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State Lawmaker Wants To Change The Way Uber Is Regulated

Gail Delaughter

Posted on November 17, 2016 · With Super Bowl just a couple of months away, Houston city officials have reached an agreement with Uber on how its drivers should be licensed. But some lawmakers say the state should regulate those companies --- not local government.

Tags houston Mayor Sylvester Turner rideshare Senator Charles Schwertner uber

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Top State Senator Threatens Bill To Override Local Rules On Uber, Lyft

Andrew Schneider, Politics & Government Reporter

Posted on May 9, 2016 · Texas Senator Charles Schwertner announced plans to file the bill after Austin voters upheld a city ordinance requiring the fingerprinting of drivers with the ridesharing services. If passed, the bill would nullify a similar rule in Houston.

Tags local bans lyft rideshare Senator Charles Schwertner transportation uber

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Man who killed teen in Houston road rage incident after Astros game gets 30-year sentence

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Posted on January 17, 2023 · Police said Gerald Williams, 35, followed the Castro family for several miles on Interstate 10 before shooting at their truck shortly after both vehicles exited the freeway.

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In his last year as Houston mayor, Turner announces 2023 project plans for the city

Ashley Brown

Posted on January 4, 2023 · From affordable housing to public safety, parks, and street infrastructure, Turner said he's making it a priority to finish what he started. 

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North Texas soccer fans look ahead to 2026 World Cup

Pablo Arauz Peña, KERA

Posted on December 14, 2022 · As fans gear up for the World Cup’s final stretch this week, many North Texans are looking forward to the next tournament. Preparations are already underway at AT&T Stadium for the 2026 World Cup.

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An election probe heightens the tension between Texas leaders and the Houston area

Ashley Lopez, WGCU

Posted on December 8, 2022 · After a series of issues in Democratic-leaning Harris County on Election Day, Republican state leaders in Texas have suggested criminal charges may be warranted.

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