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Education

Houston ISD state takeover extended by 2 years, TEA commissioner confirms

By Wesley Gardner

The extension is coming roughly two years after the TEA initiated the takeover of the district in June 2023, which included the appointment of Superintendent Mike Miles and the district’s board of managers.

Gov. Greg Abbott signs cybersecurity bill establishing ...

Top Restaurant News

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Dining

Meyerland’s Old Hickory Inn Barbecue plans renovation ...

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Dining

Pinkerton’s Barbecue prepares for Upper Kirby opening

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Dining

Fig & Olive Tasting Kitchen & Bar ...

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Dining

Potbelly Sandwich Shop at TMC Helix Park ...

Atomic Wings officials plan to open nine more locations in the Houston area through 2026 as part of its regional expansion. (Courtesy Atomic Wings)

Dining

Atomic Wings plans 3 new Houston-area eateries ...

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Development

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Harris County Precinct 4 officials estimate 2027 timeline for Bayland Park transformation, upgrades

By Melissa Enaje

In 2023, Harris County Commissioners approved funding for Bayland Park’s master plan which called for facilities improvements, additional programming and multi-modal transportation connectivity.

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Education

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DATA: Students in special education programs rise at Greater Houston-area school districts from 2020-25

By Emily Lincke

Friendswood and Katy ISDs lead the region for highest percentages of students with dyslexia and autism, respectively, according to Texas Education Agency data released May 9.

Top Transportation News

The City of Houston has ended a policy requiring patrol officers to make one traffic stop per day. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

Transportation

Houston ends policy requiring officers to meet ...

Transportation

'I need your help': Whitmire leans into ...

Transportation

Harris County offers $15 shared ride credit ...

HAS Director Jim Szczesniak said work on major capital projects to expand different terminals and provide better service is continuing in both airports. (Rendering courtesy United Airlines)

Transportation

Houston Airport System to work on initiatives ...

Beginning May 14, North Terminal Road will be closed to the traveling public from John F. Kennedy Blvd. to west of Terminal B. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

Transportation

Houston Airport System officials implement traffic flow ...

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Top Government News

Government

The United States is currently looking toward cutting more than $286 billion in SNAP funding. (Courtesy Houston Food Bank)

$286B SNAP cuts could impact thousands of Houston residents: 'We’re going to have to stop paying for something just to eat'

By Kevin Vu

President Donald Trump is pushing for his “One Big, Beautiful Bill” to pass the Senate. Within the bill is a plan to cut more than $286 billion by 2034 from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Top Business News

Business

Omega opens at Houston’s Galleria mall

Fabric Forge is the city's first textile lab helping to teach residents necessary skills in industrial sewing. (Courtesy Connect Community)

Business

Connect Community opens Fabric Forge, Houston's first ...

Business

Luxury boutique boy clothing store ParkerJoe opens ...

The Sharpstown campus will offer individualized learning plans, flexible scheduling, online and in-person classes and regional Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. (Courtesy TexasWorks)

Business

TexasWorks launches 20 new campuses across Texas, ...

Birkenstock's spring collection is now available and includes suede leather and leather sandal options. (Courtesy Birkenstock via Facebook)

Business

Birkenstock opens Rice Village location

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Top Texas Legislature News

Texas Legislature

Texas voters will have final say on tighter bail rules after Gov. Abbott signs 3 bills into law

By Hannah Norton

Senate Joint Resolution 5 proposes amending the Texas Constitution to require judges to deny bail for certain felony offenses, keeping more defendants in jail as they await trial.