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'Things are trending in the right direction': CenterPoint Energy crews work to restore services post-Nicholas
By John Suayan | Sep 19, 2021
Crews with CenterPoint Energy jumped into action as soon as reports of power outages trickled in following Hurricane Nicholas’s landfall along the upper Texas Gulf Coast.
'Conditions remain dangerous' as Hurricane Nicholas makes its way to Texas
By Zachary Richter | Sep 16, 2021
The exact location of the landfall of Nicholas was approximately 10 miles west-southwest of Sargent Beach, gushing in with winds of 75 mph. However, just hours after it hit the land, it was categorized as a tropical storm with winds of 70 mph.
Even without new state census data, other findings show that Texans need bold action
By Every Texan | Sep 14, 2021
Most years, the Census Bureau releases in September new data from the American Community Survey (ACS) about poverty, health, income and housing in Texas. This year, however, the Census will not release 2020 state ACS data, which has been deemed statistically unreliable due to data collection issues related to the pandemic.
'One of Houston's greatest champions': Houston native Beyoncé turns 40
By Zachary Richter | Sep 10, 2021
Beyoncé's rise to fame was with Destiny Child, where she was the lead singer in the 1990s. This Houston native has never looked back and has made several global impacts.
'An astounding feat': Houston area sets new COVID hospitalization record
By Christina Heath | Aug 22, 2021
As of Aug. 18, the Houston area has a set new record for the number of COVID-19-related hospitalizations.
New poll finds most Americans 'disapprove' of shaming those who haven't opted-in to COVID-19 vaccine
By Trina Thomas | Aug 19, 2021
The majority of Americans are against publicly shaming those who have chosen not to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
'The delta variant is spreading rapidly': Houston hospitals report bed, staff shortages
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 15, 2021
Hospitals in the Houston area and across the state of Texas are facing a shortage of beds as the delta variant of COVID-19 rapidly spreads across the region.
'Record numbers': Fletcher urges uninsured residents to sign up for health care while enrollment is still open
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 12, 2021
A special enrollment period is still open through Aug. 15 for Texas residents to sign up for healthcare through the ACA Health Care marketplace.
DePelchin Children’s Center’s 'All Dads Succeed' program helps fathers navigate parenthood
By Valerie Bonk | Aug 12, 2021
The DePelchin Children's Center has a new program for the area that helps dads find their way.
Poll finds 'pride' and 'patriotism' are popular sentiments around the American flag
By Art Benavidez | Aug 4, 2021
If a new poll is any indication, Americans will feel pride and patriotism when watching the Tokyo Olympics – as those are the sentiments people expressed when they see the U.S. flag.
Poll: About half of Americans oppose schools teaching critical race theory
By Caleb Lombardo | Aug 4, 2021
A recent poll conducted by Convention of States Action (COSA) and the Trafalgar Group shows that parents in the U.S. believe that parents should take action if critical race theory is being taught in their child's school.
'The Delta variant is far more transmissible': COVID-19 cases soar in Houston
By John Sammon | Jul 29, 2021
It seems that people who refuse to get a COVID-19 vaccination in Texas communities like Houston are fueling a new upsurge in cases, causing health officials to raise the threat level from the second lowest tier (yellow) to the second highest (orange) on July 22.
'We hope this season brings you joy': Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha
By John Kelly | Jul 22, 2021
Muslims worldwide are celebrating Eid al-Adha, an Islamic religious festival that commemorates Prophet Abraham's faithfulness to God after being tested with the unfulfilled command to sacrifice his son Ishmael.
American Red Cross to public as the world heats up from climate change: 'Always have a plan for cool'
By Trina Thomas | Jul 22, 2021
As climate change is creating record-breaking temperatures this summer, the American Red Cross offers up their best tips and tricks on how to beat the heat.
'I wanted you to chill': Turner's unscripted rap highlight of 713 Day at Houston-opoly
By Karen Kidd | Jul 19, 2021
Mayor Sylvester Turner recently performed at a 713 Day holiday celebration in Houston.
'A historic day': Fort Bend County judge reacts to Branson's space flight
By April Bamburg | Jul 17, 2021
Billionaire Richard Branson made history on July 11 when he and five crew members of the Virgin Galactic Unity crew rocketed far enough above the desert of Truth or Consequences, New Mexico, to experience weightlessness and see the curve of the earth.
Houston holds ceremony for renovated Hartman Park, 'the center of life here in this community'
By Art Benavidez | Jul 13, 2021
The city recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new playground at Hartman Park.
'Just what we need:' Eternal Gandhi Museum to open its doors in Houston
By Valerie Bonk | Jul 11, 2021
Houston will soon see the doors of the Eternal Gandhi Museum open to the public with the goal of preserving the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi.
'Respected officer of the Kingwood Patrol Division' in Houston shot, injured in the line of duty
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 11, 2021
On July 5, Houston police officer Sam Cleveland was shot while responding to a disturbance at an apartment complex.
'Now's the time:' Adoption fees waived at Harris County Pets through July 11
By Valerie Bonk | Jul 8, 2021
Adoption fees are waived for furry friends at Harris County Pets through Sunday, July 11.