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Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Extension of Emergency SNAP Benefits for November

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Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Extension of Emergency SNAP Benefits for November
As part of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing more than $310 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits for the month of November 2021. The allotments are expected to help more than 1.5 million Texas households.

“Our continued investment in emergency SNAP benefits has ensured Texas families can put food on the table throughout the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Governor Abbott. “Thank you to HHSC and USDA for ensuring these resources reach Texans across the state.”

“We are proud to be able to help Texans get nutritious food for their families and have peace of mind as they celebrate the holiday season together,” said Texas HHS Access and Eligibility Services Deputy Executive Commissioner Wayne Salter.

HHSC received federal approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to extend the maximum, allowable amount of SNAP benefits to recipients based on family size, and all SNAP households will receive a minimum of $95 in emergency allotments. This additional emergency allotment should appear in recipients’ accounts by November 30.

The emergency November allotments are in addition to the more than $4.8 billion in benefits previously provided to Texans since April 2020.

Administered by HHSC, SNAP is a federal program that provides food assistance to eligible low-income families and individuals in Texas. Texans in need can apply for benefits, including SNAP and Medicaid, at YourTexasBenefits.com or use the Your Texas Benefits mobile app to manage their benefits.

Source: gov.texas.gov

Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At University Of Houston College Of Medicine Building Exclusive Preview

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Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At University Of Houston College Of Medicine Building Exclusive Preview
Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the exclusive preview of the new University of Houston College of Medicine building. The event celebrated the developmental milestone in the construction of the new building for the College of Medicine. In 2019, Governor Abbott signed House Bill 826 into law which established the University of Houston College of Medicine.”This new facility, combined with outstanding faculty and community partners, will ensure that doctors who graduate from the University of Houston have the skills they need to succeed,” said Governor Abbott. “More than that, the University of Houston College of Medicine will play a pivotal role in creating a healthier and safer future for the entire state of Texas. Even before the creation of this college, the University of Houston was a renowned tier one research university with outstanding programs in health and science-related fields—and the College of Medicine will continue that tradition and elevate this university as a leader in medical education.”

Source:gov.texas.gov

Audiences are singing the praises of Sister Act at Theatre Under The Stars!

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Audiences are singing the praises of Sister Act at Theatre Under The Stars!

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Who killed Dimas G.Tiul-Choc?

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Who killed Dimas G.Tiul-Choc?

Crime Stoppers and the Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division need the public’s assistance identifying the suspect responsible for a Murder.

On Friday, October 1, 2021, at approximately 12:01 a.m., Dimas G. Tiul-Choc was shot and killed in the 8600 block of Pitner Rd in Houston, Texas. During the incident, the victim was in the park area when an unknown suspect approached the victim with a handgun and demanded money. The unknown suspect fired multiple gunshots at the victim striking them. The suspect fled the scene. The victim died as a result of the gunshot injuries they sustained during the shooting.

The family of Dimas G. Tiul-Choc is requesting the community’s help with identifying the suspect responsible for this murder.

Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the charging and/or arrest of the suspect in this case. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. Only tips and calls DIRECTLY TO Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.
VICTIM: DIMAS G. TIUL-CHOC
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Who killed Daniel Sanchez?

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Who killed Daniel Sanchez?

Crime Stoppers and the Pasadena Police Department’s Homicide Division need the public’s assistance identifying the suspect(s) responsible for a Murder.

On Tuesday, October 12, 2021, at approximately 8:11 p.m., Daniel Sanchez was shot and killed in the 2300 block of Red Bluff Rd. in Pasadena, Texas. During the incident, the victim was walking in the parking lot when unknown suspects approached the victim. The unknown suspects fired multiple gunshots at the victim striking them. The suspects fled the scene. The victim died as a result of the gunshot injuries they sustained during the shooting.

The family of Daniel Sanchez is requesting the community’s help with identifying the suspect(s) responsible for this murder.

Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the charging and/or arrest of the suspect in this case. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. Only tips and calls DIRECTLY TO Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.
VICTIM: DANIEL SANCHEZ
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Nov. 2 is Election Day: Here’s everything you need to know

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Nov. 2 is Election Day: Here’s everything you need to know
A sign directs voters to a polling place in Rosenberg, Texas, in this undated file image.
Tuesday is Election Day and it is important to know what’s on the ballot. Here are some races you should be aware of.

