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'This isn’t the first time we have dealt with activist characters': Fort Bend judge defies Abbott's executive order on local mask mitigation
By David Beasley | Aug 19, 2021
Fort Bend County Judge K.P. George issued a mask mandate on Aug. 12 for county buildings, defying Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order against local governments imposing their own COVID-19 mitigation rules.
Crenshaw: Biden administration could not have handled situation in Afghanistan 'in a worse way'
By Cara Clark | Aug 18, 2021
Amid a growing buzz of political and public response to the takeover of Afghanistan by Taliban insurgents with a history of atrocities, Republican Congressman Dan Crenshaw of Houston is being heard as a voice of experience.
Hidalgo voices support for 'Afghanistan veterans, families' after Taliban takes control of country
By Cara D. Clark | Aug 18, 2021
Reaction to the rapid advancement of the Taliban across Afghanistan has been met with varying degrees of disbelief, while many contend the takeover of the radical group was inevitable.
'I test myself every day': Abbott tests positive for COVID-19, on antibody treatment
By David Beasley | Aug 17, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, who has been fully vaccinated for COVID-19, tested positive Aug. 17 for the virus and is receiving Regeneron's monoclonal antibody treatment, his office said.
State ban on mask mandates 'doesn't prohibit using masks,' Abbott said
By Karen Kidd | Aug 17, 2021
The Texas Supreme Court's temporary halt earlier this week to lower court decisions overruling a state ban on mask mandates doesn't mean people can't wear masks, Gov. Greg Abbott said in a social media post.
'They help to reinforce and promote excellence': Vietnamese Culture and Science Association celebrates 25th annual luncheon
By David Beasley | Aug 17, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner praised the Vietnamese Culture and Science Association after attending the organization's 25th annual American Youth Excellence Recognition Luncheon Aug. 9.
Brady: Biden 'falls short' of employment goal in spite of record-breaking labor force participation rates
By Karla Florez | Aug 17, 2021
Despite the rising employment rate during the month of July, U.S. Rep. Kevin Brady (R-The Woodlands) notes that the Biden administration has fallen short of its job count goal by 300,000.
'Tiny changes could have huge implications': Census data reveals Texas will gain two U.S. House seats
By Art Benavidez | Aug 17, 2021
The U.S. Census Bureau has released its population data which will allow redistricting of voting districts nationwide, with Texas expected to obtain two new U.S. House seats.
Turner 'looks forward to highlighting Houston's goals, achievements' in State of the City Address in October
By John Suayan | Aug 15, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is scheduled to deliver his State of the City Address on Oct. 13.
Alvarado attempts 15-hour filibuster of GOP-backed election measure to 'give a voice to the constituents'
By John Suayan | Aug 15, 2021
A state senator on Aug. 11 attempted to stop a vote on election security legislation with an overnight filibuster.
'A huge step toward fortifying our nation’s infrastructure': Biden's $1.2 trillion infrastructure package passes Senate
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 15, 2021
On Aug. 10, the U.S. Senate approved President Joe Biden's $1 trillion infrastructure package.
Are you a DACA recipient? I want to know your story
By Representative Sylvia Garcia | Aug 13, 2021
Recently, a U.S. District Court in Texas overturned the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program which has helped thousands of people live, learn, and work in the only country they have ever known.
Middleton votes to arrest Democrat lawmakers who 'continue to not show up for work'
By Karen Kidd | Aug 12, 2021
A suburban Houston Republican State House representative was among those who voted overwhelmingly Tuesday, Aug. 10, to have minority Democrat lawmakers missing from the state arrested and brought back.
'Protecting the community during an emergency is a duty': Abbott's ban on mask mandates to receive court challenge
By John Kelly | Aug 12, 2021
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo on Aug. 10 stated that she and other county leaders authorized County Attorney Christian D. Menefee to take legal action in response to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's executive order barring jurisdictions from implementing mask mandates.
'Running a small business is a huge challenge': Harris County approves $30 million for small businesses
By John Sammon | Aug 12, 2021
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo announced on Aug. 10 a new infusion of cash totaling $30 million to help small business in Texas during the hard times of the COVID-19 pandemic.
'Stay healthy': COVID-19 infection rates increase among Houston city staff
By Timothy Stuckey | Aug 12, 2021
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has recently reported an increase in the number of city employees infected with COVID-19.
Abbott: Wayward Democrats need ‘to return to work’
By Tamara Browning | Aug 12, 2021
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott implored Texas Democrats to do their jobs in light of the Supreme Court of Texas’ denial on Aug. 9 of their request to overturn Abbott’s June veto of funding legislative pay.
'Taking action to help mitigate the recent rise in COVID-19 cases': Abbott details Texas' approach to virus spread
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 12, 2021
On Aug. 9, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced how the state will take action as Texas faces a resurgence of COVID-19 cases.
Jackson Lee: Leland ‘was a true visionary’
By Tamara Browning | Aug 12, 2021
The current Texas U.S. Representative for the 18th Congressional District has noted the legacy of her predecessor as the 32nd anniversary of his death was observed.
Abbott remembers 'extraordinary heroes' on Purple Heart Day
By Steven Hughes | Aug 12, 2021
Gov. Greg Abbott took to Twitter to honor Purple Heart Day, a day to acknowledge and remember the sacrifices of the military.