Houston City Council is expected to vote on renaming Cesar Chavez Boulevard weeks after sexual abuse allegations against the late labor leader prompted a public reckoning over his legacy.
U.S. Rep. Christian Menefee beat U.S. Rep. Al Green Tuesday in the Democratic primary for Texas' 18th Congressional District. See how the candidates' support broke down by voting precinct.
Houston City Council approved renaming Cesar Chavez Boulevard after Master Sgt. Joe E. Ramirez following weeks of public input from East End residents.
Mayor John Whitmire’s proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year no longer includes funding specifically set aside to combat illegal dumping — a change that frustrates some residents.
City officials argue subsidizing private trash pickup is cheaper than extending city service to those homes, particularly as the solid waste department struggles to provide reliable service.
Houston's recycling problem is significant — only about 18% of its waste is recycled, according to city estimates, compared to a statewide recycling rate of 23%, and a national rate of 32%.
Controller Chris Hollins is investigating a senior advisor to Mayor John Whitmire after a Chronicle investigation found he rarely appeared at City Hall while collecting a six-figure salary.
Houston City Council approved an $18 billion capital projects plan Wednesday that only modestly increases spending on solid waste facilities and equipment despite a new $5 monthly trash fee.
Two years after the storms, the Houston City Council has approved a federally funded program that could provide up to $100K for repairing homes and up to $300K for rebuilding.
The measures would thrust Houston into the center of Texas' ongoing fight over marijuana enforcement and police tactics. City Council may vote Wednesday to place the item on the ballot.
