Houston’s new homeless ‘Super Hub’ branded as national model for ‘self-sufficiency’
Mayor Whitmire and federal HUD officials finalized a $314 million investment today to launch a "Super Hub" in the Second Ward, a low-barrier facility designed to transition 1,000 homeless individuals into self-sufficiency annually. The project moves away from traditional "Housing First" models by prioritizing 24/7 security and "wraparound" services, while also using $100 million of the grant to install industrial backup power for citywide storm resilience. However, the plan faces pushback from advocates like Texas Housers, who argue that "reprogramming" $41 million in disaster funds for the hub diverts critical resources away from repairing the homes of low-income seniors.
Mayor Whitmire and federal HUD officials finalized a $314 million investment today to launch a "Super Hub" in the Second Ward, a low-barrier facility designed to transition 1,000 homeless individuals into self-sufficiency annually. The project moves away from traditional "Housing First" models by prioritizing 24/7 security and "wraparound" services, while also using $100 million of the grant to install industrial backup power for citywide storm resilience. However, the plan faces pushback from advocates like Texas Housers, who argue that "reprogramming" $41 million in disaster funds for the hub diverts critical resources away from repairing the homes of low-income seniors.
New HPD immigration ‘deadline’ rule announced amid allegations of policy deviations
Houston Mayor John Whitmire and Police Chief J.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire and Police Chief J.
Houston city council discusses overtime budget issues
Houston is facing a growing budget strain as overtime spending across key departments continues to exceed expectations, according to a new analysis from City Controller Chris Hollins.
Houston is facing a growing budget strain as overtime spending across key departments continues to exceed expectations, according to a new analysis from City Controller Chris Hollins.
Houston city council considers electric scooter ban in some areas
Houston city council could possibly ban electric scooters in East Downtown, Midtown and Downtown. On Thursday, the public weighed in on the proposal. Some people want a complete ban while others want stronger regulations.
Houston city council could possibly ban electric scooters in East Downtown, Midtown and Downtown. On Thursday, the public weighed in on the proposal. Some people want a complete ban while others want stronger regulations.
Crackdown on dangerous driving on I-10 and Westheimer
Mayor John Whitmire is joining forces with law enforcement to target dangerous driving along I-10 and Westheimer. They urge drivers to mind their manners. FOX's Jade Flury has the latest.
Mayor John Whitmire is joining forces with law enforcement to target dangerous driving along I-10 and Westheimer. They urge drivers to mind their manners. FOX's Jade Flury has the latest.
Houston mayor, police union announce proposed pay increases for officers
If approved, there would be a five-year increase in officers' salaries, patrol pay, weekend pay, and more.
If approved, there would be a five-year increase in officers' salaries, patrol pay, weekend pay, and more.
Texas Governor, Houston Mayor agree state constitution need to change to hold felony court judges accountable
Governor Greg Abbott has made it one of his priority bills this legislative session.
Governor Greg Abbott has made it one of his priority bills this legislative session.
City of Houston offering retirement payout to eligible employees
Mayor John Whitmire says City of Houston employees should expect citywide restructuring and offered a one-time retirement payout option to eligible employees.
Mayor John Whitmire says City of Houston employees should expect citywide restructuring and offered a one-time retirement payout option to eligible employees.
Texas to execute convicted killer who sent death threats to John Whitmire
Richard Tabler, who was convicted of killing two men in 2004, is scheduled to be put to death in Huntsville on Thursday.
Richard Tabler, who was convicted of killing two men in 2004, is scheduled to be put to death in Huntsville on Thursday.
Houston mayor alleges Controller Chris Hollins committed 'Pay-to Play' violation
Houston Mayor John Whitmire has called out Controller Chris Hollins for unethical fundraising practices linked to the annual Investor Conference, igniting a fierce political debate.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire has called out Controller Chris Hollins for unethical fundraising practices linked to the annual Investor Conference, igniting a fierce political debate.
Houston names J. Noe Diaz and Thomas Muñoz as official police and fire chiefs
Houston City Council has officially voted on new leadership for the police and fire departments. With Mayor John Whitmire's recommendation, J. Noe Diaz has been appointed as Police Chief, and Thomas Muñoz as the Fire Chief.
Houston City Council has officially voted on new leadership for the police and fire departments. With Mayor John Whitmire's recommendation, J. Noe Diaz has been appointed as Police Chief, and Thomas Muñoz as the Fire Chief.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire endorses Kamala Harris for president
Houston Mayor John Whitmire has announced who he is endorsing in the 2024 presidential race.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire has announced who he is endorsing in the 2024 presidential race.
Houston's water bill update: From set to actual usage billing
The City of Houston is set to transition some single-family residential customers from set usage bills to actual usage water bills.
The City of Houston is set to transition some single-family residential customers from set usage bills to actual usage water bills.
Houston weather: 4 storm deaths confirmed by mayor Thursday
Houston severe storms resulted in four deaths on Thursday, Mayor John Whitmire confirms.
Houston severe storms resulted in four deaths on Thursday, Mayor John Whitmire confirms.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire proposes $3 Billion budget with no tax hike
Houston Mayor proposes a $3 billion budget with no tax increase, funding for firefighters, and audits to find city spending efficiencies.
Houston Mayor proposes a $3 billion budget with no tax increase, funding for firefighters, and audits to find city spending efficiencies.
Houston mayor unveils 2025 budget with no tax hikes, public safety prioritized
In a decisive address outlining the fiscal roadmap for Houston's 2025 budget, Mayor John Whitmire underscored challenges and strategies to navigate them.
In a decisive address outlining the fiscal roadmap for Houston's 2025 budget, Mayor John Whitmire underscored challenges and strategies to navigate them.
City of Houston proposed budget for FY '25 announced by Mayor John Whitmire
Mayor John Whitmire recently delivered a hard statement about the City of Houston's financial condition...calling the city "BROKE".
Mayor John Whitmire recently delivered a hard statement about the City of Houston's financial condition...calling the city "BROKE".
Houston's Vision Zero Plan faces scrutiny as residents question mayor's commitment
Houston's Vision Zero plan to eliminate traffic deaths faces criticism as residents question Mayor Whitmire's commitment to pedestrian safety initiatives.
Houston's Vision Zero plan to eliminate traffic deaths faces criticism as residents question Mayor Whitmire's commitment to pedestrian safety initiatives.
New Houston Acting Police Chief: Did he know about the suspended case scandal?
The Acting Chief of the Houston Police Department, Larry Satterwhite, addressed the public less than 24 hours after the retirement of former police chief Troy Finner.
The Acting Chief of the Houston Police Department, Larry Satterwhite, addressed the public less than 24 hours after the retirement of former police chief Troy Finner.
Houston Police Chief Troy Finner announces resignation, Whitmire responds
Houston Mayor response to Police Chief Finner's retirement, addressing the reasons behind it and laying out key priorities of HPD moving forward.
Houston Mayor response to Police Chief Finner's retirement, addressing the reasons behind it and laying out key priorities of HPD moving forward.