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Sheila Jackson Lee. Receives Key Endorsements From Key Labor Unions Representing Vital Services Needed and Used By Houstonians Across the City

The Sheila Jackson Lee campaign will announce the endorsements of noteworthy local labor unions who are crediting her leadership on critical issues for frontline workers and public servants as the reason that she will be their “Choice” to become the next Mayor of Houston.

Pink Bows Foundation Tees Up for Texas Children’s Houston Open "Birdies for Charity" Campaign

Pink Bows Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to advocating for stronger safety protocols and providing safe spaces at large events, proudly announces its participation in the Texas Children’s Houston PGA Open through the Birdies for Charity Program.

5 Things for November 6: Texas Church Shooting

Just over a month after the Las Vegas mass shooting, another community is torn apart by gun violence. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

Tinder downloads falling; dating app era isn’t over yet

Tinder, the app behemoth that leads the dating market, is shrinking. But virtual love isn’t a dying breed yet.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Supports the Withdrawal of the Air Quality Standard Permit Application of the Soto Ready Mix Plant

Ending Their Quest to Expand Their Concrete Batch Plant in the Acres Home Community

Jackson Lee: “This is a win for the residents of the 18th Congressional District. My constituents voiced their concerns; we fought to bring attention to the harmful potential this plant posed to the Acres Home community and now we have success.”

Patriot Coolers Presents Homes For Our Troops with $60,000 for the construction of a specially adapted custom home for severely injured Veteran, Army SFC Henry Escobedo

Homes For Our Troops, one of the nation’s top-rated Veterans and Military charities, announced today that Patriot Coolers, the #1 rated Cooler Brand in the USA, presented the organization with a check on Friday, August 23, 2019, for $60,000 at the company’s headquarters in Houston, Texas for the construction of a specially adapted custom home for severely injured Veteran, Army SFC Henry Escobedo.

Judge Maria T. Jackson kicks off campaign for Harris County Commissioner Precinct 1

Standing on the steps of the Harris County Courthouse and surrounded by more than 60 friends, family and supporters, Judge Maria T. Jackson today kicked off her campaign to be the next commissioner for Harris County Precinct 1.

Representative Al Green's Decisive Vote from a Wheelchair Thwarts Homeland Security Impeachment Bid

In a remarkable turn of events in the House, Representative Al Green of Texas showcased unwavering commitment and a strategic edge, profoundly influencing the impeachment proceedings against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas.

Reverend Doctor Joseph Echols Lowery, Age 98 October 6, 1921 - March 27, 2020

Our beloved, Rev. Dr. Joseph Echols Lowery, made his transition peacefully at home at 10 p.m., Friday, March 27, at the age of 98. He was surrounded by his daughters.

Governor Abbott Appoints Ten to Texas Industrialized Building Code Council

Governor Greg Abbott yesterday appointed Stephen Shang and Roberto Lay-Su and reappointed Roland Brown, Scott McDonald, and Douglas Robinson to the Industrialized Building Code Council for terms set to expire on February 1, 2019. Additionally, he appointed Marcela Rhoads, Suzanne Arnold, and Brian Bailey and reappointed Randall Childers and W.F. “Dubb” Smith for terms set to expire on February 1, 2020. The council oversees the state program regulating industrialized housing and buildings.

Rockets Mike D’Antoni Named Western Conference Coach of the Month for February

Today, the NBA announced that Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni was named Western Conference Coach of the Month for February. He has won the award 10 times in his career, including five times since joining Houston in 2016-17.

Houston Food Bank & Windsor Village Food Distribution Site Reopens

The Windsor Village Church Family Partners with The Houston Food Bank and The City of Houston

Beginning Thursday, June l8th, The Food Bank, in partnership with The Windsor Church Family and the City of Houston, will resume distribution of fresh produce and dry goods to families facing challenges due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Tens of thousands of Houstonians have been impacted by this global disaster. With so many people still out of work, the demand for food has increased. The distribution will take place on Thursdays until further notice.

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Congratulates the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston on its selection to Receive $738,772 in funding under the Education Research Program for Studi

Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee announced today that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded $738,772 in funding under the education research program to the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. The grant will be used in examining the cost-effectiveness of continuous improvement models for preschool teachers in the Texas public school districts of Houston, Austin, and Dallas/Fort Worth.

"Kids & Christmas" Pops Concert

Saturday, December 21, 5:00pm Alice Pratt Brown Hall, Rice University

The Houston Children’s Chorus presents this annual family concert of holiday favorites accompanied by orchestra in the beautiful setting of Stude Concert Hall.

HISD rolling out student designed enrollment truck to reach Houston families

Houston Independent School District is prioritizing equitable access to Houston and surrounding families with a new HISD Mobile Enrollment Unit (E-Unit) coming to a neighborhood near you.

Big Climb Houston is back!

On Saturday April 2, media and the public are invited to attend the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Big Climb Houston in the fight to cure blood cancers. Participants of the Big Climb will challenge themselves to climb 50 flights of stairs to the top of Three Allen Center and raise critical funds in support of blood cancer research and patient support. Planet Fitness, the innovative fitness franchise with a major presence in Houston, will be local sponsor of the event for the 5th year.

8th Annual Year of Joy Ice Skating Party: Over 200 Children Celebrate Holidays at Discovery Green

Hundreds of Children from underserved communities enjoy "8th Annual Year of Joy Ice Skating Celebration at Discovery Green".

Congressman Al Green Secures $1,550,000 in Federal Funding for the City of Houston Sunnyside Park

On Thursday, May 4, 2023, Congressman Al Green will present a symbolic check in the amount of $1,550,000 to the City of Houston for the Sunnyside Park Community Center.

Harris County Commissioner Ellis, Houston Mayor Turner, Sheriff Gonzalez to Announce Houston’s Third Gun Buyback Scheduled Later This Month

Commissioners Court Last Year Approved 8 Buyback Events as a Coordinated Effort to Reduce Violent Crime

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Sheriff Ed Gonzalez will announce that they will host a gun buyback on Feb. 18 at Deussen Park. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner also will attend the news conference.

Houston-Galveston Area Council Elects 2024 Board Officers, Emphasizes Regional Collaboration

The Honorable Sally Alcorn, Houston, Texas, city councilmember, will lead the board of directors as chairperson for 2024

The Houston-Galveston Area Council announces its 2024 board officers, led by Chair Sally Alcorn.

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