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University of Houston names executive director for new ecological resilience institute

The University of Houston has appointed Jaime González as the first executive director of the Institute for Ecological Resilience, beginning May 1.


Texas gears up for severe weather with additional emergency resources

Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate additional state emergency response resources ahead of anticipated severe weather and flash flooding.


Governor Abbott opposes San Marcos's proposed resolution, cites antisemitism concerns

Governor Greg Abbott has sent a letter to the City of San Marcos, opposing a proposed resolution that he criticizes as antisemitic and contradictory to Texas state law.


Governor Abbott and Chief Kidd join President Trump's FEMA council

Governor Greg Abbott expressed gratitude to President Donald J. Trump for his recent appointment to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council.


Texas named best state for business for 21 consecutive years

Governor Greg Abbott announced that Texas has been ranked the Best State for Business by Chief Executive magazine for the 21st consecutive year.


Governor Abbott appoints new members to Texas Medical Board for 2031

Governor Greg Abbott has announced several appointments to the Texas Medical Board, with terms set to expire on April 13, 2031.


Lancaster joins Texas Film Friendly communities, boosting local film production opportunities

Governor Greg Abbott has officially designated the City of Lancaster as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community.


Governor Abbott appoints new members to the state board for educator certification

Governor Greg Abbott has made new appointments to the State Board for Educator Certification.


Governor Abbott highlights power of prayer at Round Rock event

Governor Greg Abbott addressed attendees at the Governor’s Prayer Breakfast in Round Rock, expressing admiration for the power of prayer in celebration of the National Day of Prayer. “Where two or more are gathered in his name, God is with us,”...


City of Houston Planning Commission met April 3

City of Houston Planning Commission met Thursday, April 3


City of Houston Planning Commission met May 1

City of Houston Planning Commission met Thursday, May 1


City of Houston City Council met April 1 & 2

City of Houston City Council met April 1 & 2


City of Houston City Council met March 25 & 26

City of Houston City Council met March 25 & 26


North Houston District Board of Directors met April 29

North Houston District Board of Directors met Tuesday, April 29


Southwest Management District Board of Directors met April 28

Southwest Management District Board of Directors met Monday, April 28


International Management District Board of Directors met April 24

International Management District Board of Directors met Thursday, April 24


Midtown Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors met April 23

Midtown Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors met Wednesday, April 23


Fort Bend Subsidence District Board of Directors met April 23

Fort Bend Subsidence District Board of Directors met Wednesday, April 23


Governor Abbott discusses bail reform and border security at Texas Sheriff's conference

Governor Greg Abbott addressed the Texas Border Sheriff's Coalition's 20th Annual Spring Meeting in Austin, where he stressed the urgency of bail reform in Texas.


Kathryn Nilles buys 3525 McCrary Road, Richmond

On April 28, Kathryn Nilles purchased a property at 3525 McCrary Road, Richmond from Benjamin Nilles.