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Harris County Passes New Family Financial Assistance Program
Harris County, TX, August 15, 2024, Today Harris County Commissioners Court approved a new family financial assistance program. Under the new program, the approximately 1,600 families who were selected for Uplift Harris back in March will receive $500 monthly payments on a prepaid debit card that can only be used at certain vendors like grocery stores or pharmacies. According to the plan, families can expect to receive the payments in about four months.
Hurricane Beryl debris cleanup: Key dates and what you need to know
The City of Houston’s Department of Solid Waste Management (SWMD) will wrap up the first pass of Hurricane Beryl debris collection by Saturday, August 31. Residents must place all remaining storm debris at the curb by Sunday, August 25, to ensure it is collected during the upcoming second pass, which starts on Monday, September 2.
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump announces 2 new lawsuits to be filed against Harris County for alleged abuse of inmates
HOUSTON – Civil rights attorney Ben Crump held a news conference Friday evening to announce two new lawsuits have been filed against Harris County for the deaths and alleged abuse of eight inmates. The lawsuit was filed on the behalf of Daevion Young, Michael Walker, D’Alessandro Chavez-Sandoval, Victoria Simon,...
130-page appeal filed to try and overturn court’s decision in case of Barbers Hill student’s natural hair
A 130-page appeal has been filed in an attempt to overturn a court’s decision that backs up a Barbers Hill Independent School District policy, prohibiting a student from wearing his hair in a natural style on campus. The student, Darryl George, who is entering his senior year in the...
Action 13 gets answers for NE Harris Co. neighbors plagued by leaning trees since Beryl
Despite concerns from neighbors and school leaders, it was when Action 13 got involved that leaning trees blocking a roadway would be removed.The large debris piles aren't the only clue Hurricane Beryl blew through a northeast Harris County neighborhood. Tall trucks showcase the other sign strong winds impacted this road as they brushed leaning trees going down the street."It could kill somebody, honestly. It really could," Meghan Kolacmy said. "That's a big tree."Kolacmy has been trying to remove the trees for a month before her kids get hurt."It looks like it's nice and fun to climb, right? But the fact...
Seabrook City Council Commits $600,000 to Park Improvements for Enhanced Community Life
Seabrook is about to seriously upgrade its public spaces. In a move approved on August 6, the City Council has decided to allocate a portion of the federal American Rescue Plan Act funds—$600,000, to be specific—towards park improvements slated for completion by the mid of 2025. According to the Houston Chronicle, enhancements are set to include new shade structures, restroom renovations, a pickleball court, and solar lighting for trails.
Disaster Recovery Center in Harris County Closing August 14
AUSTIN – A Disaster Recovery Center in Harris County will close permanently at 6 p.m. on Aug. 14. Center location:. Spring Spirit 8526 Pitner Rd. Any center can help with both Hurricane Beryl and the April 26-June 5 storms and flooding. To find the Disaster Recovery Center location near you, go to fema.gov/drc.
Special White Linen Night In The Heights’ Side Party Lets Movers and Shakers Celebrate In Style — Nan Keeps It Fun
Jose Almodovar, Kamila Almodovar, Nancy Almodovar, Manuel Almodovar make the scene at Nan & Company Properties White Linen Night in The Heights soirée. Where: The parking lot of Nan & Company Properties’ headquarters in The Heights at 725 Yale. PC Moment: While thousands of revelers poured into The...
Harris County homeowners get properties deeded back after KPRC 2 story on alleged fraud
HOUSTON – Harris County homeowners are celebrating a big win two days after a KPRC 2 story about their shock to find out their property deeds had been transferred to a total stranger. The deeds have now been put back into their names with help from local attorneys Marianne...
Texas lawmaker demands answers after student dies following defibrillator malfunction
HOUSTON, Texas (CITC) — Texas state Rep. Christina Morales, D-Houston, sent a letter Thursday to two state education officials demanding answers following the death of a student due to a malfunctioning defibrillator. On Thursday,KTRK-TVreported an eighth-grade boy at Marshall Middle School in Houston died after collapsing in gym class....
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