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Hidalgo deems Harris County’s lowered COVID-19 threat level ‘a huge step toward normalcy’
By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | May 23, 2021
The COVID-19 threat level in Harris County has been lowered from red to orange after a year, signifying a major step forward for the area in the fight against the pandemic.
Cruz: 'Just six months ago, peace was flowering throughout the Middle East'
By April Bamburg | May 23, 2021
In a May 19 press conference, Sen. Ted Cruz said that “mistaken and disastrous political decisions" by President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are the cause of the current conflict between Israel and Palestine.
Fletcher: 'Proud to stand with my House colleagues to pass the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act'
By April Bamburg | May 23, 2021
On May 20, President Joe Biden signed the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act (also known as S.937), which creates a new position at the Department of Justice to review hate crimes and reports of hate crimes.
Babin backs GOP budget proposal to counter Biden spending plans 'for the sake of America's future'
By Karen Kidd | May 23, 2021
Rep. Brian Babin (R-Woodville) wants everyone to get on board with a newly proposed, GOP-backed budget proposal to help trim the national debt.
Abbott ends federal COVID unemployment assistance for Texans, but says 'thank you' to billions in new USDA pandemic-driven food aid
By Karen Kidd | May 23, 2021
While Gov. Greg Abbott has decided that Texas will opt out of all federal unemployment assistance programs, making it more difficult for unemployed Texans to make ends meet, he will help keep families fed.
Abbott bans mask mandates: ‘Texans, not government, should decide their best health practices’
By Benjamin Kibbey | May 23, 2021
With approximately a third of the state’s population currently vaccinated, Gov. Greg Abbott has issued an executive order that prohibits all state and local government entities from requiring individuals to wear masks, though the order does not affect some facilities.
'This is not just one and done': Turner says federal funding for Houston needs to be spread out over the next three years to meet budget shortfalls
By Benjamin Kibbey | May 23, 2021
Houston’s $607 million share of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) is expected to help stave off an anticipated budget shortfall that had been attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Harris County seeks support from federal government to ensure residents are 'protected from flooding'
By Benjamin Kibbey | May 23, 2021
With multiple flood mitigation projects underway and the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane season – which is expected to run from June 1 through Nov. 30 – approaching, the focus for Harris County government on protecting the lives and livelihoods of residents continues through multiple channels.
Houston firefighters to get 'an average 18% pay increase'
By Christina Heath | May 23, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has announced that the city's firefighters will be receiving a pay increase over the next three fiscal years.
New segment of Sims Bayou Greenway will 'connect communities east and west of I-45'
By Trina Thomas | May 22, 2021
A groundbreaking ceremony was held recently for a new Sims Bayou Greenway that would connect its trails in the Houston area.
Hallsville ISD to continue 'masks optional' policy following Abbott's latest executive order lifting mask mandates
By Andy Nghiem | May 22, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott recently issued an executive order prohibiting Texas schools from requiring students, staff and faculty to wear masks after Friday, June 4.
McCaul, Swalwell reintroduce the Homicide Victims’ Families Rights Act 'to give families tools to work with law enforcement to pursue justice'
By Karla Florez | May 22, 2021
U.S. Reps. Michael McCaul (R-Houston) and Eric Swalwell (D-CA) recently presented the bipartisan Homicide Victims’ Families Rights Act to amplify resources for families who seek justice for their loved ones who became victims of a homicide.
McCaul: Biden has neglected to 'secure our border' after nearly 6,000 pounds of fentanyl seized
By Karla Florez | May 21, 2021
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has reported a rise in fentanyl findings, with figures rising higher than last year’s.
Green: Jan. 6 Capitol attack was an 'act of terrorism against our democracy'
By Christina Heath | May 21, 2021
The U.S. House of Representatives have passed House Resolution 3233 (HR 3233), which establishes a National Commission to investigate the Jan. 2 attacks on the United States Capitol Complex.
McCaul: 'We need to show strength, not weakness when it comes to our alliance with Israel'
By Alexus Barnhart | May 21, 2021
As the ongoing violence between Israel and Hamas continues, Texas Rep. Micheal McCaul (R Austin) speaks out on supporting Israel's plan for continued self-defense against the militant group.
'The Lone Star State continues to defeat COVID-19': Abbott bans government mask mandates in Texas
By John Kelly | May 21, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order banning governmental entities from having mask mandates.
Abbott on Texas heartbeat bill: 'In Texas, we will always lead the way to protect the unborn'
By Trina Thomas | May 20, 2021
Gov. Greg Abbott recently signed the Texas "heartbeat bill," banning abortions in the early stages of pregnancy.
Texas Public Policy Foundation staff on Biden’s first 100 days: Administration has 'destroyed our border security system'
By T.H. Lawrence | May 20, 2021
The first 100 days of the Biden administration have been highlighted by bad news for the United States, according to Texas Public Policy Foundation Chief Executive Officer Kevin Roberts.
City of Houston, SEARCH and Houston Coalition partner to fight homelessness through a 'community-wide effort known as The Way Home'
By John Kelly | May 20, 2021
SEARCH, the Houston Coalition and the City of Houston are fighting homelessness with a new program known as the Community COVID Housing Program.
Burns: 'More focus should be placed on helping the victims of the criminals' regarding criminal justice reform
By April Bamburg | May 19, 2021
It’s not just the legislators in Texas who are thinking about criminal justice reform these days – community members want to see their government do something to create change, and to make life better for the people they represent.