HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — The Houston Police Department said that they’ve released surveillance footage that captures an April 2025 shooting that left one man dead and another wounded.
According to HPD, the video shows two unknown men wearing hoodies and masks while driving a white Mercedes-Benz sedan.
Authorities said that the two men are suspected of shooting and killing 26-year-old Daylan Walker and shooting another man, also 26, leaving him with non life-threatening injuries.
Police said that on April 23, 2025, officers responded to a call at 10219 Rolleston Lane at around 8:15 p.m.
HPD said that when officers arrived at the home, they found Walker unresponsive inside the garage suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Medical staff later pronounced him dead at the scene, they added.
The suspects then ran back to their car and took off, detectives said.
Officials said that the other man, whose name has not been made public, was found inside the home with one gunshot wound. He was taken to a nearby hospital.
HPD urges anyone with information on the suspects to contact the HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or speak anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — We’ve got another blast of arctic air blowing our way, and this pattern change will make for some chilly and windy weather today and Saturday.
A chilly northwest wind is being felt all across Southeast Texas today, plus the clouds are helping to filter out the sunshine. This is making it difficult for temperature to climb much above 50 degrees. But if you think it feels cold today, just wait until tomorrow! The true arctic air will blow in overnight, making for a cold and blustery Saturday despite a sunny sky.
How cold will it get behind the next arctic front?
It won’t be nearly as cold as what we just experienced. That said, we will likely see lows in the 20s again this weekend. A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect for most of Southeast Texas Saturday morning as wind chills drop down into the 15-25 range near sunrise. A Freeze Watch is also in effect from 9 p.m. Saturday to 9 a.m. Sunday because some spots north of Houston could drop down into hard freeze territory. Make sure all people, pets, and livestock have a warm place to shelter through Sunday morning.
Will we get a chance for any frozen precipitation with this arctic front?
No. This front will pass through dry, and no precipitation is expected behind the front.
This is too cold for Houston! When will it warm up again?
After this frigid weekend, we should have more seasonal temperatures with lows in the 40s and highs in the 60s. By next Wednesday we could even have a “warm” rain with temperatures near 60.
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Fitness influencer and competitive bodybuilder Bi Jiaqi has died suddenly in his sleep at the age of 26. Friends said he passed away Friday morning, just hours after discussing plans for an upcoming bodybuilding competition.
Concerns in the Days Before His Death
Those close to Jiaqi said he appeared unwell in the days leading up to his death but assumed it was due to intense training. Friends later pointed to warning signs seen in recent photos, including purple-colored lips, extreme fatigue, and abnormally bulging blood vessels in his neck.
They said the symptoms may indicate oxygen deficiency and circulatory issues, conditions that can increase the risk of cardiac arrest. The exact cause of death has not yet been confirmed.
Extreme Training and Dehydration Practices
Earlier this month, Jiaqi shared a selfie on social media joking that his “head was swollen like a steamed bun.” His training partners reportedly believed the condition was linked to extreme fat loss and dehydration ahead of competition.
Many competitive bodybuilders reduce water and salt intake to achieve muscle definition, a practice that experts warn can put severe strain on the heart.
Medical Experts Warn of Cardiovascular Risks
Zhang Yu, a cardiologist at Fuwai Hospital in Shenzhen, said prolonged high-intensity training can heavily burden the cardiovascular system.
He warned that dehydration and aggressive fat-cutting methods can thicken the blood, significantly increasing the risk of blood clots. Long-term overload training, he added, may also lead to heart muscle enlargement and fibrosis, raising the risk of sudden death.
Shock and Grief From Followers
Jiaqi, who was from Ningbo, China, had recently purchased a new home and planned to host friends once renovations were complete. He died before the work was finished.
Fans on Weibo expressed shock at his passing, with many saying they believed the young athlete was “invincible.” An autopsy is expected to determine the official cause of death.
For more health recommendations and guidelines, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.
Progressive political streamer Hasan Piker has been temporarily suspended from Twitch following remarks made during a recent livestream that linked U.S. immigration enforcement actions to anti-Israel protests. Piker confirmed on X that the ban would last “a couple of days,” though Twitch has not publicly clarified the length or specific reason for the suspension.
What Triggered the Suspension
During the stream, Piker discussed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity and claimed immigration enforcement in the U.S. was being used to target “anti-Israel protesters.” He also used profanity and inflammatory language, including comparisons widely criticized as demeaning.
Twitch currently displays a notice on Piker’s channel stating it is “temporarily unavailable due to a violation of Twitch’s Community Guidelines or Terms of Service.”
