Wednesday, October 31
More than 7.8 Million Latino Voters Expected to Cast Ballots in Election 2018
Less than two weeks before Latino voters head to the polls, the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund released its projections for Latino turnout in key states and nationwide, as well as other critical election analysis during a briefing held at the National Press Club. According to NALEO Educational Fund analysis, more than 7.8 million Latinos are expected to cast ballots this year.
Ntozake Shange, ‘For Colored Girls’ Playwright, Dies at 70
Playwright Ntozake Shange, who wrote the 1975 Tony-nominated play “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow is Enuf,” died Saturday in Bowie, Maryland, according to her family.
Texas A&M University Project Will Document Post-Civil War “Freedom Colonies” that Existed Throughout Texas
Andrea Roberts, assistant professor of urban planning in the College of Architecture at Texas A&M University, has started a project to provide comprehensive documentation of the so-called “Freedom Colonies” in Texas.
Waller County Voter Suppression Continues Against Students at Prairie View A&M University
Waller County once again voted to deny students at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) equal and accessible access to vote on campus in the first early vote week of the midterm election.
Houston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Partners with Black Law Enforcement Executives to Build Relationships with Houston Area Youth
Chief Law Enforcement officers from the greater Houston area partnered with the Houston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Local Projects Committee to host “Cops, Kids and Conversations” event to build positive relationships with youth within the community.
KaBOOM! and the Rebuild Texas Fund Provide New Play Opportunity for Kids Impacted by Hurricane Harvey
Volunteers from Burnett Elementary and the community joined KaBOOM! on to transform an empty site into a kid-designed, state-of-the-art playground in just six hours at Burnett Elementary.
Wiggins Named One of Time’s 50 Most Influential People in Health Care
Betti Wiggins, HISD’s officer of Nutrition Services, is no stranger to accolades. She was previously featured in a PBS special and her work was also recognized by General Mills, who gave her a Wheaties box emblazoned with her photograph.
Tuesday, October 30
Waller County Voter Suppression Continues Against Students at Prairie View A&M University
Waller County once again voted to deny students at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) equal and accessible access to vote on campus in the first early vote week of the midterm election.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Pledges $1 Million to Fund New School in the Bronx
Sean “Diddy” Combs announced Tuesday that he’s pledging $1 million to the Capital Preparatory Schools network to help provide children from underserved communities access to high-quality education. The school has been approved to expand to a third location in the New York City’s Bronx borough, and is set to open in September 2019.
'Voting while black': How activists are racing to create a midterm 'black wave'
On a drizzly Saturday morning, nearly 200 people gathered in a downtown conference center here for what was billed as a "black joy" brunch -- complete with mimosas, glasses of sweet tea and plates of fried chicken and waffles.
16 new airports and terminals we can't wait to fly into
With more people than ever flying, cities around the world are building new airports and upgrading old terminals to create facilities capable of handling tens of millions of passengers.
What Democrats think of Pelosi's 'transitional' pitch
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi is billing herself as a "transitional" speaker who would bridge the current generation to the next, hoping to alleviate lingering concerns among some Democrats uncertain about electing her to the powerful position.
The $5 billion election: How the 2018 midterms became the most expensive in history
The 2018 midterm election will go down as the most expensive in US history. A week out from Election Day, spending to influence congressional midterm elections already has surged to a record-smashing $4.7 billion, according to a new tally of activity by candidates, political parties and their outside allies.
It's not a blue wave. It's a realignment of American politics
In next week's midterm elections, President Donald Trump is poised to put his stamp on each party's demographic and geographic base of support as surely as he formerly fastened it to one of his hotels.
US strikes at the heart of China's tech ambitions with chipmaker ban
The United States just delivered a sharp blow to China's lofty tech ambitions. Its move to target a state-owned Chinese chipmaker over national security concerns goes to the heart of the clash between the two economic superpowers over technology and trade. It also exposes China's lack of successful homegrown semiconductor companies as one of the biggest vulnerabilities in the country's bid to become a global tech powerhouse.
'I'm alive': He survived the Holocaust, and then the massacre at the synagogue
Judah Samet was around 6 or 7 when he watched as a Nazi soldier put a gun to his mother's head, simply because she spoke without being spoken to while on a train headed to Auschwitz.
Blue lights shine in Pittsburgh sky as funerals for synagogue shooting victims begin this week
The collective mourning of a community shaken by a brazen act of violence in a synagogue will continue Tuesday as funerals are held for three of the victims of what the Anti-Defamation League said was the deadliest attack against Jews in US history.
GE slashes 119-year old dividend to a penny
General Electric is under such financial stress that new CEO Larry Culp is slashing the troubled conglomerate's 119-year-old dividend to just a penny a share.
Leicester City: Healing a broken city after 'horrific time for everybody'
No words can soothe heartbreak, which is why Leicester has fallen silent. It is a city stunned, a city grieving. On an October day cold enough to freeze breath, little was said as players and staff of Leicester City gathered, heads bowed, outside the King Power Stadium to observe the ever-increasing field of flowers, shirts and scarves now serving as a memorial to the club's owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha.
Pentagon to send 5,000 troops to border as migrants inch closer
President Donald Trump is sending 5,200 troops and a slew of military equipment to the southern border, doubling down on one of his favorite base-rallying issues with the midterm elections just days away.
Nine dead and Venice flooded as extreme weather hits Italy
Strong winds and heavy rain have battered parts of Italy, causing nine deaths and the worst flooding seen in Venice for at least a decade.
Trump claims he can defy Constitution and end birthright citizenship
President Donald Trump offered a dramatic, if legally dubious, promise in a new interview to unilaterally end birthright citizenship, ratcheting up his hardline immigration rhetoric with a week to go before critical midterm elections.
Inside the frantic final sprint of the 2018 midterms
The Republican Party is all in on President Donald Trump. Now, with one week before the midterm elections, he's going all out for them.
Pharrell Williams threatens to sue Trump over use of 'Happy' at rally after Pittsburgh shooting
Pharrell Williams isn't too happy with President Donald Trump. In a cease and desist letter sent Monday, Williams' attorney Howard King called on the President to stop playing the hitmaker's song "Happy" during events. The song was played at a rally over the weekend just hours after a gunman killed 11 people at a Pittsburgh synagogue.
Monday, October 29
Ovide Duncantell, Founder of the Houston’s Black Heritage Society, Has Died
Ovide Duncantell, founder of Houston’s Black Heritage Society, has died at the age of 82.
Friday, October 26
“Lorraine: The Girl Who Sang the Storm Away” by Ketch Secor, illustrated by Higgins Bond
The flash-flash-flash was bad enough. And then you heard the grrrrrrumble, the wind howled, and you were afraid. But it was okay: it was only a thunderstorm. As you’ll see in the new book “Lorraine: The Girl Who Sang the Storm Away” by Ketch Secor, illustrated by Higgins Bond, when it’s over, the sun – among other things – will shine bright.
Japanese Drug Now Used to Slow Brain Shrinkage in Progressive MS
A preliminary trial has found a drug that has long been used in Japan for asthma may slow down brain shrinkage in people with advanced, progressive multiple sclerosis. The study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, tested an oral drug called Ibudilast.
Exquisite Eating: Small plates to make for appealing dishes
Imagine treating yourself and your dinner guests to a delicious, restaurant-caliber meal without leaving your dining room or hiring a personal chef. Small plates, also known as tapas, are lighter, bite-sized indulgences that you can prepare and style seamlessly. By putting your own artful, unique spin on small plates, you can indulge in a meal that appeals to the senses and conveys sophistication.
Lovell's Food For Thought - The Lost of Elders & Their Oral History
The need to create an oral history of leaders in the health disparities movement
The lost of our elders and their oral history and its impact on addressing health inequities. With the lost of two dear friends (Frank Talamantes & Gil Friedell); friends and colleagues on the battlefield in addressing health inequities, the question comes to mind, will we remember the knowledge they gained or will it be lost as we remain in our silos and continue to reinvent the wheel. Therefore, such will dooms us to continue to repeat the errors of the past and addressing inequities will remain an elusive target.
Thursday, October 25
Case Study: Creativity and Vision in Houston's Greater Fifth Ward
Architect Describes Project’s Journey To Completion
When designing for a nonprofit space, keep your client’s dreams in mind and focus on creativity, advises the architect for a leading firm.
The State of Lending in Communities of Color: Over 53 million consumers unbanked or underbanked, CRA at risk after 41 Years
One of the most reliable measures of a community’s economic vitality is convenient access to full-service banking. Regardless of whether a community is urban, suburban or rural, both consumers and local businesses rely on brick and mortar bank branches for a wide array of products and services.
Firing of Megyn Kelly is warranted, says NABJ
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is monitoring reports that Megyn Kelly's recent offensive comments about blackface Halloween costumes have led to some changes at NBC.
Mayor Turner's Statement on the death of Mr. Ovide Duncantell
Mayor Sylvester Turner released the following statement following the death of Mr. Ovide Duncantell.
Waller County Voter Suppression Continues Against Students at Prairie View A&M University
Waller County once again voted last night to deny students at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) equal and accessible access to vote on campus in the first early vote week of the midterm election.
Bregman, Keuchel, Maldonado Named Gold Glove Award Finalists
Winners to be announced on Sunday, Nov. 4
Rawlings Sporting Goods Company, Inc. announced today that Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman, left-handed pitcher Dallas Keuchel and catcher Martín Maldonado have been named finalists for American League Rawlings Gold Glove Awards.
Lights On Afterschool! Celebrations Planned Downtown Houston Oct. 25 Spotlight Critical Need for Afterschool
Afterschool organizations throughout greater Harris County align to put afterschool in the spotlight with a morning rally at Houston City Hall’s Legacy Room. In the evening, Harris County Department of Education’s CASE for Kids hosts an evening folk concert with the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts and Musiqa.
Houston Municipal Courts Announces Fall Amnesty Program
For the next 3 weeks, the City of Houston Municipal Courts Department (MCD) will discount certain delinquent cases to help individuals save money when they resolve those cases.
From the Classroom to the Stage: Eddie B Takes His Comedy On the Road
Teachers are some of the most underpaid and underappreciated individuals but they are not underproductive. Being that this is the situation of teachers, they naturally have some frustrations, a few complaints, and a lot of headaches about their job. However, there is not an outlet for them to be able to release such aggravation until Eddie B became their voice.
Exclusive Interview: David Banner Gives Us The Rundown On 'Never Heard' Movie and Chimes In On Houston Rap Scene
Let go and let God handle it, the Never Heard movie cast is gearing up for a one-day only movie premiere that is bound to to stir you up spiritually.
Trump Has No Coherent Plan to Make Health Care Affordable
What is this year's midterm election about? President Trump wants it to be about him, stumping the country saying that he's on the ballot. Or that it's about immigrants, or Justice Brett Kavanaugh, or tax cuts, or about hurricanes, droughts and catastrophic climate change, or about an economy featuring low unemployment and stagnant wages. In fact, what is notable about the election amid all the mudslinging and name-calling is that voters are making it increasingly about health care.
Stacey Abrams Could Forge a New Path for Democrats In the Old South
A pair of young volunteers for Democrat Stacey Abrams' campaign for Georgia governor stood under umbrellas on a sloping suburban street in Decatur, a 15-minute drive east of Atlanta, chewing over Georgia's premier political contest -- and one of the country's most watched.
Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Condemns Secretary Brian Kemp’s Motion to Halt Court-Ordered Relief for Absentee Voters in Georgia
Move Delays Critical and Time-Sensitive Relief Necessary to Safeguard the Rights of Absentee Voters
Today, Defendant Brian Kemp, Georgia’s Secretary of State, filed an emergency motion for a stay pending appeal of the preliminary injunction issued hours ago by U.S. Federal District Court Judge Leigh May. Judge May’s order requires that voters whose absentee ballots have been improperly rejected due to an alleged signature mismatch have notice and an opportunity to resolve the issue to ensure that the ballot would be counted.
Representative Coleman and Representative Walle on Approval
Today, October 25, 2018, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board approved the University of Houston's request to create a College of Medicine. Representative Garnet Coleman (D-Houston) and Representative Armando Walle (D-Houston) released the following statement:
Premier Boxing Champions on FOX & FOX Deportes Press Conference - Charlo Twins Headline as Unbeaten Jermall Charlo takes on Willie Monroe Jr. While Jermell Charlo Defends Against Tony Harrison
Twin brothers and world champions Jermall Charlo and Jermell Charlo took part in a press conference in Brooklyn Thursday to announce their fights that kick off a new season of Premier Boxing Champions on FOX and FOX Deportes live in primetime on Saturday, December 22 at Barclays Center, the home of BROOKLYN BOXING™.
