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High property taxes remains key issue in gubernatorial race; Abbott promises 'largest property tax cut in Texas history'
By Emily Bevard | Oct 21, 2022
High property tax rates have become an important issue in the state of Texas, in particular with the midterm election coming up on Nov. 8.
McConnell: ‘Prices are soaring way faster than workers’ pay growth’
By Emily Bevard | Apr 15, 2022
As record-high gasoline prices continue to sweep the state averaging above $4 per gallon, the newest inflation number of 8.5% has impacted prices across the board, hurting American finances.
'I’ve got a little problem': Knox raises concerns with selection of subcontractor West & Associates
By Emily Bevard | Mar 1, 2022
A recent Houston City Council meeting scheduled to discuss redistricting considerations was met with concerns as long-time councilmember Mike Knox raised his issue with the selection of subcontractor West & Associates, owned by Sen. Royce West.
'Taylour was a superhero to me': Friends, family mourn missing Houston man found dead
By Emily Bevard | Feb 6, 2022
Taylour Young is remembered as a “brother” and a “superhero” by family and friends struggling to understand his untimely passing.
CBP data shows record number of border encounters in December
By Emily Bevard | Feb 3, 2022
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) set a record for the number of encounters of people at the southern border in December 2021.
Google, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft push use of fiber optic cables to 'provide services at ever-lower costs'
By Emily Bevard | Jan 25, 2022
Fiber optic cables are responsible for linking together countries across oceans and carrying 95% of international internet traffic—a feat accomplished with a total length of more than 800,000 miles.
'We will have an increase of people': Harris County Precinct 4, TxDOT to enforce law against public camping
By Emily Bevard | Jan 14, 2022
Harris County Precinct 4 deputies have partnered with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to enforce a new state law prohibiting camping in public places.
Houston officer involved in fatal crash 'relieved of duty'
By Emily Bevard | Jan 3, 2022
The Houston police officer responsible for a post-Christmas crash that claimed the life of a 75-year-old man has been “relieved of duty” pending an investigation.
Three more charged in Texas human trafficking case
By Emily Bevard | Dec 29, 2021
Three more defendants have been charged in the ongoing Texas human trafficking conspiracy involving young runaway girls.
'Hundreds of pounds of force': Compression asphyxia was cause of death in Astroworld tragedy
By Emily Bevard | Dec 23, 2021
A report by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences has declared compression asphyxia as the cause of death for all victims of the tragic Astroworld Festival event last month.
'Educators make the world go 'round': Pilgrim Academy educator makes most of teaching during pandemic
By Emily Bevard | Dec 21, 2021
When seventh-grade math teacher Joel DeLeon Jr. started teaching at Pilgrim Academy six years ago, he realized he would have to work hard to earn student’s trust and respect before he could ask anything of them in the classroom.
Witt wins seat on Bellaire City Council
By Emily Bevard | Dec 19, 2021
Run-off elections for the Houston Independent School District (HISD) Board of Education District V and Bellaire City Council seats were held Dec. 11.
'The eyes and the ears': Fort Bend County Community Advisory Board set to connect residents and government officials
By Emily Bevard | Dec 12, 2021
A new community engagement group out of Fort Bend County is hoping to connect residents with local officials and government services, according to an announcement last week.
'One to remember': 90-day countdown begins for 90th Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
By Emily Bevard | Dec 12, 2021
A 90-day countdown to the return of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has begun after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19.
'I am extremely honored': Turley named director of Rice University Kinder Institute of Urban Research
By Emily Bevard | Dec 10, 2021
Ruth Turley will step into the role as the next director of the Kinder Institute of Urban Research, following a decision by the Rice University Board of Trustees earlier this month.
'Happy ending': Tabby kitten rescued from highway support beam
By Emily Bevard | Dec 9, 2021
A group of Houston residents shared six hours of their time earlier this month, rescuing an orange tabby kitten who had been found on top of a southwest freeway during the day.
'They deserve a seat at the table': Harris County establishes Essential Workers Board
By Emily Bevard | Dec 9, 2021
The Harris County Commissioners Court voted recently to establish the Harris County Essential Workers Board to place low-wage frontline workers in the center of decisions establishing health and safety policies.
'Excited': University of Houston softball program signs six new recruits for fall season
By Emily Bevard | Dec 9, 2021
Six new recruits have signed on to the University of Houston softball program this week, joining the team after graduating high school as the class of 2022.
'It's just a really important community for us': Buff City Soap opens West Houston location
By Emily Bevard | Dec 3, 2021
Offering a unique shopping experience, Buff City Soap, a plant-based home and personal care brand franchise, continues its rapid growth across the United States as new stores get set to open in greater Houston over the next few months.
House reflects on first 100 days as school district leader, stating now is the time for ‘bold change’
By Emily Bevard | Nov 28, 2021
Houston Independent School District (HISD) Superintendent Millard House II is reflecting on his first 100 days at the helm and outlining strategies for students' success.