Amendment's OK won't alter beach access case

The Facts - Sun Nov 08

An amendment to the state constitution passed by a tsunami of Texas voters won't block challenges by homeowners who say they are owed compensation if it's determined erosion has put their property on a public beach, state officials said.

3M eyes potential Angleton facility

The Facts - Sat Nov 07

The 3M Co. could place a $50 million facility in Angleton, if it can reach agreements on a land purchase and tax incentives.

Penny drive raises more than $7,000

The Facts - Sat Nov 07

With the thumping of drums and the clapping of hands, hundreds of children poured out of MacLean Park and made their trip around a Lake Jackson neighborhood during the 11th annual BASF/Wholesale Electric Walk for Habitat.

Marina investor stepping down

The Facts - Sat Nov 07

The Freeport marina's major investor says he is stepping down as leader of the development's parent company because of frequent communication breakdowns, but economic development officials say it is because they could not come to terms on a deal to sell him some waterfront property.

State suing crime ridden Clute apartment complex

The Family Badge - Fri Nov 06

The Texas Attorney General's office is suing the Ashton Oaks apartment complex in Clute, asking for a judge to appoint a manager for the complex in the hopes it would reduce crime there.

Pearland man jailed for threatening family with knife

The Family Badge - Fri Nov 06

Brazoria County deputies say 27-year old Leonard Boatright knocked on his neighbor's door asking for money.

Brazoria County authorities seek Houston woman in ID fraud case

The Family Badge - Thu Nov 05

A warrant has been issued in Brazoria County charging a woman with fradulent use of ID.

BISD OKs ads on buses

The Facts - Wed Nov 04

Brazosport ISD trustees voted unanimously to allow advertising to be placed on school buses, with the revenue going to the district's general fund.

Alvin ISD voters OK $70 million bond issue

The Facts - Wed Nov 04

Voters approved a $70 million bond issue offered by Alvin ISD on Tuesday that will build new campuses, renovate existing schools and lay the groundwork for more.

Danbury ISD voters nix $8.9 million bond

The Facts - Wed Nov 04

Danbury ISD trustees slimmed down a failed bond issue from two years ago, but voters rejected the new $8.9 million issue for an athletic facility and renovations, according to unofficial results Tuesday night.