Statewide, Texans will vote on eight constitutional amendments, and locally, Houston area residents will have district- and county-specific ballot options. There are also a number of school board elections that will greatly impact our children’s futures.

Here is a breakdown of what’s on the ballot:

State of Texas Proposition 1 – Raffles – This amendment would add professional rodeo charitable foundations that are sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association or the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association to the list of similar foundations for other professional sports associations that are authorized to hold raffles. These raffles may be held at rodeos in the state of Texas.

State of Texas Proposition 2 – County Government / Bond Issues – The Texas Constitution allows the legislature to authorize cities to issue bonds or notes to finance development or redevelopment of transportation or infrastructure in “unproductive, underdeveloped or blighted areas”. Proposition 2 would amend the Texas Constitution to add counties to the political entities that can issue bonds or notes for that purpose, and to pledge increases in property tax revenues to repay the bonds or notes.

State of Texas Proposition 3 – Religion Services – This proposed amendment is a reaction to restrictions put in place by the governor and some local governments during the COVID-19 pandemic. The restrictions required religious services to be held remotely or limited the number of people who could attend in person.

State of Texas Proposition 4 – State Judiciary / Judges – Changes the eligibility requirements for the following judicial offices: a justice of the supreme court, a judge of the court of criminal appeals, a justice of a court of appeals, and a district judge.

State of Texas Proposition 5 – State Judiciary – Authorizes the Texas State Commission on Judicial Conduct to accept and investigate complaints and reports against candidates running for state judicial office.

State of Texas Proposition 6 – Health care and Constitutional Rights / Caregiver visits – During the COVID-19 pandemic, family and other caregivers were restricted from access to nursing homes and other group facilities. Th is proposed constitutional amendment would allow a resident to name a person to be their essential caregiver, and visits from their essential caregiver would become a resident’s constitutional right. Th e Legislature may provide guidelines for caregiver visitation policies and procedures.

State of Texas Proposition 7 – Property Tax Exemption – This proposition would update the Constitution to allow surviving spouses of disabled persons a limit on school district property taxes. Currently, this limitation is provided to homeowners over 65 years old and to disabled persons. To be eligible for this limit, the spouse must be at least 55 years old when the disabled person died and still live in the home. In 2019, the Tax Code was updated to allow this tax limitation for surviving spouses of disabled persons, but the Legislature failed to authorize a proposed constitutional amendment. Some counties followed the Tax Code and some did not. For those that did not, eligible surviving spouses may be due a refund.

State of Texas Proposition 8 – Taxes and Veterans – Amends the Texas Constitution to allow the legislature to apply a homestead tax exemption for surviving spouses of members of the military to those fatally injured in the line of duty

OTHER KEY RACES:

City of Baytown Mayor

Brandon Capetillo

David “Isick” Isaac

John Bryant

City of Missouri City Councilmember District A

Reginald Pearson

Bruce Zaborowski

Monica Riley

City of Missouri City Councilmember District B

Jeffrey L. Boney

Everett Land

City of Bellaire, Council Member Pos. 1

Winfred C. Frazier

Kevin Newman

City of Bellaire, Council Member Pos. 3

Javier Vega

Ross Gordon

City of Bellaire, Council Member Pos. 5

Andrea Ehlers

David Montalvo

Brian Witt

SCHOOL BOARD RACES:

Houston Community College System, Trustee District III

Brandon “B.D.” Cofield, Sr.

Adriana Tamez

Houston Community College System, Trustee District VIII

Victor Gonzales

Eva Loredo

Jharrett Bryantt

Aldine ISD, Trustee Pos. 3

Rose Avalos

Jimmy Morales

Nico Matthews

Aldine ISD, Trustee Pos. 4

Conception Esparza

Zaheer Malik

Aldine ISD, Trustee Pos. 5

Steve Mead

Emmanuel Guerrero

Donald Jones

Alief ISD, Trustee Pos. 4

Darlene Breaux

Deborah Pepper

Alief ISD, Trustee Pos. 5

Donald Murphy Guillory

Randal Steward

Harvey Anh Tong

Alief ISD, Trustee Pos. 6

Jennifer Key

Ronald Bruce Franklin Jr.

Alief ISD, Trustee Pos. 7

Damon Barone

Gregg Patrick

Cy-Fair ISD, Trustee Pos. 5

John Ogletree Jr.

