(AUSTIN) — Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock today said state sales tax revenue totaled $4.04 billion in June, 2.5 percent more than in June 2024. The majority of June sales tax revenue is based on sales made in May and remitted to the […]
General News
Harris County Attorney Menefee Responds to Supreme Court Decision Rejecting ExxonMobil Appeal in Baytown Pollution Case
Houston, Texas – The United States Supreme Court has rejected ExxonMobil’s attempt to overturn a record $14.25 million judgment against the company for years of illegal air pollution at its Baytown refinery and chemical complex. The decision brings a close to […]
University of Houston Professor Named to Prestigious Fellowship
How Carlee Purdum’s Research is Changing Lives for Incarcerated People HOUSTON, Month DD, 2025 – All it took was one graduate school project to change Carlee Purdum’s research focus forever – a change that elevated her to the top of her […]
“I Have Attended Way Too Many Funerals.”
Tow company owner makes plea in powerful TDLR Move Over/Slow Down PSA AUSTIN – As Texas roads fill up for the Fourth of July weekend, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is releasing a public service video as an emotional reminder to do […]
Boaters Urged to ‘Clean, Drain and Dry’ to Stop the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species
AUSTIN – The Fourth of July holiday provides numerous opportunities for Texans throughout the state to enjoy the summer sun on the water. During the holiday festivities, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters and paddlers to do their […]
New laws and expanded staffing solidify the FCIC’s role in fight against card skimmers, fuel theft, and payment fraud
AUSTIN – New laws – including ones empowering the Financial Crimes Intelligence Center (FCIC) as the primary entity overseeing investigations into gas pump skimming, motor fuel theft, and payment fraud, as well as removing barriers for prosecuting payment card crimes and creating […]
Shopping Tips for Estate Sales
Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori by Dr. Lori Verderame For many hobbyists, the best part of shopping for vintage stuff is the thrill of the hunt. While many believe that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure, I know […]
How to Choose The Right Internet Service For Your Home
Finding the best internet service for your household can be difficult with all the speeds, bundles, options, and plans out there. Making the right choice will improve your daily life, whether you’re working from home, streaming, or scrolling through social […]
Fireworks are Not for Pets
Protect your furry family members during the Fourth of July celebration HOUSTON – With the Fourth of July fast approaching, Harris County Pets (HCP), a division of Harris County Public Health, is reminding all pet owners to take extra precautions to […]
Community Park Cleanup Scheduled for July 12th
Jason Shanley, is a member of Boy Scout Troop 209. During a recent geocaching trip with his family, they visited the Fry Road Municipal District Park (near Fry and Saums roads in Katy) and were concerned by its neglected condition. […]
