A dream trip for a US tourist became a nightmare abduction but ended with her rescue
It was Kimberly Sue Endicott's dream to go on an excursion to see gorillas in their natural habitat.
Trump is removing US Secret Service director
United States Secret Service director Randolph "Tex" Alles is being removed from his position, multiple administration officials tell CNN.
Trump pushed to close El Paso border, told admin officials to resume family separations and agents not to admit migrants
President Donald Trump has been pushing to reinstate broader family separation policies and sought to close the US-Mexico border at El Paso, Texas, as his conflict with Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen reached a boiling point.
Julian Castro Unveils Immigration Plan That Rolls Back Trump, Bush-era Laws
Presidential hopeful Julian Castro unveiled an extensive immigration plan Tuesday that would roll back a series of laws implemented under Presidents George W. Bush and Donald Trump.
African-Americans More Likely to Be Misdiagnosed with Schizophrenia
African-Americans with severe depression are more likely to be misdiagnosed as having schizophrenia, according to a new Rutgers study.
Is Breast Cancer everybody's business?
My fight against breast cancer began in 1986 when my sister, Mabel was airlifted to a London hospital for an expensive surgery that could not save her dear life–she died of metastatic breast cancer.
New Multi-Million Dollar Ride to Open in 2019 at Schlitterbahn Galveston Island
Schlitterbahn Galveston Island is adding a new multi-million dollar set of slides that are more than the first of its kind – they are out of this world. Infinity Racers, which will open in June of 2019, is a pair of space-themed, racing head-first mat slides.
“Sisters” by Jeanette Winter
You caught it! The ball was thrown very high – so high that you lost it in the sky for a minute – and you weren’t sure how you’d do it, but your hands were out and you caught it. Just. Like. That. Some balls are meant to be thrown or batted, while some are meant to bounce. In the new book “Sisters” by Jeanette Winter, you’ll learn about two girls who don’t just hit a ball, they smash it.
How to Prep Financially When Changing Jobs
The average American will hold 11.7 jobs between the ages of 18 and 48, according to The Bureau of Labor Statistics. If a job change is on your horizon, remember that a new salary and benefits package bring new financial considerations.
Pageant World Is More Than What’s Seen at Miss Ultimate Beauty of America
Misconceptions of beauty pageants are plentiful. Lots of beautiful women standing at a perfect angle with bountiful curls, precisely applied make-up, wearing the most intricate of materials awaiting the perfect score from someone who knows absolutely nothing about who they really are.
New Houston Based Internet Show Takes to the Airwaves
Marcus Davis is adding to his resume with the career of talk show host. The political savvy Houston native is known for his political views just as much as he is known for his well fish and grits and fish and grits.
Texas Southern University Photographer Selected as a Texas State Artist
Longtime Texas Southern University Photographer Earlie Hudnall, Jr. was selected by the Texas State Legislature as one of the Texas State Artists for 2020 in the two-dimensional category.
Macy’s Invests in New Beauty Tech
Macy's is doubling down on the beauty business this year. On a recent earnings call with analysts, the retailer's executives noted that the brand will be investing more in the category this year.
7 Unsuspecting Daily Habits That Could Lead to Kidney Failure
Our kidneys are one of our hardest working organs and often have to endure tough conditions to keep our system clean. Sometimes, we can unknowingly make it doubly challenging to rid our bodies of toxins. Here are a few common habits that you might not realize are putting pressure on your kidneys.
California congresswoman will honor slain rapper Nipsey Hussle on House floor
California Rep. Karen Bass plans to honor slain rapper Nipsey Hussle's "contributions to South Los Angeles" on the House floor next week.
Rev. William A. Lawson Immortalized in New Interfaith Ministries’ Plaza
Archbishop Joseph Fiorenza, Rabbi Samuel Karff and Reverend William A. Lawson have become to be known as Houston’s very own “wise men” according to Martin B. Cominsky, CEO of Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston.
McDonald's Makes Black Millennial Consumers Top Priority
The media plan for "Black & Positively Golden," which includes a bigger Instagram presence and messaging centered around empowerment and entrepreneurship, could help McDonald's capitalize on the opportunity.
Warm Up with Sweet and Savory Comfort Food
If chocolate for dinner sounds too good to be true, it’s because chocolate is usually associated with decadent desserts. However, it can also take comfort food to a whole new level when paired with savory ingredients like red meat.
The Unsung Hero: Eric Gordon Is An Intricate Part of the Rockets Success This Season
With less than a week left in the 2018-19 NBA season, the Houston Rockets are looking to secure the number three seed in the Western Conference playoffs. If the cards fall right they may even be able to move up behind the Golden State Warriors for the number two spot if the Denver Nuggets have a couple of setbacks and Houston wins out. The Rockets needs to stay in that spot to avoid an early matchup with the 2018 NBA Finals champs Golden State Warriors.
Bravo Announces New San Antonio Reality Series ‘Texicanas’
At last there is a name and premiere date for Bravo’s upcoming reality TV show set in San Antonio. Raise your margaritas to “Texicanas,” the new docuseries that kicks off at 9 p.m. May 7.
