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Community activists demand independent investigation into shooting of woman in her apartment by HCSO deputies
Read full article: Community activists demand independent investigation into shooting of woman in her apartment by HCSO deputiesHouston area civil rights activists are demanding an investigation into the incident involving a woman who was shot several times by two deputies who were looking into a burglary call at an apartment complex in east Harris County.
ONLY ON 2: Witness recounts what cameras didn’t capture in deadly shooting of Humble gas station clerk over stolen chips
Read full article: ONLY ON 2: Witness recounts what cameras didn’t capture in deadly shooting of Humble gas station clerk over stolen chipsTonight we’re hearing from a witness who saw the moments before an Humble store clerk was shot and killed over a stolen bag of chips.
Teen charged with murder in deadly shooting of Humble convenience store clerk over stolen bag of chips
Read full article: Teen charged with murder in deadly shooting of Humble convenience store clerk over stolen bag of chipsTwo teenagers wanted for capital murder in the death of a Humble convenience store clerk on Friday have turned themselves in to police.
Family of Rudy Farias demands charges, transparency in investigation of fake 8-year disappearance
Read full article: Family of Rudy Farias demands charges, transparency in investigation of fake 8-year disappearanceAfter a week filled with twists and turns in the fake eight-year disappearance of Rudy Farias, his family members are demanding criminal charges and transparency in the investigation.
Rudy Farias’ aunt says ‘everything’s coming up to the light’ after his 8-year disappearance
Read full article: Rudy Farias’ aunt says ‘everything’s coming up to the light’ after his 8-year disappearanceThe stepsister of Rudy Farias’ mom is speaking out after new allegations surfaced about his disappearance Wednesday.
‘I heard horrific things’: Activist Quanell X says Rudy Farias was reportedly ‘hidden in plain sight’ for past 8 years
Read full article: ‘I heard horrific things’: Activist Quanell X says Rudy Farias was reportedly ‘hidden in plain sight’ for past 8 yearsNew alleged details are coming out in the strange disappearance of Rudy Farias, a now 25-year-old man who was reported missing in 2015.
Community activists call for video to be released in Greenspoint FBI raid shooting
Read full article: Community activists call for video to be released in Greenspoint FBI raid shootingCommunity activist Quanell X will be holding a news conference Sunday to call on authorities to release videos tied to a fatal shooting which occurred during an operation to rescue several migrants who were allegedly being held hostage in the Greenspoint area last month.
‘This woman is crazy as hell!’: Cy-Fair ISD teacher accused of forcing only Black student in class to re-enact slavery
Read full article: ‘This woman is crazy as hell!’: Cy-Fair ISD teacher accused of forcing only Black student in class to re-enact slaveryOfficials with the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District are investigating a middle school teacher who is accused of teaching a racist lesson plan about slavery and the Civil War. That lesson has left an 8th grader hurt and embarrassed, and community leaders demanding the teacher be let go.
Activists meet with Sheriff Gonzalez on jail issues; Harris County reportedly understaffed by 500 officers
Read full article: Activists meet with Sheriff Gonzalez on jail issues; Harris County reportedly understaffed by 500 officersCommunity activists with the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and the Texas Coalition of Black Democrats met with Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez on Thursday to discuss the issues plaguing the county’s jail.
‘That’s overkill’: Activist, civil right organizations believe patron who shot and killed robbery suspect at taco shop should face charges
Read full article: ‘That’s overkill’: Activist, civil right organizations believe patron who shot and killed robbery suspect at taco shop should face chargesCommunity activists and civil rights organizations are speaking out after a customer shot and killed a suspect at a taco shop last week.
Man surrenders in connection to murder outside of bar in Houston
Read full article: Man surrenders in connection to murder outside of bar in HoustonHouston police say a woman who was shot Sunday night outside of a bar in Montrose has died and a person of interest has turned themselves in to authorities.
