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Mexican Citizen Stole Woman’s Identity to Vote in Texas Elections, Authorities Say
A Mexican citizen living in Houston stole another woman's identity to vote illegally, the Texas attorney general's office says. Laura Janeth Garza, 38, was indicted last week on two counts of illegal voting.
The League’s County Election Website Review Finds Fewer Counties With Outstanding Websites
In preparation for the 2022 General Election, the League of Women Voters of Texas completed its ninth review of county election websites. The League commends the 35 websites rated as “outstanding” and the 32 websites rated as “very good” We offer congratulations to these counties and celebrate all counties, large and small, which meet the needs of their voters.
Commissioner Ellis and Civic Leaders Announce Non-Partisan Campaign Using Billboards to Encourage Voter Registration
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, NAACP Houston Branch President Dr. James Douglas, LULAC District Director Alfonso Maldonado, and Lee Vela, Vice President of Public Affairs at Clear Channel Outdoor will launch a public service campaign, using 20 billboards, to encourage voter registration and electoral participation.
Delta Sigma Theta, Harris County DA’s Office Host #NotMeToo Seminar
HOUSTON AWARENESS + ACTION = SOCIAL CHANGE
The Bay Area Houston Alumnae (BAHA) Chapter of Delta Sigma Sorority, Inc., in partnership with the Harris County District Attorney Office Sex Crimes Division presents: #Not ME TOO, A Conversation Between Sisters, Women, and Friends!
Texas State Historical Marker Honors the Astrodome
The Harris County Historical Commission will dedicate a new Texas State Historical Marker for the Astrodome this Tuesday afternoon, May 29 at 3:00 PM. The event will be held on the west side of the Astrodome at NRG Park. Parking should be accessed through Gate 9 at Westridge and Kirby. The lot will open at 2:00 PM that afternoon.
Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2018 Crowned in Orlando
Jessica Baeder was crowned Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2018 in Orlando at the Orange County Convention Center. Baeder is the embodiment of MAOTeen's mission to be the nation's leading program for scholastic achievement, healthy living and community involvement of our nation's youth.
Waller County Voter Suppression Continues Against Students at Prairie View A&M University
Waller County once again voted last night to deny students at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) equal and accessible access to vote on campus in the first early vote week of the midterm election.
Harris County Public Health Announces First Known Case of UK COVID-19
Individual Recovering in Isolation, Epidemiological Investigations are underway to identify,
Free Adult Programs From Harris County Department of Education’s Adult Education
The Harris County Department of Education is offering free Adult Education program in both English and Spanish.
Rockets Partner with Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen for Hurricane Ian Relief Drive
The Fertitta Family, Houston Rockets and Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen are teaming up to host a relief drive for victims of Hurricane Ian which caused widespread damage last week in the southeast United States.
League of Women Voters of Texas Announces 2022–2024 Board of Directors
The League of Women Voters of Texas (LWVTX) today announced who will serve on its 2022–2024 Board of Directors. Representing counties across the state, the slate was approved by members at the recent LWVTX Annual State Convention.
HISD to receive 250 bicycles from Houston Parks Board to create Art Bike Parade entries
The Houston Independent School District this weekend will receive 250 new bicycles donated by the Houston Parks Board, in collaboration with the Orange Show Center of Visionary Art, to enable students and teachers to create entries for the city’s inaugural Art Bike Parade on Saturday, May 9.
Houston Health Department offering 7,900 COVID-19 vaccination appointment slots for week of April 12
The Houston Health Department is offering approximately 7,900 COVID-19 vaccination appointment slots for the week of April 12, 2021.
18th Annual Fashions with Flair Goes Virtual
Starting at 5pm on Friday September 17th and going until 3pm on Saturday September 18th, the Clearwater Community Volunteers are bringing Fashions with Flair to supporters around the world – virtually.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George Statement On SB7
The Texas House Democrats killed Senate Bill 7 late Sunday night when they took a stand against the most restrictive bill since the end of Reconstruction, which echoed Jim Crow-era policies, by walking off the state House floor, leaving majority Republicans without the quorum they needed to approve the bill before the midnight deadline.
One in Four Latino Registered Voters Have Voted Early in Election 2018
One day before voters head to the polls for the 2018 midterm elections, the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund and Latino Decisions released the results of the final wave of its ten-week national tracking poll of Latino registered voters.
Black College Student Finds Sweet Success Selling Dessert-Like Candles
Dominique Shawn Norwood from South Orange-Maplewood, New Jersey, is a college student at William Paterson University, but she is also the CEO and Founder of Dom's Dessert Candles.
National Donate Life Blue & Green Day
Blue and Green Lights to Shine in Houston, Fort Worth and Lubbock/Amarillo
LifeGift is lighting up Southeast, North and West Texas in blue and green to increase awareness of organ, eye and tissue donation in April, which is National Donate Life Month (NDLM). This annual observance features an entire month of local, regional and national activities to help encourage Americans to register as organ, eye and tissue donors and to honor heroes who have saved lives through the gift of donation. During this unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, LifeGift also shines a light this year for our hospital and transplant center partners as they continue to provide our communities with heroic care.
Astrodome Conservancy hosts 3rd annual Race for the Dome on Saturday, Apr. 15 with registration now open
The Astrodome Conservancy will host the 3rd annual RACE FOR THE DOME, with registration now open to the public. Join the fun on Saturday, April 15 to race around the iconic Astrodome with hundreds of Dome-lovers and fans in support of a bright future for the Eighth Wonder of the World. Proceeds benefit the Astrodome Conservancy.
Commissioner Rodney Ellis Condemns Voter Suppression Tactics by Shadowy Group with Partisan Ties
Residents Encouraged to be Vigilant
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis warns residents to be aware of a potential voter suppression group that had canvassers knocking on doors attempting to coerce voters into sharing personal information and signing legal affidavits.
