NFIB: Sales Tax Holidays Critical to Local Businesses
NFIB State Director Annie Spilman says this year's sales tax holiday on back-to-school supplies and clothes comes at a critical time for Texas's small businesses.
AXE® helps teens "Smell Ready" for an unpredictable dating scene
As social distancing continues to be the new norm, teens are finding that they'll need to continue to adapt to a new and everchanging lifestyle. Their daily routines have been turned upside down and social distancing has made dating and …
The Black Owned App Helping to Prevent Cyber Bullying
CEO and President, Jonathan Viverette’s vision for the app is to promote positivity, prevent cyber bullying and create a space that is safe, fun and inclusive, in the world of social media. Growing up in a small town in Illinois, …
Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Deadline Extension For Medicaid, CHIP Providers To Apply For Federal COVID-19 Relief Funds
Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) today announced that the federal government has further extended the deadline to apply for the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund. The deadline has now been extended to Aug. …
COVID-19 Patients Get Lifesaving Moves from Prone Teams at Ben Taub, LBJ Hospitals
When COVID-19 attacks the lungs and leaves patients desperately gasping for air, prone positioning patients or proning is now a lifesaver. Teams at Harris Health System’s hospitals—Ben Taub and Lyndon B. Johnson—have perfected the technique of carefully placing patients on …
State-by-State Breakdown: COVID-19 Testing Positivity Rates in the Community & PPE Supply Shortages for Nursing Homes
A state-by-state breakdown of COVID testing positivity rates in the general population and data from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on personal protective equipment (PPE) shortages for nursing homes, which is very concerning in relation to our efforts …
Houston Galveston Institute to Provide Free Counseling Services at 37 Schools in the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District
The Houston Galveston Institute (HGI Counseling) will provide free counseling services to students and families at 37 Lamar Consolidated Independent School District (LCISD)
Acting State Department watchdog resigns months after previous inspector general was fired
The acting State Department watchdog Stephen Akard has resigned after serving in the role for less than 3 months following the firing of the previous inspector general by President Donald Trump at the recommendation of Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.
Chicago public schools will start the school year all virtual
Chicago Public Schools, the nation's third-largest school system, will start the coming school year with fully remote learning for all students due to the coronavirus pandemic, the district announced Wednesday.
Donald Trump Jr. opposes controversial Alaska mine that could disrupt critical salmon fishery
Donald Trump Jr. and Vice President Mike Pence's former top aide are calling on the Trump administration to block a controversial gold and copper mine proposed in Alaska that the Obama administration said would cause permanent damage to a critical …
20,000 absentee ballots are being mailed by Connecticut town clerks one week before primary
A week ahead of the Connecticut primary election, 20,000 absentee ballots were in the process of being mailed or still needed to be mailed to voters who had requested them by town clerks across the state, officials told CNN on …
'May karma find you all': A woman's obituary for her late husband condemns Trump and people who don't wear masks
Stacey Nagy's husband, David, died two weeks ago from coronavirus complications. She grieved the loss of her longtime love. And then she fumed.
Samsung unveils the Galaxy Note 20 and its latest foldable phone
The Korean electronics giant is shoring up its new flagship smartphone with an ecosystem of interconnected gadgets to try to snatch its top spot in the global market back from Chinese rival Huawei.
2020 Could be a History-Making Year for the Black Community – Will You Be Taking Part?
This year, three African American candidates from Orlando, Miami, and Broward are vying for top-ranking law-enforcement positions, putting Florida at a major crossroads when it comes to the State’s Attorney’s race. Campaigning in a time of coronavirus is no easy …
& Other Stories used a racial slur for the internal name of a hat. Employees are furious
An internal photo uploaded to a product overview system named a purple hat as 'Nigga Lab Beanie,' last month at clothing company & Other Stories. Upon complaint from employees, they issued a companywide apology and the caption was never made …
