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Texas GOP files suit to stop drive-thru voting in Harris County

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Texas GOP files suit to stop drive-thru voting in Harris County

HOUSTON – The Republican Party of Texas says it has sued Harris County in an effort to stop drive-thru voting.

There are currently 10 drive-thru polling locations in Harris County for the November election. As of this writing, all locations will be open during Early Voting, starting on Oct. 13, and also on Election Day, Nov. 3.

In a news release about the lawsuit, the Republican Party of Texas argues that drive-thru locations are an illegal expansion of curbside voting that should be restricted to only those who are sick or disabled.

“(Harris County Clerk Chris Hollins) is trying to unlawfully expand a form of voting almost entirely targeted at voters who physically can’t walk into a polling location,” the news release reads. “… (He) is telling all Harris County residents that they are eligible for curbside voting when he knows that is not the case. Any voter that does not qualify to vote curbside under narrow statutory language would be voting illegally if allowed to vote drive-through.”

Hollins issued this statement on the lawsuit:

“The Republican Party has feverishly used its resources to limit voters’ ability to exercise their constitutional right to vote this November instead of figuring out ways to help voters know their rights. This lawsuit is not only frivolous, but it’s also a gross misrepresentation of the differences between curbside voting — for voters with disabilities, including illness — and drive-thru voting, which is available for all voters who want to vote from the safety and convenience of their vehicle. My office is focused on ensuring voter safety and access this fall. We invite all political parties to join us in that mission.”

Voto Latino Registers the Most Latinx Voters in History

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Voto Latino Registers the Most Latinx Voters in History

Voto Latino Registers the Most Latinx Voters in History, Surpassing One Million Registered Voters; Raises $35 Million and Mobilizes 3.7 Million Latinx Voters for 2020

The organization reaches 500,000-voter registration goal for 2020 election cycle, more than double its 2018 results

WASHINGTON, Oct. 12, 2020 / — Today, Voto Latino, the nation’s largest Latinx voter registration organization, announced that it has officially registered 1,057,090 Latinx voters to-date, the most ever in history. For the 2020 election cycle specifically, Voto Latino has surpassed its 500,000-goal, registering more than 558,000 voters to-date across the country. This voter registration number is expected to increase daily by the thousands in critical states leading up to Election Day on Tuesday, November 3, and is more than double the organization’s results from the previous election cycle in 2018. Notably, Voto Latino has registered 257,294 in Texas alone, more than Voto Latino’s nationwide registration total in 2018. Remarkably, this milestone was accomplished during COVID-19, thanks to Voto Latino’s digital-first infrastructure and use of innovative technology-based tools.

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“Our results reflect the Latinx community’s deep desire to participate in this election,” said María Teresa Kumar, President and CEO of Voto Latino. “For too long, our community has been ignored by the political establishment. Two years ago, Voto Latino made a big bet: invest in our infrastructure and start efforts early to meet the moment. This year, for the first time, Latinxs will be the second-largest voting bloc in the country and we were ready. We will mobilize 3.7 million to flex their muscle this November.”

In addition, Voto Latino has raised $35 million, more than double its original goal for the 2020 election cycle, with a new goal of raising $37 million by Election Day. As a result, the organization has been able to step in and fill the gaps in voter registration left in traditional on-site programs, and is positioned to mobilize upwards of 3.7 million new and low propensity Latinx voters in six battleground states, including Arizona (400K), Florida (1M), Nevada (175K), North Carolina (175K), Pennsylvania (150K), and Texas (1.8M). The organization will now undertake get-out-the-vote efforts and advocacy work to ensure that this election is free and fair as the country heads into the final stretch of election season.

Voto Latino is a grassroots political organization focused on educating and empowering a new generation of Latinx voters, as well as creating a more robust and inclusive democracy. Through innovative digital campaigns, culturally relevant programs and authentic voices, we shepherd the Latinx community towards the full realization of its political power.

