5 things for Houstonians to know for Thursday, Feb. 25
Here are things to know for Thursday, Feb. 25:1. He said ERCOT assured state officials that the grid was ready for the record-setting cold and ice that swept the Lone Star State. FEMA supersite at NRG Park to administer 6,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine dailyThe FEMA supersite at NRG Park became fully operational Wednesday. The site plans to administer 126,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine over a three-week period. โThe vaccination site here at NRG Park is the largest operation we are running in Texas,โ said FEMA spokeswoman Carmen Castro.
Keough fined, has driverโs license suspended after pleading guilty to DWI
Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough is seen at left in an image taken from his Facebook page. His crashed SUV is seen in The Woodlands, Texas, on Sept. 10, 2020, at right. CONROE, Texas โ Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough pleaded guilty Wednesday to driving while intoxicated in connection with last yearโs crash. First Assistant District Attorney Michael Holley said Keough received a 90-day suspension of his driverโs license and a $2,000 fine for his role in the Sept. 10, 2020, crash. Keough was not wearing his seat belt and did not apply the brakes until less than a second before crashing into the cruiser, according to the affidavit.
Montgomery County judge Mark Keough tests positive for COVID-19
CONROE, Texas โ The Montgomery County Judgeโs Office confirmed Monday that Judge Mark Keough has tested positive for coronavirus. Chief of staff Jason Millsaps sent out an official statement on the matter:โOn Wednesday, Dec. 16, Judge Keough was notified by his physician that before he undergoes surgery for his hip on Dec. 18, he must take a COVID test. When the Judge took the routine test the results were positive for the coronavirus. When Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner canceled the in-person convention for the Republican Party of Texas planned at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Keough invited the party to hold its convention in Montgomery County. โIt has just come to my attention that the city of Houston has canceled the Republican Party convention.
Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough charged with DWI in September crash
THE WOODLANDS, Texas โ Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough was charged Tuesday with driving while intoxicated in connection with a crash that happened four months ago. An analysis of the computer in Keoughโs vehicle showed that he was driving at 52 mph at the time of the first crash and 39 mph about four seconds later at the time of the second crash, according to the affidavit. Keough suffered some broken bones and underwent surgery after the crash. Keough respondsThe judge issued a statement via a video posted on Facebook, saying there was no alcohol or illegal substances present at the time of the crash. โThe allegations are that my legally prescribed and physician-monitored sleep aid was in my system at the time from the night before,โ Keough said.
Montgomery County approves security detail for Judge Mark Keough for over $70,000
CONROE โ In a tight vote this week, Montgomery County Commissioners voted 3-2 to approve a security detail, consisting of one deputy constable for the top county official, Judge Mark Keough. The move has generated some controversy because some believe the money would be better spent to better secure the building where he works, 501 North Thompson in Conroe. The entrance to this county building is open to the public without any security checkpoint on the first floor. The cost of the security allotment is $73,374 for the first year, with $56,139 going to the deputyโs salary. Theyโre going to find there is nothing there that would indicate any liability to me, my family or the county,โ he said.
5 things for Houstonians to know for Friday, Sept. 11
Here are things you need to know for Friday, Sept. 11:1. 4 Houston police officers fired in connection with fatal shooting of Nicolas Chavez identifiedFour Houston police officers have been fired in connection with the fatal officer-involved shooting of Nicolas Chavez nearly four months ago. A cellphone video recorded by a witness appeared to show Chavez on his knees when he was shot by officers. A spokesman for Keough said the judge was on his way to a meeting when he crashed into the cruiser in The Woodlands. Nearly 200,000 students will be learning online until at least October 19, when some are scheduled to return to in-person instruction.
Update: Montgomery County judge out of surgery, recovering after crashing into deputy constableโs cruiser
THE WOODLANDS, Texas โ Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough successfully made it out of surgery Thursday night after his vehicle crashed into a parked deputy constableโs vehicle earlier in the day. A spokesman for Keough said the judge was on his way to a meeting when he crashed into the cruiser in The Woodlands. He said Keough, a deputy constable from Montgomery County Precinct 5 and a third driver were taken to a hospital after the crash. Keough underwent surgery to get his pelvis and hip reconstructed, officials said. โPlease keep the deputy and judge in your thoughts and prayers,โ Keoughโs spokesman said in a statement.
Montgomery County judge: Reopen state 100%
HOUSTON When it comes to the next steps in the coronavirus response, the Montgomery County judge made his wishes clear. Governor, its time to open Texas. Lets do it and lets do it now, Judge Mark Keough said in a Facebook video posted Thursday. The restrictions have impacted people and businesses across the state, from capacity limits to mask rules. I dont think rules are bad but to a point.
