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News from August 2021
'I test myself every day': Abbott tests positive for COVID-19, on antibody treatment
By David Beasley | Aug 17, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, who has been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, tested positive Aug. 17 for the virus and is receiving Regeneron's monoclonal antibody treatment, his office said.
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.
'They help to reinforce and promote excellence': Vietnamese Culture and Science Association celebrates 25th annual luncheon
By David Beasley | Aug 17, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner praised the Vietnamese Culture and Science Association after attending the organization's 25th annual American Youth Excellence Recognition Luncheon Aug. 9.
Brady: Biden 'falls short' of employment goal in spite of record-breaking labor force participation rates
By Karla Florez | Aug 17, 2021
Despite the rising employment rate during the month of July, U.S. Rep. Kevin Brady (R-The Woodlands) notes that the Biden administration has fallen short of its job count goal by 300,000.
New cruise ship terminal in Galveston could take city 'from fourth to third in U.S. in passengers, revenue'
By John Sammon | Aug 17, 2021
Groundbreaking for a new cruise terminal in the Texas Port of Galveston took place on Aug. 14, and state officials said the expansion would make the city more of a major cruising destination.
'Tiny changes could have huge implications': Census data reveals Texas will gain two U.S. House seats
By Art Benavidez | Aug 17, 2021
The U.S. Census Bureau has released its population data which will allow redistricting of voting districts nationwide, with Texas expected to obtain two new U.S. House seats.
Texas Public Policy Foundation: Critical race theory is false, dangerous
By T.H. Lawrence | Aug 16, 2021
If more Americans studied their country’s history, they would understand that critical race theory distorts the truth and misleads the people who follow it, according to Texas Public Policy Foundation.
'It challenged me': Fort Bend Christian Academy OH Hanner Makes ALL-VYPE Private Volleyball Squad
By John Suayan | Aug 15, 2021
Fort Bend Christian Academy senior outside hitter Bailey Hanner landed on the ALL-VYPE Private School Volleyball squad.
Turner 'looks forward to highlighting Houston's goals, achievements' in State of the City Address in October
By John Suayan | Aug 15, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is scheduled to deliver his State of the City Address on Oct. 13.
Alvarado attempts 15-hour filibuster of GOP-backed election measure to 'give a voice to the constituents'
By John Suayan | Aug 15, 2021
A state senator on Aug. 11 attempted to stop a vote on election security legislation with an overnight filibuster.
Cy Ranch volleyball newcomer Porter 'honored' to play varsity volleyball
By John Suayan | Aug 15, 2021
If Cypress Ranch freshman volleyball player Taylor Porter’s first game with the varsity is of any indication, it’s safe to say that she’ll acclimate at the high-school level just fine.
FB Marshall senior WR Marshall plans to 'come different this year'
By John Suayan | Aug 15, 2021
In a move that would likely draw comparisons between him and Super Bowl champion Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans, Fort Bend Marshall senior wideout Chris Marshall’s transition from basketball to football last year was a seamless one.
FB Ridge Point senior QB Emanuel Jr. looks to 'run in back' with the Panthers
By John Suayan | Aug 15, 2021
For Fort Bend Ridge Point and Panthers senior quarterback Bert Emanuel, Jr., 2020 was not that terrible of a year.
Houston Restaurant Weeks charity event helps Houston 'fight to end hunger'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 15, 2021
The annual Houston Restaurant Weeks charity fundraising event is in full swing for local residents to contribute to the fight to end hunger in Houston.
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.
'The delta variant is spreading rapidly': Houston hospitals report bed, staff shortages
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 15, 2021
Hospitals in the Houston area and across the state of Texas are facing a shortage of beds as the delta variant of COVID-19 rapidly spreads across the region.
'A huge step toward fortifying our nation’s infrastructure': Biden's $1.2 trillion infrastructure package passes Senate
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 15, 2021
On Aug. 10, the U.S. Senate approved President Joe Biden's $1 trillion infrastructure package.
'Marvin Zindler was a consumer champion': Houston remembers iconic consumer reporter
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 15, 2021
Marvin Zindler, who broadcasted into Houston's living rooms with his straightforward, flamboyant reports about which restaurants to avoid for more than 30 years, would've turned 100 on Aug. 10.
Jose Ramon Alvarez
By Houston Daily reports | Aug 15, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jose Ramon Alvarez in Baytown, Texas, who passed away on August 6, 2021, at the age of 47.