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Official City of Houston Twitter account. Led by @HouMayor John Whitmire. Stay in the know about all things #Houston! https://t.co/i2XNfYPfLK
Houston, TX, USA
Joined September 2009
🚨 Aggressive driving, speeding, and road rage will not be tolerated. HPD will have increased enforcement on the 610 South Loop from I-10 West to I-10 East today and tomorrow. 🚨 Drive safe and follow all traffic laws.
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You may see crews in your neighborhood this week. Collection is underway and results are already showing across the city.
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Join us Saturday for our Winter Festival @ the Denver Harbor Multi-Service Center! 🎉 Get ready for a day filled with **FREE fun** for the whole family! 🎈 From magical **pictures w/ Santa** 📸 to thrilling **Polar Express train rides** 🚂, we promise you’ll have a blast!
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Today is the final City Council meeting of 2025. You can watch it now live on @HTVHouston: https://t.co/bvCC0Z2HYS
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Tonight is the final City Council public session of 2025. Houstonians are encouraged to share their voices on the issues that matter most. Mayor Whitmire and Council Members have also voted to continue monthly evening public sessions in 2026 to expand access and engagement.
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Global interest in flights to Houston surged 250% year over year following the FIFA World Cup 2026™, one of the largest increases among U.S. host cities. ➡️Read more: https://t.co/261gAyzGpU
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Houston’s economy is positioned for continued growth in 2026, with more than 30,000 new jobs projected across the region. 🌟View full report: https://t.co/FDPrwqZbLk ➡️Read the highlights: https://t.co/pi4yPbEHgP Special thanks to @FifthThird for supporting #EconomyinaMinute!
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12 DAYS OF PREPAREDNESS 🎄DAY 5 Natural trees smell great, but require maintenance for safety: • Keep your tree watered well. • Place tree away from heat sources. • Inspect lights for damaged wires or broken bulbs. • Turn off lights before leaving home or going to bed.
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12 DAYS OF PREPAREDNESS / DAY 4: Sign up for #ALERTHOUSTON From winter-weather advisories to major road closures, AlertHouston messages keep you “in the know”! Text ALERTHOUSTON to 888777 or go to https://t.co/x2OZSybLfk to sign up and customize your message preferences.
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Our citywide heavy trash cleanup is gaining momentum. Contractors and Solid Waste crews collected more than 2,859 tons this week, leading to cleaner blocks and steady progress for residents.
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🛍️🎁The holidays are approaching. If you’re traveling, start preparing now! Book accommodations, service your car, and pack an emergency kit for the road. 🚗Avoid last-minute scrambles that can lead to safety risks. Plan Ahead: https://t.co/yZLoENl0ej
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Day 3 of our “12 Days of Preparedness” FREEZE WARNING Sunday night >>Monday AM. Time to prepare!
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The Office of Policing Reform and Accountability has released the updated Police Analytics and Transparency Hub. PATH gives you access to police data and helps you understand how public safety is delivered throughout our community!
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Today is Election Day! 🗳️
Voting today, but not sure what’s on your ballot? 🗳️ The Dec 13 Joint Runoff may include Houston City Council At-Large 4 and HCC Trustee District 2. Check your sample ballot: https://t.co/D8Q3Bt5TQJ
#HarrisVotes #YourVoteMatters
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🚐✨ Check out the new Community Connector ADA-accessible vehicles. They have a ramp and spacious onboard area for riders with wheelchairs to make trips more comfortable. We’re proud to support services that serve all our riders and ensure accessible travel for everyone.
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Houston is gearing up to welcome the world next year — hosting seven FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches, the World Baseball Classic and NCAA Men’s Basketball Regionals. ⚽Learn how the region is preparing: https://t.co/FuQZhTA7im 🌟Special thanks to @FifthThird for supporting
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🎄✨Don’t let your holiday sparkle turn into a holiday blaze! Before you plug in those lights: ✅Check for frayed wires ✅Use outdoor-rated cords outside ✅Turn them off before bed 💡Holiday Fire Safety Tips: https://t.co/rfr6vI2Swj
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🎁 The Annual Holiday in the Tre Toy Drive is underway and The Emancipation Park Conservancy urgently needs your help! We are seeing an incredible influx of outreach and need this year. Your donation can make a real difference for families across our community. Please consider
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