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All Bills Targeting the Texas Dream Act Died
Sixteen years ago, Texas became the first state to allow undocumented students to pay lower, in-state tuition for higher education.
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Former Argentine President Charged with Corruption
Former Argentine President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner faces corruption charges, illicit association and aggravated fraudulent administration and had $643 million of her assets frozen. The charges stem from allegations that she directed public road works to a particular company during her term as president.
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Oldest Living Military Veteran in US Gets to Stay in Texas Home
Friends and strangers alike have rallied to raise money for Richard Overton, a 110-year-old veteran living in Austin, TX to stay in his home.
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Aissami Named As A Drug Trafficker by US Treasury
The U.S. Treasury Department named Venezuela’s VP Tareck El Aissami as a drug trafficker,
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In-n-Out Burger Coming to Houston
A fast food chain with a following like no other is quickly becoming a must-stop dining destination across the state of Texas. According to the Houston Business Journal, In-N-Out Burger is set to close on land in Houston.
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Income Level for Latinos in California is Rising According to New Study
According to a new study by the NCLR, median incomes for Latinos in California went up more than $5,000 annually, and the poverty level dropped 2.4 percentage points. The number of businesses owned by Latinos in California increased by 43.9 percent between 2005 and 2011 and the number of Latinos in California earning college degrees went up 25% between 2011 and 2015.
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State Rep. Dutton Renews Uphill Fight to Abolish the Death Penalty
Texas is set to carry out its second execution of the year this week, barring a last minute reprieve. There are another seven planned by July.
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Let's Work Together, Latino Lawmakers tell Gov. Abbott
A group of lawmakers is urging Gov. Greg Abbott to show his support for Latino interests in his biennial State of the State address.
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A Latino From Texas Makes His Mark On Silicon Valley
Mark Madrid is the CEO of the Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, former COO of the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and he has been tapped to get involved with the Latino Business Action Network (LBAN).
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First Latina in Space Ellen Ochoa to Be Inducted into the Astronaut Hall of Fame
The first-ever Latina in space will be inducted into the Astronaut Hall of Fame in May. The mexicana joined NASA as a research engineer at Ames Research Center in 1988
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GMC HUMMER EV to be Revealed This Fall
GMC announced today that its all-electric super truck will debut later this fall and will begin production in Fall 2021. Details about the GMC HUMMER EV’s remarkable on- and off-road capabilities will be shared closer to its reveal.
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FBI Warns of New Threat of ‘Black Identity Extremism’
The FBI has declared that “black identity extremism” is a violent threat in the US according to a leaked report.
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UNT Working to Retain More Black Male Students
The University of North Texas is taking on a troubling statistic. The school found that it is retaining just over 73 percent of its African American male students.
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Texans Cheerleader Coach Resigns Amid Bullying Allegations
The Texans cheerleaders coach named in a lawsuit has resigned, according to the team.
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Houston Film Company Making Movie Based On Hurricane Harvey
It has only been a few months since the devastating storm flooded our area, but a movie about Hurricane Harvey is coming soon.
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Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner Is a Cancer Survivor
Today, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner revealed that he is a cancer survivor during the annual "State of the City" address.
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NRG Park Job Fair Saturday July 15th
All NRG Park partners are now hiring talented guest services oriented professionals for all events at NRG Park. Register at www.worknrgpark.com
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Houston Blues & Jazz Festival includes three performances in one night
Houston Blues & Jazz Festival MonoNeon, Andy Timmons and James Francies Saturday, September 24, 2022 713 Music Hall at 7 p.m.
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Libraries Offer Introductory, Hands-On Computer & Technology Classes
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Adult Services staff will present a variety of free, introductory computer classes this month. The classes will consist of a hands-on introduction to basic skills for people who would like to learn more about using these computer and technology programs. The classes will take place in the Computer Labs of the libraries; seating is limited and reservations are required.
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NFL Shop at Super Bowl LI Presented By Visa Elevates the Houston Retail Experience with Concerts, Signing, Food Demos, Exclusive Product and More
NFL SHOP at Super Bowl presented by Visa, opens Saturday, January 28 at George R. Brown Convention Center, and serves as the ultimate fan destination in the Greater Houston area. The 35,000-square foot NFL SHOP is free to the public and does not require a ticket for NFL Experience to enter.
