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Houston Galveston Institute to Provide Free Counseling Services at 37 Schools in the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
The Houston Galveston Institute (HGI Counseling) will provide free counseling services to students and families at 37 Lamar Consolidated Independent School District (LCISD)
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LEAD’s “Poker With A Purpose” Offers a Charitable Twist On Casino Night
Philanthropy comes to casino night in benefit of LEAD, a Houston area youth organization
On April 24, 2018, Houston’s own LEAD (Letting Everyone Achieve Dreams) will present “Poker With A Purpose” in benefit of their growing youth programs. Hosted by Kirby Ice House, registration will be available from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. followed by charity poker, craps and blackjack games.
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Senator Borris Miles Job Fair Fills 300 Jobs in Minority Communities
Job Fair brings together nearly 60 employers, more than 400 job seekers
Senator Borris L. Miles successfully hosted a Job Fair at Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church, bringing together nearly 60 employers, more than 400 job seekers and filling more than 300 positions.
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Texas Congresswoman Veronica Escobar Endorses Joe Biden
Escobar 8th Congressional Hispanic Caucus Member to Back Biden
Today, Texas Congresswoman Veronica Escobar released the following statement endorsing Joe Biden for President of the United States:
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Mayor Turner Appoints New Director of Communications
Mayor Sylvester Turner has appointed Mary Benton as the new Director of Communications effective immediately. Benton brings valuable years of experience in media relations, strategic communications, crisis communications, and social media strategy.
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HISD names Houston law enforcement veteran as new police chief
The Houston Independent School District has named Pedro Lopez Jr., a Houston Police Department assistant chief with 32 years of experience, as the new chief of the HISD Police Department.
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Congressman Al Green Joined Mayor Sylvester Turner, Houston Health Department, Texas Department of Emergency Management for Announcement of New Coronavirus Testing Site in Sunnyside
On Wednesday, April 29, 2020, Congressman Al Green joined Mayor Sylvester Turner as well as representatives from the Houston Health Department and Texas Department of Emergency Management to announce a new coronavirus testing site in Sunnyside, located in the Ninth Congressional District. Congressman Green released the following statement:
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HISD names Houston law enforcement veteran as new police chief
The Houston Independent School District has named Pedro Lopez Jr., a Houston Police Department assistant chief with 32 years of experience, as the new chief of the HISD Police Department.
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First sentencing set in hazing death of Penn State fraternity pledge
A former Penn State University fraternity brother faces sentencing Tuesday for his role in the alcohol-fueled death of a pledge. Ryan Burke, 21, pleaded guilty last month to four counts of hazing and five counts related to unlawful acts involving liquor, the office of Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro said.
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Program Will Reimburse Eligible Homeowners for Harvey-Related Repairs
The Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD) is releasing a new tip sheet for homeowners making repairs to their Harvey-damaged homes. Later this year, the City of Houston will launch a Homeowner Reimbursement Program to reimburse homeowners for eligible repair expenses.
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¡Bienvenidos! A New Way to Connect with METRO on Social MediaSty
METRO is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month by launching the Authority's first Spanish-language social media account, @metrohouston_esp on Instagram. The social media platform will be home to video content exclusively produced to reach a wider network of customers.
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Gun in woman's purse fires inside Pasco Publix, husband shot in checkout lane
A man was shot inside a Land O' Lakes Publix on Sunday when a gun inside a purse unexpectedly fired.
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Grand Opening and Panel Talk on Wome n's Suffrage to Be Held on June 18 at TSLA C in conjunction with “Women’s Power, Women’s Vote” exhibit
Grand Opening and Panel Talk on Women's Suffrage to Be Held on June 18 at TSLAC in conjunction with “Women’s Power, Women’s Vote” exhibit
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BSO musicians locked out of after failed salary negotiations with management
Musicians with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra will not be going to work.
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In Japan, Trump accuses Jussie Smollett of hate crime against his supporters
President Donald Trump took time from his Japan state visit Sunday to slam actor Jussie Smollett for not apologizing to his supporters after his alleged staged attack.
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Gigi Wu, Taiwanese 'bikini hiker,' dies after mountain fall
Gigi Wu, a Taiwanese internet star famous for hiking mountains, has been found dead after falling into a gorge 30 meters deep (100 feet), the island's state media reported.
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Jason Taylor Foundation’s Bluapple Poetry Network receives Broward College Grant for MLK Day of Service Event “Write to Ride” Inspired by the Freedom Riders
The bluapple Poetry Network’s C.O.R.E will take to the streets in honor of the Freedom Riders with a ride of their own on Monday, January 15 as part of Broward College’s MLK Day of Service.
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FSU Professor Offers Expertise On Project Honoring Civil Rights Icon Fannie Lou Hamer
Davis W. Houck, Florida State University’s Fannie Lou Hamer Professor of Rhetorical Studies, is offering his expertise to help guide the production of a new documentary and curriculum about civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer.
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Alert #3: METRO Limiting Afternoon/Evening Service Due to Winter Storm
METRO will be curtailing local bus route service this afternoon as officials continue to advise everyone to stay off the roads due to dangerous, icy conditions. Beginning at 2 p.m. today, frequent routes will run every 30 minutes. Other routes will run approximately every hour. METRORail is also experiencing delays as a result of the winter storm. There are several bus shuttles on portions of the Green and Purple Lines.
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Alert #5: METRO Bus Service to Remain Suspended Through Wednesday Morning
Hazardous road conditions are forcing METRO bus services to remain suspended through the morning of Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018. With overnight temperatures expected to stay well below freezing, driving conditions will continue to be treacherous.
