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3 years

. @HarrisCoJudge Hidalgo & I urged ⁦ @GovAbbott ⁩ to keep the mask mandate in place prior to this afternoon's announcement. Wearing masks keeps our businesses and schools safely open, decreases community spread of the virus and saves lives. #WearAMask #MaskUpHou

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The city is not shutting down. I know there are rumors online, but the city is not shutting down. --Mayor Turner

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Starting tomorrow at 8am: 1. Restaurants may only offer delivery, take out or drive thru options 2. Bars, nightclubs are closed #COVID19

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Unless the governor is trying to deflect from the embarrassing failure of the electrical grid, his decision to open the state 100% and revoke the mask mandate does not make sense.

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4 years

🚨 Stay home, work safe order issued for Harris County. This means we should all stay home unless our jobs are essential. 🚨

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4 years

🚨 I have asked Houston First to cancel the Texas GOP convention. At 3pm, Houston First sent a letter to the GOP that they are canceling the event. 🚨

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4 years

🚨 Businesses in Harris County, including the city of Houston, must require employees and customers over the age of 10 to wear a face covering in an effort to slow the spread of #COVID19 .

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4 years

I understand people want to open up closed-down businesses, but what drives me as mayor of the City of Houston is that #COVID19 cases are concentrated in at-risk neighborhoods like the one I grew up in. This is personal for me. Do not gloss over it like it's not important.

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4 years

🚨 We are sending a letter to the executive director of the Texas GOP party to ask them to cancel this month's convention in Houston. I am asking them to have a virtual event. It is not a good idea to have an in-person event. 🚨

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1 year

We believe the water is safe but based on regulatory requirements when pressure drops below 20 psi we are obligated to issue a boil water notice. The City is submitting its plan to TCEQ for approval tonight.

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3 years

For the first time since 1984, the @UHouston men’s basketball team is headed to the Final 4! 🎉 Congrats, Coogs! 🏀 #ForTheCity #MarchMadness 🐾🐾🐾🐾

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🚨 I'm pleased to announce that the Houston Spaceport will be the place where the world's *first* commercial space station will be built. 🚨

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2 years

Please read my full statement in support of Haley Carter here:

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4 years

. @elonmusk Houston offers the #CompleteSolution to consolidate @Tesla and @SpaceX operations in one region. Join a city of innovators working to make the world better—just like you. #youbELONginHOU #HOUxTESLA Read more here

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4 years

I am so proud to see Houstonians come out to peacefully honor #GeorgeFloyd . #BlackLivesMattter

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3 years

Welcome to Houston, @POTUS .

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4 years

The City Attorney is drafting an executive order that I will sign when I get back to City Hall banning choke holds and strangle holds. In this city, you must exhaust all alternatives before shooting. #GeorgeFloyd

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4 years

We can't act like this virus is yesterday's news. The minimum we can do to show the general public that we want the economy to open and stay open is to wear a mask. We are in a health crisis. #MaskUpHOU

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4 years

I am #ProudOfHouston for this afternoon's peaceful & respectful march in honor of #GeorgeFloyd ! Please continue to honor the family's wish & keep it peaceful. #HoustonTogether #GeorgeFloydHouMarch #BLMHou #BLM #BlackLivesMatter #BlackOutTuesday

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4 years

I fully support Governor Abbott's executive order requiring wearing masks in public places in countieswith 20 or more #COVID19 cases. Although, I believe we need to do more.

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1 year

We are disappointed Governor @GovNedLamont of Connecticut made such classless comments about @HoustonTX . We are a great city that hosted a fantastic @MarchMadnessMBB #FinalFour2023

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4 years

If you're behind on your water bill, the City of Houston will *not* disconnect your water through the end of April. Your bill is not forgiven, but your water will not be disconnected. --Mayor Turner #coronavirus #COVID19

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3 years

The City of Houston is not cutting off water🚰. Although water pressure is low, we don't expect to cut it off as all systems are still good, and we're doing everything we can to boost up the pressure.

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3 years

Today marks a monumental day!! Please join me in celebrating The University of Houston’s acceptance into the Big 12!!👏🏿🎉 #ItsOfficial #GoCoogs #Big12Conference #MakingHistory #HoustonProud @UHouston @UHCougars

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11 months

Happy #Pride2023 🌈 Today’s celebration and parade is all about embracing love. 💙

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3 years

For people visiting all city venues & all city employees, you are still obligated to wear a face mask. If you're going to the library or the George R. Brown Convention Center, you will still be obligated to wear the mask. The governor's decision is a step in the wrong direction.

