MAY 29 9:39 P.M. — Police are staged downtown where George Floyd protesters remain after Friday afternoon's rally. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- More than 100 people were arrested on various offenses in a second night of protests and riots over the death of George Floyd, according to Houston police. Dramatic footage uploaded to a Facebook Live feed showed the moment when shots split the night air in the Texas capital as some 100 protesters marched and chanted, “Fists up! Known as the Moody Park Riots, the event changed many lives forever—and brought reflection about the racial makeup of Houston… Floyd's death hits close to home because he grew up in the Third Ward. Protests against President Donald Trump and Republicans are being organized Thursday in Houston following the deadly insurrection of the U.S. … KHOU 11's Chris Costa said protests where he was at Texas and Fannin remained peaceful. Angry Leftists are rioting tonight in several US cities.Liberal mobs are destroying property again in several cities. They aren't strong when it comes to transparency. HOUSTON – Here are some of the statements released by Houston-area businesses and organizations in reaction to the Capitol riot. In Houston, the city where George Floyd grew up, several thousand people shut down a downtown freeway Friday as they marched after a rally to protest his … City officials are asking people to avoid traveling near the area throughout the night. Following the Capitol riots, Cruz faced intense calls for his resignation as Texas Democrats said his leading role in efforts to block the certification of President-elect Joe Biden’s electoral victory empowered Trump supporters who breached the Capitol and disrupted the certification process. Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo said 137 people were arrested during the rally, mostly for obstructing a roadway. Post: January 14, 2021 / 4:30 pm CST / Has been updated: January 14, 2021 / 4:30 pm CST. Here is a look at the latest George Floyd headlines from Houston and throughout Texas for Monday, June 1 Author: KHOU 11 Staff Published: 9:37 AM CDT May 31, 2020 Holocaust Museum Houston condemns yesterday’s assault on … In the video above, thousands took to the streets of Houston to protest the wrongful death of George Floyd and police brutality throughout the United States. Protestors marched on Houston City Hall in response to the death of George Floyd at … RELATED: 'Don't turn your back on racism': Nike ad shines light on race relations in America, RELATED: George Floyd protests spread coast-to-coast as violence ramps up. Other charges included assault on a police officer and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. MAY 30 3:57 A.M. — Chief Art Acevedo tweets "done for the night" in response to the George Floyd rally. Houston Officer Probed for Possible Role in US Capitol Riot Houston's police chief says an officer is being investigated for possibly taking part in the mob attack on the U.S. Capitol. #BlackLivesMatter Protests in downtown #Houston #GeorgeFloyd https://t.co/QZOd3f9H01 #abc13 pic.twitter.com/7T1uqCR3Py, #BLMHOU | #BREAKING #GeorgeFloydhttps://t.co/m3cjJPE5ig pic.twitter.com/AdapIEaQrG, The irony! WE CAN’T BREATHE !! Turner later said he understands the anger and frustration and supports the right to protest, but asked Houstonians to keep it peaceful. Protests have become violent in Minneapolis, Los Angeles and other cities but Houston has a long history of peaceful protests. George Floyd's funeral will be held on June 9 in Houston, Texas. In Houston on Wednesday, Gov. Police in Texas’ two largest cities have deployed pepper spray and tear gas as ... in Houston, Friday, May 29, 2020. Houston was the sole major Texas city where police officers did not use tear gas or rubber bullets, after receiving instruction from Acevedo. On May 29, 2020, civil rights leader Andrew Young stated that riots, violence, and looting "hurt the cause instead of helping it". Floyd who graduated from the school in 1993. You may have to rescan your channels for it to work – if that’s the case, we’ve got some instructions at KHOU.com/antenna. These are all the cities where protests and riots have erupted over George Floyd’s death Updated Jun 02, 2020; Posted May 30, 2020 A protester yells at a … Our officers who were attacked are in the hospital, patrol cars ruined, businesses damaged, this is not who we are as a City and as a community. Astronauts successfully liftoff in historic SpaceX Demo 2 launch. RELATED: 'Stand strong, stand together': Former NBA player Steven Jackson on a mission to get justice for George Floyd. Houston — Before she left home, Chavon Allen, 33, agonized over whether it was a good idea to bring her 8-year-old daughter to an unpredictable protest in the streets of downtown Houston … 2 of 126 Protesters break the windows of a BMW downtown as Black Lives Matter Houston protested the death of George Floyd, in Houston, … Watch