National Democrats put Texas House on list of legislative targets for 2026
Read full article: National Democrats put Texas House on list of legislative targets for 2026Rep. Christina Morales, the new chair of the Texas House Democratic Campaign Committee, said she wants to initially target five GOP-controlled districts, with a broader list to come later.
Why a Rio Grande Valley hospital is helping to feed its patients
Read full article: Why a Rio Grande Valley hospital is helping to feed its patientsAs the Edinburg facility and others seek to assist people experiencing food insecurity, state lawmakers have more than a dozen bills that could tackle Texasโ food deserts.
LIST: Events, vigils to honor Houston ISD teen killed by train on way to school
Read full article: LIST: Events, vigils to honor Houston ISD teen killed by train on way to schoolHere is a list of just a few events, where loved ones and community leaders will gather to honor Sergio Rodriguez, who was tragically killed by a train while walking to Milby High School.
Here are the Democrats seeking to replace U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee
Read full article: Here are the Democrats seeking to replace U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson LeeBecause Jackson Lee died after winning the Democratic primary, Texas Democratic officials will get to decide who replaces her on the November ballot.
Houston area representatives call for hearing on allegations of HISD violating state law
Read full article: Houston area representatives call for hearing on allegations of HISD violating state lawNine Houston area state representatives have written a letter to the Speaker of the Texas House requesting a public hearing on allegations that Houston ISD violated state law by having unaccredited teachers in the classroom.
Houston-area leaders join โSafe Walk Home Northsideโ program to kick off HISD school year
Read full article: Houston-area leaders join โSafe Walk Home Northsideโ program to kick off HISD school yearAs Houston ISD schools begin the school year, the โSafe Walk Home Northsideโ program continued its mission of making the community safe for students who walk to and from school.
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Harris County Democratic Legislative Delegation discuss why they broke quorum, whatโs next
Read full article: Harris County Democratic Legislative Delegation discuss why they broke quorum, whatโs nextDemocratic members of the Harris County Delegation discussed why Texas Democrats broke quorum and talked about what their next plans are during a virtual meeting Tuesday.
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LIST: Food and water distribution sites in the Houston area
Read full article: LIST: Food and water distribution sites in the Houston areaHOUSTON โ Many local businesses and organizations have opened food and water distribution sites in the Houston area in the wake of the recent winter storms. Various distribution sites pop up daily, so please keep checking this list if youโre in need. Houston Community College-North Forest CampusTexas State Representative Senfronia Thompson, NACC Disaster Services, Teamsters Union, Houston Community College (HCC)- North Forest campus, HCC Trustee Rhonda Skillern-Jones, Peoples United Summit, and other volunteer groups host water and food distribution in northeast Houston. The organizers will provide food and water for about 1,000 vehicles. Pet owners will receive free pet food, supplies, and information on additional resources such as the Houston Humane Societyโs free spay/neuter program.