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'Congrats to my former boss': Kamin congratulates Landrieu on Biden admin appointment
By Christina Heath | Nov 24, 2021
Houston City Councilwoman Abbie Kamin took to social media in congratulating her once boss, former New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu's appointment to the Biden administration.
'Living embodiment of the Special Olympics' message': Derek 'Tank' Schottle receives Certificate of Recognition from City of Sugar Land
By Christina Heath | Oct 10, 2021
The City of Sugar Land awarded Special Olympics athlete Derek "Tank" Schottle a Certificate of Recognition for his 20 years competing and his embodiment of the Special Olympics' message.
'Welcome to Texas': Tesla moves headquarters to Austin
By Christina Heath | Oct 10, 2021
Tesla officially confirmed on Thursday, Oct. 7 its plan to move its headquarters from the Silicon Valley to Austin, Texas.
Turner on McCasland's allegations: 'You don't have the luxury of putting up smokescreens'
By Christina Heath | Oct 10, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said that he will continue to release information as it comes out in regards to Tom McCasland, former director of Houston Housing and Community Development Department, that was fired in mid-September.
McCaul urges state, defense to help get 'Americans, Afghan partners left behind by Biden administration' out of Afghanistan
By Christina Heath | Sep 28, 2021
U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Houston) has sent a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin asking to help get family members of American servicemembers still trapped in Afghanistan home.
Alvarado looks 'forward to seeing the finished product' of Hyatt hotel in Baytown
By Christina Heath | Sep 28, 2021
The City of Baytown gathered last week to celebrate the construction of a new full-service, nationally branded Hyatt hotel that will help bring economic growth to the area, according to Sen. Carol Alvarado (D-Houston).
Allegations of doctor stealing vaccines leads to Harris County lawsuit to 'finally set right some of the wrongs'
By Christina Heath | Sep 25, 2021
A former Harris County Public Health employee is suing the department and Harris County for discrimination after being accused of stealing COVID-19 vaccinations.
Turner, Comcast announce 'an additional $1 million in grants' for small businesses in Houston
By Christina Heath | Sep 20, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, along with Comcast and several communities leaders, have shared that the second round of Comcast RISE Investment Fund grants will be awarded to minority-owned small businesses.
'Now we continue the fight': Texas House of Representatives return to start work on priority elections bill
By Christina Heath | Aug 22, 2021
After a six-week coup of Texas House Democrats, enough members of the House of Representatives have returned to the state capitol, leaving Republicans ready to start working toward passing the priority elections bill.
Smith biggest name on League City Clear Falls coach Head's list
By Christina Heath | Aug 22, 2021
Running back for the League City Clear Falls team David Smith, a junior, is the biggest name among head coach Zach Head's long list of returning veterans from last year's state quarterfinals squad.
'An astounding feat': Houston area sets new COVID hospitalization record
By Christina Heath | Aug 22, 2021
As of Aug. 18, the Houston area has a set new record for the number of COVID-19-related hospitalizations.
'Pass 'em all': Middleton rejoices as Texas House of Representatives achieves quorum
By Christina Heath | Aug 22, 2021
After a six-week coup of Texas House Democrats, enough members of the House of Representatives have returned to the state capitol, leaving Republicans ready to start working toward passing the priority elections bill.
Brady thanks Capitol Police for response to bomb threat, keeping 'those working on Capitol Hill safe'
By Christina Heath | Aug 22, 2021
Authorities responded to a bomb threat near the U.S. Capitol on the morning of Aug. 19, resulting in the arrest of a North Carolina man, identified as 49-year-old Floyd Ray Roseberry.
'This is a victory for our kids' health': Texas Supreme Court declines state request to ban masks
By Christina Heath | Aug 22, 2021
The Texas Supreme Court has ruled to decline a request by the state and Gov. Greg Abbott to ban masks and will allow for schools to require face coverings.
'A passionate advocate': Biden appoints Houston's Cazares to U.S. AbilityOne Commission
By Christina Heath | Aug 21, 2021
On Aug. 13, President Joe Biden announced the appointment of Gabe Cazares as one of the several appointees for the U.S. AbilityOne Commission.
Patrick blames Texas COVID-19 surge on 'Democrats and African Americans,' Turner responds
By Christina Heath | Aug 21, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner took to social media and responded to "insensitive" comments Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick purportedly made about the spread of COVID-19 in the state.
Abbott: Democrats 'abandoned their responsibilities and constituents' when fleeing Texas
By Christina Heath | Jul 24, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is speaking out against state Democratic legislators who fled the state for Washington, D.C. in order to avoid voting on new election laws and other bills.
'No one was hurt': The Breakfast Klub food truck catches fire during Thomas' birthday fundraiser
By Christina Heath | Jul 22, 2021
A food truck belonging to Houston dining hotspot The Breakfast Klub caught on fire during a birthday fundraiser hosted by Houston City Councilwoman Tiffany D. Thomas on July 14.
Critics of Texas wind, solar power expansion want to 'stop renewable energy subsidies'
By Christina Heath | Jul 2, 2021
Prior to Texas' February winter storm blackouts, the wind and solar energy industry spent approximately $66 billion, with $21.7 billion granted from local, state and federal subsidies, on renewable energy sources that some criticize as unreliable.
Serve America Movement works for 'values that are at the core of the Lone Star State'
By Christina Heath | Jun 24, 2021
A new political party in Texas has been formed, and it is one based on transparency, accountability, problem-solving and collaboration.