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Mayor Turner›s Proposed FY 2021 Budget Includes Tough Cuts, Preserves Public Safety and Maintains City Services
This week, Mayor Sylvester Turner presented his proposed FY 2021 budget closing a $169 million gap caused in part by the COVID-19 pandemic.
NFL Fans Across the Country Experience “Random Acts of Kickoff”
98TH NFL Season Premieres with Kansas City Chiefs vs. New England Patriots
In the lead-up to the 2017 NFL season, all 32 clubs are hosting RANDOM ACTS OF KICKOFF fan experiences, ranging from surprise player and celebrity appearances, to team rallies with free merchandise and game tickets, to events supporting non-profit organizations in the community. Visit NFL.com/Kickoff or follow #KICKOFF2017 and #RANDOMACTSOFKICKOFF on social media to view team activations.
METRO Labor Day Schedule
In observance of Labor Day, METRO will operate on the following schedule Monday, Sept. 5, 2022:
Transformers: The Last Knight Opens in Theaters June 23
The Last Knight shatters the core myths of the Transformers franchise, and redefines what it means to be a hero. Humans and Transformers are at war, Optimus Prime is gone. The key to saving our future lies buried in the secrets of the past, in the hidden history of Transformers on Earth. Saving our world falls upon the shoulders of an unlikely alliance: Cade Yeager (Mark Wahlberg); Bumblebee; an English Lord (Sir Anthony Hopkins); and an Oxford Professor (Laura Haddock).
Deadline Nears for Public Comment on 2020 Census Controversies
Before the public comment period on the 2020 Census closes at 11:59 pm on August 7, civil rights organizations continue to amplify the clarion call to Americans to denounce the inclusion of a "citizenship question" on the final census form - a question as to whether respondents are U.S. citizens.
Fort Bend County Expands COVID-19 Testing Site to All Residents
More available tests, free for all, no screening for symptoms
County Judge KP George announced publicly on Tuesday that the Fort Bend County testing site for COVID-19 is now open to all residents -- whether or not they are experiencing symptoms from the novel coronavirus. The Judge announced the expansion in the open session of the Commissioner’s Court.
City of Houston "Paying It Forward" Volunteers Will Deliver Hurricane Laura Supplies Saturday Morning
Help is on the way for some East Texas residents who are working to rebuild their communities after the devastation caused by Hurricane Laura. Volunteers spent Friday collecting and packaging supplies that Houstonians have generously donated to the Paying it Forward Hurricane Laura relief effort.
4 Tips To Get Your Hair Pool Ready
It’s no secret that chlorine can be taxing on the hair, especially if it’s chemically treated, but that’s no reason to avoid getting some much-needed pool time this summer.
Visit Lake Charles Encourages Everyone to Celebrate National Plan for Vacation Day!
National Plan for Vacation Day (NPVD) is Tuesday, Jan. 25, and Visit Lake Charles and the U.S. Travel Association are encouraging everyone to plan time off for the entire year at the start of the year. After nearly two years of pandemic stress and fatigue, this is an opportunity for Americans to look ahead to brighter days and make plans for getaways or vacations over the coming months.
Building Hate Crime Response Capacity in Community-Based Organizations
University of Houston in Collaboration with Houston Coalition Against Hate
Hate crime data from the FBI is alarming. Since 2020, hate crimes have surged and continue their rancid ascent. As they continue to permeate the fabric of society, the University of Houston has been called upon by the Houston Coalition Against Hate (HCAH) to guide community-based organizations, which are on the front lines in leading communities through crisis, to come together to form a consolidated response to hate. HCAH is a network of community-based organizations, institutions and leaders who have united to reduce hate and encourage belonging.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Celebrates 52nd Anniversary of Medicare And Medicaid
Jackson Lee: “Over more than five decades, Medicare and Medicaid have saved countless lives and provided health security to millions of seniors and vulnerable children.”
Houston Based Celebrity Hairstylist, Charmeka Augustine-Young, is Available for Spring/Summer Beauty Segments & to Discuss Houston's Influence in the Luxury Virgin Hair Industry
With the right hairstyle, a woman’s energy will radiate and beam through out every part of her body while having her believing the most magical things about herself. H-Town’s own Charmeka Augustine-Young, is bringing magic to the multi-billion dollar hair industry.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Urges Trump Administration to Stop Immigrant Family Separation
Decrying the forcible separation of immigrant children from their parents at the Mexico border, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s International President Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson urged the Trump administration to immediately end the practice and reunite the families.
Houston Resident Launches Fundraising Campaign to Help Domestic Violence Survivors
Support this fundraising campaign to provide resources and safe spaces for survivors of domestic violence.
HISD receives high ranks from Children at Risk for being pandemic resilient
The Houston Independent School District is home to some of Houston’s most pandemic resilient schools according to Children at Risk’s annual list of best public schools.
PERRY HOMES ANNOUNCES 55-FOOT VALENCIA PRODUCT IN WEST HOUSTON
New Product Line Offers Mediterranean-style Stucco Exteriors
Perry Homes has added a 55-foot Valencia series to its list of homes available in the Katy master-planned community of Cane Island by Rise Communities LLC.
Second defendant sentenced to 30 years in prison for murdering 7-year-old Jazmine Barnes
The second of two men responsible for the 2018 drive-by shooting death of 7-year-old Jazmine Barnes has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for murder, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced Thursday.
This Little Light of Mine: The Legacy of Fannie Lou Hamer
D.C.- based filmmaker streams documentary short about civil rights icon
Director Robin N. Hamilton re-releases the documentary about an extraordinary woman who went from picking cotton at age 6 to becoming an indomitable civil rights leader. Capturing a snapshot in time from her historic speech at the Democratic National Convention in 1964, This Little Light of Mine: The Legacy of Fannie Lou Hamer packs power into 30 minutes.
Small businesses plan massive push for net neutrality ahead of senate CRA vote
Thousands of small businesses will deliver a letter to Congress during national Small Business Week on May 2nd
Thousands of small businesses, ranging from construction companies to tech startups are planning to deliver an open letter to Congress on Wednesday, May 2nd calling on lawmakers to support the Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to block the FCC’s repeal of net neutrality. Small business owners will host delivery events at congressional offices across the country, where they will deliver the letter and complete list of signers, and host a short press conference about the impact of losing net neutrality on small businesses.
Find the Perfect Holiday Gifts, at Every Price, at Macy’s
Macy’s takes the stress out of the season with an incredible range of items from ultra-luxe to gifts under $100, $50, or $25 of the best and buzziest brands, plus services that make finding the perfect gift effortless. Whether that stocking needs a little extra stuffing or a holiday soireecalls for cozy cashmere, Macy’s has an incredible assortment of fashion, accessories, toys, beauty, and home with convenient services and great shipping to make it simple. Check out macys.com/gifts to view helpful shopping guides by price and shop Macy’s Friends and Family sale now through Dec. 9 with code FRIENDS for extra savings.
