Lawmakers Renew Fights Over Trump's Border Wall, Abortion
U.S. lawmakers clashed on Tuesday over funding for President Donald Trump’s border wall and women’s reproductive health programs, flashpoints that could threaten funding to keep the federal government operating beyond this month.
In NFL, Equality Needed On the Field and Off
The National Football League season opened last weekend with a full slate of games. On the field, extraordinary athletes of all races and backgrounds competed with the same set of rules. Yet it is worth noting that this has not …
When disaster strikes, every minute counts
FEMA promotes National Preparedness Month each September because preparation saves lives and prevents loss. Taking a few minutes now can make a life-changing difference when disaster strikes.
Additional Mission Modification for Mouth-Bar Requested
Council Member Dave Martin would like to make District E residents aware the Federal Emergency Management Administration's (FEMA) mission assignment modification to address partial removal of the mouth-bar has concluded. The mission assignment modification provided the United States Army Corps …
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Statement Following Reports from the Census Bureau Indicating that Healthcare Enrollment Has Declined
Jackson Lee— “The numbers outlined in today’s Census Report are not a win for any political party, and Republicans celebrate these statistics at their own peril. In countless opinion polls, Americans list access to affordable, quality healthcare as the number …
Commissioner Adrian Garcia Initiates Planning and Design of the First Texas Roadway Project to Seek Envision® Verification
The Office of Commissioner Garcia and Harris County Engineering Department affirms their commitment to deliver sustainable infrastructure that enhances the economic, social, and environmental conditions in Precinct 2
Commission Ellis Statement on Commissioners' Court Vote to Approve a Proposal for a Modest Property Tax Season
Facing a revenue cap passed by the State Legislature that goes into effect next year and significantly undermines Harris County’s ability to fund essential services and ongoing operations for years to come, Commissioners Court today, in a 3-2 vote, approved …
The Caucus Ensures Equality Wins & History was made in Fort Bend County Today!
The Houston GLBT Political Caucus would like to celebrate the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court on making history by unanimously passing an amendment to the County Policy on Equal Opportunity for County employees that adds Employee Non-Discrimination protections for Fort …
NexusLA to Host Series of Apprenti Employer Informational Sessions
Following on the success of the 2018 cohort, NexusLA is preparing for its newest class of Apprenti Louisiana employers by hosting a series of informational sessions in late September at the Louisiana Technology Park. The sessions, which will be from …
JFK’s space legacy, future moonshots in spotlight at Sept. 12 Rice Space Institute event
A bestselling historian will tell the riveting story of humanity’s first landing on the moon and NASA’s top administrator will preview the nation’s next lunar landing at a Sept. 12 event at Rice University.
House Passes Harris Legislation Promoting Diversity and Inclusion at Federal Reserve
U.S. Senator Kamala D. Harris (D-CA) on Tuesday praised the House of Representatives’ passage of the Ensuring Diverse Leadership Act, which Harris first introduced in the Senate in May 2018. The legislation, which is led in the House by Rep. …
ABC News Announces Podium Order for Qualifying Candidates at Third Democratic Debate on September 12
ABC News announced the Democratic Debate will air on Thursday, September 12 from 8:00 to 11:00 p.m. ET on the ABC Television Network and Univision. ABC News is partnering with Univisionon the debate sanctioned by the Democratic National Committee at …
Prepare Your Family for Hurricane Season
Severe weather events, like hurricanes, are powerful and can come on quickly, often leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Because power outages are also common with strong storms and natural disasters, preparing your family ahead of time can …
Walmart Will No Longer Sell Ammo for Handguns And the AR-15
Walmart announced Tuesday that it will discontinue sales of ammunition designed for handguns and military-style rifles such as the AR-15.
‘Ten Years of Growing Greatness Through Giving’: PVAMF’s Third Annual Fundraising Gala Highlights Student Impact
To be clear: Prairie View A&M Foundation’s Third Annual Fundraising Gala was a clear call to action. From its opening remarks delivered by the Master of Ceremony, KHOU TV Anchor Len Cannon, to the closing remarks delivered by one of …
