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Billeri assumes role as head of Members Choice Credit Union: 'His entrepreneurial and business-building competencies will lead MCCU into the future'
By John Suayan | Jan 18, 2023
Luke Billeri has begun his new position as the chief executive officer (CEO) of Houston-based financial institution Members Choice Credit Union (MCCU), per a press release.
Simmons: 'ConocoPhillips is furthering its commitment to PVAMU, and our students will be all the better for it'
By John Suayan | Jan 18, 2023
Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has received a nearly $1.2 million multi-year donation from Houston-based exploration and production company ConocoPhillips, according to a press release.
Uvalde coach credits players for NFL award nom by Texans: 'They played above their heads. I couldn't be more proud of them'
By John Suayan | Jan 17, 2023
The Houston Texans’ nominee for the National Football League’s (NFL) Don Shula High School Coach of the Year Award is a man who had the unenviable task of steering his program past an unspeakable tragedy.
Abbott in third inaugural address: 'We work every day to live up to Texas exceptionalism'
By John Suayan | Jan 17, 2023
Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick were formally sworn in to their respective third terms in an inauguration ceremony at the Texas Capitol on Tuesday.
Father on 30-year prison term for motorist who killed son: 'This is the first time I've felt a little bit of peace'
By John Suayan | Jan 17, 2023
A man who committed homicide following a post-Houston Astros game road rage incident has been sentenced to 30 years’ imprisonment, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Newly crowned Miss Universe hails from suburban Houston: 'R’Bonney, you have earned every inch of this!'
By John Suayan | Jan 16, 2023
Friendswood resident R'Bonney Gabriel won the 2023 Miss Universe Pageant in New Orleans on Saturday, per a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
Texas Supreme Court rules 'no basis exists' to prevent TEA takeover of Houston ISD
By John Suayan | Jan 16, 2023
The Texas Supreme Court ruled on Friday that the Texas Education Agency (TEA) can proceed with a takeover of the Houston Independent School District (HISD), the state’s largest district.
NAPE Expo organizer: Abbott, governors part of 'one of the best speaker lineups we’ve ever assembled'
By John Suayan | Jan 16, 2023
Gov. Greg Abbott is slated to participate in a panel discussion with his counterparts, Govs. J. Kevin Stitt (R-OK) and Mark Gordon (R-WY), at the NAPE Summit Energy Business Conference on Wednesday, Feb. 1 at the George R. Brown Convention Center (GRB) in Houston, according to a press release.
Waller County Sheriff Guidry on newlywed woman's 'gruesome' murder: 'Both sides of these families will be altered by it'
By John Suayan | Jan 12, 2023
A Waller County man stands accused of decapitating his spouse, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Football-crazed Bayou City on clock for CFP National Championship: '[Houston] is known for hosting some of the biggest and greatest sporting events'
By John Suayan | Jan 12, 2023
The City of Houston has taken the baton from the City of Inglewood, California, when it comes to hosting the College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship.
Harris County Jail head announces resignation: 'I do not feel as (if) I have a place in' [HCSO's] new direction'
By John Suayan | Jan 12, 2023
The Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) official tasked with overseeing the Harris County Jail has announced his resignation, per reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Campo begins new term as Port Commission chair: 'He will continue to guide the strategic development of the Houston Ship Channel'
By John Suayan | Jan 12, 2023
The Harris County Commissioners Court and the Houston City Council held its joint meeting on Monday to reappoint Ric Campo as chairman of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority, per a press release.
Finner asserts decrease in violent crime in 2022: 'Safety and security of our city is paramount'
By John Suayan | Jan 11, 2023
Houston Chief of Police Troy Finner declared on Wednesday that violent crime in Texas’ largest city decreased last year.
Houston mayoral candidate faces domestic violence charge
By John Suayan | Jan 11, 2023
A Missouri City police officer who’s running for Houston mayor has been accused of domestic violence, per reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Major FAA computer failure grounds flights at Bush, across nation: 'We continue to look into the cause of the initial problem'
By John Suayan | Jan 11, 2023
Departing flights from Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on Wednesday were among the thousands nationwide that were affected by a major Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) computer failure.
Phelan: 'I see 149 people, ordinary Texans, who are eager to get to work on extraordinary things'
By John Suayan | Jan 10, 2023
The 88th session of the Texas Legislature marks State Rep. Dade Phelan’s (R-Beaumont) second term as speaker of the Texas House of Representatives.
Astros' Sehgal: 'We are thrilled that our outstanding broadcast team will be back to call the action'
By John Suayan | Jan 10, 2023
The Houston Astros is retaining its broadcast team for the 2023 season, per a franchise-issued press release.
Texas Legislature convenes with record-setting $33 billion surplus: 'This is truly a historical, once-in-a-lifetime budgeting session'
By John Suayan | Jan 10, 2023
The 88th session of the Texas Legislature began on Tuesday with the Lone Star State in the black.
Mealer contests Hidalgo election victory: 'It is inexcusable that after two months' public lacks knowledge of alleged voter suppression
By John Suayan | Jan 9, 2023
The former Republican candidate for Harris County judge has officially contested the results of the November race she lost to Democrat incumbent Lina Hidalgo, Houston-based media outlets reported.
McNair on Smith termination: Texans 'moving in a different direction'
By John Suayan | Jan 9, 2023
The Houston Texans have another head coach vacancy after the franchise terminated Lovie Smith on Sunday.