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News from 2021
Poll: Republicans trust state lawmakers, while Democrats have faith in feds
By David Hutton | Sep 22, 2021
A poll has found that when it comes to who is trusted more, a political divide exists, with Republicans having more trust in state officials and Democrats having faith in federal officials.
George Bush International Airport named cleanest airport in U.S. as 'health, safety and comfort' are top priority
By Emily Bevard | Sep 22, 2021
George Bush Intercontinental Airport was awarded the honor of the cleanest United States airport at the Skytrax 2021 World Airport Awards, according to an August release from Houston Airports.
Houston's consumer prices increase in synch with national rates
By Timothy Stuckey | Sep 22, 2021
Consumer prices in Houston are rising in synch with national rates, indicating that national inflation rates are similar to those in Houston, according to data provided by the Greater Houston Partnership.
'Damon Allen Act ensures Texas communities are safe': Abbott signs bail reform bill despite controversy in Harris County
By John Kelly | Sep 22, 2021
A new bail bill signed by Gov. Greg Abbott is going to have an impact on Houston.
Governor Abbott: Texas Will Continue Surging State Resources To Secure The Border
By Governor Greg Abbott Press Office | Sep 21, 2021
Governor Abbott: Texas Will Continue Surging State Resources To Secure The Border Governor Abbott: Texas Will Continue Surging State Resources To Secure The Border For Immediate Distribution | September 21, 2021 | (512) 463-1826 Governor Abbott: Texas Will Continue Surging State Resources To Secure The Border AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference in Del Rio where he vowed to continue surging state resources to secure the border and address the chaos in Del Rio created by the Biden Administration.
Abbott 'urges' locals to complete self-reporting damage form from Nicholas
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 21, 2021
Texans who suffered damage from Tropical Storm Nicholas are encouraged to complete a form stating what damages they suffered.
Harris County weekly recap of home sales during September 12-18, 2021
By Houston Daily | Sep 21, 2021
According to BlockShopper.com, there were 682 reported residential sales in Harris County for the week of September 12-18, 2021.
COVID-19 hospitalizations at Texas Medical Center down 11% over past week
By Houston Daily reports | Sep 21, 2021
A total of 2,107 COVID-19 patients were hospitalized at Texas Medical Center facilities over the past week, an 11% decrease from the previous week, according to TMC affiliates in the nine-county Houston area.
Home sales in Houston, September 12-18, 2021
By Houston Daily | Sep 21, 2021
According to BlockShopper.com, the following residential sales were reported for the week of September 12-18, 2021.
Weekly recap of Fort Bend County home sales during September 12-18, 2021
By Houston Daily | Sep 21, 2021
According to BlockShopper.com, there were 116 reported residential sales in Fort Bend County for the week of September 12-18, 2021.
'An increasing number of companies' in the Houston area now 'considering vaccine requirements'
By Andy Nghiem | Sep 20, 2021
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, various companies in Houston are beginning to require that their employees get vaccinated.
Houston-based Ampersand raises nearly $2 million in pre-seed round, uses funds to 'balance' program
By Art Benavidez | Sep 20, 2021
A Houston-based free virtual program that prepares college-age professionals for life-changing careers through curriculum, mentorship and internship placement has raised over $1 million.
'We are not yet in the clear': Abbott urges residents to stay alert after Tropical Storm Nicholas
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 20, 2021
Tropical Storm Nicholas brought heavy rain to the area and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott wants residents to stay alert and take caution as there are still safety issues on local roads.
Houston to receive additional Treasury Department funding to reach 'struggling tenants, landlords'
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 20, 2021
Additional rental assistance could be coming to Houston as the city is on a shortlist of those that will get extra Treasury Department funding, according to Politico.
Turner, Comcast announce 'an additional $1 million in grants' for small businesses in Houston
By Christina Heath | Sep 20, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, along with Comcast and several communities leaders, have shared that the second round of Comcast RISE Investment Fund grants will be awarded to minority-owned small businesses.
Trinity Lutheran Church-Downtown presents Chelsea Chen concert
By Press Release | Sep 20, 2021
The Trinity Concert Series will present international concert organist Chelsea Chen at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 26 on Trinity’s 50-rank Holtkamp/Reuter organ.
Houston, join us at Legacy 2021!
By Marisa Bono, CEO of Every Texan | Sep 19, 2021
You can strengthen Every Texan’s work to build a more just and equitable Texas.
Houston Employment Update
By Greater Houston Partnership | Sep 19, 2021
Metro Houston added 4,800 jobs in August, according to data released today by the Texas Workforce Commission.
[Matching Scholarship Opportunities] Apply Now Through Dec. 31!
By Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts | Sep 19, 2021
[Matching Scholarship Opportunities] Apply Now Through Dec. 31!
Whitbeck 'honored' to be named Fort Bend ISD superintendent
By James Niedzinski | Sep 19, 2021
Fort Bend Independent School District’s (ISD) new superintendent is starting school a bit tardy.