live coverage of the aftermath of George Floyd's death, including protests around the country and developments into the investigation. Greg Abbott said his decision to deploy troops to large Texas cities was made in anticipation of riots after voting ends. KHOU has just upgraded its technology. The Houston native died in Minneapolis when a police officer kneeling on his neck for several minutes. Texas Governor Greg Abbott announces the reopening of more Texas businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic at a press conference at the Texas State Capitol in Austin on Monday, May 18, 2020. Hundreds of people marched from Discovery Green to Houston City Hall in honor of Houston native George Floyd. Over 70 arrested for inciting riot in Dallas; man with machete attacked WFAA/ABC Police take up position amid protests in Dallas, Texas. [153] A study conducted by the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project found that about 93% of 7,750 protests from May 26 through August 22 remained peaceful and nondestructive. Police officers rush in to detain and arrest protesters after a peaceful march to mourn the death of George Floyd in downtown Houston, Texas on June 2, 2020. ... MAY 28, 2020 NEW YORK CITY PROTESTS AND RIOTS!!!!! We ARE protesting you too @ArtAcevedo, we are not players... we are citizens calling out injustice. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. By Associated Press , Wire Service Content Aug. 17, 2020 BLM organizers say "people are angry" and what happened to Floyd has to fuel change. Supporters gather to hear speakers at Houston City Hall following a march to honor the memory of George Floyd in downtown Houston on June 2, 2020. A rocket ship built by Elon Musk’s … “The 24th" dramatizes one of the bloodiest and most tragic chapters in Jim Crow America history, the Houston Riot. The early 20th century was punctuated by “race riots”—in reality anti-Black pogroms—in Atlanta; Brownsville, Texas; Onancock, Va.; and Springfield, Ill. #NYC #JUSTICEFORGEORGEFLOYD #BLACKLIVESMATTER!!!! All Rights Reserved. A still photo from the film, "The 24th," about the all-Black Army regiment that was involved in the Houston riot of 1917. It all began when Houston native George Floyd died in Minneapolis Monday night when a white police ... New York and Los Angeles seeing widespread riots and destruction. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- More than 100 people were arrested on various offenses in a second night of protests and riots over the death of George Floyd, according to Houston police. Reporter Chris Costa is following the demonstrations in downtown Houston that at times today have become violent. MAY 29 9:52 P.M. — All highway and street access into and out of downtown Houston is closed after protests turned violent. Abbott's campaign event came after a majority of likely Texas voters in a recent poll said that law and order is a bigger issue than the pandemic. In Houston on Wednesday, Gov. Saturday, May 30, 2020 HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- During a protest and march in downtown over the death of George Floyd, things turned violent. Riots break out in Houston hours after police chief marches with Black Lives Matter protestors. A few businesses were vandalized and eight HPD patrol units were damaged during the protest. Several marchers carried signs and chanted "No justice, no peace," and other rallying cries along the way. ! ... May 30, 2020… Art Acevedo saying this when @houstonpolice is responsible for 6 deaths of Black & Brown men. Bob Price serves as associate editor and senior news contributor for the Breitbart Texas-Border team. ... — USA TODAY (@USATODAY) August 23, 2020. #GeorgeFloyd #BLMHOU https://t.co/gjY8nLNi7i pic.twitter.com/A1ravpEpyk. Posted by KHOU 11 News on Friday, May 29, 2020 MAY 29 9:52 P.M. — All highway and street access into and out of downtown Houston is closed after protests turned violent. Credit: Pu Ying Huang for The Texas Tribune A few minutes later, protesters attacked another DPS trooper vehicle parked outside the Texas Governor’s Mansion. Max White joined the "Justice for George Floyd" march and rally in downtown Houston. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- During a protest and march in downtown over the death of George Floyd, things turned violent. There may be profanities in the video. He is an original member of the Breitbart Texas team. A riot, as defined by the Portland Police, is when six or more people engage in violent behavior and risk causing harm to others, per the same report. The Houston Troop Rebellion took place only weeks after the bloody East Saint Louis “race riot,” which resulted in up to 200 deaths, with more than 6000 left homeless, and extensive damage to Black-owned property. Greg Abbott said his decision to deploy troops to large Texas cities was made in anticipation of riots after voting ends. Newberry also reported that their