Joseph Trimmer

Joseph Trimmer

Harris County Budget Deficit Hits $200 Million
Harris County Budget Deficit Hits $200 Million
The deficit sparked debate over cost-saving measures and funding priorities during a Commissioners Court special session.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Challenges Critics To Run Against Her
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Challenges Critics To Run Against Her
Hidalgo dismissed the removal effort as “a torpedo into the heart of democracy.”
Undercover Video: Houston Socialists Coordinate Targeting of ICE Operations
Undercover Video: Houston Socialists Coordinate Targeting of ICE Operations
The group touched on its objectives, including training people to “fight back” against federal deportations and detention efforts.
Commissioner Ramsey Seeks Removal of Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo
Commissioner Ramsey Seeks Removal of Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo
Following a vote to censure Hidalgo, Ramsey said, "It is time to consider replacing Judge Hidalgo."
Harris County Commissioners Block Two Different Property Tax Hike Proposals
Harris County Commissioners Block Two Different Property Tax Hike Proposals
After County Judge Hidalgo’s “penny” property tax hike failed, Commissioner Ellis proposed a plan that also failed.
FBI Unveils First-Ever ‘Houston Most Wanted’ List
FBI Unveils First-Ever ‘Houston Most Wanted’ List
One fugitive was arrested hours later.
Travis County Judge Refuses Motion To Change Venue in Daniel Perry Case
Travis County Judge Refuses Motion To Change Venue in Daniel Perry Case
Judge gives progressive county attorney another chance to jail a man Gov. Abbott pardoned for self-defense.
Houston PD Pulls SIG Sauer P320 Following Unintended Discharge Lawsuit
Houston PD Pulls SIG Sauer P320 Following Unintended Discharge Lawsuit
Under the new directive, officers have until the end of September to make the switch.
Houston ISD Rolls Out Cell Phone Ban Amid New State Mandate
Houston ISD Rolls Out Cell Phone Ban Amid New State Mandate
Under district guidelines, students must keep devices powered off and out of sight from campus arrival until dismissal, including during lunch and...
Judge Hidalgo’s ‘Penny Tax’ Proposal Faces More Backlash From Commissioners
Judge Hidalgo’s ‘Penny Tax’ Proposal Faces More Backlash From Commissioners
The tax hike would go before voters in November if approved by the Harris County Commissioners Court.
Houston ISD Can Proceed With Pay-For-Performance Model After Judge Denies Union Request
Houston ISD Can Proceed With Pay-For-Performance Model After Judge Denies Union Request
The Houston Federation of Teachers filed suit against the district for awarding raises based on performance metrics, alleging it violated state law.
Houston ISD Nearly Fully Staffed With Just 19 Teacher Vacancies
Houston ISD Nearly Fully Staffed With Just 19 Teacher Vacancies
This marks a sharp decline in vacancies and represents a significant milestone in Houston ISD’s staffing efforts.