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Weekend Wastewater Spills
Intense, sustained, rainfall over the weekend resulted in the spill of domestic wastewater at several locations. The areas potentially affected by the spill include:
Lake Tahoe resort city faces critical hours as the Caldor Fire closes in, threatening 34,000 structures
The Caldor Fire, which has forced the evacuation of thousands of people from a popular California tourist town, is now threatening more than 34,000 structures after already destroying hundreds of homes, officials said.
UT Chattanooga Celebrates Black Womanhood With ‘Lemonade’ Week
Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” album has inspired a week’s worth of study in black womanhood at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.
Houston Health Department e=Extends COVID-19 Vaccination Incentive Program
The Houston Health Department is extending its COVID-19 vaccination incentive program by adding two more $1,000 prize opportunities and an additional week.
Judge Expects Bill Cosby’s Trial To Last Two Weeks
The judge in Bill Cosby’s criminal sex assault case expects the trial to last about two weeks and hopes to seat a jury before the proceeding opens June 5 in suburban Philadelphia, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Conn’s HomePlus and the Houston Texans Host “Trick or Texans” with Boys and Girls Club of Stafford
Annual Event is a Spooky Good Time for Families and Fans
Conn’s HomePlus and the Houston Texans host “Trick or Texans,” a family fun Halloween event with Houston Texans player appearance
HPD Officers to Serve Community by Collecting Food Donations
From Thursday, November 29 through Sunday, December 2, more than two dozen Houston police officers will serve the community by collecting food and monetary donations at 14 Fiesta Mart stores in the city as part of the annual HPD Comida/Food Drive, designed to feed thousands of those in need this holiday season.
Celis Brewery Releases Its First Beers in Cans with Celis
Celis Brewery is now distributing Celis White, the legendary witbier created by Pierre Celis in 1965, packaged in aluminum cans for the first time. Celis White, made with the original Celis recipe and passion for quality, is fully portable just in time for spring and summer outdoor activities.
Congressman Al Green Signs On As A Co-Sponsor Of The Coronavirus Immigration Families Protection Act – To Combat COVID-19
On Tuesday, May 12, 2020, Congressman Al Green became a cosponsor of H.R. 6437, the Coronavirus Immigrant Families Protection Act. He also joined a bicameral letter with CAPAC Chairwoman Judy Chu and Senator Mazie Hironolast month calling on House and Senate leadership to include these same protections in the next coronavirus relief package.
Macy's First Colony Celebrates Diwali
Enjoy a day of tradition with Bollywood dance performances, henna artists, music and more!
Join Macy’s First Colony for a celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Light that marks the victory of light over darkness, at a special in-store event. On Saturday, October 19 at 2 p.m., Macy’s First Colony will honor the beauty of the holiday and the traditions celebrated across many communities during this special time of year.
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Sabine River Authority Board Of Directors
Governor Abbott has reappointed Jeffrey D. “Jeff” Jacobs and appointed Joshua A. “Josh” McAdams and Kevin M. Williams to the Sabine River Authority Board of Directors for terms set to expire on July 6, 2025. The purpose of the Sabine River Authority is to conserve, store, control, preserve, utilize, and distribute the storm and flood waters and the waters of the Sabine River and its tributaries.
Black Doctor from Chicago Upset After Police Mistook Him for a Robbery Suspect
Dr. Gregory Hall, a Black American doctor in Evanston, became a victim of mistaken identity. He was walking home from a public library when he was suddenly stopped by police officers and was wrongfully detained for alleged robbery.
Free Comic Book Day Returns on May 7!
Thousands of free comics will be given away, in addition to comic creator signings, cosplay photo-ops, local artists, and more!
Bedrock City Comic Co., a chain of six comic book and pop culture stores in the greater Houston area, will be hosting FREE COMIC BOOK DAY. Six of their locations (Galleria, Spring, Clear Lake, Heights, Sugar Land, Katy) will welcome thousands of attendees for the annual event.
Harris County's New Leadership Takes Oath of Office
It is finally official for newly elected Harris County officials as they sworn into office on Sunday, January 1, 2017, by Harris County Clerk Stan Stanart.
Visiting His 254th County, Beto O’Rourke to Complete Statewide Tour of Texas With a Town Hall in Gainesville on June 9
Beto O’Rourke will complete his 254-county tour of Texas with a town hall in Gainesville on June 9. This visit to Cooke County comes 14 months after O’Rourke launched his grassroots campaign for the senate and pledged to refuse money from PACs and special interests. Instead, the El Paso Congressman has been running a people-powered campaign by driving across the state, showing up in every county, hosting town halls and hearing what’s on the minds of those he wants to represent.
U.S. Virgin Islands Steals the Show at One Music Fest and HottieWee
The U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) brought the warmth and vibrancy of the Caribbean to the heart of Atlanta at the ONE Music Festival, held on October 28 and 29 in Piedmont Park. The USVI, the official destination sponsor, hosted a captivating two-story activation space that immersed festival-goers in the culture and beauty of the island.
Texas Man Gets 50 Years for Stealing $1.2 Million Worth of Fajitas
A Texas man who plead guilty to stealing more than $1.2 million in fajitas while acting as a public servant has been sentenced to 50 years in prison. Gilberto Escamilla, 53, was employed at the Darrel B. Hester Juvenile Detention Center in San Benito, Texas, until August 2017 — when it was discovered that he had been placing orders for fajitas using county funds and then selling them for his own profit since December 2008, according to Cameron County Court filings.
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Statement on Texas Legislature’s Initial Approval of Voting Restrictions
The Texas House of Representatives is in the final stages of passing Senate Bill 1750, which would abolish the Elections Administrator office in only Harris County, and Senate Bill 1933, which would allow for Secretary of State oversight of elections in only Harris County. These bills – which have already been voted out of the Texas Senate – are expected to receive their final vote approval in the Texas House tomorrow.
Once a Safe Haven for Escaped Slaves, Small Arkansas Town Suffers Water Crisis Amidst Heatwave
Presently known as Helena-West-Helena, the city serves as the county seat for Phillips County and is home to a population of slightly over 12,000 people, predominantly African Americans. And typical of Black communities across the country, Helena-West Helena has its share of problems that arise from discrimination.
Comcast And Ticketmaster Debut First Concert Ticketing Experience On X1 For Kelly Clarkson's Meaning Of Life Tour
Comcast and Ticketmaster today announced an industry-first integration that enables Xfinity X1 customers to find tour dates and request concert tickets for their favorite performers directly on the television through Ticketmaster's open ticketing platform. This integration launches with three-time Grammy winner Kelly Clarkson and her 2019 "Meaning of Life" tour. Beginning today, X1 customers can simply say "Kelly Clarkson Tour" into their Voice Remote to take advantage of a special presale window and see a list of Clarkson's local performance dates and venues right on the TV. Comcast and Ticketmaster Debut First Concert Ticketing Experience on X1 for Kelly Clarkson's Meaning of Life Tour
