Houston – Post Lists
Texas Rep. Jolanda Jones shares her health story on ACA anniversary
| March 26, 2026
State Rep. Jolanda Jones, a Houston Democrat, reflects on the ACA’s 16th anniversary, recalling how a medical emergency once wiped out her savings before the law existed.
At the core of her message: affordable health care is essential for every community.
Travelers face hourslong wait times at Houston Bush Airport as shutdown affects TSA
| March 26, 2026
Long lines are stretching through Bush Airport as TSA staffing drops during the shutdown. Airport officials say on a normal day, 37 TSA checkpoints are open, but only a fraction are running.
Houston council member outlines 3-part ordinance to limit HPD ICE calls, increase transparency
| March 25, 2026
Council Member Alejandra Salinas, joined by Council Member Abbie Kamin and community leaders, proposed an ordinance stating that HPD would not be required to call ICE for administrative immigration warrants. It would require routine traffic stops to end once their lawful purpose ends and mandate regular reports on how often HPD asks about immigration status or contacts federal immigration authorities.
That meteor you saw? Part of it might be sitting in a field near Houston right now
| March 24, 2026
A meteor streaked across the Texas sky this weekend. Here’s where you can look for meteorites in its wake.
Harris County adopts first-ever worker consultation policy
| March 23, 2026
Harris County has approved a historic consultation policy that gives nearly 20,000 workers a real voice in shaping workplace policies.
The plan creates structured dialogue between employees and leadership, with a consultation agent, a joint consultation team, regular policy review meetings, support in grievance processes, and a clear path for employee centered recommendations to Commissioners Court.
US Rep. Christian Menefee condemns ICE funding amid partial shutdown
| March 23, 2026
During the Harris County Democratic conference, US Rep. Christian Menefee reflected on the urgent need to fund essential services, the harm caused by underinvestment in agencies like TSA and FEMA, while continuing to support ICE.
Commissioners Court pushes for Judge Lina Hidalgo’s resignation
| March 23, 2026
At Harris County Commissioners Court, Commissioner Tom Ramsey is calling for Judge Lina Hidalgo to resign amid recent controversy at the Houston Rodeo. He says with hurricane season and the FIFA World Cup ahead, the county needs stronger leadership. Commissioners also honored the Houston Rodeo with a resolution for its community work.
Houston Council Members propose ordinance limiting HPD’s role in administrative ICE Warrants
| March 20, 2026
The proposal challenges current HPD procedures as city leaders debate how officers should handle administrative ICE warrants. Council Member Alejandra Salinas, joined by Council Member Abbie Kamin and several community leaders, introduced an ordinance that would clarify how Houston police handle administrative immigration warrants and limit when local officers would contact federal immigration authorities. The […]
UH students protest board of regents’ $13 million investment tied to Israel defense
| March 17, 2026
UH students gathered on campus to oppose the board of regents’ $13 million investment in companies supplying weapons to Israel. Protestors say the university’s money should not support firms connected to the conflict, but instead go towards student safety and education.
Iran conflict sends oil over $100, and Houston drivers feel it at the pump
| March 17, 2026
Oil has surged past $100 as tensions with Iran continue to rise. The jump is already shaking global energy markets. Drivers across the country are feeling the pain at the pump.