Public Interest

HOUSTON - While researching controversial blogger Aubrey R. Taylor, Houston Stringer identified numerous publicly available photographs appearing to show Taylor wearing body armor even next to a politician running for office. The images, which are publicly accessible online, appear to show Taylor in body armor. Court records reviewed by Houston Stringer show Taylor has felony convictions in Texas. Under Texas Penal Code Section 46.041, a person convicted of a felony commits an offense if, after the conviction, they possess metal or body armor. The statute defines body armor as body covering designed to protect against gunfire. The offense is a third-degree felony punishable by 2 to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. Texas law is broader than federal law when...

PORT ARTHUR, Texas - Dr. Matthews held a press conference Thursday in Port Arthur, where she renewed her criticism of self-described activist David Jones, repeated previous allegations against him, and challenged him to respond publicly. https://youtube.com/live/iBxmHiL2EFU Standing outside a residence associated with Jones, Dr. Matthews accused him of frequently attacking public officials and community members on social media while avoiding face-to-face confrontations. She repeatedly referred to Jones as a "keyboard gangster" and said she intended to continue confronting him publicly. During the press conference, Jones briefly opened the door, appeared to take a photograph of those gathered, and then returned inside without making a public statement. Dr. Matthews said she no...

HOUSTON - During a press conference, Dr. Candice Matthews claimed Google removed blogger Aubrey Taylor's Blogspot page because it contained false information about her and others and announced plans to pursue additional legal action. Dr. Matthews alleged Taylor has used his Blogspot page to target critics, political opponents and others through his reporting. She also claimed he has worked with both Republican and Democratic political figures in Harris County. According to Dr. Matthews, her legal team presented evidence to Google showing the content was false, resulting in the removal of the Blogspot page. Blog removedDownload "Anytime you get a Google blog closed down, that means you got evidence of falsity," Dr. Matthews said during the press conference. https://www.y...

HOUSTON — Leaders Esteem Christian Bible University's accreditation is currently under review by the International Association for Biblical Education (IABE), according to a notice posted on the accrediting organization's website. The notice states, "This institution is currently undergoing a review and verification process in accordance with IABE policies and procedures. The institution's accreditation remains active pending the completion of the review." The development comes amid allegations made by Dr. Matthews involving university founder Dr. Verna Caddie. In a public statement, Dr. Matthews said she filed a complaint with the accrediting organization and emphasized that the complaint was submitted under her own name rather than anonymously. PUBLIC STATEMENT I want...