TxDOT is already planning to widen Grand Parkway near U.S. 290, Texas 249

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View in browser NEW YEAR SALE: Get 3 Months of the Local News Source You Need for Only 99¢. Subscribe Today. Cy-Fair Insider   School safety and funding are among Cy-Fair ISD's legislative priorities. Cy-Fair ISD has put together a concise, detailed list of their priorities for the 88th Texas legislative session, which began yesterday. Along with more funding for safety programs and mental health resources, the district is looking to curb funding and for private and charter schools. Cy-Fair ISD developed the list of priorities with the Community Leadership Committee, a group of local community members. What are you hoping to see from the legislative session? In the meantime, check out these other top bills to look for during the 88th session.       Chevall Pryce Cy-Fair reporter chevall.pryce@hcnonline.com Top stories   Photo: Brett Coomer, Staff Photographer TxDOT already planning to widen Grand Parkway near U.S. 290, Texas 249 due to heavy traffic. Massive development along the toll way prompts Texas transportation officials to begin plans to widen Grand Parkway less than 10 years after it opened.   17-year-old Cy-Ridge student charged in connection with a teen runaway's murder. Tyrone Fiamahn was found dead with gunshot wounds to his head, neck, back and arm Dec. 19, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. Victoria Duron, 17, has been charged with capital murder in his death.     Hidalgo taking a 'brief personal leave,' citing family issues. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo announced Wednesday afternoon she will take a "brief personal leave" beginning this week.   Who will be next Texans coach? An early look at top candidates. With two first-round picks and salary cap space, the Houston job will be attractive, but pressure is on Nick Caserio to get his third hire right.   Texas Ranger fired over his response to Uvalde mass shooting. Christopher Ryan Kindell, who had been with state police since 2007, was served with termination papers last week by Texas Department of Public Safety. Sources confirm that he's appealing his firing.   Need to know   Thinking about getting back into the dating scene? Stay safe with these online dating tips. The cost of sitting in Houston traffic went up by $360 last year. Houston is prepping to host the College Football Playoff.   Shout out   Oil giant Chevron is looking to turn their waste into hydrogen, potentially making the waste into a cleaner form of energy. Congrats to Chevron for taking a step towards sustainability.   One last thing ...   Confession time: I am a Real Housewives fanatic. After I met my wife in 2017, we have been obsessed with every series and spinoff of the famous Bravo series. So, the news of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City cast member Jen Shah recently being sentenced to more than 6 years in prison, and the preceding case for her fraud charges, kept us glued to the tabloids for over a year. Shah is even requesting to go to prison in Bryan, near my alma mater Texas A&M.  Are there any national stories that reached local prominence for you recently? Let me know at chevall.pryce@chron.com.                 GET 3 MONTHS OF THE LOCAL NEWS SOURCE YOU NEED. Unlimited Digital Access for Only 99¢ Act Now No Commitment | Cancel Anytime Unsubscribe  |  Manage Preferences  |  Privacy Notice Houston Chronicle 4747 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77027 © 2023 Hearst Communications