Get Your 🎟 For The Rest Of The Season

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Get Your 🎟 For The Rest Of The Season

It’s the home stretch for the Houston Dynamo as we look to make a push for the playoffs.  Only 3 games remain at BBVA Stadium this season and we are excited to welcome a limited number of fans to each of them.

Purchase your tickets now by clicking on the game you want to attend below!

BBVA Stadium has worked to develop a plan to enable a limited number of fans to attend Houston Dash home matches in a manner that is as safe as possible, while following government regulations, required health and safety protocols and guidance from medical experts, including social distancing.

Matches will have additional measures to ensure the safest possible experience for Guests.

  • Social Distanced Seating & Limited Capacity
  • Digital Tickets Only via the AXS App (ios & Android) & Cashless Only Purchases In-Stadium
  • Tickets will be Non-Transferable and Unavailable for Re-Sale
  • Spectator Waiver will be Required for Ticket Purchase
  • Masks Mandatory
  • Touchless Temperature Checks at Gates
  • Specific Gate & Timed Entry for All Fans
  • Packaged Concessions & App Ordering
  • CLICK HERE for complete details on Matchday Safety

We hope to see you again at BBVA Stadium soon!

 

CAMINO A LOS PREMIOS BILLBOARD DE LA MUSICA LATINA CON LOS ESPECIALES

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CAMINO A LOS PREMIOS BILLBOARD DE LA MUSICA LATINA CON LOS ESPECIALES

CAMINO A LOS PREMIOS BILLBOARD DE LA MUSICA LATINA CON LOS ESPECIALES “DETRAS DE LA FAMA”, Y “LA ALFOMBRA DE PREMIOS BILLBOARD” POR TELEMUNDO

Telemundo anunció tres especiales de televisión en torno a los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina 2020:

 

• “Detrás de la Fama” (17 de octubre a las 10 pm/9c)
• “La Alfombra de Premios Billboard” (21 de octubre a las 7 pm/6c)
• “Billboard: Acceso VIP” (21 de octubre a las 11:35 pm/10:35c)

Miami, FL – 12 de octubre de 2020– Telemundo anunció hoy una amplia cobertura para los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina 2020, con tres programas especiales en torno a la esperada premiación. “Detrás de la Fama” el sábado, 17 de octubre a las 10 pm/9c, presentará entrevistas exclusivas y en profundidad con las figuras de los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina: Maluma, Pitbull, Carlos Vives y Becky G. “La Alfombra de Premios Billboard” se transmitirá en vivo el miércoles, 21 de octubre a las 7 pm/6c, y mostrará la glamorosa llegada de las estrellas a la alfombra roja. Por su parte, el especial “Billboard: Acceso VIP”, será emitido el miércoles, 21 de octubre luego de la ceremonia de premiación a las 11:35 pm/10:35c y presentará aspectos exclusivos de detrás de cámaras de la entrega de premios.

Stephanie Himonidis, co-conductora del galardonado programa mañanero “Un Nuevo Día” de Telemundo, se estrena como presentadora de “Detrás de la Fama”, un especial de televisión que presentará entrevistas exclusivas con consagradas figuras de la música que atraviesan por un gran momento: Maluma, quien es finalista para dos premios, y recibirá el Premio Billboard Espíritu de la Esperanza, mientras que Carlos Vives, cantará y será honrado con el Premio Billboard Salón de la Fama. Por su parte, Becky G, es finalista en tres categorías incluyendo “Top Latin Albums” Artista del Año, Femenina, y Pitbull, que luego de estrenar el videoclip del remix de “Mala” de su álbum Libertad 548, llega a cantar a la premiación. Estas cuatro superestrellas latinas compartirán sus desafíos, éxitos y también revelarán historias de sus vidas personales.

