Houston
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Houston organizers devise creative cooling strategies to beat the heat at 2026 FIFA World Cup
Houston organizers have devised several ways of keeping people cool during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here’s how they’re planning to do that.
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What $1,200 rent gets you in Houston right now
Houston’s rental market has stabilized, and prices have even dropped. Here’s what you can expect to get for $1,200 a month in one of America’s most affordable big cities.
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The MFAH brings three giants of 20th-century art together in one exhibition
Artworks from Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, and Paul Klee are on display at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Here’s what to know.
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Campaign cash loophole: council members fear Houston’s proposed law change
A 2022 Supreme Court ruling found caps on campaign‑finance loan repayments unconstitutional, but Houston still has an older local ordinance that conflicts with that ruling.
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13 bar and restaurant patios worth a perch in Houston
Fresh air, Tex-Mex, and room for the kids and dog: These are Houston’s best outdoor patios for eating, drinking, and soaking up the good life.
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Houston ISD’s Future 2 plan sparks major pushback
Future 2 model is raising big questions about AI‑driven lessons to curriculum transparency and concerns about disinvestment in neighborhood schools.
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Houstonians could soon pay $5 a month for trash pickup under new budget proposal
A proposed $5 monthly trash pickup fee is part of City Hall’s annual budget proposal. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Civil rights organization pushes to rename César Chávez Street to Maria Jimenez
LULAC Council 60 is pushing for the City of Houston to rename César Chávez Street in honor of Houston social justice champion Maria Jimenez.
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‘An abomination’: Menefee and Green address state takeover of Houston’s schools
During a TX‑18 candidate debate on Monday night at Texas Southern University, Rep. Christian Menefee and Rep. Al Green shared sharp critiques of the TEA takeover of HISD.
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Affordability, safety, and the future: UH students speak out before midterms
Students spoke with Courier Texas about the major concerns they’re carrying into the upcoming midterm elections.
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Robert’s Lafitte rallies community to save a piece of LGBTQIA+ history
Robert’s Lafitte is the oldest gay bar in Texas and it’s on the verge of closing down. Here’s how you can help.
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Rep. tours ICE detention facility — calls conditions ‘horrific’
US Rep. Christian Menefee is calling for the Dilley Detention Center near San Antonio, Texas, to be shut down.
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‘I know what you’re doing’: testy exchange in Houston City Hall over proposed budget
Council Member Edward Pollard pressed the mayor on the purpose of the proposed $5 monthly garbage fee.
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Houston Mayor John Whitmire proposes FY 2027 Budget amid $174M shortfall, adds new garbage fee
The proposed budget includes a new $5 monthly solid waste fee, funding for public safety and drainage improvements, and efficiency savings without layoffs.
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9 cheap & fun ways to spend Memorial Day in Houston
From free outdoor concerts to budget-friendly picnics, here’s how to make the most of Memorial Day weekend in Houston without breaking the bank.
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Democratic Congressmen Christian Menefee and Al Green go head to head in TX‑18 debate
They faced off on issues ranging from the economy to immigration enforcement to the political climate in Washington.
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Houston’s $174M deficit: Controller warns mayor’s plan risks city’s finances.
Mayor John Whitmire’s $7 billion budget plan includes moving the city’s $100 million solid waste budget to a fee‑based model to help offset rising police and fire overtime costs.
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Could Houstonians soon pay a $5 trash fee as council members consider the proposal
City leaders say fee could help the city chip away at its $174 million budget deficit.
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Flooding takes center stage as Harris County judge candidates discuss infrastructure & transparency.
Democrats Letitia Plummer and Annise Parker outlined how they would address flooding in low lying southside neighborhoods.
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Harris County Judge candidates outline their approach to rebuilding the public’s trust in the role
Democrats regroup after Lina Hidalgo’s sometimes-rocky tenure.
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Controller: Whitmire hid $73M fire department overages from city council
As Houston continues to face a reported $174 million budget shortfall, new financial gaps are adding to the strain.
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Houston, we have a lovebug problem — and it’s only getting worse
Lovebugs, otherwise known as honeymoon flies, are descending on Houston in swarms. Here’s what you need to know about them.
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Rep. Christian Menefee warns AI data center growth could impact Fort Bend County
US Representative Christian D. Menefee told attendees that rapid growth in AI data centers across Texas could soon reach Fort Bend.
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La Cancha Social Club brings Latin flair to Houston’s sports bar scene
La Cancha Social Club is opening at 820 Holman St. in Houston. Here’s everything you need to know about the sports bar/nightclub.
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Houston council revises immigration ordinance after state funding threat
Houston City Council voted 13–4 to amend its immigration ordinance after the state threatened to withdraw a $110M public‑safety grant. The debate included concerns about constitutional protections, funding, and whether the new language reflects local or state priorities.
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Alejandra Salinas presses John Whitmire over grant records in tense exchange
A tense exchange as Council Member Alejandra Salinas presses Houston Mayor John Whitmire for a full list of grants, certifications, and payout details ahead of Thursday’s ICE ordinance re-vote. Her request for transparency remains front and center.
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Voters head to polls in Texas Senate District 4 special election
Early voting is now underway for Texas Senate District 4. Voters will choose between Democrat Ron Angeletti and Republican Brett Ligon to fill the vacant seat. The district stretches from Conroe to Beaumont/Port Arthur and down to Texas City. Early voting runs through April 26, and Election Day is May 2.
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Harris County leads nation in Black maternal mortality
This week, Commissioner Lesley Briones is spotlighting Harris County’s Black maternal health crisis, noting the county leads the nation in Black maternal mortality. The crisis is being worsened by federal and state policy decisions, including cuts to Medicaid funding, as the county works to expand access to care through its Maternal and Child Health Program.
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James Dixon urges collaboration as Houston revisits Proposition A
NAACP Houston President James Dixon addressed City Council as members prepare to revisit Proposition A. He acknowledged city leaders for their earlier support while urging caution during what he described as a challenging political moment. Dixon emphasized protecting civil liberties and constitutional rights, noting the city’s reliance on $110 million in public‑safety funding. He called…
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Protesters rally at City Hall over immigration policy, funding dispute
Dozens gathered at City Hall to protest Senate Bill 4, the state law requiring local police to cooperate with federal immigration authorities. Demonstrators urged city officials to protect local control after Governor Abbott withdrew a $110 million public‑safety grant from the city. Speakers highlighted the potential impact on immigrant communities and those who feel unable…
