San Antonio police officer accused of doctoring traffic tickets to get overtime
Allegations that an officer changed dates and times on traffic tickets has led to suspension of a federal grant that helps police enforce traffic laws in San Antonio.
‘The Party of the Hat’ shows love, perseverance and family union
Maria Elena Alcolea’s new children’s book offers the tale in both English and Spanish
Beto Proposes Reforms to Presidential Pardons, Emoluments Enforcement
Beto proposes to limit the presidential pardon to stop presidents from pardoning close associates and family members
3 Ways To Guard Against Letting Someone’s Betrayal Define Your Life
Betrayal comes in many variations: a friend gossiping about a secret you shared in confidence; a relative taking advantage of your hospitality to steal from you; a spouse engaging in an affair.
New Brand Launched Visit Lake Charles: Louisiana’s Playground
The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau (Visit Lake Charles) revealed a new brand for the destination earlier today at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles, surrounded by colleagues, community leaders and hospitality industry executives from around the country. Miles …
Peace Starts With Me is sweeping through Windy City
Peace Starts With Me (PSWM) is sweeping through the Windy City on October 19th to shine a light on activists making a difference in the lives of local youth with the Peace Starts With Me Chicago Gala followed by the …
Bill Recognizing ‘Hidden Figures’ for Contributions to U.S. During the Space Race Headed to be Signed Into Law
U.S. Senators Kamala D. Harris (D-CA), Chris Coons (D-DE), and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), along with U.S. Representatives Eddie Bernice Johnson (D-TX) and Frank Lucas (R- OK), applauded the congressional passage of a bipartisan bill they introduced, along with hundreds of …
Houston Mayoral Candidate Derrick Broze Releases Spanish Ad
Houston Mayoral Candidate Derrick Broze has released a new ad outlining his vision for the City of Houston. Derrick Broze released a new video titled "Imagine a New Houston" which briefly explains his 9 focal points for his Mayoral campaign.
A Matter of Life and Death
All oppressed people know this feeling. Tevye expressed it best in “Fiddler on the Roof” when he said there are times “when our hearts lie panting on the floor.”
Governor Abbott Announces Senior Staff Departure
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the departure of his Special Advisor, David Whitley, from the Office of the Governor after nearly 15 years of state service. As part of his most recent duties, Whitley helped oversee the Governor’s Office of …
Both Parties Drug Pricing Plans Would Chill Innovation and Threaten American Lives
Since Nancy Pelosi became House Speaker in 2007, Republicans have spent an incredible amount of time and energy pushing back against her progressive policy proposals. That's why it's odd that the GOP's newest drug pricing bill is a watered-down copy …
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Applauds Committee Passage of Legislation Designed to Protect American Elections
Jackson Lee—“I am very pleased that the bill marked up in Committee and favorably reported to the full House of Representatives incorporates significant portions of my bill, H.R. 2353, the “Duty to Refuse and Report Act,” which imposes affirmative duties …
Free Round-Trip Rides to the Polls
As with all recent November general elections, METRO is providing complimentary trips to polling locations in our service area. Voters can ride at no charge on METRORail, local buses, and METROLift.
First Lady Cecilia Abbott Honored With Les Femme Du Monde Woman Of The Year Award
Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott was honored yesterday evening in Dallas at the Les Femme du Monde (LFDM) Woman of the Year Award Dinner, where the organization celebrated the First Lady's charitable works and service to the state of Texas. …
Atatiana Jefferson, Killed by Police Officer in Her Own Home
Atatiana Jefferson, a 2014 Xavier University biology graduate who worked in the pharmaceutical industry and was contemplating becoming a doctor, lived a life of purpose that mattered to all of those who gathered for a vigil on Sunday, Oct. 13, …
