HPD Chief’s Citywide P.I.P. Meeting, Sept. 13
This important presentation will educate members about how gunshot detection technology is helping the Houston Police Department combat violent criminal activity in the City of Houston.
City Extends Redistricting Public Comment Period to July 29
The City of Houston has extended the public comment period to receive comments, suggestions, and alternate plans from the public regarding the Proposed City Council Redistricting Plan. Visit https://www.letstalkhouston.org/redistricting to view proposed redistricting maps and data tables. Extended Public Comment Period: Submit all comments and proposed redistricting plans by Friday, July 29 at 4:45 p.m. All plans submitted to [...]
Houston Health Department COVID-19 Updates, July 18
Here are COVID-19 updates from the Houston Health Department for the week of July 18, 2022. Key Metrics Houston's latest 14-day average COVID-19 positivity rate is 30.4% and the wastewater virus load is 927% of the baseline. Stay up to date with vaccines and help lower the numbers. Find nearby free vaccination sites at GetVaxxedHouston.org or by [...]
5th Annual Career Opportunity Fair hosted by the City of Houston Housing and Community Development
Contract Compliance Section in partnership with Houston Community College (HCC) The City of Houston Housing and Community Development department is hosting an in-person hiring fair designed to connect Houstonians with employers, second chance job opportunities, and free resources. Participants will have the opportunity to interview with hiring managers on-site, receive tips from career experts, and engage [...]
Mayor Sylvester Turner and Houston Police Department Announce Decrease in Homicide Rates
Overall Violent Crime and Homicide Numbers in the City of Houston are trending down for the first five months of 2022 Mayor Sylvester Turner and the Houston Police Department announced today that for the first time in more than a year, Houston’s homicide rate is showing a decline. As of today, [...]
The Thomas Telegraph: Vol. 3, Issue 13 – 05-27-2022
Vol. 3, Issue 13- 05.27.22 DISTRICT F NEWS District F, The last few weeks have been incredibly heavy for our nation and our local community. Before I could wrap my mind around the tragedy in Buffalo, New York, we were stopped in our tracks during Tuesday's public session when Mayor Turner announced the shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Thursday, [...]
The Houston Fire Department Recommends Safety Tips for Expected Hot Weather and Memorial Day Weekend Activities
As we remember those who have died serving our Nation, this Memorial Day Weekend and with the temperature expected to reach into the 90s, the Houston Fire Department urges citizens to follow some simple safety tips to prevent heat-related emergencies and preventable accidents. Heat Related Emergencies Always, make sure you "Look Before They Lock". Do [...]
Houston City Council: Redistricting, CIP, and Public Safety Meeting, Today
Join us as we explain the redistricting process, and allow the public to give input to the city on how they want their district to look in the future.
The Thomas Telegraph: Vol. 3, Issue 11 – 05-13-2022
Vol. 3, Issue 10- 05.13.22 DISTRICT F NEWS Dear District F: This week's newsletter has a substantial amount of information. I encourage you to take the time and read through at your leisure, so you are aware of what is happening in your city and neighborhood. The city budget was announced on Wednesday, May 11th. State law [...]
The Thomas Telegraph: Vol. 3, Special Edition, Issue 10 – 05-10-2022
Vol. 3, Issue 10- 05.10.22 DISTRICT F NEWS TODAY IS WORLD LUPUS DAY Join us tomorrow at 6pm Join us at 6pm on May 11, 2022 at the Tracy Gee Community Center for a discussion on Lupus and Your Community of Care with in partnership with the Lupus Foundation of American Gulf Coast Chapter. Panel discussion with resources [...]
