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Antonio ‘AJ’ Armstrong’s wife files for divorce a year after his conviction for killing parents
Read full article: Antonio ‘AJ’ Armstrong’s wife files for divorce a year after his conviction for killing parentsThe couple had been together since high school, and Ober remained by Armstrong’s side throughout each of his three murder trials. Court records indicate Kate Ober filed for divorce in September.
‘I hope they hear me’: DA Kim Ogg says she plans to reindict 10 Houston PD officers involved in Harding St. raid
Read full article: ‘I hope they hear me’: DA Kim Ogg says she plans to reindict 10 Houston PD officers involved in Harding St. raidIn the wake of former officer Gerald Goines' conviction, Harris County DA Kim Ogg is determined to reindict 10 Houston PD officers involved in the 2019 Harding Street raid.
Q&A: KPRC 2 exclusive interview with DA Kim Ogg after ex-HPD officer sentenced in deadly Harding St. raid
Read full article: Q&A: KPRC 2 exclusive interview with DA Kim Ogg after ex-HPD officer sentenced in deadly Harding St. raidIn a landmark decision, former Houston Police Department officer Gerald Goines has been sentenced to 60 years for his role in the deadly Harding Street raid.
KPRC 2 Investigates exclusive: DA Kim Ogg highlights community impact of historic ex-HPD murder conviction
Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates exclusive: DA Kim Ogg highlights community impact of historic ex-HPD murder convictionHarris County DA Kim Ogg called the verdict a significant step towards rejecting leniency in police misconduct cases.
‘It’s essentially a life sentence,’: Legal experts weigh in on ex-HPD cop’s 60-year prison sentence for deadly raid
Read full article: ‘It’s essentially a life sentence,’: Legal experts weigh in on ex-HPD cop’s 60-year prison sentence for deadly raidLegal experts describe the sentence as effectively a life term for the 60-year-old Goines, who will only be eligible for parole at 92.
Family of Harding St. raid victims demands apology from ex-HPD chief Acevedo
Read full article: Family of Harding St. raid victims demands apology from ex-HPD chief AcevedoThe family of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas is calling for a public apology from former Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo after the conviction of ex-officer Gerald Goines.
‘It is the most important verdict in Harris County’: DA Kim Ogg, Harding St. victim’s family react to sentencing
Read full article: ‘It is the most important verdict in Harris County’: DA Kim Ogg, Harding St. victim’s family react to sentencingFormer HPD officer Gerald Goines has been sentenced to 60 years for his role in the 2019 Harding Street raid, marking a historic moment in Harris County.
Ex-Houston PD officer Gerald Goines sentenced in Harding Street raid deaths
Read full article: Ex-Houston PD officer Gerald Goines sentenced in Harding Street raid deathsGerald Goines, ex-Houston Police Department officer, has been sentenced to 60 years in prison for his role in the tragic 2019 Harding Street raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog.
PHOTOS: Former Houston cop found guilty in Harding Street raid trial escorted out of courthouse in ambulance
Read full article: PHOTOS: Former Houston cop found guilty in Harding Street raid trial escorted out of courthouse in ambulanceDuring the sentencing phase of the Harding Street murder trial, ex-HPD officer Gerald Goines experienced a medical emergency, causing a temporary pause in court proceedings.
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Jury to decide ex-Houston officer’s fate after murder conviction
Read full article: Jury to decide ex-Houston officer’s fate after murder convictionThe sentencing phase for former Houston officer Gerald Goines has started following his conviction for the 2019 Harding Street raid that killed Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog. Goines was found guilty of fabricating information to secure a no-knock warrant, leading to a fatal encounter.
Why wasn’t Houston’s ex-officer handcuffed immediately after murder conviction | Here’s what we know
Read full article: Why wasn’t Houston’s ex-officer handcuffed immediately after murder conviction | Here’s what we knowTensions ran high in the courtroom as ex-Houston officer Gerald Goines was found guilty of murder in the 2019 Harding Street raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog.