photographer witnessed “a mob of people attacking” a DPS trooper at the State Capitol. A group of activists held a demonstration in downtown Houston Thursday afternoon calling the riots at Capitol Hill "absolutely heinous." Protesters march during a demonstration over the death of George Floyd, a black man who died after a white policeman kneeled on his neck for several minutes in Houston, Texas on May 29, 2020… I said at a press conference. People walk past a picture of George Floyd as they prepare to pay their respects during his public viewing at the Fountain of Praise church on June 8, 2020, in Houston, Texas. Attorney General William Barr has deployed federal riot teams to Washington, D.C., and Miami in … Eight officers were injured during the protest, 16 police vehicles were damaged and some businesses were vandalized. Protests were held tonight in:– NY, Brooklyn– Milwaukee, WI– Houston, TX– Fort Wayne, IN– Washington DC– Atlanta, GA– Kansas City, MO– Denver, CO– Las Vegas, NV– San Jose, CA– Detroit, MI– Boston, MA– Chicago, IL The leftist mob Houston (Texas Tribune) —A 18-year veteran of the Houston Police Department is under federal investigation for his participation in a riot at the U.S. Capitol last week, Houston Police Chief Art Asebed said Wednesday afternoon. Riot forces at White House include tactical teams wearing insignia from Texas federal prisons ... 2020. We’re really excited to be able to bring our KHOU 11 News, CBS shows and sports, Wheel of Fortune, Ellen and Great Day Houston to more homes around the area. He is an original member of the Breitbart Texas team. MAY 29 10:52 P.M. — Protesters remained downtown Friday night as law enforcement officers blocked off some entrances into downtown. Hundreds of Houstonians marched to City Hall Friday for a Justice for George rally in honor of Houston native George Floyd. Texas Gov. Latest headlines: https://bit.ly/36H8HqW. Sunday-morning talk show. Rodney Floyd attends the funeral service for his brother George Floyd at The Fountain of Praise church, June 9, 2020, in Houston. The … Below is a timeline of events from the George Floyd protests in Houston: MAY 30 9:41 A.M. —  Jack Yates High School Alumni holds a vigil and walk in honor of George Floyd who graduated from the school in 1993. In Houston, the city where George Floyd grew up, several thousand people shut down a downtown freeway Friday as they marched after a rally to protest his … George Floyd's family has denounced the violent protests. If you were unable to receive KHOU with your antenna in the past, try again on channel 11.11. MAY 30 3:15 A.M. — Houston police said nearly 200 people were arrested during the George Floyd rally. 3 of 262 Attribution: AP Houston, Texas Mayor Turner addresses protestors during march for George Floyd. These are all the cities where protests and riots have erupted over George Floyd’s death Updated Jun 02, 2020; Posted May 30, 2020 A protester yells at a … MAY 30 12:20 A.M. — Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo and HPD officers are advising people downtown blocking a street or business to leave or … A Texas man is facing federal jail time after his ex-wife reported him to the FBI when she noticed him participating in the violent siege of the U.S. Capitol building on Wednesday. A man stands in front of police in downtown Houston on Friday, May 29, 2020. Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for the entire state Sunday in response to violent protests over the death of George Floyd. In Austin, Texas, about 100 people were marching when shots rang out, killing 28-year-old Garrett Foster. Portland, Seattle Declare Riots; Chicago Pushback: Protest Wrap Bloomberg News July 26, 2020, 10:34 AM EDT Updated on July 26, 2020, 1:51 PM EDT 2020 – Jewish Protest, October 7–8 Brooklyn , New York, Members of the Orthodox Jewish community protested over … Texas leaders, stop riots, ... 2020 06:04 PM ORDER ... George Floyd’s funeral will be in his native Houston, a moment of focus on Texas that gives us a chance to rise up and lead. Hundreds of Houstonians marched from Discovery Green to City Hall Friday for a Justice for George rally. Texas Gov. Cops slamming protesters, citizens destroying property!! This is a live feed. 1 of 3 Houston Police officers block off a street during a protest May 30, 2020, in downtown Houston. *Live video above or you can watch via our Facebook page*. Earlier, dozens of protesters blocked parts of I-45, Hwy 59 and some downtown streets during rush hour. Acevedo said about a dozen people total had been taken into custody by Friday evening. Texas Capitol grounds in Austin reopen after closing due to US Capitol riot The grounds were closed to the public Wednesday after supporters of … If you’re still having trouble, please contact us here and we’ll try to get you set up. SEE ALSO: George Floyd's family and teacher react to his death. MAY 29 9:29 P.M. —  There were reports of some damage to businesses downtown, including broken glass at Zuto's, a restaurant. 