The founder of Parents of Trans Youth revealed the information at the “Good Trouble Lives On” protest in Houston.
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Houston Expands Civility Ordinance to 24 Hours in Downtown Areas
The ordinance will prohibit the homeless from camping on downtown Houston sidewalks.
Texas City ISD Teacher Arrested for Online Solicitation of a Minor
John Derrick Taylor has been employed by the school district since 2018.
Toth Challenges Crenshaw for Congressional Seat Amid Potential Redistricting Shake-Up
Mid-decade redistricting begins July 21 to fix districts the DOJ flagged as unconstitutional racial gerrymanders.
Harris County Official Disputes $1 Billion Flood Bond Discrepancies
A spokesperson for the flood control district said the discrepancy claims “are inaccurate and based on misinterpretations.”
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Petition to Recall Texas City Mayor Nears Certification Threshold
If the petition reaches 1,200 signatures, it will be certified by the city.
ICE Arrests 1,361 Criminal Aliens in Houston-Area Operations in June
One arrest involved an individual previously convicted of hijacking an airplane.
Why Baytown Voters May Reject the City’s Planned Bond Propositions
Baytown resident Byron Schirmbeck says it’s not for the reasons city officials think.
Murder Suspect Granted Bond After Houston Prosecutors Miss Deadline
An Afghan national accused of murder has been granted a personal recognizance bond after prosecutors failed to meet the deadline to indict him.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Pushes for Taxpayer-Funded International Trips
Hidalgo’s third attempt at reforming travel policy sought to define “extraordinary circumstances” to include trade missions.
Harris County Flood Bond Reports Show Unexplained $1 Billion Discrepancy
Commissioners voted Thursday to fund all existing secured partnerships and grants tied to Harris County’s 2018 flood bond.
Harris County Jail Hit With Third Noncompliance Notice of 2025
Harris County has resorted to housing hundreds of inmates in other jails to ease overcrowding at its facility.
Houston Research Centers Among Targets in Chinese COVID-19 Espionage Scheme
The U.S. Department of Justice has unsealed an indictment against two Chinese nationals accused of espionage.
Conroe ISD Poised To Reject UIL Access for Homeschoolers Under New State Law
District officials cite logistics concerns.
Texas Medical Board Suspends License of Houston-Area Neurologist Accused of Child Exploitation
The doctor is accused of online solicitation of a minor.
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Ex-Houston ICE Officer Arrested for Bribery, Shielding Criminal Aliens From Deportation
Prosecutors allege the scheme allowed individuals in the Harris County Jail to be released on bond, sidestepping federal removal proceedings.
22 Houston Cases Named in Justice Department’s $15 Billion Healthcare Fraud Crackdown
Federal prosecutors have charged more than 320 individuals in the largest healthcare fraud operation in U.S. history.
Space Shuttle Discovery Moves to Houston Under US Senate Bill
In 2011, NASA bypassed Houston when selecting retirement locations for its shuttle fleet.
FBI Houston Arrests Chinese National for Spying on US Navy
Another Chinese national was arrested in Oregon, and the pair are accused of surveilling U.S. military personnel and facilities.
Federal Agents Bust Anti-Tren Gang Members After Houston Shooting
Federal authorities are targeting a violent Venezuelan gang known as Anti-Tren, believed to be connected to a Houston bar shooting that injured six people in March.
Houston’s Taxpayer-Sponsored LGBT Parade Featured Sexualized Performances Near Children
Marketed as safe and inclusive for all ages, Houston’s LGBT “Pride” party featured overtly adult activities in full view of children.
Houston Parents Sue HISD Over Daughter’s Secret Social Gender Transition
A Houston family is taking the state’s largest school district to court, claiming their daughter was socially transitioned by school staff in direct defiance of their explicit instructions.
Harris County Agencies Reportedly Spent Millions With No Paper Trail
Last year, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said the Harris County Toll Road Authority, Engineering Department, and Flood Control District had procurement issues.
Harris County Faces $1.3 Billion Shortfall in Flood Bond Projects
Only about 30 percent of the bond’s allocated funds have been spent so far.
24/7 Ban on Homeless Sleeping Outdoors Coming to Houston Under Updated Ordinance
In a bid to curb street homelessness and connect people with shelters, Houston plans to implement a 24/7 outdoor sleeping ban in key neighborhoods, backed by new funding and federal support.