Nearly 90,000 people have tested positive throughout the state including 17,000 in Harris County. After protests … The group chanted “boycott Miller’s” for about an hour before White says a neighboring business called police. The planned demonstrations in Houston serve as a snapshot of the dozens of scattered protests popping up around the country Wednesday. The latest local news in Houston, Texas. Plus watch NewsNOW, FOX SOUL, and more exclusive coverage from around the country. st, “This foolishness has to stop. 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. Turner says they were all wearing masks. 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. 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. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel. 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'. 1 of 56 Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo walks with some protesters down Walker Street in downtown Houston on Friday, May 29, 2020. The US protests beginning in May 2020 were sparked by the death in police custody of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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. Stream local news and weather live from FOX 26 Houston. And that we were taking away their constitutional rights. “The state continues to have one of the lowest death rates in the nation as well as plenty of hospital capacity to respond to COVID 19. Mayor Sylvester Turner attended the recent protests in Houston. Protests against President Donald Trump and Republicans are being organized Thursday in Houston following the deadly insurrection of the U.S. … WATCH: Thousands gather in streets of Houston to protest police brutality Eventually the protesters ended up alongside U.S. Highway 59. A group of unidentified anti-mask protestors marched outside a small Houston café Saturday night. HOUSTON — Americans continue to protest face mask mandates nearly 10 months into the COVID-19 national emergency. 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. Sergio Flores/Getty Jay R. Jordan/Houston … 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. Elizabeth Conley/Staff photographer Show … 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. 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. “The second wave was supposed to start in the winter, but I feel like the second wave is here now.”. I hear they have pretty good burgers. A spokesperson from Texas Gov. However, almost 2,000 people have died from COVID-19 in Texas. “I strongly do encourage people to put on their masks,” said Mayor Turner. 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. HOUSTON — Americans continue to protest face mask mandates nearly 10 months into the COVID-19 national emergency. Watch breaking news and live streaming video on abc13.com. In a press conference Monday, a reporter asked Mayor Turner if he’d consider another stay-home order for the Houston area. “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. Protests were organized in the wake of Pres. “If you’ve been a part of large gatherings, just go and get tested,” said Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner. RELATED: George Floyd's family joined 60,000 people in historic Houston march, “I actually got sick the day after the march,” said Turner. He will be buried next to his mother. 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. HOUSTON — Two groups of protesters met on the downtown streets in Houston while they were walking in honor of George Floyd. We make burgers.”. White re-iterated what so many other small business owners have shared during the pandemic -- he’s just trying to keep his doors open. Trump claiming fraud in the election, but a legal expert believes his actions may not help him. 1 dead in Portland after Trump supporters, protesters clash. 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. I will patronize them Monday and I hope you patronize them this week. 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. Protesters who took over Houston streets nearly two weeks ago are now starting to test positive for COVID-19. A group of about 60 … 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 … Floyd was raised in Houston… Gov. Why take your time, why spend your energy to come and harass a tiny little burger spot,” said White Monday morning. 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 “I could not move out of the bed. According to Turner, several of her friends with her at the march also tested positive for the Coronavirus. 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. Watch live coverage of the aftermath of George Floyd's death, including protests around the country and developments into the investigation. MORE: Texas coronavirus COVID-19 hospitalizations have increased statewide. “I cordially invite the protestors to come and have a burger with us. The three employees who were working at Miller’s Café asked the couple to leave. 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 … According to the Mayor, he was tested for COVID-19 this last week and the results came back negative. #khou11 pic.twitter.com/ztV29Q67Hm. Houston Police Officers' Union president Joe Gamaldi said in … Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner even showed support to the local cafe by ordering food and applauding the business for doing the right thing. Anti-Mask Protestors: Boycott Miller's.Houston: Nope.Miller's Cafe owner Johnathon White says 400+ people ordered from the N. Shepherd restaurant so far today.He texts: "sooooo many calls of support, tips, donations and tons of love. I have nothing against them.”, On Saturday, 25 anti-maskers protested outside Miller’s Cafe. He doesn’t want to be fined or face any trouble from the health department. A majority of the cases have resulted in recoveries. Stay updated on the latest news from the greater Houston area with ABC13. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. Breaking news and headlines from Houston on Click2Houston.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. Earlier, Abbott deployed 1,500 DPS officers and the National Guard to … “We take no political stance on anything. But their call for others to boycott the business backfired in a big way. By Melissa Macaya, Mike Hayes, ... A public visitation and memorial was held for Floyd in Houston, where he grew up. He wants to keep his staff and customers healthy. 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. Report: Multiple Houston Texans players tested positive for COVID-19, This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Follow us for more great content! Mike Hixenbaugh / NBC News June 3, 2020, 9:25 PM UTC / Updated June 4, 2020, 8:23 PM UTC That they didn’t have to wear a mask. 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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. They proceeded to say that all 25 of them have medical conditions. 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… I was in the bed just sighing.”. More information can be found at https://abc13.com/6219448/. “They wanted to dine in with no mask on,” said White. Roughly two weeks ago, Shamone Turner and her friends, joined a large demonstration for George Floyd. The pair said they were with apart of 25 people who wanted to eat at the restaurant. The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations continues to climb across Texas. HOUSTON - Protesters from the last few weeks have started testing positive for Coronavirus COVID-19. 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. Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo responds to angry protesters at a march in downtown Houston on Tuesday. June 8 George Floyd protest news. And we can provide them one. 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. “My employees stated that they needed a mask while walking to their table. Elsewhere, protests were planned for Detroit, Houston, San Francisco and Chicago. Around 11 p.m., protests had died down and several handcuffed were lined up and were waiting to board a police bus. Why? There have been no … 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… It’s why he’s following the mandate. 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 Houston, Dallas, Austin and San Antonio have been the locations of large protests this week. They dont like the ordinance which requires face masks when entering businesses. I'm really overcome with emotion to see the love for George," he said. You know? 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. “That is squarely vested with the Governor and the State of Texas.”. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- During a protest and march in downtown over the death of George Floyd, things turned violent. Floyd was a native of Houston’s Third Ward, and the protest … We didn’t do anything. HOUSTON - Protesters from the last few weeks have started testing positive for Coronavirus COVID-19.. “Why? “I definitely don’t regret getting the COVID, because I was out there doing the right thing for the right cause,” said Turner. HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Black Lives Matter Houston held a second protest and march for George Floyd in Emancipation Park on Saturday. "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. And that they can dine in any restaurant with no mask.”. WATCH LIVE Houston Southwest Southeast Northwest Northeast “We don’t have that authority anymore,” said Mayor Turner. According to Reuters , the group has protests planned in 23 cities all together. 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