Daily Archives: March 16, 2021

Abbott vs Patrick on power outage blame game

Posted on March 16, 2021 by Charles Kuffner

This ought to be interesting. The blame game over the state’s faulty electrical grid is creating a rare public rift between the two top Republicans in state government that could have a major financial impact on some utility companies and … Continue reading →

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HPD Chief Art Acevedo leaving

Posted on March 16, 2021 by Charles Kuffner

Headed to Miami. Police Chief Art Acevedo is leaving Houston to take over the Miami Police Department, the chief told his officers in an email obtained by the Chronicle. Acevedo informed HPD troops in an email dated Monday, March 15, … Continue reading →

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RIP, River Oaks Theater

Posted on March 16, 2021 by Charles Kuffner

It was nice while it lasted, but we don’t get to enjoy things like that for very long in Houston. After an 82-year run, Houston’s historic River Oaks Theatre is preparing to close. The lease between Los Angeles-based Landmark Theatres, … Continue reading →

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