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: Houston mayor says Texas should pay some consumers’ massive utility bills
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said Sunday that the state of Texas should pay the massive utility bills some Texas consumers are facing following last week's historic winter storm that knocked out power and sent energy prices skyrocketing......»»
Mayor Turner announces new community revitalization initiative to repair homes
This story excerpt is courtesy of our partners at KHOU 11. Click here for KHOU's full story and video. On July 25, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Rebuilding Together Houston kicked off a new community revitalization initiative to repair homes.....»»
How South Texas College of Law"s legal clinics help improve the quality of life in Houston
When Hurricane Harvey hit Houston in August 2017, it left many people stranded from their pets. Multiple organizations came to the rescue with money, pet food, blankets and offers to shelter animals. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris Coun.....»»
Houston to receive $6.5M of United Arab Emirates’ gift for Hurricane Harvey recovery
Houston will receive $6.5 million of the $10 million the United Arab Emirates previously pledged to Texas for Hurricane Harvey recovery efforts, UAE officials and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announced Jan. 7. The $6.5 million will go to the Grea.....»»
Houston Mayor’s Office of Veterans & Military Affairs gets new director
Mayor Sylvester Turner has appointed a Navy veteran to lead the city's veteran and military affairs. Robert Dembo III is the new director of the Mayor’s Office of Veterans & Military Affairs, effective immediately, according to a May 6 press r.....»»
How Atlanta startup Civic Dinners creates social change through virtual meals
Sandy Springs Mayor Rusty Paul faced a complicated challenge last summer. He wanted to open a dialogue in his community about social justice and inclusion in response to nationwide protests, but the Covid-19 pandemic prevented safe, in-person ga.....»»
3,000 city employees face furloughs under proposed Houston budget
This story excerpt is courtesy of our partners at KHOU 11. Click here for KHOU's full story. HOUSTON — Mayor Sylvester Turner unveiled the details of his 2021 city budget on May 12, calling it the toughest one he's ever had to put together. The.....»»
As Gov. Abbott announces plans to reopen Texas, Mayor Turner wants "measured approach" for Houston
This story excerpt is courtesy of our partners at KHOU 11. Click here for KHOU's full story, and click here for more coronavirus coverage from KHOU. HOUSTON — While Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced his plans to reopen Texas businesses, Houston May.....»»
Capitol Report: Biden calls for moving Democratic convention to August from July
As all sorts of U.S. events get canceled or turned into virtual gatherings, politicians are increasingly talking about what to do with the Democratic National Convention and the Republican National Convention......»»
City of Houston, Harris County opening more COVID-19 testing sites
The following story excerpts are courtesy of our partners at KHOU 11. Click here for more coronavirus coverage from KHOU. HOUSTON — Mayor Sylvester Turner said the city will open its first of two COVID-19 testing sites Friday, March 20. The center .....»»
Mayor Barrett: No word yet on DNC changing plans on Milwaukee event in July
Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett said Thursday morning that he has not heard anything about the Democratic National Convention changing its plans for the city and it's too soon to say whether the convention will proceed as scheduled. "In my mind that's s.....»»
Montgomery County coronavirus patient attended Houston rodeo BBQ cook-off, mayor says
This story excerpt is courtesy of our partners at KHOU 11. Click here for KHOU's full story, and click here for all of KHOU's coronavirus coverage. HOUSTON — Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner confirmed Wednesday, March 11, that the Montgomery County ma.....»»
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner wins runoff over Tony Buzbee (updated)
This story is courtesy of our partners at KHOU 11. Click here for KHOU's updated story and related video — and to see results from the other races. HOUSTON — Mayor Sylvester Turner claimed victory Saturday night, over challenger Tony Buzbee in .....»»
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner claims victory over Tony Buzbee
This story is courtesy of our partners at KHOU 11. Click here for KHOU's developing story and related video and to see results from the other races. HOUSTON — Mayor Sylvester Turner claimed victory Saturday night over challenger Tony Buzbee in a .....»»
UT-Austin to make tuition free for families making under $65K a year
The University of Texas at Austin will soon become a lot more affordable for thousands of students. The UT System Board of Regents unanimously voted July 9 to create a $160 million endowment to provide financial assistance to students. As a result, al.....»»
Largest hospital system in Houston buys all MedSpring Urgent Care centers in Texas
HCA Healthcare Inc. CEO Sam Hazen said during the company’s first-quarter earnings call that he saw future opportunities for the health care system to make “sizable acquisitions.†On July 1, the company made a Texas-sized buy. Nashville, Tenn.....»»
Mayor Turner lays out Prop B implementation plan, including potential layoffs
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner issued a press release late March 18 explaining how the city will go about implementing Proposition B as well as the associated costs. Voters approved the referendum, which establishes pay parity between Houston polic.....»»
Mayor Turner: Houston needs to change how it approaches transit
The Bayou City has employed a strategy for decades that had it expanding its sprawling freeway system. It's time to try something else, Mayor Sylvester Turner said......»»
Sheryl Sandberg Address To Nation’s Mayors In Boston
Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg will participate in a discussion with Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Boston .....»»
Mike Bloomberg Weighing 2020 Democratic Presidential Run
New York City's favorite out-of-touch billionaire former mayor is preparing yet another presidential bid in 2020, which, as CBS New York points out, would make him both the richest and the oldest person to seek the.....»»