Houston city controller suggests ways to manage budget deficit
Houston City Controller Chris Hollins urges more revenue solutions beyond trash toll to tackle Houston's $160 million deficit and firefighter pay commitments.
Mexico sues U.S. gun makers - What's Your Point?
Mexico is now seeking billions of dollars of relief in "our" courts for an American export they claim has destabilized their nation. Lawyers for the Mexican government claim firearms are easily obtained from American dealers and manufacturers - giving criminal cartels equal or superior firepower than the police and military opposing them.
Supreme Court hears argument on abortion pill - What's Your Point?
Recent decisions by the FDA to relax safety regulations on mifepristone, a key abortion medication, have brought relief to advocates fighting for continued access, despite concerns about potential restrictions.
Finally restitution for victims in Ken Paxton's alleged security fraud case- What's Your Point?
Ken Paxton's legal saga takes an unexpected turn as the threat of conviction fades away in a courtroom deal, leaving him free to resume representing Texas after settling with special prosecutors.
Paxton plea deal possible - restitution and community service- What's Your Point?
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton may reportedly avoid trial on felony charges of security fraud dating back to 2015 through a potential deal involving restitution and community service
Up for discussion - the value of Harris County constables- What's Your Point?
Harris County constables are being criticized for prioritizing revenue and political clout over investigating major crimes, with claims of being shielded from legal repercussions, per a critical Houston newspaper series.
HISD Parents speak out against principal evaluations, Miles alters course- What's Your Point?
Dozens protested the controversial Principal Proficiency Evaluation System in Houston ISD, with nearly half of campus leaders deemed unsatisfactory and at risk of removal by Superintendent Mike Miles.
"He wasn't told about it. He discovered it." Mayor Whitmire defends Chief Finner
The call for Houston Police Chief Troy Finner to step down amidst revelations of shelved criminal cases over eight years intensifies, with activists pushing for accountability as Mayor John Whitmire defends Finner, claiming he was unaware of the issue until recently.
Whitmire delivers the hard truth to City Council - What's Your Point?
Mayor Whitmire acknowledges Houston's financial crisis, signaling tough decisions ahead, including possible budget cuts and exploring additional revenue sources.
