A memorial service for George Foreman will occur in Houston on Monday. With limited in-person tickets, the event will be live-streamed by Houston Municipal Television on their website and Facebook.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Dallas ISD reach an agreement ensuring compliance with state laws prohibiting transgender teens from participating in girls’ sports. The agreement affirms adherence to the Save Women’s Sports Act.
The Texas House has approved a $337 billion budget for the 2026-2027 biennium following extensive deliberations. The budget allocates substantial funding to education, border security, and infrastructure improvements, marking a critical phase in state financial planning. It now heads to a conference committee for further refinement before final implementation.
Over 700 Houston city employees are retiring after accepting buyouts, saving the city millions annually. The move aims to ease a projected $330 million budget shortfall for the upcoming fiscal year, as city officials plan departmental restructuring amid significant financial challenges.
Three Afghan girls attacked at Houston’s Paul Revere Middle School, prompting hospitalization and investigations. Advocates call for justice amid racial and religious concerns.
Houston authorities seek the driver of an 18-wheeler involved in a severe highway incident that left a couple counting their blessings after their vehicle was dragged and flipped. The search continues with appeals for dash cam footage from witnesses to identify the responsible party.
Texas health officials expand measles outbreak areas after a second unvaccinated child dies. Five more counties added. Vaccination urged for young children.
Daryl Blackburn, a former Harris County election worker, ordered to pay $20,000 in restitution for alleged tampering with election records during the 2022 general election. Investigation led by then-District Attorney Kim Ogg and the Texas Rangers highlights the importance of transparency in election processes.
The 11th Street bike lanes in Houston Heights spark division among residents and businesses, with Mayor Whitmire criticizing the $2.3 million project. Recent removals of bike infrastructure in Houston intensify the debate, highlighting challenges in urban planning and transportation safety.
Chevron is set to lay off 600 employees amid its headquarters relocation from California to Houston. This strategic shift aligns with cost-reduction goals and industry trends, supporting Chevron’s long-term growth and competitiveness as it finalizes a major acquisition.