Daily Archives: October 22, 2007

Ronnie Earle to retire?

Posted on October 22, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

Paul Burka says yes. All signs point to Earle’s retirement as district attorney. The first indication I received was an e-mail from a prospective candidate: Paul, I am writing to inform you of my decision to commence an exploratory campaign … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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The Mayoral race

Posted on October 22, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

OK, I suppose technically this story about Mayor White’s political future and not the HCC trustee story will be the last campaign overview article in the Chron for this election cycle. It only barely qualifies as a campaign overview story … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Saavedra speaks

Posted on October 22, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

HISD Superintendant Abelardo Saavedra speaks to the Chron about the bumpy ride the bond referendum has had. I just want to highlight one piece of this, which to my mind explains why the ride has been bumpy better than anything … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Early voting begins today

Posted on October 22, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

Early voting begins today for the November 6 election. Early voting begins today in the Nov. 6 general election, which includes 16 constitutional amendments proposed by Texas lawmakers, the city of Houston’s mayoral and council elections, $805 million in bonds … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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“A shame, and a surprise”

Posted on October 22, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

One more bit of shock and outrage about Sharon Keller, from someone who once worked for the Court of Criminal Appeals: All the Texas judges had to have been available by phone for this vote. At least that’s what they … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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I-45 Coalition touts tunnel at City Hall

Posted on October 22, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

In other transportation news from last week, the I-45 Coalition spoke before City Council last week to urge support for the I-45 Parkway concept. Here’s a KTRH report of their appearance: It’s a whole new way of thinking about your … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Dumbledore comes out

Posted on October 22, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

Well, this is a surprise. J. K. Rowling, author of the worldwide best-selling Harry Potter series, met some of her American fans Friday night and provided some surprising revelations about the fictional characters who a generation of children have come … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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The HCC trustee races

Posted on October 22, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

I think this will be the last of the campaign overview stories. Five candidates are vying for two spots on [Houston Community College]’s governing board in the Nov. 6 election, and all but the one incumbent are taking issue with … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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