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'Ambition': Bellaire High School graduate receives scholarship for hunger-combating efforts
By Karla Florez | Jun 28, 2021
Recent Bellaire High School graduate Shirley Zhu has earned the Stephen J. Brady Stop Hunger Scholarship from Sodexo to cover her tenure at Harvard, as recognition for her dedication to combating hunger in Houston.
Abbott signs weatherization measures into law to 'improve the reliability of the state's power grid'
By Karla Florez | Jun 13, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed a pair of ERCOT-related bills to improve the state’s main grid operator and modify the agency’s operation governing abilities power grid following February’s winter storm.
Houston’s American Red Cross highlights drowning prevention measures 'to make sure we have water safety'
By Karla Florez | Jun 8, 2021
Houston has more drownings than any other area in Texas so far this year, the leading accidental cause of death for children under the age of five.
Abbott approves measures that 'will stop cities from defunding the police, enhance penalties for criminal activities'
By Karla Florez | Jun 6, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed multiple legislative bills requiring certain cities to seek approval from the public to defund their local police departments.
Houston Botanic Garden hosts all new BotaniCamp to help Houston youth 'grow appreciation of the natural world'
By Karla Florez | May 30, 2021
Elementary school children are invited to participate in the recently launched Houston Botanic Garden's BotaniCamp.
Turner commits to building a transit 'system that provides travel choices' during State of Mobility address
By Karla Florez | May 30, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner delivered his sixth consecutive State of Mobility address speech on May 27.
Abbott advises Texas locals to prepare 'essentials your family will need' ahead of hurricane season
By Karla Florez | May 29, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott urges Texan residents to prepare for potential evacuation and shelter warnings amid this year’s hurricane season, which was welcomed with the declaration of Hurricane Ana by the National Hurricane Center.
McCaul, Swalwell reintroduce the Homicide Victims’ Families Rights Act 'to give families tools to work with law enforcement to pursue justice'
By Karla Florez | May 22, 2021
U.S. Reps. Michael McCaul (R-Houston) and Eric Swalwell (D-CA) recently presented the bipartisan Homicide Victims’ Families Rights Act to amplify resources for families who seek justice for their loved ones who became victims of a homicide.
Houston City Council approves aerospace facility to implement 'new technologies that can make our manufacturing more efficient'
By Karla Florez | May 22, 2021
The Houston City Council unanimously voted in favor of Collins Aerospace's new aerospace facility and Axiom Space's new development project.
McCaul: Biden has neglected to 'secure our border' after nearly 6,000 pounds of fentanyl seized
By Karla Florez | May 21, 2021
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has reported a rise in fentanyl findings, with figures rising higher than last year’s.
Brady sends 'big congrats' to Porter High School students for STEM contest win
By Karla Florez | May 21, 2021
U.S. Rep. Kevin Brady (R-The Woodlands) publicly praised a group of Porter High School students for winning the 11th annual STEM contest related to the production of resolutions to address real issues occurring worldwide.
Turner to lead the African American Mayors Association to tackle the 'needs of local communities, the tailored policies necessary to address them'
By Karla Florez | May 15, 2021
The African American Mayors Association has appointed Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner to president.
Garcia helps present I Am Vanessa Guillén Act to help prevent future 'aggressive and counterproductive leadership' on military premises
By Karla Florez | May 15, 2021
U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia (D-Houston) is a part of the group of Congress members who gathered at Fort Hood to continue the investigation of the U.S. Army Spc. Vanessa Guillén’s death and introduce the I Am Vanessa Guillén Act, a legislation in her name, intended to enforce discipline acts following sexual assault accusations.
Houston Spaceport’s Collins Aerospace facility to provide 'cutting-edge innovations'
By Karla Florez | May 15, 2021
Houston Spaceport has established a new partner company, Collins Aerospace.
Houston Ballet returns to live performances after a year of suspensions amid pandemic
By Karla Florez | Apr 30, 2021
Houston Ballet and its orchestra will once again schedule live performances after a year of shutdowns amid the pandemic.
Houston Blues, Brews and Barbecue to contribute to HAPS, other organizations
By Karla Florez | Apr 30, 2021
This year’s Blues, Brews and Barbecue is back as an in-person event, scheduled for Sunday, May 23 at Houston’s Wicklow Heights neighborhood, featuring live blues music, a barbecue and raffle opportunities.
Puppies For Breakfast returns, hosts in-person dog festival
By Karla Florez | Apr 30, 2021
Puppies For Breakfast is scheduled to return as an in-person event following two suspensions in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
2021 Houston Heights Bicycle Rally & Scavenger Hunt to allocate funds to the Houston Heights Association
By Karla Florez | Apr 30, 2021
The 16th annual Houston Heights Bicycle Rally & Scavenger Hunt will be held between May 29-31, open to entrants of all ages.
2021 Houston Rodeo Run offers various participating options
By Karla Florez | Apr 30, 2021
This year’s virtual Rodeo by ConocoPhillips will run from May 1 through May 9, where individuals will have the chance to join the 1932 challenge and run in honor of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s initial grand opening.