Summer Learning Activities for Kids
Summer may be a break from formal education, but keeping kids excited about learning can be an easy way to keep them active and engaged instead of zoned out on screen time.
Lupe Valdez Victorious Over Andrew White in Texas Primary Runoff
Hispanic female ex-sheriff Lupe Valdez has won the Democratic The Associated Press declared Valdez the winner over Democratic runoff to opponent Andrew White. While Lupe Valdez's victory on Tuesday breaks barriers, the 70-year-old former Dallas County sheriff faces long odds of ousting Republican Gov. Greg Abbott in November.
Women accuse Morgan Freeman of inappropriate behavior, harassment
A young production assistant thought she had landed the job of her dreams when, in the summer of 2015, she started work on "Going In Style," a bank heist comedy starring Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine and Alan Arkin.
Harvey Weinstein is charged with rape and sex abuse in cases involving 2 women
Harvey Weinstein was arraigned Friday on charges of first- and third-degree rape and committing a criminal sexual act in the first degree, seven months after women began to come forward with stories alleging sexual misconduct by the famed Hollywood producer.
Coming Attraction: Houston Texans Hold 2018 OTA’s
One thing I love about going to the movies is the previews of new films before the main attraction. They show you a small clip of a finished movie that is due for release in a couple of months. That short 30 seconds to a minute showing gets you all excited for what’s to come.
Texas Man Shielding Sun for Elderly Woman Sparks Several Acts of Kindness
For the past month or so, Louis Jordan, 35, has been going to pick up his mother almost every afternoon at her job in downtown Houston at the city's Solid Waste Management department after working a full day himself at UPS. As he waits for his mother, Vernette Botts, Jordan also began noticing an elderly woman, "Miss Michelle," waiting for the METRO Lift, a free paratransit service, to pick her up and take her home.
Progressive Women Score Big Wins in Southern Primaries
(Progressive women dominated a slate of Democratic primaries Tuesday, winning races in Kentucky and Texas and giving Georgia the first black woman to ever be nominated for governor by a major political party.
Activist and Attorney Both Allege a Texas Trooper Raped a Black Woman
A Black woman is accusing a Texas state trooper of sexually assaulting her, inciting both outrage and a call for justice from social activist Shaun King, reports Heavy. Sherita Dixon-Cole’s story went viral after King, who writes for The Intercept, shared the story on his social media platforms.
To Fulfil Dr. King's Vision, We Must Lift Up the Poor
Dr. Martin Luther King's final mission was to build and launch a Poor People's Campaign across lines of race, religion and region. He called for a "revolution of values" to address the "triplets of evil" -- militarism, racism and economic injustice. People should not die from poverty in the richest nation in the world, he argued. It was time to speak out; silence was a betrayal.
Summer Travel Like a Pro
Basking in the rays of the sun on the white sandy beach overlooking the clear blue water. Relaxing under a blanket of stars scattered in the midnight sky. Letting your cares rollaway while lounging in a hammock on a lazy afternoon. Making memories to last a lifetime while enjoying the company of family and friends.
24-Year Old Black Student Graduates With Two Degrees From Two Different Colleges… on the Same Day!
Darrell Landon Kelly, a 24-year old African American from Cincinnati, Ohio, has proven his #BlackExcellence after graduating with two advanced degrees — one Master’s degree and another law degree — on the same day but from two different colleges.
Where will Prince Harry and Meghan spend their honeymoon?
So now they're married, where will Prince Harry and his new bride Meghan be going on their honeymoon?
Kentucky's 2018 primary was one for the history books
For the first time in Louisville history, a woman will be on the ballot in November for mayor. Angela Leet is the first female nominee for mayor in Louisville's history.
A judge sides with parents and rules their 30-year-old son must move out
A 30-year-old man didn't get the message that it was time to move out of his parents' home, even after they left him five notices and an offer of cash to help find new digs.
Dare to bare: 15 of the world's best nude beaches
Although still taboo in many places, casting aside your clothes at the shore has become a customary practice around the world in recent times.
Meet Big Jake and Thumbelina: The tallest and smallest horse in the world
Horses come in all shapes, colors and sizes. From the Falabella miniature horse, to the tall British Shire. And just like horses that hold records for being the fastest, there's also a record set for the tallest and the shortest horse.
Jessica Walter tearfully talks Jeffrey Tambor harassing her
Jessica Walter has forgiven Jeffrey Tambor for what she says was verbal harassment by her "Arrested Development" costar. In an interview with the New York Times published Wednesday, Walter talked about what happened with Tambor.
TV station, detective turn the tables on fake IRS caller
Have you ever had someone call you and say they’re from the IRS and you owe them money? Then comes a threat that says if you don’t wire the cash, you’ll be arrested.
5 things for May 24: Justice Dept., Ireland abortion vote, ebola, NFL anthem protests
Uber posted a rare profit in the first quarter of the year, but it might be the last one for a while. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Study Finds Distracted Behavior & High Regional Accident Rate Impact Safety
An external review of METRORail called the system "fundamentally safe" and praised the agency for its many initiatives. It also suggested the leading causes of light rail accidents are distracted behaviors and the high rate of crashes throughout the region. The Houston/ Harris County area has one of the highest accident and vehicular incident rates in the country.