NAACP on Bombing Attempts against Media, African American Leaders and Progressives
With less than two weeks before the critical midterm elections, the discovery of pipe bombs across the country sent to those who have been critical of the current president shows, yet again, how fractured we are as a society.
Seniors: Don't forget to sign up for Medicare drug coverage this fall
Fall has arrived, which means it's time for flannels, football, and finding the perfect health insurance plan. That's right -- nestled amidst all the seasonal festivities is Medicare's open enrollment season, which kicked off October 15. Seniors will have until December 7 to select their Medicare plans for the coming year.
Governor Abbott Attends Grand Opening Of Texas A&M University's New McAllen Campus
Governor Greg Abbott today joined education officials and local elected leaders for the grand opening of Texas A&M University's new campus in McAllen, Texas. This historic new campus will provide top quality education for students in McAllen and throughout the Rio Grande Valley. The campus is a result of the ongoing partnership between Hidalgo County, the City of McAllen, and Texas A&M University.
Dr. Yasmin Davidds Celebrates Programs Merger with $100,000 in Available Scholarships
On the heels of the merger of the Latina Global Executive Leadership Program and the Multicultural Women Executive Leadership Program (MWELP), Dr. Yasmin Davidds, the founder of both programs, is proud to announce $100,000 in available scholarships for qualified MWELP candidates who are self-funding.
Rothko Chapel to Host 34th Annual Houston Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
The theme of the service is “care for creation”
On Thursday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m., the Rothko Chapel will host the 34th Annual Houston Interfaith Thanksgiving Service. In advance of the Chapel’s scheduled 2019 Symposium, “Toward a Better Future: Transforming the Climate Crisis,” the theme of this service will be “care for creation.” Leaders and members of nine different faith communities from across the city will come together to share prayers, readings, chants, and reflections on the theme “care for creation.” This year’s service will include Baha’i, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jain, Jewish, Muslim, Sikh, and Zoroastrian traditions. A reception follows the program. This event is free and open to all, no registration required. The Rothko Chapel is located at 3900 Yupon at Sul Ross, 77006.
Conn’s HomePlus and the Houston Texans Host “Trick or Texans” with Boys and Girls Club of Stafford
Annual Event is a Spooky Good Time for Families and Fans
Conn’s HomePlus and the Houston Texans host “Trick or Texans,” a family fun Halloween event with Houston Texans player appearance
A Private War - Los Angeles Premiere Featuring Rosamund Pike, Jamie Dornan, Annie Lennox and Director Matthew Heineman
In a world where journalism is under attack, Marie Colvin (Academy Award nominee Rosamund Pike) is one of the most celebrated war correspondents of our time. Colvin is an utterly fearless and rebellious spirit, driven to the frontlines of conflicts across the globe to give voice to the voiceless, while constantly testing the limits between bravery and bravado.
An aggrieved Trump digs in after pipe bomb scares
President Donald Trump believes he is being unfairly linked to the pipe bombs delivered to frequent targets of his acrimonious rhetoric and has watched with disdain as the national conversation has shifted to his role in shaping the divisive political environment.
The FDA again adds more drugs to its valsartan recall list
The US Food and Drug Administration again added to its list of products that are included in the recall of drugs containing valsartan, a generic ingredient that helps people with high blood pressure and heart failure. That ingredient in the recalled drugs was tainted with a possible carcinogen.
Khashoggi killing was premeditated, Saudi attorney general says
The killing of the Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi in Saudi Arabia's Istanbul consulate was premeditated, the country's attorney general said Thursday, in what marks a further significant shift in the Saudi version of events.
Trump wants to change how Medicare pays for certain drugs
President Donald Trump will outline a plan Thursday to revamp how Medicare pays for certain pricey drugs -- a step that comes as Republicans seek to bolster their standing with voters on health care in the days before the midterm elections.
'I ain't scared': California Democrat Maxine Waters responds to being target of suspicious packages
Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters of California says she won't be intimidated even though she was the intended recipient of two suspicious packages intercepted Wednesday.
Looming Snapchat earnings could show more trouble ahead
Snapchat is at a crossroads. Executives are jumping ship. Users are leaving amid stiff competition with Instagram. And its stock is in free fall. On Thursday, the company will show whether the worst is over.
Philip Green, Topshop boss, named in UK harassment claims
Philip Green, the billionaire chairman of Arcadia group, the retail empire that includes Topshop, has been named in the UK parliament as the subject of abuse claims.
Judicial complaints against Brett Kavanaugh may not go far
In the two weeks since Chief Justice John Roberts referred a series of misconduct complaints against Justice Brett Kavanaugh to a Denver-based appeals court, many experts on judicial discipline have predicted the complaints will never be resolved.
'French Spiderman' climbs 230-meter London skyscraper
A daredevil climber known as the "French Spiderman" has scaled a London skyscraper with his bare hands. Stunned office workers took pictures as Alain Robert climbed the 230-meter Salesforce Tower in the UK capital's financial district, occasionally waving to crowds as he ascended.
Google abandons Berlin campus plans after local protests
Google has dropped plans to build a large campus in Berlin after months of fierce protests from locals. The tech giant had intended to open a 3,000-square-meter facility for start-ups in the Kreuzberg district of the German capital.
Who got what, when: A timeline of when the bombs were found
A number of similar crude explosive devices have been sent since Monday to former President Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, other top political figures and CNN's New York offices.
Girl gets custom wheelchair 'costume' for Halloween
A young girl from Derry is set to have a magical Halloween. Riley Marquis, 5, is in a wheelchair, and her family sometimes has trouble putting a costume together for her.
Device sent to Maxine Waters similar in ways to other suspicious packages
Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters of California was the intended recipient of a suspicious package intercepted at a congressional mail sorting facility outside Washington, according to two sources.
'Act of terror': Bombs sent to CNN, Clintons, Obamas, Holder
Authorities have intercepted bombs intended for former President Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, and several other top political figures were targeted in what authorities are investigating as a connected series of incidents.
Man accused of breaking into police department, sleeping in ceiling
Mesa police officers and detectives arrived to work Wednesday to find a man, who had been released from the Mesa Holding Facility just hours earlier, sleeping in the ceiling of a third-floor office.
Pho, pierogies and a 7-pound burger: The NFL's strangest stadium foods
Stadium concessions have come a long way since stale pretzels and popcorn were about all that hungry fans could look forward to.
2 middle school girls waited in a bathroom and planned to cut up their classmates, police say
Two girls at a middle school in central Florida were waiting in a bathroom, planning to overpower at least 15 smaller students, kill them with knives and drink their blood, authorities said Wednesday.
The migrant caravan could be weeks away from the US border
US President Donald Trump has pointed to a massive caravan of migrants trekking north through Mexico as a major issue in the upcoming midterm elections.
Judiciary chairman refers Swetnick, Avenatti to Justice Department
Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley on Thursday referred Julie Swetnick and her lawyer Michael Avenatti to the Department of Justice for a possible criminal investigation over allegations they made false statements to Congress about now-Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh.
What we know about the suspicious packages sent to top Democrats, Trump critics and CNN
With every intercepted pipe bomb and suspicious package, fear spread from New York to Washington, Florida, Delaware and California. The devices stashed in manila envelopes and mailed nationwide targeted top Democrats, critics of President Donald Trump and CNN.
What the bombs mailed to the Clintons, Obamas and CNN could tell us about their maker
The bombs sent to prominent Democrats and CNN were simple but functional, and there are signs whoever was behind the attempted attacks didn't know much about making bombs or disguising them, experts say.
Megyn Kelly's future at NBC in doubt as rumors swirl
Megyn Kelly's future at NBC News is very much in doubt. Her 9 a.m. show "Megyn Kelly Today" is ending, according to sources with knowledge of the matter.
A Category 5 hurricane wiped an entire Hawaiian island off the map
The island, located about 550 miles northwest of Honolulu, is part of a chain of small island groups in the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. When the chain was swept by powerful storm surges from Hurricane Walaka earlier this month, East Island was submerged.
'Modern Family' character killed off in Halloween episode
Fans knew a death was coming to "Modern Family," but did you guess right? In Wednesday's Halloween episode of the long-running series, the comedy put speculation to rest by revealing that Mitchell and Claire's mother, DeDe (Shelley Long), had died.
Authorities find 2 packages intended for Biden as manhunt ensues
Authorities have now found two packages addressed to former Vice President Joe Biden that are similar in appearance and contain potential explosive devices that resemble the others sent earlier this week to prominent critics of President Donald Trump and CNN, a law enforcement official said Thursday.
A Conversation Interpreted: Blaze X Black, Brings An Eclectic Flare To Houston's Hip-Hop Scene with their 'Modern Art'
Their vibes are high and their flow is
Wednesday, October 24
Another racist robocall targets Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum
A white supremacist group in Idaho is behind another racist robocall targeting Andrew Gillum, the Democratic nominee in the Florida governor's race.
Pope Francis fires bishop of Memphis
Pope Francis has removed Bishop Martin Holley of Memphis, Tennessee, the Vatican announced on Wednesday. Archbishop Joseph Kurtz of Louisville will run the diocese in Holley's absence, the Vatican said.
David Schwimmer spoofs Ross-from-'Friends' robbery in video
Even "Friends" star David Schwimmer felt the need to provide an alibi, after British police released a CCTV image of a robbery suspect bearing a striking resemblance to the US sitcom's character Ross Geller.
Trump, Pence and other GOP leaders condemn suspicious devices sent to Hillary Clinton, Obama, CNN
President Donald Trump, Vice President Mike Pence and other Republican leaders are denouncing the suspicious packages sent to former 2016 Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton, President Barack Obama and CNN's New York bureau.
Donald Trump lies. And he is doing a lot more of it lately.
President Donald Trump has always had a very casual relationship with the truth. From his roots as a self-promoting businessman in New York City to his late-in-life political career, he's showed a penchant for prevarication, to purposely misleading for his business or political benefit.
'Act of terror': Suspicious devices sent to CNN, Clintons, Obamas, Cuomo, Holder
Authorities have intercepted suspicious devices intended for former President Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, and the Florida office of Democratic Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz was evacuated Wednesday after a suspicious package was mailed there.
Utah man charged for sending toxic letters to Trump, other admin officials
Federal authorities secured an indictment on Thursday against a man accused of sending threatening letters to top US officials, including a ricin-related threat to President Donald Trump.
David Schwimmer swears it wasn't him
David Schwimmer wants British authorities to pivot away from theories that he is the robbery suspect they're searching for, despite a striking resemblance he shares with a man captured on camera stealing from a restaurant in Blackpool.
Widow denied health insurance
After the tragic death of her husband, a Nebraska widow got hit by another loss. The health insurance she needed to carry on got cancelled
Restaurant uses social media to find purse snatcher
A Las Vegas restaurant quickly turned to Facebook in hopes of finding a thief who snatched a customers purse while she was eating.
Saudi Crown Prince calls Khashoggi killing 'heinous' after inner circle is implicated
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has described the killing of Jamal Khashoggi as a "heinous" crime, in his first comments since some of his closest aides were implicated in the Saudi journalist 's death.
Tim Cook: Being gay is God's greatest gift to me
Four years ago, Tim Cook became the first CEO of a major company to come out as gay. He says he's happy about that distinction — and his decision.
Tim Cook wants stricter privacy laws
Apple CEO Tim Cook wants governments around the world to restrict how much data companies can collect from their customers.
Dunkin' is serious about high-end espresso
Dunkin' is competing with Starbucks by going after its core customer.
Suspicious devices sent to Clintons, Obamas, CNN NY offices
Authorities have intercepted suspicious devices intended for former President Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton, and the Florida office of Democratic Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz was evacuated Wednesday after a suspicious package was mailed there.
Beto O'Rourke to Participate in MSNBC Town Hall During Second Week of Early Voting in Texas U.S. Senate Race
Beto O'Rourke will participate in a Houston town hall hosted by MSNBC during the second week of early voting for the 2018 U.S. Senate election. The forum -- part of the Hardball College Tour -- will occur on Oct. 30 and will be 60 minutes in length.
Tuesday, October 23
Bolton says Russia understands US reasons for leaving nuclear arms treaty
Russia understands why the United States wants to withdraw from a 30-year-old nuclear non-proliferation treaty, US National Security Adviser John Bolton told CNN.