Former Houston officer found guilty of murder in deaths of couple during Harding Street raid
Read full article: Former Houston officer found guilty of murder in deaths of couple during Harding Street raidGerald Goines, an ex-Houston narcotics officer, has been found guilty of felony murder in the 2019 Harding Street raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog.
Sentencing phase next for ex-Houston PD officer found guilty of murder in Harding Street raid
Read full article: Sentencing phase next for ex-Houston PD officer found guilty of murder in Harding Street raidThe jury has entered its second day of deliberations in the high-profile trial of former Houston Police officer Gerald Goines, accused of felony murder and tampering with a government record.
First day of jury deliberations ends without a verdict in Harding Street murder trial
Read full article: First day of jury deliberations ends without a verdict in Harding Street murder trialThe Harding Street murder trial is reaching its climax as closing arguments are set to begin for ex-Houston PD narcotics officer Gerald Goines.
Jury charge language finalized ahead of closing arguments in Harding Street murder trial
Read full article: Jury charge language finalized ahead of closing arguments in Harding Street murder trialThe murder trial of ex-Houston Police officer Gerald Goines, linked to the fatal 2019 Harding Street raid, is nearing its conclusion. Both sides have rested their cases, and jury charge language will be finalized today. Closing arguments start Tuesday.
Key moments during testimonies after state rests case in Gerald Goines murder trial
Read full article: Key moments during testimonies after state rests case in Gerald Goines murder trialAfter nine days of intense testimonies, the prosecution has rested its case against former Houston narcotics officer Gerald Goines, who faces charges from the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid.
Autopsy photos shown in Goines trial for deadly Harding St. raid
Read full article: Autopsy photos shown in Goines trial for deadly Harding St. raidDay eight of the Gerald Goines murder trial sees the prosecution questioning the defense's move to admit officer statements collected during the investigation of the deadly Harding Street raid.
Day 7: Jurors hear from Texas Ranger who investigated deadly Harding St. raid
Read full article: Day 7: Jurors hear from Texas Ranger who investigated deadly Harding St. raidDay six of the Gerald Goines murder trial saw tensions rise as Judge Nelson threatened to extend court hours if proceedings don’t move more quickly.
HPD detective says no evidence Gerald Goines fired firearm during deadly Harding St. raid
Read full article: HPD detective says no evidence Gerald Goines fired firearm during deadly Harding St. raidThe trial for ex-HPD officer Gerald Goines continues, with Detective Lujan taking the stand to discuss his probe into the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid that left Dennis Tuttle, Rhogena Nicholas, and their dog dead.
LIVE BLOG: Defense questions thoroughness of Harding St. home search after deadly raid
Read full article: LIVE BLOG: Defense questions thoroughness of Harding St. home search after deadly raidThe first week of former HPD officer Gerald Goines' murder trial has revealed shocking revelations, including a gripping testimony from ex-partner Steven Bryant. Read more and stay updated with 'The Bench: Gerald Goines.'
Gerald Goines murder trial: What happened during hearing into existence of bodycam video in Harding St. raid
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: What happened during hearing into existence of bodycam video in Harding St. raidJudge Veronica Nelson questioned the existence of this footage, as Bryant never personally saw the camera or its recordings.
Day 5: Defense questions thoroughness of Harding St. home search after deadly raid
Read full article: Day 5: Defense questions thoroughness of Harding St. home search after deadly raidThe first week of former HPD officer Gerald Goines' murder trial has revealed shocking revelations, including a gripping testimony from ex-partner Steven Bryant. Read more and stay updated with 'The Bench: Gerald Goines.'
The Bench: Gerald Goines, Episode 1
Read full article: The Bench: Gerald Goines, Episode 1A former Houston police officer stands trial for a deadly no-knock raid that left two people and their dog dead, with explosive allegations surfacing about the former police chief's involvement. Shocking courtroom testimony and missing body camera footage are raising serious questions about justice and police accountability.
