On Tuesday’s show: The annual public school rankings from Children at Risk are out. The organization’s CEO walks us through the report. And newly elected City Controller Chris Hollins talks about his new role and how he plans to approach the city’s looming budget issues.
Hollins is walking in with potential financial challenges ahead, like the end of tens of millions of dollars in COVID relief funds. Former controller Chris Brown projected the city will face a projected budget shortfall of over $250 million if it doesn't cut back on spending.
In a unique and proactive move, Mayor-Elect John Whitmire will take the oath of office not once but twice as he assumes the role of the 63rd Mayor of the
Houston Mayor John Whitmire’s public inauguration was held on Tuesday morning, the day after he was sworn-in during a private ceremony. Watch his oath of office and inauguration speech.