Category: Fort Bend County

On Monday, Fort Bend ISD approved a library book policy that grants the superintendent the authority to remove books from library shelves without requiring a review committee. The policy, described by critics as the “most restrictive in the state of Texas,” was approved by the Fort Bend ISD board, 5-2. The main focus of the…

A Texas Democrat accused of creating a fake social media account to post racist comments about himself to drum up sympathy is now being investigated for impersonating two others, including a judge. Taral Patel, 30, an ex-Biden White House appointee and the challenger running for county commissioner in Fort Bend…

Fort Bend County elected officials could see an increase in salaries if the proposed changes are approved in the fiscal year 2024-25 budget. (Sierra Rozen/Community Impact) Elected officials in Fort Bend County could see salary raises with the approval of the fiscal year 2024-25 budget. In a nutshell. At an…

Officials and autism activists highlighted lifesaving resources available for Fort Bend County families after the body of Ryan Akabusi, a nonverbal 8 year old, was recovered from a lake near his home Sunday morning. Ryan was reported missing Saturday after he was last seen around 5 a.m. leaving his house…

A multibuilding industrial park is underway Fort Bend County. Dallas-based Trammell Crow Co., along with joint venture partner Daiwa House Texas, broke ground this month on Blue Ridge Commerce Center, a five-building industrial park at the Fort Bend Toll Road and FM 2234 near Missouri City. The buildings will add…

As Katy’s rapid growth leads to more road projects, some residents want signage and other safety measures at intersections under construction, saying it’s dangerous for cyclists and pedestrians. Katya Morzhueva, owner of Cool Cats Cycles, said the most perilous area is around the construction on South Texas 99, the Grand…

RICHMOND, TX (Covering Katy News) — In a 4-1 vote, the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court approved substantial salary increases for several top county officials. Precinct 3 Commissioner Andy Meyers was the only dissenting vote, raising concerns about the process. See the video below. The approved salary increases include…

After months of rancorous discussions, a split Fort Bend ISD board of trustees on Monday approved revisions to the district’s policy on removal of books from school libraries that put the ultimate decision-making authority in the hands of the district’s superintendent. The arguments over the policy began near the end…

All complaints about library materials will now go directly to the superintendent. Fort Bend ISD trustees passed a controversial policy Monday night that gives the superintendent more power over books in schools. Previously, if a parent complained about a library book, it would be reviewed by a committee. That decision…

In a contentious meeting flooded by criticism from parents and students, Fort Bend ISD’s board has passed a new library book policy that shifts the power to remove books from a committee to the superintendent. According to the Houston Chronicle, this decision came with a 5-2 vote in favor, despite considerable opposition from educational stakeholders…

SUGAR LAND, Texas (KIAH) — The Fort Bend ISD school board passed a new policy to allow the superintendent alone to decide the fate of district library books. This comes after school board member David Hamilton has pushed for months to change how books are challenged and removed in the district.

Blue Ridge Commerce Center, a development of Trammell Crow Co and Daiwa House Texas, is expected to be complete by next summer. © Trammell Crow Co.

SUGAR LAND, Texas – The Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees approved a policy change on Monday that will allow the superintendent authority to remove certain books from school libraries. The superintendent will also designate someone to fulfill that role. Only two trustees voted no. A coalition of Fort…

FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — On Monday night, Fort Bend ISD trustees got an earful from parents concerned about a new book policy that gives the superintendent more power over books available in school libraries. The parents and students gathered before the meeting to voice their concerns while hoping…

SUGAR LAND, Texas – The Fort Bend ISD Board of Trustees voted to move forward on a policy change on Monday that will allow the superintendent authority to remove certain books from school libraries. The superintendent will also designate someone to fulfill that role. Only two trustees voted no.

Fort Bend County imposed a hotel occupancy tax that will begin October 1. (Sierra Rozen/Community Impact) Hotel visitors in Fort Bend County could see an additional tax on their room bill, as county commissioners approved levying a hotel occupancy tax at the Aug. 13 meeting. The overview. The additional tax…

Under a blazing Texas sky, hundreds of people gathered at Bates Allen Park in Kendleton in southwest Fort Bend County on Sunday for the twice-delayed groundbreaking ceremony of Fort Bend County’s African American Memorial, which organizers hope will be one of the premier such locales in the nation. Despite the…

FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — The death of an 8-year-old Richmond boy found in a lake after wandering away from his home was another heartbreaking reminder that some children with cognitive disorders are drawn to water. The mother of Ryan Akagbusi said her son was non-verbal. He left his…

The superintendent, rather than a series of committees, would be responsible for deciding when library materials are removed. Fort Bend ISD will consider a policy Monday night that would give the superintendent more power over books in schools. Currently, if a parent files a complaint about a book, it is…

Fort Bend County – The Houston Humane Society has rescued three horses from severe neglect in Fort Bend County. The horses, two females, and one male, were discovered living in unsanitary conditions without access to food and were significantly malnourished. The rescue was conducted in collaboration with the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office.