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Gonzalez as late deputy constable killed in accident laid to rest: 'The Harris County community is not the same today'

The family, friends and colleagues of the late Harris County Precinct 7 Deputy Constable Jennifer Chavis gathered at Fountain of Praise Church in Houston on Wednesday (April 13) to pay their final respects nearly two weeks after she lost her life in a fatal vehicular accident, according to Houston-based media outlets.


Spring Valley Village mayor on police chief's resignation: 'We have an agreement in principle'

A special meeting of the Spring Valley Village City Council on Tuesday (April 12) resulted in a mutual agreement for Chief of Police Loyd Evans to resign, according to a report from Houston ABC affiliate KTRK. City leaders had accused Evans of paying himself nearly $300,000 for overtime in the past two years.


Kamin on Houston's first-ever paid parental leave policy: 'It’s time, and I am so thankful that we have the opportunity to do this'

The Houston City Council unanimously approved the city's first-ever paid parental leave policy on Wednesday (April 13), according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.


Abbott on arrival of migrants in nation's capital: 'Texas is bringing the border to [Biden]'

The first bus carrying migrants from the southern border on Wednesday (April 13) arrived in Washington, D.C. just a week following Gov. Greg Abbott's announcement to send them to the steps of the U.S. Capitol, according to a report from The Hill, Austin NBC affiliate KXAN reported.


City of Houston Archaeological and Historical Commission met March 24

City of Houston Archaeological and Historical Commission met Thursday, March 24.


City of Houston Transportation, Technology, and Infrastructure Committee met March 24

City of Houston Transportation, Technology, and Infrastructure Committee met Thursday, March 24.


Gaddis on successful search for sister: 'You have no idea how much that has meant to my family and I'

The nearly monthlong search for a missing 39-year-old woman from League City has reached a successful conclusion and a happy ending for the woman's family, according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU. Caroline Gaddis was first reported missing on March 18 and was located in Tennessee last Friday (April 8), the station reported.


Hidalgo on staffer indictments: 'I'm very confident that, when the facts are known, my team will be cleared'

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo addressed the felony indictments on Tuesday (April 12) against three of her senior staff members, according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU. The county judge, a Democrat, said she still stands with the staffers, who are each accused of misuse of official information and tampering with records, the station reported.


Coast guard captain on man who performed water rescue: 'The Coast Guard expresses its utmost gratitude for the actions of Mr. Moore'

A Bellaire man's quick-thinking actions late last year earned him recognition from the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.


Jordan on new role as GATE Energy CEO: 'I am both proud and excited to take the opportunity to step up'

Houston-based GATE Energy has named Lee Jordan as its new CEO, according to a company issued press release.


Compton on nurse killed in freeway shooting: 'It’s tragic for our whole family'

Authorities said a shooting along a stretch of the Gulf Freeway in La Marque in Galveston County on Sunday (April 10) claimed the life of a 42-year-old woman who worked as a newborn intensive care unit (NICU) nurse at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) in Galveston, Houston FOX affiliate KRIV reported.


Peiser: 'The opposite has been happening' regarding net zero energy policies and benefits

The 84th episode of the Plugged In Podcast featured Benny Peiser and Francis Menton as guests discussing net zero energy policies.


Following crime wave, Arnold "bail reform" scheme rolled back in New York

For River Oaks billionaire John Arnold, it was a crowning achievement.


City of Houston Economic Development Committee met March 24

City of Houston Economic Development Committee met Thursday, March 24.


Fort Bend Subsidence District Board of Directors met March 23

Fort Bend Subsidence District Board of Directors met Wednesday, March 23.


Attorney on Hidalgo senior staffer's indictment: 'He ultimately will be vindicated'

Felony indictments were issued against three senior members of Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo's staff on Monday (April 11) as part of the criminal investigation into the $11 million COVID-19 vaccine outreach contract the county awarded and then cancelled last year, according to Houston-based media outlets.


Zarzoza at husband's funeral: 'I can’t and I don’t know when I will be able to forget that night'

No one could blame Flor Zarzoza for wishing an alarm clock would buzz and rouse her from what she was sitting through. The widow of Harris County Sheriff's Deputy Darren Almendarez led mourners on Friday (April 8) in remembering the man whose last act of unconditional love for her was protecting her from supposedly armed catalytic converter thieves, according to reports from Houston-based media outlets.


Houston Happenings April 11-17

Houston Ghost Tour: Do you like being scared? Come join this tour of some of the most haunted spots in the park along with some thrilling ghost stories.


Smith on newly extended Texans WR Cooks: 'It seems like whenever you talk about Brandin, anyone, they talk about leadership'

The Houston Texans have awarded wide receiver Brandin Cooks a two-year contract extension, according to a report from NFL.com. The move essentially squashes rumors that the Texans were looking to ship Cooks elsewhere for a higher draft pick.


Rockets on Green's career-high 41-point effort in season finale: 'What a run'

Houston Rockets rookie guard Jalen Green ended his first NBA season on Sunday (April 10) with another milestone: A career-high 41 points.