News from April 2022
Southwest Management District Board of Directors met March 28
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 19, 2022
Southwest Management District Board of Directors met Monday, March 28.
Astros on successful home opener: 'Opening up the homestand victorious!'
By John Suayan | Apr 19, 2022
After a month of playing away from Minute Maid Park going back to when spring training began, the Houston Astros returned home and treated the visiting Los Angeles Angels to an 8-3 thumping on Monday night (April 18).
Patricia Ann Martinez
By Press release submission | Apr 18, 2022
Patricia Ann Martinez (September 18, 1962 - April 18, 2022)
Johnny Ray Wiggins Jr.
By Press release submission | Apr 18, 2022
Johnny Ray Wiggins Jr. (December 20, 1990 - April 16, 2022)
Denise Lynn Glover
By Press release submission | Apr 18, 2022
Denise Lynn Glover (January 24, 1966 - April 15, 2022)
Steven Jay Singer
By Press release submission | Apr 18, 2022
Steven Jay Singer (November 14, 1946 - April 17, 2022)
Judith Ann Palmer
By Press release submission | Apr 18, 2022
Judith Ann Palmer (November 28, 1940 - April 18, 2022)
County paid $885,000 on the vaccine contract after Hidalgo decided to cancel it
By Bill King | Apr 18, 2022
The more we learn about Harris County’s vaccine outreach contract, the more it stinks.
'Nothing of substance has been done': FGI criticizes Biden's energy policy
By John Kelly | Apr 18, 2022
The Biden administration's latest decision pertaining to high gas prices has been to invoke the Defense Production Act, which pertains to electric vehicles, not American energy production.
Myres on new TSU, Texans partnership: 'This is a win for TSU, this is a win for the Texans'
By John Suayan | Apr 18, 2022
The Houston Texans and Texas Southern University (TSU) have formed a two-year partnership to help student-athletes, according to a team-issued press release.
Osterman on jersey retirement: 'Honored, blessed and grateful for the outpour of support and [birthday] wishes'
By John Suayan | Apr 18, 2022
A Cypress Springs High School graduate who went on to become one of the best American softball players of all time received a memorable birthday present on Saturday (April 16) from the collegiate program for which she starred during the early 21st Century.
Five Corners Improvement District Board of Directors met March 25
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 18, 2022
Five Corners Improvement District Board of Directors met Friday, March 25.
City of Houston Bicycle Advisory Committee Education Subcommittee met March 23
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 18, 2022
City of Houston Bicycle Advisory Committee Education Subcommittee met Wednesday, March 23.
Nettles after TABC closure of north Houston bar: 'Prostitution is one of the leading indicators of even more serious organized criminal activity'
By John Suayan | Apr 18, 2022
A bar on Houston's north side sits shuttered after the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) ordered it closed over workers' allegations of human trafficking and prostitution, according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU. TABC officials revoked the liquor license of Las Vegas Night Club at 12629 W. Hardy Rd., KHOU reported.
Murder victim's relative on new minimum bail requirement: 'We're very happy that this motion passed'
By John Suayan | Apr 18, 2022
A new rule approved by the Harris County Bail Bond Board last Wednesday (April 13) increases the minimum bail requirement for violent felonies from 2% to 10%, according to reports from Houston-based media outlets.
Wilfalk on sanitation worker shortage: 'It means that at times, at certain times throughout the week, services might get compromised'
By John Suayan | Apr 18, 2022
Houston's sanitation department is experiencing a labor shortage, according to a report from Houston NBC affiliate KPRC.
Enjoy art, sing karaoke, and go on a ghost tour this week in Houston
By Julie Giyer | Apr 17, 2022
Enjoy art, sing karaoke, and go on a ghost tour this week in Houston.
Fort Bend Subsidence District Board of Directors met Dec. 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 16, 2022
Fort Bend Subsidence District Board of Directors met Wednesday, Dec. 15.
McConnell: ‘Prices are soaring way faster than workers’ pay growth’
By Emily Bevard | Apr 15, 2022
As record-high gasoline prices continue to sweep the state averaging above $4 per gallon, the newest inflation number of 8.5% has impacted prices across the board, hurting American finances.
City of Houston Bicycle Advisory Committee Education Subcommittee met Dec. 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 15, 2022
City of Houston Bicycle Advisory Committee Education Subcommittee met Wednesday, Dec. 15.