Then-candidate John Whitmire had criticized City Council meeting times on the campaign trail in 2023, but as mayor has yet to make any changes.
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Coming home: Erik Payán returns to his family after a month in detention
On Feb. 24 Erik Payán, a tire shop owner and beloved grandfather who has been in the United States for over 20 years, was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. After almost a month in ICE detention he was reunited with his family on Friday.
Posted inImmigration
‘My son is no gangmember’: ICE alleges Houston immigrant with legal status detained in gang enforcement activity
Kevin Zaldaña Ramírez, a 20-year-old Salvadoran immigrant whose lawyer says he was illegally detained, was released from immigrant detention on bond.
Posted inImmigration
Immigration judge grants bond for Colony Ridge father arrested by ICE
Conroe Immigration Court Judge Mark Evan granted a $5,000 bond to Erik Payán, an ICE detainee. By 2:30 p.m., his family paid the sum and awaited his return.
Posted inImmigration
Trump administration releases millions in refugee resettlement funds to Texas after lawsuit
The future of immigrant support programs in Texas and nationwide remains uncertain as the Trump administration seeks to cut off federal funding.
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Father of three detained by ICE in Colony Ridge to make his case for freedom on bond
On Thursday, Erik Payan has an 8 a.m. hearing in Conroe, where a judge will decide whether to release him on bond while his immigration case proceeds.
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‘How am I going to pay?’: Houston immigrant with legal status granted bond, struggles to pay
Kevin Zaldaña Ramírez was granted bond after being illegally detained, according to his lawyer. But his family is struggling to pay.
Posted inAround the Region
Photo Essay: Culture, tradition and pride shines at Houston Rodeo’s Go Tejano Day
This weekend, Go Tejano Day brought thousands out to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The day’s lineup celebrated Tejano music, traditional Mexican dance, and horse showmanship. Local photographer Hope Mora went to capture the moments of culture, community and pride.
Posted inDiverse Communities
Latinas and maternal health: Panel centers around the well-being of Houston moms
A panel hosted by the Latina Leadership Podcast focused on key issues that affect Latinas in Houston, including maternal health and mental health.
Posted inEducation
Houston lawyer, HCDE Trustee Eric Dick arrested on misdemeanor assault charge
The arrest adds to the legal and ethical issues for Dick, who also faces misdemeanor charges in Hawaii and recently avoided a censure by the Harris County Department of Education Board of Trustees.