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News from March 2022


Nelms on workplace shooting suspect: 'My client is presumed innocent just like anyone that is charged with a crime'

A state district judge ruled Friday (March 18) to keep the bond for a 26-year-old man accused of fatally shooting his supervisor earlier this week at $500,000, Houston NBC affiliate KPRC reported. Montavius Wright faces a homicide charge for allegedly killing 48-year-old Doran Kelly at an office building in Houston's Greenway Plaza on Wednesday (March 16).


Mealer: 'It’s time for Lina and her staff to tell the truth, own up to their behavior, and resign'

Today, Alexandra del Moral Mealer, a Republican candidate for Harris County Judge, released the following statement regarding Lina Hidalgo's office.


Houston emergency management on smoky conditions: 'Stay indoors or limit your time outdoors'

The impact of wildfires in central west Texas is being felt in the Houston area as strong winds delivered clouds of smoke from more than 350 miles away. According to the City of Houston Office of Emergency Management, individuals who suffer from respiratory conditions should take extra precautions.



Abbott at Houston roundtable: 'Our business owners, entrepreneurs and workforce are who make Texas exceptional'

Gov. Greg Abbott visited Houston on Thursday (March 17) to hold a business roundtable discussion. According to a press release issued by his office, Abbott hosted the roundtable at Pieper-Houston Electric to talk about Texas' business climate and growth.


City of Houston Planning Commission met Dec. 2

City of Houston Planning Commission met Thursday, Dec. 2.


International Management District Board of Directors Feb. 24

International Management District Board of Directors Thursday, Feb. 24.


Tina Gilliam

Tina Gilliam (June 4, 1975 - March 14, 2022)


Chester Batts

Chester Batts (March 22, 1944 - March 14, 2022)


Sandra Jean Winston

Sandra Jean Winston (March 22, 1949 - March 14, 2022)


Coretta Lou “Corrie” Knauss

Coretta Lou “Corrie” Knauss (December 2, 1938 - March 14, 2022)


Carrie Ann Hunt

Carrie Ann Hunt (November 3, 1957 - March 14, 2022)


Houston teacher reflects on job highlights, lessons: 'This job definitely keeps me on my toes'

Thinking on her feet, learning where to pick her battles, and establishing trusting relationships with her students are all crucial elements that Marjorie Yap has learned as an educator in the Houston Independent School District.


University of Houston-Downtown's Lemke on lack of grocers: 'The consumer base to support those institutions isn’t present in those neighborhoods'

The ubiquitous sight of fast food establishments in the southwest Houston neighborhood that's home to his church has the Reverend Brandon Washington taking the initiative to teach his congregants the benefits of healthy eating.


Agrawal on UH traffic study: 'They’re not used to that kind of intersection'

A University of Houston study has determined which 10 intersections in the City of Houston present the most dangers to motorists, according to a report from Houston CBS affiliate KHOU.


Quintanilla on late daughter's new album: 'The public still remembers Selena'

A new album from late Tejano superstar Selena will be released in April, the singer's father said. Abraham Quintanilla Jr. said during a virtual interview with Latin Groove News that the 13-track untitled album will contain what he calls "beautiful arrangements" of Selena's songs, according to San Antonio CBS affiliate KENS.


City of Houston City Council met Nov. 30 - Dec. 1

City of Houston City Council met Nov. 30 - Dec. 1.


Midtown Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors met Feb. 24

Midtown Redevelopment Authority Board of Directors met Thursday, Feb. 24.


Rafael Sanchez

Rafael Sanchez (January 1, 1932 - March 15, 2022)


Pamela Jane Sommers

Pamela Jane Sommers (September 12, 1957 - March 14, 2022)