Governor Abbott, DSHS Announce Deployment Of Additional Medical Personnel, Equipment To Assist Hospitals With COVID-19 Response
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) will be deploying an additional 2,500 medical staff to support health care facilities in Texas, including hospitals and nursing homes. This will bring the total number …
Families raise more than $77K with lemonade stand for Children's Hospital
A family in Indian Hill has raised more than $77,000 this year for Children's Hospital, all thanks to a lemonade stand.
Former pilot offers Huey Helicopter rides to thank veterans
Ever dreamed of riding on an iconic Huey military helicopter? Now you can. A former chopper pilot from Carroll is hosting an event called For the Brave and giving $80 helicopter rides across western Iowa.
'We're doing all we can': Biden speaks on Hurricane Ida relief efforts
President Joe Biden spoke Monday afternoon on Hurricane Ida relief efforts as he met virtually with a host of leaders involved in the response to the massive storm that has rocked the Gulf Coast.
Event helps parents of children lost to violence
An event in downtown Sunday aimed to lend a helping hand to those who've experienced tragedy. At the Hall of Justice building in downtown Louisville an organization called the Mothers of Murdered Sons and Daughters (MOMS) meant to show parents, …
Abortion providers ask Supreme Court to block Texas' six-week ban
Lawyers for abortion clinics in Texas raced to the Supreme Court Monday, asking the justices to block a controversial law that bans abortions at six weeks and allows private citizens to bring civil suits against anyone who assists a pregnant …
Governor wants investigation in subway outage
New York Governor Kathy Hochul said Monday an "unprecedented system breakdown" led to half of the nation's largest subway system losing power Sunday night, stranding hundreds of riders and crippling service for hours.
Deadly Ida leaves more than 1 million without power and many awaiting rescue from flooded homes
Hurricane Ida has left catastrophic damage across southeastern Louisiana, killing at least one person, leaving much of the New Orleans area without power, interrupting phone service and sending rescuers scrambling Monday to flooded homes where people were anxiously asking for …
This is how to prevent another 100,000 Covid deaths by December, Fauci says
With nearly 100,000 Americans hospitalized with Covid-19 and infections surging among the unvaccinated population, it's possible another 100,000 people could die from the virus by December, according to a recent University of Washington model.
Gunman shot and killed by off-duty officers, police say
A gunman was shot by off-duty police officers and was pronounced dead at the hospital early Sunday in the Bronx.
Bill 14 Would Decimate Worker Protections Across the State
Today, the Texas House State Affairs Committee passed Senate Bill 14 out of committee with no public testimony. SB 14 would forever limit the ability of a city or county to implement workplace safety protections during a pandemic or natural …
Governor Abbott Statement On U.S. Military Members Killed In Kabul Airport Attack
Governor Abbott today issued a statement after it was reported that several U.S. military members were killed in an attack at the airport in Kabul, Afghanistan:
Heritage Action Launches Movement to Save Our Schools from Critical Race Theory
Today, Jessica Anderson, executive director of Heritage Action, a conservative grassroots organization, announced the launch of Heritage Action’s SaveOurSchools.com — a one-stop resource for parents and concerned activists looking for ways to keep Critical Race Theory (CRT) out of the …
Kroger Launching Relief Drive to Support Communities Devastated by Hurricane Ida
HOUSTON Kroger today announced it will launch a Relief Drive in more than 100 Greater Houston and Louisiana stores, to support the communities and families affected by Hurricane Ida.
Devastating Ida kills at least 1, leaves more than 1 million without power and many awaiting rescue from flooded homes
Hurricane Ida has left catastrophic damage across southeastern Louisiana, killing at least one person, leaving much of the New Orleans area without power, stopping cell phone service and sending rescuers scrambling Monday to untold numbers of flooded homes where people …
