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To every veteran who calls Houston home: thank you for your service.
Houston’s American Heroes Parade brought our community together to honor those who served and their families. Your service deserves our gratitude on Veterans Day and throughout the year. #VeteransDay2026
Today we honor all who have served.
Join us for the Houston Salutes American Heroes Veterans Day Celebration ceremony at 10 a.m.
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I adjourned today’s council meeting in honor of the late Ben Reyes, a political pioneer who became Houston’s first Latino city council member. He will be truly missed, but his impact will remain profound.
Congratulations on reaching the end zone for the first time in two years, Tank Dell.
Your perseverance, grit, determination and touchdown serve as examples of Houston’s can-do spirit. You never gave up, and your hard work is paying off.
“No one should have to worry about HPD conducting a warrant search, including searches involving ICE, unless an individual is being charged with a new jailable offense, including dangerous or violent crimes,” Whitmire said.
I joined CNN anchor Boris Sanchez to discuss the executive order I signed today limiting when Houston police contact ICE. For a minor traffic violation, an officer can issue a citation and let the driver go on their way.
Public safety remains my highest priority. I signed an executive order directing HPD to limit contact with ICE, keeping officers focused on violent crime and helping reduce fear among Houston families, students, and workers.
I have signed an executive order directing HPD to no longer contact ICE for nonviolent offences, helping reduce fear in our communities. Thank you to Chief Diaz, our state and local leaders for their collaboration. A step toward building a stronger Houston. Let’s Go to Work.
New George R. Brown Garage Marks Milestone in $1.14 Convention District Project.
Phase one of $1.14 billion project has included more than 700,000 manhours worked and 10,000 pounds of steel fabricated.
I joined the Women’s Entrepreneurship Institute for its Texas Scaling Playbook™ convening to talk about how we can help more women grow their businesses. Throughout my time in City government, I’ve worked to help talented women step into leadership roles.
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The City of Houston salutes our American heroes!
Join us Wednesday, Nov. 11 at Hermann Square, City Hall for the Veterans Day Ceremony (10 a.m.) and Parade (11:30 a.m.).
Let’s honor those who served! 🎖️
#VeteransDay
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We’ve witnessed history this past Tuesday and I am excited to utilize my longtime relationships to collaborate with the newly elected leaders in Texas and Harris County. I vow to continue to work with all leaders for the benefit of all Houstonians.
Downtown Houston’s progress is visible in the places people use every day. I joined Downtown Houston+ at the State of Downtown as our partnership creates more welcoming public spaces, from the Main Street Promenade to Tranquillity Park.
For the third consecutive year, Houston City Hall welcomed the Festival of Lights. Together with the Consulate General of India, Houston, we celebrated Diwali through ceremonial lamp lighting and cultural performances.
Last night's election exemplified that our votes matter. Congratulations to the candidates who won in the city of Houston, the state of Texas, and across the United States. Now, the work begins!
Getting to the polls is easy on METRO! Enjoy complimentary rides to and from your polling location on local buses, METRORail, METROLift, curb2curb and Community Connector services. Simply show your voter registration card to the operator or fare inspector. votehouston.org
Happy Election Day! Make your voice heard by casting your ballot today. To find polling locations, hours, and wait times click the link below.
votehouston.org/
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Please note that there is no Houston City Council meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 3, due to Election Day.
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There will be a consolidated City Council public session and agenda meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 4, starting at 9 a.m.
You can find more information and news on the City of Houston website: houstontx.gov/council/meetin…
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