The cheese doodle – the simple curl of cheesy crunchiness that leaves its trademark orange powder on your fingertips long after it disappears into your mouth. It’s not as if we needed a designated day to celebrate a yummy snack food, but anyway here it is. We hoped that you have your calendars marked because today is National Cheese Doodle Day.
Read moreTexas Legislative Authority for Executive Actions by Governor in Emergencies
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A synopsis of the statutory authority for the Texas governor’s ability to take executive actions during emergencies and a summary of what those actions have entailed related to COVID-19.
Read moreDigitally Celebrating Women's History
March kicks off Women’s History month nationwide. The pandemic continues to keep Americans at home, away from museums and historical sites. But this reality only fuels the rise of digital collections and exhibits, which allows would-be museum-goers to visit collections around the globe from the simple comfort of home. Here are some of our favorites when it comes to women’s history.
Read moreCelebrating Robert W. Hainsworth
In honor of Black History Month, the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library is celebrating the life and work of Robert W. Hainsworth. At a time when segregation was prevalent in Houston, including in the county courthouse, he took a stand for equality and fought for open and equal access to the Law Library. Learn more about Mr. Hainsworth's fight for equality on our updated webpage devoted to his life's work.
Read moreDisaster Declarations 101
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Many Texans may have heard the phrase “disaster declaration” yet again last week—but what does that phrase really mean? Winter Storm Uri brought with it disaster declarations at the federal, state, and local levels for Texas, and these types of declarations are explored further in this blog post.
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