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Houston officials approved a short-term rental ordinance during an April 16 City Council meeting after months of debate with city officials and short-term rental owners.
The decision, which comes from an agreement with the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Amtrak, effectively halts federal support for the project, originally led by Texas Central as a privately funded venture, according to a news release.
Houston ISD Superintendent Mike Miles said the number of student disciplinary events dropped by more than 20% from the 2023-24 school year to the 2024-25 school year.
Furry friends are one step closer to being allowed at city parks, playgrounds and park facilities after City Council approved adopting the ordinance change at an April 14 meeting.
Under Senate Bill 2, which was amended by the House, participating families would be able to use state funds to pay for private school tuition and other educational expenses, such as textbooks or transportation.
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Single-family median home prices also grew, increasing 1.5% to $335,000.
If approved by Harris County Commissioners on May 8, the proposed election precinct boundary changes will be effective on Jan. 1.