Natalie Blasingame

Grace Horner

Todd LeCompte

Xavier Leal

Courtney Spradley

Cy-Fair ISD, Trustee Pos. 6

Don Ryan

Chris Harrison

Scott Henry

Ryan Irving

Cy-Fair ISD, Trustee Pos. 7

Bob Covey

Craig Jacobs

Michael Perez

Lucas Scanlon

Houston ISD, Trustee District I

Elizabeth Santos

Janette Garza Lindner

Matias Kopinsky

Houston ISD, Trustee District V

Sue Deigaard

Maria Benzon

Caroline Walter

Houston ISD, Trustee District VI

Holly Maria Flynn Vilaseca

Kendall Baker

Gregory Degeyter

Houston ISD, Trustee District VII

Anne Sung

Dwight Jefferson

Bridget Wade

Lee Maceriaen Walker

Houston ISD, Trustee District IX

Myrna Guidry

Gerry Monroe

Joshua Rosales

Klein ISD, Trustee Pos. 2

Doug James

Matt Skaggs

Klein ISD, Trustee Pos. 3

Chris Todd

Natalie Pilkinton

Klein ISD, Trustee Pos. 4

Dustin Creager

James Fluker

Rhonda Foster

Denise Morrison

Dara Osborn

Michael Walsh

Klein ISD, Trustee Pos. 5

Ronnie Anderson

Kristin Cobb

Source: www.click2houston.com

Gloria Williams’ children said they were locked in room with brother’s decaying remains

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Mom charged in abandonment case appears in court Monday
A woman facing charges after her three children were found in an abandoned apartment in west Harris County with their brother’s remains appeared in court Monday.

Court officials said there were multiple delays as they tried finding a court appointed attorney represent Gloria Williams, 35, in the case. According to the district attorney’s office, Neal Davis has been assigned to represent her.

Williams was charged with injury to a child and tampering with evidence. Her bond was set at $900,000 but the judge believes the bond is “insufficient.” According to the district attorney’s office a hearing will likely be held later on in the week to determine if the bond should be raised. At this time, her bond conditions include:

  • Personally appearing in court
  • Committing no crimes that could result in arrest
  • No contact with prosecution’s witnesses or victims
  • She shall refrain from going to or within 200 feet of a residence, school, place of emloyment or other location where minors or her children attend school or child care or work
  • Williams is required to submit to drug and alcohol testing
  • Williams must remain within Harris County and its contiguous counties
  • She must not use, possess, or consume marijuana or any controlled substance or dangerous drug unless obtained by lawful prescription or issued by a medical doctor.
  • Williams must not use or possess a firearm.
  • Observe an initial curfew from 6:01 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. seven days a week
  • Defendant must not use, possess or consume alcohol.
  • Williams must submit to GPS monitoring.
  • Williams must stay 500 feet away from any school, park, playground or other location where children regularly gather, have no unsupervised contact with any person uner age 17, and have no contact with her co-defendant Brian Coulter.

Investigators say the body of her 8-year-old son was discovered in an apartment, along with three other children who had been abandoned.

During the court session on Monday, the surviving children alleged that they were locked inside a room with the 8-year-old’s remains even while Williams and her boyfriend, Coulter, lived in the apartment. After they moved out in March, prosecutors said Williams would deliver groceries to the children once a month and paid the rent as a way to conceal the boy’s remains.

Coulter is charged with murder for the death of the 8-year-old boy. His bond was set at $1 million.

Kendrick Lee’s brother had face surgery

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Kendrick Lee’s brother had face surgery

One of the children rescued from a Harris County apartment — where their dead sibling decomposed for nearly a year — required reconstructive facial surgery for an untreated injury that escalated to an infection, according to prosecutors.

The extent of the injury — caused when authorities say suspect Brian Coulter punched the child — was revealed Monday in court as the mother of the children, Gloria Williams, 35, went before a judge on three charges in the abuse case.

Coulter, Williams’ boyfriend, punched the child’s jaw in the weeks prior to the rescue when he visited the couple’s nearby apartment, prosecutors said. The apartment was separate from the third-floor unit at 3530 Green Crest where deputies on Oct. 24 discovered the three malnourished children living with the skeletal remains of their brother, 8-year-old Kendrick Lee.