The definition of a nationalist
During a rally Monday night in Texas, President Donald Trump used a word he had never before uttered publicly to describe himself: nationalist. After telling the crowd that a globalist is someone who "wants the globe to do well" at the expense of the country, Trump made it clear he's not one of those. "You know what I am, I'm a nationalist. Use that word," he roared, as the crowd erupted in cheers of "USA! USA!"
Beto O'Rourke has spent $5 million on Facebook ads
Rep. Beto O'Rourke has spent more on Facebook ads than any other candidate this campaign cycle, new data released by the social media company Tuesday shows. The Texas Democrat's campaign has spent $5.3 million since May.
Nevada GOP gubernatorial nominee's family say that he 'is the wrong choice' in op-ed
Twelve family members of Nevada Republican gubernatorial candidate Adam Laxalt spoke out against him in an op-ed Tuesday, criticizing his lack of a true connection to the state and questioning his qualifications for the role.
Republicans plan their resistance in a would-be Democratic House
House Republicans are in the political fight of their lives as they try to hold onto their majority. But while they hope for the best, some are preparing for the worst: a Democratic takeover where oversight of the Trump administration spans every committee and essentially halts the GOP's legislative agenda for the next two years.
Sen. Jeff Flake: 'I don't know if I believed' Kavanaugh or Ford
Sen. Jeff Flake said Tuesday that he's still not sure if he believes Christine Blasey Ford's accusation of sexual assault against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh -- and he's not sure he believes Kavanaugh's denials either.
Trump sets off a GOP tax cut scramble
President Donald Trump couldn't get Obamacare repeal, an infrastructure plan or a border wall, but there's one big wish-list item he's succeeded in conjuring into reality: tax cuts.
Trump says he will probably meet with Putin next month in Paris
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he would likely meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin at next month's Armistice centenary in Paris.
Biden says Trump is 'more like George Wallace than George Washington'
Former Vice President Joe Biden criticized President Donald Trump Tuesday for embracing a strategy of fear ahead of the midterm elections and compared him to George Wallace, a former governor of Alabama who supported segregation and was a vocal opponent of the Civil Rights movement.
Wells Fargo Launches Control Tower SM, New Digital Experience for Customers Nationwide
Many Americans have memberships and subscriptions they pay for, but do not use; say having a digital organizer would be beneficial
Mother believes daughter’s diabetic testing machine is being used by others at her school
A diabetic's dilemma. Is someone else using a little girl's glucose meter without her even knowing? Her mother says "yes" and believes it's happening at her school.
Michael Cohen is a lawyer, a rat and now, a Democrat
Michael Cohen's attorney, Lanny Davis, announced this month that his client had recently registered as a Democrat. But everyone knows what Michael Cohen really is. He is a lawyer -- and a rat.
5-month-old boy dies, twin brother fighting for life at hospital
A 5-month-old baby is dead and his twin brother is fighting for his life at OU Children's Center. Their parents were arrested for child neglect after the two babies were found in poor conditions, weighing fewer than 4 pounds each. According to an affidavit, the twin boys were lying in bed Saturday morning at an apartment home near Southwest 59th Street and Sout
McCain Institute launches new initiative for human rights
The McCain Institute has launched a new initiative calling for "mavericks" to promote human rights -- its first major action since Sen. John McCain died in August.
6 children dead, 12 ill in virus outbreak at New Jersey facility
Six children have died as a result of adenovirus at the Wanaque Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Haskell, New Jersey. Twelve additional pediatric residents at the Center have been infected, according to a statement from the New Jersey Department of Health.
Explosive device found near home of billionaire investor George Soros
A suspicious package targeting billionaire investor and philanthropist George Soros was rendered safe in Bedford, New York, a law enforcement source told CNN. Bedford police say they received a call about 3:45 p.m. Monday reporting a suspicious package found in a mailbox. The package appeared to be an explosive device, police said.
Stacey Abrams defends presence at 1992 burning of Georgia state flag, which contained the Confederate battle flag design
The Democratic candidate to be Georgia's next governor explained her presence Tuesday at a 1992 protest that included a burning of the state flag as part of her opposition to Confederate symbolism.
House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy's California office vandalized
House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy's office in California was vandalized and equipment was stolen Saturday, the Republican congressman said.
Megyn Kelly takes heat for defending blackface Halloween costumes
An awkward conversation about racist Halloween gags prompted a swift backlash against NBC host Megyn Kelly on Tuesday. During a roundtable discussion on inappropriate and offensive costumes, Kelly said it was OK when she was growing up for white people to dress up as black characters, and she spoke out against a controversy that erupted last year over a reality star who portrayed Diana Ross.
Rapper Jon James is killed when an airplane stunt for a music video goes wrong
Jon James, a Canadian rapper, was killed during a music video shoot when a stunt atop an airplane wing went wrong. He was 34.
Aurora Cannabis stock plunges in NYSE debut
Aurora Cannabis, one of the biggest Canadian marijuana stocks, debuted on the New York Stock Exchange Tuesday and it didn't go well. Shares quickly fell more than 15% before recovering towards the end of the day.
As she faces dementia, Sandra Day O'Connor is a pioneer again
Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman on the US Supreme Court, opened up about the personal anguish of breast cancer five years after surviving it. Then she went public about the effects of her husband's Alzheimer's disease, including his affection for another woman.
Teacher's aide accused of giving special needs student a 'wedgie' in front of his classmates
A special needs teacher's aide at Mount Vernon Elementary School is accused of giving a male student a "wedgie" in front of a classroom of his peers last month.
'Highly likely' Japanese journalist has been released from captivity in Syria
A Japanese journalist who was captured by militants in Syria three years ago is believed to have been released, Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga told reporters on Tuesday.
Caterpillar, 3M sink on weak outlooks
Weak outlooks from a pair of industrial giants sent stocks into a tailspin Tuesday. Shares of Caterpillar (CAT) and 3M (MMM) were each down nearly 10% in mid-morning trading -- and that was a big reason why the Dow plunged more than 500 points.
Mom says school isn't doing enough after daughter receives hateful letter
A 12-year-old Blue Springs girl is afraid to go to school after discovering a hateful note in her locker Monday morning. The note read, "kill yourself." "I wanted to hide in a little hole. I w
Police: Girl confined to basement room with alarm; 2 charged
A man and woman from New Boston are facing felony charges in connection with accusations that they held a girl against her will, police said.
Sears stood still during the retail revolution. Here's what other brands can do differently
The bankruptcy of Sears, following the collapse of Toys 'R' Us and Brookstone, is a reminder retail is in only the early stages of a major disruption. Many thousands of storefronts will close, and more iconic names will end up in bankruptcy.
Trump's midterm campaign of fear
Donald Trump is waging one of the most inflammatory closing arguments of any modern campaign, lacing his midterm rhetoric with easily disprovable claims that are building on the fact-challenged foundation of his presidency.
Donald Trump said Californians are rioting over sanctuary cities. They aren't.
Over the weekend at a campaign rally for Sen. Dean Heller (R) in Nevada, President Donald Trump said this:
Justice O'Connor announces she has been diagnosed with dementia, 'probably Alzheimer's'
Retired Justice Sandra Day O'Connor revealed in a letter on Tuesday that she has been diagnosed with the "beginning stages of dementia, probably Alzheimer's disease."
Trump embraces 'nationalist' title at Texas rally
President Donald Trump declared himself a "nationalist" during his rally here on Monday night, officially tagging himself with the label that has long defined his populist rhetoric and protectionist policies.
Mariah Carey headed to 'The Voice'
Mariah Carey is headed back to TV, and this time it's as an adviser on season 15 of NBC's "The Voice."
SoftBank's Masayoshi Son leaves empty chair at Saudi conference
A year ago, Masayoshi Son was the star guest at Saudi Arabia's investment conference, sitting alongside Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman at the glitzy Ritz-Carlton hotel in Riyadh.
This colorless, odorless powder could help solve the global food waste problem
One company is doubling the shelf-life of avocados, citrus and other produce by taking a chemical-free cue from nature.
11-year-old girl 'handles her own' on middle school's football team
A local 6th grade girl is making a name for herself on the football field.
D.C. Attorney General launches investigation into Catholic Church
Washington, D.C., Attorney General Karl Racine announced Tuesday that he has launched a civil investigation into whether the Archdiocese of Washington violated the law by covering up the sexual abuse of minors.
Hurricane Willa expected to wallop Mexico's Pacific coast with explosive storm surge, rain and dangerous waves
Mexico is bracing for what's expected to be one of the strongest storms to hit its Pacific coast. Hurricane Willa is aiming for the west-central coast Tuesday afternoon or evening. On Tuesday morning, the storm boasted maximum sustained winds of 125 mph and threatened to bring life-threatening storm surge and torrents of rain ashore, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Friday, October 19
“Checking In: Hospitality-Driven Thinking, Business, and You” by Stephen J. Cloobeck
You only want to relax. At the end of a business trip, you just want a hotel bed with the softest pillows. You don’t want a broken coffee maker, hair in the sink, or malfunctioning air conditioning. No loud sounds in the hallway at midnight. No shortage of shampoo. Just good service and helpful staff and, as you’ll see in “Checking In” by Stephen J. Cloobeck, your customers would agree.
Perry Ellis Partners with Cubavera for Hispanic Heritage Month
Global fashion house, Perry Ellis International, Inc (PEI), and the company's Latin-inspired Cubavera® brand are launching #CubaveraIcons, a multi-faceted campaign for National Hispanic Heritage Month.
Democrats Need Latino Voters -- But Fret Too Many Will Skip the Midterms
Latino voters are angry at President Donald Trump. But that doesn't mean their anger will carry Democrats into House and Senate majorities in November. Democrats had hoped that Trump's actions -- from attacking Mexicans at the outset of his presidential campaign to separating children from their parents at the southern border -- would galvanize Latinos who have historically skipped midterm elections.
A Healthy Way to Work
Improve health and performance at the office
Between the hours staring at a computer screen and the nearly constant temptation of treats in the breakroom, most offices are not known for fitness and health. However, work is where most Americans spend at least one-third of their days, and it’s a place where simple changes can make a big difference.
JP Morgan Chase to Pay $24 Million to Settle Class Action Discrimination Lawsuit
JPMorgan Chase & Co. will pay $19.5 million to more than 200 current and former black financial advisers and their attorneys in a class action settlement with the bank.
Paula Abdul: Inside the Heart of a Pop Music Legend
On October 3rd, Paula Abdul hit the road on her North American tour; a tour that’s been more than twenty-five years in the making, since her 1992 Under My Spell tour which grossed $60 million in ticket sales (a mint by 1992 standards), yet also yielded some tragedy that almost sidelined the beloved performer forever. The world knows Paula at the plucky, iconic dancer and popstar turned American Idol judge, turned legacy performer. What people may not know is that this Grammy-winning legend had to climb a mountain of adversity, both physical and emotional, to dance again.
Texas High School Students Won't Graduate Unless They Watch Video On How to Interact with Police
Starting this school year, English, history and math, are not the only classes required to graduate high school in Texas. A new state law requires students in grades nine through 12 to receive a class, paired with a 16-minute video, that aims to teach them how to deal with law enforcement during a traffic stop.
Black Seniors in Georgia Ordered Off of Bus Taking Them to Vote
As early voting began Monday in Georgia, a group of black senior citizens gathered for a voter outreach event at Jefferson County’s Leisure Center.
50 Cent Signs New Deal With Starz Worth $150 Million
Rapper and producer 50 Cent has just landed a 4-year deal with Starz worth up to $150 million. His new deal with the premium cable network will include a three-series commitment through his G-Unit Film and Television company. 50 Cent, whose real name is Curtis Jackson, comments, "When I sat down with Chris [Albrecht, Starz CEO] and walked him through my plans for G-Unit Film & Television going forward, he let m
Houston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Partners with Black Law Enforcement Executives to build relationships with Houston area Youth
Law Enforcement officers from the greater Houston area will partner with the Houston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Shell Shack Brings the Whole Kitchen Sink to Houston
Since July of this year, Houston's Heights has been home to a seafood place that captures all of the flavors that our hometown natives crave - spicy crabs, crawfish, shrimp, tasty fried catfish, mixed cocktails, and craft beers. Seven days a week, from 11 a.m. until 2 a.m. hungry patrons can indulge their taste buds with boiled infused flavors with varying degrees of heat.
