METRO Continues to Add Safety Measures to Protect Against COVID-19
METRO continues to implement additional safety precautions to protect the traveling public and operators against the spread of COVID-19. In addition to social distancing measures, encouraging the use of face coverings and increased cleaning, the Authority is installing plastic enclosures …
UH Alumnus has a 'Lot’ to Celebrate
Bryan Washington never strays far from his Houston roots. He grew up here, graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelor of Arts in English and currently teaches in the English department at Rice University. Houston is in his …
New portal places more than 9,100 children of Houston-area essential workers in child care during COVID-19 crisis
More than 9,100 Houston-area children have been placed in high-quality child care since a new resource was launched last month to help essential workers find child during the COVID-19 pandemic, thanks to a partnership between Collaborative for Children, the City …
George Floyd's Family In Houston Says - The Four Officers Involved Should Be Charged With Murder
The family of George Floyd -- who died after pleading that he couldn’t breathe while a police officer held him down with a knee on his neck -- say they want the four Minneapolis officers involved charged with murder.
Turkey Leg Hut to Hold Peaceful Vigil for George Floyd Saturday
On Saturday, May 30, 2020, the Turkey Leg Hut (TLH) will hold a peaceful vigil to honor and mourn the loss of George Floyd, the Houston man who was killed Monday in Minneapolis police custody.
Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen Tested Positive for COVID-19
Harris County Constable’s Office Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen confirms he is recovering from the Coronavirus COVID-19.
Houston Vision Zero
No loss of life by traffic crash is acceptable and we can prevent people from dying on our road- ways. Everyone deserves safe, acces- sible streets and sidewalks.
Mayor Sylvester Turner Post-Memorial Day Op-Ed
The global pandemic has created a new normal for everyone. It’s hard to adjust to following the public health recommendations from medical professionals and accept the daily incon- veniences necessary to stay safe from the coronavirus.
HISD to award 10 exemplary students with Superintendent Scholars Award
Houston Independent School District Interim Superintendent Grenita Lathan will surprise 10 high school seniors with 2019-2020 HISD Superintendent Scholars Awards during surprise visits to their homes.
Southwest Houston Church Offers Bags of Hope
With the U.S. unemployment rate at one of the highest in the nation’s history, more families are seeking help to meet those basic needs. Riceville Mount Olive Baptist Church (located at 11539 S. Gessner in Southwest Houston) will partner with …
METRO Memorial Day Schedule and Weekly Service Updates
In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, METRO will operate the following schedule on Monday, May 25, 2020:
HISD to award 10 students with Superintendent Scholars Award
Houston Independent School District Interim Superintendent Grenita Lathan will surprise 10 high school seniors with 2019-2020 HISD Superintendent Scholars Awards during surprise visits to their homes.
Woodland Ridge Lift Station Force Main Replacement Project
Mayor Pro Tem Dave Martin would like to make Kingwood area residents aware Houston Public Works is conducting a Force Main Renewal and Replacement Project for the Woodland Ridge Lift Station that began Monday, May 11.
KIPP Northeast College Preparatory Celebrates the Class of 2020
Seniors and families drove through the parking lot as faculty and staff cheer. There were drive-through stations where students picked up their caps and gowns, sweet treats, and graduation yard signs.
Solid Waste Management Department Collection and Facility Schedule for Memorial Day
Monday, May 25, 2020 (Memorial Day) CITY HOLIDAY: NO COLLECTION SERVICES. All Facilities and services closed.
