Joshua Youngblood is only the eighth person in Harris County to be prosecuted under the new statute.
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Harris County Sues Trump Administration Over Federal Workforce Cuts
The lawsuit marks the latest effort by Harris County Democrats to block the Trump administration’s agenda.
MD Anderson Freezes Hiring, Cuts Spending After $43M Shortfall
MD Anderson’s president said the cuts will not affect patient care.
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.
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Fort Bend County Judge KP George’s Case Postponed
Prosecutors cited the need to extract more evidence from a device.
Brazosport ISD Tells Voters $167M Bonds Won’t Raise Tax ‘Rate’
With interest the bonds would cost property taxpayers $258 million. Can they be repaid with “zero tax rate increase?”
Houston Mayor Whitmire’s GOP Outreach Sparks Democrat Party Revolt
Mayors of large cities often forge partnerships across party lines, especially on local issues like public safety, infrastructure, and disaster recovery.
Houston City Council Adopts New Rules for Short-Term Rentals
A new ordinance sets registration, safety, and tax requirements for short-term rentals such as Airbnb and VRBO properties.
Harris County Appoints Interim County Administrator
Jesse Dickerman will replace Diana Ramirez, who is retiring at the end of the month.
Federal Jury Delivers Guilty Verdict in Houston ISD Bribery Case
A former Houston ISD employee and a district vendor were found guilty after a weeks-long trial.
Fort Bend ISD Teacher Arrested for ‘Improper Relationship’ With Student
The now-former middle school teacher was also indicted for indecency with a child.
Tomball ISD Seeks Voter Approval of $429 Million Bond Package
District voters approved $494 million in school bond debt just four years ago.
Houston May Raise Rates To Replace Failing Water Plant
Officials say the water plant that serves 75 percent of Houston residents is at risk of catastrophic failure and must be replaced.
Galveston County Ends Cash Bridge Toll, Plans $25M Upgrade
Galveston County commissioners said the charge no longer makes sense as the bridge has long been paid off.
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THIRD Huntsville ISD Teacher Arrested for Sex Crime in Three Weeks
Lauren Rudolph was a dyslexia teacher and cheer coach at Huntsville High School.
Houston Mayor and Controller Spar Over $72 Million in Unbudgeted Overtime Spending
As federal funds run out, the city is using the general fund to cover the overtime.
Attorney General Alleges Houston ISD Engaged in Electioneering
Paxton’s office accused the school district of illegally using public funds to promote its failed 2024 bond measure.
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.