City to host fair housing Q&A with Austin Tenants Council
The City of San Marcos will host a Fair Housing Q&A in collaboration with the Austin Tenants Council on Thursday from 7-8 p.m. either in person at City Hall or online via Zoom.[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]
sanmarcosrecord.comLetters: Missing message
I just wish he could have expressed any positive news on our border and how to secure it. Macedonio LopezEdinburgSend helpwith careTo help suffering people in Ukraine, please make sure your help gets securely to the citizens suffering in need. The Washington Post suggests the following:“Click on the website for CARE, the international humanitarian juggernaut, and a pop-up window appears. Donations for CARE can be made here.”The Ukrainians are people in real need, devastated by a cruel, undeserved, evil, monstrous war. Those “ humanitarians” want to show they have compassion for immigrants but they don’t seem to have a problem with the surrender of our southern border to human smugglers, drug traffickers and other criminal organizations.
myrgv.comLetters: Missing message
I just wish he could have expressed any positive news on our border and how to secure it. Macedonio LopezEdinburgSend helpwith careTo help suffering people in Ukraine, please make sure your help gets securely to the citizens suffering in need. The Washington Post suggests the following:“Click on the website for CARE, the international humanitarian juggernaut, and a pop-up window appears. Donations for CARE can be made here.”The Ukrainians are people in real need, devastated by a cruel, undeserved, evil, monstrous war. Those “ humanitarians” want to show they have compassion for immigrants but they don’t seem to have a problem with the surrender of our southern border to human smugglers, drug traffickers and other criminal organizations.
myrgv.comConsul General of Ukraine in Houston to discuss ongoing crises in his country
The World Affairs Council of Dallas Fort Worth and American Jewish Committee of Dallas will be joined by the newly appointed Consul General of Ukraine in Houston, Vitallii Tarasiuk, to discuss the ongoing crises in his country, according to a release.
Harlingen man pleads guilty to causing wreck that killed San Benito woman
A 22-year-old Harlingen man is waiting to be transported to a Texas Department of Criminal Justice facility after pleading guilty to an intoxication manslaughter charge. Luis Zuniga IV admitted to causing a Dec. 17, 2020, wreck that killed Maria Del Carmen Rocha, 64, of San Benito. Zuniga IV appeared Monday before 404th state District Court Judge Ricardo M. Adobbati via Zoom where he pleaded guilty to one count of intoxication manslaughter. Zuniga IV is currently being held at a Cameron County jail until he is transferred to the TDCJ facility. A Cameron County grand jury on Feb. 17, 2021 indicted Zuniga IV on the intoxication manslaughter charge.
myrgv.comBrownsville mom pleads guilty to crash that left her son dead
A 32-year-old Brownsville mom has been sentenced to 10 years in state prison after pleading guilty to intoxication manslaughter charge that left her 13-year-old son dead. Ernestina Garcia appeared before 404th state District Court Judge Gloria M. Rincones via Zoom where she entered her guilty plea on Monday. According to a July 21, 2021, Cameron County indictment, Garcia had an alcohol concentration of at least 0.08 in her body at the time of the accident. Garcia waived the reading of the indictment against her on Monday and ended her guilty plea. Although she is currently being held in custody at a Cameron County jail facility, Rincones ordered she be sentenced to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice System for 10 years.
myrgv.comSentencing delayed in McAllen woman’s murder
The sentencing of a McAllen man accused of killing his estranged wife and dumping her body in the Laguna Madre in April 2017 has been postponed. However, since he will be a state witness in the trial of Monte Eric Jordan, also accused of killing Martha Adams, prosecutors requested his sentencing occur after he testifies. At the time of Jordan’s arrest, authorities said Jordan allegedly participated in the killing and disposal of Martha Adams’ body. Investigators reported finding zip ties in Jordan’s vehicle similar to zip ties used to bind the victim. According to those indictments, the suspects are accused of possibly injecting Martha Adams with some type of substance.
