Paxton Files Motion in Federal Court to End Unlawful Biden DACA Rule

Conroe Today 2/1 8:25A

Harris County approves supplemental funding for departments months after no-new-revenue tax rate

Houston Biz Journal 2/1 6:46A Sofia Gonzalez

After Harris County Commissioners Court previously had to adopt a no-new-revenue tax rate that prevented budget increases, five county departments will now gain about $12 million total in additional funding.

What would property tax relief from the Legislature mean for Texas renters?

Houston Public Media 2/1 6:20A Sean Saldana, Texas Standard

With a historic state budget surplus of $32 billion, lawmakers have earmarked $15 billion to ease property tax bills.

University of Houston asked students to wear neon vests after police drew weapon on a Black student

Houston Public Media 2/1 6:09A Kate McGee, Texas Tribune

The university distributed vests to theater students after an officer drew a gun on a Black student rehearsing a violent scene last year. Officials walked back the requirement amid recent student criticism.

JLL lures Tyler Garrett from Transwestern to lead office agency leasing team

Houston Biz Journal 2/1 5:57A Jeff Jeffrey

Last year, Garrett was named the Houston Office Leasing Brokers Association’s Broker of the Year for 2021.

Encore Houston, Episode 193: Houston Jazz Collective – Nellie McKay

Houston Public Media 2/1 5:50A Joshua Zinn

The Houston Jazz Collective and Nellie McKay perform classics at Miller Outdoor Theatre.

Today marks 20 years since the Space Shuttle Columbia accident

Houston Public Media 2/1 4:56A Patricia Ortiz

The tragedy occurred in 2003 when seven NASA astronauts died. The accident led to reform in the organization for improved safety.

Beyoncé will return to Houston for Renaissance World Tour in September

Houston Public Media 2/1 4:45A Ariel Worthy

The singer released her seventh studio album, Renaissance, in July and this will be her first solo tour in over six years.

Things to Do: A Review of Chicago at Theatre Under the Stars

Houston Press |The Leading Independent News Source 2/1 4:41A Natalie de la Garza

With Chicago in town on its 25th anniversary tour, courtesy of Theatre Under the Stars, you can expect to be teased. As you walk to your seat in the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts, you’ll see a...

Paxton Commends SCOTX Ruling That Opens the Door for Better Educational Opportunities for Students...

Conroe Today 2/1 3:52A

The Full Menu: Houston’s best bar food

Houston Public Media 2/1 3:10A Michael Hagerty

Houston food writers discuss their favorite bars to eat at and catch a game.

District Attorney’s Office overspends on raises, then asks for $4.3 million for new hires

Houston Public Media 2/1 3:07A Andrew Schneider, Politics & Gov

Harris County commissioners voted 3-1 to provide the funding. Judge Lina Hidalgo abstained and called the request by District Attorney Kim Ogg’s office “extortion.”

5 things to know today, including a drop in toll road fees and a new microchip rule

Houston Biz Journal 2/1 2:11A Olivia Pulsinelli

In today's installment of 5 Things to Know, Harris County is reducing toll road rates for the first time ever, UH has released its inaugural Big 12 football season scheduled, a new microchip ordinance went into effect and more.

Space Shuttle Columbia disaster, 20 years later (Feb. 1, 2023)

Houston Public Media 2/1 1:00A Michael Hagerty

On Wednesday's show: We reflect on the loss of the Space Shuttle Columbia and its crew 20 years ago and discuss how the disaster changed NASA. And local food writers name their favorite places for bar food around town.

Conroe ISD to Hold First Bond Planning Committee Meeting

The Paper (Conroe) 2/1 12:39A The Editor

CONROE, TEXAS (January 31, 2023) – Conroe ISD has formed a Bond Planning Committee to evaluate the rapidly growing District’s facility and capital improvement needs in preparation for a potential 2023 bond proposal on the November 7 ballot. The...