Man wanted for questioning in HPD officer-involved shooting reports to police station with assistance of Quanell X
Read full article: Man wanted for questioning in HPD officer-involved shooting reports to police station with assistance of Quanell XCommunity activist Quanell X stood alongside a wanted suspect accused of engaging in a shootout with an HPD officer as the man turned himself in to police. The peaceful surrender happened Wednesday at the Houston Police Department.
Houston mayor, city officials continue to work to combat crime in Houston
Read full article: Houston mayor, city officials continue to work to combat crime in HoustonIt’s been nearly 100 days since Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announced his latest initiative to combat crime in Houston. “We are launching the One Safe Houston crime reduction initiative,” said Turner back in early February at City Hall.
Crime Stoppers offering $5K reward for information in case of missing woman last seen leaving Houston nightclub
Read full article: Crime Stoppers offering $5K reward for information in case of missing woman last seen leaving Houston nightclubIt’s been more than a week since Felicia Johnson was reported missing and there are lots of questions surrounding her disappearance.
Smoothie King employee fired after allegedly writing racist remark on receipt issued to 3 Black teens
Read full article: Smoothie King employee fired after allegedly writing racist remark on receipt issued to 3 Black teensThree Black teens said after they ordered at Smoothie King on West Davis Drive in Conroe, their receipt read “3 negroes to go.”
‘This man ain’t crazy’: Family of 18-year-old woman demands no bond for man charged with her murder in SW Houston
Read full article: ‘This man ain’t crazy’: Family of 18-year-old woman demands no bond for man charged with her murder in SW HoustonThe family of 18-year-old Sara Goodwin joined Community Activist Quanell X to protest the bond given to a man who was charged in connection to the young woman’s death.
Bond set at $1.2 million for man charged with murder in connection to death of missing 18-year-old Sara Goodwin, court docs say
Read full article: Bond set at $1.2 million for man charged with murder in connection to death of missing 18-year-old Sara Goodwin, court docs sayA man has been charged in connection to the murder of an 18-year-old woman who was reported missing since Feb. 6, court documents said.
Family, friends gather in search for missing woman who was pulled into random vehicle in SW Houston
Read full article: Family, friends gather in search for missing woman who was pulled into random vehicle in SW HoustonCommunity activist Quanell X, along with family and friends of a missing Houston woman came together to pass out missing person flyers to bring attention to her disappearance.
Mother of Maliyah Bass sentenced to 20 years in prison for role in 2-year-old’s death
Read full article: Mother of Maliyah Bass sentenced to 20 years in prison for role in 2-year-old’s deathThe mother of Maliyah Bass, the 2-year-old whose body was found floating in Brays Bayou, has been sentenced to serve 20 years in prison for her involvement in her daughter's death.
Quanell X hoping for outside investigation into potential Brazoria County jury tampering
Read full article: Quanell X hoping for outside investigation into potential Brazoria County jury tamperingThere has been an ongoing investigation by the Texas Rangers into a former district clerk accused of excluding people of color from being selected on juries.
Quanell X, NAACP call for FBI investigation into allegations against former Brazoria Co. Clerk
Read full article: Quanell X, NAACP call for FBI investigation into allegations against former Brazoria Co. ClerkHouston-area activists are calling for the federal government to take over the investigation of a former district clerk accused of excluding people of color from being selected on juries.
Quanell X, family of victims ask for indictiment of former Brazoria County clerk
Read full article: Quanell X, family of victims ask for indictiment of former Brazoria County clerkQuanell X and pastor civic leaders are holding a press conference demanding that Brazoria County DA Tom Selleck indict former Rhonda Barchak on jury tampering and official oppression.
Klein ISD teacher resigns after accusations he made racist, homophobic comments towards students
Read full article: Klein ISD teacher resigns after accusations he made racist, homophobic comments towards studentsA Klein Independent School District teacher has resigned after he was allegedly caught on tape making racial and homophobic comments with students in his class.