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4 months

Content posted from Jan 1, 2024, onward reflects the views and policies of Mayor Whitmire and his administration.

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8 months

Taking in the spectacular fireworks display at the George R Brown in honor of our very own @Beyonce . A fitting welcome before heading to the concert. Houston truly knows how to celebrate its stars! 🎆🐝 #BeyHiveHouston #HtownProud

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1 year

Tonight’s State Dinner is the first in the @POTUS - @VP Administration. We will celebrate and strengthen the partnership between the USA 🇺🇸 AND France 🇫🇷. I also want to thank the President for his work on infrastructre, climate and for being a champion for the American people.

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4 years

🚨 Today, I am announcing that we will begin issuing citations to people who are not wearing mask under the state's mandatory mask order. @houstonpolice will issue warnings and citations to anyone not wearing a mask in public, if they don't meet the criteriafor an exemption. 🚨

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3 years

Power outages are my #1 concern right now. 1.2M people in Houston area are without power. Neither the City of Houston nor Harris County controls or regulates ERCOT or the power generators. The power outages are the responsibility of the State.

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3 years

I have been on the phone with #ERCOT this morning. There should be some power restoration today. The main thing the state must do today is increase generation and restore power. That will help a lot of people.

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4 years

Today, I am signing an executive order addressing #policereform : the use of force and de-escalation techniques by the Houston Police Department. Let me thank those who protested and marched demanding change. We are listening and we are acting.

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3 years

Today, I'm announcing the launch of the new #MaskUpHou commercial. I want to thank the @HoustonTexans , @HoustonRockets , @HoustonDynamo and @HoustonDash for loaning us their mascots.

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4 years

We are closing businesses for 15 days to slow the progression of the #coronavirus .

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4 years

🚨 Today, I'm announcing the removal of two Confederate statues from our public parks. They will be relocated on Juneteenth (Friday, June 19), the day celebrating the end of slavery, at no public expense.

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4 years

There has been no meeting where a lockdown has been discussed. There are only three people who can make the announcement of a lockdown. The governor, the county judge, and I are the only ones who can make that decision.- Mayor Turner

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1 year

We will not allow the state to come in and take over the largest school district in the state at the expense of HISD students.

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3 years

🚨 If you're going to any city properties or venues, like the public libraries, you will be required to wear a mask. 🚨

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4 months

Don’t become part of the problem. Please stay off the roads due to icy conditions. Only essential @HoustonTX municipal employees should report to work Tuesday. Mayor Whitmire is in contact with local school districts deciding whether to hold classes on Tuesday. #TexasFreeze

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4 years

🚨 Beginning TODAY, we are opening testing to EVERYONE, whether or not you have #coronavirus symptoms. 🚨

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4 years

I and the mayors of other cities have sent a letter to Gov. Abbott asking to roll back capacity at gyms and bowling alleys.

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1 year

I am excited to join @POTUS at tonight's #StateDinner honoring French President @EmmanuelMacron . I look forward to spending time in our nation's capital and bolstering the French-American diplomatic relationship.

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4 years

Your marching, protesting, and demonstrating has not gone without value. We recognize that in our city there needs to be a lot of work done in the Third Ward, the Fifth Ward, the Nickel, Fort Bend-Houston, Denver Harbor. #GeorgeFloyd

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2 years

I would like to welcome @HHerreramex to the beautiful City of Houston and to the @HoustonDynamo ⚽️⚽️

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3 years

Following city council approval next week, Houston Health will begin offering $100 for your first #Covid_19 #vaccine and another $50 gift card for your second! We’re joining forces with Harris County’s successful program to stop the virus & help save lives. #vaccinated

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3 years

By now, you should have the good news. The boil water notice in Houston is lifted.

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3 years

Only 15% of Texans have been vaccinated. That means 85% have not and are still at risk of getting #COVID19 .

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10 months

#hounews During City Council I spoke out against HISD eliminating libraries at 28 schools this upcoming year and converting the libraries into ‘Disciplinary Centers” where kids with behavioral issues will be sent. View Full Statement Here ⤵️

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4 years

UPDATE: The Wall of Shame for businesses in violation of #COVID19 restrictions is now known as the COVID-19 Accountability Wall.

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2 years

The Texas high-speed train connecting Houston➡️Dallas will utilize the Shinkansen Bullet Train system, which has operated in Japan for 55 + years with no fatalities. Today, we joined Central Japan Railway & @TexasCentral to learn about the technology & ride from Tokyo➡️Mishima.

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4 years

Today, a federal judge ruled the Texas GOP convention can proceed at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Please attribute the following statement to Mayor Sylvester Turner.

