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Montgomery County Sheriff Rand Henderson led his law enforcement agency and the community it serves in mourning an individual he calls a “good friend and an honorable police officer.”

Fletcher: Partnership works to 'keep our community safe from flooding'

U.S. Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, D-Texas, said the approximately $33 million in federal funding allocated to Harris County for the reconstruction of Poor Farm Ditch in Texas’ 7th Congressional District is a reflection of “what we can do when we work together.”

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USA Gymnastics' Korepin on Biles' return to competition: 'It is exciting to think about the level of talent and historical legacy'

USA Gymnastics Chief Programs Officer Stefanie Korepin said on Wednesday that “it is exciting to think about the level of talent and historical legacy” of the American contingent slated to compete at the 2023 U.S. Classic later this summer, with the group buoyed by the return of multi-decorated Houston Olympic gymnast Simone Biles, according to a press release.

Briones on approved funding for Harris County Sheriff's Office TeleDeputy Unit: 'This is huge for Harris County'

Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones called the commissioners court’s unanimous approval of $1.7 million in federal American Rescue Plan funds for the Harris County Sheriff’s Office’s (HCSO) TeleDeputy Unit on Tuesday “huge for Harris County.”

Crenshaw: 'Affirmative action is unconstitutional ... Justice Clarence Thomas got it right'

U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-Atascocita) praised the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision on Thursday to eliminate affirmative action in college admissions, tweeting that using race “is unconstitutional.”

Museum of Fine Arts director: Paintings to tour Houston museum 'shown together outside Los Angeles for the very first time in this century'

Gary Tinterow, the director at the Museum of Fine Arts, said that 46 works of art from the Hammer Museum at UCLA will tour the MFA in Houston.

Watt on passing of ex-Texans quarterback Mallett: 'Gone way too soon'

Former Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt joined the rest of the National Football League (NFL) in mourning the loss of former quarterback Ryan Mallett on Tuesday, calling the passing of his one-time teammate “horrible news” on Twitter.

UH-Downtown associate dean on new scholarship to assist business majors: 'We are so grateful to the C.T. Bauer Foundation for its continued support of and belief in our students'

Dr. Justo Manrique, the associate dean of the Marilyn Davies College of Business at the University of Houston-Downtown (UHD), expressed gratitude on Tuesday for scholarship funding intended to assist undergraduates majoring in business, praising the C.T. Bauer Foundation for its support, according to a report from Houston CW affiliate KIAH.

Lil Keke at celebration of life for 'brother' Big Pokey: 'He died doing what he loved'

Houston rapper Lil Keke said at a celebration of life for Big Pokey at Houston City Hall on Sunday that his late friend and contemporary was his "brother," according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.

Stone at introductory presser for Thompson, Whitmore: 'Today's a great day for the Houston Rockets organization'

By Houston Daily Report | Jun 28, 2023

Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone introduced the team’s draft picks on June 25, which included Top 5 selection Amen Thompson, saying it was “a great day for the Houston Rockets organization.”

DJ Michele McKnight: 'I wanted to curate a memorable experience that represents Houston’s rich culture'

By Houston Daily Report | Jun 27, 2023

With 2023 marking the 50th anniversary of the emergence of hip-hop music and culture, an event today in Houston is celebrating the artists who contributed to the city's rich musical culture.

Melder: 'The word business just seems more externally inclusive'

One of Houston's largest banks is actively promoting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives through a partnership with the Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce.

Cole on passing of predecessor Reid: 'Pearland lost a very special and important person responsible for shaping the great community we have today'

Pearland Mayor Kevin Cole lamented the passing of the city’s former mayor Tom Reid, calling him an “important person” in a recent post on behalf of the city. Reid, who died June 24, spent more than 40 years in public service.

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CEO of I'ceE Collection: 'I want to let young adults know that it's okay not to have it all but, we can definitely be successful while juggling it all!'

Icelande Robinson, the CEO of I'ceE Collection, expressed her desire to teach young people how to reach their potential and take initiative in their lives. She announced her new book ''Juggling it All" which is aimed at showing ambitious young people how to achieve success.

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Slim Thug: 'The Checkers HTX Sweepstakes is a great opportunity for students to win college essential items'