Context Around ICE and Recent Protests
The comments came as Piker reacted to footage tied to ICE enforcement in Minnesota. The discussion referenced the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, a U.S. citizen and intensive care nurse, who was killed during a federal immigration operation. His death followed another fatal ICE-related shooting in the city earlier this month, intensifying public protests and scrutiny of ICE conduct.
Piker also cited reports alleging that federal agencies monitor pro-Palestinian and anti-ICE activists, claims previously denied by the Department of Homeland Security.
Why It Matters
President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement strategy has drawn sharp criticism from progressive groups, who argue some actions risk infringing on First Amendment protections. Supporters of the administration say the policies are necessary to combat antisemitism and extremism.
The controversy highlights growing tensions online over political speech, platform moderation, and where companies draw the line between criticism of governments and language considered hateful or abusive.
Twitch’s Rules on Hateful Conduct
Twitch’s policies prohibit content that is abusive, inflammatory, or hateful toward protected groups. A 2024 internal memo clarified that using the term “Zionist” to attack individuals or groups based on religion or background violates platform rules, while political discussion or criticism of Zionism as an ideology does not.
Piker Responds
Writing on X, Piker characterized the suspension as punishment for “criticizing Israel.” Twitch has not commented publicly, and it remains unclear which specific guideline the streamer was found to have violated.
First elected in 2022, Lozano made history as the first Latina, the first woman, and the youngest woman ever elected to the position in Harris County.
Now, as her name appears on the March 3, 2026 primary ballot, Lozano says her campaign is about continuing the work she started—making the justice system more accessible, compassionate, and community-centered.
Rooted in Community and Service
Lozano describes herself as “the proud daughter of a union carpenter and a Harris County police officer,” parents who, she said, “fostered all the resources they had to ensure that I had a better life.”
She was the first in her family to graduate from college and returned to Houston shortly after to give back to the community that raised her.
“When I took office in 2023, I made a commitment to make the courtroom more convenient, compassionate, and community-centered,” Lozano said. “And I’m proud to share that we’ve delivered on that commitment.”
Accomplishments From Her First Term
One of Lozano’s most notable achievements has been the launch of an eviction diversion initiative in her court. The program has received multiple accolades, including a Best Practices Award from the Texas Association of Counties—the first time a Harris County Justice of the Peace has received the honor.
“We’ve been able to help families with over half a million dollars in assistance,” Lozano said. “Awards are great, but what matters most to me are the stories.”
She pointed to single mothers on the brink of eviction and abuelas caring for their grandchildren who were able to stabilize their housing through the program.
In addition, Lozano helped bring a free legal kiosk to her courthouse in Pasadena, allowing residents to connect with an attorney within minutes.
“It’s the number one traffic kiosk in the state of Texas,” she said.
“I attribute that to my team and to us being out in the community and making sure people know there are resources available.”
Expanding Access and Education
Accessibility has been a cornerstone of Lozano’s judicial philosophy, both inside and outside the courtroom. Her court operates bilingually, with translations available in English and Spanish and interpreters present at all dockets upon request.
“The courtroom is very intimidating,” Lozano said. “I noticed very quickly the importance of accessibility.”
Beyond the courthouse, Lozano has prioritized fully translated community education to address issues she regularly sees on the bench, particularly disputes involving property and estate matters.
“What I see in my courtroom time and time again is family members fighting over property, but no one really has true ownership of the estate,” she said.
Historic Jacinto City Legal Workshop
That commitment was underscored in January 2026 when Lozano hosted Harris County’s first fully translated and interpreted family legal workshop in Jacinto City alongside county and judicial partners.
The free event provided multilingual guidance on probate, property ownership, and estate planning tools such as small estate affidavits and Transfer on Death Deeds (TODDs).
“No one should be prevented from understanding their rights and responsibilities because of language,” Lozano said.
The workshop addressed common challenges including frozen bank accounts and unclear property titles, and helped families take proactive steps to protect their homes and generational wealth.
Why She Ran—and Why She’s Running Again
Lozano said her decision to run for office was shaped during the COVID-19 pandemic, a time when she was deeply involved in protests, coalitions, and public meetings.
“I noticed specifically in this seat, the previous judge had been sitting there for 36 years,” she said.
“That was longer than I had ever been alive. I knew it was time for a change.”
She ran her first campaign using her personal savings, with her husband serving as campaign manager. The experience, she said, taught her resilience—one word she uses to describe her first term.
“Being the youngest woman ever elected, being the first Latina in the seat, there were challenges,” Lozano said. “But through everything that hit me in my first year, I was still able to continue to rise.”