Quanell X calls for federal investigation into jury tampering in Brazoria County
Read full article: Quanell X calls for federal investigation into jury tampering in Brazoria CountyThere is a call for an independent federal investigation of the former Brazoria County District Clerk Rhonda Barchak, who is accused of corrupting the jury process in the county for 11 years.
Fugitive found in Oregon, arrested in connection with death of Houston woman who went missing while celebrating her birthday
Read full article: Fugitive found in Oregon, arrested in connection with death of Houston woman who went missing while celebrating her birthdayA man charged with murder in connection with the death of a Houston woman reported missing in late July has been arrested, Houston police said.
Have you seen Shawtyeria? Family frantic to find woman who went missing while celebrating her 20th birthday
Read full article: Have you seen Shawtyeria? Family frantic to find woman who went missing while celebrating her 20th birthdayCommunity activist Quanell X is asking for the public’s help in the search for a missing woman who was last seen two weeks ago.
Police searching for gunman who killed well-known store clerk in Fifth Ward
Read full article: Police searching for gunman who killed well-known store clerk in Fifth WardHOUSTON – Several members of the Fifth Ward community gathered to seek the public’s help finding the killer of a well-liked store clerk. It’s not safe for you in Fifth Ward. The image was captured by cameras at the A-to-Z Food Mart. The image was captured by cameras at the A-to-Z Food Mart. (KPRC)A shrine was set-up in front of the A-to-Z Food Mart to keep Lawrence’s memory alive and serve as a reminder a killer is on the loose.
Katy High School football star kicked off team, now suing to be reinstated
Read full article: Katy High School football star kicked off team, now suing to be reinstatedKATY – A star quarterback for Katy High School, who made headlines last year for being caught on camera using a racial slur, is once again off the football team. Now, he is suing Katy ISD to be reinstated. The 19-year-old student was suspended in September after a Katy ISD police and a K-9 found a substance they believed to be marijuana in Bronson’s vehicle during a search of the Katy H.S. But in a letter dated September 28, less than two weeks after the incident, the Katy ISD superintendent Dr. Ken Gregorski appeared to clear McClelland of any wrongdoing. A spokesperson for Katy ISD would not answer questions about the case.
What’s behind Houston, Harris County’s rising homicide rates?
Read full article: What’s behind Houston, Harris County’s rising homicide rates?HOUSTON – According to Houston police Chief Art Acevedo, there were 286 murders as of the first week of October. “When you think about people committing murder and going out on bond after bond and committing more violent crimes,” Acevedo said. The family is from Dallas and has been to Houston frequently, scouring the neighborhood surrounding the murder for answers. Fueling a growing backlogThe rise in murders also helps fuel a backlog in Harris County criminal court. Devastation by Hurricane Harvey and the COVID-19 have created a large backlog in the criminal justice system that will take years to clear out.
Mother, boyfriend put 2-year-old Maliyah Bass' body in storm drain after killing her, court documents say
Read full article: Mother, boyfriend put 2-year-old Maliyah Bass' body in storm drain after killing her, court documents sayHOUSTON – The mother of Maliyah Bass and her boyfriend are in custody and charged in connection with the death of the 2-year-old, Houston police said Tuesday. Court documents said the couple killed Maliyah and put her body in a storm drain, which was later recovered from Brays Bayou. On Aug. 22, Thompson and Ervin told reporters that Ervin left Maliyah alone for 5 minutes at a neighborhood playground while she was cooking. “The defendant and her boyfriend ... injured and killed the two-year-old complainant," said a court worker during Thompson’s probable cause court hearing. In 2019, Quanell X helped to bring 4-year-old Maleah Davis' body from Arkansas back to Houston.
