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Houston Could Renovate Astrodome
The Oilers last played in Houston in 1996, and their stadium, the Astrodome, was declared unfit for occupancy in 2009. But the Astrodome, as dilapidated as it is, still stands in the parking lot of NRG Stadium.
Governor Abbott Appoints Betancourt To Texas Facilities Commission
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Eddy Betancourt to the Texas Facilities Commission for a term set to expire on January 31, 2023. The commission controls state buildings, grounds, or property and responsibility for maintenance, repair and construction of state buildings for the state.
Rep Alvarado bill helps to put animal abuser behind bars
I was honored to receive the Humane Legislator award from the Humane Society for my work on HB 1087 and SB 1232 that banned bestiality in Texas. It was a privilege to help lead the fight to make Texas a safer place for our pets.
State Rep. Suleman Lalani On Pending Bills in the Texas State Legislature
State Representative Suleman Lalani gives his opinion on the bill in front of the state Senate. He is the one of the first Muslim Americans to be elected into the Texas House.
Suffers No More: Houston Band The Suffers Celebrate After Stolen Van Replaced
Houston band The Suffers had its tour van stolen recently, according to an Instagram post from the group.
Charges Dropped Against Man Who Was Accused of Killing Josue Flores
Ex-Marine Andre Jackson is once again a free man after charges against him were dropped in the murder case of Josue Flores.
Miss Black Texas’ Arrest Was Not Racially Motivated, Investigation Finds
Charges have been dropped against the 2016 Miss Black Texas Carmen Ponder, and a Texas police chief has been cleared of racial allegations in the controversial arrest last month.
Federal Ruling Points to Low Levels of Latino Representation in Texas
A federal judge’s ruling last week that the city of Pasadena tried to dilute the voting power of its fast-growing Latino population through the use of at-large council districts could change how Texas officials enforce voting rights laws in the state, though the case is likely to be appealed.
Governor Abbott Statement On Senate Vote Calling For A Convention Of States
Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement after the Texas Senate passed a resolution calling for an Article V Convention of States (SB 21), one of Governor Abbott’s emergency legislative priorities:
Mayor Turner's Statement on the death of Mr. Ovide Duncantell
Mayor Sylvester Turner released the following statement following the death of Mr. Ovide Duncantell.
Houston Hiring Freeze, County Tax Revenue Drops, Houston Symphony Strives for More Diversity, And More
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner has frozen hiring and promotions across city government. The Mayor instructed department directors seeking “critical” hires to meet with him or his staff in person.
Elderly Woman Calls Police On Hispanic Mother Sitting In Car With Her Baby
It seems the craze of being guilty while black of doing anything has spread to the Hispanic community.
Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 3400 Bremond
Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man found at 3400 Bremond about 5:50 p.m. last Friday (October 27).
The Community Artists' Collective: An Updated message regarding COVID-19
We are paying very close attention to the news and announcements surrounding the COVID - 19 outbreak.
Two Atlanta HBCU’s Will Shift To Digital Learning This Fall
Morehouse and Spelman Go Digital In Fall 2020
Morehouse and Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia, announced on Monday that students will not be returned to campus for the Fall 2020 semester due to the recent spike in COVID-19.
Mayor Sylvester Turner, City of Houston, Councilman Robert Gallegos with Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and UMMC Officially Announces the Opening of a Sixth Coronavirus Testing Site
Mayor Sylvester Turner, City of Houston, Councilman Robert Gallegos with Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Senior Member of the Homeland Security Committee and UMMC will officially announce the launch of the sixth UMMC COVID-19 drive through testing site.
Governor Abbott Appoints Jacobs To Sabine River Authority Board Of Directors
Governor Abbott has appointed Jeffrey D. “Jeff” Jacobs to the Sabine River Authority of Texas Board of Directors for term set to expire on July 6, 2019. The purpose of the Sabine River Authority is to conserve, store, control, preserve, utilize and distribute the storm and flood waters and the waters of the Sabine River and its tributaries.
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.
NAACP Reveals Tactics Fossil Fuel Industry Uses to Manipulate Communities of Color
The fossil fuel industry regularly deploys manipulative and dishonest tactics when engaging with communities of color, often working to co-opt the respect and authority of minority-led groups to serve corporate goals.
Texas Receives $2.6 Million for Public Health Response to Opioid Epidemic
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has received $2.6 million in federal funds to expand the state’s public health response to opioids over the next year.
