Elite NYC Chef Duo Joins Forces to Announce HUNGRY Launch
Chefs Tom Colicchio and Brandon Crowe announce the launch of HUNGRY NYC, offering their fellow chefs access to industry-shattering income stream.
China censors CNN's coverage of truck deaths in the UK
Chinese censors on Thursday cut off CNN's coverage of the deaths of 39 Chinese nationals found in a truck in England the day before. It is not uncommon for China to censor negative or sensitive stories covered by international broadcasters.
Bayou City Art Festival Producer Art Colony Association, Inc. Names New Executive Director
The Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA), a nonprofit organization dedicated to producing the Bayou City Art Festivals, recently named Kelly Batterson as the new Executive Director. Batterson is passionate about art and has extensive experience with all aspects of event production and sponsorship development.
Halloween is Texas’ Top Day for Vehicle Break-ins and Thefts
Allstate offers tips to keep your vehicle and valuables safe this Halloween
In addition to keeping your family safe while trick-or-treating this Halloween, it’s also important to protect your car. More vehicles are broken into or stolen in Texas on Oct. 31 than any other day of the year, according to data from Allstate Insurance.
Reps. Al Green (TX-09), Judy Chu (CA-27), Sylvia Garcia (TX-29), and William Lacy Clay (MO-01) Introduce Limited English Proficiency Data Acquisition in Mortgage Lending Act of 2019
On Tuesday, October 22, 2019, Congressman Al Green, Congresswoman Judy Chu, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia, and Congressman William Lacy Clay introduced H.R. 4783 and released the following statement:
Advocacy Organizations Urge Texas Counties to Implement Secure Voting Machines
The American Civil Liberties Union of Texas, Protect Democracy, the ACLU Voting Rights Project, and Public Citizen today sent letters to 29 Texas counties urging the adoption of secure, paper-based voting machines ahead of the 2020 elections. The identified counties currently use paperless machines, which the groups argue present significant risk to election security.
Texas Comptroller Visits University of Houston for Good for Texas Tour: Cybersecurity Edition
In the southeast Texas stop of his Good for Texas Tour: Cybersecurity Edition, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today visited the University of Houston (UH), an emerging leader in cybersecurity education and research.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Looks Forward to Celebrating the Houston Astros’ 2019 World Series Title with Washington’s own Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a senior member of the House Committees on Judiciary, Homeland Security, and Budget, issued this statement ahead of Game 1 of the World Series between the Houston Astros and the Washington Nationals:
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Applauds House Passage of the Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act
Jackson Lee—“Doping fraud is a crime in which big money, state assets, and transnational criminals are involved and honest athletes and companies are defrauded. This practice, some of it state-sanctioned, has the ability to undermine international relations, and is often connected to more nefarious actions by state actors. “This is why I introduced RADA. When enacted into law, the Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act will establish criminal penalties for participating in a scheme in commerce to influence a major international sport competition through prohibited substances or methods; provide restitution to victims of such conspiracies; protect whistleblowers from retaliation; and establish coordination and sharing of information with the United States Anti-Doping Agency.”
Fall Classic
Houston Astros take on the Washington Nationals in Game 1 of the 2019 World Series
Just in case you have been living under a rock here in Houston, let me bring you up to speed. The 115th renewal of the World Series begins today between the American League Champions, Houston Astros and the National League Champions, Washington Nationals.
Several METRO Routes Detoured During World Series Games
Beginning this afternoon, several METRO bus stops are closed due to detours and street closures because of the World Series games. The stops are impacted on every game day from 3 p.m. until 1 a.m. METRO staff will be on hand to help customers navigate the changes.
Man diagnosed with schizophrenia releases autobiography
Victor Roberts opens up about his experiences as a paranoid schizophrenic
A man diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia opens up about his struggles, pain and loss in his recently-published autobiography, “Living with Paranoid Schizophrenia” (published by Xlibris).
Animal Defenders International urges public to avoid elephant rides at Texas Renaissance Festival
Elephants supplied for rides at this year’s Texas Renaissance Festival in Todd Mission have been filmed by Animal Defenders International (ADI) being beaten by their handler, Mike Swain of Trunks & Humps, during training. ADI is asking the public not to pay for the elephant rides at the festival, which continues every weekend through December 1, as well as on Black Friday (November 29).
A young boy enjoys his experience at the zoo together with his imaginary friend
John Osback announces the release of ‘Joey the Blue Monkey’
When John Osback was 4 years old, his father, mother and grandfather took him to the zoo. When they got to the monkeys, he told them he had a blue monkey on his shoulder. His grandfather laughed and said he had pink elephants. At 4 years old, he did not get the joke.
Houston Astros Statement About Recent Comments
The Houston Astros released the following statements from Assistant General Manager Brandon Taubman and Owner and Chaiman Jim Crane:
Artist Residency Program Ucross Announces Inaugural Founder's Dinner to Honor Legacy of Raymond Plank
Former Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will receive The Raymond Plank Award for Visionary Leadership at the event
Ucross, a prestigious artist residency program and creative laboratory for the arts, today announced their inaugural Founder’s Dinner & Benefit, to be held on November 2, 2019 in Houston, Texas. The event will honor the legacy of Raymond Plank – WWII bomber pilot, business leader, philanthropist, and founder of Ucross – one year after his passing. Plank lived and worked in Houston after moving Apache Corporation to Texas in the mid-1990s.
Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At Texas Oil & Gas Association Lone Star Energy Forum In Austin
Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) Lone Star Energy Forum in Austin. The Governor thanked oil and gas industry leaders for their contributions to Texas' economic success and congratulated TXOGA on its 100th anniversary.
This Holiday Shopping Card Offers 20 Percent Discount at Over 550 Participating Greater Houston Retailers
Shop, save money and save lives through the purchase of The Holiday Shopping Card, which takes place, October 24 – November 3, 2019. With the purchase of The Card for $75, shoppers receive a 20 percent discount at more than 550 participating retailers throughout the Greater Houston Area or free eats at participating restaurants. One hundred percent of The Card purchase benefits the American Cancer Society, providing much needed services such as transportation to and from treatment and cutting-edge research. Shoppers can purchase The Holiday Shopping Card online now at www.holidayshoppingcard.com or at participating area merchants in October.
Nicholas the Dolphin Predicts World Series Champs
Rescued dolphin at Clearwater Marine Aquarium chooses the Washington Nationals to win the pennant
Will the powerhouse Houston Astros beat the surprising Washington Nationals in the 2019 World Series? With the first game of the series matchup happening tonight at 8:08 p.m. EST, Nicholas the rescued dolphin at Clearwater Marine Aquarium has selected the National League champion Washington Nationals to take the pennant. When the Astros were in the 2017 playoffs, Nick surprised Vegas when he chose them to win the World Series. Now in 2019, he has another surprising selection! Sorry, Astros fans.
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner proclaimed himself proud today to receive endorsements from Fort Bend County elected officials
At a news conference in Chasewood, part of Fort Bend County in the City of Houston, elected officials lined up to praise the Mayor for his work in their community. Endorsers included County Judge K.P. George, Commissioner Ken DeMerchant, Precinct 4, District Attorney Brian Middleton, Constable Daryl L. Smith Sr., Precinct 2, State Representative Ron Reynolds and Fort Bend County Democratic Party Chair Cynthia Ginyard. Commissioner Grady Prestage, Precinct 2, District Clerk Beverly Walker and Senator Borris Miles are also endorsing Mayor Turner but were unable to attend the news conference.
