The week in politics (Aug. 12, 2026)
On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup. And we reflect on the classic film "Casablanca" ahead of a screening at the River Oaks Theatre.
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Celebrate the Bellaire City Library 75th Anniversary with us!
We are pleased to announce the 75th Anniversary of the Bellaire City Library. Join us on October 10 for a full day of fun activities celebrating the Library and the community....
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Bellaire City Library 75th Anniversary Reading Challenge
Join the 75th Anniversary Reading Challenge for all ages beginning October 1.
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Adopted Budget FY2027
The FY2027 Budget for the Fiscal Year ending on September 31, 2027 was adopted on Monday, September 21, 2026.
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Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Increase
A Public Hearing on the proposed tax rate will be held on October 5, 2026 at 6:00 pm at 7008 S. Rice Avenue, Bellaire, Texas 77401.
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Investigation into Fatal Stabbing at 1520 Oliver Street
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a male that occurred at 1520 Oliver Street about 10:05 p.m. on Wednesday (Sept. 23). The identity of the deceased male, 25, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. HPD Ho...
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Employee Spotlight: Meet Cheryl Bright
Hi, I’m Cheryl Bright, your Community Relations Administrator. You might know me from such classics as “Have you signed up for PrepareBellaire?” or “There’s a City holiday on Monday, no solid waste collection.”...
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HPD: Westbury HS student shot and killed near campus; HISD says school in 'secure mode'
Police confirm a 17-year-old student was shot and killed on Dryad Drive and Chimney Rock near the school on Friday morning.
safety
Multiple arrests, drugs and weapons seized as law enforcement execute search warrant at N. Houston building
Multiple law enforcement agencies executed a search warrant at a building in north Houston Thursday evening. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) confirms they are leading a multiagency initiative involving the Houston Police Department, Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Har...
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Attorney accused of smuggling drugs into jail cuts deal to avoid jail time himself, records show
A local attorney accused of bringing his client drugs inside the Harris County Jail cut a deal to stay out of jail himself, court documents reveal.
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HISD cuts campus budgets and positions as enrollment falls
Houston ISD is cutting campus budgets and adjusting staffing just weeks into the 2026–27 school year, citing lower-than-expected enrollment and changes in available funding. The district says the changes are part of its annual campus leveling process, which compares the number of...
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City Logo Project - Feedback Wanted
We’re moving into the next phase of the City Logo Project. We are asking for more feedback on these concepts.