Facebook Takes Down Ads Mentioning African-Americans and Hispanics, Calling Them Political
Dozens of advertisements removed from Facebook for being political ahead of the November midterm elections did not appear to express any political view, a USA TODAY analysis showed.
Texas Southern University Athletics receives grant from Save the Children Fund
The Texas Southern University Athletics Department has received a $98,111 grant from the Save the Children Fund, an international non-governmental organization that promotes children's rights, provides relief and helps support children in developing countries.
'Wanderlust' strolls through monotony of monogamy
"Wanderlust" is one of those series with a New York Times Sunday Styles feature baked into its DNA, provocatively contemplating how middle-aged married people deal with the monotony of monogamy -- in this case, by finding excitement, and perhaps renewed interest in each other, through sleeping with other people.
Cardi B hands out winter coats in Brooklyn
Cardi B is kicking off the holiday season a bit early with some good will. The rapper handed out free winter coats in Brooklyn, New York on Thursday, where a massive crowd swarmed the "I Like It" performer.
'Modern Family' star Ariel Winter says death not who fans think
Ariel Winter has teased which character is set to die on her hit ABC series, "Modern Family." "It's a character that we'll all be sad to see go, but it's probably not an older character that you think is going to go," Winter told "Entertainment Tonight."
Trump's demonization of the media can have deadly consequences
For a man with too much to say about too many things, President Donald Trump has maintained atypical restraint in the 17 days since since the dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi disappeared into the Saudi Arabian consulate in Istanbul and was presumably murdered inside it by agents of the regime.
Texas' Unemployment Rate Falls to New Record Low 3.8 Percent
Texas’ seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell to 3.8 percent, down from 3.9 percent in August 2018 and setting a new record for the lowest unemployment rate recorded in four decades. The Texas economy added 15,600 seasonally adjusted nonfarm jobs in September. Annual employment growth for Texas was 3.3 percent in September, marking 27 consecutive months of annual growth.
Houston Woman Searches for Answers In the Death of Service Dog
Sixty-four-year-old Freeina Gaines was just out walking her dog, Henry, as she often does on Scott and OST when she was struck by a vehicle. She claims a white PT Cruiser bearing the company logo of Diallo’s nightclub hit her on the left side of her body knocking her to ground.
The Streak Continues: Houston Defeats Buffalo to Extend Winning Streak to Three Games
No matter whether you like it or not. The Houston Texans are finding ways to win games. They defeated the Buffalo Bills 20-13 to extend their winning streak to three games as they head into a divisional showdown next week with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Linda Johnson Rice Talks About Ebony’s Legacy, the Shift in the Industry, and More
A monthly lifestyle publication, Ebony Magazine has been shining a light on Black entertainment and experiences in America since 1945, earning a place in media history as a major player in the publishing game. No stranger to the industry, since taking over the helm from her late father - founder, John H. Johnson - media mogul Linda Johnson Rice has helped steer the organization into a new era; eventually rising to become the Chair and CEO of Johnson Publishing Company, the powerhouse also responsible for introducing JET Magazine to the world.
Students, Faculty, and Community Celebrate Grand Opening of Yates High School
The pride of Houston’s Third Ward has received a makeover. Students, faculty, and the community celebrated the grand opening of Jack Yates High School. KTRK reports that Houston ISD unveiled the new $65 million facility which includes a three-story academic wing with flexible core learning centers and a high-volume performance wing with an auditorium.
Sears Owes Billions of Dollars
Sears is on the hook to vendors, lenders and even customers who recently bought Kenmore fridges or Craftsman lawn mowers. The company has close to $7 billion in assets, according to court filings Monday.
Thursday, October 18
Jocko Sims Breaks All the Rules On NBC’s New Amsterdam
Rules were made to be followed, not broken. Someone forgot to tell the doctors at New York’s New Amsterdam Hospital, a fictional hospital that is the setting for NBC’s new medical drama New Amsterdam, who are breaking all the rules to give patients the best care possible. Dubbed as America’s oldest public hospital, no one is ever turned away regardless of finances, condition, race, gender, or anything. If you need assistance, they say “How can I help?”
Texas Receives $2.6 Million for Public Health Response to Opioid Epidemic
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has received $2.6 million in federal funds to expand the state’s public health response to opioids over the next year.
PVAMU Voter Registration Issues Are Resolved But Not Fixed
An intense political back-and-forth over the validity of voter registrations of thousands of students at a historically black university has been resolved, but community advocates say significant voting barriers remain for students at Prairie View A&M University.
First Lady's Office Calls Out T.I. for 'Disgusting' Video Depicting Melania Trump
First lady Melania Trump's spokeswoman on Tuesday went after rapper T.I., whose most recent music video features a Trump lookalike dancing without clothes in a fake Oval Office. T.I., whose real name is Clifford Harris, stars in the video as himself, seated at a fake Resolute Desk in a setting made to look like the Oval Office.
Georgia's Gubernatorial Race Soiled By Conflict of Interest
What if Georgia played Alabama in football and the lead referee was playing quarterback for Alabama? Would we assume that the rules would be enforced equally? Would Georgians worry that the fix was in?
BET Networks Celebrates New Reality Series "Hustle in Brooklyn" at La Grange in Houston
Last night, BET Networks brought a Brooklyn experience to La Grange in Houston to celebrate the recent premiere of their new reality series, “HUSTLE IN BROOKLYN.” The theme of the event was truly felt by guests as BET activated the space to include scenes reminiscent of the Brooklyn neighborhood including a photo booth with a Brooklyn Bridge backdrop, a bodega with Hustle In Brooklyn magazines of each cast member, street lights and signs, newspaper stands and even distributing New York City metro cards with the Hustle In Brooklyn logo
Wednesday, October 17
Contestants accuse Mrs. America pageant president of racist remarks
Three African-American state pageant winners said they were expecting to have the time of their lives at the 2018 Mrs. America competition in Las Vegas in August.
A week after Hurricane Michael hit, more misery and a rising death toll
A week after Hurricane Michael slammed the Florida Panhandle, the scope of the storm's fury is still emerging as the death toll rises and rescuers search for the missing in the hardest-hit areas.
Toddler battling leukemia receives princess room makeover
It’s best simply said: a bedroom of her dreams. Volunteers with Special Spaces Boca Raton recently worked around the clock to give a Delray Beach toddler, who is battling acute leukemia, a place as special as she is. It's what they do.
US fertility rates down, first-time moms getting older
First-time mothers in the United States grew older on average over the past decade while total fertility rates declined, a new government report shows.
She blocked a black neighbor from entering their St. Louis building. Then she got fired
A white woman has been fired after video emerged of her confronting and blocking the entry of a black neighbor at a St. Louis apartment complex.
NFL owner pulls bid for Wembley Stadium
The proposed £600 million ($788 million) purchase of London's Wembley Stadium has fallen through after American businessman Shahid Khan withdrew his bid.
Pot is now legal in Canada. These are the stocks to watch
Recreational marijuana is legal in Canada as of Wednesday. And investors seem to have the munchies for cannabis stocks. Shares of Canadian cannabis companies Canopy Growth (CGC), Cronos (CRON) and Tilray (TLRY) -- which trade in the United States -- have soared in the past week -- and all year for that matter.
Roseanne Barr responds to 'The Conners' debut
Warning: This story contains spoilers about the series premiere of "The Conners." So, Roseanne was right.
O'Rourke borrows Trump's attack line against 'Lying Ted' Cruz in Texas Senate debate
Democratic Rep. Beto O'Rourke aggressively cast Republican Sen. Ted Cruz as "all talk and no action" during the second -- and potentially final -- debate of the Texas Senate race Tuesday night.
FEMA website consolidates resources for governments, nonprofits, survivors
Hurricane Harvey Recovery Portal highlights information about grants, housing and training
Texas communities will find a wide range of support at FEMA’s centralized online resource for governments, nonprofits and Hurricane Harvey survivors working on their long-term recovery.
EBONY Magazine Announces Its EBONY Power 100 List
Hollywood and the music industry take a bow with iconic entertainment honorees including Drake, Cardi B, Travis Scott, Zoë Kravitz and Black Panther
Trailblazers from the political world and todays crusading activists include Barack and Michelle Obama; lawmakers Stacey Abrams, Andrew Gillum, Keisha Lance Bottoms and London Breed; and #MeToo founder Tarana Burke
Corporate income tax can be revitalized, say Baker Institute experts
The tax cuts passed by Congress and signed into law by President Trump last year offer a starting point offer for revitalizing the corporate income tax (CIT), according to experts at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
Become Enchanted with the Larger Than Life - Magical Winter Lights November 16th – January 6th
The 2018 Magical Winter Lights (MWL) will return to light up the night and captivate guests this holiday season at Gulf Greyhound Park in La Marque, TX from November 16, 2018, to January 6, 2019, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. This multicultural light festival covers 20 acres and encompasses more than six million lights, plus Chinese acrobats, carnival activities, themed lantern displays, and so much more.
Feeling lucky? Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots combined are now more than $1.2 BILLION
Good people of America, the dream is still alive. There was no winner in Tuesday's Mega Millions lottery drawing.
TV has more work to do for the working class
- I was about 11 the first time I realized what it looks like when your mom has $20 in her pocket and $40 worth of obligations -- a car to gas up, bellies to fill, and bill collectors to feed the scraps to, I'd later learn.
For women, Clinton is a bigger disappointment than Trump
Since the explosion of #MeToo in October 2017, many of us have become jaded to the stock responses we can often expect from certain figures to stories of sexual harassment and abuse. At a rally in Pennsylvania last week, for example, President Trump once again mocked the movement, claiming he "wasn't allowed" to use certain expressions anymore, and laughing when a member of the crowd urged him to "do it anyway." It is galling in another way, however, to hear #MeToo undermined from an unexpected quarter -- as it was a few days ago by Trump's 2016 opponent, Hillary Clinton.
Nicole Kidman: Marriage to Tom Cruise protected me
Nicole Kidman married Tom Cruise for love, but ended up getting shielded from sexual harassment as well.
Elizabeth Warren might have actually made things worse with her DNA gambit
Twenty-four hours after Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren shocked the political world with a five-minute video (and a mountain of documentation) aimed at putting to bed the controversy over her claims of Native American heritage, it's becoming increasingly clear the strategy amounts to a swing and a miss.
Where Beto O'Rourke's contribution bonanza came from
Democratic challenger Rep. Beto O'Rourke reported a record haul of campaign cash last quarter, with donations pouring in from people across the country, as he tries to gain momentum in the Texas US Senate race against Republican Sen. Ted Cruz.
Trump defends Saudi Arabia as accusations mount over journalist disappearance
President Donald Trump has defended Saudi Arabia as accusations mount over its de facto ruler's close links to the men who apparently killed a journalist in the kingdom's consulate in Istanbul.
USA Gymnastics loses its 2nd president in 2 months
The revolving door of USA Gymnastics' top leadership keeps spinning as the organization struggles to recover from the Larry Nassar scandal.
Earnings boost; Netflix is on fire; Saudi Arabia isolated
1. Earnings boost: Corporate America gave markets a shot in the arm on Tuesday but the bounce may already be fading.
Julian Castro says he's 'likely' to challenge Trump in 2020
Former Obama administration official and San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro said he is "likely" to challenge President Donald Trump in 2020.
Tuesday, October 16
Business is boycotting Saudi Arabia's big conference. Here's who's still going
Some of the biggest names in global business and finance have canceled plans to attend an investment conference in Saudi Arabia next week because of the unexplained disappearance of prominent Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
Monday, October 15
Former Senate Intelligence Committee staffer pleads guilty to lying to FBI investigators
Former Senate Intelligence Committee staff member James Wolfe pleaded guilty Monday to one count of lying to the FBI about his contacts with a reporter.
American Bar Association drops review of Kavanaugh
The American Bar Association will no longer review its "well qualified" rating of Justice Brett Kavanaugh now that the Senate confirmed him, an ABA official told CNN Monday.
'The Conners' lays foundation for life after 'Roseanne'
The following is a spoiler-free preview of "The Conners." Morbid curiosity surely surrounds "The Conners," the zombie sitcom raised from the dead after "Roseanne" was canceled, then revived without the show's controversial namesake and star, Roseanne Barr. Whether or not the series has legs -- as opposed to temporarily plugging the gaping hole left in ABC's schedule -- the producers and network have seemingly done what they can to make the best of a bad situation.
