HPD Seeks to Raise Awareness of Domestic Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month Domestic Violence Awareness Month provides an opportunity for the Houston Police Department to bring additional attention to an underreported crime. Victims are usually, but not always, women, with one in four women experiencing domestic violence in her lifetime. It affects people of all ages and all ethnic, racial and [...]
INFORMATION UPDATE: Hurricane Matthew, Domestic and International Response
Hurricane Matthew in the U.S. The devastating effects of Hurricane Matthew are still causing great suffering in several states, including North Carolina, where deadly floods have cut off entire communities. The American Red Cross remains on the scene providing shelter, meals and relief supplies to those in great need. On Thursday morning more than 3,200 [...]
KHOU11 this week for a telethon – Need Volunteers this Friday
The Red Cross is thrilled to partner with KHOU11 this week for a telethon to benefit Red Cross disaster relief efforts for individuals and families affected by Hurricane Matthew. The telethon is scheduled for Friday, October 14th. Kicking off at 12pm and ending at 6pm, at 1945 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019. Remember to drink [...]
Hurricane Matthew Update – Massive Red Cross Response Ongoing
As another week begins, yet again the American Red Cross is responding to another major disaster that has wreaked havoc and changed thousands of lives forever. As you read below, keep in mind the sheer costs involved with responding to and caring for the thousands affected. It is a long response and recovery process that [...]
Alief Family Fun Day and Resource Fair, Nov. 19
Event Date: Saturday, November 19, 2016 from 10 am to 2 pm. Location: Alief Community Center, 11903 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77072. This will be an inside event. Cost: No Cost to Vendors to Participate. Resources Available: All vendors will be provided with a table and two chairs. Also, if you are interested in providing [...]
UPDATE: Hurricane Matthew, International Response and Domestic Preparation
Situation Update: Hurricane Matthew passed over Cuba and continues its destructive path toward the Bahamas and the U.S., leaving behind a trail of devastation that includes at least 11 deaths. Hurricane Matthew continues to fluctuate in strength, but is currently a Category 3 storm, moving slowly northwest. The storm pummeled towns, farmland and resorts and [...]
Celebrate Diversity Rally, Oct. 11
Featuring: Voter Registration Voting Information Employment Empowerment Music/ Entertainment ( Showcasing local DJ’s, musicians and poets ) Food ( hamburgers/hotdogs, Asian & Latino cuisines ) Voter Education/Awareness ( Deputy Volunteer Registrars–registering voters and providing information re: updated I.D. laws, and protecting your voter rights )
Alief Early College High School and Kerr High School Recognized as National Blue Ribbon Schools
Alief Early College High School and Kerr High School are among only 329 schools in the nation to be named as 2016 National Blue Ribbon schools. This award is based on their overall academic excellence or their progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups. Only five high schools in Texas were named Blue Ribbon [...]