myrgv.comHays County Women’s Political Caucus offering campaign training sessions
The Hays County Women’s Political Caucus (HCWPC) is partnering up with the National Women’s Political Caucus (NWPC) to offer campaign training for women in Hays County who are interested in running fo[San Marcos, TX] [Hays County news] News San Marcos News, San Marcos Record [Texas State]
sanmarcosrecord.comGrowing number of Illinois high school students signing up for AP, dual credit and career courses during pandemic
Despite preliminary state data showing steep declines in student test scores during the COVID-19 pandemic, the frequent educational disruptions do not appear to be discouraging a growing number of high school students from completing Advanced Placement, dual credit and career prep courses.
chicagotribune.comFired Mets GM Porter suspended by MLB through 2022 season
Fired New York Mets general manager Jared Porter has been suspended by Major League Baseball through at least the end of the 2022 regular season following an investigation that began after a report that he sent sexually explicit text messages and images to a female reporter in 2016 while he was working for the Chicago Cubs.
Ford is betting that solid-state batteries will cut EV costs
Ford has raised its stake in a manufacturer of solid-state batteries — a move that its chief product and operations officer, Hau Thai-Tang, says will strengthen the company’s effort to increase the range and reduce the costs of its next generation of electric vehicles.
Oscars add UK hub for broadcast after concerns about travel
FILE - In this Feb. 21, 2015 file photo, an Oscar statue appears outside the Dolby Theatre for the 87th Academy Awards in Los Angeles. (Photo by Matt Sayles/Invision/AP, File)With less than a month until showtime, the 93rd Oscars are taking another pass at the script. The main event will still take place at Los Angeles’ Union station which will include a red carpet component but they are planning something special for the UK location. The show is also working with local broadcast affiliates around the world to provide satellite links for other international nominees. The 93rd Oscars will be broadcast live on ABC on April 25 at 8 p.m. Eastern.
KPRC 2 to mark World Autism Day; join us for a Zoom discussion
HOUSTON – Next Friday is World Autism Awareness Day and KPRC 2 will be doing a series of stories to educate viewers and raise awareness about autism. As part of the KPRC 2 efforts, KPRC 2′s Britta Merwin will be holding a Zoom discussion with people who either live with someone with autism or have been diagnosed themselves. If you’d like to be part of that discussion, we ask that you send an email to autism@click2houston.com. Tell us your personal story and what you’d like to share to help increase others’ understanding of autism. You must be available for the Zoom discussion on Wednesday at 9:15 a.m. to participate.
Legislator being investigated for Weinstein backdrop on Zoom
Bickford apologized, calling it "inappropriate and in poor taste." Weinstein is a former Hollywood producer who faced accusations from more than 80 women that he sexually assaulted them. (Maine Legislature via Zoom via AP)AUGUSTA, Maine – A Maine legislator who appeared for Zoom meetings twice with a background that made a joking reference to convicted rapist Harvey Weinstein is being investigated by the Legislature’s human resources department. Both times, Bickford quickly changed the background to a lake, which is his typical background for Zoom meetings. “It was inappropriate and in poor taste.
US jobless claims fall to 684,000, fewest since pandemic
The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 684,000, the fewest since the pandemic erupted a year ago and a sign the economy is improving. Thursday’s report from the Labor Department showed that jobless claims fell from 781,000 the week before. All told, the number of applicants fell below 1 million for the first time since the pandemic. AdNationally, though, the number of recipients in an extended federal jobless benefits program jumped by 730,000 to 5.5 million. Historically, the weekly unemployment claims figure has been considered an accurate reflection of the pace of layoffs.
