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Harris County Reports Record-Breaking Early Voting Numbers During First Week
Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth reports that voters have cast more than 54.4K in-person ballots during the first four days of Early Voting for the November 7 Joint General & Special Elections. More people are choosing to vote early compared to the most similar election in 2015, when only 36.3K voted in person during the same time.
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Last Days of Early Voting for the November 7 Elections
Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth reminds citizens that this is the last week they can vote early before the November 7 Joint General & Special Elections. So far, more than 91.5K people have voted in person in Harris County.
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Houston Elections: Race Heats Up as Early Voting Nears Its End
As the early voting period in Harris County comes to a close, over 101,000 people have already cast their ballots, leaving one more week of early voting at the county's 68 designated locations. These elections, which hold the power to shape our lives, see citizens actively engaging in the democratic process, choosing from 18 candidates vying for the position of Houston Mayor and numerous contenders in hotly contested city council races.
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Last Days of Early Voting for the Tuesday, November 7th Elections
Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth reminds citizens that this is the last week they can vote early before the November 7 Joint General & Special Elections. So far, more than 91.5K people have voted in person in Harris County.
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MFAH Will Open New Galleries for Art of the Islamic Worlds on March 5
Endowed by Collector Hossein Afshar, Galleries will Feature Iranian Art in Extended.
A loan from the Afshar Collection and Selections from the Museum’s Holdings to Reflect the Breadth and Depth of Historic Islamic Lands
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ONE Musicfest Announces Single-Day Tickets and Individual Artist Lineups for an Unforgettable Weekend Experience
Both Saturday & Sunday Sets Prove Reason to Join ONE Musicfest for Two Days of Performances, Artistry, and Cultural Celebration!
ONE Musicfest, the Southeast's premier music festival, is thrilled to announce the release of single-day tickets for its highly anticipated weekend full of music, food, and culture. Music enthusiasts can secure their spot for an unmatched experience of live performances, art installations, and cultural celebrations. The festival will take place at Atlanta's Piedmont Park on Saturday, October 28th, and Sunday, October 29th, promising a dynamic lineup that caters to diverse musical tastes.
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6th Annual Ujamaa Fest Celebrates Black Excellence, Entrepreneurship, and Community Empowerment on Long Island
Get ready for an extraordinary showcase of Black excellence as the 6th Annual Ujamaa Fest takes center stage on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Hosted at the Delano Stewart Plaza, located at 40 Station Drive in Wyandanch, NY, this year's Ujamaa Fest promises an unforgettable experience for attendees. And the best part?
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Kentucky governor declares emergency after heavy rainfall causes widespread flooding
Kentucky’s governor declared an emergency Wednesday after heavy – and potentially record-setting – rain caused widespread flooding throughout the state.
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South Jersey's first-ever pontoon pedal boat offers unique way to see Cape May's Back Bay
A Jersey Shore business is offering guests a unique way to get out on the water this summer. Cape May is the nation's oldest seaside resort, but it has something fresh to do.
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Arkhouse Management Co. Launches Proxy Fight for Macy's Board Control After $6 Billion Bid Rejection
Macy’s rejected an unsolicited $6 billion bid from an activist investor to take the famed department store private last month. Now, the activist group is taking another shot at Macy’s, launching a proxy fight to take control of the board.
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FWC leaves sunbathing crocodile at condo complex in Fort Lauderdale
A comfy crocodile that was found on a dock is staying put for the time being.
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Empowering Women: Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles and Wells Fargo EVP Georgette Dixon Shine at NAREB Convention
In a celebration of women's remarkable societal contributions, Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles and Wells Fargo EVP Georgette Dixon took center stage at the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) Midwinter Convention. Wells Fargo proudly sponsored the session, underscoring its commitment to promoting gender equality and diversity.
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Revolutionizing Medical Education: Ibn Sina Foundation and Sam Houston State University Partner for Clinical Training at OakBend Medical Center
Collaboration Marks a New Era in Healthcare Advancement for Fort Bend County
In a monumental stride towards enhancing medical education and healthcare accessibility, the Ibn Sina Foundation, in conjunction with Sam Houston State University - College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM), proudly announces the establishment of the Ibn Sina Clinical Training Region at OakBend Medical Center in Fort Bend County. This groundbreaking collaboration promises to elevate medical standards and community health initiatives in the region to unprecedented heights.
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Houston Habitat is Building a Lasting Testament to Super Bowl LI!
#SuperBUILD51
In February 2017, Houston will show Texas-sized hospitality to the world as they host Super Bowl LI. Houston Habitat for Humanity is partnering with the National Football League, the Houston Super Bowl LI Host Committee, the City of Houston, and other sponsors and friends to present a blitz build, SuperBUILD LI, to commemorate Super Bowl LI.
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The US had more daily Covid-19 cases in the past week than ever before. And no, it's not just due to more testing
Another day, another dreadful record broken in the Covid-19 pandemic. This time, the seven-day average of daily new cases reached an all-time high of 68,767 on Sunday, according to data from Johns Hopkins University. The previous record of 67,293 was set July 22.
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Household disinfectants could be making kids overweight, study says
Multi-surface cleaners and other commonly used household disinfectants could be making children overweight by altering the bacteria found in their guts, a new study published Monday in the Canadian Medical Association Journal suggests.
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Co-Sponsors the Jobs and Justice Act Promoted by the Congressional Black Caucus
Jackson Lee—“I am pleased that the CBC’s Jobs and Justice Act includes five bills that I have introduced that will build trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve; provide economic opportunity to young persons and small businesses; and provide greater transparency and accountability to all who interact with the criminal justice system.”
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Caregiving is never easy, and COVID-19 has made it harder
Melia Wilkinson cares for her husband, Kerry, who in 2014 had a massive stroke.
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Investors are getting greedy again
The stock market, amazingly enough, is near an all-time high. Optimism about a coronavirus vaccine from Moderna is trumping renewed worries about another surge in Covid-19 cases. It seems safe to say that investors are feeling more greedy than fearful.
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Two doses of Pfizer and Moderna's Covid-19 vaccine are necessary, officials say, but questions still linger
The United States is holding firm to the strategy to administer two doses of the Moderna and Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccines a few weeks apart. Still, the idea of expanding the supply by dispensing only one dose hasn't faded away.