Kanye West returns to Twitter and raps from Uganda
It didn't take long for Kanye West to return to social media. A week after deleting his Twitter and Instagram accounts, the rapper was back on Twitter.
It's time for Netflix to prove it's still the king
Netflix failed to deliver last quarter and was raked over the coals by Wall Street.
High school graduate sues school board, saying he got banned from schools for criticizing teachers
An 18-year-old Milford High School graduate filed a lawsuit against the city’s school board, claiming they sent a police officer to his home and banned him from schools and meetings because he criticized teachers’ political activity.
Florida schools scramble to get students back in class after Hurricane Michael
Florida Panhandle officials are trying to figure out how to resume classes after Hurricane Michael damaged or destroyed many schools last week.
Elizabeth Warren releases DNA test with 'strong evidence' of Native American ancestry
Sen. Elizabeth Warren has released the results of a DNA analysis showing she has distant Native American ancestry, in an apparent attempt to pre-empt further questions and attacks should she run for president in 2020.
Houston Early Music Celebrates the Holidays with An Elizabethan Christmas
Now in its 50th season, Houston Early Music continues its anniversary celebration with An Elizabethan Christmas performed by Parthenia, A Consort of Viols featuring soprano Sherezade Panthaki.
Houston Native Serves with U.S. Navy Helicopter Squadron in San Diego
A 2010 Channel View High School graduate and Houston native is serving in the U.S. Navy with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Weapons School Pacific at Naval Station North Island in Coronado, California.
Where I’ve Been: An Evening with Christina Wells
America’s Got Talent semi-finalist and powerhouse vocalist Christina Wells is bringing her talents back to her hometown on Sunday, October 21 at the Historic Majestic Metro in Downtown Houston for her celebratory Homecoming Show. Wells and her band will perform live in concert for a special performance that Christina calls, “a love letter to Houston”. The evening will include performances of I Know Where I’ve Been and I Am Changing, songs which brought her national attention on the America’s Got Talent stage this summer. For tickets, click here.
Houston-Based Mattress Firm Launches Exclusive Houston Texans Mattress Line
The Houston Texans and Mattress Firm are thrilled to announce a new product line dedicated to Texans fans. Fans can purchase the exclusive Houston Texans product line from all 106 Mattress Firm stores in Greater Houston. In partnership with the Mattress Firm, the Houston Texans are working to make sure super fans are getting the best night sleep for an unbeatable value.
Is Harvard fair? Historic affirmative action trial begins Monday
A lawsuit against Harvard brought on behalf of Asian-American students who failed to gain admission goes to trial on Monday in one of the most consequential race cases in decades, with affirmative action policies across the country at stake.
Trapped by Hurricane Michael, some residents summoned aid by spelling out 'HELP' with logs
Some residents trapped in the aftermath of Hurricane Michael sent out a satellite SOS. Lucky for them, their family got the message.
Trump suggests 'rogue killers' behind Jamal Khashoggi's disappearance
President Donald Trump suggested Monday that "rogue killers" could be behind the disappearance of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, after a phone call with Saudi Arabia's King Salman over the case.
Houston BCycle Rides Will Be Free During Astros' Upcoming Homestand
Houston BCycle will offer free rides from each of its 72 stations throughout the Astros' upcoming ALCS homestand, which stretches from Tuesday, October 16th, through Thursday, October 18th.
Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is expecting her first child
Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, is pregnant with her first child, the UK's royal family has announced.
Sears bankruptcy brings back fond memories for customers, even if they haven't shopped there in a while
For so many people who grew up before the internet, the Sears catalog WAS the internet.
Protect the Ball: Panthers 5 turnovers costs them the game against the Jaguars
Any football coach from Pop Warner to the NFL will tell you that your number one priority on offense is to protect the ball. Any time you turn the ball over, especially in the red-zone, you kill your offensive momentum and miss an opportunity to put points on the scoreboard. Prairie View A&M (3-4, 2-1) learned that lesson the hard way in a 38-0 blowout to SWAC rival, Southern Jaguars (3-3, 2-1).
Let's Go Streaking: The Houston Texans host the Buffalo Bills looking to extend their winning streak
In the movie Major League II, a story about the Cleveland Indians starting their second season after overcoming adversity and winning a playoff game. The manager Lou Brown is giving his team a pre-game speech the day after they have finally won a game ending a long losing streak. He stands in the middle of the clubhouse and bellows out very loudly.
Houston ISD School Board Turns Around On Decision to Remove Dr. Grenita Lathan
It seems Dr. Grenita Lathan will stay on as Houston ISD interim superintendent after all. Last week, the board of trustees made a shocking move to release Dr. Grenita Lathan of her duties as the district’s interim superintendent that she has held since April of this year.
Friday, October 12
Trump Has Created a Census Conundrum for Latino Groups With Planned Citizenship Question
Each decade, the government enlists help from various civic and community groups to encourage people — particularly those difficult to reach, remote or less trusting — to fill out and return their census forms. But the Trump administration has created a conundrum for many groups that serve Latinos and immigrants because the Census Bureau plans to ask people on the 2020 census to state whether they are a citizen, U.S.-born or naturalized or not a citizen.
We Are Not Yet Equal: Understanding Our Racial Divide” by Carol Anderson with Tonya Bolden, foreword by Nic Stone
Your blood is red. You were born with the same number of bones, ears, and appendages as everybody else and your requirements are food, air, water, shelter and love. Indeed, you’re just like other humans – but as you’ll see in the new book “We Are Not Yet Equal” by Carol Anderson with Tonya Bolden, you may’ve been set apart.
Triple Negative Breast Cancer: What Black Women Need to Know
Anyone can get triple-negative breast cancer, however, African-American women are more likely to develop breast cancer at a younger age (under 50) and often have a more aggressive form of the disease called triple-negative breast cancer. This means that the cancer does not express the gene for estrogen receptor, progesterone receptor, or HER2 that can stimulate breast cancers to grow—and therefore is immune to many of the targeted treatments that can be used to block tumor growth.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Statement on the Confirmation of Mark Norris to be a Judge in the Western District of Tennessee
Jackson Lee—“The Senate’s authority to advise and consent must be exercised in conjunction with constitutional aspirations, the first of which is to create ‘a more perfect union.’ The confirmation of Mr. Norris to the federal bench is an insult to this tradition.”
Tiffany Haddish Returns to the Aces of Comedy Series January 25 – 26
Fresh off her ‘girls trip’ and ready to jump back onto the Aces of Comedy stage is the hysterical Tiffany Haddish who is scheduled to headline the Terry Fator Theatre January 25 – 26, 2019. Tickets to see Haddish perform live at The Mirage Hotel & Casino are on sale now.
Chicago Police Officer Convicted of Second-Degree Murder in Shooting of Laquan McDonald
A jury has found white Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke guilty of second-degree murder in the 2014 high-profile shooting death of a black 17-year-old, Laquan McDonald.
DOONEY & BOURKE Expands MLB Astros Accessories Collection for Fans
With Saturday’s MLB Playoff Game approaching, cheer on the HOUSTON ASTROS with the latest collection of accessories from DOONEY & BOURKE’s MLB ASTROS Collection.
Colin Kaepernick Applies For Trademark On His Own Image
Inked Flash, Colin Kaepernick’s company based out of California, has applied for a trademark from the government on a black-and-white image of the quarterback.
Houston's Local Needs Assessment Open for Public Comment Until Nov.5
On October 5, 2018 the City of Houston published a Local Needs Assessment of residential impact from Hurricane Harvey for thirty days of public comment. The assessment shows that the City will need an additional $2 billion in federal resources to meet the most serious housing needs after Harvey. Other key findings of the assessment:
NAACP Monitoring Possible Voter Suppression Tactics in Georgia Gov. Race
The nation’s foremost civil rights organization is closely monitoring possible voter suppression in the state of Georgia stemming from Secretary of State Brian Kemp’s ongoing failure to process over 53,000 voter registration applications.
Mayor Turner and Planning Department announce launch of Complete Communities University
Mayor Sylvester Turner and the City of Houston Planning & Development Department are pleased to announce the launch of Complete Communities University, an array of workshops and resources designed to better enable residents of the five Complete Communities neighborhoods to move their communities forward.
White House Recognizes Mayor's Special Advisor on Human Trafficking with Prestigious Award
Minal Patel Davis, Mayor Tuner’s Special Advisor on Human Trafficking was selected to receive the prestigious Presidential Award for Extraordinary Efforts to Combat Trafficking in Persons, the highest U.S.award for this issue. The announcement was made today in Washington D.C. during a White House meeting of the President’s Interagency Task Force to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons chaired by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. The award is given annually to individuals and organizations that demonstrate leadership, commitment and measurable success in the battle to eradicate trafficking.
Salvation Army Houston deploys disaster relief teams to Florida in wake of Hurricane Michael
As Hurricane Michael makes landfall along Florida’s Gulf Coast as a powerful and destructive storm, The Salvation Army has placed all disaster relief resources across the state of Florida and in neighboring states on standby, including mobile feeding kitchens, trained personnel, and supplies. Disaster response teams and units from Texas are headed to Florida to support the anticipated relief efforts. Locally, The Salvation Army of Greater Houston is deploying teams from Pasadena and Conroe to assist in disaster relief.
SPCA of Brazoria County Hosts First Ever ‘Fur Ball’
The S.P.C.A. of Brazoria County will host a fund-raising event titled ‘Fur Ball 2018’ on October 25, 2018 from 6:00 – 10:30 p.m. at the Lake Jackson Civic Center. Dinner, drinks, auctions (live and silent) along with music by Intercoastal Pirates point to an evening as entertaining as it is worthwhile. The S.P.C.A. of Brazoria County is a no kill shelter and as such has expenses that are above the norm. Add a massive flood event to the equation, and the need for funds is great and increasing.
East End Improvement Corporation Announces 2018 Street Fest
The East End Improvement Corporation (501c3) proudly announces the 2018 East End Street Fest. This colorful Houston community festival will be FREE of charge and promises to continue to draw thousands to Houston’s birthplace.
Stilettos & Champagne Pairs High Heels and Bubbly with Philanthropy
On November 10, 2018, This Woman’s Work, a non-profit 501(c)(3), will hold its annual Stilettos & Champagne Fundraising Reception Saturday, Nov. 10 at the Julia Ideson Library, located at 550 McKinney St, Houston, from 6:30 – 10 p.m.
Danielle Brown Elected President of Jack and Jill of America, Inc.
Washington DC Metro Area - Danielle Brown has been elected the 26th national president of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. The announcement was made at the organization's 43rd National Convention held in Kansas City, Missouri in July.
Beto Raises Record-Breaking $38.1 Million
Beto O’Rourke announced that his grassroots campaign raised more than $38,100,000 in the third quarter of 2018. Powered by 802,836 individual contributions and without a dime from PACs, corporations or special interests, his people-powered campaign has just set a new record for the largest fundraising quarter ever in a U.S. Senate race.
Dynamic Violin Star Karen Gomyo Returns to Houston
Captivating violin virtuoso Karen Gomyo and guest conductor Fabien Gabel mark their return engagements with the Houston Symphony in a program featuring works by Tchaikovsky and two selections from iconic film scores. Titled Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, the program is at 8 p.m., Oct. 26-27, and 2:30 p.m. Oct. 28.
Netflix Content Chief Says Obama Projects Won't Necessarily Be Political
Netflix Chief Content Officer Ted Sarandos didn't have a lot of details to offer on the projects being prepped by Barack and Michelle Obama for his streaming service but indicated that the content won't necessarily be "political." Sarandos said the content will hit on subjects like sports, lifestyle and nutrition.
Missouri City Church In Battle Over Removing ‘Colored’ From Name
KHOU reports that St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Missouri was built after a property swap in the 1930s.
Hopdoddy Opens Its Newest Location in CityCentre
Burger enthusiasts rejoice! Hopdoddy Burger Bar has opened its newest location in CityCentre, one of Houston’s premiere destinations for food, shopping, and entertainment.
Texas Dioceses to Release Names of Clergy Credibly Accused of Sex Abuse of Minors
From Diocese of Beaumont - Bishop Curtis Guillory, SVD, joined other Texas bishops today in announcing their decision to release names of clergy credibly accused of sexual abuse of minors.
CNN Poll: Democrats Are Fired Up And Maintain a Strong 2018 Lead
Four weeks out from Election Day, Democrats remain well ahead of Republicans in a generic ballot matchup, with 54% of likely voters saying they support the Democrat in their district and 41% backing a Republican, according to a CNN poll conducted by SSRS.