Got Zoom fatigue? Do these 5 things to re-energize
ORLANDO, Fla. – Videoconferencing platforms including the popular “Zoom” have taken over the corporate world. It’s a phenomenon dubbed “Zoom fatigue.”“It’s really bad for our mental health to constantly be plugged in,” said A.J. Experts say you can do these five things to try and combat Zoom fatigue:Resist the urge to stay in your pajamas all day. To protect your eyes from strain, try the 20-20-20 rule where every 20 minutes, you take 20 seconds to look at something 20 feet away. Experts say to line your camera up to your eye level and invest in a ring zoom light.
Yankees' Boone back on bench 3 days after pacemaker inserted
This screengrab from a Zoom call, Friday, March 5, 2021, shows New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone. Boone said he's feeling better after getting a pacemaker and said he hopes to return to the team Saturday or Sunday. (AP Photo/Ron Blum)New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone returned to the dugout Saturday, three days after surgery to have a pacemaker inserted. Boone, who turns 48 in a few days, left the club Wednesday to get the pacemaker at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tampa, Florida. Boone, who had open heart surgery in 2009 for a congenital defect, had been experiencing light-headedness and fatigue this winter.
The glam was back at the Golden Globes, albeit at a distance
And they were ready, style wise, as the Globes split hosts, with Amy Poehler at the Beverly Hilton and Tina Fey at the Rainbow Room in New York. Backstage after the show, Sudeikis told reporters he owns a multitude of hoodies but chose the one emblazoned with “Forward” on the front and “Listen + Lead” on the back as fitting for the unusual night. “I wanted to feel festive and go for it,” she told NBC. Sarah Paulson held her little black pooch on screen and Emma Corrin's fluffy white cat grabbed a moment for itself. AdLydia Marks, a New York set decorator, told The Associated Press the evening's technical challenges were many.
Happ beats Cubs in arbitration; teams finish with 5-4 record
Happ asked for a raise from $624,000 to $4.1 million during a Zoom session Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021, and the Cubs argued he should be paid $3.25 million. Teams finished with a 5-4 advantage in cases that went to a hearing, their second straight winning record after two consecutive years in which players had an advantage. A day after hearing arguments, arbitrators Frederic Horowitz, Steven Wolf and Jules Bloch decided in favor of Happ's figure rather than the team's $3.25 million. St. Louis pitcher Jack Flaherty ($3.9 million), Braves pitcher Mike Soroka ($2.8 million) and Rays first baseman Ji-Man Choi ($2.45 million) also won their cases. Teams beat Atlanta shortstop Dansby Swanson ($6 million), San Francisco infielder Donovan Solano ($3.25 million), Tampa Bay pitcher Ryan Yarbrough ($2.3 million), New York Mets third baseman/outfielder J.D.
‘I am not a cat’: Remember the best meme of 2021 with T-shirts and other merch
The famous Zoom meeting with a Texas judge and a lawyer who seemingly had a filter of a cat went viral the moment it happened, and now fans can remember it with merchandise. Fans who loved the “pawfect” meme can now show it off in T-shirts, mugs, and even pillows for your home. We searched for the best on the Internet. You can view them below:Founded on Bonfire, you can wear it loud and proud that you are indeed, not a cat. 'I am not a cat' T-shirt (Bonfire)'Advocat' Mug (Redbubble)'Can you hear me Judge' T-Shirt (Redbubble)Call Cat Lawyer T-shirt (Etsy)
Aging desktop source of attorney's accidental cat filter
This image from video shows a hearing from the 394th Judicial District Court of Texas. A filter that had been activated on the attorney's device obscured his appearance and made him look like a cat. And in Florida, a judge told attorneys they must get out of bed and put on clothing before appearing on video for proceedings. Ferguson, the judge who oversaw Tuesday’s hearing and posted the video online, told The Associated Press he had no idea the clip would become an instant hit. In one of the more hilarious moments, Ponton tells the judge: “I'm prepared to go forward” with the hearing, despite his feline appearance.
