City of Houston
As Heat Wave Continues, Houston’s Emergency Vehicles Are Under Scrutiny For AC Problems
Posted on · It’s the latest fallout between the union and the mayor in a long-running dispute over firefighter salaries and working conditions.
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City of Houston
After El Paso Shooting, Houston Plans to Boost Police Presence
Posted on · Mayor Sylvester Turner is allocating an additional $1.5 million for public safety.
Local
Mediation Fails In Negotiation Over Houston Firefighter Pay Raises
Posted on · It’s the latest round in the ongoing legal battle.
Local
New Fifth Ward Juvenile Justice Program Aims To Keep Students Out Of Jail
Posted on · The Center for Urban Transformation is launching the program to help students who commit crimes on their school’s campus.
Local
4 Houston FBI Agents Honored For Harvey Rescue Work
Posted on · Special Agents David Ko, Jack Walker, Michael Walker and Justin Widup received the Law Enforcement Congressional Badge of Bravery.
Politics
Houston’s Selection To Host Dem Debate Suggests Texas May Be In Play In 2020, Turner Says
Posted on · Mayor Sylvester Turner spoke at Texas Southern University, shortly after the DNC named the university as the host venue for its third round of presidential debates.
City of Houston
Centerpoint Energy Requests Rate Increase For Houston Customers
Posted on · Electric bills could go up soon in Houston.
News
‘Secrecy Provision’ Prevented Public Input On Houston’s $2 Billion Deal To Fix Sewers
Posted on · Councilmember Dwight Boykins told News 88.7 he plans to delay the vote for one week, so advocates have an opportunity to view the agreement.
Politics
Here’s The Latest List Of Potential Candidates Running For Houston Mayor And City Council
Posted on · Candidates have until August 19 to file for a place on the ballot.
News
Houston City Council Passes $5.1 Billion Budget For 2020
Posted on · Mayor Sylvester Turner said the plan doesn’t include layoffs.
News
Mayoral Candidate Bill King Unveils Ethics Reform Plan
Posted on · The seven-point proposal would restrict campaign donations.
City of Houston
Mayor Turner Touts Houston’s Economic Health In State Of The City Message
Posted on · Mayor Sylvester Turner pointed to regular balanced budgets, low unemployment and a 50% drop in unfunded pension liabilities since he took office.
Transportation
Houston Cyclists Appeal For Safer Streets At The Annual “Ride Of Silence”
Posted on · The ride was dedicated in memory of a young man killed in a recent crash in the Heights.
News
Judge: Prop B Is ‘Unconstitutional And Void In Its Entirety’
Posted on · The firefighters union plans to appeal the ruling. Mayor Sylvester Turner says layoffs or demotions in the Fire Department won't be necessary now.
Arts & Culture
7 Houston Landmarks Earn United Nations Historical Designation
Posted on · Emancipation Park, the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, and others have been named UNESCO Slave Route Project sites.