The “I am Vanessa Guillen Act Rally” Scheduled in Albuquerque Saturday

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) – New Mexico activists are scheduled to hold a rally to support a proposal that would change how active duty service members file sexual harassment and assault claims. The “I am Vanessa Guillen Act Rally” slated for Saturday in Albuquerque seeks to pressure the state’s congressional delegation to endorse the measure. Under…MORE

Hundreds of Austin teachers pledge not to show up to teach

Austin (AP) – Hundreds of teachers in the Austin Independent School District have pledged not to return to classrooms Monday when schools re-open for in-person learning for up to 25% of its students. About 850 teachers said they will remain away out of concern for the threat of coronaviral infection to their students and themselves.…MORE

Special Delivery En Route To International Space Station

Houston (AP) – A space station cargo ship is chasing after the International Space Station with a special food delivery. Northrop Grumman launched the shipment Friday night from Virginia. Stashed aboard the Cygnus capsule are radish seeds for growing, and a smorgasbord of fancy meats and cheeses for feasting. The delicacies include prosciutto, Genoa salami,…MORE

Hundreds Of Police Were Brought In For George Floyd Burial In Houston

Houston (AP) – Documents obtained by the American Civil Liberties Union of Texas show authorities deployed hundreds of law enforcement personnel, including six sniper teams and Border Patrol agents, during George Floyd’s burial in June at a suburban Houston cemetery. Authorities say this was necessary because of social media chatter and public anxiety about possible…MORE