The mother is charged with injury to a child by omission, injury to a child causing serious bodily injury, and tampering with evidence, in this case, a human corpse. Her boyfriend is charged with murder.

In court, Judge Kelli Johnson asked whether Williams was aware of the abuse toward her children, and the prosecutor overseeing the case, Andrea Beall, replied that she did. The judge has agreed to seal documents with the identities of the surviving children.

“This case has shocked the conscience of our community, as well as the nation,” Beall said. “We need to make sure we find answers as to how a mother could allow this to happen to her children.”

Williams on Monday offered few words in the 178th District Court other than to say good morning to the judge. A hearing later this week will determine whether the mother’s combined bail of $900,000 will be lowered, raised, or stay the same.

Defense attorney Neal Davis III, appointed to the case that morning, said he was unsure if Williams had the financial support of her family to pay for her pre-trial release.

Defense attorney Neal Davis III, appointed to the case that morning, said he was unsure if Williams had the financial support of her family to pay for her pre-trial release.

“The law says that every person is entitled to a reasonable bond and a reasonable bond right now is not $900,000,” Davis said.

Coulter and Williams were arrested Tuesday in the child’s death and the abuse of the others.

Authorities discovered Kendrick’s remains after his 15-year-old brother called police to CityParc II at West Oaks Apartments, telling them that their mother abandoned them in March. The siblings received food deliveries sent by their mother but were mostly forced to fend for themselves at times as their brother’s body continued to decompose.

According to court documents, two of the siblings witnessed Coulter punch and kick Kendrick until he stopped moving.

Coulter told police that he lost his temper.

The kids were forbidden from leaving the apartment by their abusers, the eldest child told authorities, and was possibly locked in different parts of their home. The conditions in the apartment were deplorable: the carpet was soiled and there were no furniture, bedding, or blankets. Roaches and flies crawled around the empty space.

The eldest brother was afraid to seek help because he had been abused and traumatized, officials said. He was relying on his mother to contact authorities after discovering his brother’s body in a bedroom last Thanksgiving, but she never did.

The mother said she did not report the abuse or death because her boyfriend told her not to, authorities said. She also feared that Child Protective Services would take her children away and she would go to jail. The state agency last week took custody of her children.

As authorities continue their investigation, they have also wondered why neighbors at the complex never called law enforcement. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office never received a report of foul odors or other suspicious activity from the unit, the agency has said.

Astros overcome Braves’ early burst to win, force Game 6

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Astros overcome Braves’ early burst to win, force Game 6
Houston Astros' Martin Maldonado celebrates after his RBI-single during the seventh inning in Game 5 of baseball's World Series between the Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

 The Houston Astros overcame a 4-0 1st-inning deficit to come back and beat the Atlanta Braves 9-5, prolonging the World Series and necessitating a Game 6 back at Minute Maid Park.

The Braves had jumped out to their four-run lead off a grand slam by Adam Duvall off Astros’ starter Framber Valdez.

However, the Astros proved they had plenty of fight in them, even while trailing 4-0 after the first inning. Alex Bregman, whose struggles caused him to be dropped from third to seventh in the batting order, got the Astros on the board with a double in the second inning. Martin Maldonado added a sacrifice fly to chop the lead in half.

The Astros would then score two more runs in the next inning off a Carlos Correa RBI double and a run-scoring groundout by Yuli Gurriel. The Braves answered back in their half of the third when Freddie Freeman hit a 460-foot home run off of Valdez to help the Braves retake the lead 5-4.

Valdez would depart in the third inning, and a major key was the Astros bullpen completely shutting out the Braves from that point forward.

The offense would again come through in the fifth inning, when the two-out scoring the Astros had made a regular ALCS habit re-emerged. With the bases loaded and two gone in the inning, Maldonado worked a five-pitch walk to force in a run, tying the game. Then, Marwin Gonzalez, whose previous hit came on October 3, laced a two-run bloop single to stake the Astros to a 7-5 lead.

In the seventh, again with two outs, Maldonado would come through again, this time with a run-scoring single to left field to increase the lead to 8-5. That would help cap off a 3-RBI evening for Maldonado, who had driven in a total of two runs previously in this postseason.

Correa drove in Jose Altuve in the eighth inning to make it 9-5 Houston for the final margin.

The teams will now head to Houston for the remainder of the World Series, starting with Game 6 on Tuesday evening.

Source: www.click2houston.com

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