Uplift Harris program sparks debate among county officials
Harris County's "Uplift Harris" guaranteed income program, providing $500 monthly payments to 9,900 low-income residents, sparks debate, with supporters citing economic mobility benefits and detractors, like Commissioner Tom Ramsey, questioning its use of resources amid pressing county obligations.
Harris County's "Uplift Harris" guaranteed income program, providing $500 monthly payments to 9,900 low-income residents, sparks debate, with supporters citing economic mobility benefits and detractors, like Commissioner Tom Ramsey, questioning its use of resources amid pressing county obligations.
Trump takes victory lap as DeSantis and Haley eye Iowa
In anticipation of the Iowa caucuses, Republican candidates Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley seek strong performances while former President Trump, leading significantly in New Hampshire and nationwide, takes a confident pre-caucus victory lap.
In anticipation of the Iowa caucuses, Republican candidates Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley seek strong performances while former President Trump, leading significantly in New Hampshire and nationwide, takes a confident pre-caucus victory lap.
D.C. Circuit judges cast doubt on Trump's immunity assertion
Donald Trump's claim of absolute presidential immunity from criminal prosecution is facing skepticism from a three-judge panel at the United States Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, as his lawyers argue that charges can only come post-Senate conviction following an impeachment trial.
Donald Trump's claim of absolute presidential immunity from criminal prosecution is facing skepticism from a three-judge panel at the United States Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, as his lawyers argue that charges can only come post-Senate conviction following an impeachment trial.
A new and empowered city council for Houston - What's Your Point?
Houston's new mayor and council, marked by increased diversity, particularly in gender, are bolstered by a recent charter amendment empowering three members to shape the agenda, challenging the previous mayor-centric model.
Houston's new mayor and council, marked by increased diversity, particularly in gender, are bolstered by a recent charter amendment empowering three members to shape the agenda, challenging the previous mayor-centric model.
Buckingham shocked city "failed to comply with federal law"
A Harvey survivor faces challenges accessing federally funded relocation dollars in Houston, with only 15% of eligible residents receiving aid.
A Harvey survivor faces challenges accessing federally funded relocation dollars in Houston, with only 15% of eligible residents receiving aid.
Chaos continues on the border - What's Your Point?
House Speaker Mike Johnson and 60 Congress members observe border troubles near Eagle Pass while the arrival of New York-bound immigrants in New Jersey fuels ongoing outcry over the disruptive impact on cities across the country. Governor Abbott stands firm as the Department of Justice challenges Texas's law on arresting undocumented immigrants.
House Speaker Mike Johnson and 60 Congress members observe border troubles near Eagle Pass while the arrival of New York-bound immigrants in New Jersey fuels ongoing outcry over the disruptive impact on cities across the country. Governor Abbott stands firm as the Department of Justice challenges Texas's law on arresting undocumented immigrants.
Trump banned on primary ballots in 2 states- What's Your Poimt?
Maine's Secretary of State has stirred controversy by barring former President Donald Trump from the state's presidential ballot, aligning with Colorado in excluding the Republican front-runner.
Maine's Secretary of State has stirred controversy by barring former President Donald Trump from the state's presidential ballot, aligning with Colorado in excluding the Republican front-runner.
Nikki Haley recovering from civil war blunder- What's Your Point?
Nikki Haley is recovering from a campaign blunder on the Civil War's causes but is gaining ground in New Hampshire, currently trailing former President Trump by just four points with three weeks left before the votes.
Nikki Haley is recovering from a campaign blunder on the Civil War's causes but is gaining ground in New Hampshire, currently trailing former President Trump by just four points with three weeks left before the votes.
1st Black Harvard University president resigns, What's Your Point?
Harvard's first black president, Claudine Gay, resigned amid controversy over her handling of anti-Semitism issues and plagiarism accusations, which she denies
Harvard's first black president, Claudine Gay, resigned amid controversy over her handling of anti-Semitism issues and plagiarism accusations, which she denies
An end in sight, Houston's firefighter feud - What's Your Point?
Mayor Whitmire ends lawsuits and inherits a $1 billion issue from ex-Mayor Turner. Union president Patrick Lancton is confident in collaborative solutions despite costs.
