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The political posturing of Lina Hidalgo
With four candidates dueling it out in a Republican Primary to replace her and with rumors of a primary challenge, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is attempting to silence critics who have long criticized her over her lack of urgency to address Harris County’s burgeoning crime issue. This week, Hidalgo launched the Harris County Safe Program, a $2.6 million crime reduction initiative.
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How much will the Build Back Better bill cost?
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released its estimate of the effect of the Democrats’ proposed “human infrastructure” bill, referred to as the Build Back Better legislation (BBB), on the federal deficit.
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Three Houston companies cited for 'transforming the way our city does business'
Three Houston companies recently made Deloitte's list of fastest-growing tech companies for 2021.
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'Congrats to my former boss': Kamin congratulates Landrieu on Biden admin appointment
Houston City Councilwoman Abbie Kamin took to social media in congratulating her once boss, former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu's appointment to the Biden administration.
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Thanksgiving parade returns to 'heart of downtown' Houston after absence due to COVID-19
The Thanksgiving Parade is returning to Houston this year.
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Man arrested after threatening to blow up Minute Maid Park
Houston Police arrested a man who allegedly threatened to blow up Minute Maid Park, home of the Houston Astros, during the American League Championship playoff series, the Houston Chronicle reported.
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Houston ready to welcome World Cup 2026
Houston is vying to host FIFA World Cup games in 2026 as the U.S., along with Mexico and Canada, welcome the coveted tournament.
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Turner joins groups calling for 'end to domestic violence'
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner joined several community members Oct. 7 to highlight National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
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'I just love being here and I want to be here for a while': Rockets guard Porter Jr. says team 'potentially' saved his life
Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter, Jr. believes the team "potentially" saved his life after acquiring him in January, according to a report by the Houston Chronicle.
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'The broken system allowed that man to make bond': Suspect in post-Astros game road rage shooting resulting in teen's death released on bond
A man charged with fatally shooting a 17-year-old boy in July after an Astros game has been released on bond, according to an ABC 13 report.
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'We will complete the mission I first embarked on in 2019': Congressional runner-up Hunt announces bid for proposed Houston congressional district
Wesley Hunt, a United States Army combat veteran, has recently announced his intention to run for Congress a second time in the newly proposed Houston congressional district, according to a report by the Texas Tribune.
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'An inspiration to women, people of color and the powerless': Hidalgo, Turner remark on passing of longtime activist Farenthold
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said she is keenly feeling the passing of Texas civil and women's rights powerhouse Frances Tarlton "Sissy" Farenthold who died last month.
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Bynam completes first full week as Houston interim housing director while city investigates allegations of his fired predecessor
Keith Bynam has finished his first full week as Houston's interim housing director while the city seeks a replacement for the previous department head who was fired after claiming the mayor gave millions in federal Hurricane Harvey relief money to one favored developer.
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'Thank you for your service to our great city': Colleagues celebrate Turner's 67th birthday
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner turned 67 on Monday, Sept. 27, and Twitter lit up with many Happy Birthday posts for him, from colleagues, at least one celebrity and others.
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'One of its very best': Houston police officer shot and killed in the line of duty
The City of Houston is mourning the loss of "one of its very best," Senior Officer William "Bill" Jeffrey who was shot and killed during the execution of a high-level felony warrant in Aeropark earlier this week.
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'An increasing number of companies' in the Houston area now 'considering vaccine requirements'
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, various companies in Houston are beginning to require that their employees get vaccinated.
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Turner asks Houstonians to 'stay off the roads' as Tropical Storm Nicholas makes landfall
The City of Houston and other communities nearby are getting ready for the forecasted heavy rainfall and expected flooding as Tropical Storm Nicholas moves closer to the Texas coastline.
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'Just reporting the numbers is not enough': Turner mandates biweekly COVID-19 testing for unvaccinated city employees
On Sept. 8, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announced that all unvaccinated city employees must undergo mandatory COVID-19 testing.
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Turner: 'If we don't take immediate action to combat climate change, future generations will suffer'
Mayor Sylvester Turner (D-Houston) wants more people in the country to put their focus on climate change and the impact it's had on natural disasters following the devastation left behind by Hurricane Ida.
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Houston Restaurant Weeks charity event helps Houston 'fight to end hunger'
The annual Houston Restaurant Weeks charity fundraising event is in full swing for local residents to contribute to the fight to end hunger in Houston.