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Babin, other Texas lawmakers call for Biden's resignation: 'We have no confidence in Biden'
By Karen Kidd | Sep 5, 2021
Texas U.S. House Rep. Brian Babin and two other members of Texas' Congressional Delegation recently joined 11 other House lawmakers calling for President Joe Biden's impeachment, but it seems very unlikely to happen.
'Here to help': Fletcher meets with Houston-based veterans service group amid Afghan evacuation aftermath
By Karen Kidd | Sep 5, 2021
The U.S. evacuation from Afghanistan is over but Democrat Texas U.S. House Rep. Lizzie Fletcher said she is still reaching out to Afghans, U.S. veterans and others from the now-over war who might still need help.
'I think that's a good idea': Texas lawmakers disagree on COVID-19 vaccine mandate
By Karen Kidd | Aug 27, 2021
Gov. Greg Abbott's direction earlier this week to the state Legislature in its second special session to consider big-government-style mandates against COVID vaccine mandates is finding receptive GOP lawmakers.
McCaul 'devastated' by Kabul airport explosion: 'It's vital we get to the bottom of what happened'
By Karen Kidd | Aug 27, 2021
Texas U.S. House Rep. Michael McCaul, who earlier this week said the U.S. should not be on the Taliban's withdrawal timetable in Afghanistan, said earlier today that he is "devastated" by the apparent suicide bombing at Kabul's Hamid Karzai International Airport (HKIA).
State ban on mask mandates 'doesn't prohibit using masks,' Abbott said
By Karen Kidd | Aug 17, 2021
The Texas Supreme Court's temporary halt earlier this week to lower court decisions overruling a state ban on mask mandates doesn't mean people can't wear masks, Gov. Greg Abbott said in a social media post.
GP North Shore CB Harris named 'No. 1 player in the state'
By Karen Kidd | Aug 15, 2021
Any college scouts and university recruiters at Galena Park North Shore High School home football games this fall will probably be there to check out – and vie for the attention of – Mustangs senior cornerback Denver Harris.
Clear Lake Falcons' cornerback 'blessed' to be on Houston's preseason Touchdown Club
By Karen Kidd | Aug 15, 2021
A Houston high school senior, who is considered one of the nation's premier defensive backs and will be playing football in Florida next year, said in a recent social media post that he's feeling "blessed" these days.
Middleton votes to arrest Democrat lawmakers who 'continue to not show up for work'
By Karen Kidd | Aug 12, 2021
A suburban Houston Republican State House representative was among those who voted overwhelmingly Tuesday, Aug. 10, to have minority Democrat lawmakers missing from the state arrested and brought back.
'We are so grateful for your sacrifice and commitment': Abbott congratulates largest graduating class of Texas DPS troopers
By Karen Kidd | Aug 6, 2021
Gov. Greg Abbott recently imparted congratulations and gratitude to the latest graduating class of public safety troopers, telling them they are "exceptional."
'Vision becomes reality': Fort Bend County rolls out mobile app
By Karen Kidd | Aug 6, 2021
Have you been wanting to do your Fort Bend County business or get information from the county on a smartphone? Now there's an app for that.
Abbott 'proud' to have signed broadband, telehealth expansion bills
By Karen Kidd | Jul 25, 2021
A month after signing two health care bills that to expand telehealth, telemedicine and broadband access across the state, Gov. Greg Abbott said in a social media post that he's proud to have done it.
'He's making us all proud': Harris County sheriff participates in U.S. Senate confirmation hearings
By Karen Kidd | Jul 23, 2021
Watching a Texas native in U.S. Senate confirmation hearings last week was a thing to be proud of, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said in a social media post.
'I wanted you to chill': Turner's unscripted rap highlight of 713 Day at Houston-opoly
By Karen Kidd | Jul 19, 2021
Mayor Sylvester Turner recently performed at a 713 Day holiday celebration in Houston.
'HOAs don't own your yard': Homeowners Religious Freedom Act now law in Texas
By Karen Kidd | Jul 18, 2021
Texans can celebrate the Winter Solstice this year with front porch displays thanks to action taken by the state government last spring.
Ellis: Paxton's prosecution of convicted felon who voted last year is 'blatant voter intimidation'
By Karen Kidd | Jul 18, 2021
Attorney General Ken Paxton has been under fire, largely from the left, for his office's prosecution of a black man who voted in last year's primary election while he still was on parole for a felony conviction.
Turner: Skanska, BIG's 1550 on the Green to 'make a great addition' to Houston
By Karen Kidd | Jun 26, 2021
A Sweden-based global development and construction firm's work on Houston's newest office tower, a $225 million office development expected to begin construction next week, will be a great addition to the city, the mayor said in a recent social media post.
Turner urges residents to 'be aware of their surroundings' as murder stats spike
By Karen Kidd | Jun 18, 2021
With crime increasing in the City of Houston, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is urging residents to be more mindful of their surroundings and their safety.
'Illegal dumping can cost you up to $4,000': Houston City Council approves fine increase for illegal dumping
By Karen Kidd | Jun 18, 2021
The City of Houston recently doubled fines for illegal dumping as the mayor encourages residents to report dumpers.
'A time to raise awareness': June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
By Karen Kidd | Jun 13, 2021
Texas State Rep. Carol Alvarado (D-Houston) wants everyone to remember that June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month and to go do something about it.
Executive coaching at Houston charter school about 'personal growth, not achievement,' coach says
By Karen Kidd | Jun 9, 2021
Coaching – rather than teaching – requires a solid relationship between students and their instructors, an expert in just that at a Houston-area charter school said during a recent interview.