Author: Houston Stringer

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo provided an update on the county’s procurement reform efforts Tuesday, highlighting ongoing challenges and renewed commitments following revelations of noncompliance. File Photo (August 2025) According to Judge Hidalgo, the Harris County Auditor’s Office released a report nearly 15 months ago showing county departments had failed to meet basic procurement standards. In response, Commissioners Court approved major reforms in April 2024, marking the first overhaul of the procurement system in 50 years. However, a new report from the independent Auditor’s Office earlier this month revealed that no contracts from the Harris County Flood Control Department have been processed under the updated system. Judge Hidalgo stated she rema...

ANGLETON, TX – An Angleton ISD school bus was evacuated this afternoon after the driver heard a loud noise while traveling along Business 288. File Photo (November 2022) According to Angleton ISD, the noise was believed to have been caused by a lightning strike. The driver immediately pulled the bus to the side of the road and evacuated all students to ensure their safety. No injuries were reported, and all students and staff were confirmed safe. The students were later transferred to another bus and transported home. Members of the AISD Transportation Department mechanical team and the Angleton ISD Police Department responded to the scene to assist and assess the situation.

HOUSTON, TX – A man has been charged with murder after investigators found his DNA on a Croc sandal left behind at a murder scene in Midtown. https://youtu.be/LRwMmWDCIAk According to the Houston Police Department, a man has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Julian Comeaux and the wounding of another man in Midtown earlier this year. The shooting occurred around 1:05 a.m. on February 16 in the 300 block of Hadley Street. Police said Comeaux, 21, and a 24-year-old male were with a group of friends when they confronted a man allegedly breaking into one of their vehicles. The suspect opened fire, striking both men, then fled the scene. Comeaux was pronounced deceased at the scene. The second victim was transported to a local hospital in stable ...

AUSTIN, TX — Governor Greg Abbott announced a coordinated operation to clean up homeless encampments in Austin and remove individuals violating state law, resulting in dozens of arrests and significant amounts of debris cleared. Photo Credit: Office of TX Governor The effort, which began late last week, is being led by the Texas Department of Public Safety in collaboration with the Texas Department of Transportation, Texas State Guard, and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. According to the Governor’s Office, the operation has resulted in the removal of 48 encampments and over 3,000 pounds of debris. Authorities have also arrested 24 repeat felony offenders and seized more than 125 grams of narcotics. Ten individuals were found to have outstanding warrants, with several ...