‘I’m not a cat’: Lawyer has hard time turning off the kitten filter during court hearing via Zoom
Photo of virtual court proceedings in the 394th Judicial District Court of Brewster, Culberson, Hudspeth, Jeff Davis and Presidio Counties, Judge Roy Ferguson presiding. ALPINE, Texas – One West Texas lawyer had a hard time turning off a kitten filter during a court hearing Tuesday that was being held via Zoom. According to 394th Judicial District Court Judge Roy Ferguson, the lawyer’s kid used the computer beforehand and turned on the feline filter. “I’m not a cat.”Ferguson tried to help out the attorney by giving him guidance on how to remove the filter. #lawtwitter #OhNo @zoom_ushttps://t.co/I0zaj0wu6K — Judge Roy Ferguson (@JudgeFergusonTX) February 9, 2021He also tweeted, ”These fun moments are a by-product of the legal profession’s dedication to ensuring that the justice system continues to function in these tough times.
Owner of Mets and hedge fund leaves Twitter, citing threats
This photo from a Zoom press conference shows New York Mets owner Steve Cohen, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020. (New York Mets via AP)NEW YORK – The owner of the New York Mets says he has dropped off Twitter because his family received threats that he attributed to “misinformation" that was not tied to the baseball team. Hedge funds that shorted GameStop have lost billions as small investors bid up the company's shares. One of the short sellers, Melvin Capital, announced this week that it received a $750 million infusion from Point72. The Mets tied for last place in the National League East division last season.
UH baseball prepares for unique season
University of Houston’s head baseball coach Todd Whitting knows the COVID-19 pandemic will impact this season. “There’s so many unknowns in this time, and we haven’t played a game, it’ll be a year in March. ”We’ll have Texas Southern at home for opening weekend,” explained Whitting. We’ve never played TSU opening weekend. “They want to know what we’re doing in practice.”The Coogs season opener is set for Feb. 19.
Michigan official shows gun after public meeting criticism
Ron Clous, an elected member of the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners, was at home during the livestreamed meeting Wednesday, the Traverse City Record-Eagle reported. “The only thing I know about them (Proud Boys) is when they came and spoke to us," Clous said. "To have a public official do that during a public meeting is horrendous.”Betsy Coffia, a fellow county commissioner, labeled Clous' action “deeply disturbing." “I am not a member of Proud Boys,” Hentschel said Wednesday. I’ve met Black Proud Boys, I’ve met multi-racial Puerto Rican Proud Boys and they inform me they also have gay Proud Boys.
Mets fire GM after he sent explicit texts to female reporter
This screen grab from a Zoom call shows New York Mets general manager Jared Porter Monday, Dec. 14, 2020. Mets general manager Jared Porter sent graphic, uninvited text messages and images to a female reporter in 2016 when he was working for the Chicago Cubs in their front office, ESPN reported Monday night, Jan. 18, 2021. (Zoom via AP, File)NEW YORK – Jared Porter went from rising star to unemployed — literally overnight. “We have terminated Jared Porter this morning,” Cohen wrote Tuesday. She said the Cubs employee told her Porter wanted to apologize in person, but she didn't want to see him.
Here are ways to combat pandemic virtual meeting fatigue
If you’re working from home these days, you may find yourself in a lot more virtual meetings – which can be exhausting. “When you go from meeting, to meeting, to meeting, you don’t have a break in between, said Jane Pernotto-Ehrman, a behavioral health specialist with Cleveland Clinic. She said meeting virtually can be tough for some people to get used to. Meeting attendees no longer have that same kind of human interaction and may not be getting as many breaks as before. During this difficult time, she said, we all need to have compassion – and a sense of humor doesn’t hurt either.
Houston Life Wine Club: A virtual wine tasting with 3 budget wines from around the world
HOUSTON – Houston sommelier Sean Beck sits down with Derrick and Courtney via Zoom to do a virtual wine tasting. 1) Chatelain Desjacques- Cabernet Franc RoséA low key french rosé from the Loire Valley of France, retails at $14. Chatelain Desjacques Cabernet Franc Rosé (Chatelain Desjacques Cabernet Franc Rosé)2) Dominio de Eguren- Protocolo BlancoFrom the La Mancha area of Central Spain. Dominio de Eguren Protocolo Blanco (Dominio de Eguren Protocolo Blanco)3) Castillo del Baron- MonastrellA hearty Spanish red. Retails around $10Castillo del Baron Monastrell (Castillo del Baron Monastrell)All three of these wines can be ordered in a box for only $42 from Backstreet Cafe.
