Texas Bill Would Let Adoption Agencies Refuse Parents On Religious Grounds
Texas lawmakers are poised to vote on a bill that would allow adoption agencies to turn away potential parents they find objectionable on religious grounds.
5 Things for Monday, May 8: France, Chibok Girls, Health Care
France has a new president. Learn more about him and everything else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Obamas Donating $2 Million to South Side Summer Jobs Program
Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama announced a new financial commitment to the South Side of Chicago Tuesday, the eventual home of Obama's presidential library.
H-E-B to Announce Statewide Winners in 2017 Excellence in Education Awards
H-E-B will announce statewide winners of the 2017 Excellence in Education Awards at special ceremony featuring keynote speaker Dr. Robert Gates. The award ceremony is Sunday, May 7 at 7 p.m. at Austin Hilton Hotel, 500 East 4th Street, Austin, …
NALEO Stands with Texas Latino Legislators and Law Enforcement in Strong Opposition to ‘Show Me Your Papers’ Legislation
The National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) today issued the following statement in strong opposition to SB 4 passed by the Texas State Legislature:
Congressman Al Green’s Statement on House Passage of TrumpCare
Rep. Al Green (D-TX), a member of the House Financial Services Committee issued the following statement on the House passage of TrumpCare:
State Representative Jarvis Johnson Live From FOX 7 Studio Discussing HB625
A Texas lawmaker wants to help bring mental health awareness to police departments across the Lone Star State. State Representative Jarvis Johnson joins us in the FOX 7 studio to discuss this further.
For Cinco de Mayo, Sens. Cornyn, Menendez Celebrate Contributions of Mexican-Americans with Bipartisan Resolution
In observance of Cinco de Mayo, U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Bob Menendez (D-NJ) led a group of Senators in introducing a bipartisan resolution recognizing the significance of this Mexican-American holiday commemorating May 5, 1862, when the Battle of …
Immigration Supporters March to Houston City Hall for May Day
Activists in the Houston community, labor union members and students from all walks of life gathered Monday under the banner of Houston Unido in response to what organizers are calling an attack on immigrants and low-income communities in Houston.
Over 60 Entities Holding May Elections in Harris County
Saturday, May 6, 2017, is Election Day for voters in sixty-four political subdivisions in Harris County. Polling locations will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Over half of the county’s 2.2 million registered voters are eligible to vote …
Governor Abbott Hosts Zika Prevention Roundtable In Brownsville, TX
Governor Greg Abbott and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Commissioner Dr. John Hellerstedt today hosted a Zika prevention roundtable with community leaders and health officials from Cameron and Hidalgo Counties. During the discussion, the Governor discussed collaboration with …
Houston Native Participates in Community Outreach During USS Sterett's Hong Kong Port Visit
HONG KONG (May 2, 2017) Chief Aviation Machinist’s Mate Carolyn Felix-White, a Houston native assigned to the Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 49 detachment aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Sterett (DDG 104), draws with a student at the Cheerland …
Why House Republicans Are Convinced They Have to Pass a Health Care Bill
House Republicans' decision to schedule a Thursday vote on a bill that reforms and replaces the Affordable Care Act suggests they are now willing to roll the dice even though the final outcome is far from certain.
African American Sorority Targeted In Racist Incident at American University
Bring first is certainly not easy. Taylor Dumpson is one who knows. What was supposed to be a wonderful time of celebration and feeling of great accomplishment was turned into something hateful and fearful.
Trump's Damaging Start
The reviews of Donald Trump's first 100 days have generally focused on his failures, flip-flops and follies. We've heard a lot about what he's failed to achieve, but far too little about what he is intent on doing.
