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Commissioner Rodney Ellis Supports Harris County’s Decision to Close Parks on Easter Weekend

Decision Necessary to Stop Spread of COVID-19 During One of Busiest Weekends for Parks

To stop the spread of the Coronavirus COVID-19, Harris County has taken a precautionary measure to close its parks during the Easter weekend.

Third Ward Consortium Receives Grant to install new synthetic sports turf surfaces at Jack Yates High School Athletic Field

A consortium of organizations, has received a field valued at $1,250,000 donated by the Houston Texans, Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation-NRG Park, and Hellas Construction, Inc., $250,000 from the NFL Grassroots Foundation Grant, and a $200,000 NFL Foundation Matching Grant through the Houston Texans to install a new synthetic sports turf surface at Jack Yates High School Athletic Field. Rodney Ellis, Harris County Commissioner Precinct One, was instrumental in the designation of Yates as the recipient of the field.

COVID-19 research funds back six new initiatives

Grants to Rice faculty support diagnostic, environmental, social projects

The Rice University COVID-19 Research Fund Oversight and Review Committee announced it will fund six additional projects by faculty working to mitigate the effects of the new coronavirus.

Synthetic cells make long-distance calls

Rice scientists' circuits help bacteria quickly pass signals to an entire community

The search for effective biological tools is a marathon, not a sprint, even when the distances are on the microscale. A discovery at Rice University on how engineered communities of cells communicate is a long step in the right direction.

FTC announces record $191M settlement against University of Phoenix

Secretary DeVos offers partial forgiveness for defrauded borrowers

The University of Phoenix (UOP), one of the nation’s largest for-profit colleges will pay a record $191 million settlement to resolve charges stemming from a five-year investigation by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). On December 10, Andrew Smith, Director of FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection noted it was the largest settlement the Commission has obtained in a case against a for-profit school.

Why Racial Representation Matters in Mental Health Care

It’s a well-documented medical reality that some patients get worse care simply because of who they are.

Little Mix's Perrie Edwards is having a baby

Little Mix star Perrie Edwards has announced that she is expecting her first child with England footballer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

Honda and Historically Black Colleges and Universities Join Together to Combat the Pandemic

Funds from canceled Honda Campus All-Star Challenge program redirected to support HBCU communities

At the end of March, nearly 250 students and coaches from 48 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) were set to travel to California to compete for the national championship title in the 31st annual Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC), America's premier academic competition for HBCUs. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Honda made the difficult decision to cancel the HCASC National Championship Tournament for 2020, reallocating funds from the program to partner with HBCUs and support their local communities.

Governor Abbott, HHS Announce Federal Approval Of Emergency SNAP Benefits

Over $168 million in emergency benefits for all SNAP recipients in Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) will provide more than $168 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits to help Texans during the COVID-19 response.

Josh Gordon to be Reinstated On Conditional Basis

Commissioner ROGER GOODELL notified JOSH GORDON of the New England Patriots that he will be reinstated to the NFL on a conditional basis.

Black Content Creator, Hip Rock Star, Announces Exclusive, World Premier of Miami's Richmond Heights: The Black Shangri-La – A 2-Part DocSeries

Hip Rock Star Advertising, an award-winning, socially conscious media production, and 360 agency, is excited to announce the exclusive premiere of the 2-part DocuSeries Miami's Richmond Heights: The Black Shangri-La. The DocuSeries' world premiere is Wednesday, February 15, 2023, and will debut on streaming platforms including Crackle, Plex, and LG.

Harris County Considers 100% Property Tax Exemption to Boost Childcare Providers

In the wake of COVID-19, childcare facilities in Houston and Harris County have faced unprecedented challenges. However, relief might be on the horizon as local authorities contemplate significant property tax exemptions for qualifying providers. Houston recently paved the way by approving a 100% tax exemption, and now, Harris County is poised to follow suit. These measures aim to alleviate financial strains on childcare providers, ensuring their sustainability and accessibility to families in need.

Texas Family Law Attorney Meredith Clark Helps Mother Retain Parental Rights

Houston family law attorney Meredith Clark obtains dismissal on behalf of client in parental rights case.

Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Joins Amicus Brief Supporting Parents of Transgender Children

Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee joined dozens of elected attorneys, law enforcement officials, and legal professionals from across the country in filing an amicus brief supporting a challenge to Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s recent directive requiring Texas’s child protective services agency to investigate and potentially criminalize parents who seek gender-affirming care for their children.

Rice lab turns trash into valuable graphene in a flash

‘Green’ process promises pristine graphene in bulk using waste food, plastic and other materials

That banana peel, turned into graphene, can help facilitate a massive reduction of the environmental impact of concrete and other building materials. While you're at it, toss in those plastic empties.

Jerry Sandusky's Son Facing Child Sex Soliciting Charges

Jeffrey Sandusky, the son of convicted sex abuser and former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, has been arrested on felony and misdemeanor child sexual offense charges, according to court documents from the commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Tennis Great Zina Garrison and Commissioner Ellis Encourage Youth at Street Olympics Final Event to Keep Late Commissioner Lee’s Tradition Alive

Tennis great Zina Garrison joined Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis on Friday, Aug. 2 to offer words of encouragement to about 2,500 Houston-area youth who competed for medals at the 33rd annual Harris County Street Olympics Final Event at NRG Arena.

5 Things for Wednesday March 15: Trump Taxes, Snowstorm Aftermath, Dutch Elections

Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

House to vote on repeal of 2002 US war authorization in Iraq with White House support

The House is voting Monday evening on a bill to repeal the 2002 US war authorization in Iraq, with Democrats hopeful that the White House's backing will give them newfound momentum to finally revoke the nearly 20-year-old authorization.

Talking to loved ones about assisted living

Suggesting assisted living to your loved ones can be a very difficult conversation. It may take time for older adults to come around to the idea of assisted living, so avoid pushing them too hard and make a strong effort to ensure they feel safe and comfortable. A Baylor College of Medicine expert explains how to have the assisted living talk with older parents and loved ones.

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