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Texas Republicans pass bills targeting elections administration in Houston-area county
Texas Republicans have approved a pair of bills targeting the elections process in Harris County, the state’s largest and home to Houston, with voting rights activists accusing the GOP of plotting a “power grab” in an increasingly Democratic county.
TEA Names Mike Miles as New HISD Superintendent
On June 1, 2023, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) initiated a state takeover of the Houston Independent School District (HISD), marking a significant development in the district's governance. As part of the takeover, Mike Miles was appointed as the new superintendent along with a new board.
Here’s what’s in the debt ceiling deal
After several weeks of tense negotiations, President Joe Biden and House Republicans have reached an agreement in principle to address the debt limit and cap spending.
Manhattan district attorney urges court to reject Trump bid to move criminal case
The Manhattan District Attorney’s office is arguing that former President Donald Trump’s criminal case involving hush money payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels should not be moved to federal court because it had nothing to do with Trump’s official duties as president.
Getting Unwanted Guns Off the Street; City and County Announce Date of Next Gun Buyback
Mayor Sylvester Turner joined Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Houston Police Chief Troy Finner today to announce the date of the next gun buyback.
Are airplane seats too small? Senators want the FAA to look again
Two Senate Democrats want the Biden administration to take another look at whether airplane seats are too cramped.
Halle Bailey shares a tough moment she had filming ‘Little Mermaid’
Halle Bailey is certainly the it-girl (or, mermaid, as it were) of the moment, but it wasn’t without a serious amount of effort on her part to get there.
Amanda Seyfried says Elizabeth Holmes’ sentence is ‘fair’ as former exec reports to prison
As Elizabeth Holmes reported to prison on Tuesday, Amanda Seyfried shared her thoughts on the disgraced Theranos founder’s sentence.
Teach For America Houston Welcomes Two New Board Members Laura Frnka-Davis
Teach For America (TFA) Houston, a local nonprofit organization that works to expand educational opportunities for all children, announced the addition of two new members to its Board of Directors. The new members bring a wealth of experience and expertise to TFA Houston, and their appointment reflects the organization’s commitment to diversifying its leadership to help achieve its strategic goals.
State Representative Ron Reynolds 88th Legislative Session Accomplishments, Highlights, Missed Opportunities and Bad Bills
The 88th Legislative Session started with an unprecedented $33 Billion surplus. The state Republican leadership has failed miserably with misplaced priorities and focused on “red meat” right wing issues that do nothing to improve the lives of everyday working Texas families. Our public schools did not get the funding they need to properly educate our children, teachers did not get the long overdue pay raises, our electric grid reliability was not addressed and property tax cuts never came to fruition.
Kylie Minogue returns to the charts with ‘Padam Padam’
Kylie Minogue has landed back on the charts with her first UK Top 40 hit in years. “Padam Padam,” the lead single from her upcoming 16th album, “Tension,” has debuted at No. 26 on Friday’s Singles Chart. It is currently tracking even higher at No. 18.
Amazon corporate workers plan to stage walkout, citing ‘lack of trust’ in leadership
Nearly 2,000 corporate workers at Amazon have pledged to walk off the job on Wednesday to signal a “lack of trust” in the company’s leadership, in what could be the most visible sign of dissent among the e-commerce giant’s office workers in recent memory.
What the debt ceiling deal could mean for student loan borrowers
If passed into law, the bipartisan debt ceiling deal will dash any hope borrowers might have that the federal student loan payment pause would be extended for a ninth time.
China sends first civilian astronaut to space as Shenzhou-16 blasts off
China sent its first civilian astronaut into orbit on Tuesday, as it launched the Shenzhou-16 mission to its space station for its second in-orbit crew rotation, marking another step forward for the country’s ambitious space program.
‘The Boogeyman’ turns deep-seated fears into a small-scale Stephen King movie
Nothing could be more visceral than the fear monsters that kids imagine under the bed or in the closet are actually real, which provides the backbone of “The Boogeyman,” a movie (very) loosely based on Stephen King’s early short story. Originally earmarked for Hulu, the film is now receiving a theatrical release, where its modestly scaled chills should scare up some business.
FBI director scheduled to speak with congressional Republicans about Biden document dispute
FBI Director Christopher Wray is scheduled to speak Wednesday with House Oversight Chairman James Comer and Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley regarding a dispute over an internal law enforcement document that Republicans believe will shed light into an allegation that then-Vice President Joe Biden was involved in a criminal scheme with a foreign national.
Torera Ends Sunday
Audiences are raving! Torera touches hearts and leaves audiences in awe with its beautiful choreography. This captivating production seamlessly blends emotion and movement, creating a truly unforgettable experience. Don't miss this touching and wonderfully choreographed masterpiece!
Kids aren’t always taught AAPI history in schools. These people are trying to change that
Jaslene Lai heard a classmate joke about her having the “kung flu” this school year, when she was under the weather, wearing a mask.
Mayor Turner Names New Asian American and Pacific Islander Advisory Board, Strengthening Community Engagement in the City of Houston
Today, Mayor Sylvester Turner proudly announces the establishment of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Advisory Board, a momentous step towards fostering stronger connections between the City of Houston and its diverse communities. This newly formed board will serve as a vital bridge, ensuring that the voices, concerns, and contributions of the AAPI community are heard and included in the city’s decision-making processes.