WATCH LIVE: Montgomery County Judge holds briefing as Hurricane Laura looms in Gulf
HOUSTON Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough and officials with the Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management will brief residents on Hurricane Laura and preparations that are underway. This will be live streamed on KPRC 2 at 3:30 p.m.
โWill continue unimpeded': Texas GOP leaders cry foul after Houston cancels in-person convention at GRB
HOUSTON โ Swift and scathing reactions are pouring in from Republican party leaders around Texas after the city of Houston canceled the Texas GOP convention that was slated to take place next week at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Instead, he waited until the eve of the Convention to inflict the greatest disruption.โTurnerโs actions Wednesday come after weeks of back-and-forth with the Texas GOP and as coronavirus cases continue to surge in Texas and in Houston and Harris County. The Houston mayor previously sent a letter to both Gov. โIt has just come to my attention that the city of Houston has canceled the Republican Party convention. โPolitical stunt'Officials with the Harris County GOP called Turnerโs move โhypocritical,โ in a tweet soon after the announcement was made.
Texas GOP searches for relocation options to hold in-person convention after Houston cancels
MONTGOMERY, Texas On Wednesday, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner sent shockwaves across the state when he canceled the GOPs state convention at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough offered to help, saying his county could hold the convention. Dickey said theyre looking at several relocation options for their convention including, Montgomery County. Hotels and different venues have been contacted, according to Montgomery County officials. I think thats fantastic, said Montgomery County resident Paul Renberg.
โOpen for businessโ: Montgomery County Judge invites Texas GOP to hold in-person convention after Houston cancels
HOUSTON โ Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough, a Republican, invited the Republican Party of Texas to hold its in-person convention in the county after Houston officials canceled the event slated for next week at George R. Brown Convention Center. In response, Keough invited the party to hold its convention in Montgomery County in a video he posted on Facebook. โIt has just come to my attention that the city of Houston has canceled the Republican Party convention. With Houston cancelling the Republican Party Convention I have offered Montgomery County as an alternative host for the upcoming convention. Jason Millsaps, the Chief of Staff for Montgomery County Judge Mark J. Keough, says the Texas GOP is aware of the county judgeโs offer and has been in contact with hotels and venues in Montgomery County.
This is what Houston-area counties are saying about enforcing mask orders
HOUSTON Harris Countys mask order is in effect. While some counties have not announced any plans to enforce a mask order, they are leaving it up to individuals and businesses to enforce them. Heres what Houston-area counties are doing:Montgomery CountyCounty Judge Mark Keough announced Friday he does not have plans to enact a mask order. George will use the feedback to help weigh whether a mask order should be implemented. Counties with no mask order update as of Monday:
After Montgomery County judge questions Gov. Abbottโs order, AG doubles down saying salons, bars, gyms canโt reopen Friday
However, some county judges, including Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough, said Abbottโs executive order could not be enforced because it was unclear. Keoughโs Chief of Staff, Jason Millsaps said county attorneys disagree with Paxtonโs opinion about the clarity of the governorโs executive order. Millsaps said Keough wonโt comment until Friday, to give the governor time to change or clarify his executive order. If Montgomery County Judge (Mark) Keogh, or any other county judge, insists on ignoring Gov. If a judge rules in Mr. Paxtonโs favor and Judge Keogh persists, Mr. Paxton could ask the judge to hold Judge Keogh in contempt of court after Judge Keogh is afforded his rights to notice and a hearing,As in any litigation, the party who does not prevail in the trial court can appeal.
Texas reopening guide: Everything you need to know as state begins phase 1 of reopening today
HOUSTON โ After weeks of staying home to slow the spread of coronavirus, the stay-home order issued by Texas Gov. People traveling from New York, Chicago, Detroit and other places will still need to self-quarantine for 14 days after coming to Texas. Greg Abbottโs plan to reopen Texas. Phase 2 aimed to begin May 18Abbott said he is aiming for May 18 as the target date for the start of the second phase of his reopening Texas plan. Abbott hopes that in Phase 2, Texas will be able to reopen barber shops, hair and nail salons, bars and gyms.
Montgomery County judge calls Gov. Abbottโs executive orders unclear
HOUSTON โ All Montgomery County businesses will be free to reopen on Friday despite Governor Greg Abbottโs executive order requiring some to remain closed. After releasing his executive order Monday, Abbott said heโs still working on guidelines for reopening those businesses. It says people should avoid these businesses.โWithout clarification, Keough says the governorโs order canโt be legally enforced and that it wonโt be in Montgomery County. The attorney generalโs office said they would release a revision of the governorโs order Thursday afternoon. Greg Abbottโs full executive order below: