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Abbott meets Biden, delivers note to president: 'This chaos is the direct result of your failure to enforce the immigration laws that Congress enacted'
By John Suayan | Jan 9, 2023
President Joe Biden and Gov. Greg Abbott met in El Paso on Sunday, with the interaction marked by the latter hand-delivering a note to the former.
Boleman on reveal of remaining RodeoHouston entertainment lineup: 'We are thrilled to welcome back so many talented artists'
By John Suayan | Jan 6, 2023
A local hip-hop luminary, a boy band that was once the apple of Generation X women’s eye and a country duo responsible for one of the most enduring line dance ditties ever heard are just among the slew of artists who comprise the rest of the 2023 RodeoHouston entertainment lineup.
Court releases Takeoff murder suspect on $1 million bond
By John Suayan | Jan 6, 2023
The man accused of fatally shooting Migos member Takeoff has been released on a $1 million bond, Houston-based media outlets reported citing Harris County court records.
Term-limited Houston councilmen vie for city controller: 'It tells the public what's going on at city hall when it comes to their taxes and their finances'
By John Suayan | Jan 6, 2023
Longtime Houston City Councilmembers Dave Martin and Michael Kubosh are prohibited by law to seek new terms at the horseshoe, but both men hope to continue to work with the 17-member body as the next city controller.
Hidalgo takes leave of absence to tend to ailing grandfather in Colombia: 'She wants to be there in case anything were to happen there'
By John Suayan | Jan 5, 2023
Her second term barely underway, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said on Wednesday that she was taking a personal leave of absence to tend to her ill grandfather in Colombia, Houston-based media outlets reported.
Paxton on $43 million settlement against e-cig company: 'It’s clear that JUUL violated the law'
By John Suayan | Jan 5, 2023
Texas Attorney General (AG) Ken Paxton announced on Wednesday that the state has entered into a $43 million settlement with Washington, D.C.-based electronic cigarette company JUUL Labs, per a press release issued by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG).
Former Texans wideout Johnson gets second shot at Hall of Fame: 'A shining example of a teammate, friend and father'
By John Suayan | Jan 5, 2023
Former Houston Texans wide receiver (WR) Andre Johnson was named a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Wednesday.
Woodlands field general Mettauer announces Wisconsin commitment: 'I am grateful for the opportunities that I’ve been blessed with!'
By John Suayan | Jan 4, 2023
The Woodlands junior quarterback (QB) Mabrey Mettauer has pledged to the University of Wisconsin (UW), per a VYPE Houston report that was run by Houston NBC affiliate KPRC.
Buzbee on sexual misconduct lawsuits against Houston Christian University: 'We did what we could to try to resolve this without civil litigation'
By John Suayan | Jan 4, 2023
Houston Christian University (HCU) has been implicated in litigation arising from claims one of its former track coaches engaged in sexual misconduct, per reports from Houston-based media outlets.
TSU's Adams on upcoming Houston mayoral election: 'We have an impressive field so far'
By John Suayan | Jan 4, 2023
In about 10 months, registered voters in the City of Houston will head to the polls to elect a successor to the term-limited incumbent mayor, Sylvester Turner.
Russo: 'We're thrilled to grow our international footprint and showcase our elevated upscale casual dining experience in Saudi'
By John Suayan | Jan 3, 2023
Houston-based fast-casual restaurant chain Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen marked the opening of its fourth eatery in Saudi Arabia late last month, according to a press release.
Dallas woman one millionth passenger to set sail from Port of Galveston in 2022: 'This is our sixth cruise this year'
By John Suayan | Jan 3, 2023
The Port of Galveston recorded its one millionth cruise passenger of 2022 late last month, per a press release.
Texans on critically injured Bills player Hamlin: 'Sending our thoughts and prayers'
By John Suayan | Jan 3, 2023
The Houston Texans joined the rest of the National Football League (NFL) on Monday in expressing support and concern for Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, who went into cardiac arrest after he made a tackle in a primetime game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
DiNardo: Archdiocese mourns late Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI 'with deep sadness and hope in the Resurrection'
By John Suayan | Jan 2, 2023
Daniel Cardinal DiNardo of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston joined his Catholic brethren in mourning the late Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
Southwest Airlines: 'Our heartfelt apologies for this are just beginning'
By John Suayan | Dec 27, 2022
Frustration and disappointment were evident among thousands of passengers at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) on Monday as Southwest Airlines (SWA) was prompted to either cancel or delay flights, Houston-based media outlets reported.
G&A Partners' Allen on new regional sales head Melhorn: 'An exceptional leader with experience both in the HCM industry and the Houston area'
By John Suayan | Dec 27, 2022
Houston-based national professional employer organization G&A Partners has tabbed Mary Drake Melhorn as its Houston regional sales director, a company-issued press release said.
ExxonMobil's McKee on new advanced recycling facility in Baytown: 'There is substantial demand for recycled plastics'
By John Suayan | Dec 27, 2022
ExxonMobil opened a new large-scale advanced recycling facility in Baytown earlier this month, per a company-issued press release.
UH ekes out Independence Bowl victory over Louisiana-Lafayette: 'Ended the season with a W'
By John Suayan | Dec 26, 2022
University of Houston (UH) Cougars senior signal-caller Clayton Tune ended his time in the red and white on Friday by leading the program to a 23-16 victory over the Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin’ Cajuns in the Independence Bowl in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Texans outlast Titans for second win of 2022: 'We needed this one'
By John Suayan | Dec 26, 2022
The Houston Texans are in the running for the first pick in next spring’s National Football League (NFL) Draft, but on Saturday, they delivered a victory that was nothing short of a Christmas miracle.
Authorities find body of missing TAMU student in Austin: 'This is not the outcome that we have all been praying for'
By John Suayan | Dec 26, 2022
The search for a missing Texas A & M (TAMU) student reached a tragic end on Saturday when he was found dead in the Austin area, Houston NBC affiliate KPRC reported, citing multiple reports.