COMMISSIONER GARCIA: ‘NO’ to proposed tax increase
OPINION By HC Pct. 2 Commissioner ADRIAN GARCIA In a recent media interview, Commissioner Garcia expressed opposition to Judge Hidalgo’s Proposal for a 1 cent tax increase to …
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Democrats leave state to block GOP redistricting vote
From The Texas Press Association Texas Democrats left the state Sunday in hopes of derailing a mid-decade redistricting plan. State Rep. Gene Wu, D-Houston, announced the Democrats had …
Battleship Texas finds permanent home at Galveston’s Pier 15
From community reports GALVESTON, Texas — The historic Battleship Texas now has an official home in Galveston after a lease agreement was signed today for Pier 15, with …
Community leaders unite to empower youth at symposium
By David Taylor / Managing Editor In a groundbreaking effort to address the challenges faced by the youth in the community, local leaders, educators, and service providers gathered at …
Redistricting hearing in Houston draws Democrats’ ire
By Colleen Deguzman / Texas Tribune The Texas House’s redistricting committee visited Houston on Saturday to hear out local residents’ concerns on the state Legislature’s plans to consider …
Garcia Delivers ‘State of the Precinct 2’
From community reports Harris County, TX — Thursday, July 17th, in a fireside chat, Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia declared, “The State of Precinct 2 is stronger than …
Air Alliance unveils updated air quality dashboard
By David Taylor / Managing Editor In a significant stride towards enhancing air quality monitoring in Houston, Air Alliance has launched an updated version of its air quality dashboard …
School district start dates and calendars for 2025-2026
From community reports Here’s the list of start dates for school districts around the eastside of Harris county. Also, the approved school calendars are below and can be …
Aldine ISD New Campus Principal Appointments
From community reports Several campuses will begin the school year with new principals, including: -Dr. Kanisha Wiley, from Principal at Aldine Ninth Grade School to Principal at Aldine …