Wine Club Wednesday: Try these 3 Texas wines
Sommelier Sean Beck of H-Town restaurant group is back with us again, and this time he’s hand picked 3 Texas wines for us to taste. Doc is recognized as one of the founding fathers of modern Texas wine. 3) Red: The Grower Project “The Source” 2017 Sangiovese, Estimated Retail : $20A collaboration of wine professionals working with Texas growers to create limited production, single vineyard wines that show case Texas flavor and terroir. They are big proponents of sustainable farming and labor practices in the Texas wine industry. You can buy these 3 Texas wines for $49 at Backstreet Cafe just ask for the “Houston Life Trio” or you can email Sean@Htownrestaurantgroup.com
Browns delay practice for Steelers after 2 positive tests
(AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)The Browns didn't begin preparing for the Steelers on the field but rather via Zoom calls. The Browns, who have nine players currently on the COVID-19 reserve list, will make the postseason for the first time since 2002 with a win. After learning of the positive tests, the team closed its facility to do contact tracing and Stefanski said players were doing virtual meetings — something that has become standard in 2020. "“I don’t think it would come as a surprise for a positive test in that market. The Browns did have a good development as starting right guard Wyatt Teller was cleared to practice after missing two games with a sprained ankle.
KPRC 2 anchor Dominique Sachse shares how to look and sound your best on Zoom calls
Luckily, KPRC 2 anchor and youtuber Dominique Sachse is a TV pro, and she shared tips to help you look and sound your best on your video calls. If your using Zoom in a work environment, Sachse recommends using presentable wardrobe. KEEP THE CAMERA AT EYE LEVELDominique Sachse shares how to look good on Zoom (Copyright 2020 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) LOOK INTO THE CAMERADominique Sachse on Zoom (YouTube, Dominique Sachse)“Avoid the temptation to look everywhere when you’re speaking,” said Sachse, who shared a simple tip to help you. BACKGROUND CHECKDominique Sachse shows how to look good on Zoom calls (YouTube)“Watch out what’s going on behind you.
New Phillies boss Dombrowski plans retool, not rebuild
This screengrab from a Zoom call shows David Dombrowski, the Philadelphia Phillies' new president of baseball operations, during a Zoom call Friday, Dec. 11, 2020. (Zoom via AP)Dave Dombrowski wants to win again sooner rather than later. So he finalized a deal Friday to become the Philadelphia Phillies’ president of baseball operations, convinced the team is not far from its first World Series title since 2008. Phillies president Andy MacPhail called again Saturday, and Dombrowski said he was told of the nebulous expansion timetable by MLB on Monday and Tuesday. “It was John reaching out and really trying to make me part of the Phillies organization,” Dombrowski said.
Zoom reports big 3Q gains, but slowing growth sinks stock
Zoom’s revenue more than quadrupled from the same time last year to $777 million, yielding a profit of $198 million, up from just $2.2 million a year ago. Zoom ended its latest quarter with 433,700 customers with at least 10 employees, an increase of 63,500 customers from July. In each of the previous two quarters, Zoom had added more than 100,000 customers with at least 10 employees. In a reflection of the high hopes for Zoom, analysts polled by FactSet predict the company’s revenue next year will reach $3.1 billion. That would be a roughly 20% increase from revenue of nearly $2.6 billion that Zoom is projecting for this year.
6 ways to make virtual Thanksgiving entertaining for everyone
With many medical experts urging Americans to make this year’s Thanksgiving scaled down, many of us will probably only see people in our “bubble,” so holiday is going to feel a little bit different. Thanks to technology, you can still gather with your extended family.