Ex-Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo defends ordering officers to turn off body cam after deadly Harding St. raid
Read full article: Ex-Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo defends ordering officers to turn off body cam after deadly Harding St. raidFormer Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo defended his decision to order the deactivation of body cameras during the aftermath of the deadly Harding Street raid. Acevedo shared HPD’s updated 2021 policy on body-worn cameras, which allows deactivation "when approved by a supervisor on extended scenes."
Ex-HPD narcotics officer reveals never-before-seen body camera video of deadly Harding Street raid during testimony
Read full article: Ex-HPD narcotics officer reveals never-before-seen body camera video of deadly Harding Street raid during testimonyOn the fourth day of former HPD narcotics officer Gerald Goines' murder trial, new revelations emerged about potentially crucial, yet missing, body camera footage from the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid.
Ex-HPD Chief Acevedo silent on video showing he ordered body cam shutdown after botched Harding Street raid
Read full article: Ex-HPD Chief Acevedo silent on video showing he ordered body cam shutdown after botched Harding Street raidFormer Houston Police Department Chief Art Acevedo has decided not to immediately comment on the bombshell video evidence and testimony that played inside the courtroom during the murder trial of former HPD Officer Gerald Goines.
Day 4: Gerald Goines’ former HPD partner, Steven Bryant, drops bombshell during emotional testimony
Read full article: Day 4: Gerald Goines’ former HPD partner, Steven Bryant, drops bombshell during emotional testimonyThe murder trial of ex-HPD narcotics officer Gerald Goines has been full of shocking twists. Stay updated with KPRC 2 Investigates for the latest on this gripping case.
Court video, testimony reveal former HPD Chief Art Acevedo told officer to turn off body camera after deadly raid
Read full article: Court video, testimony reveal former HPD Chief Art Acevedo told officer to turn off body camera after deadly raidA bombshell development emerged at the start of the third day of the murder trial involving former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines.
Written note by Gerald Goines confirms there was no confidential informant in deadly Harding Street raid
Read full article: Written note by Gerald Goines confirms there was no confidential informant in deadly Harding Street raidThe trial of former HPD narcotics officer Gerald Goines continues with gripping testimonies. Officer Rios, under cross-examination, revealed his body camera was only turned on after shots were fired.
Day 2 of Gerald Goines murder trial: State drilling down on initial 911 call that got things going
Read full article: Day 2 of Gerald Goines murder trial: State drilling down on initial 911 call that got things goingThe murder trial of former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines continues, with the defense arguing he is being "over-charged" for the deaths in the 2019 Harding Street raid. Follow our live updates from the courtroom.
Day 1: Ex-HPD narcotics officer’s lies led to deadly Harding Street raid, prosecutors argue
Read full article: Day 1: Ex-HPD narcotics officer’s lies led to deadly Harding Street raid, prosecutors argueOn day one of Gerald Goine's murder trial, we heard from three witnesses, including two Houston Police Department officers who participated in the deadly raid.
Gerald Goines murder trial: Legal experts give predictions on trial ahead of 1st day
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: Legal experts give predictions on trial ahead of 1st dayWho will stand by Goines, and will the trial reveal if friendly fire played a role in the tragic event? Follow KPRC 2’s Mario Diaz for live updates from the courthouse every day starting September 9. What are your thoughts on the case?
Jury sequestration: What is it and should the jury in the Gerald Goines murder trial be sequestered?
Read full article: Jury sequestration: What is it and should the jury in the Gerald Goines murder trial be sequestered?As Houston braces for the trial of ex-narcotics officer Gerald Goines, who faces charges related to the deadly Harding Street raid, the question of jury sequestration takes center stage. Should jurors be isolated to avoid outside influences in this highly publicized case?
Gerald Goines murder trial: Do you think there’s a pathway to not-guilty?
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: Do you think there’s a pathway to not-guilty?With previous indictments thrown out and re-indictments issued, attorneys KPRC 2 spoke with believe Goines' defense may argue that their client's actions were within his authority and not inherently dangerous. Will the prosecutors prove otherwise?
Gerald Goines murder trial: Since he’s a former HPD officer, how will this trial be different?
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: Since he’s a former HPD officer, how will this trial be different?Former Houston Police Department officer Gerald Goines is set to face a jury next week for his role in the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid that left a couple and their dog dead. #Justice #HoustonPolice #HardingStreetRaid
Gerald Goines murder trial: How much of this case is political?
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: How much of this case is political?The long-awaited trial of former Houston narcotics officer Gerald Goines, accused of the 2019 murders of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas during a botched raid, begins on September 9. Amidst delays and political intrigue, the case has raised questions about justice and accountability within the Houston Police Department. With civil trials also looming, many wonder about the influence of politics in high-profile prosecutions. How will this unfold?
Deadly Harding Street Raid: 5-year delay in Gerald Goines’ murder trial raises one key question... why?
Read full article: Deadly Harding Street Raid: 5-year delay in Gerald Goines’ murder trial raises one key question... why?After a five-year wait, the families of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas may finally see justice as former HPD officer Gerald Goines faces trial for the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid. With numerous delays due to hearings, resets, and broader systemic issues, the case has spotlighted the slow pace of justice. The trial begins on September 9, and the community watches closely. What are your thoughts on the delays in this case?
Gerald Goines murder trial: What is the true impact of this case on Houstonians?
Read full article: Gerald Goines murder trial: What is the true impact of this case on Houstonians?Next month, former Houston Police Department narcotics officer Gerald Goines will stand trial for the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas, killed during a botched no-knock raid in 2019. The trial sheds light on misconduct within HPD's narcotics division and raises questions about the use of no-knock warrants and government overreach. Catch every update through our series "The Bench," hosted by Mario Diaz, and see what local experts have to say.
Meet the prosecutors in the Gerald Goines’ deadly Harding Street raid murder trial
Read full article: Meet the prosecutors in the Gerald Goines’ deadly Harding Street raid murder trialIn less than two weeks, one of Harris County's most significant trials will commence, centering on former Houston Police Officer Gerald Goines and the deadly Harding Street raid. Leading the prosecution are Tanisha Manning and Keaton Forcht, both seasoned attorneys with impressive track records. Manning, a felony division chief with notable cases under her belt, and Forcht, known for prosecuting high-stakes crimes, will be pivotal in this high-profile case.
Meet the prosecutors in the Gerald Goines’ deadly Harding Street raid murder trial
Read full article: Meet the prosecutors in the Gerald Goines’ deadly Harding Street raid murder trialIn less than two weeks, one of Harris County's most significant trials will commence, centering on former Houston Police Officer Gerald Goines and the deadly Harding Street raid. Leading the prosecution are Tanisha Manning and Keaton Forcht, both seasoned attorneys with impressive track records. Manning, a felony division chief with notable cases under her belt, and Forcht, known for prosecuting high-stakes crimes, will be pivotal in this high-profile case.
Meet the defense attorneys in the Gerald Goines’ deadly Harding Street raid murder trial
Read full article: Meet the defense attorneys in the Gerald Goines’ deadly Harding Street raid murder trialIn less than two weeks, former Houston Police Department Narcotics Officer Gerald Goines will stand trial for the deadly 2019 Harding Street raid that resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas. Get to know the key defense attorneys who will play pivotal roles in this significant Harris County trial, including Nicole Deborde Hochglaube, Molly Bagshaw, Corey Fawcett, George "Mac" Secrest, and William Reagan Wynn.
Who is Judge Veronica Nelson?
Read full article: Who is Judge Veronica Nelson?As we gear up for the trial of former HPD officer Gerald Goines, get to know Judge Veronica Nelson, the trailblazing judge presiding over the case. Elected in 2022, Judge Nelson brings a wealth of experience from her time as a prosecutor and staff attorney in Harris County. Don't miss our special coverage, "The Bench," starting Monday, Sept. 9 at 8:00 a.m. on KPRC2+. Download the KPRC2+ App now to stay updated on the go!
Who is Gerald Goines? The ex-cop at the center of the deadly Harding Street raid
Read full article: Who is Gerald Goines? The ex-cop at the center of the deadly Harding Street raidGerald Goines, the ex-Houston police officer at the center of the tragic Harding Street raid, is set to go on trial for felony murder in September. The raid, which occurred over five years ago, resulted in the deaths of Dennis Tuttle and Rhogena Nicholas and left five officers wounded. Goines admitted that the information used to obtain the warrant was fabricated. This case has since triggered a broader investigation into systemic corruption within the Houston Police Department’s narcotics division.
THE BENCH: Gerald Goines murder trial for deadly Harding Street raid to begin Monday
Read full article: THE BENCH: Gerald Goines murder trial for deadly Harding Street raid to begin MondaySix years after the tragic Harding Street Raid that left a Houston couple dead, the trial of former HPD Officer Gerald Goines is set to begin in September. Goines faces murder charges amidst accusations of falsifying information to obtain the no-knock warrant used in the deadly raid. Stay tuned for ongoing coverage and updates on this pivotal case in Houston's history.
TIMELINE: How the deadly Harding Street Raid unfolded and what has happened since
Read full article: TIMELINE: How the deadly Harding Street Raid unfolded and what has happened sinceA police raid at a southeast Houston home Jan. 28, 2019, turned into a shootout. It ended with five officers injured and two suspects dead.
‘The AJ Armstrong Interview’: Viewers react to exclusive KPRC 2 prison interview
Read full article: ‘The AJ Armstrong Interview’: Viewers react to exclusive KPRC 2 prison interviewHundreds of viewers joined the conversation LIVE, asking questions, leaving comments, and sharing whether they thought the segment was good, bad, sad, etc.
‘I believe I’ll be acquitted’: AJ Armstrong denies killing parents, says he was wrongly convicted
Read full article: ‘I believe I’ll be acquitted’: AJ Armstrong denies killing parents, says he was wrongly convicted“We’re not going to stop fighting. Whatever, however long it takes, whatever the process that we have to go through to get me back home, we’re going to do that.”
How to join the conversation during ‘The AJ Armstrong Interview’ Thursday at 6:30 p.m. on KPRC 2+
Read full article: How to join the conversation during ‘The AJ Armstrong Interview’ Thursday at 6:30 p.m. on KPRC 2+If you’re tuning in to our LIVE stream tonight on the exclusive Antonio Armstrong Jr. prison interview with reporter Rilwan Balogun, here’s how you can join the conversation.
Wife of AJ Armstrong frustrated after not being able to see him for weeks, says he’s innocent
Read full article: Wife of AJ Armstrong frustrated after not being able to see him for weeks, says he’s innocentThe wife of Antonio “A.J.” Armstrong Jr. is speaking out after the 23-year-old was found guilty of killing his mother and father while they slept in 2016.
Ken Paxton’s prosecutors stumbled at times. But did it matter in the GOP-dominated Senate?
Read full article: Ken Paxton’s prosecutors stumbled at times. But did it matter in the GOP-dominated Senate?The House impeachment managers faced a high bar: convincing enough Republican senators to vote against their own political self-interest.
Paxton’s legal team, state politicians react to not guilty verdict in impeachment trial
Read full article: Paxton’s legal team, state politicians react to not guilty verdict in impeachment trialThe victory for Attorney General Paxton was not even close, it was overwhelming and it also was filled with much emotion especially afterwards from both sides with what took place in there.
After winning impeachment fight, Paxton still faces felony fraud case and an FBI investigation
Read full article: After winning impeachment fight, Paxton still faces felony fraud case and an FBI investigationThe attorney general’s long-simmering securities fraud case appears closer to resolution, while the FBI has probed the same allegations that played a major role in his impeachment.
Texas senators reach not guilty verdict in AG Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial
Read full article: Texas senators reach not guilty verdict in AG Ken Paxton’s impeachment trialThe Texas Senate will be voting on 16 articles of impeachment against Attorney General Ken Paxton on Saturday morning after deliberating for more than seven hours on Friday.
Paxton defense calls charges ‘foolishness,’ House argues AG ‘betrayed us’ in closing impeachment arguments
Read full article: Paxton defense calls charges ‘foolishness,’ House argues AG ‘betrayed us’ in closing impeachment argumentsThe House Managers and Attorney General Ken Paxton’s lawyers have both rested their cases on Thursday after hours of testimony that lasted eight days.
AG Paxton’s defense rests their case; closing arguments expected Friday
Read full article: AG Paxton’s defense rests their case; closing arguments expected FridayThe historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney general’s office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
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LIVE: House rests their case; Woman AG Ken Paxton allegedly had affair with ‘deemed unavailable to testify’
Read full article: LIVE: House rests their case; Woman AG Ken Paxton allegedly had affair with ‘deemed unavailable to testify’The historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney general’s office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
Day 6: Credit union CEO says Nate Paul allegedly benefited from AG opinion; Houston attorney says Paxton ‘misled’ him
Read full article: Day 6: Credit union CEO says Nate Paul allegedly benefited from AG opinion; Houston attorney says Paxton ‘misled’ himThe historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney general’s office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
AG Ken Paxton impeachment trial: Whistleblower said he feared Paxton was being blackmailed by Nate Paul
Read full article: AG Ken Paxton impeachment trial: Whistleblower said he feared Paxton was being blackmailed by Nate PaulThe historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney general’s office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
AJ Armstrong seeks appeal in capital murder conviction; has until Sept. 15 to file motion for new trial
Read full article: AJ Armstrong seeks appeal in capital murder conviction; has until Sept. 15 to file motion for new trialAntonio Armstrong Jr. is still fighting for his innocence three weeks after a jury found him guilty of murdering his parents while they slept in their home in 2016.
DAY 4:Private texts, whistleblower memes revealed during AG Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial
Read full article: DAY 4:Private texts, whistleblower memes revealed during AG Ken Paxton’s impeachment trialThe historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney general’s office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
Inside Day 3 of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton impeachment trial
Read full article: Inside Day 3 of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton impeachment trialThe historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is underway in the Texas Senate. He faces 16 articles of impeachment that accuse him of misusing the powers of the attorney general’s office to help his friend and donor Nate Paul, an Austin real estate investor who was under federal investigation.
Historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton continues Thursday
Read full article: Historic impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton continues ThursdayDay 1 of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton’s Impeachment trial took place Tuesday, beginning with hours of formal court work, pre-trial motions, a formal plea, and a vote from Senators inside the Chambers.
Inside Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial courtroom
Read full article: Inside Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial courtroomThe impeachment trial of Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate is now underway. The case is centered on Paxton’s extramarital affair and a series of crimes impeachment managers allege he committed to cover it up.
Texas Senate rejects all motions to dismiss Ken Paxton impeachment charges
Read full article: Texas Senate rejects all motions to dismiss Ken Paxton impeachment chargesThe pretrial motions required a majority vote. All but one were rejected by two-thirds of the Senate, suggesting an openness in the chamber to hear the allegations against Paxton.
Texas AG Ken Paxton’s habit of refusing to defend state agencies cost taxpayers
Read full article: Texas AG Ken Paxton’s habit of refusing to defend state agencies cost taxpayersRecords obtained by ProPublica and The Texas Tribune give deeper insight into how Paxton’s representation denials often pushed agencies to look for outside legal counsel that was ultimately funded by taxpayers.
Ken Paxton tried to hide his affair from his wife and voters. It may be his undoing.
Read full article: Ken Paxton tried to hide his affair from his wife and voters. It may be his undoing.The impeachment trial that starts Tuesday is expected to center on Paxton’s infidelity, and could air out the sordid details of the staunch, Christian conservative’s life as he sits just yards away from his wife, and her 30 Senate colleagues.
