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Texas Taxpayers and Research Association: 'property tax bills would not be going up unless local jurisdictions wanted to spend more money'
By Art Benavidez | Apr 20, 2022
A report by the Texas Taxpayers and Research Association (TTARA) notes that a key driver in increasing property tax rates are increases in the amount of spending desired by local jurisdictions.
'Abbott refuses to enforce his mask mandate ban:' Huffines criticizes Texas governor
By Art Benavidez | Feb 15, 2022
GOP gubernatorial candidate Don Huffines is taking Gov. Greg Abbott to task for failing to uphold his mask mandate ban in Houston.
'A meaningful vote of confidence': Communities in Schools Houston receives $13 million
By Art Benavidez | Feb 12, 2022
Communities in Schools (CIS) of Houston will be the recipient of $13 million donation from billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.
Huffines claims Abbott has 'allowed the woke agenda to take priority over urgent matters'
By Art Benavidez | Feb 9, 2022
GOP gubernatorial candidate Don Huffines has taken notice of the dangers that Harris County law enforcement officials are under and has pledged to make their jobs safer as governor.
'Thrilled': The Ion opens new prototyping lab, Houston nonprofit tabbed as operator
By Art Benavidez | Feb 6, 2022
A 266,000-square-foot innovative hub located in Midtown, The Ion, has stated that it will be opening the Ion Prototyping Lab (IPL), which will be operated by TXRX Labs.
Inaccurate data, questionable Chinese policies and 'benefits' unnerve U.S. companies
By Art Benavidez | Feb 4, 2022
Tech, competition issues highlight annual US-China Business Council survey.
U.S. gas inventories 'are way below' seasonal norms
By Art Benavidez | Jan 24, 2022
Gasoline prices are expected to rise this summer as demand continues to outpace supply, according to a recent report.
New Year's resolution for Harris County deputies: Curb crime in 2022
By Art Benavidez | Jan 11, 2022
A new year means a new goal for Harris County sheriff's deputies, who have gone on record that their objective this year is to reduce crime.
Former Port of Galveston spokeswoman accused of criminal trespass of terminal
By Art Benavidez | Jan 11, 2022
A local woman who served as public relations manager for the Port of Galveston is being investigated for bypassing a security screening.
North Shore, Paetow 'battle' for state championship
By Art Benavidez | Dec 16, 2021
Two Houston-based high school football teams could soon be crowned as state champions as two local schools will battle for the title this weekend.
How Australia became the country producing the most solar rooftop energy
By Art Benavidez | Dec 12, 2021
By utilizing a decentralized rooftop solar energy sector, Australia continues to further its commitment to clean energy.
Being a teacher lets Davis 'see the fruits of her labor'
By Art Benavidez | Dec 10, 2021
Rhonda Davis with the Barbara Jordan Career Center said she realized while working as a Child Protective Services (CPS) investigator that her compassion belonged in the classroom.
'Our heartfelt prayers go out to those who lost their lives': George mourns victims of Michigan school shooting
By Art Benavidez | Dec 8, 2021
Fort Bend County Judge K.P. George has shared his feelings about last week’s shooting that left four students dead at Oxford High School in Michigan.
'I have no doubt Scott feels remorse': Family of youngest Astroworld victim declines Travis Scott's offer to cover funeral expenses
By Art Benavidez | Dec 8, 2021
The family of the youngest victim in the Astroworld Festival tragedy that occurred last month declined to accept an offer from rapper Travis Scott to pay for funeral expenses.
Middleton to run for Texas Senate: 'I'm asking for your prayers, support, vote'
By Art Benavidez | Dec 7, 2021
Texas State Rep. Mayes Middleton (R-Wallisville) will be running to replace the vacated seat of fellow Houston-area lawmaker Sen. Larry Taylor (R-Friendswood).
Taylor won't seek reelection to Texas Senate: 'This has been a very difficult decision'
By Art Benavidez | Dec 7, 2021
Texas State Sen. Larry Taylor (R-Friendswood) decided that he would not run for reelection.
'One of the largest liquefaction platforms in the world': Cheniere and Foran Energy Group sign long-term LNG Sale and purchase agreement
By Art Benavidez | Dec 5, 2021
An entity of a Houston-based leading producer and exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG) announced last month that they had agreed on a 20-year liquefied natural gas sale and purchase agreement with a Chinese gas company.
'I want to hear it': George invites input from Fort Bend County residents
By Art Benavidez | Dec 3, 2021
Over the Thanksgiving break, Fort Bend County Judge K.P. George told constituents that he is receptive to any feedback they are willing to provide.
Rockets' Mathews 'getting more used to playing'
By Art Benavidez | Dec 3, 2021
The Houston Rockets have received a boost to the team’s offense since they claimed shooting guard Garrison Mathews off of waivers.
'Houston Astros have brought back a key member of its starting rotation': Verlander returns to Astros on one-year deal
By Art Benavidez | Nov 23, 2021
If the Houston Astros make another deep playoff run next year, they took the first step by resigning stout pitcher Justin Verlander.