MCD offers a financial “safe harbor” for defendants
Written by Pete Mayes
New Municipal Courts Department program seeks to help Houstonians struggling to pay court fines.
HPD Officer Sean Rios laid to rest, remembered by fellow officer and city.
Rob Howelton answers stranger’s call to pay it forward
Written by Lucha Morales
Act of kindness guides path of giving for Bravo winner.
Want to save 2.25 million bathtubs of water? Stop watering lawns until March
Written by Peter Mayes
New HPW initiative urges people to pause sprinklers through February, which could save 90 million gallons of water.
Mayor Turner announces Reliant Lights Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular 2020 as a virtual event. Houston native Robert Glasper headlines performers.
City of Houston remembers fallen heroes Lemuel Bruce, Harold Preston
Written by Peter Mayes
The City of Houston is mourning the loss of two of its own who lost their lives in the line of duty.
Health Department tackles flu season during COVID-19 pandemic
Written by Peter Mayes
The City of Houston’s chief medical officer urges residents to know the difference between flu and coronavirus symptoms.
HTV director keeps City of Houston television channels running despite challenges.
Norma Meadows breaks down employment barriers, helps families in need
Written by Lucha Morales
Bravo winner brings servant heart to her job with OBO and volunteer service in Sunnyside community.
HPW employees help meet spiritual needs of their colleagues
Written by David Smith
Several Houston Public Works employees share their faith and help support HPW colleagues dealing with grief, illness, or going through a difficult time.
If you take vacation to work the polls on election day, we want to hear from you.
Curbside service is BARC’s new pet project
Written by Leslie Denton-Roach
BARC ensures staff and resident safety while continuing to offer animal adoptions and fostering through curbside pick-up and Zoom meet and greets
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W.A.T.E.R Fund creates waves of healthy homes for elderly
Written by Lucha Morales
Thanks to the Combined Municipal Campaign, water flows for seniors in need.
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