Mayor Whitmire ends lawsuits and inherits a $1 billion issue from ex-Mayor Turner. Union president Patrick Lancton is confident in collaborative solutions despite costs.
Starting on Day One, John Whitmire begins to fulfill campaign promises- What's Your Point?
John Whitmire, a seasoned leader at 74, kicking off his tenure by personally welcoming every Houstonian to City Hall after 50 years in the Texas Legislature. A face-to-face start to a new era in leadership.
John Whitmire, a seasoned leader at 74, kicking off his tenure by personally welcoming every Houstonian to City Hall after 50 years in the Texas Legislature. A face-to-face start to a new era in leadership.
Harvard's first black president resigns amid controversy
Harvard's first black president, Claudine Gay, resigned amid controversy over her handling of anti-Semitism issues and plagiarism accusations, which she denies.
Harvard's first black president, Claudine Gay, resigned amid controversy over her handling of anti-Semitism issues and plagiarism accusations, which she denies.
Nikki Haley gains traction in New Hampshire after Civil War slip up
Nikki Haley is recovering from a campaign blunder on the Civil War's causes but is gaining ground in New Hampshire, currently trailing former President Trump by just four points with three weeks left before the votes.
Nikki Haley is recovering from a campaign blunder on the Civil War's causes but is gaining ground in New Hampshire, currently trailing former President Trump by just four points with three weeks left before the votes.
Trump's ballot ban: Maine and Colorado decision heads to Supreme Court
Maine's Secretary of State has stirred controversy by barring former President Donald Trump from the state's presidential ballot, aligning with Colorado in excluding the Republican front-runner.
Maine's Secretary of State has stirred controversy by barring former President Donald Trump from the state's presidential ballot, aligning with Colorado in excluding the Republican front-runner.
House GOP delegation tours border amid crisis
House Speaker Mike Johnson and 60 Congress members observe border troubles near Eagle Pass while the arrival of New York-bound immigrants in New Jersey fuels ongoing outcry over the disruptive impact on cities across the country.
House Speaker Mike Johnson and 60 Congress members observe border troubles near Eagle Pass while the arrival of New York-bound immigrants in New Jersey fuels ongoing outcry over the disruptive impact on cities across the country.
Hurricane Harvey: Only 15% of eligible residents received aid
A Harvey survivor faces challenges accessing federally funded relocation dollars in Houston, with only 15% of eligible residents receiving aid.
A Harvey survivor faces challenges accessing federally funded relocation dollars in Houston, with only 15% of eligible residents receiving aid.
Houston new mayor and female-dominated council redefine leadership
Houston's new mayor and council, marked by increased diversity, particularly in gender, are bolstered by a recent charter amendment empowering three members to shape the agenda, challenging the previous mayor-centric model.
Houston's new mayor and council, marked by increased diversity, particularly in gender, are bolstered by a recent charter amendment empowering three members to shape the agenda, challenging the previous mayor-centric model.
Mayor Whitmire backs firefighters, addresses $1 billion issue
Mayor Whitmire ends lawsuits and inherits a $1 billion issue from ex-Mayor Turner. Union president Patrick Lancton is confident in collaborative solutions despite costs.
Mayor Whitmire ends lawsuits and inherits a $1 billion issue from ex-Mayor Turner. Union president Patrick Lancton is confident in collaborative solutions despite costs.
Houston Mayor John Whitmire's bold entrance into city hall
John Whitmire, a seasoned leader at 74, kicking off his tenure by personally welcoming every Houstonian to City Hall after 50 years in the Texas Legislature. A face-to-face start to a new era in leadership.
John Whitmire, a seasoned leader at 74, kicking off his tenure by personally welcoming every Houstonian to City Hall after 50 years in the Texas Legislature. A face-to-face start to a new era in leadership.
Will Texas weather the storm of growing energy demand in 2024?
Texas is facing a power crisis in 2024 as demand grows, but the focus on renewables has hindered natural gas plant construction.
Texas is facing a power crisis in 2024 as demand grows, but the focus on renewables has hindered natural gas plant construction.