Harris County will spend $3 million to hire 150 detention officers and 25 deputies, addressing mandatory overtime and reducing inmate outsourcing. This …
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Houston officials reveal plans for a major expansion of the George R. Brown Convention Center, including a new pedestrian plaza and the …
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Houston launches a massive expansion project for the George R. Brown Convention Center, enhancing the downtown area with new state-of-the-art facilities, a …
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Houston-area officials push for measles vaccinations amid West Texas outbreak
by LAWIN.newsby LAWIN.newsHouston officials, including Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo and Mayor John Whitmire, have urged residents to get vaccinated against measles as a …
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Sylvester Turner, 70, dies—remembered as Houston’s longtime mayor and congressman
by LAWIN.newsby LAWIN.newsHouston mourns the loss of Sylvester Turner, respected former mayor and congressman, who has died at age 70. His recent victory in …
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Houston’s animal euthanasia rate at risk of rising after BARC policy shift
by LAWIN.newsby LAWIN.newsFollowing recent policy changes at BARC shelter, Houston’s euthanasia rate for animals might increase. The city plans to reduce the holding period …
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New Texas voucher bills focus on low-income families while welcoming all students
by LAWIN.newsby LAWIN.newsTexas lawmakers propose school voucher bills prioritizing low-income families, advocating for inclusivity among all students. The measures face criticism for not mandating …
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Texas aid group initiates lawsuit against the Trump administration over a $36 million funding freeze affecting refugee programs. The case, filed in …
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Burlington expands its Houston presence by adding a new location at the Shops at Stone Park, continuing its strategic growth through acquiring …
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The Texas Senate has passed Senate Bill 26, a school funding proposal focused on raising teacher salaries, especially for those with three …