January 2025

Houston-Based BP to Reduce Workforce Amid Cost-Cutting Measures

BP, headquartered in Houston, announces a 5% workforce reduction, totaling 4,700 jobs as part of a $2 billion cost-saving strategy. CEO Murray Auchincloss plans to realign the company with its core oil and gas operations while maintaining BP’s competitiveness in the evolving energy market. The impact on BP’s largest office in Houston, with 4,000 employees, remains uncertain.

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Proposal filed to rename Dallas VA after Eddie Bernice Johnson

A new bill seeks to honor the late Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson by renaming the Dallas VA Medical Center after her. Known for her extensive public service and contributions to science and technology, Johnson’s legacy continues to inspire. Co-sponsored by Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and Senator John Cornyn, the proposal aims to recognize her impact on the Dallas community.

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