Here’s how Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial will operate
Read full article: Here’s how Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial will operateUnder rules previously adopted by the Texas Senate, the trial will feature crucial votes on dismissing articles of impeachment as well as testimony under oath, private deliberations by senator-jurors and votes conducted without debate or discussion.
Here are the 16 articles of impeachment Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is facing
Read full article: Here are the 16 articles of impeachment Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is facingThe articles — including bribery, dereliction of duty and disregard of official duty — do not include four accusations originally adopted by the Texas House.
Few Texas Republican voters support Ken Paxton impeachment
Read full article: Few Texas Republican voters support Ken Paxton impeachmentOnly 28% of Republican respondents agreed that the charges against Texas’ attorney general were warranted, compared to 42% of independents and three-quarters of Democrats, the poll found.
Dan Patrick says he won’t accept donations during trial, after taking heat for pro-Paxton money
Read full article: Dan Patrick says he won’t accept donations during trial, after taking heat for pro-Paxton moneyThe Senate Republican and Democratic caucuses also said they will not fundraise as organizations during the trial, which starts Tuesday.
Who’s who in the Ken Paxton impeachment trial, from key participants to potential witnesses
Read full article: Who’s who in the Ken Paxton impeachment trial, from key participants to potential witnessesThe suspended attorney general has been ordered to appear in the Texas Senate chamber to answer to 16 allegations of misconduct that were approved by the House in May.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton pursued perks beyond impeachment allegations, ex-staffers say
Read full article: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton pursued perks beyond impeachment allegations, ex-staffers sayTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton's accusers say impeachment charges don't tell the full story of how the three-term Republican reaped the benefits of elected office.
For Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial is a legacy-defining test
Read full article: For Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, Ken Paxton’s impeachment trial is a legacy-defining testIn the lead up to Tuesday’s trial, Patrick has been under tremendous scrutiny and pressure as Paxton allies and opponents search for signs of which way he may be leaning
After setback, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick names another judge to help with Ken Paxton impeachment trial
Read full article: After setback, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick names another judge to help with Ken Paxton impeachment trialPatrick’s previous appointment — Marc Brown, a former state appeals court judge in Harris County — declined the role after the Tribune inquired about a political donation he made.
‘AJ is not guilty’: Antonio Armstrong Jr.’s grandmother continues to support 23-year-old behind bars
Read full article: ‘AJ is not guilty’: Antonio Armstrong Jr.’s grandmother continues to support 23-year-old behind barsKPRC 2 Investigates spoke with A.J.’s grandmother, Kay Winston, the mother of Antonio Sr. after the verdict.
Ken Paxton impeachment trial: Tickets required for admission
Read full article: Ken Paxton impeachment trial: Tickets required for admissionIf you’re planning on attending the impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton in September, you will need a ticket in advance to enter, according to new guidelines by the Senate of Texas.
Can Ken Paxton be forced to testify at his impeachment trial?
Read full article: Can Ken Paxton be forced to testify at his impeachment trial?Lawyers for the suspended attorney general argue that compelled testimony would violate Paxton’s rights, but House impeachment managers disagree. The issue may be settled shortly after his trial begins.
‘Serious accusation’: AJ Armstrong’s attorney discusses complaint against prosecutors’ expert
Read full article: ‘Serious accusation’: AJ Armstrong’s attorney discusses complaint against prosecutors’ expertAccording to the lawsuit, Armstrong and his team stated that the evidence had been compromised and that they believe "the blood was planted by, or in conspiracy with, one or more persons at the HPD in order to try and convict Armstrong of capital murder and to taint his reputation in the mind of the public.”
Antonio ‘AJ’ Armstrong appointed public defender after being found indigent as process of appeal begins
Read full article: Antonio ‘AJ’ Armstrong appointed public defender after being found indigent as process of appeal beginsAntonio Armstrong Jr., who was found guilty in the murder of his parents and sentenced to life on Wednesday, was in court Friday as he moves forward in the appeals process.
