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Rice baseball coach on gift for new field surface from former star: 'Anthony and Amanda's gift made this project possible'
By John Suayan | May 11, 2022
Rice University has given the green light to plans to upgrade the playing surface at Reckling Park, the home of the Owls baseball team, per a report on the program's website.
Pence during Rice University visit: 'We need to unleash American energy now'
By John Suayan | May 11, 2022
Rice University hosted former Vice President Mike Pence on Tuesday (May 10) for a discussion on U.S. energy policy and energy security.
Alcorn on amended noise ordinance: 'These changes aim to strengthen current rules and bring more businesses into compliance'
By John Suayan | May 10, 2022
Houston City Council last Wednesday (May 4) approved changes to the city's noise ordinance, changes aimed at bars and restaurants that operate near residences, according to a report from Houston FOX affiliate KRIV.
Hotez on positive COVID-19 test: 'I'm grateful to have been vaccinated/boosted'
By John Suayan | May 10, 2022
Dr. Peter Hotez, one of the leaders in the Houston medical community's fight against COVID-19, said on Monday (May 9) that he has tested positive for the illness but assured the public he's doing fine.
Longtime Galveston County commissioner dies: 'Ken Clark’s passion for local politics was well known'
By John Suayan | May 9, 2022
Ken Clark, the longest-serving member of the Galveston County Commissioners Court, died on Sunday (May 8) at the age of 58, according to his reelection campaign's Facebook page.
NRG's Knox on Fort Bend County power plant fire: 'There is no danger to the community'
By John Suayan | May 9, 2022
Authorities are investigating the cause of Sunday's (May 8) fire at an NRG power plant in Fort Bend County that required about 100 firefighters to extinguish, according to a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC.
Szumanski on completion of juris doctorate at 20: 'If you’re willing and you put your mind to it, you can pretty much do anything'
By John Suayan | May 9, 2022
Twenty is usually an age when most young adults are in the midst of ascending the collegiate ladder. Conroe native Ethan Szumanski; however, has reached the completion of his own climb.
Jones on special election victory, upcoming primary runoff: 'It was a different kind of campaign because there are two separate elections'
By John Suayan | May 9, 2022
The special election for the Houston-area Texas House of Representatives seat vacated by the retired Garnet Coleman has been won by Jolanda Jones, per cumulative results, Houston CBS affiliate KHOU reported.
Abbott on voter approval of proposed amendments: 'Victory for all property owners in Texas!'
By John Suayan | May 9, 2022
Two proposed constitutional amendments aimed at bringing forth property tax relief garnered strong voter approval on Saturday (May 7), according to reports from Austin-based media outlets.
Pasadena mayor on passing of 'Urban Cowboy' inspiration: 'It was my great honor to know this man most of my life'
By John Suayan | May 8, 2022
Pasadena Mayor Jeff Wagner led the city and the Houston area on Saturday (May 7) in paying tribute to the late country singer who served as the inspiration for the 1980 blockbuster "Urban Cowboy."
Levine: 'Life is not about what you get, but it’s about what you give'
By John Suayan | May 5, 2022
A college football coach-turned-fast food franchisee has taken it upon himself to make sure his employees have bright futures, according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.
Turner on catalytic converter measure: 'This is another tool in our toolbox to drive down crime in our city'
By John Suayan | May 5, 2022
In an effort to curb increasing catalytic converter thefts, Houston City Council on Wednesday (May 4) approved a measure that limits the possession of a severed catalytic converter to those with proper identification such as metal recyclers, Houston ABC affiliate KTRK reported.
Abbott at dedication of campus facility to former House speaker: 'Bonnen's career has allowed students at Brazosport College to seek new opportunities'
By John Suayan | May 5, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott helped Brazosport College (BC) late last month dedicate a campus facility in Lake Jackson to former Texas House of Representatives Speaker Dennis Bonnen, according to press releases from the governor's office and the school 55 miles south of Houston.
Hidalgo: 'Seeing ERCOT warn about possible loss of power with hot temperatures needs to be called out'
By John Suayan | May 5, 2022
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo responded to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas's (ERCOT) announcement on Wednesday (May 4) that an increase in the demand for power is likely during Mother's Day weekend.
Turner on 'Dusty Baker Day' proclamation: 'Our city is proud that you were able to achieve this special milestone'
By John Suayan | May 4, 2022
Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker's entry into the 2,000-win club earned him his own day.
TxDOT's Williams on annual motorcycle safety campaign: 'It’s crucial that drivers remain alert'
By John Suayan | May 4, 2022
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) on Tuesday (May 3) – in conjunction with law enforcement representatives and motorcycle safety advocates – announced the start of the annual "Share the Road: Look Twice for Motorcycles" campaign, per a report from Austin CBS affiliate KEYE.
Grid manager on probable high demand during weekend hot spell: 'ERCOT will deploy all the tools available to us to manage the grid reliably'
By John Suayan | May 4, 2022
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is expecting an increase in the demand for power during a hot spell forecasted for Mother's Day weekend, according to a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC.
Bernal on progress of Bush Airport construction project: 'We see some relief in sight'
By John Suayan | May 4, 2022
Since a $1.3 billion construction project at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to consolidate Terminals D and E began, vehicular traffic has increased to the point lines stretch to the entrance of the airport and patience decreases among travelers.
Astros on Baker's 2,000th career win: 'Legendary moment for a legendary manager'
By John Suayan | May 4, 2022
By blanking the Seattle Mariners for the second consecutive night on Tuesday (May 3), the Houston Astros helped manager Dusty Baker reach rarified air.
Mourner on children who perished in Galveston house fire: 'They’re in my prayers'
By John Suayan | May 4, 2022
Authorities released the identities of the two children who perished in Saturday's (April 30) house fire in Galveston, according to reports from Houston-based media outlets.