HISD is contemplating selling nearly 20 properties post a failed $4.4 billion bond, sparking community concerns over transparency and the use of proceeds.

The BJS report provides in-depth analysis of psychostimulant-related federal offenses in 2022, tracking from arrest to imprisonment and detailing individual and systemic impacts.

The Harris County LGBTQIA+ Commission proposes recommendations to support the queer community, including data collection, law enforcement training, and increased representation.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott is confident school choice legislation, allowing public funds to be used for private schooling, will pass despite concerns it could harm public schools. Critics are skeptical about funding assurances.

The election of Jimmy Fullen as Galveston County sheriff is controversial due to accusations of falsified documents and an ongoing TCOLE investigation that could revoke his license.

Houston postponed its city council meeting to November 14th due to the funeral of fallen firefighter Marcelo Garcia, honoring his service and sacrifice.

Tom Homan, ex-ICE director, is set to become Trump's "border czar," overseeing aggressive immigration policies, including potential mass deportations. Critics discuss the moral and financial implications of these hardline strategies.

Two administrators were reassigned from Houston's Harvard Elementary School as the district shifts leadership to foster student engagement and improve instruction quality.

Angel Ponce, experienced in advocacy for the disabled, joins the METRO Board of Directors in Houston, promising to enhance accessibility in public transit.

Governor Greg Abbott claims legislative support to pass a school voucher program in Texas, despite concerns from the Houston teachers' union about its impact on public education funding.

Republicans in Harris County won 10 judgeships, suggesting a GOP resurgence in a historically Democratic stronghold, with crime and dissatisfaction influencing voters.

Houston voters rejected a $4.4 billion HISD bond for school updates, with Superintendent Miles emphasizing the loss for student needs amid infrastructure challenges.

Juan Garcia has been appointed as the new chairman of the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority and will lead the board through upcoming events including the 2026 FIFA World Cup.