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Census Bureau data shows Fort Bend County is 'the most diverse county in Texas'
By Solange DeLisle | Aug 27, 2021
Several issues can be to blame for the delayed release of data from the 2020 census including the COVID-19 pandemic, but now that official figures have been analyzed, the U.S. Census Bureau found Fort Bend County is the most diverse county in Texas.
'Be prepared': Fletcher reminds Texans to be storm ready on the anniversary of Hurricane Alicia
By Solange DeLisle | Aug 20, 2021
Thirty-eight years ago on Aug. 18, Hurricane Alicia wreaked havoc on the coast of Texas and nearly four decades later U.S. Rep. Lizzie Fletcher (D-Houston) is using the milestone to stress the importance of being storm ready.
Fletcher promises help for 'neighbors in need' after 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Haiti
By Solange DeLisle | Aug 20, 2021
U.S. Rep. Lizzie Fletcher has promised Haiti that the United States will help the country after a devastating earthquake struck the Caribbean nation on Aug. 14.
Texas Freedom Caucus vows to 'defend' teachers, students who refuse to wear a mask
By Solange DeLisle | Aug 20, 2021
The Texas Freedom Caucus of the Texas House of Representatives has promised to support and stand behind any teacher or student who won't wear a mask in the classroom.
Abbott tests positive for COVID-19, 'doesn't feel any symptoms'
By Solange DeLisle | Aug 20, 2021
Gov. Greg Abbott (R-Texas) said he's grateful for an outpouring of support and has vowed to "remain engaged" in governing Texas despite recently testing positive for COVID-19.
'Texas is growing at a rate like California never did': Abbott boasts about population increase in Texas
By Solange DeLisle | Aug 20, 2021
New data released by the U.S. Census Bureau shows that Texas is leading the country when it comes to population growth, with more people moving into the state in the last decade.
Abbott celebrates 'momentous anniversary' with proclamation honoring India's 75 years of independence
By Solange DeLisle | Aug 20, 2021
Aug. 15 marked 75 years since India gained its independence from Britain, and the state of Texas commemorated the milestone by celebrating the "strong bond" between the state and India.
McCaul: Philippines decision to keep VFA 'great news'
By Solange DeLisle | Aug 6, 2021
Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte decided against terminating the Philippines-U.S. Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) on July 29, which was set to end at the end of this year.
Abbott: New law creates 'better continuity of care' for new Texas mothers
By Solange DeLisle | Jul 27, 2021
The time a new mother in Texas is covered by Medicaid has tripled thanks to a new law signed by Gov. Greg Abbott (R-Texas) that extended coverage time from 60 days to six months postpartum.
Harris County 'investing in smart, people-centered infrastructure' by expanding free public Wi-Fi
By Solange DeLisle | Jul 26, 2021
Harris County's elected leaders are working to "bridge the digital divide" in order to allow for more residents to have internet access by investing in the infrastructure to expand free Wi-Fi across the county.
Cisneros 'pleased' to support ALMAAHH's plan to build Latin cultural center in Houston with matching grant
By Solange DeLisle | Jul 11, 2021
Plans to build a new Latin cultural arts center are moving forward after the Houston City Council approved the initiative lead by a nonprofit called Advocates of a Latino Museum of Cultural and Visual Arts & Archive Complex in Houston, Harris County (ALMAAHH).
'I'm all in': West announces bid for Texas governor
By Solange DeLisle | Jul 11, 2021
Former Texas Republican Party Chair Allen West has thrown his name in the hat with the announcement he's running for governor against Republican counterpart and current Texas Gov. Greg Abbott in the gubernatorial primary.
Abbott: PUC needs to 'take immediate action' to improve electric reliability in Texas
By Solange DeLisle | Jul 11, 2021
Gov. Greg Abbott (R-Texas) wants to see big strides taken toward more reliable electricity for residents of the Lone Star State and has come up with a list of demands he expects the Public Utility Commission of Texas to follow.
No 'annual inspections on high-rises, condos' in Houston, city official says
By Solange DeLisle | Jul 2, 2021
With more than a dozen people killed, and hundreds still missing in the Surfside Condo collapse in Florida, officials with Houston's Building Code Enforcement are talking about their own policies for similar buildings.
Cornyn 'happy' legislation making Juneteenth a national holiday has become law
By Solange DeLisle | Jun 19, 2021
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) was "proud" legislation he co-sponsored that designated Juneteenth, or freedom day, as a national holiday officially became law when President Joe Biden signed the bill into law on June 17.
'Congratulations': Elsik High School student awarded first Harris County vaccine scholarship
By Solange DeLisle | Jun 19, 2021
An Elsik High School student was the first of 10 scholarship winners as part of a weekly raffle in Harris County aimed at encouraging more teenagers to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Turner: Senate Bill 3 adds no 'meaningful reserve capacity' to Texas grid
By Solange DeLisle | Jun 18, 2021
The power grids in Texas have struggled to keep up with the summer electricity demand only adding to the number of Texans who are frustrated over the Electric Reliability Council of Texas' (ERCOT) ability to keep both the lights and air conditioning units on.
McCaul 'pleased' over passage of U.S. Innovation and Competition Act
By Solange DeLisle | Jun 13, 2021
A bipartisan bill aimed at boosting America's technological advancements and increasing domestic semiconductor manufacturing has made it through one chamber of the Legislative Branch by passing in the U.S. Senate.
Kamin organizes community cleanup to address Houston's 'out of control' violence
By Solange DeLisle | Jun 13, 2021
Houston has seen a noticeable uptick in violent crimes recently and one city council member has expressed her concerns publicly and her plans to "cleanup" an area of the city that was recently the scene of a shooting.
Turner: 'The best is still to come' as George Bush Intercontinental Airport celebrates 52 years
By Solange DeLisle | Jun 11, 2021
George Bush Intercontinental Airport has been providing air travel in Houston for more than a half a century and recently marked another year of service with its 52nd anniversary on June 8.