Waller County Elections Office Denies Rejecting Voter Registrations from Prairie View A&M Students
After concerns spread Tuesday that some college students at Prairie View A&M had their voter registrations rejected, local election officials say that has not happened. Waller County Elections Administrator Christy Eason denies allegations. Eason said there has been confusion about students who live on campus not having the correct address for their precinct listed on their registrations, but she said the county had not mailed students notices about the issue.
HBCU Gets $5.1 Million Award to Fight Cancer
Texas Southern University has announced a $5.1 million research grant, one of the largest publicly-funded grants received in its 90-year history, the university said. The Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas award will be led by faculty in cancer research.
Prairie View A&M University Professor awarded 5.3 million grant to tackle food insecurities
The University spearheads the effort to find a cure for hunger and poverty
Prairie View A&M University answers the call to find a cure for a real-world problem: food insecurity. World Food Day at PVAMU will feature Dr. Deland J. Myers Sr. Endowed Professor of Food Systems at PV. Dr. Myers was awarded a 5.3 million dollar grant from the Texas A&M Chancellors Research Initiative to found the Integrated Food Security Research Center (IFSRC) for the purpose of establishing a center with a focused research, academic, and outreach effort to study the causes of food insecurity, the impacts of this issue, and finding ways to alleviate food insecurity in communities.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Calls Upon Department of Justice to Take Action to Prevent ‘Waller County Outrage’
Jackson Lee: “What is happening in Waller County, Texas appears to part of an ongoing campaign of abusing state election law to disenfranchise minority voters, which is why I am calling upon the U.S. Department of Justice to take appropriate action immediately to enjoin elections administration officials for Waller County, Texas from implementing their announced plan to impose additional and unreasonable burdens that on the students of Prairie View A&M University who are and have registered to vote and cast their ballots.”
Houston ISD Superintendent Surprise Switch
In what some are calling a blindside move, the Houston ISD Board voted 5-4 to remove Dr. Grenita Lathan from her post as interim superintendent. Replacing Lathan will be former superintendent Abelardo Saavedra. He will have a six-month term and then be on a month-to-month basis.
Thursday, October 11
Beto O’Rourke: Of the People, For the People
The first time I saw Beto O’Rourke was February 2017, well before he became “Beto O’Rourke For Senate.”
Kavanaugh Showed Us Exactly Who He Is
Brett Kavanaugh is now a justice of the Supreme Court. He is there only because he is what he showed himself to be in the Senate hearings: a vicious, partisan operative utterly committed to a right-wing judicial activism that will inevitably lead to a constitutional crisis.
The Stars at Night: Texans Defeat the Cowboys In Overtime of the “Battle for Texas”
Anyone who knows me knows that I love a good song. I sing loud and off key all the time. And when I can’t sing, I hum off key just to keep the melody in my head. Some will tell you that music can calm the savage beast. Well on Sunday night in Houston, Texas, there was a song that caused all Texans in attendance to sing very loud and definitely not on the right note or key. “The stars at night, are big and bright, deep in the heart of Texas,” blared through the speakers at NRG park and the sold-out crowd could not have been happier.
Interview: Multi-Grammy Nominee and Author Ledisi Talks New Book, The Walk: Accepting Your Life As It is Now
12x Grammy-nominated songstress, actor and author Ledisi recently released her new book, The Walk: Accepting Your Life As It is Now with Noah’s Ark Publishing (2018). Known for giving outstanding tributes, twice to the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, Ledisi gets a chance to give readers a personal glimpse into her heartfelt journey throughout childhood, relationships and her successful entertainment career.
Houston needs better public transit to job centers, study concludes
Houston's job centers need to be better connected to the regional transportation network, according to a new report from Rice University's Kinder Institute for Urban Research.
Actress Charnele Brown, Comedian Ku Egenti named Co-MCs of 20th Anniversary Celebration of Fresh Spirit Wellness for Women, Inc.
‘He Loves Me Not’, directed by playwright Mona Moore, will be centerpiece of Fundraising event
Wednesday, October 10
Cardi B on what sparked that Nicki Minaj fight
We now know what exactly sparked Cardi B going after Nicki Minaj at a New York Fashion Week party.
Wife of ex-Interpol chief fears for her life with her husband detained in China
The wife of Interpol's former chief has said she fears for her life and that of her twin boys after her husband was detained by Chinese officials, in the latest case of a forced disappearance in Beijing.
California fake ID salesman who helped Mueller investigate Russians gets six months in jail
Richard Pinedo, a California computer whiz caught by the special counsel's office selling fake online identities to Russians, was sentenced to six months in prison and six months probation Wednesday by a federal judge in Washington.
Democrats to force health care vote Wednesday in the Senate
Democrats plan to force a vote Wednesday morning on a bill related to health care coverage of pre-existing conditions and the size and scope of insurance plans, the latest action from the minority party's push to focus on the issue of health care going into the midterms.
Trump files op-ed bashing Democrats on Medicare for all
President Donald Trump knocked Democrats in incendiary terms ahead of the midterm elections with an op-ed decrying a proposal to establish a single-payer health care system.
Joe Biden not running for President in 2020 -- 'at this point'
Former Vice President Joe Biden sidestepped a question Wednesday about his 2020 intentions, saying he is not running for president "at this point."
Trump to sign bills aimed at increasing drug price transparency
President Donald Trump is scheduled to sign two pieces of legislation into law on Wednesday that aim to inform consumers about drug prices.
Hurricane Michael, nearing landfall, could be Florida Panhandle's 'worst storm ... in a century'
A terrifyingly powerful Category 4 Hurricane Michael was poised to become the strongest hurricane to hit the Florida Panhandle in recorded history Wednesday, its rapid strengthening catching some by surprise and leaving anxious officials telling those who didn't evacuate: It's time to hunker down.
Monday, October 8
Chance The Rapper Donates $1 Million to Improve Chicago’s Mental Health Services
According to the Associated Press, hip hop artist and philanthropist Chance the Rapper has announced he’s donating $1 million to help improve mental health services in Chicago.
13 Year-Old Neveah Spillman Leads Her Middle School’s Football Team as Starting Quarterback
Neveah Spillman loves sports. Her current position at Maple Park Middle School isn’t typical of girls her age. Neveah is the football team’s starting quarterback.
'SNL' turns into Republicans locker room party in the wake of Kavanaugh's confirmation
They were cheering, wearing goggles and drinking beer. It was a "Saturday Night Live" locker room party for Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation. The NBC sketch series wasted no time addressing the excitement and disappointment felt by Senate members on Saturday. The second episode of the show's 44th season had Kenan Thompson as CNN's Don Lemon in a live report featuring Heidi Gardner as chief political correspondent Dana Bash.
Taylor Swift no longer mum on politics after endorsing Democrats in Tennessee midterm races
Midterms, look what you made Taylor Swift do. In a rare move, singer Taylor Swift has weighed in on politics in a major way, endorsing Tennessee Democrats Phil Bredesen and Jim Cooper, who are running for Senate and House of Representatives, respectively.
You're not the only one still thinking about the dog from 'A Star Is Born'
Warning: This article contains major spoilers from "A Star Is Born." A star is, indeed, born in Bradley Cooper's much-praised directorial debut: He has four legs, the kind of soft-looking fur that demands to be cuddled, and his name (both in the film and real life) is Charlie.
Rose McGowan says she didn't slame #MeToo
Rose McGowan is clarifying some criticism she made that reportedly pitted her against the #MeToo movement.
Trump addresses police chiefs in Florida
President Donald Trump addressed the International Association of Chiefs of Police Annual Convention in Orlando Monday afternoon, voicing support for "stop and frisk" policies and touting the success of his Supreme Court pick, Brett Kavanaugh.
It's Taylor Swift versus Kanye West again
This is apparently where we are as a nation: some conservatives are hailing Kanye West and slamming Taylor Swift.
Best Buy is cashing in as Americans grow older
Americans are getting older. That's an opportunity for Best Buy. In August, Best Buy announced it would buy GreatCall for $800 million. GreatCall makes Jitterbug cell phones with big buttons and bright screens designed for senior citizens, as well as medical alert devices that can detect falls and summon help.
North Korea is ready to allow inspection of key nuclear site, Pompeo says
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Monday that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is ready to allow international inspectors into a key nuclear testing site, signaling a step forward in Pyongyang's commitment to denuclearizing the Korean Peninsula.
Planet has only until 2030 to stem catastrophic climate change, experts warn
Governments around the world must take "rapid, far-reaching and unprecedented changes in all aspects of society" to avoid disastrous levels of global warming, says a stark new report from the global scientific authority on climate change.
Booker rallies Iowa Democrats to 'stay faithful' after Kavanaugh confirmation
Setting foot on Iowa soil for the first time as a possible presidential contender, Sen. Cory Booker urged Democrats discouraged by Judge Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation to the US Supreme Court to "stay faithful" in defeat and rally to action in the upcoming midterm elections.
Cash-strapped GE unloads $1 billion of energy investments
General Electric might be under new management, but its quest to get smaller continues. In the first deal under new CEO Larry Culp, GE (GE) said on Monday it's unloading a $1 billion portfolio of energy investments to private-equity firm Apollo Global Management.
Abandoned dog rescued, gets treatment for large tumor
A dog is on the road to recovery after being found abandoned recently with a large tumor on her side. She was taken to a veterinary hospital to receive treatment for the tumor.
Meghan McCain emotionally remembers her father in first View appearance since his death
Meghan McCain, in her return to "The View" following the death of Sen. John McCain, remembered her father Monday as a man full of important ideals that she said still exist throughout the country.
Couple ties knot in hot air balloon during festival
After decades of crewing hot air balloons, Kevin Gill is preparing for the most important balloon ride of his life.
Trump calls Kavanaugh accusations a 'hoax set up by the Democrats'
President Donald Trump on Monday claimed Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination was "caught up in a hoax set up by the Democrats." Kavanaugh is set to be sworn in by Trump later in the day.
One escaped inmate captured, one still on the loose
A tip led officers to one of the two inmates who escaped from Metro Corrections over the weekend.
The limo that crashed and killed 20 people failed inspection. And the driver wasn't properly licensed.
The driver of the modified limo that crashed in upstate New York "did not have the appropriate driver's license to be operating that vehicle," Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Monday.
The fight for transgender healthcare at work
Transgender people often require a great deal of medical care. Mental health counseling, hormone therapy, speech language therapy, mastectomy, facial feminization, sperm retrieval or egg freezing — just to name a few — can cost thousands, or even hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Airbus has a new CEO. Can he take the company to new heights?
Airbus has named French engineer Guillaume Faury as its next CEO. Managing the potential fallout from Brexit will be his first challenge, but there are plenty of others too
Michael, now a Category 1 hurricane, expected to strengthen
Michael, now a Category 1 hurricane slashing Cuba, is forecast to be a "dangerous major hurricane" when it smacks the US Gulf Coast on Wednesday, the National Hurricane Center said.
Suge Knight sentenced to 28 years in prison
Former rap mogul Marion "Suge" Knight was sentenced to 28 years in prison Thursday for the death of a man during a hit-and-run incident on the set of the movie "Straight Outta Compton."
Lil Wayne's Atlanta concert ends in mayhem
Pandemonium erupted Sunday night in Atlanta at a Lil Wayne concert that ended with at least a dozen people receiving minor injuries, police said.
Sunday, October 7
Good Competition: Astros defeat the Indians behind a dominant pitching performance from Gerrit Cole
If you grew up in a house with siblings who played sports, you are very familiar with the competition. Back in 1982, former NBA player Reggie Miller came home from a high school game excited and elated about the 39 points he scored in his basketball game. Now for any other family that would have been great, but not for a family that contained future NCAA champion in women’s basketball, Cheryl Miller.
Saturday, October 6
Early Warning: Astros Gerrit Cole takes the mound in Game 2 of the ALDS against the Indians
Earlier this year, January 13th to be exact, an early morning emergency alert warning of an incoming ballistic attack was mistakenly dispatched to all cellphones in Hawaii. That alert set off a mass hysteria of panic amongst the citizens who were already on edge due to the rocky relationship between the United States and North Korea.
