Politics 101
Will March For Our Lives Influence Politicians–Particularly In Texas– And Why That Census Question Is Bad News For Our Economy
Posted on · Plus BONUS: What will settle the "Bean War" with Chicago? The next World Series
Category: City of Houston
Transportation
Transportation Planners Hear The Concerns Of People Recovering From Harvey
Posted on · The Houston-Galveston Area Council is gathering public input on its long-range transportation plan, but some people say their needs are more immediate. Neighbors spoke about those concerns at a meeting in northeast Houston.
City of Houston
In-Depth: Can Houston Apply New York’s Big Thinking On Flood Projects?
Posted on · As Houston recovers from Hurricane Harvey’s floodwaters, architects in New York City are reimagining resilient design.
News
Janitors For GRB And Other Houston Venues Will Earn $12/Hour By 2021 With New Contract
Posted on · SEIU Texas represents the workers, whose new collective bargaining agreement also includes up to two paid days in case of a natural disaster
City of Houston
UPDATE: Drug Overdose Was Cause Of Death For Houston Councilman Larry Green, He ‘Served Honorably’ Mayor Turner Says
Posted on · Green died unexpectedly on March 6
News
George Springer And World Series Champion Astros Top Texas 4-1 In Opener
Posted on · George Springer hit a leadoff home run at opening day for the second year in a row
News
Doctors Without Borders Brings To Houston Exhibit On Global Refugee Crisis
Posted on · ‘Forced From Home’ presents virtual reality documentaries and testimonies from people that work with the organization
City of Houston
Harvey-Related Dredging Of Houston Ship Channel Almost Done
Posted on · The 52-mile channel should be back to its full depth in a month or two
Texas
Hispanic Superintendents In Texas Lags Student Population
Posted on · An analysis shows Greater Houston lags far behind other Texas metropolitan areas when it comes to hiring Latino leaders
News
UPDATE: HPD Says Shooting That Killed 8 Year-Old Boy Is Gang Related
Posted on · Mayor Turner and Chief Acevedo ask again for help from the public with the investigation
Weather
UPDATE: Flood Warning Is Still In Effect For The West Fork Of San Jacinto River
Posted on · Conditions will peak this evening and will remain flooded through Friday afternoon
City of Houston
A Decade After Ike, Houston Still Hasn’t Spent Tens Of Millions It Got To Build Affordable Housing
Posted on · When the Houston Housing Authority tried to build in low-income neighborhoods, housing advocates and the feds blocked the projects. When they turned to wealthier areas, neighbors and politicians shot them down. Will anything change once federal money starts to flow after Hurricane Harvey?
inDepth
In-Depth: Northeast Houston Harvey Victim Finally Nears The End Of A Long Recovery
Posted on · Homeowner and disabled vet James Hert has won the fight with FEMA over disaster assistance for his home near Greens Bayou
News
Nonprofit Works To Help Struggling Families With A Basic Childcare Need
Posted on · They’re calling it the “diaper gap.” Groups are now stepping up to make sure babies stay dry and healthy.
Education News
Houston Mayor Says He’s Been Asked To Get ‘Very, Very Involved’ With HISD’s Struggling Schools
Posted on · "I’m deciding to what degree and to how far I’m willing to get involved in the day-to-day operation of any of the schools," Turner said