Man charged with damaging Houston police car window during George Floyd protests Dan Carson , Chron.com / Houston Chronicle June 2, 2020 Updated: June 2, 2020 10:07 a.m. However, almost 2,000 people have died from COVID-19 in Texas. “Why? Houston has shown the world that we can do a protest and it don't have to be violent. He doesn’t want to be fined or face any trouble from the health department. Watch live coverage of the aftermath of George Floyd's death, including protests around the country and developments into the investigation. Protests were organized in the wake of Pres. You know? WATCH: Thousands gather in streets of Houston to protest police brutality Eventually the protesters ended up alongside U.S. Highway 59. News Coronavirus George Floyd Protests Houston An estimated 60,000 people marched for racial justice in honor of George Floyd in Houston, Texas on June 2, 2020. “If you’ve been a part of large gatherings, just go and get tested,” said Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner. Houston, Dallas, Austin and San Antonio have been the locations of large protests this week. MORE: Texas coronavirus COVID-19 hospitalizations have increased statewide. Gov. The planned demonstrations in Houston serve as a snapshot of the dozens of scattered protests popping up around the country Wednesday. The three employees who were working at Miller’s Café asked the couple to leave. There have been no … Mustang driver leads police on 120 mph chase from Houston into Conroe, Ford Mustang driver leads Houston police on 120 mph chase, Urban Meyer is the next head coach of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Olympian Keller charged with taking part in US Capitol riot, H-E-B reportedly facing bullying over mask enforcement, Anti-mask group parades through Florida Target: 'Take off your mask'. “They wanted to dine in with no mask on,” said White. In a press conference Monday, a reporter asked Mayor Turner if he’d consider another stay-home order for the Houston area. Protesters are stopped by Houston Police officers, some on horseback on I-45 near Allen Parkway as Black Lives Matter Houston protesters marched for George Floyd, in Houston… Mayor Sylvester Turner attended the recent protests in Houston. White re-iterated what so many other small business owners have shared during the pandemic -- he’s just trying to keep his doors open. Johnathon White, owner of Miller’s Café, says around 6 p.m. Saturday, a man and woman walked into his restaurant at 3830 N. Shepherd Drive. Floyd was a native of Houston’s Third Ward, and the protest … Why? HOUSTON - Protesters from the last few weeks have started testing positive for Coronavirus COVID-19.. I hear they have pretty good burgers. The latest local news in Houston, Texas. st, “This foolishness has to stop. 7 of 17 Demonstrators and police clash June 2, 2020, in downtown Houston during the fifth day of protests across the nation sparked by the death of former Houston resident George Floyd. Elizabeth Conley/Staff photographer Show … The owner of the 40-year old family-owned business says he’s already laid-off staff, temporarily closed one location, and working to maximize his budget at a time when he can only operate at 75% of the restaurant’s capacity. And we can provide them one. “My employees stated that they needed a mask while walking to their table. Breaking news and headlines from Houston on Click2Houston.com. 1 dead in Portland after Trump supporters, protesters clash. The group chanted “boycott Miller’s” for about an hour before White says a neighboring business called police. Nearly 90,000 people have tested positive throughout the state including 17,000 in Harris County. Houston police officers run towards a group of protesters running onto the northbound lanes of 288 just south of Tuam Street during a protest related to the death of George Floyd, a Houston … Report: Multiple Houston Texans players tested positive for COVID-19, This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. George Floyd, Houston’s Protests, and Living Without the Benefit of the Doubt Naturally, the public conversation has turned to the question of what this … According to Turner, several of her friends with her at the march also tested positive for the Coronavirus. Around 11 p.m., protests had died down and several handcuffed were lined up and were waiting to board a police bus. I was in the bed just sighing.”. A group of people being placed under arrest stand beside a Harris County jail bus after protesters were apprehended in a fenced-in area in Houston on June 2, 2020. The pair said they were with apart of 25 people who wanted to eat at the restaurant. Follow us for more great content! HOUSTON — Two groups of protesters met on the downtown streets in Houston while they were walking in honor of George Floyd. Why take your time, why spend your energy to come and harass a tiny little burger spot,” said White Monday morning. He will be buried next to his mother. Roughly two weeks ago, Shamone Turner and her friends, joined a large demonstration for George Floyd. HOUSTON - Protesters from the last few weeks have started testing positive for Coronavirus COVID-19. A majority of the cases have resulted in recoveries. Portland has been the site of nightly protests for more than three months since George Floyd’s death Aug 30, 2020; by Associated Press; Canada & World News Watch breaking news and live streaming video on abc13.com. “We’re not going to let you hurt this business or any other business,” said Turner, “Especially when the businesses are doing the right thing to protect you, me and everybody else.”, “I want everyone safe inside,” said White of his support of face masks during the pandemic. 1 of 56 Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo walks with some protesters down Walker Street in downtown Houston on Friday, May 29, 2020. Such a blessing.”, People were protesting and marching in front of @MillersCafe because they were told to wear their masks attempting to hurt their business. We make burgers.”. Sergio Flores/Getty This is live video from downtown Houston of crows that have gathered to honor George Floyd and demand action in the wake of George Floyd's death. Plus watch NewsNOW, FOX SOUL, and more exclusive coverage from around the country. A group of unidentified anti-mask protestors marched outside a small Houston café Saturday night. The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continues to climb across Texas. RELATED: George Floyd's family joined 60,000 people in historic Houston march, “I actually got sick the day after the march,” said Turner. Protesters who took over Houston streets nearly two weeks ago are now starting to test positive for COVID-19. 