Rose Bowl statue will honor '99 women's soccer team 20 years after legendary World Cup win
It's been 20 years since Brandi Chastain scored the left-footed penalty kick at Pasadena's Rose Bowl Stadium to win the 1999 Women's World Cup for the United States.
Dad builds a real 'Field of Dreams' for his 5-year-old son
Is this heaven? No, it's ... Ohio.
Why you should be skeptical of Tom Steyer 2020
Businessman and activist Tom Steyer has entered 2020 presidential race, after originally saying he wouldn't run.
High school students offer a silent ovation while a classmate with autism receives his diploma
At his high school graduation, Jack Higgins approached the stage to receive his diploma with his fingers in his ears to block what he thought would be applause and cheers.
Kristin Davis tears up recalling racism directed at her black baby
Kristin Davis is the proud mother of two black children, but she knows that she can never fully understand what they most go through in this world.
Ross Perot, billionaire tycoon and 2-time presidential candidate, dies at 89
Ross Perot, the billionaire tycoon who mounted two unsuccessful third-party presidential campaigns in the 1990s, died Tuesday, family spokesman James Fuller confirmed to CNN. He was 89.
Ross Perot, who lost an election and transformed the world
Sometimes the losers in presidential politics still have an immense impact on the way that we conduct our democracy.
Serena Williams reaches Wimbledon semifinals
Serena Williams reached her 12th Wimbledon semifinal with a gritty three-set victory against fellow American Alison Riske on Centre Court Tuesday.
Alex Acosta defends handling of 2008 Epstein plea deal
Labor Secretary Alex Acosta, who as US Attorney in Miami oversaw a 2008 plea deal with Jeffrey Epstein, defended on Tuesday his handling of the case when Acosta was US attorney and tweeted he is pleased "prosecutors are moving forward."
Who is Amy McGrath, the Kentucky Democrat challenging Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell?
Amy McGrath, the former fighter pilot who narrowly lost a bid for Congress last year, on Tuesday launched her campaign to unseat Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell.
Top Democrats in Congress call on labor secretary to resign over handling of Epstein deal
Top congressional Democrats are calling for Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta to resign over his handling more than a decade ago of a plea deal for multi-millionaire Jeffrey Epstein amid a debate on Capitol Hill over whether Congress should investigate the agreement.
Contentious hearing expected as Virginia lawmakers debate gun restrictions
Virginia lawmakers returned to the state capitol Tuesday for a potentially contentious special legislative session that Gov. Ralph Northam wants focused on legislation to prevent gun violence.
Uber expands 'no talking' rides and launches helicopter service
Uber is turning down the volume — and looking to the sky — in its latest round of new services.
Story at Macy's Launches the Next Chapter in Two Houston-Area Stores
Outdoor STORY brings the outdoors indoors in partnership with DICK’S Sporting Goods and Miracle-Gro®
STORY at Macy’s, the always changing “store to explore” within 36 Macy’s locations nationwide, including Macy’s Houston Galleria and Macy’s Memorial City in Houston, unveils its second experiential concept: Outdoor STORY.
Disney's The Lion King Cast Photo Revealed
Disney’s “The Lion King,” directed by Jon Favreau, journeys to the African savanna where a future king is born. Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny.
Six Pack: SIX PACK Major League Baseball select six Astros players to participate in the 2019 MLB All-Star Game
Well, here we are again. In the exact same spot as two years ago. Yes, I know our physical anatomy has changed a little bit. Ok. For me, it has a lot because I love Shipley’s donuts and Whataburger. Hey, I am from Houston and those two establishments fed me through my upbringing. I digress.
Passing the Torch
I can imagine that whenever the name of 15-year old tennis phenom Cori ‘Coco’ Gauff is brought up that a certain young lady in the city of Houston face lights up with excitement. It’s as if she is looking at a direct reflection of herself on television. Before Venus and Serena Williams was ripping through the WTA (Women’s Tennis Association) at a rapid pace, there was another African American young lady who paved the way for them as well.
Linocut Show and Tell with Artist Kelly Moran
Event date and time: Saturday, July 20, 5-6:30pm
MYSTIC LYON is excited to host a Show and Tell by artist Kelly Moran on July 20 from 5-6:30pm. The artist will discuss the process for creating her work currently on view at Mystic Lyon as a part of PrintMatters' PrintHouston 2019. The event will include a linocut demonstration and its printing without a press.
FEMA grants $10.7 million to Harris County for Criminal Justice Center
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded more than $10.7 million to Harris County for repairs, mitigation and remediation to the Harris County Criminal Justice Center following Hurricane Harvey.
The 34th Annual Miss Black USA™ Pageant Slated To Take Place In Washington, DC
This year's pageant has gained participation from the nations leaders in entertainment, business, news and more.
On Sunday, August 11, The Miss Black USA™organization will host its 34th annual Pageant featuring who’s who of young Black women today. Defying negative stereotypes, approximately eighty-percent of this year’s contestants are in graduate or professional school. Three of the contestants are practicing attorneys including the California representative Sydney Colbert, Louisiana representative Yasha Latrice, and the Ohio representative Allison Smith.
