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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Declares She Won’t Seek Reelection, Details to Follow

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HOUSTON – Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has announced she will not seek reelection next year, marking a significant shift in the county’s leadership landscape. Hidalgo’s office confirmed the decision, stating that further information will be shared at a news conference scheduled for Tuesday. Elected in 2019, Hidalgo made history as the first woman to hold the position of Harris County Judge. Her tenure has seen her reelected in November 2022, with her current term set to end in December 2026. The move not to run for reelection comes as a surprise to many, given … Read more

Eviction Lawsuit Won’t Impact Students at Hong Kong International School, Assures Parent-Teacher Group

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Hong Kong—Parents at the Hong Kong International School are expressing relief in light of a recent eviction lawsuit aimed at the institution’s former landlord. A parent-teacher organization has indicated that students are unlikely to face any significant disruptions due to the legal proceedings, which primarily concern the building where the school operates. The eviction case, brought against the landlord, stems from a dispute over rental agreements and property use. This situation has raised concerns among parents about the potential impact on educational activities and student welfare. However, representatives from the parent-teacher group have assured stakeholders … Read more

Judge Rules Jurors Won’t See Teen’s Car in Trial of Former Officer Accused of Shooting

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San Antonio, Texas — A judicial ruling in Bexar County has concluded that jurors in an upcoming trial will not view the vehicle involved when a local police officer shot a teenager last year. Instead, the judge has decided that body-worn camera footage provides sufficient evidence for the case. This trial pertains to James Brennand, a former San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) officer, who faces charges of aggravated assault by a public servant following an incident in 2022 involving 17-year-old Erik Cantu. The episode has prompted widespread scrutiny of the events leading up to the … Read more

Landfill Closure Won’t Halt Lawsuit, Attorney Says as Legal Battle Against Chiquita Canyon Intensifies

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The legal team fronting the case against Chiquita Canyon Landfill confirmed that its recent unexpected shutdown will notably not disrupt the ongoing mass tort litigation the waste management company has been embroiled in since 2023. This statement came shortly after the abrupt cessation of operations last week. In a recent development, adjustments were made to the original lawsuit that spurred the now-unified civil liability case against the landfill. These modifications stemmed from a directive by the presiding judge during the case’s dismissal phase last year, ensuring the litigation adapts to evolving legal challenges. Attorneys associated … Read more