Former La Marque City Manager J.B. Pritchett is now facing felony arson charges, just weeks after resigning amid an investigation into falsified credentials and military records.
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Houston ISD Scores C Grade in 2023 TEA Accountability Report, Worse Than in 2022
The ratings were just provided after 120 school districts sued to block the release of the accountability report.
Texas Senate Moves to Block Guaranteed Basic Income Programs
Uplift Harris, a county program to pay $500 per month to some residents, was previously blocked by the Texas Supreme Court.
High-Ranking Tren de Aragua Member Indicted in Houston, Arrested in Colombia
This is the first time a TdA member is charged with terrorism-related crimes.
Conroe Kindergarten Teacher Arrested for Online Solicitation of a Minor
The principal told families Brian Schultz’s arrest was not related to Snyder Elementary.
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Houston Mayor Prioritizes Drivers, Draws Protests
The mayor’s office argues pedestrian safety is still a priority.
Two Huntsville ISD Teachers Arrested in Separate Sex Crime Cases
Demondrae Murray was charged with soliciting a prostitute, while Eric Buchek was accused of having an “improper relationship” with a student.
Houston Water Rates Increase by 6 Percent
The increase is tied to a federal consent decree that mandates city spending on water and sewage infrastructure.
Harris County Commissioners Vote for Higher Government Employee and Contractor Salaries
The new minimum wage has been set to $20 an hour for government workers and $21.65 for contractors.
Pearland ISD Teacher’s Aide Accused of Sending Explicit Videos to 14-Year-Old Student
Jerel Griffin allegedly sent his victim illicit sexual communications using a phone he gave the student.
Houston’s Efficiency Project Expanded to Public Works, Controller’s Office
The audit has discovered city credit card misuse, broken procurement processes, and inefficient government departments.
Man With ICE Detainer Accused of Practicing Dentistry Without a License in Houston
Ceasar Augusto Perez Mejia had previously been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Houston Bar Shooting Suspect Arrested, ICE Detainer Issued
Venezuelan national Jose Miguel Briceno is accused of aggravated assault occurring as part of a mass shooting.
Conroe School Employee Arrested for Continuous Sexual Abuse of a Child
Michael Perry was a Crime Stoppers “Featured Felon.”
Former Houston ISD Official on Trial for Corruption
A Houston ISD official and a district vendor were initially indicted in December 2021 on multiple charges, with additional tax-related counts added in April 2022.
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Edna ISD Teacher, Coach Accused of Sexual Misconduct With Student
The suspect, Logan O’Connor, is the district superintendent’s son.
ICE Houston Deports Illegal Alien Wanted in Honduras
A Honduran illegal alien has been deported after being on parole in the U.S. since 2022.
Attorney General Paxton Sues Harris County Over its Second Basic Income Program
The Texas Supreme Court stopped the first iteration of Harris County’s basic income program following a lawsuit by Paxton.
Houston Mayor Whitmire Turns Down Tax Increase
Whitmire said he won’t raise taxes until he can tell Houstonians that he’s cut waste and corruption.
Sheldon ISD Third-Grade Teacher Arrested in Gang Weapons & Narcotics Conspiracy
Federal authorities said they caught Garrett Elementary teacher Jessica Ferguson on wiretap taking part in the illegal operation while at the school.
Houston City Council Considering Tax Increase
The city has until October 28 to set a tax rate.
Harris County Republicans Oppose Houston ISD Bond
The total cost of the $4.4 billion bond including interest is expected to be $8.8 billion after thirty years.
Another Texas Teacher Arrested for Sex With Student
Hardin ISD teacher Jahmall Thomas is charged with improper relationship between educator and student, a second-degree felony.
Fort Bend County Commissioner Candidate Indicted for Online Impersonation
Taral Patel allegedly created fake social media accounts to post racist comments about himself.
Suspect in Deadly Houston Carjacking Was Out on Bond
Kyliel Denzel Arceneaux is alleged to have pistol-whipped, shot, and then run over the body of Nelson Beckett before fleeing with his vehicle.