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Two members of the U.S. Congress from the Houston area, Congressman Al Green and Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia, expressed disappointment with the response they received from the United States Postal Service (USPS) regarding their concerns about accountability and transparency. After receiving numerous complaints from constituents about packages or letters being stuck in processing facilities or going missing altogether, Green and Garcia …

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton reached an agreement in Harris County on Tuesday morning to resolve some of his longstanding legal issues. Paxton had been indicted on felony securities fraud charges in July 2015, stemming from allegations related to promoting a tech startup’s stock without disclosing payments received. Under the terms of the agreement, Paxton will enter a pre-trial intervention …

It has obtained details regarding the financial implications of Houston’s proposed agreement with the city’s firefighters, shedding light on the potential cost to taxpayers. City Controller Chris Hollins revealed that the city was already facing a structural deficit ranging from $160 to $200 million prior to the settlement. This indicates that expenses surpass revenue by hundreds of millions annually. Hollins …

A judge has dismissed two murder indictments against the former Houston police officer implicated in the botched Harding Street raid of 2019. Judge Veronica Nelson issued the ruling on Tuesday following arguments from Gerald Goines’ attorney, Nicole DeBorde, who contended that the indictments were inadequately written. Prosecutors allege that Goines fabricated information about drug activity to secure a no-knock warrant, …

A video capturing a bar altercation allegedly involving former NFL quarterback Vince Young has circulated on social media, reportedly taking place at Tokyo Joe’s in the Heights early in February, according to TMZ. In the footage, Young appears to be knocked out by a punch to the face. The Houston Police Department stated that bar staff members were part of …

As delves deeper into the tragic drowning of an 8-year-old in a hotel pool, attention is turning to pool safety measures and what homeowners can do to enhance security at home. Local pool experts stress the importance of remaining vigilant, recognizing the myriad potential risks associated with pool ownership. Sheila Bezdek, owner of Sweetwater Pool company with over 30 years …

Investigating the safety measures implemented by Port Houston to prevent incidents similar to the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge over their ship channel. As the fifth largest port in the nation, Port Houston plays a pivotal role in handling 73% of containerships in the Gulf of Mexico and driving Houston’s economy. However, experts caution that certain events leading …

As the University of Houston’s men’s basketball team advances to the Final Four, a notable alumnus, John Whitmire, who graduated from both UH and its Law School, made a significant political move by running for city hall, thereby opening up a Texas Senate seat that has remained uncontested for decades. Whitmire’s political journey began as a student when he was …

Houston, Texas is facing dire financial challenges, as highlighted by Mayor John Whitmire’s recent statement during a city council meeting: “Houston is broke.” City Controller Chris Hollins echoed this sentiment, noting that Houston is spending between $150 million and $200 million more annually than it’s generating in revenue. To address the shortfall, Houstonians will inevitably face increased financial burdens. For …

In Houston, Texas, a 59-year-old woman is fighting for her life in the hospital after being stabbed in her garage, allegedly by a pre-teen, according to her brother, as of Monday. The 12-year-old boy has been charged with aggravated assault and is currently held at the Harris County Juvenile Detention Center. The victim, identified as Susan Chong by her family, …