Politics
Fort Bend ISD school board candidate faces criticism over inflammatory tweets
Posted on · David Hamilton, a self-identified conservative, has accused Democrats of trying to sexualize Kindergarteners.
Tag: Fort Bend County
Houston Matters
Two Years into the pandemic, and Fort Bend County Judge KP George (March 15, 2022)
Posted on · On Tuesday's show: We reflect on where things stand two years after the COVID-19 pandemic began in earnest in Greater Houston, and Fort Bend County Judge KP George discusses issues affecting his county and answers your questions.
Weather
Here are the Houston-area warming centers open as temperatures drop Friday evening
Posted on · Here's a list of some warming centers opening in Greater Houston as the temperatures drop again Friday night
Criminal Justice
Fort Bend County unveils new body cameras for county law enforcement
Posted on · Fort Bend County is set to receive a total of 658 body cameras.
Houston Matters
Colleges look to contain COVID as classes resume (Jan. 11, 2022)
Posted on · On Tuesday's show: How local colleges and universities are dealing with the omicron surge, and a conversation with Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee about a new hiring policy and several lawsuits the county is involved in.
THE CORONAVIRUS IN GREATER HOUSTON
Fort Bend County Judge KP George tests positive for COVID-19
Posted on · The judge got tested after his daughter began showing symptoms related to COVID-19.
Education News
Fort Bend ISD is closing its virtual learning program as COVID-19 cases dwindle across the district
Posted on · The program will close on December 17 -- the final day of the fall semester.
Politics
Republicans solidify control over Texas’ 22nd Congressional District in Fort Bend County with redrawn map
Posted on · Asian-Americans make up a substantial portion of the county’s population, but the new congressional map cracked the community to reduce its voting power.
Politics
Fort Bend County extends redistricting process after activists push for more community input
Posted on · Initially, Commissioners Court was scheduled to hold a public hearing and vote over proposed precinct maps next week, but the meeting has been pushed back.
Education
Fort Bend ISD Names Sole Finalist For Superintendent Role
Posted on · The board selected Christie Whitbeck, who is currently the head of Bryan ISD, for the role. She previously served as Fort Bend ISD's deputy superintendent.
Politics
Houston-Area U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls Tests Positive For COVID-19
Posted on · The Republican congressman and former Fort Bend County sheriff, who is fully vaccinated, announced Saturday he'd tested positive for COVID-19.
Politics
Judge In Fort Bend County Issues Restraining Order Against Gov. Abbott’s Mask, Vaccine Mandate Ban
Posted on · Fort Bend County Judge KP George also raised the county's COVID-19 threat level from "orange" to "red."
Houston Matters
Fort Bend County Judge KP George On The COVID Threat (Aug. 4, 2021)
Posted on · On Wednesday's show: The COVID-19 situation in Fort Bend County, the week in politics, a preview of Houston Restaurant Weeks, and a conversation with blues musician The Reverend Shawn Amos.
The Coronavirus In Greater Houston
Fort Bend County Raises COVID-19 Threat Level Due To Spread Of Delta Variant
Posted on · The threat level will increase from "yellow," or moderate risk, to "orange," indicating a significant risk of exposure to the virus in Fort Bend County.
Politics
Local Leaders Applaud Democratic Walkout Over Bill Targeting Harris County Style Voting Laws
Posted on · After House Democrats staged a second walkout to stop the bills from passing, Houston-area leaders are praising the move to stop laws they say infringe on their constituents' rights.