555,866 Small Businesses in Texas
Small businesses across the United States face dire circumstances following the COVID-19 outbreak. While each individual small business might seem inconsequential to the broader economy, in aggregate, these firms are critical to the country's financial well-being.
CAP Analysis Highlights Need for Vote by Mail and Early Voting To Protect At-Risk Populations
A new analysis from the Center for American Progress urges states to embrace vote by mail and early voting to protect entire state populations that could be at risk if proper precautions are not taken—particularly millions of people at higher …
Congressman Al Green Signs on as a Cosponsor of the Coronavirus Immigrant Families Protection Act
On Tuesday, May 12, 2020, Congressman Al Green became a cosponsor of H.R. 6437, the Coronavirus Immigrant Families Protection Act. He also joined a bicameral letter with CAPAC Chairwoman Judy Chu and Senator Mazie Hirono last month calling on House …
'Messy Closet? Experts Reveal How to Organize it Before Going Back to Work']
With a lot of free time on their hands, many Americans have taken to cleaning. And as discussions on lockdown exit measures will soon come to the forefront, a clean and tidy closet will come in handy for those going …
‘What If I Feel Unsafe?’: Support Professionals in Texas Report Back to Work
Linda Estrada, a school secretary at Runn Elementary School in Donna, Texas, has been receiving texts day and night from education support professionals (ESP) across the Donna Independent School District asking about the requirement to report back to work this …
262,003 Houston Adults Live Alone
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, millions of Americans are hunkering down at home. Working from the kitchen table, homeschooling, and attending virtual happy hours have become the new normal. But for the 34 million adults who live alone in the …
2,493,169 Texas Adults Live Alone
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, millions of Americans are hunkering down at home. Working from the kitchen table, homeschooling, and attending virtual happy hours have become the new normal. But for the 34 million adults who live alone in the …
Made Dizzy By COVID-19 Data? Artificial Intelligence Helps Clear Things Up
As governors begin to make decisions about reopening the economy, Americans are left to wonder whether they should follow their state government’s lead – or make their own decisions about when to return to normal.
HGO Announces the Appointment of Miah Im as Studio Music Director
Houston Grand Opera is proud to announce the appointment of HGO Studio Music Director Miah Im.
County Attorney Vince Ryan files brief seeking vote by mail clarity
Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan yesterday asked an appeals court for an order clarifying that the County can proceed with vote by mail applications for the July 14th primary runoff.
Governor Abbott Directs TDEM, DSHS, HHSC To Test All Nursing Home Residents, Staff In Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to test 100% of residents and staff in Texas nursing homes. …
What's Needed to Build Pandemic Resilience and Move to Reopening? Small Biz Weighs In
In a virtual press call yesterday, small businesses from across the country shared what they need to have in place to even think about the next phase of reopening. From a public health plan that includes adequate testing, to industry …
Teaching and Learning Center Provides New Frontier Using Online Educator Development Platforms
During the pandemic, gaining professional development hours is next to the last thing on educators’ minds. Teachers are tasked with posting online lessons and grades. They’re meeting with students, parents and administrators on Zoom. Educators are coping with teaching their …
School Districts, Institutions Look to Co-ops like Choice Partners for COVID-19 Solutions
As the manufacturer of hand sanitizer and distributor of industrial disinfectants, Choice Partners vendor Buckeye Cleaning is operating on a 24/7 schedule. During the past six weeks, the company sold 20,000 cases of hand sanitizer, 8,000 dispensers on stands and …
College Graduates: Looking for a New Career? Consider Teaching
Harris County Department of Education is recruiting college graduates for a fast-track, alternative certification program which has a proven track record for success. Online and onsite classes make the program convenient, and flexible payment plans provide affordability. Small classes allow …
