Troy Finner hired as Missouri City Police Chief nearly 2 years after HPD scandal, retirement
Read full article: Troy Finner hired as Missouri City Police Chief nearly 2 years after HPD scandal, retirementFormer Houston Police Department Chief Troy Finner has been hired as the new police chief of Missouri City, according to an email sent by the city manager on Monday.
Galveston officials say ‘significant headway’ has been made in unsolved ‘Texas Killing Fields’ case after new arrest
Read full article: Galveston officials say ‘significant headway’ has been made in unsolved ‘Texas Killing Fields’ case after new arrestMore than four decades after a series of murders along a stretch of Southeast Texas known as the “Texas Killing Fields,” prosecutors say they are making progress—and the investigation is far from over.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George open to possible pretrial deal: ‘It’s always an option’
Read full article: Fort Bend County Judge KP George open to possible pretrial deal: ‘It’s always an option’At 9 a.m. Wednesday, Fort Bend County Judge KP George will enter a courtroom, take a seat at the defense table, and witness the start of his criminal trial on money laundering charges.
Latest attempt by Fort Bend County Judge KP George to disqualify the county’s district attorney’s office, ‘DENIED’
Read full article: Latest attempt by Fort Bend County Judge KP George to disqualify the county’s district attorney’s office, ‘DENIED’Fort Bend County Judge KP George's attempt to disqualify District Attorney Brian Middleton and his office from George's criminal cases was denied by Judge Maggie Jaramillo. The motion, based on a claim that Middleton was under criminal investigation, was deemed insufficient in evidence, leading to the denial of the request. George faces trial for felony money laundering charges in March.
Flight cancellations? Here’s what you need to know about your rights and refunds
Read full article: Flight cancellations? Here’s what you need to know about your rights and refundsIf you have an upcoming trip, the recent government shutdown and ongoing flight disruptions may be causing serious stress.
Towering storm-damaged trees threaten Houston homes as hurricane season begins
Read full article: Towering storm-damaged trees threaten Houston homes as hurricane season beginsResidents in Houston’s Northview subdivision are facing growing concerns over hazardous trees as hurricane season begins, with property owners caught in a bureaucratic tangle over maintenance responsibility.
One bill addressing student absences becomes law
Read full article: One bill addressing student absences becomes lawLawmakers tried to tackle the problem of truancy and chronic absenteeism in Texas during the last legislative session, but many proposed laws failed to pass. However, one bill is now on Governor Greg Abbott’s desk waiting to be signed.
Galveston County Sheriff heads back to court in battle with state agency trying to suspend his license
Read full article: Galveston County Sheriff heads back to court in battle with state agency trying to suspend his licenseGalveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen is likely headed to a court hearing in his battle with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE).
Criminal investigation underway into ‘cybersecurity incident’ inside Fort Bend County Libraries
Read full article: Criminal investigation underway into ‘cybersecurity incident’ inside Fort Bend County LibrariesNearly two months ago on March 17, KPRC 2 reported on the Fort Bend County Libraries system experiencing a “cybersecurity incident” resulting in a shutdown of nearly all computers in its system.
2 Investigates: Finding the best care facility for your loved ones, how to check past issues
Read full article: 2 Investigates: Finding the best care facility for your loved ones, how to check past issuesFinding the right care for your aging parents can be a stressful task. Amy Davis is answering questions about how to find the best place for your loved ones.
‘Just seemed like we’d moved into a mob neighborhood’: Neighbor frustrated over short-term rentals in neighborhood
Read full article: ‘Just seemed like we’d moved into a mob neighborhood’: Neighbor frustrated over short-term rentals in neighborhoodThe peace of a Houston resident has been disrupted by what he describes as a revolving door of short-term renters at the house next door, which is being advertised on Airbnb.
Solid Waste Operations a key focus this week at City Hall, Mayor and his team looking to purchase over 30 vehicles
Read full article: Solid Waste Operations a key focus this week at City Hall, Mayor and his team looking to purchase over 30 vehiclesThe City of Houston is set to vote on more trucks for solid waste as well more contractors to help pick it up.
‘I gave a professional recommendation for the chapters’: Cy-Fair ISD Superintendent responds to book revisions
Read full article: ‘I gave a professional recommendation for the chapters’: Cy-Fair ISD Superintendent responds to book revisionsIn a one-on-one interview with 2 Investigates, Superintendent Dr. Douglas Killian discusses the district's decision-making process regarding the removal of textbook chapters.