KATY, TX [May 3, 2025] – Unofficial voting results for the May 2025 Katy ISD Board of Trustees Election are as follows: Position 1 Candidates Victor Perez Unofficial Voting Total – 7,561 votes (41.94%) James Cross Unofficial Voting Total – 10,465 […]
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Supplemental Insurance: Helping Families Prepare for the Expenses Health Insurance May Not Cover
By Hortense Manbauman, Senior Account Executive, Combined Insurance Most people understand the importance of having health insurance. We depend on it to help pay for doctor visits, hospital care, prescriptions, procedures, and other medical services. But what many individuals and […]
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A Path to Impact: Discover Katy ISD’s KEYS Mentoring Program
Friday, September 25, 2026 Community members, prospective and current mentors invited to attend (Katy, Texas) – The path to making a difference in a student’s life can start with a simple connection. Katy ISD Partners in Education will host the […]
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Bo’s Place Brings Free Grief Support to Katy, Opening New Location in Time for National Grief Awareness Day
Bo’s Place, a non-profit, free-of-charge bereavement center, is expanding its free grief support services westward with a new location in Katy, offering families in Katy and the surrounding communities a closer place to turn when they are grieving the death […]
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Katy-Area First Responders Begin Autism Awareness Training at Willowfork Fire Department ESD2
Willowfork Fire Department Launches Autism Awareness Training By The Katy News Staff KATY, Texas (July 21, 2026) — Katy-area firefighters and public safety professionals participated Tuesday in Willowfork Fire Department’s inaugural Autism Awareness Training for First Responders, a new initiative […]
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After the Storm: Is Your Security System Still Protecting You? – ioT Security
After the Storm: Is Your Security System Still Protecting You? Don’t Let Winter Weather Compromise Your Safety. For Service Call: 346-531-1340 or email: service@iotsecurityes.com The recent winter storm has left more than just snow in its wake—it may have […]
Attorney General Ken Paxton Celebrates School Choice for Texans and Vows to Defend New Law
AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following statement regarding Governor Abbott signing new school choice legislation into law: “Today, Texas parents and school children secured a major victory. This universal school choice bill is a historic step in […]
Judge Hidalgo Slams Political Prosecution After Robinson Charges Dropped
Harris County, TX, May 2, 2025, Judge Lina Hidalgo released the following statement after the dismissal of felony indictments against former Harris County Public Health Director, Barbie Robinson: “Once again, false accusations against a Harris County public servant are found to […]
The Heritage Society Announces Exciting Summer Film Camp for Young Filmmakers
HOUSTON, TX — The Heritage Society is thrilled to announce its upcoming Summer Film Camp, a unique opportunity for children aged 9 to 12 to explore the art of filmmaking while delving into Houston’s rich history. The camp will take […]
DPS Graduates New K-9s to Bolster Detection, Tracking Operations
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) proudly announces the graduation of two new K-9 teams and three certified K-9 Tech Trainers, bolstering DPS’ detection and tracking operations. These teams will serve as a critical resource in enhancing […]
Failure to Investigate Workplace Harassment in California: A Cautionary Tale for Employers
It was a typical Tuesday morning in downtown Los Angeles when Maria, a mid-level manager at a tech firm, finally worked up the courage to speak to Human Resources. For months, she had endured uncomfortable comments and exclusionary behavior from […]
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Secures Life Sentences for Child Sex Offender
GIDDINGS – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton successfully prosecuted a Lexington man for child sexual abuse crimes, securing two consecutive life sentences plus 20 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. Benjamin Earlie Thornton, 67, was found guilty of two […]
Rep. Troy E. Nehls Sends Letter to Brown University President Demanding an Explanation on How the University Uses Its Endowment to Lower Tuition Costs and Improve Student Experience
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) sent a letter to the President of Brown University, Christina H. Paxson, Ph.D, outlining his concerns regarding the imminent adverse action taken by Brown University against student Alex Shieh. According to recent reports, Shieh emailed […]
Harris County Attorney Menefee Joins Local Officials in Supreme Court Fight Against Executive Order Stripping Constitutional Citizenship Rights
Houston, TX – Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee has joined a coalition of local governments and officials from across the nation in filing an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court, urging the Court to continue blocking President Trump’s executive order targeting birthright […]
Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month: Honoring Culture, Advancing Health
Harris County Public Health highlights key health issues facing Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders HOUSTON – Harris County Public Health (HCPH) proudly recognizes May as Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, honoring the diverse cultures, contributions, and voices of […]