32 of 53 Protesters are stopped by Houston Police officers, some on horseback on I-45 near Allen Parkway as Black Lives Matter Houston protesters marched for George Floyd, in Houston… Roughly two weeks ago, Shamone Turner and her friends, joined a large demonstration for George Floyd.An estimated 60,000 people were in attendance, marching from Discovery Green to Houston’s City Hall. Today @SylvesterTurner & other Houstonians plan to dine at the Cafe in support. Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo talks with protesters during a rally on Saturday, May 30, 2020, for George Floyd, a Houston native who died in custody of the Minneapolis police. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. “I strongly do encourage people to put on their masks,” said Mayor Turner. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- During a protest and march in downtown over the death of George Floyd, things turned violent. Greg Abbott has deployed 1,500 state troopers to various cities throughout Texas, including Houston, in an effort to maintain peace during George Floyd protests. That they didn’t have to wear a mask. Greg Abbott’s office responded with this written statement: “Since Texas opened on May 1, the state has seen fluctuations in the number of people hospitalized,” said a Governor Abbott spokesperson. A group of about 60 … According to Reuters , the group has protests planned in 23 cities all together. “The second wave was supposed to start in the winter, but I feel like the second wave is here now.”. Turner says they were all wearing masks. June 8 George Floyd protest news. Put on your mask,” said Turner just days after a man was arrested and charged with assault, accused of attacking a bartender after the man refused to wear a face mask in a Houston bar. By Melissa Macaya, Mike Hayes, ... A public visitation and memorial was held for Floyd in Houston, where he grew up. Elsewhere, protests were planned for Detroit, Houston, San Francisco and Chicago. And that we were taking away their constitutional rights. Houston Police Officers' Union president Joe Gamaldi said in … This includes 14,525 available beds, 1,626 ICU beds and 5,626 ventilators, with the ability to surge capacity in regions across the state if necessary.”, “A lot of people out there think this virus is gone,” said Shamone Turner. It’s why he’s following the mandate. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner even showed support to the local cafe by ordering food and applauding the business for doing the right thing. More information can be found at https://abc13.com/6219448/. I have nothing against them.”, On Saturday, 25 anti-maskers protested outside Miller’s Cafe. He wants to keep his staff and customers healthy. HOUSTON — Americans continue to protest face mask mandates nearly 10 months into the COVID-19 national emergency. Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo responds to angry protesters at a march in downtown Houston on Tuesday. An estimated 60,000 people were in attendance, marching from Discovery Green to Houston’s City Hall. But their call for others to boycott the business backfired in a big way. #khou11 pic.twitter.com/ztV29Q67Hm. They dont like the ordinance which requires face masks when entering businesses. Protests, Riots and Activism: A look back at 11 moments in Houston History WATCH: This is what the family of George Floyd said during today’s march in Houston After protests … In a text, White wrote, “normally during this pandemic it’s only been 150-200 for the entire day So to have more than 400 people, including Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, order a burger...it’s awesome. We didn’t do anything. Earlier, Abbott deployed 1,500 DPS officers and the National Guard to … They proceeded to say that all 25 of them have medical conditions. Stay updated on the latest news from the greater Houston area with ABC13. The US protests beginning in May 2020 were sparked by the death in police custody of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Mike Hixenbaugh / NBC News June 3, 2020, 9:25 PM UTC / Updated June 4, 2020, 8:23 PM UTC “I cordially invite the protestors to come and have a burger with us. And that they can dine in any restaurant with no mask.”. “We don’t have that authority anymore,” said Mayor Turner. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel. Jay R. Jordan/Houston … Protests against President Donald Trump and Republicans are being organized Thursday in Houston following the deadly insurrection of the U.S. … “I love their burgers.”, Pasquarelli, who’s been a customer of the café since 2000, was the first of more than 400 customers who ordered from the restaurant during it’s Monday lunch rush. According to the Mayor, he was tested for COVID-19 this last week and the results came back negative. “I could not move out of the bed. A spokesperson from Texas Gov. HOUSTON — Americans continue to protest face mask mandates nearly 10 months into the COVID-19 national emergency. I'm really overcome with emotion to see the love for George," he said. “We take no political stance on anything. Floyd was raised in Houston… “That is squarely vested with the Governor and the State of Texas.”. WATCH LIVE Houston Southwest Southeast Northwest Northeast “I definitely don’t regret getting the COVID, because I was out there doing the right thing for the right cause,” said Turner. Protesters approach Intersate 45 near Allen Parkway after leaving a rally at Houston City Hall over the death of George Floyd on May 29, 2020. They did and joined a group of about two dozen people who began to protest Miller’s Café and the restaurant’s effort to abide by local mask ordinances. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Black Lives Matter Houston held a second protest and march for George Floyd in Emancipation Park on Saturday. Trump claiming fraud in the election, but a legal expert believes his actions may not help him. "More on #khou11 at 5 pic.twitter.com/oQ5GIYNBw3, That struggle is why Greg Pasquarelli showed up to Miller’s Café an hour before it opened at 11 a.m. Monday. Stream local news and weather live from FOX 26 Houston. Anti-Mask Protestors: Boycott Miller's.Houston: Nope.Miller's Cafe owner Johnathon White says 400+ people ordered from the N. 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I will patronize them Monday and I hope you patronize them this week.