As Texas GOP targets ‘open borders’ policies, here’s what Biden really did on immigration

Plus: Popular Bellaire High principal resigns. Your legal questions answered. Houston Cinema Arts Festival announces its lineup.

View in browser OCTOBER SALE: 6 MONTHS FOR 99¢! Access fall events, football and more local news. Subscribe Today. J.R. Gonzales Web Producer john.gonzales@chron.com On tattoos and the Astros' World Series chances. Between the permanent ink you can get at the dozens of tattoo shops around Houston and, say, the rub-on tattoos you can get from a Cracker Jack box, there's Ephemeral Tattoo. It's a studio that specializes in "made to fade" tattoos that disappear in 9 to 15 months. The studio, with five locations across the country, just opened a location in Montrose. So if you're thinking of getting an Astros tattoo that says "2022 World Series Champions," this might be the safest way to do it. Did anyone notice the ever-so-slight drop in temperatures? Me neither, but I can't argue with the thermometer. Skies will be sunny today with highs in the mid-80s.   Today's top story   Photo: Photos By Jerry Lara /San Antonio Express-News As GOP targets him, here's what Biden has done on the border. President Joe Biden's biggest steps to build what he has described as a more humane immigration system are only just beginning to take effect.   Five other stories to read today   Popular Bellaire High principal resigns amid an investigation. After being under investigation for months, Michael McDonough, principal of Bellaire High School, has requested to resign.   Do I need a medical power of attorney to ensure my wishes are followed? A reader writes: "My attorney's office tells me that I have a Living Will Advance Health Care Directive which designates a health care advocate for me and therefore I do not need the Medical Power of Attorney. Is that correct?"   We recommend Sheila Jackson Lee in the 18th Congressional District. [Editorial] A senior leader, the representative has used her status to benefit her constituents and is one of the most productive legislators, writes the Editorial Board.   Solomon: The Astros in four over the Mariners. It's an easy choice. As nice as Seattle's run to 90 wins was, it was 16 behind Houston, which simply has the better team, writes Jerome Solomon.   Exclusive: Houston Cinema Arts Festival announces its lineup. Film fest favorites and award winners "Women Talking," "Sirens," "Rewind & Play," and "All the Beauty and the Bloodshed" are among the entries.   One last thing ...   On this day in 1982 — 40 years ago! — plans were announced that would have forever changed Houston's skyline as we know it. Except it wasn't to be. See what could have been in today's look back. — J.R.   OCTOBER SALE: 6 MONTHS FOR 99¢! Unlimited Digital Access Act Now No Commitment | Cancel Anytime Unsubscribe  |  Manage Preferences  |  Privacy Notice Houston Chronicle 4747 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77027 © 2022 Hearst Communications