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SUSPICIOUS PACKAGE FOUND AT MICKEY LELAND FEDERAL BUILDING!

By Isiah Carey on May 20, 2013 in

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Sources tell the Factor a suspicious package was found on the 8th floor of the Mickey Leland Federal building in downtown Houston.

Those who work in the building complained of headaches.

I’m told the package was found on the floor occupied by Senator Ted Cruz’s Houston office and the US State Department.

Here is the latest from the Houston fire department:

The Houston Fire Department Hazardous Materials Team has determined the substance is a non-hazardous material, however it has the potential to cause some degree of irritation. Simple washing of the hands and face should relieve the symptoms. Those individuals who were overcome with headaches have been evaluated and are being released.

WHAT: Hazardous materials incident with multiple victims

WHEN: The Houston Fire Department was dispatched to the incident just after 3 p.m. this afternoon, May 20, 2013.

WHERE: 1919 Smith St. (Federal Building)

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SHERIFF: SGT. POLK’S DEATH WILL SERVE AS A REMINDER!

By Isiah Carey on May 20, 2013 in

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Community: Sheriff Garcia on Death of Sgt. Polk

The members of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office mourn the untimely death of Sgt. Dwayne Polk, a 16 year veteran of the HCSO and a dedicated public servant.

The HCSO deals with on a daily basis the tragedy that happens in our community. Our deputies are trained to handle these situations and do what we can to help our citizens move forward when they have been touched by tragedy. Today, it reminds us that although we wear badges and guns, we too are human and our hearts hurt and are heavy as anyone else who has dealt with the loss of a son, a brother, a dedicated colleague, a caring friend and a proud father. Our prayers are with Sgt. Polk’s family and those who knew him best.

Sgt. Polk’s death reminds us that we must stop these senseless actions at the hands of irresponsible individuals who insist on ignoring the law and common sense, and get behind the wheel after having too much to drink!

As we move forward, Sgt. Polk’s death will not be in vain. We will continue to put behind bars those who run the risk of devastating other families, as the Polk family has been. It was eerily ironic that on the morning of June 18th I was with Mothers Against Drunk Driving as they held the annual “Walk Like MADD”.

Let’s remind ourselves that these deaths can be prevented either by personal responsibility or by handcuffs, but we will not stop in our efforts to save lives on our roadways!
For full details, view this message on the web.

Sent by Harris County Sheriff’s Office
1200 Baker St, Houston, TX 77002

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CALVERT RUNNING FOR HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL!

By Isiah Carey on May 20, 2013 in

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Houston – Rogene Gee Calvert, long time community leader and advocate will announce her candidacy for Houston City Council At-Large Position 3.

 

Campaign Co-Chairs include Treasurer John Guess III, former Houston City Council Member Gordon Quan, Donna Cole of Cole Chemical, and President of Precision Task Group Massey Villarreal, Attorney and Executive with Commissioner El Franco Lee, Sherea McKenzie, and Attorney and former Houston Community College Trustee, Richard Schechter. Former First Lady of Houston Andrea White has been an early supporter of Gee Calvert. 

 

Rogene has spent her career dedicated to public service in our City and has an exciting vision for its future.

 

“For 10 years I worked alongside some of Houston’s most accomplished leaders like Mayor Bill White, and Mayor Pro-Tem Gordon Quan. I understand the way that City government needs to operate and I can hit the ground running from day one. I want to preserve, protect and promote Houston.”

 

Her official campaign launch will be Monday, May 20th at the Houston Garden Center in Hermann Park, from 5:30-7:30 PM.

 

For more information go to www.rogenecalvert.com or send an email to info@rogenecalvert.com.

 

Who: Rogene Gee Calvert’s Official Campaign Launch

 

Where: Houston Garden Center in Hermann Park, 1500 Hermann Drive 77004

 

When:  Monday, May 5:30-7:30 P.M.

 

Twitter: @RogeneCalvert                

 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/

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REMEMBERING TWO FALLEN FBI AGENTS!

By Isiah Carey on May 19, 2013 in

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Two FBI special agents were tragically killed Friday during a training exercise off the coast of Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Special Agent Christopher Lorek and Special Agent Stephen Shaw were members of the FBI’s elite Hostage Rescue Team, part of the Critical Incident Response Group based at Quantico, Virginia.

The cause of the incident is under review.In a statement, FBI Director Robert S. Mueller said, “We mourn the loss of two brave and courageous men. Like all who serve on the Hostage Rescue Team, they accept the highest risk each and every day, when training and on operational missions, to keep our nation safe. Our hearts are with their wives, children, and other loved ones who feel their loss most deeply.

And they will always be part of the FBI Family.”Special Agent Lorek, age 41, joined the FBI in 1996. He is survived by his wife and two daughters, ages 11 and 8. Special Agent Shaw, 40, joined the FBI in 2005 and is survived by his wife; a daughter, age 3; and a son, age 1.

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GALAXY S4 WILL SOON APPROACH THE 10 MILLION MARK!

By Isiah Carey on May 19, 2013 in

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JK Shin has told the Korean press that he expects the Samsung Galaxy S4 to pass 10 million units sold next week. Speaking with the Korea Times, the Samsung co-CEO said he was “confident” the milestone would be met, adding “it is selling much faster than the previous model S3.”

The Galaxy S4 benefits from having launched across three major U.S. carriers at the same time as the global launch. By contrast, the U.S. release of the S3 took place several months behind the initial European launch. That device passed the 10 million mark in late July 2012, having begun shipping a little under two months earlier. If the S4 hits 10 million next week, it’d mean S4s are being shifted twice as fast as last year’s S3. It’d also make it Samsung’s fastest-selling smartphone, the Korea Times notes.

The last set of shipment numbers reported in the Korean press suggested 6 million GS4s had shipped as of May 10. Today’s Korea Times article refers to units sold, not units shipped, so it’s possible the distinction may have been lost in translation. Either way, that’s a lot of Galaxy S4s.

Source: Korea Times; via: Engadget

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