Controversial housing project sparks concerns over potential health hazards and pollution risks
Environmental watchdog raises concerns about a controversial 400-unit low-income housing complex under construction in an area surrounded by industrial properties allegedly contaminated by legacy pollution while the city's housing authority claims the area is safe.
Houston Mayor's West African trade mission raises concerns over use of public funds
Houston’s current mayor, Sylvester Turner, embarks on a West African trade mission funded by hotel occupancy taxes dedicated to tourism promotion, raising questions about the appropriateness of such trips and their use of public money shortly before leaving office.
Houston mayoral race controversy: Campaign finance and residency issues
A considerable field of contenders has assembled for the upcoming mayoral election in the nation's fourth-largest city, Houston, with 14-term Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee facing scrutiny for accepting contributions exceeding the city's limit and MJ Khan facing questions about his residency declaration.
Did your street and drainage fees go to street and drainage projects?- What's Your Point?
The Houston Chronicle's editorial board criticizes Mayor Sylvester Turner and his administration for diverting approximately $24 million per year from the voter-approved street and drainage fund for other purposes, which they deem a violation of voters' trust.
Controversial low-income housing project raises concerns over contamination- What's Your Point?
Longtime Houstonian Alan Atkinson says,“ The Mayor's office decided to build this 400-unit low-income housing project in the worst imaginable spot and the most contaminated property anywhere on Buffalo Bayou.”
Winners & Losers as Texas moves forward on record setting property tax reductions - What's Your Point?
It's being touted as the biggest property tax cut in U.S. History, but as with most legislation there are winners and there are loosers
One on one with the "tax-man" State Senator Paul Bettencourt
Houston State Senator Paul Bettencourt was the principal architect of a rebate plan, resulting in $18 billion being allocated to the citizens of a state with 30 million residents.
Democrat Roland Gutierrez announces run for Ted Cruz's U.S. Senate seat -- What's Your Point?
San Antonio State Senator Roland Gutierrez has entered the race to represent Texas in the United States Senate, gaining visibility through his advocacy for Uvalde School Massacre victims' families and criticism of law enforcement mishandling
85,000 undocumented children missing in America - What's Your Point?
Texas Senator John Cornyn spoke about the 85,000 undocumented children who are missing and unaccounted for in America, raising concerns about their well-being and the lack of intervention by the Biden administration.
Mystery surrounds cocaine incident near White House, raises questions about security
The Secret Service has ended its investigation into a small packet of cocaine found near the West Wing of the White House. Despite the incident occurring in one of the most secure buildings, the identity of the individual responsible for the drugs remains unknown.
CNBC drops Texas from top 5 states for business- What's Your Point?
CNBC recently removed the state from its list of top five states for business due to power grid problems, infrastructure problems, and conservative social policies. Governor Abbott tweeted Texas is: #1 for business #1 for economic development #1 for Fortune 500 HQs .
Mayor Turner faces criticism for diverting funds from street and drainage projects
The Houston Chronicle's editorial board criticizes Mayor Sylvester Turner and his administration for diverting approximately $24 million per year from the voter-approved street and drainage fund for other purposes, which they deem a violation of voters' trust.
Controversial low-income housing project raises concerns over contamination
A 400-unit low-income housing project in Houston is facing protests from longtime Houstonian Alan Atkinson due to its construction on a property near the city's old Velasco trash incineration site.
Texans denied direct relief as tax plan excludes renters and teachers
State Representative Gene Wu expresses disappointment that millions of Texans, including renters and teachers, will not receive any direct benefits from the state's tax relief plan.
Senator Paul Bettencourt designs $18 billion rebate plan
Houston State Senator Paul Bettencourt was the principal architect of a rebate plan, resulting in $18 billion being allocated to the citizens of a state with 30 million residents.
Roland Gutierrez enters race to challenge Ted Cruz for Texas senate seat
San Antonio State Senator Roland Gutierrez has entered the race to represent Texas in the United States Senate, gaining visibility through his advocacy for Uvalde School Massacre victims' families and criticism of law enforcement mishandling.
Thousands of undocumented children missing in America raise concerns
Around 85,000 undocumented children are missing and unaccounted for in America, raising concerns about their well-being and the lack of intervention by the Biden administration.
Texas dropped from Top Five States for Business by CNBC
CNBC recently removed the state from its list of top five states for business due to power grid problems, infrastructure problems, and conservative social policies.
Paxton lawyers confirm he won't testify at impeachment trial- What's Your Point?
Ken Paxton the suspended Texas Attorney General and his lawyers have decided he will NOT testify at his impeachment hearing before the Texas Senate in September. Debate arises over whether his refusal to testify undermines claims of innocence.
Houston sues Texas protesting the "DeathStar" bill- What's Your Point?
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and city officials protest House Bill 2127, which removes the authority of city and county governments to establish local laws differing from state standards