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State, local agencies partner to remove abandoned boats in Clear Lake

Clear Lake residents and boaters have long been concerned about the hundreds of abandoned boats littering Clear Lake and surrounding bays, but while dozens of boats remain in Clear Lake, efforts to remove them have been slow. 

Recently, the Texas Land Commissioner and the office of Harris County Commissioner Adrian Garcia partnered to remove a 24-foot sailboat near Clear Lake Park and pledged to remove more boats. 

Why it matters: The Texas General Land Office, or GLO, and the commissioner’s office held the derelict-vessel removal event at the park May 28, according to a GLO news release. 

Stay tuned: Two additional boats are in the process of being removed and destroyed, according to the release.

 
Coming Soon
Golden Angel Group adult daycare coming to League City

Golden Angel Group, an adult daycare center, will open in League City in summer 2026, the owner said.

The details: Golden Angel Group will offer services like transportation within 15 miles of the center, cognitive exercises, neurodevelopment exercises and monthly field trips, according to the business's website.

 
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Harris County renews contract for law enforcement license plate cameras despite resident pushback

Harris County commissioners on May 28 renewed a contract for the Harris County Sheriff's Office's use of license plate readers to assist with criminal investigations. However, more than a dozen residents spoke against the renewal before the court's vote, sharing concerns about surveillance, data privacy and improper use.

What you need to know: Commissioners renewed a $868,975 contract with public safety technology company Flock Safety to continue the use of license plate readers, or LPRs, as well as a sound detection system that identifies sounds such as gunshots, screeching tires and breaking glass, according to agenda documents.

More details: With a June 6 contract expiration approaching, Harris County's four precinct commissioners voted in favor of the renewal with the possibility to revisit the agreement during a future Commissioners Court meeting. County Judge Lina Hidalgo abstained after pushing to move the item to a different meeting to allow for more public discussion. 

Some context: According to the sheriff's office, Harris County has approximately 480 LPR cameras, which only capture vehicle information, not biometric data.

 
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10 events to celebrate Pride Month in Greater Houston

There are several events taking place throughout the month of June to celebrate Pride Month in Greater Houston. 

Chase the Rainbow: Stride with Pride
The 5K race will celebrate, bring awareness to and raise funds for Katy Pride. Strollers and leashed pets are allowed, according to the event's Race Roster site.

  • June 13, 7:30 a.m.
  • $39.74 (12 and under); $50.48 (5K); $45.11 (virtual 5K)
  • John Paul Landing Park, 9950 Katy Hockley Road, Cypress

Good Vibes Mystical Market Ride with Pride
The community is invited to an event featuring dozens of artists, vendors and handcrafted local wares as well as tarot card readers at the Bad Astronaut Brewery.
  • June 14, 1-6 p.m.
  • Free
  • Bad Astronaut Brewery, 1519 Fulton St., Houston

'Pride and Passion'
The Houston Pride Band is presenting a musical evening of "Pride and Passion" to celebrate joy and love.
  • June 21, 6 p.m.
  • $20-$30 (admission)
  • The Hobby Center For The Performing Arts, 810 Bagby St., Houston

 

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