26 Jul 2020 11,494 1:30 One person was killed after shots were fired Saturday night at a Black Lives Matter protest in Austin, Texas, local police said. This included reports written by journalists in 20 Texas newsrooms, such as the El Paso Times and the Houston Chronicle, as well as syndicated articles from sources like the Associated Press. The rally itself was mostly peaceful with only a handful of arrests. Hundreds marched from Discovery Green to Houston City Hall Friday afternoon in memory of  Floyd, who died at the hands of Minneapolis police officers. Greg Abbott has declared a state of disaster due to the violence in cities around the state protesting the death of George Floyd.. Abbott, a Republican, issued the measure in response to "threats and incidents of violence in several cities across Texas that … Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has asked people protesting former Houston resident George Floyd's death to remain peaceful. "My message to everybody who's coming is this a community event, a family event, it ain't just to express our anger, but we have to get together to truly get something done," said Ashton Woods, with Black Lives Matter Houston. — BREAKING RIOT UPDATES – BLAZE TV (@ElijahSchaffer) May 31, 2020. Texas Gov. HOUSTON — All is calm after a nearly 11-hour rally in downtown Houston where protesters took the streets to demand justice for George Floyd. Price is a regular panelist on Fox 26 Houston… A Texas-based lawyer is among those who have been terminated from their job after being identified as a participant in Wednesday's riot on Capitol Hill. — BREAKING RIOT UPDATES – BLAZE TV (@ElijahSchaffer) May 31, 2020. Price is a regular panelist on Fox 26 Houston’s What’s Your Point? HOUSTON – More than 1,500 Texas state troopers were sent Saturday to various cities by Gov. Houston's Leading Local News: Weather, ... Texas Many arrested for riot-related charges don’t live in Dallas, but most are from North Texas. 2020 – Minneapolis false rumors riot, Aug. 26–28, On August 26 a false rumor that police shot a man in Minneapolis, started riots that set four buildings on fire and damaged 72 more. Hundreds of people joined a "Justice for George" rally organized by "Black Lives Matter" in downtown Houston. Portland, Seattle Declare Riots; Chicago Pushback: Protest Wrap Bloomberg News July 26, 2020, 10:34 AM EDT Updated on July 26, 2020, 1:51 PM EDT Houston police dressed in riot gear kept watch during the rally but their were no major issues. If you already see KHOU on 11.1, you may now ALSO see it on 11.11 – it’s the exact same programming. We will protect your right protest, but we will not allow our city to decay into chaos. A lot of Houstonians knew him and he still has family here. MAY 30 12:20 A.M. — Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo and HPD officers are advising people downtown blocking a street or business to leave or be subject to arrest. Houston Police Officers' Union president Joe … In the video above, ABC13 covered the protest and march led by Black Lives Matter for George Floyd who was a Houston native. arrested the officer who was seen kneeling on Floyd's neck. WFAA/ABC Police brutality protesters in downtown Dallas, Texas. ... 2020 … At City Hall, they shouted "I can't breathe" in reference to Floyd's pleas for help as former officer Derek Chauvin kneeled on his neck. Copyright © 2021 KTRK-TV. This is live video from downtown Houston. RELATED: Biden: George Floyd's death shows 'open wound' of US racism, RELATED: Former President Obama issues statement over George Floyd's death, Send us a news tip | Download our app | #HTownRush Newsletter, Great news if you watch TV with an antenna. In the spring of 1917, as World War I was raging in Europe, the U.S. Army’s 24th Infantry Regiment – comprised entirely of Black soldiers – arrived in Houston to guard an Army encampment that was under construction. The death of Jose Campos Torres started a chain of events that culminated in a violent uproar nearly a year later in Houston’s Latino community. The department said many of the people arrested will be charged with obstructing a roadway. Riot police hold a line near a damaged Atlanta Police cars as people protest ... a black man who died after a white policeman kneeled on his neck for several minutes in Houston, Texas on May 29, 2020. The windows of the vehicle appear to be smashed out. — Bryce Newberry (@Bryce_Newberry) May 30, 2020. On Saturday, Chief Acevedo corrected the total, saying 137 were arrested. Houston: Police made 200 arrests in late May during riots and protests. Bob Price serves as associate editor and senior news contributor for the Breitbart Texas-Border team. Greg Abbott was in Dallas Thursday to announce legislative proposals that give harsher penalties to people involved in riots, which includes mandatory jail time. 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