La premiación de mayor prestigio en el mundo de la música latina contará con una lluvia de estrellas del mundo artístico y se transmitirá en vivo por Telemundo el miércoles, 21 de octubre comenzando con “La Alfombra de Premios Billboard” a las 7pm/6c, seguido por la premiación a las 8pm/7c desde el BB&T Center en Sunrise, Florida. “La Alfombra de Premios Billboard” que dejará ver a las estrellas vistiendo sus exclusivos modelos de diseñadores y permitirá conocer lo último que están haciendo las figuras, será conducida por Rodner Figueroa (Al Rojo Vivo), la cantautora Natalia Jiménez, la actriz Sofía Castro, Jorge Bernal (Suelta la Sopa), Vanessa Claudio (Suelta la Sopa) y Stephanie Himonidis (Un Nuevo Día).

Para culminar la gran noche, después de la ceremonia de premiación “Billboard: Acceso VIP” nos llevará a un viaje de lo que sucede detrás del escenario donde conviven las estrellas durante la premiación, bajo la conducción de Ana Jurka (Titulares y Más/En Casa con Telemundo), Rodner Figueroa (Al Rojo Vivo) y Carlos Adyan (En Casa con Telemundo).

Los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina 2020 coinciden con Latin Music Week (Semana de la Música) de Billboard, una experiencia virtual de tres días dedicada a la música, cultura y entretenimiento latino. Celebrando su 30 aniversario, el evento tendrá lugar del 20-23 de octubre y presentará conversaciones íntimas con artistas, paneles con personalidades de la industria, actuaciones exclusivas y más. Para más información y para reservar su cupo, visite BillboardLatinMusicWeek.com. Para ver las últimas noticias, visite Billboard.com/Latin.

In-Person Early Voting for the November 2020 General Election Starts Tomorrow

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In-Person Early Voting for the November 2020 General Election Starts Tomorrow

(Houston, Texas) –– The Early Voting period for the November 2020 General Election begins tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13th, and continues through Friday, October 30th. This is the longest Early Voting period in Texas history, and voters who are not eligible to vote by mail are encouraged to vote early to avoid long lines and crowds on Election Day. The Harris County Clerk’s Office has provided more voter access than ever before, tripling the number of Early Voting Centers from just over 40 in 2016 to 122 this November. Visit http://www.HarrisVotes.com/Locations to find your nearest voting center, along with approximate wait times at voting centers across Harris County.

“My number one priority is keep voters and election workers safe this November,” said Harris County Clerk Chris Hollins. “We know that voting by mail is the safest and most convenient way to vote, but for the thousands of Harris County residents that are not eligible, we’ve provided more opportunities to vote and stay safe than ever before in Texas history. We’ve worked hard to provide a safe in-person voting experience and give voters more choices in how they cast their ballot — from larger, safer locations to voting from the comfort and safety of your vehicle. I encourage everyone to make your plan to vote and to take advantage of the Early Voting period to cast your ballot safely this fall.”

VOTING METHODS

KEY DATES

  • Tuesday, October 13: First day of Early Voting
  • Friday, October 23: Last day to apply to vote by mail
  • Tuesday, October 27 – Thursday, October 29: Extended Early voting hours to 10 pm
  • Thursday, October 29: 24 hour voting at eight (8) locations
  • Friday, October 30: Last day of Early Voting
  • Tuesday, November 3: Election Day

Southwest to begin flying out of both Bush Intercontinental and Hobby Airports

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Southwest to begin flying out of both Bush Intercontinental and Hobby Airports

“As Southwest approaches a commemoration of 50 years of flying, the carrier intends to return to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport.”

HOUSTON — Longtime Houstonians know and pretty much assume that if someone says they are flying to or from Hobby Airport, then they are likely taking a Southwest flight.

But that won’t always be the case anymore.

Southwest Airlines on Monday announced that it is adding service at two big international airports: Houston George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) and Chicago O’Hare.

This won’t be the first time the airline as flown out of IAH, however. Southwest originally operated out of Bush, known then as Houston Intercontinental Airport, when the airline opened in the 1970s.

The airline says the addition of service at IAH will “compliment” its service at Hobby, which means flights will continue there as well.

