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Celebrate the Flavors of Fall
Use a pantry staple to spice up comfort food classics
As chilly weather sets in and days get shorter, comfort food favorites once again fill menus. While traditional flavor combinations typically hold a special place in many families’ hearts and on their plates, there is almost always room to add new and exciting flavors to tried-and-true favorites.
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Houston METRO Bond Proposal Election: Voters Favor Measure
Houston voters appeared to favor a $3.5 billion bond proposal intended to fund METRO projects with the aim of improving public transportation systems and easing traffic congestion in the city.
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Turner to Face Tony In Runoff for Houston Mayor
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner is heading to a runoff against high-profile attorney Tony Buzbee in his rowdy reelection race. With all vote centers reporting Wednesday morning, Turner had 47% of the vote in unofficial returns to 28% for Buzbee.
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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. Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019 from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m.
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5 Things You Can Do Right Now to Improve Your Nutrition
Making lifestyle changes isn’t always the easiest, especially when it comes to eating habits. To make this change a bit easier for you, we’ve listed 5 simple steps you can take today to get the ball rolling!
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The 2020 Census, Stand Up and Be Counted
A new report should raise alarms about the upcoming 2020 census. According to the Pew Research Center, the good news is that the overwhelming majority of Americans are aware of the census, and over eight in 10 say they are likely to participate. The bad news is that nearly one in four blacks, young people, and lower income people and one in five Hispanics are uncertain or reluctant to participate. If not changed, that could have truly negative impact on the most vulnerable.
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Holding Players More Accountable for Their Actions
Manny Ramirez, Jose’ Canseco, Dwight Gooden, Darryl Strawberry, and Bobby Cox are some of the many professional athletes in baseball that have been charged with domestic violence at least once. Despite the charge, some of them continued to have careers in the game after paying penalties.
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What’s New in Montgomery -The City Welcomes New Hotels, Flights, Events and Cultural Attractions-
On August 23, Montgomery announced plans to develop a world-class outdoor recreation center anchored by an Olympic-standard recirculating whitewater course.
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Houston Texans Celebrate NFL 100 in the Annual Homecoming Game Presented By Palais Royal
The Houston Texans will welcome former Texans players on Sunday, Oct. 27 when they take on the Oakland Raiders in the annual Homecoming Game presented by Palais Royal. This game will conclude the Texans’ Fantennial Weekend in honor of celebrating 100 years of the NFL. Kickoff is set for 3:25 p.m. CT at NRG Stadium and will be broadcasted on CBS.
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Emerald Brand Moves Global Headquarters to Huntington, NY, Continues Warehouse Expansion
Emerald Brand Moves Global Headquarters to Huntington, NY, Continues Warehouse Expansion
Emerald Brand announced today it will be moving its global headquarters to Huntington, New York and adding a fourth warehouse distribution location to Hauppauge, New York, with additional distribution centers planned to open in 2020.
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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.
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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:
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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).
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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.
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Fort Bend County elected officials endorse Mayor Sylvester Turner
Published on October 22, 2019
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Fort Bend County elected officials endorse Mayor Sylvester Turner
Published on October 22, 2019
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Judge Maria T. Jackson kicks off campaign for Harris County Commissioner Precinct 1
Standing on the steps of the Harris County Courthouse and surrounded by more than 60 friends, family and supporters, Judge Maria T. Jackson today kicked off her campaign to be the next commissioner for Harris County Precinct 1.
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Beto Describes How His Work on Veterans Affairs and Arms Services Committees Shaped His Foreign Policy View, on 1A
Today, Beto was interviewed on NPR’s “1A.” Beto discussed a variety of topics over the nearly 30 minute interview, including the President’s recent actions in Syria. Beto detailed how his time on the House Veterans Affairs and House Arms Services Committees shaped his foreign policy view:
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Astros to Host World Series Games 1 and 2
Ticketed fans encouraged to arrive early for Postseason Street Fests, special pregame ceremonies and gate giveaways on Tuesday and Wednesday October 22-23
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Governor Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration Following Severe Weather Across Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a disaster declaration for 16 Texas counties as a result of severe weather sustained across Texas last night. In addition to providing any and all state resources to local officials, this declaration will waive certain regulations, allowing utility companies to bring in out-of-state resources to assist in restoring power as quickly as possible.
