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Poll indicates half of Americans believe 'lab-leak theory' of COVID-19 origins
By Christina Heath | Jun 23, 2021
A new poll conducted by The Trafalgar Group, in partnership with a poll by the Convention of States Action, shows that half of Americans no longer agree with previous theories of how COVID-19 was created.
U.S. Board on Geographic Names votes to remove 'Negro' from 16 site names
By Christina Heath | Jun 16, 2021
The U.S. Board on Geographic Names approved that particular sites including the word "Negro" could be renamed.
Houston's BakerRipley Dementia Care Center 'cannot continue to offer services beyond Oct. 29'
By Christina Heath | Jun 10, 2021
BakerRipley Dementia Day Center in Houston will be closing its doors as of Friday, Oct. 29 due to lack of funding.
Houston Zoo welcomes baby boy elephant Teddy, looks forward to 'introducing him to Houston'
By Christina Heath | Jun 6, 2021
The Houston Zoo has welcomed a new addition to the family with the birth of male elephant Teddy.
College scholarships available 'for students under 18 who get their vaccines' in Harris County
By Christina Heath | Jun 6, 2021
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said that students under the age of 18 that get vaccinated could receive college scholarships.
Houston's East End Market holds grand opening 'with over $3 million' for businesses
By Christina Heath | Jun 6, 2021
East End Maker Hub (EEMH), which celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, June 3, works to help the Urban Partnerships Community Development Corporation (UP CDC) and TXRX.
'Enough is enough, Ken': Bush challenges Paxton in Texas attorney general race
By Christina Heath | Jun 6, 2021
Texas General Land Commissioner George P. Bush has said that he plans to challenge current Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the GOP primary for attorney general.
Texas parent supports HB 547: 'Real good homeschool extracurricular activities are hard to find'
By Christina Heath | Jun 1, 2021
With the introduction of Senate Bill 491 and the House version, HB 547, home-schooled children may soon be able to participate in University Interscholastic League (UIL) extracurricular programs through their local public school.
'Entitled to answers': Lee thanks mom of officer killed during Jan. 6 Capitol riots, demands answers
By Christina Heath | May 31, 2021
U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Houston) recently took to social media, thanking the late U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick's mother for her son's sacrifice.
Houston firefighters to get 'an average 18% pay increase'
By Christina Heath | May 23, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has announced that the city's firefighters will be receiving a pay increase over the next three fiscal years.
'Masks will be optional at all Aldine ISD campuses, administrative buildings,' superintendent says
By Christina Heath | May 22, 2021
Beginning Saturday, June 5, masks will be optional at all Aldine Independent School District (ISD) campuses and administrative buildings, as a result of Gov. Greg Abbott's recent executive order.
Green: Jan. 6 Capitol attack was an 'act of terrorism against our democracy'
By Christina Heath | May 21, 2021
The U.S. House of Representatives have passed House Resolution 3233 (HR 3233), which establishes a National Commission to investigate the Jan. 2 attacks on the United States Capitol Complex.
Santa Fe HS to unveil 'The Unfillable Chair' honoring those lost in 2018 shooting
By Christina Heath | May 17, 2021
Santa Fe High School students have created a memorial to honor the lives lost in a deadly shooting on May 18, 2018 that left eight students and two teachers dead and many others injured.
Weber says Cheney was 'out-of-step with a majority of the conference' as reason for her departure
By Christina Heath | May 15, 2021
U.S. Rep. Randy Weber (R-Friendswood) opened up on social media to discuss why the GOP recently removed Congresswoman Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) from her position at No. 3 House GOP leader.
Harris County Commissioners Court supports 'the posthumous pardon of George Floyd' in new resolution
By Christina Heath | May 12, 2021
The Harris County Commissioners Court approved a resolution on May 11 that posthumously pardons a 2004 drug conviction on George Floyd's record.
Abbott 'proud to welcome' NRG Energy headquarters to Houston
By Christina Heath | May 11, 2021
NRG Energy has announced its plan to move the company's corporate headquarters to Houston from New Jersey, Click 2 Houston reports.
Hegar: Texas' 'economic recovery is accelerating' and shows surplus
By Christina Heath | May 6, 2021
Texas' current budget cycle will end on an economic high with a surplus of $725 million in general revenue.
Carnival Cruise Line President Duffy 'impressed with' Port of Galveston as Carnival Cruises return to port
By Christina Heath | May 6, 2021
The Federal Maritime Commission with the Port of Galveston hosted a rally focused on emphasizing the importance of the Port of Galveston as the fourth most popular cruise homeport located in the United States.
'Texas has highest percentage of uninsured citizens': Health care expansion fails at state level
By Christina Heath | May 4, 2021
A resolution for the Texas Legislature to expand health care access statewide passed unanimously in the Harris County Commissioners Court, but later failed in the Texas House.