Friday, October 5
Astros Fever: Verlander sets the tone as the Astros defeat the Indians in Game 1 of the 2018 ALDS
“Well, I started to feel a little sick a couple of days ago when they announced that the game would start at 1 pm today. So, When I woke up this morning, I just couldn’t make it to school. I mean (a dramatic cough), you know (another dramatic cough), I didn’t think it was a good idea to spread what I had to other kids,” said the 10-year old who shall remain nameless to protect his identity. Well, that and if I tell on him I will have to tell on the large number of adults and other children who I guess mysteriously caught the same bug going around Houston and surrounding areas this time of year.
The Biggest Hurdle For Beto O'Rourke In Texas Is Turning Out Latino Voters
The Texas Senate race wasn't supposed to be competitive this year. But thanks to an imaginative campaign, Beto O'Rourke has energized Democrats, drawing huge crowds and raising tens of millions of dollars in what was initially seen as a long-shot bid to defeat Republican Sen. Ted Cruz.
Police probe possible mob hit
Police in the Bronx were investigating a possible mob hit late Thursday.
False positive results prompt pregnancy test recall
Thousands of pregnancy tests have been recalled in the UK after some were found to give false positive results.
Mike 'The Situation' Sorrentino sentenced to eight months in prison
Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino, best known for starring on MTV's "Jersey Shore," has been sentenced to prison for tax evasion. The reality star appeared in New Jersey federal court on Friday and was given an eight month prison sentence, along with two years of supervised release.
Government-sponsored Race Discrimination Has Suppressed Black Homeownership and Generational Wealth
Despite the fact that the Fair Housing Act was passed by Congress more than 50 years ago, evidence reveals that government-supported racial discrimination in home buying remains rampant across the U.S. – yet, with little legislative remedy or recourse.
Amy Schumer and Emily Ratajkowski were arrested in Kavanaugh protests
Comedian Amy Schumer and model-actress Emily Ratajkowski were among more than 300 people arrested Thursday in protests over Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh.
Trooper suspected of using State Police computer to track down women
A Louisiana state trooper used law-enforcement databases to get the names and addresses of women and then began contacting them with often unsettling advances, authorities said after the trooper's arrest.
Toddler shreds over $1,000 his parents saved to pay a debt
The mystery of more than $1,000 that disappeared from a Utah family was solved when they discovered the money in pieces in the home's shredder, and found the culprit was their 2-year-old son.
Brett Kavanaugh just took a MAJOR step toward the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court nomination of Brett Kavanaugh took a major step forward on the Senate floor Friday morning, as 51 senators voted to end debate in the chamber and move toward a vote on final confirmation on Saturday.
Consumer Reports: Honda CR-Vs plagued by engine trouble
The Honda CR-V, one of the most popular vehicles in America, is plagued by a potentially dangerous engine problem that could cause the small SUVs to lose power or even stall, according to Consumer Reports magazine.
Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke found guilty of second-degree murder in Laquan McDonald killing
Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke was found guilty Friday of second-degree murder in the 2014 fatal shooting of 17-year-old Laquan McDonald.
Tennessee Senate race: Phil Bredesen goes all in on pledge to break with Democrats
Democratic Senate hopeful Phil Bredesen is going all out to highlight his pledge to break with his own party as he seeks to win in conservative Tennessee.
Kavanaugh nomination: Collins, Flake yes, Murkowski no, for Saturday's final vote
Republican Sen. Susan Collins announced she will vote for Brett Kavanaugh, essentially ensuring that the controversial Supreme Court nominee has enough support to be confirmed when a final vote takes place Saturday.
French police probe Interpol president Meng Hongwei's disappearance
The Chinese president of Interpol, the international police agency, has vanished. Meng Hongwei was not on French soil when he was last seen, according a senior French law enforcement official, who declined to say whether he was in China.
Parents Upset After Teachers Zip-Tied Two Black Students’ Hands Behind Their Backs
Two pre-K teachers from Oak View Elementary in Atlanta have recently resigned after at least two of their 4-year old students said that they tied their hands behind their backs with zip ties, and threatened to throw spiders on them.
Hispanic Hospitality Is Helping the American Economy
Hispanic businesses contribute a staggering $700 billion to the national economy annually.
Texas’ First Black Football Letterman Whittier Has Died
Julius Whittier once remarked that attending the University of Texas and playing football opened up a larger world for him. It could be said Whittier helped open the university to the world.
Never Settle: The Houston Astros begin their bid to repeat as World Series Champions
One definition of the word settle is: to make stable; place in a permanent position or on a permanent basis. But for the Houston Astros, they have taken that word and made it a mantra for the 2018 Major League Baseball season. “Never Settle” is plastered over every piece of literature throughout the clubhouse and Minute Maid Park as a constant reminder that the 2017 season is over. Now don’t get me wrong, they were highly successful on last season by winning the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, but that was last year.
Latino Voters Are Making the Democrats Sweat
Democrats see their fortunes rising with constituencies they’ll need to run up big victories in the midterm elections. They expect to do especially well with suburban women, even non-college-educated women, and are optimistic about millennials and a decent turnout by African-Americans. They’re concerned, however, about Latinos, especially men.
Amazon’s $15 Minimum Wage Could Put Pressure On Other Retailers to Raise Pay
Amazon.com Inc.’s minimum wage increase to $15 could put pressure on other retailers, who are already competing for talent in a tight labor market.
Texas Water Resort Closed, Tested for 'Brain-eating Amoeba' After Man's Death
After a 29-year-old man died from an infection with what's commonly known as brain-eating amoeba, health officials are investigating the Texas surf resort he visited.
“You Are a Mogul” by Tiffany Pham
You’ve been thinking about it for weeks. That idea you’ve got in your head won’t let you go. It’s too intriguing: it solves a problem, helps people, and it could be a money-maker. So what next? In the new book “You Are a Mogul” by Tiffany Pham,you’ll see how to elevate yourself from see-opportunity to C-suite in your own business.
Pumpkin Spice Time at HS Green Fresh Kitchen
Love it or not, pumpkin spice season is back and signaling the start of autumn and the Holidays for fans of the seasonal flavor.
8 Houston Journalists Honored through Media Honor Roll 2018 from Harris County Department of Education
Eight Houston journalists are being honored by Harris County Department of Education for their fair and balanced reporting about public schools. As 2018 Media Honor Roll awardees, the journalists are specifically nominated for supporting education service programs within HCDE.
In Houston, a Tasting Menu Designed to Confront Racism
Chef Jonny Rhodes opened Indigo with his wife, Chana Rhodes, in July as the permanent follow-up to a series of pop-ups he started after leaving New York’s Gramercy Tavern.
Texas Latino Families, When Compared to Latino Families In Other States, Come In About 30th
Texas Latino scholars will arrive at the University of Texas at San Antonio Downtown Campus this week with various sets of data, none of which say Texas is No. 1. They’ll be drawn specifically to one overarching reality: Texas Latino families, when compared to Latino families in other states, come in about 30th.
Environmental Development Partners LLC Partners With Wharton County Junior College for $383,615 Job-Training Grant
Environmental Development Partners LLC have partnered with Wharton County Junior College to provide job training using a $383,615 Skills Development Fund grant from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The grant will benefit workers in the the Workforce Solutions Gulf Coast area.
Root7’s Geo Glass
Oct. 9 is the last day to register for the Nov. 6 election
Root7’s Geo Glass takes inspiration from modern terrariums with a unique angular shape, emphasized by beautiful metallic styled edges. The thick hand blown glass gives it a weighty and sturdy feel while the lip has been crafted to provide a satisfying drinking experience.
Council Member Dave Martin Hosts Kingwood/Lake Houston Area Town Hall Meeting
City Council Member Dave Martin will host a town hall meeting, Tuesday, October 9 at 6:30 p.m., at the Kingwood Community Center, 4102 Rustic Woods, Kingwood, TX 77345. The community is invited to attend and hear from city and community representatives about ongoing projects, issues and community news related to the Kingwood and Lake Houston areas of District E.
New York Times Bestselling Author and Parenting Expert Dr. Tina Payne Bryson to Speak at the DoSeum
The DoSeum proudly announces New York Times bestselling author Dr. Tina Payne Bryson as the keynote speaker and guest at their 9th Annual Outside the Lunchbox Luncheon on Friday, October 12, 2018. Dr. Payne Bryson is a psychotherapist and the Founder/Executive Director of The Center for Connection in Pasadena, California, where she offers parenting consultations and provides therapy to children and adolescents.
NFL and American Cancer Society Continue Decade-Long Fight Against Cancer with Crucial Catch
NFL players including Kirk Cousins, Russell Wilson and Eli Harold talk about cancer's impact on their lives through new social media campaign
Honda Joins with Cruise and General Motors to Build New Autonomous Vehicle
Cruise and General Motors Co. announced that they have joined forces with Honda to pursue the shared goal of transforming mobility through the large-scale deployment of autonomous vehicle technology.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Kicks-Off Breast Cancer Awareness Month By Unveiling Signature Mobile Mammography Coach
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated International President Glenda Glover says the service organization will be a formidable opponent in the fight against breast cancer with the organization's signature mobile mammography unit. President Glover was joined by more than 200 sororitymembers and other dignitaries, including U.S. Congresswoman Shelia Jackson Lee of Texas, for the celebrated unveiling of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Mobile Mammography Coach on the campus of Texas Southern University on Monday. AKA provided free mammograms to uninsured women in addition to scheduled mammograms for insured patients.
Urban Pop Vocalist and Songwriter Bria Lee Debuts New Single "One Shot" Feat. Fat Joe
Today, New York-based urban pop artist Bria Lee returns with her latest single “One Shot” featuring epic rapper Fat Joe out now via Republic Records—listen and share HERE!
Elderly Woman Calls Police On Hispanic Mother Sitting In Car With Her Baby
It seems the craze of being guilty while black of doing anything has spread to the Hispanic community.
Texas Two-Step: Houston Texans Takes On In-State Rival the Dallas Cowboys for Bragging Rights
There are certain things that will let you know you are in the state of Texas. No matter how many times you have seen a person they will still greet you with, “Hey. How are you doing?” Manners is a must growing up in Texas and that’s why we always say, “Sir or Ma’am.” You will always hear stories about how this person’s barbeque is better than that person’s because in Texas barbeque is the state food. But nothing, and I mean absolutely nothing, speaks louder than “FOOTBALL,” in the great State of Texas and this week’s matchup will definitely have the volume past a ten.
Houston Mega Church “Model Preacher” Rips the Runway in New York Fashion Week
Model/preacher Lekesha Barnett steps out of the pulpit onto the runway in her debut at this year’s New York Fashion Week. Known to the 12,000 members of Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church in Houston where she is Minister of Young Adults and Prayer as Reverend Barnett, this up and coming model is breaking stereotypes in more ways than one.
Project Documents African American-Friendly Businesses During Jim Crow Era
In the days before Yelp and the Internet, there was The Negro Motorist Green Book, or Green Book for short.
Houston City Council Bans First U.S. Sex-Robot Brothel
Houston’s City Council on Wednesday officially banned what would have been America’s first sex-robot brothel from opening its doors.
How Black Women Are Affected Differently By Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is perhaps one of the most dangerous diseases because it is often diagnosed at an advanced stage and has metastasized, or spread to other parts of the body very quickly, often without the knowledge of the victim. It is also the fifth leading cause of cancer deaths among women, with more than 22,000 US women facing a potential diagnosis in the next few years, and around 15,000 dying from it.
Obama Backs Gillum and Ocasio-Cortez in New Endorsement Wave
Former President Barack Obama backed a slate of leading progressive Democrats in a second round of national endorsements released on Monday, a little more than five weeks ahead of the midterm elections.
Thursday, October 4
Turning Fear Into Faith: Life After Breast Cancer
Fear and faith are not supposed to coexist. Faith is supposed to conquer all fears. When real life happens faith can waver. Faith can be questioned. Faith can even disappear. Just as easily as faith did all the things above, faith can also comfort. Faith can bring peace. Faith can come back. Shawntell L. McWilliams knows the fear and the faith journey. Six years ago she was forced to face fear and her faith was tested. In the end, her greatest fears were turned into her strongest faith.
The New NAFTA Gets a Few Things Right, and Falls Short Elsewhere
Donald Trump announced a new NAFTA draft treaty -- renamed for showtime as the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Meet the First Black CEO of Chase Consumer Banking -- One of the Most Powerful Women in Banking!
Thasunda Duckett is the first African American to be CEO of JP Morgan & Chase Consumer Banking.
Rep. Waters Lashes Out at ‘False Allegations’
Democratic California Rep. Maxine Waters went on the defensive when pundits and media friendly to President Donald Trump accused one of her staff members of secretly releasing the personal information of three Republican senators.
