Harris County’s controversial guaranteed basic income pilot program Uplift Harris planned to send a $500 monthly stipend to low-income families with no strings attached.
Charles Blain
Houston City Council Passes $7.3 Billion Budget
The $7.3 billion fiscal year 2025 budget was approved by a vote of 15-2.
Houston City Council Approves $650 Million Bond
The $650 million, non-voter-approved, judgment bond is for backpay to the city’s firefighters as a part of a larger settlement.
Harris County Approves Jail Upgrades
Over 50 inmates have died in the custody of the Harris County jail in recent years, an issue often attributed to understaffing or poor training.
Houston Delays Votes on Budget and Firefighter Deal
Both items are expected to be back before the city council next week for consideration.
Seven Indicted in Houston Public Corruption Scheme
Mayor John Whitmire vowed to work with any agency to identify and remove corruption as his administration moves forward.
Houston ISD to Call for $4.4 Billion Bond
Houston Independent School District last passed a bond in 2012.
Harris County Sheriff’s Chief of Staff Arrested
Jason Spencer was recently arrested for violating a protection order in Montgomery County.
Texas Education Agency Investigates Complaint into Houston ISD Superintendent
The complaint alleges that Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles’ charter school network was using Texas tax dollars to subsidize financially struggling schools in Colorado.
Houston Mayor Rolls Out $6.7 Billion Budget
While the budget did not include new fees or higher taxes, Mayor Whitmire’s accompanying budget letter indicated that both could still be on the table down the road.