Two veteran officers, Ray Nolen and Jimmy Fullen, compete for the Galveston County sheriff's Republican nomination, each with different law enforcement approaches and priorities.

Protesters in Houston and El Paso demonstrate against Texas Senate Bill 4, fearing it will lead to discrimination and put the burden of immigration enforcement on local police.

Harris County officials prepare for a crucial meeting to discuss issues in the local jail, including overcrowding and staff shortages, in an effort to meet state safety standards and avoid further intervention.

The HCSO has launched the Crime-Free Multi-Housing Program in Cypress Station to reduce crime and plans to expand it countywide, with a noted 29% drop in violent crime since implementation.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed over $6 million to pro-voucher GOP candidates to influence Texas' education policy, utilizing funds from a large donation by Jeff Yass.

The Katy ISD board voted to extend spring break by an extra day and also rejected a proposal to introduce chaplains in schools, maintaining a secular learning environment.

The Houston Police Department is rededicating its Southeast Patrol Station to honor Edward J. Stringfellow, a pioneering black officer, at a ceremony today with Police Chief Troy Finner and family attending.

The Katy ISD board voted 5-2 against hiring chaplains as counselors in schools, citing concerns over church-state separation and preferring existing secular mentorship programs.

Houston Police Chief Finner reports a backlog of 264,000 cases due to staffing shortages, including property and violent crimes. He plans to address the issue with manpower reallocation.

Underdog Robert Slater exits the Democratic primary and endorses incumbent U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, amid a close race with challenger Amanda Edwards.

USPS delivery performance has severely declined in Houston, falling below the national average. Locals are frustrated, and officials call for transparency as on-time mail delivery percentages drop.

Conroe ISD begins expanding with two new schools using a $1.9 billion bond, easing overcrowding and upgrading facilities, with construction starting in March and completion expected by August 2025.

Houston ISD is expanding its "New Education System" to 40 new campuses, aiming to improve student performance amid criticism from educators and families.