Daily Archives: December 22, 2016

More DA drama

I’m not sure yet what to make of this. Incoming Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg accused three prosecutors Tuesday of trying to sabotage criminal cases by telling victims their cases were in jeopardy, and called for an investigation into … Continue reading

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Commissioner Locke’s last day

He served well, and did a lot in his short time in office. Gene Locke, who was appointed Harris County commissioner nearly a year ago after the death of longtime Commissioner El Franco Lee, was praised for his effectiveness during … Continue reading

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Obama signs Cornyn flood mitigation bill

The title to this post is a bit of an overbid, but this is still a good thing. President Obama on Monday signed into law a bill that could help expedite the long processĀ of constructing a hurricane protection system for … Continue reading

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Texas blog roundup for the week of December 19

The Texas Progressive Alliance will not spoil “Rogue One” as it brings you this week’s roundup.

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