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3 years

The power outage we are experiencing will likely last another few days. Please try to stay at home and as warm as possibly safely. The roads are not safe even if they look like the conditions are better during the day.

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4 years

By the end of today I will be signing an emergency health declaration for the City of Houston which will stay in place for seven days.

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2 years

I had the pleasure to stand in a room and listen to the powerful words from @VP Kamala Harris. Welcome to The City of Houston Madame Vice President🇺🇸.

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1 year

The boil water notice has been rescinded. The water is safe to drink, brush your teeth, etc. I appreciate your patience.

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2 years

Happy #713Day ! Shoutout to the 4th largest, most diverse, and best city in the country, HOUSTON! The real ones know that 713 was the first Houston area code followed by 281 and 832, and 346. How are you celebrating and showing your love for 713? #Houston #HoustonStrong

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4 years

This is a dangerous storm that is a Category 3 and I want people to take this seriously.

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4 years

🚨 Beginning Monday, April 27 those 10 years old and older must wear a face covering for the next 30 days. Exceptions include exercising alone, eating, and health conditions that would prevent you from wearing a covering. 🚨

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3 years

This afternoon, the @pfizer #COVID19Vaccine was given to the first wave of health workers at @MethodistHosp , one of the #TMC hospitals that received a #vaccine shipment. 1/2

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4 years

We need to get kids back in school classrooms but right now it's too dangerous. We must work together to bring our #COVID19 positivity rate down to #ProtectTheH . #BetterTogether #MaskUpHou

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3 years

As Houston begins to recover from another unprecedented climate event, we are grateful to @POTUS for prioritizing climate action and getting the US back in the #ParisAgreement . #AmericaIsAllIn

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3 years

In two days, Texas will lift the requirement to wear masks and reopen businesses 100%. I want to thank the Houston area restaurants and businesses that are planning a responsible transition and making health and safety for their customers, employees and the public a priority

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4 years

Today is the 1st day of #EarlyVoting & I am challenging @UHouston @TexasSouthern & @RiceUniversity to join the Mayor’s Early Vote College Challenge. Please vote early & vote all the way down the ballot. Voting is the most powerful way to express yourself! #2020Election

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2 years

We live in dangerous times, and it will take all of us working together to make our city safe.

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4 years

Wash your hands with Houston’s First Daughter Ashley Turner. Hands that look clean can still have germs. Make sure and scrub with soap & water for at least 20 seconds. Let’s #FlattenTheCurve #Houston !

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4 months

I step into a new era as Houston's 63rd Mayor. Just after midnight, I was sworn in, surrounded by my family and friends. Today marks the start of progression and unity! Happy New Year 🎊🤝 #HoustonMayorWhitmire 🏛️🌆

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3 years

🚨 ATTENTION 🚨 A boil water notice is now in effect for Houston until further notice. Check with local provider or MUD to see if you are impacted. If you don't have power to boil water, you're advised to use bottled water for consumption.

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3 years

Thank you to @FLOTUS & @SecondGentleman for stopping by our city today and encouraging Houstonians to take their best shot! I was honored to join them and several Houston elected officials for a tour of the vaccination clinic hosted by the @astros . #POTUS46

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The city of Houston extends our condolences to the loved ones of 8 people killed & several injured at #ASTROWORLDFest . Organizers held the event to bring people together for music, but it sadly ended in tragedy. Thanks to police, fire & other agencies that responded to assist.

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4 years

@CityOfArlington @HoustonTX @SylvesterTurner @XFLRenegades @XFLRoughnecks I accept your challenge @CityOfArlington Mayor Williams! The @XFLRoughnecks will beat the @XFLRenegades at this weekend’s #TexasThrowdown ! I think you will look good in #Roughneck Red 🏈 #ForTheLoveOfFootball

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3 years

🚨 With that in mind, I am announcing the appointment of Executive Assistant Chief @TroyFinner as the City's next Chief of Police. 🚨

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3 years

An absolute pleasure to speak with @FLOTUS during our tour of the @HoustonFoodBank . Dr. Biden saw first hand the tremendous work the food bank does for our community.

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1 year

I encourage parents and the community to unite against a campaign to sabotage public schools. It’s not too late to save #HISD schools in the best interest of the children and stop a takeover by the state.

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3 years

Only 15% of Texans have been vaccinated, that means 85% have not & are still at risk of getting #COVID19 . I can understand easing some of the restrictions, but not the masks. If you're not vaccinated, the masks are your only protection. #MaskUpHou

Mayor Turner Reacts To Governor Abbott's Decision To Reopen The State...

The Governor's decision to open the state 100% and revoke the mask mandate does not make sense. This is the third time the Governor has stepped in when thing...

