The Keys to Outfitting Your First Apartment on a Budget
Moving into a place of your own for the first time is a huge step. I remember my first post-college apartment move. It was nothing special, but it was mine. It came with a few new challenges and responsibilities and …
Garcia on the Go May 2017
The pace in the Texas Legislature is at full speed with the end of the session quickly approaching on May 29th. I am working hard to pass legislation that would greatly benefit the constituents of Senate District 6, and all …
County Attorney Vince Ryan Obtains Order Shutting Down Unlicensed After-Hours Bar in Southwest Houston
Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan obtained a court order on Friday shutting down Avani Lounge, an unlicensed bar in Southwest Houston. When Houston Police officers served the court order early Sunday morning, they found 600 patrons inside the bar with …
ACLU of Texas Files Suit on Behalf of Homeless Houstonians
The ACLU of Texas announced today that it had filed a lawsuit on behalf of three homeless Houstonian plaintiffs adversely affected by the City of Houston's camping and panhandling ordinances. Taken together, these ordinances illegally deprive homeless Houstonians of shelter, …
5 Things Your Yard Does for You (even when you are away)
You might be taking a summer vacation this year, but did you know your living landscape (grass, trees, shrubs, and flowering plants) never takes a break? Even when we’re sleeping or spending time away from home, our family yards are …
Barron Trump to attend St. Andrew's Episcopal School
He will attend St. Andrew's Episcopal School
National Urban League Young Professionals (NULYP) Announces 2017 NULYP Honors Award Winners
National Urban League Young Professionals (NULYP) recognizes 10 outstanding young professionals who exemplify the National Urban League mission through their professional and personal contributions to community and service. This class of YP Honors recipients represent a diverse field of industries …
No Clear Path For Trump To Quell Uproar Over Comey
The fallout from his decision continues to shake Washington
GOP Health Care Working Group Runs Into A Few Early Obstacles
It's tough math and although it is early in the process, so far the GOP's health care working group -- a collection of 13 GOP senators -- has already encountered some of the same hurdles that hindered the House's efforts, …
Yvette Miley Honored with NABJ's Lifetime Achievement Award
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) has selected Yvette Miley as the recipient of its 2017 Chuck Stone Lifetime Achievement Award.
Congressman Al Green Calls for the Impeachment of President Trump
On Monday, May 15, 2017 Congressman Al Green (TX-9), released the following statement:
SWAT Team kills Inmate Who Took Hostage at Illinois Hospital
A SWAT team killed a jail inmate who'd taken a woman hostage Saturday inside a suburban Chicago hospital, authorities said.
Donald Trump's Disastrously Bad Week in Washington
Donald Trump's week started with Sally Yates' damning testimony about Michael Flynn and ended with a series of wild tweets and an ever-changing story about exactly why he chose to fire FBI Director James Comey.
Rex Tillerson Responds to John McCain's Criticism
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson defended himself Sunday from criticism leveled at him by Sen. John McCain.
Baby On Board Badge Not Just for Cars in New York
The "Baby on Board" motto works for more than just car commuters. At least that's what the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority hopes as it launches an awareness campaign to encourage courtesy in subway cars.
