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Department of Justice to Send Election Observers to Harris County
Today the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it will be sending federal election observers to Harris County on Election Day. Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee had been in ongoing communication with DOJ officials, who reached this decision just a couple of weeks after County Attorney Menefee, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner sent a joint letter requesting DOJ intervention in response to Texas state officials’ statement they would send election inspectors and an Attorney General task force to Harris County to perform “random” checks on election materials.
Lorraine Diaz Homicide Cold Case Solved Nearly Six Years After Her Death
A six-year-old cold case involving the gruesome murder of a Houston woman who was shot to death by her boyfriend has been solved by Fort Bend County Sheriff’s detectives.
HISD Coaches Selected For Prestigious Mentoring Program
Two coaches from the Houston Independent School District have been selected for the prestigious ROCK Coaches Mentoring Program.
Buffalo Soldiers National Museum Invites the Community to Celebrate Juneteenth
The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum invites you to celebrate Juneteenth Saturday, June 18 from noon until 4:00 pm. Bring the family and celebrate Juneteenth with us! The Museum will open at 10:00 AM, and the Celebration begins at noon. Enjoy a live art session with artist Lauren Luna, tours, Living History Tours, a live DJ, food truck and a cash bar.
The V.O. Burton Foundation Inc Gives Back To Where It Began
Phyllis Burton is the CEO and Founder of the V.O. Burton Foundation Inc. This nonprofit organization was created in honor of her late father Varn O. Burton. He managed over seven apartment complexes in the Trinity Gardens community. During his tenure he relentlessly gave back to the community and was an agent of change. He would visit tenants that transitioned to nursing homes and bring them needed items and a home cooked meal that he prepared himself. The V.O. Burton Foundation Inc is hosting Its first event where it all began.
The V.O. Burton Foundation Inc Hosts Trinity Garden Give Back Event
Phyllis Burton is the CEO and Founder of the V.O. Burton Foundation Inc. This nonprofit organization was created in honor of her late father Varn O. Burton. He managed over seven apartment complexes in the Trinity Gardens community. During his tenure he relentlessly gave back to the community and was an agent of change. He would visit tenants that transitioned to nursing homes and bring them needed items and a home cooked meal that he prepared himself. The V.O. Burton Foundation Inc is hosting Its first event where it all began.
Harris County Clerk's Office Issues One Milionth Marriage License
June is a popular month for wed- dings and the Harris County Clerk’s Office (HCCO) is happy to announce that its Personal Records office in downtown Houston recently issued its one millionth marriage license. According to Harris County Archives, HCCO recorded its first marriage license in 1837.
Cyclospora Cases On the Rise in Harris County
The Houston Health Department, Harris County Public Health (HCPH), and the Fort Bend Health & Human Services (FBCHHS) have received reports of an increased number of Cyclospora infections within their jurisdictions and urge people to use caution this summer while cooking and spending time outdoors.
Claude Cummings III: A Dedicated Candidate for Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector
Claude Cummings III is a candidate for Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector. A devoted family man residing in North Houston with his wife Joaquina and three wonderful children – Jillian Rae (12), Claire Elizabeth (9), and Laila Rose (7) – Claude brings a wealth of experience and a passion for community empowerment to this important role.
METRO Unveils Newest Designs in School Bus Shelter Program
On Wednesday, May 24, 2023, METRO will unveil a new bus shelter at Kashmere High School and reveal several new designs for bus shelters near schools within Aldine ISD.
Habitual Stalker Sentenced to 35 Years in Prison
A 48-year-old Houston man was sentenced to 35 years in prison Thursday for repeatedly stalking and harassing a woman with whom he had a prior relationship, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
The MFAH Has Appointed Anita Bateman as Associate Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art
A curator and art historian in the fields of modern and contemporary African art and art of the African diaspora, Dr. Bateman will focus on developing exhibitions and defining and expanding the Museum’s long-term collection goals
DOWNTOWN DISTRICT ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF THING-A-MA-JINGLE TO MAIN STREET
The Houston Downtown Management District (Downtown District) is shutting down Main Street on Friday, Nov. 26 for the return of Thing-A-Ma-Jingle, a night of festive fun for ages 21 and up throughout Downtown’s Historic District.
George Memorial Library Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Aztec Dance Performance
Fort Bend County Libraries’ George Memorial Library will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special live performance, “Danza Azteca Splendor!” on Saturday, September 30, from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon, in the Jodie E. Stavinoha Amphitheater at the library, located at 1001 Golfview in Richmond.
First Saturday Tai Chi at Chapelwood
Saturday, October 7, 2023 Chapelwood United Methodist Church 11140 Greenbay St, Houston, TX 77024 The Courtyard Room 12:00pm - 3:00pm
The League of Women Voters Protecting County Elections
The League of Women Voters of Texas issued the following joint statement with the League of Women Voters of Houston in response to calls to redo the 2022 Harris County elections and the legislative bills filed to allow the State to remove and replace local County Election Administrators:
CityCentre Invites JobSeekers to Midway Works Job Fair
Houston Residents and Students Invited to Explore Exciting Career Opportunities
Jobseekers are invited to kickstart their career at the Midway Works Job Fair. On February 27 from 9 a.m.—12 p.m. at The Moran Meeting & Events Center, attendees will be greeted by various retailers, restaurants, and businesses of CITYCENTRE who will be eager to hire and match applicants to the perfect position.
Houston Symphony presents Blast Off to Space, Feb. 25
Critically acclaimed American conductor Nicholas Hersh returns to the Jones Hall stage for an epic outer-space adventure with action-packed music from Star Wars, E.T., The Planets, and more on February 25, 2023. From the moon to Mars and beyond, this concert transports every child’s imagination to a galaxy far, far away! Lobby activities will take place beginning at 9 a.m., an hour prior to the first concert at 10 a.m., and again following the second concert until 1 p.m.
Solid Waste Management Collection and Facility Schedule for Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday 2024
January 9, 2024: In observance of the City of Houston's approved holiday, Monday, January 15, 2024, collection services will be interrupted during Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. Below you will find a list of closures for facilities and administration and updates to curbside recycling services.
Pastor Bridget Hilliard Donates 75 Thousand Dollars to Kids for Back-to-school
Pastor Bridget Hilliard, the founder of B's Girls Foundation, recently initiated her first annual "B's Girls Shopping Trip" and hosted New Light Church's third annual back to school bash, where she donated seventy-five thousand dollars to kids in the Houston community. On August 12, 2017, Pastor Hilliard escorted twenty-two girls via a coach bus to partake in a shopping spree at the Galleria Mall. Each girl received a budget of one-thousand dollars to shop at various stores such as Nordstroms, Aldo, H&M and Forever 21.
