This year, 22 bodies have been recovered from Houston bayous. While causes of death remain mostly pending, city leaders are addressing community concerns and urging caution around waterways.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott introduces a Violent Crimes Task Force in Houston. This multi-agency effort aims to combat violent crime by targeting repeat offenders. The initiative unites Texas DPS, HCSO, local law enforcement, and Crime Stoppers to improve safety. The objective is to make Houston a safer city.
The Houston Food Bank is gearing up to face increased demand amid the ongoing federal government shutdown. As SNAP benefits and federal employees face uncertainty, the organization calls for community volunteers to help meet potential challenges.
Houston officials held a community meeting after six bodies were discovered in local bayous, addressing residents’ concerns and discussing safety solutions.
Houston struggles with delayed trash collection due to aging garbage trucks and staffing shortages. The city plans to improve operations with new trucks and initiatives aimed to decrease delays, bringing relief to residents by November.
Texas Tech Chancellor restricts discussions on transgender and nonbinary identities at five universities, following a new state law. The directive sparks debate over academic freedom and state regulation in education.
The Mexican consulate’s legal team aids in locating missing detainees amid continued immigration raids. Their efforts focus on ensuring legal support for detainees and maintaining communication with families amid intensified ICE operations.
Robert Roberson faces execution on October 16, 2025, in Texas. His legal team seeks a new trial, citing outdated evidence and an autism diagnosis.
Texas State University reinstates Professor Thomas Alter following a court ruling amid legal challenges regarding his firing over remarks at a socialist conference.
The Texas State Board of Education has approved a new social studies plan emphasizing Texas and U.S. history. The curriculum shift, effective in the 2024-2025 school year, de-emphasizes world history and focuses on key historical events significant to Texas and the United States.