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Houston Rallies to Aid Uninsured Families Post-Hurricane Beryl with Multimillion Dollar Recovery Fund
Amidst the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, a beacon of hope shines for the residents of the Greater Houston area as the Greater Houston Disaster Alliance activates the Hurricane Beryl Recovery Fund. Announced on Monday, the fund aims to provide a lifeline for those grappling with the hurricane's devastation, focusing particularly on aiding low-to-moderate-income families who are uninsured or underinsured. With the combined efforts of local leaders and nonprofit organizations, emergency financial help, home repairs, and a panoply of other resources stand ready for those in need.
Beyonce’s Dad, Mathew Knowles, Got Fired Up When Singer Got C+ In Math and Teacher Told Her ‘She’s Not Gonna Do Anything’ as a Musician
Beyoncé‘s rise to superstardom is no accident; it’s deeply intertwined with the unwavering support of her parents. Her dreams were always a priority in her […] Beyonce’s Dad, Mathew Knowles, Got Fired Up When Singer Got C+ In Math and Teacher Told Her ‘She’s Not Gonna Do Anything’ as a Musician
CenterPoint CEO faces backlash over photo amid Hurricane Beryl recovery efforts in Houston
As the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl continues to leave some Houstonians without power, the CEO of CenterPoint Energy has come under fire for a recent photo. The image, posted by the Houston Chronicle, shows CEO Jason Wells in front of a thermostat set to 70°F, sparking outrage among people who have endured a week without electricity amidst soaring temperatures and heat advisories.
Highs And Lows: Houston’s Swashbuckling Summer League Duo
Houston’s Summer League campaign is underway. Things are largely progressing as expected. Already, there have been notable highs and lows. That’s hardly surprising when discussing a team almost entirely reliant on the scoring production of two extremely young players. Cam Whitmore and Reed Sheppard both came out of the gates in rip-roaring fashion. While there have been some lows since the duo looks bound to buckle and swash their way right through next season.
BRENHAM ISD CRACKING DOWN ON CELL PHONE USAGE
Brenham ISD is tightening its restrictions on cell phones heading into the new school year. On Monday, trustees reviewed changes in the student handbook for the 2024-25 academic year, specifically pertaining to the use of personal cell phones. Summarizing the changes, Chief of Staff Christine Johnson said students will not...
Cameron Park Zoo mourns death of beloved Southern White Rhinoceros
WACO, Texas — The Cameron Park Zoo in Waco is mourning the loss of one of its longtime residents, Jabba the Southern White Rhino. Jabba was born at Lion Country Safari, Inc. in Florida on Feb. 25, 1981, said the zoo. He reportedly died at the age of 43, being one of the oldest males of his species in any zoo worldwide, said the Cameron Park Zoo.
Why Texas’ mass power outages continue to happen
Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. It’s become a familiar cycle: A powerful storm sweeps through a swath of Texas and takes the electric system down in its grip. Trees might bend and topple, crashing down onto a power pole. Sometimes the weight of ice pulls branches onto electric lines. Other times wind makes a wire spark, and that ember ignites a destructive blaze.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott tells RNC that Trump will ‘restore order’ at border
Gov. Greg Abbott (R-TX), a border state leader who has unleashed an unprecedented effort to reinforce security at the Mexico boundary amid the Biden-era border crisis, said he sees “hope on the horizon” with the potential election of former President Donald Trump. “I see hope on the horizon because on Nov. 5, Joe Biden will […]
Rent Prices In Three Texas Cities Have Largest Decreases In America
With rent prices going through the roof all over the country, we've seen the opposite in three Texas cities that have one of the largest rent decreases in the country. We have all the details. CBS News is reporting that rent prices across the USA are rising faster than wages...
Texas Is The Number One Worst State In Nation For Pests
There are many animals in the state of Texas. With so much surface area covered by the state, you're bound to see one animal you've never seen before. I mean, some of us have seen a fox run past us in Texas right?. Not all animals are friendly to humans...
Saddle up for the 43rd Annual Texas Ranch Roundup
Each year, 10 historic ranches from around the Lone Star State compete in the Kay Yeager Coliseum to see who is the best to then compete in the Working Ranch Cowboys Association Championship in Amarillo in November.
Texas farmers grapple with water worries amid drought and population growth
SAN ANTONIO - As the drought in Texas continues, farmers in rural areas of the state are growing more concerned about their water. Mark Friesenhahn, a former Exxon Mobile engineer turned pecan farmer, voices growing apprehension among agricultural workers about the future availability and cost of water in Texas. "Somebody's...
Frustration with power company mounts as Texans face weeklong outage after Hurricane Beryl
More than a week after Hurricane Beryl made landfall, utility crews across Houston are still working to restore power to the last 50,000 customers who have been without electricity through a stretch of hot weather. Some residents and politicians say they've had enough and their frustration is directed at CenterPoint Energy. William Brangham discussed more with Dug Begley of the Houston Chronicle.
Hurricane Beryl: Road to Recovery
People seeking answers and still seeking power after CenterPoint Energy’s delayed response. Houston and surrounding areas…we have a problem!. When Winter Storm Uri hit the state of Texas in February 2021, it exposed the many inadequacies we have in the state relative to the separate electricity grid with the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT). Well over 3.5 million Texans were forced to be without power to warm their homes and the Texas Department of State Health Services declared that 246 was the official death toll because of Winter Storm Uri in Texas. Texas Republican Governor Greg Abbott asked the Republican-controlled Texas State Legislature to conduct investigations into what preparations and decisions were made by ERCOT in advance of Winter Storm Uri.
Trampoline Goes Airborne During Wild Texas Storm
Thanks to the miracle of modern technology, we’re all able to witness Mother Nature’s wrath from a safe distance. In some cases, the clips serve as reminders of the less obvious dangers of severe weather. This is one of those cases. If you’re looking to add a trampoline...
USPS Announcement: Massive Mailing Changes Impacting Texas Residents Now In Effect!
The United States Postal Service (USPS) is extremely vital to many people in Texas for a variety of purposes, from sending and receiving letters and packages to getting mail including bills and other crucial papers. But USPS has announced organizational changes that will soon impact mail services for citizens of Texas.
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