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Concerns Raised Over Transparency as TEA Takes Over HISD: Houston Teachers Union President Speaks Out
The recent appointment of Mike Miles as the superintendent of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) has sparked concerns about transparency and inclusivity. Miles has wasted no time in introducing a series of reforms, including the implementation of a pay-for-performance system and the New Education System (NES) program. While these changes aim to improve instructional quality and address the needs of underperforming schools, there are apprehensions among the Houston Teachers Union (HFT) regarding the lack of transparency in the decision-making process.
High Schoolers Who Change Schools During Academic Year 40% More Likely to Drop Out
One in 10 Houston-area high schoolers who change schools during the academic year end up dropping out, a rate 40% higher than peers who do not change schools, according to a new study released today by the Houston Education Research Consortium (HERC).
Jim Crane, Astros Ownership & Astros Foundation Make $4.0 Million Donation
Crane Worldwide also to assist in relief efforts in W. Palm Beach
Astros Owner and Chairman Jim Crane, the Astros ownership group and the Astros Foundation have pledged to donate $4.0 million to the relief efforts aiding the many victims of Hurricane Harvey.
'Faith During and After Harvey' Panel Tonight at Rice
In light of the recent devastation Houston has faced, the Religion and Public Life Program (RPLP) at Rice University will host a program tonight titled “Faith During and After Harvey: What Religious Communities Did and Could Still Do.” RPLP will be sharing research about what faith communities are doing and could do during post-storm recovery. A panel discussion will begin at 7 p.m. in Room 309 at Rice University's Sewall Hall.
Another Airbnb nightmare for a Mpls. woman
According to the Houston Police Department, they received a call around 9:30 a.m. from a 9-year-old girl saying her mother, Kendra Moore, and her mother's boyfriend, Solomon Morrow, were dead in the living room.
Beto O'Rourke to Participate in MSNBC Town Hall During Second Week of Early Voting in Texas U.S. Senate Race
Beto O'Rourke will participate in a Houston town hall hosted by MSNBC during the second week of early voting for the 2018 U.S. Senate election. The forum -- part of the Hardball College Tour -- will occur on Oct. 30 and will be 60 minutes in length.
Texas Bikers Raise $28,000 to Fund Breast Cancer Healthcare for Women in Need
Motorcycle-lovers from all across Houston came out in droves to support The 10th Annual Bikers Against Breast Cancer (BABC) event held on Saturday, May 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the San Jacinto Harley Davidson store located at 3636 E. Sam Houston Parkway South, Pasadena, TX 77505. This empowering 60-mile ride over the Fred Hartman bridge raised funds for The Rose, the leading breast healthcare nonprofit in Southeast Texas, to honor those who have faced the disease and to make life-saving services possible for more women.
Freeway Manor Area Street Sealing Scheduled
Houston City Council Member Dave Martin would like to announce that street sealing is scheduled to occur in the Freeway Manor area tomorrow, Wednesday, March 21. The duration of work is expected to be complete by Monday, March 26, weather permitting. For a map of the impacted streets, please see the image below.
Mayor Turner Calls for a Day of Prayer in Houston
Through our mayor, Sylvester Turner, and city council, we are working tirelessly during this COVID-19 pandemic. These are unprecedented times, and it will require each of us to collectively work together to overcome the challenges ahead. Please know that every day we are discussing and implementing many policy changes and strategic plans to keep Houstonians safe.
HISD names Houston law enforcement veteran as new police chief
The Houston Independent School District has named Pedro Lopez Jr., a Houston Police Department assistant chief with 32 years of experience, as the new chief of the HISD Police Department.
Former Astros longtime clubhouse manager Liborio passes away
Was popular, well-respected among players, staff and media during 32 seasons in Houston
Dennis Liborio, former longtime Astros clubhouse manager, passed away on Monday. He served as the Astros clubhouse manager for 32 seasons (1980-2011) before retiring in January of 2012 due to health reasons.
Mayor asks non-profit and Houston landlord to reconsider housing migrant children torn from parents
Mayor Sylvester Turner today urged the non-profit Southwest Key and its Houston landlord to abandon a plan to house immigrant children taken from their parents by the federal government at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Cracker Barrel Sista Strut 3K Breast Cancer Walk by iHEARTMedia, Inc. Supports Women’s Health in Houston
In May of this year, the Cracker Barrel Sista Strut 3K Breast Cancer Walk by iHEARTMedia was announced to community leaders from local businesses, churches, professional groups and Houston City officials during a luncheon held at the iHeartMedia offices.
Houston Health Department WIC Program Highlights Benefits of Breastfeeding During National Breastfeeding Awareness Month
The Houston Health Department WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program highlights the overwhelming benefits of breastfeeding this August, National Breastfeeding Awareness Month.
Council Member Dwight Boykins Explains the Reasons Behind his Decision to Tag Agenda Items at City Council
"At City Council, a "Tag" is a procedural matter that allows any Council Member to delay an agenda item to allow more time to discuss that specific item or to engage in a broader public policy debate of importance to all Houstonians and the future of our city.
County Attorney Ryan wins Court Order Stopping Hazardous Waste Dumping
Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan won a court order on Monday stopping a Houston company from dumping hazardous waste into the city’s storm sewer system.
Juneteenth with Epic and Lucille's 1913
Emancipation Park Conservancy (EPC) and Lucille’s 1913 are collaborating to feed Houstonians in need, as EPC celebrates 149 years of hosting Houston’s annual Juneteenth celebration. The organizations will supply meals for 2,000 Houstonians and the event is made possible by Lucille’s 1913, H-E-B, Coca-Cola, Reliant, Council Member Carolyn Evans-Shabazz and the Houston Food Bank.
Solid Waste Management Department (SWMD) Announces Moratorium Of Heavy Trash
Heavy Trash Code Enforcement Suspended Thru March 12th
Due to the continued inclement winter weather conditions in the City of Houston, and to ensure department employee safety, starting on Wednesday February 17, 2021 the operations at the Neighborhood Depository/ Recycling Centers, Westpark Recycling Center, Environmental Service Center, Reuse Warehouse will be closed. During this time, all recycling, yard waste and junk waste collection services will be suspended as well.
The Houston Health Department begins administering updated COVID-19 booster shots
Newer boosters target dominant Omicron subvariants
The Houston Health Department (HHD) is now administering the updated Pfizer and Moderna bivalent booster shots at its health centers and several multi-services centers.
Hispanic Heritage and History Lives on in Campus Namesakes Throughout HISD
HISD has 22 schools that recognize the contributions of Hispanic civic and community leaders who range from educators and civil servants to local restaurateurs, newscasters, Congressional Medal of Honor recipients, and even Nobel Prize-winners.
