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News from August 2021
Abbott praises Texas' 'young, growing and skilled workforce' for job surge in state
By Timothy Stuckey | Aug 2, 2021
Gov. Greg Abbott recently praised job growth in the state in a press release after the release of June employment data by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC).
'Truly a music legend': Abbott mourns passing of ZZ Top member Dusty Hill
By Timothy Stuckey | Aug 2, 2021
Dusty Hill, the bassist for ZZ Top, recently died on July 28 at the age of 72, according to a report by TMZ.
Wu: Abbott's executive order against mask mandate 'the type of thing you'd expect from Trump'
By Trina Thomas | Aug 2, 2021
State Rep. Gene Wu (D-Houston) is putting Gov. Greg Abbott (R-Texas) on blast, calling his decision to sign an executive order to ban the enforcement of mask mandates in the state.
'It punishes regular hard-working folks': Seliger introduces bill to eliminate Abbott's line-item veto authority
By Timothy Stuckey | Aug 1, 2021
Sen. Kel Seliger (R-Amarillo) has recently introduced legislation in the Special Legislative Session that would eliminate Gov. Greg Abbott's line-item veto power, according to a report by the Texas Tribune.
'Our friendship has set a strong foundation': Turner celebrates 60 years of sister city relationship with Taipei
By Valerie Bonk | Aug 1, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is celebrating 60 years since the beginning of Houston's Sister City relationship with Taipei.
Anchía: Absent Texas Democrats had 'no choice' but to go to Washington, D.C. to avoid a controversial vote
By Alexus Barnhart | Aug 1, 2021
Elected Democrats in the state of Texas and Gov. Greg Abbott have entered a public dispute after Democrats went to Washington, D.C. to avoid a vote for an election integrity bill.
Jackson Lee congratulates Milwaukee Bucks ‘for capturing an NBA title’
By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | Aug 1, 2021
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Houston) recently expressed her admiration for the newly crowned NBA champions—the Milwaukee Bucks.
Patrick forms committee 'to study the athletic and economic impact' of UT's exit from Big 12 Conference
By Art Benavidez | Aug 1, 2021
Sports fans across the country are still trying to wrap their mind around the University of Texas' (UT) decision to leave the Big 12 for the SEC and that includes state leaders.
McCaul: 'Americans shouldn’t have to mask up and question why they got the vaccine'
By Ariana Chiarenza | Aug 1, 2021
U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Houston) criticized the updated Center for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines in a tweet July 27.
'Heartbroken to hear': Chemical breach in La Porte claims two lives
By John Suayan | Aug 1, 2021
A chemical leak at the LyondellBasell facility in La Porte on July 27 killed two and injured seven.
'Residents deserve better': Turner stands firm in effort to help Hurricane Harvey victims gain equal treatment
By Caleb Lombardo | Aug 1, 2021
Following the 2017 Hurricane Harvey storm that caused the destruction of thousands of homes, a government program was established to ensure the replacement of homes for families that were affected.
Hidalgo issues recommendation for Harris County residents to 'get vaccinated and mask up for vulnerable populations'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 1, 2021
It has been more than 500 days since Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo issued a disaster declaration in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
'What a performance': Griner guides Team USA to 50th straight Olympic win
By Art Benavidez | Aug 1, 2021
While Team USA men’s basketball has struggled to find the right chemistry in the Tokyo Olympic Games, the women’s team has had no such problems.
'It's always been a goal': TAMU's Deadmon has eyes on gold in Tokyo
By Art Benavidez | Aug 1, 2021
A local athlete will be representing Team USA in a track and field competition at the Tokyo Olympic Games.
'It's every kid's dream': Parker chooses TCU over MLB draft
By Art Benavidez | Aug 1, 2021
A local baseball player, who has been highly touted, has made a decision when it comes to his playing future and its not the one many thought he would make.
Fort Bend County judge 'all smiles' after reuniting with mother after entire year apart due to COVID-19 concerns
By Caleb Lombardo | Aug 1, 2021
While much of the young and healthy population goes back to normal without hesitation following the mass availability of vaccinations, others are taking a much more deliberate approach.
'America will always support our great ally': Babin expresses support for Taiwan in midst of new bill
By John Kelly | Aug 1, 2021
U.S. Rep. Brian Babin (R-Woodville) recently met Taiwan’s ambassador Bi-khim Hsiao.