Galveston Issues Voluntary Evacuation for West End as Tropical Storm Beryl Targets Texas Coast
Galveston issues voluntary evacuation for the west end as Tropical Storm Beryl approaches, with officials and the Emergency Operations Center preparing for storm surges, potential floods, and impeded emergency responses.
Mayor Whitmire Taps Commercial Real Estate Veteran Vonn Tran for Houston City Planning Chief
Mayor John Whitmire nominates Vonn Tran as Houston's new Planning and Development Director, awaiting city council confirmation. Tran's 20 years of real estate experience will contribute to her new civic role.
Amid Declining Homeless Rates, Houston Confronts Spike in Deaths and Funding Concerns
A University of Houston report indicates a rise in homeless deaths in Houston, despite a drop in the homeless population, citing drug overdoses as a key factor. A local survey showed a slight increase in homelessness, contrasting the national trend.