Zoom gets rid of 40-minute limit just in time for Thanksgiving
It appears that Zoom has heard the requests of several customers this holiday season as Thanksgiving will more than likely look a little different for some. As a thank-you to customers, the video conference platform will lift its 40-minute limit for all meetings globally from midnight Eastern Time on Nov. 26 through 6 a.m. Eastern Time on Nov. 27. Now, your family gatherings don’t get cut short. As a thank you to our customers, we will be lifting the 40-minute limit for all meetings globally from midnight ET on Nov. 26 through 6 a.m. ❤️🏡 #ZoomTogether pic.twitter.com/aubsH0tfxG — Zoom (@zoom_us) November 10, 2020Are you planning to hold a Zoom conference on Thanksgiving?
New Yorker fires writer Jeffrey Toobin after Zoom incident
NEW YORK – The New Yorker has fired longtime staff writer Jeffrey Toobin after he reportedly exposed himself during a Zoom conference last month. He had already been on suspension and is also on leave from CNN, where he is chief legal analyst. “I was fired today by @NewYorker after 27 years as a Staff Writer. I will always love the magazine, will miss my colleagues, and will look forward to reading their work,” Toobin tweeted Wednesday. He is a former associate counsel in the Department of Justice who for the New Yorker has written about everything from the O.J.
Fashion and lifestyle expert shares tips to help you stay stylish in quarantine | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2
Fashion and lifestyle expert shares tips to help you stay stylish in quarantine | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Published: November 10, 2020, 6:26 pmDo quarantine and Zoom have you taking a hit in the fashion and beauty department? Lifestyle expert Sydney Sadick shares tips from her new book, Aim High, to help you get your slay game back on point.
Ways to prepare for and deal with holiday stress
If you set the expectation when you give the invitation, people can choose whether they want to join or not, said Dr. Taylor. “Even if it’s taking one thing off that list or doing one thing ahead of time,” Dr. Taylor suggested. “I’m going to repackage the utensils and wrap those in a napkin. “I’m going to put my feet on the ground and I’m going to focus on what it feels like to have my feet on the ground in this moment," Dr. Taylor said. GET YOUR HOLIDAY STRESS QUESTIONS ANSWEREDKPRC plans to dive deeper into this topic with our Ask 2 panel Thursday night.
12 last-minute Halloween costume ideas that are perfect for 2020
(Photo by APEX/MEGA/GC Images) (2020 MEGA)Who: The other star of Netflix’s irresistible “Tiger King." What you’ll need: Your hair pulled back in a bun, glasses, a judge’s robe and a fancy white collar. What you’ll need: A banana costume and a loaf of bread to carry around. (Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images) (2020 Getty Images)Who: A video conferencing program that became very popular once the pandemic started in early 2020. What you’ll need: A piece of cardboard cut with a whole in the middle to look like a screen.
Tips to make your LinkedIn profile stand out and ace your Zoom interview
HOUSTON – Unemployed, and seeking a way to stand out on LinkedIn and present your best self when participating in virtual interviews? LinkedIn, Now Stand Out! So, make sure your interview set up is in a part of the home that has the strongest internet connection, and test it before your interview. Deborrah Ashley, The LinkedIn Blackbelt, of Thrivoo is a marketing expert who helps individuals and experts stand out on LinkedIn. In the video below Ashley offers strategies to help you stand out online and optimize your job search in just 40 minutes!
‘This sh*t sucks.’ Texans quarterback Watson shares disappointment of 1-6 start
The week after his firing, the Texans beat Jacksonville. Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson was honest about his feeling about being 1-6, after a 35-20 defeat to the Packers. “This sh*t sucks, honestly,” said Watson in his post-game Zoom with reporters. The Texans can’t lose next week since its a BYE week. When asked what he’ll do during that week off, Watson had a simple answer: rest.