'I don't believe he acted on his own:' Houston City Councilman reacts after Mayor's aide is federally charged
Did William-Paul Thomas act alone regarding claims that he accepted money and used his position in the Mayor's office to help with business permits during the COVID shutdown?
Former senior aide to Houston mayor pleads guilty to federal charges
Long-time Houston City Council Liaison William-Paul Thomas pleaded guilty to federal bribery charges
Houston mayor fires back against allegations of environmental racism
There was serious pushback against Justice Department allegations the City of Houston has committed environmental racism, with much of it coming from Mayor Sylvester Turner.
As Houston redraws political boundaries, Latinos demand more representation
The principal argument is this as the face of Houston becomes more and more Latino, the leadership of use remains much the same.
'Absolutely no lighting,' residents in Houston's district F asking for increased safety measures
Saving the streets of Houston may be as easy as turning on a few lights. However, getting that to actually happen could come at the expense of residents.
Houston city council approves $5.7 billion budget without firefighter hazard pay
Collectively, through dozens of amendments, council members sought to spend millions of additional dollars on everything from flood control studies to new chairs at City Hall. However, the mayor said 'no,' and no member of this council has the political support to challenge him.
Houston bars, restaurants could be fined thousands for playing loud music near homes
New changes include increasing the maximum fine for violation from $1,000 to $2,000 and requiring a new permit for nightclubs, bars, and restaurants within 300 feet of a home after a certain time on weekdays and weekends.
Houston considering surveillance camera ordinance for bars, restaurants to fight crime
Bars and convenience stores could soon be required by the city of Houston to install surveillance cameras and proper lighting outside their business.
10 Houston City Council members making history during Women's History Month
Houston has never had 10 female city council members before now. 10 of the 17 Houston City Council Members are women.
Make money renting out your home swimming pool or storage space
If you're looking to make extra money, you may not have to look further than your own home.
Houston city leaders approve $30 million in pandemic aid for residents
Houston's City Council approved $30 million in emergency pandemic aid for households with the greatest need.