Metro PD investigating after man says officers held him on scalding ground for 27 minutes
Read full article: Metro PD investigating after man says officers held him on scalding ground for 27 minutesHOUSTON – An investigation is underway after a violent encounter between a man and multiple Metro police officers. Metro chief Vera Bumpers says Activist Quanell X told her what happened earlier this week and she started an investigation. I’m burning, I’m burning,’” said Quanell X. Along with Quanell X, Cynthia Pharms and Dr. Candace Matthews with the Texas Coalition of Black Democrats are demanding justice for Morgan. Quanell X shared a graphic photo of Morgan’s stomach where he suffered from third degree burning.
2-year-old Maliyah Bass to be honored at funeral in Dallas
Read full article: 2-year-old Maliyah Bass to be honored at funeral in DallasDALLAS, Texas – Maliyah Bass, the missing 2-year-old who was found dead in Brays Bayou, will be laid to rest Friday in Dallas. According to the Sandra Clark Funeral Home, a service for the toddler will start at noon after which she will be buried at the Lincoln Memorial Cemetery. Maliyah was reported missing out of southwest Houston on Aug. 22, and her body was found by a jogger the following day, according to authorities. “…We need justice for this family.”Maliyah’s grandmother, Rosalie Jimerson, said she and her granddaughter had a social bond. And, I would be like, ‘Hi, my Tootie.’ I’ll never forget that,” she said.
Community boiling with anger over fate of 2-year-old Maliyah Bass; Family meets with Houston activist Quanell X
Read full article: Community boiling with anger over fate of 2-year-old Maliyah Bass; Family meets with Houston activist Quanell XHOUSTON – A small, makeshift memorial of balloons, flowers and candles could be seen Monday outside the southwest Houston apartment where 2-year-old Maliyah Bass lived. Neighbors who live there were not happy to see Maliyah’s mother and boyfriend return to the property with Houston activist Quanell X. Quanell X met with Maliyah’s mother and boyfriend inside their apartment and said the couple’s story left him with a lot of questions. In 2019, Quanell X helped to bring 4-year-old Maleah Davis’ body from Arkansas back to Houston. The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences said they are still working to positively identify the child’s body, though police say it’s a high probability it is Maliyah’s body.
5 things for Houstonians to know for Tuesday, August 25
Read full article: 5 things for Houstonians to know for Tuesday, August 25Here are things you need to know for Tuesday, August 25:1. Tracking the tropics: Laura strengthens to hurricane as it enters Gulf of MexicoThe Texas and Louisiana Gulf coasts are watching the tropics closely, as Hurricane Laura churns through the Gulf of Mexico. Right now, coastal areas between Houston and Southwestern Louisiana are the most likely to get a direct hit. Neighbors who live there were not happy to see Maliyahs mother and boyfriend return to the property with Houston activist Quanell X. Those Texans could change their status when filling out future payment requests, Gamez said, and could then qualify for the extra $300 payments.
Search for missing man with mental disability who was last seen boarding Greyhound from Houston to Louisiana
Read full article: Search for missing man with mental disability who was last seen boarding Greyhound from Houston to LouisianaHOUSTON The niece of a missing elderly man with a mental disability canvassed the area surrounding a bus station near downtown Houston Wednesday, where he was last seen. Stewarts niece, Cassandra Stewart, said she drove her uncle to the Greyhound bus terminal, located at 2121 S. Main in Midtown. The two stops that were made up to Alexandria, Louisiana, he never made it off the bus, Quanell X said. Thats why we believe whatever happened to him, happened right here in Houston and somebody took his ticket, Quanell X said. Sharonda Davis spoke to Cassandra Stewart and Quanell X as they handed out missing persons fliers outside the bus station.
Family says online spat led to murder of 28-year-old mother of 5 in northeast Houston
Read full article: Family says online spat led to murder of 28-year-old mother of 5 in northeast HoustonHOUSTON Family members of a woman killed Aug. 6 in northeast Houston said she had nothing to do with the online spat the led to a real-world confrontation. A 41-second bystander video encapsulates the chaos that led to the murder of Tammy Goody, 28, a mother of five. For one moment the video does show a man kneeling over the body of a woman lying motionless on the street. If you know anything about this murder, youre asked to contact the Houston Police Department or make an anonymous Crimestoppers tip at (713) 222-TIPS. The family has also started a GoFundme page to raise money for funeral costs.
