News from 2022
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Spring Branch Management District Board of Directors met March 24
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 15, 2022
Spring Branch Management District Board of Directors met Thursday, March 24.
Cho on benefit concert for food bank: 'This mission of fighting local hunger was such a wonderful passion project'
By John Suayan | Apr 14, 2022
A University of Houston music professor is using his talents to help those grappling with food insecurity, according to Houston ABC affiliate KTRK.
West Janisch Health Care's Mustafa on nursing scholarships: 'It is our honor to contribute to the upcoming generation of health care heroes'
By John Suayan | Apr 14, 2022
A Houston-based senior living provider has awarded 35 students enrolled in the nursing program at San Jacinto College (SJC) with scholarships, according to a press release. West Janisch Health Care Center presented SJC with a $17,500 check to cover the scholarships, the release said.
Hamburger on life as six-time cancer survivor: 'I had to have an advantage over the average patient'
By John Suayan | Apr 14, 2022
A cancer diagnosis is scary, and Dr. Arthur Hamburger, of Houston, received – and survived – six of them, according to a report from Houston FOX affiliate KRIV.
Houston area teacher: 'My teacher’s genuine desire to educate us inspired me to become one of them'
By John Kelly | Apr 14, 2022
Teacher Corazon Briones-Flores believes that small moments she experiences as a teacher are worthy of remembrance, such as when parents express their gratitude or when students learn English for the first time.
Houston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners met Dec. 14
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 14, 2022
Houston Housing Authority Board of Commissioners met Tuesday, Dec. 14.
International Management District Board of Directors met March 24
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 14, 2022
International Management District Board of Directors met Thursday, March 24.
Phillips 66 head Garland on successor Lashier: 'Mark is the right leader at the right time'
By John Suayan | Apr 14, 2022
Houston-based diversified energy manufacturing and logistics company Phillips 66 said that president and COO Mark Lashier will succeed Greg Garland as president and CEO effective July 1, 2022, according to a press release.