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Train hits abandoned SUV near University of Houston Downtown, causing massive road closures
Read full article: Train hits abandoned SUV near University of Houston Downtown, causing massive road closuresAuthorities are picking up pieces of a vehicle left abandoned on the train tracks near the University of Houston - Downtown overnight.
2 men accused of shooting at off-duty University of Houston officer arrested
Read full article: 2 men accused of shooting at off-duty University of Houston officer arrestedTwo suspects have been arrested in connection with the shooting incident involving an off-duty University of Houston - Downtown officer.
Award-winning journalist Soledad O’Brien to speak at UH-Downtown Class of 2021 virtual commencement
Read full article: Award-winning journalist Soledad O’Brien to speak at UH-Downtown Class of 2021 virtual commencementThe University of Houston-Downtown has announced that award-winning journalist Soledad O’Brien will serve as the commencement speaker at the class of 2021′s virtual ceremony.
Mother, son set to graduate together from University of Houston - Downtown
Read full article: Mother, son set to graduate together from University of Houston - DowntownHOUSTON – A woman and her son are both set to graduate together Saturday from the University of Houston - Downtown. The son, Anthony Taylor, was surprised by his mother, Renita Gray, on Thanksgiving during a family gathering as he handed out invitations to his virtual commencement from UHD’s Marilyn Davies College of Business. Gray surprised the family by presenting her own invitations for her graduation. “It was a perfect surprise and a memorable holiday moment.”Taylor said he was very proud of his mother and all of the sacrifices she’s made, calling her an inspiration. “This timed out perfectly, and I can’t think of a better way to graduate than with my son at my side.”