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By Sarah Grunau, Houston Public Media Temporary outages could last anywhere between four to eight hours. CenterPoint Energy CEO Jason Wells said the temporary outages are “necessary to keep the public and our workers safe[...]
Microsoft doubles down on partnership with the city of Houston by committing $1M to programs
Microsoft and the city of Houston have introduced a new program aimed at addressing technology skills development across Houston. The Houston partners on the initiative include The Ion, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Kino-Eye[...]
USDOT Awards $14M in Grants to Transit Projects
On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced it would be providing early $14 million in grants to 25 projects in 24 states as part of the Accelerating Innovative Mobility (AIM) initiative to support mobility[...]
City of Houston Office of Business Opportunity Solutions Center
The Office of Business Opportunity Solutions Center is a resource center for established and aspiring entrepreneurs that provides information on city, county, state, and federal regulations affecting the operation of Houston area businesses. In addition,[...]
The Harris County Commissioners Extend Mask Order Until August 26th
The Harris County Commissioners have voted to extend the recently-issued mask order until August 26th. The order directs any businesses providing goods or services to require all employees and visitors to wear face coverings in[...]
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Moves Harris County COVID-19 Threat Level to Level 1 – Severe (red) Stay Home
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is increasing the COVID-19 threat level in the area to red. Calling for a return to the stay-at-home conditions of March and April, as COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to spike. She[...]
Gov. Greg Abbott Orders Texas Bars to Close Again and Restaurants to Reduce to 50% Occupancy as Coronavirus Spreads
Governor Greg Abbott today issued an executive order limiting certain businesses and services as part of the state’s efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19. This decision comes as the number of people testing positive[...]
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Issues a New Mask Order
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo issued a new mask order, mandating businesses to require the wearing of face masks, starting Monday, June 22, 2020. The order directs any businesses providing goods or services to require[...]
University of Houston medical school presents inaugural class as construction begins on new building
UH has broken ground on its $80 million medical school building that is expected to be completed in 2022, and the program has named its inaugural class. The new cohort of future doctors is a[...]