Statement on the Houston expansion from the airline:

“As Southwest approaches a commemoration of 50 years of flying, the carrier intends to return to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), complementing its substantial operation at Houston Hobby (HOU). Intercontinental served as one of three airports where Southwest operated on its first day in operation, June 18, 1971. The carrier moved to Hobby Airport shortly thereafter though it operated service from both airports between 1980 and 2005. Southwest remains a key employer in the City of Houston, providing nearly 4,000 jobs. “

Bush Airport service is expected to begin early in 2021. Further details about the schedules and fares was not immediately released.

In 2015, Southwest opened its international terminal at Hobby Airport, flying to tropical destinations like Cancun.

Governor Abbott Surges State Resources To Support COVID-19 Response In El Paso

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Governor Abbott Surges State Resources To Support COVID-19 Response In El Paso

 

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) have surged medical personnel and personal protective equipment (PPE) to El Paso to help combat COVID-19 and support hospitals in the region. This deployment of 75 medical personnel, including nurses and respiratory therapists, is in addition to the 169 personnel previously deployed to El Paso. DSHS is also working with contracted staffing agencies to ensure personnel are available to be deployed to regions seeing an increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations, like El Paso, so the state can respond quickly to their needs.

“It is vital that Texas communities seeing an uptick in hospitalizations have the resources they need to combat COVID-19,” said Governor Abbott. “This surge in medical personnel and PPE will help support El Paso’s hospitals and first responders as we mitigate the spread of this virus. The State of Texas will continue to work alongside local officials and prioritize the health and safety of Texans.”

Seven From Sunday – Week 5

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Seven From Sunday – Week 5

A look at seven statistical highlights from games played at 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, October 11, the fifth week of the 2020 season.

  • Pittsburgh rookie wide receiver CHASE CLAYPOOL, a native of Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada, registered seven receptions for 110 yards and three touchdowns, and added a rushing touchdown, in the Steelers’ 38-29 win over Philadelphia. Pittsburgh advanced to 4-0 for the first time since 1979.Claypool is the third rookie wide receiver to record four touchdowns in a single game in NFL history, joining JERRY BUTLER (September 23, 1979) and HARLON HILL (October 31, 1954).

    Claypool is the fourth rookie with at least two receiving touchdowns and one rushing touchdown in a single game since 1970, joining LYNN CAIN (October 14, 1979), JOEY GALLOWAY (November 12, 1995) and KAREEM HUNT (September 7, 2017).
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    Claypool is the fourth player since 1990 to register at least three receiving touchdowns and one rushing touchdown in a single game, joining JAMAAL CHARLES (December 15, 2013), ERIC METCALF (September 20, 1992) and DANNY WOODHEAD (December 20, 2015).

    The Steelers defense recorded five sacks and two interceptions on Sunday. Pittsburgh is the fourth team since 2000 to register at least three sacks and an interception in each of its first four games of a season, joining the 2018 CHICAGO BEARS, 2016 DENVER BRONCOS and 2009 DENVER BRONCOS.

  • Arizona quarterback KYLER MURRAY passed for a career-high 380 yards with one touchdown and one interception for a 103.4 rating and added a rushing touchdown in the Cardinals’ 30-10 win at the New York Jets in Week 5.Murray has five rushing touchdowns this season and is the fourth quarterback since 1970 with at least five rushing touchdowns in his team’s first five games of a season, joining Pro Football Hall of Famer TERRY BRADSHAW (1972), CAM NEWTON (2011) and KORDELL STEWART (1997).

    Cardinals wide receiver DEANDRE HOPKINS recorded six receptions for 131 yards and a touchdown in the team’s win on Sunday.

    Hopkins, who is 28 years and 127 days old, has 9,130 career receiving yards and is the fourth-youngest player to reach 9,000 career receiving yards in NFL history. Only Pro Football Hall of Famer RANDY MOSS (27 years, 310 days), CALVIN JOHNSON (28 years, 56 days) and LARRY FITZGERALD (28 years, 81 days) reached the milestone at a younger age.

