Energy & Environment
Judge Drops Arkema CEO From Criminal Case Stemming From Chemical Fire During Harvey
Posted on · The company and its former Crosby plant manager still face charges for reckless emission of air pollutants.
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Energy & Environment
After 6-Month Pause, Arkema Criminal Trial Resumes At NRG
Posted on · The trial stems from a fire that erupted at a Crosby chemical plant during Hurricane Harvey in 2017. Its outcome could have implications for how industry is held responsible for preparing for natural disasters.
Energy & Environment
Opening Statements Conclude In Arkema Criminal Trial
Posted on · Witnesses will take the stand this week in the criminal trial that centers around fires that broke out a Crosby chemical plant during Hurricane Harvey.
Transportation
New Bus Routes Will Serve Harris County Residents Still Recovering From Hurricane Harvey
Posted on · Transit officials say the routes will also benefit people in east Harris County who lost vehicles in Imelda.
Top Stories
Bill To Limit Use Of Chemicals In Firefighting Foams, Local Effects Of A Trade War With China, Coach For Houston’s New Pro Football Team, And More
Posted on · These are some of the stories Houston Public Media is covering.
News
President Trump Visits Texas To Talk Immigration And Loosen Oil Regulations
Posted on · The president announces executive orders to boost the energy sector and attends two fundraisers.
Energy & Environment
Third Arkema Official Indicted In Connection With Harvey-Related Disaster
Posted on · Harris County DA Kim Ogg charged Arkema VP Mike Keough with reckless assault for allegedly providing false information about the 2017 fire and chemical release at the company’s Crosby plant.
News
Harris County Sues KMCO Over Fire At Crosby Facility
Posted on · The lawsuit alleges KMCO violated the Texas Clean Air Act, as well as the state’s Solid Waste Disposal Act and Water Code.
Houston Matters
Full Show: KMCO’s Legal History, And Predictions For Hurricane Season (April 3, 2019)
Posted on · On Wednesday's Houston Matters: In the wake of the deadly fire at a KMCO plant in Crosby we learn about the company's legal history. We get predictions for the upcoming hurricane season. Our experts discuss the latest political stories. Local food writers share their favorite places for Tex-Mex. And a Houston startup sends personalized stories through the mail.
News
UPDATE: Fire Extinguished At Crosby Chemical Facility Leaving One Dead, Two Critically Injured
Posted on · The Harris County Fire Marshal's Office is investigating what caused the fire. KMCO says isobutylene caused the initial ignition and the fire was further fueled by ethanol and ethyl acrylate.
Houston Matters
Expert Says Chemical Industry Closely Following Upcoming Arkema Trial
Posted on · Tracy Hester, an environmental law expert at UH's Law Center, calls it "a bellwether case"
News
Harris County Sues The Arkema Chemical Plant In Crosby
Posted on · In a lawsuit filed Thursday, the Harris County Attorney's Office says Arkema Inc.'s facility in Crosby violated Texas environmental laws by releasing toxic chemicals during flooding and fires, sickening responders and residents
News
Harris County Will Sue Arkema For Chemical Fires At Crosby Plant During Harvey
Posted on · A County official says the company "should have been more proactive" in the handling of the incident.
Hurricane Harvey
Homeowners Join Lawsuit Against Crosby Chemical Plant That Burned After Hurricane Harvey
Posted on · Eleven additional plaintiffs and a new defendant have been added to a lawsuit against the company whose manufacturing plant experienced a series of chemical fires as a result of floodwaters from Hurricane Harvey.
News
UPDATE: Some Evacuation Orders Lifted, Texas Congressional Delegation Volunteers at NRG
Posted on · Congress could pass the first relief package for those hurt by Hurricane Harvey before the week is out.