Wednesday, October 3
Suspected ricin detected in mail sent to Trump, Pentagon
An envelope addressed to President Donald Trump contained a substance suspected to be ricin and appeared to be connected to similar envelopes sent to the Pentagon, a law enforcement source told CNN.
Indonesia earthquake: Torrents of 'liquid soil' washed away buildings
Rivers of soil swept away entire neighborhoods in Indonesia following a powerful earthquake last week that also generated a tsunami in a disaster that has killed at least 1,407 people.
5 things to know for October 3: Trump, Kavanaugh, Indonesia, prison break
Don't be surprised if you get a text message today from President Trump. The first nationwide test of the "presidential alert" system happens midday. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Trump won't be sending 'presidential alert' from his phone, FEMA says
The "presidential alert" headed to Americans' cell phones won't actually be written by President Donald Trump, the Federal Emergency Management Agency said Tuesday.
'Presidential Alert': Trump text slides to October 3
You'll soon be getting a message on your phone from the President of the United States -- whether you are a supporter or not.
Cardi B turns herself in to police, charged with endangerment and assault
Superstar rapper Cardi B turned herself in to New York Police on Monday morning.
Kanye West explains his 13th Amendment comments
Kanye West wants to clarify his controversial comments about the 13th Amendment.
Most dangerous celeb online is...
If you guessed that a Kardashian-Jenner family member would be the most dangerous celebrity to Google, you are wrong.
Burglars hit homes of Rihanna, other celebrities based on social media, police say
For weeks, sophisticated burglars broke into the homes of Hollywood's biggest names and escaped with valuable items, leaving puzzled neighbors wondering who's next.
Trump mocks Christine Blasey Ford's testimony, tells people to 'think of your son'
President Donald Trump for the first time directly mocked Christine Blasey Ford's testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee by casting doubt on her testimony during a campaign rally.
Champions League: Holders Real Madrid stunned by CSKA Moscow
Real Madrid fell victim to the first major shock of this season's Champions League as the three-time defending champion lost 1-0 at CSKA Moscow.
Diego Forlan: Luis Suarez 'spoke to right professionals' to change
Diego Forlan and Luis Suarez formed a formidable forward line for Uruguay for many years. But success didn't come without controversy.
The creation myth of the billionaire businessman Donald Trump just imploded
At the heart of President Donald Trump's success story is this idea: He took a small amount of money -- in the form of a loan from his father, Fred -- and turned it into billions of dollars.
2 additional prosecutors leave Mueller's office
Kyle Freeny and Brandon Van Grack, two prosecutors who worked on Paul Manafort's criminal cases, are ending their tenure working for special counsel Robert Mueller.
FBI interviews in Kavanaugh investigation go beyond initial White House mandate
The FBI is expanding its inquiry into sexual assault allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh beyond the initial four interviews that the White House directed to be conducted.
Tuesday, October 2
H-E-B Holiday Hiring – Nearly 1,000 Opening Across Greater Houston Area
In anticipation of the holidays, H-E-B, one of the nation’s leading independent food retailers and the largest private employer in Texas, is hiring nearly 1,000 people for in-store positions across the greater Houston area. The openings range from hourly to full-time management positions. Eligible employees receive benefits, employee discounts, paid time off, 401K and Partner Stock Plans, scholarship opportunities and more.
GM Delivered Nearly 700,000 Vehicles and Record Average Transaction Prices in the Third Quarter
General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) dealers delivered 694,638 vehicles in the third quarter of 2018 in the United States, with average transaction prices (ATPs) rising about $700 per unit year over year to a new third quarter record of $35,974.
Amazon announces $15 minimum wage for all US employees
Amazon is raising its minimum wage to $15 an hour for all US employees.
Rosa threatens 9 million people with flooding, even in the desert Southwest
Millions of people unaccustomed to heavy rain will get walloped by Tropical Depression Rosa on Tuesday.
Kavanaugh will not teach at Harvard next year
Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh will not be teaching at Harvard Law School in January 2019, the school informed students Monday.
Don't let Trump anywhere near emergency alerts
In theory, there is nothing objectionable about the White House's plan to send a message from President Trump to virtually every cell phone in the country. The message is a test of a warning system -- created under President Barack Obama in 2016 -- designed to alert the public about national emergencies.
David and Tamela Mann, Pam Grier, Rickey Smiley, Elise Neal, Bill Duke, and More Join the October Lineup of the Hit Show "Money Making Conversations," Hosted by Rushion McDonald
Multiple EMMY® winning producer, social media influencer and entrepreneur Rushion McDonald, has kicked off a diverse lineup of powerful conversations for the month of October on his hit radio talk show "Money Making Conversations," hosting entertainers, authors, athletes, entrepreneurs, and more whose self-made career paths have yielded many decades of success.
Monday, October 1
Ramsey Lewis Cancels Upcoming Performances Miller Outdoor Theatre Announces Replacement
“I regret to inform everyone that Ramsey Lewis has unexpectedly cancelled his October 13th performance at Miller Outdoor Theatre. I received notice today that Mr. Lewis has decided to retire from touring effective immediately,” says Cissy Segall Davis, managing director of the Miller Theatre Advisory Board.
'SNL' won't have to strain for material in season premiere
If "Saturday Night Live" is looking for a measure of redemption with its season premiere, at least the NBC show -- which begins its 44th season on Saturday -- won't be hard-pressed to find topical material.
Elon Musk agrees to pay $20 million and quit as Tesla chairman in deal with SEC
Elon Musk agreed Saturday to step down as chairman of Tesla and pay a $20 million fine in a deal to settle charges brought this week by the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Russian GP: Hamilton wins after teammate Bottas ordered to move over
Lewis Hamilton led a Mercedes one-two in the Russian Grand Prix to extend his title lead to 50 points after teammate and pole sitter Valtteri Bottas was ordered to let him pass halfway through Sunday's race in Sochi.
Hurricane Rosa off Mexico could bring rip currents, flooding in US
Hurricane Rosa was spinning toward the Baja Peninsula on Sunday as a Category 1 storm with sustained winds of 85 mph, the National Hurricane Center said.
Willie Nelson sings new song, 'Vote 'Em Out,' at Beto O'Rourke rally
Country music legend Willie Nelson debuted a new election-themed ditty at a Texas rally for Senate candidate Beto O'Rourke on Saturday night, urging those in attendance to "Vote 'Em Out."
Ryder Cup: Europe trounces powerful USA in Paris
They arrived with a swagger. They left humbled, sent packing by Europe's band of brothers. This powerful USA team, featuring a resurgent Tiger Woods, were supposed to retain the Ryder Cup. They were supposed to end the 25-year wait to win in Europe.
Murdoch family made big money off the Disney-Fox deal
The Murdoch family won big for steering the sale of most of 21st Century Fox to Disney.
Keep Pets Safe this Halloween
Halloween isn’t just for humans; four-legged friends have plenty of opportunity to get in on the fun, too. However, it’s important to take some pet precautions that allow the whole family to enjoy the holiday safely, as the costumes and excitement can be overwhelming and some of the candy is even dangerous.
Warren vows 'hard look' at 2020 presidential run after midterms
Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren pledged on Saturday to "take a hard look" at a presidential run in 2020 after the midterm elections are over.
Katie Couric: The news needs more diversity at the top
In her most pointed comments to date about allegations of harassment at CBS, Katie Couric said the reports about the network's toxic, male-centric culture ring true.
Beto Announces “Fight for our Future” Campus Tour Coming to Colleges and Universities Across Texas
Today, U.S. Senate candidate Beto O'Rourke announced the launch of a college and university tour across the state to discuss his vision for the future of Texas with students. The “Fight for our Future” campus tour continues O’Rourke’s commitment to showing up everywhere, for everyone, every single day. His people-powered campaign for the U.S. Senate has already traveled to universities and colleges throughout Texas.
Houston's "Original" MLK, Jr. Parade Teams Up with the City of Houston and Black Heritage Society for its 41st Celebration
Registration is now open for the parade which is officially licensed by the King Center's Intellectual Property Management
Houstonians and visitors to the Bayou City now have the chance to ring in the new year and honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a commemorative parade and community activities. The Houston Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade Foundation, Inc. and Black Heritage Society will host the 41st Annual “Original” MLK, Jr. Birthday Parade on Monday, January 21, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Celebrations will begin in the heart of Downtown Houston at Minute Maid Park (located at the corner of Texas & Crawford).
US yogurt billionaire's solution to immigration: 'Humanity first'
Hamdi Ulukaya, who built yogurt empire Chobani after immigrating to the US in the mid-90s, is challenging Americans to rethink the way they view immigration.
Another political family feud emerges, this time in the Nevada governor's race
Blood is not thicker than politics. That's the message from seven members of Nevada Republican gubernatorial nominee Adam Laxalt's family, who blasted his candidacy at a fundraiser for his Democratic opponent, Steve Sisolak.
FBI spoke with Deborah Ramirez, second Kavanaugh accuser
The FBI spoke with Deborah Ramirez on Sunday in its investigation into Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, a source familiar with the matter has told CNN.
James Comey approves of FBI investigation into Kavanaugh, calls deadline 'idiotic' in New York Times op-ed
Former FBI Director James Comey expressed his approval of the reopening of the bureau's background check into Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, writing in a New York Times op-ed that the assigned deadline is "idiotic."
Indonesia earthquake and tsunami death toll surpasses 830
The death toll on the island of Sulawesi stands at 832 people, but officials expect that number to climb as rescuers on Monday continue to sift through the destruction left by a powerful earthquake and tsunami.
Kellyanne Conway: 'I feel very empathetic' toward sexual assault victims ... 'I'm a victim'
Kellyanne Conway revealed Sunday that she is a victim of a past sexual assault during a discussion about the allegations facing Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh.
'SNL' has Matt Damon play an angry Brett Kavanaugh
"Saturday Night Live" kicked off its season premiere Saturday with a sketch about this week's hearing of US Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. The twist? Kavanaugh was played by Matt Damon.
Gwyneth Paltrow subtly confirms she's married
With a subtle photo, Gwyneth Paltrow revealed she's married. A day after the actress and Goop founder reportedly tied the knot with television producer Brad Falchuk in a star-studded ceremony in the Hamptons, the couple posted a photo of themselves holding hands and wearing matching gold wedding bands.
LeBron James HBO documentary 'Student Athlete' indicts NCAA
LeBron James bypassed college and headed directly to the NBA, where he has earned millions. That makes him an intriguing vehicle to produce "Student Athlete," a stinging rebuke of collegiate athletics and the organizing NCAA, amid his rapid expansion off the court as a producer and performer.
Senate Judiciary Committee refers false Kavanaugh allegation to FBI, DOJ for criminal investigation
The Senate Judiciary Committee has referred an individual who made "materially false statements" alleging misconduct by Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh to the FBI and Justice Department for a criminal investigation.
Kim is playing Trump -- and it could come at great cost
Every week, I offer a glimpse of the kind of intelligence assessments that are likely to come across the desk of the President of the United States. Modeled on the President's Daily Briefing, or PDB, which the director of national intelligence prepares for the President almost daily, my Presidential Weekly Briefing focuses on the topics and issues President Trump needs to know to make informed decisions.
Kanye West goes on a Trump rant from 'SNL' stage as show ends
The credits began to roll on "Saturday Night Live," but musical guest Kanye West still had plenty to say. After performing several songs on the show Saturday, the rapper went on a rant about President Trump as "SNL" went off the air.
13-year-old boy attacked by shark near San Diego in 'serious condition'
A 13-year-old boy who was attacked by a shark early Saturday is in serious condition, downgraded from the critical condition he was in originally, according to a spokesperson from Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego.
FBI interviews Kavanaugh accuser Deborah Ramirez as part of its narrow scope
The FBI investigation into allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh is narrowly focused, top officials said in interviews on Sunday, with sources telling CNN that the White House is controlling the scope of the probe.
Should police use of force be regulated? The answer isn't simple, and that's a problem
Shirley Weber decided something had to be done. The police killing of Stephon Clark in his grandmother's backyard stirred in the California legislator the same anger and "righteous indignation" expressed by protesters after his death in Sacramento in March.
J.J. Watt, defense dig deep in overtime win
As he answered questions at his post-game press conference, J.J. Watt looked exhausted. The Texans had secured a physically and mentally draining 37-34 overtime win in Indianapolis, a hard-fought, first win of the 2018 regular season.