  • Kansas City quarterback PATRICK MAHOMES passed for 340 yards, his 20th career game with at least 300 passing yards, while wide receiver TYREEK HILL rushed for a touchdown in the team’s Week 5 loss to Las Vegas.Mahomes is the fourth quarterback with 20 games with at least 300 passing yards in his first four seasons in NFL history, joining Pro Football Hall of Famers KURT WARNER (26 games) and DAN MARINO (22), as well as ANDREW LUCK (21).

    Hill, who has 36 receiving touchdowns and five rushing touchdowns during his career, joined Pro Football Hall of Famer JERRY RICE (197 receiving touchdowns, 10 rushing touchdowns) as the only players with at least 35 receiving touchdowns and five rushing touchdowns since 1970.

  • Appearing in his 80th career game, Cleveland wide receiver ODELL BECKHAM JR. had five receptions for 58 yards in the Browns’ 32-23 win against Indianapolis.Beckham has 6,805 career receiving yards and surpassed TORRY HOLT (6,784) for the third-most by a player in his first 80 career games in NFL history. Only Pro Football Hall of Famer LANCE ALWORTH (7,854) and JULIO JONES (7,676) had more.

    Beckham has 485 career receptions and surpassed KEENAN ALLEN (482) for the third-most by a player in his first 80 career games in league annals. Only ANQUAN BOLDIN (502) and JULIO JONES (501) had more.

  • Dallas rookie wide receiver CEEDEE LAMB had eight receptions for 124 yards in the Cowboys’ 37-34 win over the New York Giants in Week 5.Lamb is the second player with at least five receptions in each of his first five career games in NFL history, joining TERRY GLENN (1996).
  • Atlanta running back TODD GURLEY rushed for 121 yards and one touchdown in Week 5 against Carolina.Gurley recorded his 75th career touchdown in his 78th career game on Sunday, becoming the fourth-fastest player to reach the mark in NFL history. Only Pro Football Hall of Famers JIM BROWN (72 games), LADAINIAN TOMLINSON (72) and EMMITT SMITH (77) reached the milestone in fewer games.
  • Los Angeles Rams defensive lineman AARON DONALD tied his career high with four sacks while linebacker TROY REEDER registered three sacks in the team’s 30-10 win at Washington in Week 5.Donald and Reeder are the first pair of teammates to each record at least three sacks in the same game since Week 17 of the 2015 season [Houston’s WHITNEY MERCILUS (3.5 sacks) and J.J. WATT (three sacks) on January 3, 2016].

    Donald, who also recorded four sacks in Week 7 of the 2018 season, is the fifth player with two games with at least four sacks since 2000, joining JUSTIN HOUSTON, CHANDLER JONES, JOEY PORTER and CAMERON WAKE.

Astros ready for Rays in Game 1 of ALCS

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Astros ready for Rays in Game 1 of ALCS

Astros ready for Rays in Game 1 of the ALCS

Game 1 of the best-of-seven series between Houston and Tampa Bay is today at 6:37pm CT at Petco Park in San Diego. The game will air on TBS. Framber Valdez gets the start for the Astros against Tampa Bay’s Blake Snell. The Astros beat the Rays in five games in last year’s ALDS, but the two teams did not play each other during the 2020 regular season.

The Astros brushed aside a 29-31 regular season to sweep the Twins in the AL Wild Card Series and overwhelmed the A’s in four games in the ALDS at Dodger Stadium, capped by Thursday’s 11-6 win.

Tampa Bay won 40 games during the regular season — the most in the AL — and is making its first ALCS appearance since the 2008 season, when it lost in the World Series to the Phillies.

Catch all the action with us at the Official Astros Watch Parties at Karbach Brewing Co. Watch Parties begin 30 minutes before each first pitch throughout the ALCS. Tonight’s festivities begin at 6:00pm and first pitch is at 6:37pm. We hope to see you there!

