Houston Mayor John Whitmire has unveiled a $7.5 billion budget proposal that includes a new trash administrative fee and changes to utility charges. City officials say the plan aims to reduce the deficit, but Controller Chris Hollins is raising concerns about its impact on residents and transparency.

The City of Houston could soon begin charging residents a new monthly fee tied to solid waste services, something city leaders say has never been done before.

Houston city leaders are expected to clarify HPD's involvement with ICE.

This ceremony will honor the bravery and sacrifice of first responders, like retired NYPD Detective Victoria d’Angelo-Thompkins, who answered the call on that fateful day.

Tensions erupted during a Harris County Commissioners Court meeting as deputies demanded urgent pay raises, highlighting a 20% pay gap compared to Houston Police Department salaries.

Think of the position as the city's Chief Financial Officer.

Mayor John Whitmire appointed J. Noe Diaz as the new chief of the Houston Police Department.

The mayor’s message was clear and to the point. He also later added that the city will not be letting the off the hook.

More changes coming to the Houston Police Department in the midst of the investigation into Sexual Assaults Scandal that has overwhelmed the department for over one month now.

Despite substantial taxpayer investment for their implementation, the Heights' new bike lanes may prove short-lived.

What was meant to be an evening for Houstonians to break bread with local dignitaries during soon turned heated after demonstrators spoke out during Mayor Whitmire’s speech.