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Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Releases Programming from HBO on Digital in June 2020
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment is set to release several top titles from HBO’s preeminent program catalog. The lineup includes a mix of series, a film and a special, which will be available on Digital throughout June 2020, on varying release dates. Now consumers will have the opportunity to add some of the premium cable network’s engaging programming to their own home entertainment collections.
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House-passed Bill Making Needed Improvements To Paycheck Protection Program Will Allow Construction Firms To Save More Jobs
Construction Official Urges Senate and White House to Quickly Pass and Sign Into Law the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act, Noting the Measure Provides Greater Relief to Hard-Hit Industry
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New portal places more than 9,100 children of Houston-area essential workers in child care during COVID-19 crisis
Thirteen-county Gulf Coast region helps one-third of child care assistance applicants across the state
More than 9,100 Houston-area children have been placed in high-quality child care since a new resource was launched last month to help essential workers find child during the COVID-19 pandemic, thanks to a partnership between Collaborative for Children, the City of Houston, Harris County and the Gulf Coast Workforce Board.
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Amy Cooper - Central Park Liar - Fired
The white woman – Amy Cooper who called police on a black man in Central Park during an encounter involving her unleashed dog has been fired from her job, her employer – Franklin Templeton said Tuesday.
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George Floyd's Family In Houston Says - The Four Officers Involved Should Be Charged With Murder
The family of George Floyd -- who died after pleading that he couldn’t breathe while a police officer held him down with a knee on his neck -- say they want the four Minneapolis officers involved charged with murder.
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Turkey Leg Hut to Hold Peaceful Vigil for George Floyd Saturday
On Saturday, May 30, 2020, the Turkey Leg Hut (TLH) will hold a peaceful vigil to honor and mourn the loss of George Floyd, the Houston man who was killed Monday in Minneapolis police custody.
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Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen Tested Positive for COVID-19
Harris County Constable’s Office Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen confirms he is recovering from the Coronavirus COVID-19.
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Mayor Sylvester Turner with the HOUSTON – VISION ZERO Executive Leadership
Published on May 28, 2020
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Houston Vision Zero
No loss of life by traffic crash is acceptable and we can prevent people from dying on our road- ways. Everyone deserves safe, acces- sible streets and sidewalks.
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Mayor Sylvester Turner Post-Memorial Day Op-Ed
The global pandemic has created a new normal for everyone. It’s hard to adjust to following the public health recommendations from medical professionals and accept the daily incon- veniences necessary to stay safe from the coronavirus.
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Houston Honors the Class of 2020
Mayor Sylvester Turner in conjunction with Houston First Corporation is excited in sharing in a citywide celebration honoring Houston area high school seniors, Friday, June 5 at 6:30 p.m. Check out the star-studded lineup for the virtual video tribute that is the centerpiece of the event.
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Men’s Health Month: 26 Years of Progress and Counting
Awareness period is key to fighting the spread of COVID-19
June is Men's Health Month and the global activities associated with this month-long celebration this year are more important than ever, and now include encouraging men to fight the spread of COVID-19 by seeking early treatment for symptoms, practicing safe distancing, and being a role model for their children.
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HISD launches ‘Let’s Stay Connected’ mental health hotline for students and parents
The Houston Independent School District launched the Let’s Stay Connected mental health hotline for students and parents today to provide emotional, social, and psychological support to students and parents who feel the need for assistance.
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Billboards Appreciating Healthcare Workers
As a way of honoring and appreciating our frontline healthcare workers during this pandemic, the Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) Houston unit, has dedicated two billboards in the Houston vicinity to them.
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YMCA of Greater Houston Releases Swim Safety Virtual Resources for Families
Safety Around Water program brings lifesaving swim lessons and water safety videos to eliminate drownings this summer
Drowning is the second leading cause of death in children under the age of 14 in Texas and 24 children have fatally drowned in Texas in 2020. In an effort to eliminate drownings and keep children safe this summer, the YMCA of Greater Houston is launching free virtual swim, learn to swim and water safety videos as part of its Safety Around Water program.
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Higher 'spirituality' linked to better quality of life for stroke survivors, caregivers
Having a higher level of spirituality helps lessen depression in stroke survivors and their caregivers and boosts their quality of life, according to new research.
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HISD to award 10 exemplary students with Superintendent Scholars Award
Interim Superintendent Grenita Lathan to surprise seniors with at-home visits
Houston Independent School District Interim Superintendent Grenita Lathan will surprise 10 high school seniors with 2019-2020 HISD Superintendent Scholars Awards during surprise visits to their homes.
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Expansion of "Buy America" rules would slow development of coronavirus vaccine
Federal policymakers are considering laws that would force federal agencies to rely solely on medicines made in the United States.
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Rice's COVID-19 research fund awards final grants
Third round backs research in social, psychological and political effects, genetic tools, ventilator design, nursing needs and protocols for musicians
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee in Collaboration with Congressman Hank Johnson and Congresswoman Marsha Fudge Seek Congressional Briefing from the U.S. Department of Justice on the Investigation of t
“Ahmaud Arbery and Breonna Taylor were two innocent lives who did not need to die. The laws must change. Killings driven by hate must be addressed both legislatively and morally. That must be done now!”
