The Houston Police Department has made public body-worn camera footage from an August shootout involving a suspect now facing seven felony charges. Demetri O’Neal Thomas appeared in court last Friday for a bond hearing, where he was informed of the charges against him, which include four counts of aggravated assault against a public servant and…
On the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, survivor Tom Canavan reflects on the profound impact that day had on his life and the continuing mission he has embraced. Canavan, who was working on the 47th floor of the North Tower when American Airlines Flight 11 struck, feels a deep responsibility to tell the…
Houston authorities are on the hunt for a man linked to a shooting that resulted in a fatality in the Alief area nearly three years ago. The suspect, identified as 31-year-old Alexander Funes-Vasquez, faces murder charges in connection with the death of 21-year-old Edward Josue Valladarez-Vargas. The tragic incident occurred in October 2023, when police…
The University of Houston has taken decisive action against an adjunct faculty member amid serious allegations involving child abuse captured in a video. The faculty member has been placed on administrative leave and is prohibited from setting foot on campus while the situation unfolds. The controversy arose from an incident that occurred on university grounds,…
A serious incident occurred in Fort Bend County on Thursday afternoon when a 10-year-old riding an E-bike was struck by a vehicle. The accident took place just after 5:15 p.m. near the intersection of Rosener Road and Elk Ridge in the Pine Mill Ranch subdivision. According to information provided by the Willowfork Fire Department, the…
Authorities are investigating a crash involving an EMS ambulance in Harris County, Texas, that resulted in three individuals being injured. The incident occurred at the intersection of TC Jester and Highway 249, close to the Mt Royal Village subdivision. According to Harris County Constable Precinct 1, Alan Rosen, initial findings suggest that an SUV ran…
A Galveston County grand jury has decided not to indict Officer Joshua Nino De Guzman in the shooting death of Randy Martin, who, according to a civil rights attorney, was unarmed during the incident that followed a traffic stop. The family of Martin is determined to continue their pursuit of justice despite the grand jury’s…
The Chambers County Sheriff’s Office is staunchly defending the use of Flock cameras amidst growing skepticism from various communities, announcing plans to expand their presence in the area. Sheriff Brian Hawthorne asserts that automated license plate readers have significantly contributed to crime reduction in Chambers County, citing their role in securing evidence that has led…
HOUSTON – The weather in the Houston area is set to be warm and humid on Wednesday, accompanied by the development of scattered rain showers and thunderstorms. High temperatures are expected to reach the low to mid 90s, with the possibility of locally heavy rainfall during stronger storm events. As the day unfolds, residents should…
A public defender in Harris County has been arrested following an alleged violent incident involving her ex-boyfriend. Brianna Berry, who had only recently begun her position at the Harris County Public Defender’s Office, faces serious charges related to the confrontation. Berry has been charged with burglary of a habitation and aggravated assault against a family…
