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'More than 100 complaints of stolen and lost mail': Fletcher demands investigation following rising complaints of missing mail
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 11, 2021
U.S. Rep. Lizzie Fletcher (D-Houston) demands an investigation into what she asserts is two years of extensive mail theft in her district, Texas' Seventh Congressional District.
Abbott signs bill to promote awareness of Texas' 'rich' history
By David Beasley | Jun 11, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has signed legislation creating the 1836 Project to promote awareness of the state's history, prosperity and democratic freedom.
'There must be accountability': Houston student injured in parking lot shooting at school
By John Kelly | Jun 10, 2021
A shooting occurred at the Houston Independent School District's North Forest High School on June 9.
Harris County Commissioners hold 'first in-person meeting' since start of pandemic
By John Sammon | Jun 10, 2021
The Harris County Commission held its first in-person meeting in Houston in over a year, a sign that the COVID-19 pandemic is easing.
COVID-19 hospitalizations at Texas Medical Center down 9% over past week
By Houston Daily reports | Jun 9, 2021
A total of 359 COVID-19 patients were hospitalized at Texas Medical Center (TMC) facilities over the past week, a 9% decrease from the previous week, according to TMC affiliates in the nine-county Houston area.
Granholm on Biden administration's clean energy plan: 'The president is all in'
By Trina Thomas | Jun 8, 2021
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm visited Houston on May 28 to discuss how to expand clean energy in the area moving forward.
TPPF panel: 2021 Texas legislative session was successful, but special session needed to 'finish the job'
By T.H. Lawrence | Jun 8, 2021
Texas Public Policy Foundation CEO Kevin Roberts said state lawmakers did excellent work in the recently concluded legislative session.
Ives hopes to 'continue to improve' Houston Police Department as chair of Independent Police Oversight Board
By Solange DeLisle | Jun 7, 2021
A month into taking on the role as chair of the Independent Police Oversight Board (IPOB), Stephen Ives has learned about the inner workings of the police department and the disciplinary procedures already in place.
'People are stepping up' on COVID-19 vaccinations, Hidalgo says
By David Beasley | Jun 6, 2021
There is more good news on the COVID-19 vaccination front in Harris County with 43.8% of residents over the age of 12 fully vaccination, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo reported.
Garcia advises travelers to 'make sure their passport is still valid' as travel opens back up
By David Beasley | Jun 6, 2021
With overseas travel limited for the past year because of COVID-19 but now reopening as the pandemic subsides, Americans may want to check on the status of their passports, U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia (D-Houston) said.
Lee applauds Biden for 'first important step of major vaccine distribution to India'
By April Bamburg | Jun 6, 2021
It’s no secret that India has been struggling with COVID-19 outbreaks – in early May, the country was the world’s worst hotspot when the death toll peaked at more than 414,000 fatalities.
Abbott approves measures that 'will stop cities from defunding the police, enhance penalties for criminal activities'
By Karla Florez | Jun 6, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed multiple legislative bills requiring certain cities to seek approval from the public to defund their local police departments.
'An important and encouraging milestone': Harris County lowers COVID-19 threat level to yellow
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 6, 2021
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo recently lowered the COVID-19 threat level from orange to yellow, which is one step away from the safest level possible.
Garcia lauds bill to 'create the local authority to build the Coastal Barrier/Ike Dike'
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 6, 2021
Legislation pertaining to safeguarding the Texas Gulf Coast against natural disasters currently awaits Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's signature and is one step closer to becoming law.
'Wade made a lasting, positive difference in Houston': Texas Senate honors late Houston mayoral advisor Keith Wade
By David Beasley | Jun 6, 2021
The Texas state Senate late in its session remembered Keith Wade, the late mayoral advisor in Houston who died of COVID-19 last year.
'Don't wait until it’s too late': Hidalgo encourages residents to get flood insurance for 2021 hurricane season
By Andy Nghiem | Jun 6, 2021
As Texas enters the hurricane season, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is urging local residents to apply for flood insurance and make sure existing flood insurance policies are up to date.
College scholarships available 'for students under 18 who get their vaccines' in Harris County
By Christina Heath | Jun 6, 2021
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said that students under the age of 18 that get vaccinated could receive college scholarships.
Houston's East End Market holds grand opening 'with over $3 million' for businesses
By Christina Heath | Jun 6, 2021
East End Maker Hub (EEMH), which celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, June 3, works to help the Urban Partnerships Community Development Corporation (UP CDC) and TXRX.
'Enough is enough, Ken': Bush challenges Paxton in Texas attorney general race
By Christina Heath | Jun 6, 2021
Texas General Land Commissioner George P. Bush has said that he plans to challenge current Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the GOP primary for attorney general.
Texas set to ban private money to manage elections; practice called 'rife for corruption'
By W.J. Kennedy | Jun 5, 2021
The Texas Legislature has sent Gov. Greg Abbott legislation that will ban local election officials from accepting private money to underwrite the management of elections.