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3 years

I can understand easing some of the restrictions, but not the masks. If you're not vaccinated, the masks are your only protection.

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2 months

It was an honor to welcome @POTUS Biden to Houston, a city full of great people and endless opportunities. My administration is committed to ongoing collaboration with the federal government to ensure Houston's prosperity thrives.

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3 years

As the Texas Senate reconvenes today, for public hearing on the proposed voting restrictions, I firmly stand against any election bill that makes it harder for working class families, communities of color, and those underrepresented to exercise their fundamental right to vote!

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1 year

Get ready to rodeo Houston! 🤠 @RODEOHOUSTON

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4 years

I fully support the order that @HarrisCoJudge signed. No shoes No shirt No mask No service

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1 year

Houston announces 17% decrease in street homelessness in 1 year, one of the biggest in city's history

Houston announces 17% decrease in street homelessness in 1 year, one of the biggest in city's...

The decrease is attributed to the successful partnership between the city, Harris County, and The Way Home, a homeless response system that consists of over 100 agencies and organizations.

www.fox26houston.com

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4 years

It is important for the mayor of Houston to march *with* you and not against you. #GeorgeFloyd

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4 years

🚨 The #facemask order goes into effect Monday, June 22. #MaskUpHOU

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4 years

Grocery stores are open. The food supply chain is sound. You may go outside as long as you practice social distancing. The parks are open, but that does *not* mean you can flood the parks. You must still exercise personal responsibility. #StayAtHomeOrder #COVID19

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3 years

I have asked the @DowntownHouston Management District to assist in notifying its buildings owners & managers to turn off their lights & conserve their power. We must all participate in conserving our energy so we can get our power restored.

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As part of the #CombatCOVID19Challenge issued by @SenTedCruz , I helped assemble toiletry bags for the homeless today. Thank you @Rotary , CGS Digital Marketing and Hannah & Sydnie Harris for donating & volunteering to make this happen! #StopTheSpread #FlattenTheCurve #BeatCOVID19

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Mayor Turner thanks @NYGovCuomo for sending #COVID19 Testing Resources to the City of @HoustonTX Read more here:

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We've noticed Houstonians not using face coverings while they're out. Please use a face mask or covering! It is not only to protect your health but the people around you who may have underlying health conditions. #CoronaVirusUpdates

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4 years

Let me encourage people to order pick up and delivery to support our restaurants. --Mayor Turner #COVID19

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The City of Houston will not be disconnecting water during this time. #COVID19

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3 years

It's disappointing and disheartening!

City of Houston

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3 years

. @HouMayor says the Governor's mask mandate decision is a step in the wrong direction. "Unless the governor is trying to deflect from the embarrassing failure of the electrical grid, his decision to open the state 100% and revoke the mask mandate does not make sense."

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The University of Houston gave me my start and countless opportunities. I am a fan throughout the season and during #MarchMadness I am wishing good luck to the hometown heroes @uhcougarMBK 🏀 tonight as they take on Longwood. 🐾 🐾 #marchmadness

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Health inspectors will be on-site for the entire convention to ensure all guidelines are being followed. If they are not, the inspectors have the authority to shut down the convention.

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Today has been declared a day of mourning for those who have lost their life to #COVID19 . I encourage faith/community leaders & all #Houstonians to pause, reflect, pray, mourn & honor all those we have lost & to comfort all those they have left behind at noon. @USMayors

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8 months

Mayor Turner's Statement in Support of Judge Lina Hidalgo.

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1 year

HELP HOUSTON PREPARE FOR FREEZING WEATHER • Turn off your sprinkler systems before freezing temperatures to prevent broken water pipes and slick local streets. • Wrap exposed pipes outside or in unheated areas of your home. • Remove garden hoses connected to outside faucets

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4 years

The decision to cancel the GOP convention is to protect the health of the people of Houston.

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3 years

Today, I stand with healthcare workers, Council Member Robinson, State Rep. Ann Johnson and others to denounce businesses planning “mask off” parties to celebrate the governor’s decision to end the mask mandate #COVID19 Let’s work to keep our friends, family and neighbors alive.

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Please fill out the #census . As of July 5, 52.5% of Houston's estimated 2.3M residents have completed the survey. For each person who goes uncounted, Houston loses about $1,500 per year in government funds per year for the next 10 years. We need that money for education, housing

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If you do not have symptoms, the test does you no good and a test has been wasted. If you do have symptoms, please call ahead so medical staff can prepare. We cannot afford to have doctors and nurses exposed. --Dr David Persse #COVID19 #coronavirus

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