The deficit sparked debate over cost-saving measures and funding priorities during a Commissioners Court special session.
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Prosecutors: Fort Bend County Judge Used Campaign Funds for Personal Bills
Prosecutors say Fort Bend County Judge KP George raided his campaign account for property taxes, a house down payment, and other personal costs—and then lied about it on official reports.
Houston Halts Payout to Firm Tied to Public Works Corruption
While local officials are working to ensure the firm does not receive payment, city departments are reviewing the work orders to pay subcontractors for their work.
Fight To Safeguard Secret Ballot Continues in Harris County
Voters want courts to protect the privacy of the ballot box.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Challenges Critics To Run Against Her
Hidalgo dismissed the removal effort as “a torpedo into the heart of democracy.”
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ICE Arrests Trump Burger Operator Amid Lawsuits and Eviction
Roland Beainy, whom federal officials say overstayed his visa and is facing deportation proceedings, is one of the Trump Burger operators.
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
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
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
One fugitive was arrested hours later.
Houston ISD Boasts Major Academic Gains Ahead of TEA Report
According to preliminary ratings released by Superintendent Mike Miles, the district now has zero F-rated schools.
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.
Harris Health Proposes $420M Trauma Tower on Hermann Park Land
The plan to expand Ben Taub Hospital could take nine acres from Houston’s Hermann Park.
Inmate Death During Release Sparks Investigation in Harris County
Surveillance footage released Friday shows a chaotic altercation between Harris County officers and inmate Alexis Cardenas, who later died during his attempted release from jail.
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 transitions.
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Montgomery County Arrests School Employee for Soliciting a Minor Online
Jaime Gonzalez worked in the Tomball ISD and Magnolia ISD bus barns.
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.
TxDOT Announces Lower Tolls and New Free Lanes Coming to Houston’s SH 288
The toll reductions will be implemented starting on September 1.
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.
Eminent Domain Battle: State Refuses To Return Land It No Longer Needs
The Texas Supreme Court will decide the fate of citizens’ repurchase rights.
Houston Approves $12.4 Million to Rescue Trash and Recycling Operations
The Solid Waste Department attributed the crisis to aging, deteriorating equipment.
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.
Houston Polling Signals Tight Races Amid Voter Concerns on Crime, Taxes
Fifty-seven percent of residents said Harris County is heading in the wrong direction.
Two Houston-Area Planned Parenthood Clinics Announce September Closure
One of the clinics was the largest Planned Parenthood abortion facility in the United States.
ICE Arrests More Than 200 Illegal Aliens Who Have Sexually Abused Children
The federal government has prioritized the arrest of the most dangerous criminal aliens over the past 6 months.