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'This is not just one and done': Turner says federal funding for Houston needs to be spread out over the next three years to meet budget shortfalls
By Benjamin Kibbey | May 23, 2021
Houston’s $607 million share of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) is expected to help stave off an anticipated budget shortfall that had been attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Campos honored with University of Houston doctorate: ‘I was a daughter, a wife, a mother and a student’
By Benjamin Kibbey | May 23, 2021
The University of Houston recently recognized the significant contributions of 90-year-old educator Maria Esther Campos by granting her an honorary doctorate, the third degree she has received from the university during her life-long pursuit of education.
Harris County seeks support from federal government to ensure residents are 'protected from flooding'
By Benjamin Kibbey | May 23, 2021
With multiple flood mitigation projects underway and the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane season – which is expected to run from June 1 through Nov. 30 – approaching, the focus for Harris County government on protecting the lives and livelihoods of residents continues through multiple channels.
'Proud of my Bearkats': Finner congratulates Sam Houston State University on FCS Championship win
By Benjamin Kibbey | May 19, 2021
Following the Sam Houston State University Bearkats football team winning their first-ever FCS Championship 23-21 over South Dakota State, Houston Police Chief Troy Finner, a former Bearkat himself, hailed the win.
Houston spends COVID funding on ‘solving, not managing the issue of homelessness’
By Benjamin Kibbey | May 18, 2021
Since 2011, Houston has gone from one of the highest homeless populations in the nation – with 8,400 residents without stable housing – down to 3,800 in 2020, and now the goal is to end homelessness completely.
'We will never forget': Veasey joins fellow members of Congress in looking into Spc. Vanessa Guillén’s death
By Benjamin Kibbey | May 10, 2021
As revelations emerge that U.S. Army Spc. Vanessa Guillén made multiple reports of sexual harassment by her supervisor prior to being killed by a different soldier, members of Congress visited Fort Hood, where both soldiers were stationed, as part of ongoing investigations.
'This one is historic': Permitless carry bill headed to Abbott’s desk
By Benjamin Kibbey | May 10, 2021
The Texas Senate recently passed a bill that provides for “constitutional carry,” which supporters say removes requirements that individuals be licensed with the state in order to exercise rights related to gun ownership and the U.S. Constitution.
McCaul recognizes Bikers Against Child Abuse: 'Thank you for remaining vigilant in combatting child abuse' in Texas
By Benjamin Kibbey | May 3, 2021
As part of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Texas) – who has introduced legislation to combat child abuse – recently offered his gratitude to allies in the fight against child abuse and human trafficking.
Houston attracting renters from suburbs, other urban centers
By Benjamin Kibbey | Apr 30, 2021
Houston was recently ranked among the top-10 cities in the country for renter’s interests, attracting both suburban residents to its urban dwellings and renters who come from other cities.
'Every little thing that you do makes a difference for a student': Houston ISD celebrates 50 years of volunteer service
By Benjamin Kibbey | Apr 30, 2021
During a virtual ceremony, the Houston Independent School District (ISD) recently honored one of the largest volunteer groups in the city – Volunteers in Public Schools – for 50 years of service to the community and to students.
Four Houston high schools ranked among nation’s top 100
By Benjamin Kibbey | Apr 30, 2021
U.S. News and World Report’s annual rankings of schools placed four Houston-area high schools in the top-100 rankings of the Best U.S. High Schools, with a fifth ranked 101st.
Guerra named Texas Player of the Week by MaxPreps and United Soccer Coaches
By Benjamin Kibbey | Apr 29, 2021
Kingwood Park High School boys soccer player Gage Guerra was recently named the United Soccer Coaches-MaxPreps High School State Player of the Week for Texas.
'Texas needs a long-term strategy to support the uninsured,' Johnson says
By Benjamin Kibbey | Apr 29, 2021
In an 80-68 vote, the Texas House of Representatives rejected a piece of legislation that would have expanded the pool of individuals who are eligible for Medicaid coverage in the state.
Paxton warns against politicization of Supreme Court, 'I will not stand for this obvious power grab from the Biden administration'
By Benjamin Kibbey | Apr 29, 2021
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton recently joined 10 other state attorneys general in issuing a warning to the administration of President Joe Biden and Congress regarding any effort to expand the U.S. Supreme Court.