Local activist call for HPD Chief Art Acevedo’s firing
Read full article: Local activist call for HPD Chief Art Acevedo’s firingHOUSTON – Activist Quanell X and others are calling on Houston police Chief Art Acevedo to face the community and answer tough questions regarding the controversy and criminal charges that hit his department nearly a week and a half ago. Well man, come on forward and answer these serious questions about how did you have all of that happening under your watch?,” Quanell said. It comes weeks after Chief Acevedo was everywhere on television and social media. Prior to today’s news conference, Mayor Turner made his position on Acevedo clear to Channel 2 Investigates,“I have 100% confidence in him and I think most Houstonians do as well,” Turner said. Quanell X questioned the mayor after being informed of his stance.
Family of man killed by police in December says HPD shooting justified; Quanell X says Pasadena police fired ‘too many shots’
Read full article: Family of man killed by police in December says HPD shooting justified; Quanell X says Pasadena police fired ‘too many shots’HOUSTON – The family of 18-year-old Davion Edison watched the body camera footage of his December 2019 shooting Monday and said they believed the shooting was justified. In a press conference with activist Quanell X, family members said they wanted the body camera footage of the fatal shooting to be released to the public. After reviewing the footage, Quanell X and Edison’s family held a press conference. “Don’t give them an excuse to shoot you," Quanell X said. “From what I witnessed, HPD, they did fire, but not like the Pasadena Police Department did,” Quanell X said.
Family of Davion Edison requests HPD to release body camera video of deadly shooting
Read full article: Family of Davion Edison requests HPD to release body camera video of deadly shooting“I just want justice that I know I’ve been fighting for since December 30, 2019,” said Williams Linzer. During the Justice or Death Rally Wednesday, activist Quanell X demanded police departments release body camera videos after officer-involved shootings. The issue isn’t entirely cut and dry because some families don’t want the video released. Williams Linzer said police told her the video could not be released because the incident was still under investigation. “I want to see it myself, and I want it released to everyone,” Williams Linzer said.
Community seeks answers for the untimely death of Houston teen shot, killed while waiting for bus
Read full article: Community seeks answers for the untimely death of Houston teen shot, killed while waiting for busHOUSTON – A community in mourning is questioning what led to the killing of Austin High School honor student Atiba Jeffrey. “This young man was in school doing the right thing about to graduate. This young man (has) never been in trouble," he said. Farrell said her son wanted to serve the country after graduating high school this year. Anyone with information on the shooting and killing Jeffrey should call HPD.
Elderly man shot during robbery calls to end violence in southeast Houston neighborhood
Read full article: Elderly man shot during robbery calls to end violence in southeast Houston neighborhoodHOUSTON – Arthur Cash, 71, says he’s thankful to be alive after being shot just outside his home located in the 3000 block of Dacca Drive. “He was going back between the truck and he turned around and shot me,” Cash said. The gunman shot Cash in the hip and stole $1,900 in rent money and a few prescription pills“I think it’s wrong for them to go around shooting elderly people. He said this was the second time an elderly person had been targeted in the community in recent weeks. “It’s a shame that we have to live in an age where we have to live like this,” Cash said.
Sept. 30: Double amputee shot to death
Read full article: Sept. 30: Double amputee shot to deathHOUSTON – How can Houston police justify shooting a wheelchair-bound, mentally ill, double amputee to death? Those are just a few of the comments in this week's Houston Newsmakers with Khambrel Marshall. Brian Claunch was the 45-year-old shot to death after police say he refused to drop what they thought was a weapon. Brian Claunch was diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, one of more than 170,000 in Harris County with that same disease. Did you know that Texas ranks 50th among states in per capita mental health funding and Harris County is among the lowest of Texas Counties?