A Vision for a Second Term
Looking ahead, Lozano says her priority is expanding the eviction diversion initiative countywide and continuing partnerships with Harris County Commissioners Court.
“My goal in this next term is to expand it throughout all the courts in Harris County,” she said, noting the recent approval of $1 million to launch the Houston Eviction Advocacy Center, which provides free legal aid to tenants regardless of immigration status.
She also hopes to address what she sees as an imbalance in case distribution across justice courts.
“Justice delayed is justice denied,” Lozano said. She emphasized the importance of continued coordination to address disparities in caseloads.
Representation, Motherhood, and the Future
Lozano emphasized the importance of representation, especially for Latinas navigating the legal system.
“Having a friendly face, a Latina, somebody that’s always in the community is really comforting,” she said.
Recently becoming a mother has also shaped her perspective. Lozano worked alongside Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones to establish maternity leave for herself—the first time a sitting Harris County judge had been pregnant in office.
From left: Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones and Harris County Precinct 2, Place 2 Justice of the Peace Dolores Lozano.
“Everything I do now is through a mother’s lens,” she said. “Everything I do is for my son, Xavi.”
Encouraging the Next Generation
A first-generation college graduate, Lozano is a strong advocate for education and civic engagement serving as assistant Secretary on the KIPP Texas Board of Directors and has been selected for leadership programs including the Aspen Ideas Festival, Management Leadership for Tomorrow, Latinos for Education, HTXelerator, and New Leaders Council.
She also is an active member of the Junior League of Houston focusing her volunteer efforts at the Houston Food Bank.
Lozano encourages young people interested in public service to start by getting involved locally.
“Go to city council meetings, commissioners court, do your research,” she said. “Email us. DM us. I’m 100% available to share my journey.”
Broad Coalition of Endorsements
As she campaigns for a second term, Lozano has garnered widespread support from labor, progressive, and advocacy organizations, as well as dozens of elected officials across all levels of government.
She has been endorsed by the Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation AFL-CIO, Bay Area Democratic Movement, Area 5 Democrats, Houston Black American Democrats, Houston LGBTQ+ Political Caucus, Run For Something, Latino PAC, the Latino Labor Leadership Council, the Houston Progressive Caucus, and Run Sister Run, along with more than 30 elected officials at the federal, state, county, and local levels.
Notable endorsers include U.S. Rep. Al Green; former U.S. Rep. Erica Lee Carter; Harris County Commissioners Rodney Ellis, Adrian Garcia, and Lesley Briones; Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo; District Attorney Sean Teare; Sheriff Ed Gonzalez; State Sen. Molly Cook; State Reps. Harold Dutton and Ron Reynolds; and Houston City Councilmembers Letitia Plummer, Carolyn Evans-Shabazz, and Joaquin Martinez, among many others throughout Harris County and the greater Houston region.
Election Information and Final Message
Early voting runs from February 17 through February 27, with Election Day set for March 3, 2026. Lozano urges voters to bring their families and make their voices heard.
“To everyone at Que Onda,” Lozano said in closing, “continue following your dreams. No dream is too small or too big. Keep going, keep pushing. Sí se puede.”
For more stories on prominent Latino and Hispanic leaders in Houston like Judge Dolores Lozano, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.
Brad Pitt has gained a significant advantage in his ongoing legal battle with ex-wife Angelina Jolie over their shared French winery, Château Miraval. A judge has ordered Jolie to turn over 22 previously undisclosed documents, including private text messages and emails, after ruling in Pitt’s favor.
Legal dispute over Château Miraval
Pitt sued Jolie in 2022 following her sale of her stake in the winery to a subsidiary of the Stoli Group. Jolie’s company, Nouvel, transferred her 50% ownership interest without Pitt’s consent, a move Pitt claims violated an agreement the former couple made when they purchased the property in 2008.
Why the documents matter
Legal experts say the newly ordered documents could be critical to the outcome of the case. Attorneys told Fox News Digital that the effort Jolie’s team made to shield the messages suggests the contents may weaken her legal position and potentially shift the case in Pitt’s favor.
Discovery ruling seen as major win
While discovery disputes are common in civil litigation, entertainment and family law attorneys described this ruling as a meaningful victory for Pitt. They noted that judges typically compel disclosure only when documents are deemed relevant and not legally protected.
Will the messages become public?
Whether Jolie’s private texts and emails ever become public remains uncertain. Legal experts explained that discovery materials are not automatically filed into the public record unless they are introduced as evidence during court proceedings or attached to court filings.
Possibility of early resolution
Attorneys also suggested the case could resolve sooner than expected if the documents significantly damage Jolie’s claims. In that scenario, a settlement could occur before the most sensitive materials are publicly disclosed.