‘I just fell to the floor in tears’: AJ Armstrong’s family reacts to guilty verdict
Read full article: ‘I just fell to the floor in tears’: AJ Armstrong’s family reacts to guilty verdictAntonio ‘A.J.’ Armstrong is scheduled to appear in front of a judge Friday morning. It comes after he filed a notice to appeal in his capital murder conviction.
What’s next for AJ Armstrong after jury convicts him of capital murder
Read full article: What’s next for AJ Armstrong after jury convicts him of capital murderAntonio Armstrong Jr., who was found guilty Wednesday in the 2016 murder of his parents, is expected to return to court Friday as he moves forward in the appeals process.
‘The community found him guilty’: DA Kim Ogg, prosecution team addresses AJ Armstrong verdict
Read full article: ‘The community found him guilty’: DA Kim Ogg, prosecution team addresses AJ Armstrong verdict"Make no mistake of it, our heart goes out to the family. We understand that they're going through a lot. It's just [that] their truth is not the truth," prosecutor John Jordan said during his remarks following the verdict.
‘We will not ever stop fighting for AJ’: Legal team, family members react to guilty verdict, life sentence
Read full article: ‘We will not ever stop fighting for AJ’: Legal team, family members react to guilty verdict, life sentenceOur reporters were able to capture the moments his family, including his wife, exited the courtroom showing visible emotions.
Antonio ‘AJ’ Armstrong Jr. found guilty of murdering parents, sentenced to life in prison
Read full article: Antonio ‘AJ’ Armstrong Jr. found guilty of murdering parents, sentenced to life in prisonAntonio ‘AJ’ Armstrong Jr. has been found guilty of murdering his parents, Dawn and Antonio Sr. at the family’s southwest Houston home in 2016.
New accusations: Ken Paxton used burner phone, secret email account, fake Uber name to hide ties to Nate Paul
Read full article: New accusations: Ken Paxton used burner phone, secret email account, fake Uber name to hide ties to Nate PaulAfter Paxton’s lawyers sought to dismiss articles of impeachment as unsubstantiated, House managers responded by accusing the suspended attorney general of going to great lengths to cover up his relationship to the real estate investor.
Antonio ‘AJ’ Armstrong Jr. files federal lawsuit against the City of Houston over DNA evidence
Read full article: Antonio ‘AJ’ Armstrong Jr. files federal lawsuit against the City of Houston over DNA evidenceAccording to the lawsuit, Armstrong and his team stated that the evidence had been compromised and that they believe "the blood was planted by, or in conspiracy with, one or more persons at the HPD in order to try and convict Armstrong of capital murder and to taint his reputation in the mind of the public.”
What we learned from juror notes in the 2022 AJ Armstrong trial
Read full article: What we learned from juror notes in the 2022 AJ Armstrong trialAntonio Armstrong Jr.'s fate will be for the third time in the hands of jurors starting Tuesday. KPRC 2 Investigates re-examined notes jurors sent the court while deliberating in 2022 before ending in a hung jury.
Jury deliberations in AJ Armstrong Jr.’s murder trial continue on Day 2
Read full article: Jury deliberations in AJ Armstrong Jr.’s murder trial continue on Day 2Closing arguments were expected to wrap up Tuesday in the third capital murder trial against Antonio “AJ” Armstrong, who is accused of killing his parents at the family’s southwest Houston home in 2016. AJ, now 23 years old and married, was only 16 years old at the time of the murders.
Antonio Armstrong Jr. 3rd trial: Jurors will be asked to decide, but what do you think -- what will the verdict be?
Read full article: Antonio Armstrong Jr. 3rd trial: Jurors will be asked to decide, but what do you think -- what will the verdict be?Antonio Armstrong Jr. has already sat through two mistrials and is now in the latter stages of his third trial on charges of capital murder in the 2016 shooting deaths of his mother and father.