 1 a.m. at the intersection of Clay Road and the West Sam Houston Tollway feeder road. According to the Houston Police Department Vehicular Crimes Division, a pickup truck traveling on the Sam Houston Tollway feeder road ran a red light and struck a small sedan that had just entered the intersection on a green light. The impact pushed the woman’s vehicle a very long way through the intersection before it came to rest on a curb. Police said a child, believed to be between 1 and 3 years old, was properly restrained in a car seat in the back seat. The child was transported to a lo...

Chase comes to end after white Tesla crashes in northeast Houston

24Feb

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Houston

Chase comes to end after white Tesla crashes in northeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A white Tesla led officers on a chase in northeast Houston before crashing near Wayside Drive and South Sgt. Macario Garcia Drive. https://youtu.be/ov3-xQXHbxw The pursuit ended when the Tesla crashed while coming off Wayside onto South Sgt. Macario Garcia Drive. At least two people were detained at the scene. It is unknown what prompted the initial traffic stop. This is a developing story and more information will follow if it becomes available.

Firefighters and Spiderman respond to house fire in Missouri City

23Feb

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Houston

Firefighters and Spiderman respond to house fire in Missouri City

MISSOURI CITY, TX – Firefighters responded to a house fire in the 6700 block of Fuqua in Missouri City. https://youtu.be/_7_SXU8kATk Heavy flames were coming from the home as crews with the Houston Fire Department worked to extinguish the fire. There were initial reports that people may have been trapped inside, but all the occupants managed to make it out before HFD arrived. Ten people were displaced but fortunately, there were not any injuries. It is unknown at this time if there were any injuries. The cause of the fire has not been released. Spiderman also responded to the scene during the incident. The investigation is ongoing.

Man killed in hit-and-run on Scott Street near Metro rail

23Feb

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Houston

Man killed in hit-and-run on Scott Street near Metro rail

HOUSTON, TX – An adult male was killed in a suspected hit-and-run crash along Scott Street near Anita Street. https://youtu.be/jqJvnyX3MTM Houston Police Department Vehicular Crimes Division investigators responded to the 3000 block of Scott, where all northbound lanes were shut down as officers investigated an auto-pedestrian fatality. According to police, investigators believe one or possibly multiple vehicles initially struck the man, leaving him in a moving lane of traffic next to the Metro rail line. A female driver then ran over him after he was already on the ground. Police said the female driver remained at the scene and has cooperated with investigators. At this time, she is not considered a suspect, and officers said the evidence supports her account. The case is...

Man armed with rifle shot and killed by officers outside Comfort Inn & Suites in southwest Houston

23Feb

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Houston

Man armed with rifle shot and killed by officers outside Comfort Inn & Suites in southwest Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot and killed by officers during an officer-involved shooting outside a hotel in southwest Houston. https://youtu.be/wtWJb4KwmTU Police responded shortly after 9 p.m. to a shooting in progress at the Comfort Inn & Suites located at 11050 Southwest Freeway. Officers arrived within minutes and observed a male suspect walking from the south side of the building holding a rifle. According to police, officers gave repeated verbal commands for the suspect to drop the weapon. The suspect refused, and officers discharged their firearms. The suspect, described as a Hispanic male in his 60s, was struck and pronounced deceased at the scene. Police said a female complainant was later found inside one of the hotel rooms with a minor injury. Investigators beli...

SWAT called after smoke fills north Houston hotel room, man peacefully taken into custody

22Feb

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Houston

SWAT called after smoke fills north Houston hotel room, man peacefully taken into custody

HOUSTON, TX – A man was taken into custody after heavy smoke activated the sprinkler system at a hotel along the North Freeway, prompting a response from Houston police and the SWAT team. https://youtu.be/eaXuSI82Amg Patrol officers responded to a call at the Suburban Studios located at 13505 North Freeway after reports of smoke coming from a room. The smoke was significant enough to activate the hotel’s sprinkler system. Officers attempted to make contact with the man inside the room but initially received no response. According to police, there were reports the man may have been armed and was acting in a threatening manner when civilians attempted to check on him. Those individuals backed away before officers arrived. SWAT officers and negotiators were called to the scene. ...