Background on the long-running feud
Pitt and Jolie were together for 12 years and married for two before Jolie filed for divorce in 2016. Since then, their dispute over Château Miraval has escalated, with Jolie’s company accusing Pitt of mismanaging and depleting winery assets, claims Pitt has denied.
What’s next
Despite the recent ruling, Pitt and Jolie are still expected to face off in court over the winery dispute, with proceedings currently anticipated in 2027.
Despite the ruling, the decision will not immediately change conditions for TPS holders. The U.S. Supreme Court previously allowed the administration’s termination of TPS to proceed while the case continues.
Haiti protections also questioned
The court also upheld a lower court’s finding that Noem improperly ended TPS protections for Haitian nationals. A separate federal judge is expected to rule soon on whether to pause Haiti’s TPS termination, which is currently set to expire on February 3.
Judges cite congressional limits
The three-judge panel said federal law does not allow the Homeland Security secretary to vacate an existing TPS designation without following required procedures. Judge Kim Wardlaw wrote that the law was designed to provide stability and predictability for people fleeing extraordinary conditions.
Human consequences highlighted
The court noted that the termination of TPS led to deportations and detentions of long-term residents with no criminal records, many of whom have U.S. citizen family members and pay taxes.
Dispute over motive
In a separate opinion, Judge Salvador Mendoza Jr. said evidence suggested racial and national origin bias influenced the decisions, calling the administration’s reasoning “pretextual.” Government attorneys deny the claim, arguing the secretary has broad authority over TPS decisions.
What’s next
The legal fight over TPS protections for Venezuelans and Haitians is expected to continue, with future rulings likely to determine whether the protections are fully restored or permanently ended.
For more the latest news on immigration law and enforcement, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.
Authorities are investigating a widespread fraud scheme in which criminals use stolen or fake identities to enroll in college courses and collect federal financial aid. These so-called “ghost students” vanish after securing loans and grants, leaving real people unknowingly saddled with debt.
Identity theft hits real families
Murat Mayor, a 58-year-old business analyst, discovered the scam when he and his son tried to apply for financial aid and learned accounts already existed in their names. Those accounts showed multiple college and loan applications they never submitted, prompting fears of identity theft.
Why colleges are vulnerable
Community colleges are prime targets because of open enrollment and the expansion of online learning during the pandemic. Investigators say remote classes made it easier for scammers to bypass identity checks, often using automation and artificial intelligence to submit large volumes of fake applications.
A costly and growing problem
Federal officials say more than $350 million in confirmed fraud tied to ghost student schemes has been investigated in the past five years, with hundreds of cases still open nationwide. Some schemes are suspected of reaching into the billions.
Impact on schools and students
Colleges report fake students filling classes, blocking legitimate applicants from enrolling. In some cases, online courses filled within minutes, only for administrators to later discover that most enrollees were fraudulent accounts.
Fighting back with technology
To combat the surge, schools are turning to identity verification software designed to flag suspicious applications. Federal officials have also rolled out stricter fraud controls, which experts say are helping slow the problem.
A problem that isn’t going away
Despite arrests and prison sentences for several perpetrators, investigators warn the ghost student scam remains a national crisis—one that continues to drain public funds and disrupt access to education for real students.
For more on consumer and online safety tips and stories, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.
SAN JACINTO COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — The San Jacinto County Sheriff’s Office said they arrested 37-year-old Mathew Young for child indecency on Sunday.
Sheriff Sam Houston said Young is accused of sexually assaulting a family member, and detectives believe there could be more victims.
“We understand there may be other victims. We have had some calls, obviously we can’t divulge names, but if anyone out there is still a victim, I would encourage them to reach out to us,” San Jacinto Detective Omar Sheikh said.
Court records show Young has been convicted three times for assaulting a family member and once for indecent assault out of Montgomery County, where he was sentenced to 12 days in jail.
Sheriff Houston said this type of crime will not be tolerated in San Jacinto County.
“For this particular charge, it can be a felony – a second-degree felony, so it’s a very serious offense, not only serious, but it’s not good for the children to have to experience, especially from family members and friends and people they trust,” said Sheriff Houston. “But we’re not going to tolerate that in our county, and if we find out that anything like that’s going on, we’re going to investigate it to the best of our ability.”
The sheriff’s office is urging anyone who may be a victim or know anything about the case to contact them or Crime Stoppers.
“If you are a victim of this guy, reach out to us, reach out to our detective division, and you can stay anonymous, but you are safe now,” Detective Sheikh said.
