San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones is urging Texas’ congressional delegation to block federal funding for a proposed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in the city.
The proposed rules would establish a registry of “high-risk rental buildings” based on repeated health and safety violations. Properties on the registry would face ongoing inspections and fines for persistent violations.
The survey, conducted by the UH Hobby School of Public Affairs, collected responses from residents of Houston and Chicago to compare economic perceptions in two of the nation’s largest cities. In Houston, 78% of respondents listed wages lagging behind expenses among their top three concerns, with 33% naming it their greatest economic challenge.
The Texas Department of State Health Services’ Spay and Neuter Pilot Program, which took effect on Sept. 1, 2025, allocated $13 million over the next two fiscal years.
Austin faith communities held a vigil on Wednesday at St. David’s Episcopal Church to mourn eight people who died in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody or during immigration enforcement actions this year.
Raymond Gutierrez defended his twin brother, Richard Gutierrez, following remarks by the actor’s estranged wife, Sarah Lahbati, about whether she felt the need to ask for financial assistance for their two children.
US actor James Van Der Beek, best known for starring in the television series “Dawson’s Creek,” died on Wednesday at age 48 after battling colorectal cancer.
Gilas Pilipinas coach Tim Cone said it is too early to determine the impact of Kai Sotto’s possible absence as the national team prepares for home matches against New Zealand and Australia in the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers later this month.
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) failed to serve an arrest warrant against gaming tycoon Charlie “Atong” Ang after operatives did not find him in two Cavite properties linked to his family.
Actor Paulo Avelino publicly confronted individuals he said had been taking photos and videos outside his home, raising concerns among fans about privacy and safety.