U.S. Housing Secretary Marcia Fudge visited Houston on Tuesday to highlight the city's disaster recovery and homelessness response, sparking protests over the city's spending priorities. While Mayor John Whitmire defended plans to install power generators at city facilities, critics argue that more aid is needed for housing repairs following recent storms.
Harris County commissioners have unanimously selected Judge Genesis Draper, a respected criminal court judge and former public defender, as the next Chief Public Defender. Taking office on July 7, Draper will inherit a nationally recognized office and aims to expand its capacity to provide crucial legal defense services significantly.
Montgomery County is taking a step toward unified economic development by applying for a grant to fund a new position aimed at improving economic mobility, housing, transportation, and workforce opportunities.
Conroe will join over 100 cities across Texas this Saturday in hosting a “No Kings” protest — a grassroots demonstration opposing President Donald Trump’s military-themed parade and policies.
A federal court has permanently blocked the Texas Dream Act, a 25-year-old law that granted in-state tuition to undocumented students in Texas. The decision is sparking renewed debate over immigration, education, and access to opportunity in Texas.
As Texas explores turning treated fracking wastewater into a new water source, oil and gas companies want legal protection before scaling up efforts. A proposed bill would shield producers, treatment firms, and landowners from future liability.