LUIS FONSI Y DADDY YANKEE SERAN HONRADOS CON EL PREMIO BILLBOARD

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LUIS FONSI Y DADDY YANKEE SERAN HONRADOS CON EL PREMIO BILLBOARD

LUIS FONSI Y DADDY YANKEE SERAN HONRADOS CON EL PREMIO BILLBOARD CANCION LATINA DE LA DECADA POR “DESPACITO” EN LOS PREMIOS BILLBOARD DE LA MUSICA LATINA POR TELEMUNDO

Los iconos de la música latina recibirán el reconocimiento por el histórico hit que impuso récords en las listas de Billboard y alrededor del mundo, durante la ceremonia del 21 de octubre en vivo por Telemundo desde el BB&T Center en Sunrise, Florida.

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Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee
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Miami, FL – 9 de octubre, 2020 – Los artistas internacionales Luis Fonsi y Daddy Yankee recibirán el Premio Billboard Canción Latina de la Década por el hit mundial “Despacito”, durante los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina, anunciaron hoy Telemundo y Billboard. Ambos artistas también actuarán durante la ceremonia de premiación de mayor prestigio en la industria de la música latina que se transmitirá en vivo por Telemundo el miércoles, 21 de octubre desde el BB&T Center en Sunrise, Florida, comenzando con “La Alfombra de Premios Billboard” a las 7pm/6c y seguido por la premiación a las 8pm/7c.

“Despacito” ha encabezado la lista Hot Latin Songs de Billboard durante un récord de 56 semanas (no consecutivas), la mayor cantidad para cualquier canción latina desde el inicio de la lista en 1986.

El éxito de “Despacito” estableció la marca de longevidad en la cima de Hot Latin Songs cuando pasó su 42a semana en el No. 1 en la lista con fecha del 17 de febrero de 2018, superando el reinado de 41 semanas de “Bailando” de Enrique Iglesias, con Descemer. Bueno y Gente de Zona, en 2014-15.

En mayo de 2017, “Despacito” también hizo historia en la cima de la lista Billboard Hot 100, la cual incluye canciones de todos los géneros, empatando entonces el récord de semanas en el No. 1 (16) establecido por “One Sweet Day” de Mariah Carey y Boyz II en 1996.

Luis Fonsi, quien es finalista para cuatro premios, incluidos Artista Latin Pop del Año, Solista y Top Latin Álbum del año por “Vida” acaba de estrenar “Perfecta”, su nuevo sencillo junto a su compatriota Farruko. Mientras que Daddy Yankee, finalista para 12 premios este año incluido “Hot Latin Song” Canción del Año por “Con calma”, llega a los premios tras firmar un contrato millonario con Universal Music Group y de lanzar su nuevo tema “Don don”, una colaboración con sus compatriotas Anuel AA y Kendo Kaponi.

Los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina 2020 coinciden con Latin Music Week (Semana de la Música) de Billboard, una experiencia virtual de tres días dedicada a la música, cultura y entretenimiento latino. Celebrando su 30 aniversario, el evento tendrá lugar del 20-23 de octubre y presentará conversaciones íntimas con artistas, paneles con personalidades de la industria, actuaciones exclusivas y más. Para más información y para reservar su cupo, visite BillboardLatinMusicWeek.com. Para ver las últimas noticias, visite Billboard.com/Latin.

Los Premios Billboard de la Música Latina también se emitirán simultáneamente en el canal de cable hispano de entretenimiento, Universo y a través de las Américas por Telemundo Internacional. Para más información, visite PremiosBillboard.com, la página web oficial de los “Premios Billboard de la Música Latina”, y siga el evento en las redes sociales:

• Facebook: @LatinBillboards
• Twitter: @LatinBillboards
• Instagram: @LatinBillboards
• Snapchat: TeamTelemundo
• TikTok: @Telemundo
• Únete a la conversación #Billboards2020
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