schools
Houston ISD rolling out student self-esteem e-learning pilot program
Posted on · The ten-week pilot program will serve 200,000 students within 12 Houston ISD schools.
Houston
Grant to help ID needs, improvements in Houston’s Settegast neighborhood
Posted on · The historically Black community is located in Houston’s northeast side. Officials are working with residents to ID important needs and issues.
City of Houston
Houston municipal courts’ amnesty program underway; resolves delinquent cases without penalty
Posted on · Any cases delinquent before October 1 are eligible and the program will run through November 19.
Health & Science
Houston-area RSV cases are unusually high with increased number of hospitalizations, expert says
Posted on · RSV is usually a mild, respiratory virus that mostly affects children. But it can be serious for some young patients.
Economy
Civic boosters are ready for the economic swell of another Houston Astros World Series run
Posted on · Houston First says that home games during the first two rounds generated millions in economic impact and believes that number will go up for the World Series.
Harris County
To combat catalytic converter thefts in Harris County, AAA offers free etching in car parts
Posted on · Harris County reported that about 3,000 catalytic converters have been stolen this year, with 177 of the thefts taking place in September.
Harris County
Sunnyside residents get help with tax, housing, loan questions
Posted on · Dozens of individuals were able to communicate directly with congressional caseworkers regarding social security, IRS, Medicare and Veterans’ assistance.
Sports
Houston hosts national pickleball tournament with hundreds of players
Posted on · Pickleball combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong. It’s one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S., according to Houston Parks and Recreation Department.
Housing
Harris County approves tenants’ rights policy for affordable housing residents
Posted on · Harris County has invested $256 million in affordable renting units, and are planning to put another $200 million from the American Rescue Plan into building and preserving affordable housing.
Education
Student loan forgiveness applications submitted by millions as Biden administration site now live
Posted on · More than 43 million student loan borrowers could see either $10,000 or $20,000 canceled from their balances. The average student loan balance is $32,700 in Harris County.
Houston
Houston METRO bus stop honors Josue Flores, 11-year-old stabbed to death in 2016
Posted on · The bus stop is in front of Northside High School, where Flores would have graduated in May.
Criminal Justice
NAACP says Juan Delacruz not guilty verdict in Pamela Turner death unjust, wants him fired
Posted on · The NAACP and other local civil rights activists are prepared to hit the streets of Baytown and protest the ruling.
Transportation
Houston’s Bush Intercontinental Airport to have heavy traffic due to road closures during October, November
Posted on · The airport will be working on electrical work underground in anticipation of expanding its international terminal.
Law Enforcement
Nonprofit buys 19 billboards throughout Houston area in support of police, firefighters
Posted on · The group said they are also making a pledge to visit every fire station, police station, and sheriff station in Harris County to show their appreciation.
Transportation
Houston’s airports should have better road conditions, more gates as work continues
Posted on · Houston Airport System leaders say the worst is behind them after a summer of nightmare vehicle traffic at Bush Intercontinental and discussed future plans for both of the city's airports on Wednesday.