McCain Criticizes Trump Attacks On Press: 'That's How Dictators Get Started'
In a pre-taped interview for Meet the Press, John McCain defended the free press and criticized Donald Trump for his attacks on the press.
Obama Ranked As 12th Best President By Historians In New C-SPAN Poll
Just weeks after leaving the White House, President Barack Obama ranks as the 12th best U.S. president overall in a new poll of historians conducted by C-SPAN ahead of Presidents Day.
Food Stamps And Sweets: Should They Be Kept Apart?
The food-stamp program is credited with helping 44 million people in America afford groceries, providing what supporters say is a needed benefit for some of the country’s most vulnerable.
Burgess: Large Portions Of Obamacare To Be Replaced Soon
Despite campaign promises, a full repeal of the Affordable Care Act appears unlikely right now without consensus among Republicans on what will replace it. U.S. Rep. Michael C. Burgess, M.D., R-Texas 26th District, said there is enough agreement to change large portions of it.
Actor Shia LaBeouf Brings Anti-Trump Piece To New Mexico
Actor Shia LaBeouf has brought a performance-art piece against President Donald Trump to New Mexico's largest city.
Preventing Cancer In Houston's Food Deserts
Cancer is a killer in African American communities. The death rate is highest among Blacks, according to the American Cancer Society.
Mardi Gras Flash Mob Ends With Marriage Proposal
A young man used Mardi Gras and a dance routine during his marriage proposal in Galveston over the weekend.
Tom Brady's Missing Super Bowl LI Jersey Valued At $500,000
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady’s missing Super Bowl jersey is valued $500,000 and police are investigating its disappearance as a first-degree felony theft, according to a document made public on Tuesday.
Kasich Tentatively Slated To Meet With Trump
A senior administration official said the meeting is still tentative but is likely to be a private sitdown between Kasich, the President and possibly Chief of Staff Reince Priebus. The official described the meeting as long overdue.
White House Denounces Threats To Jewish Centers
The White House on Monday denounced a spate of threats made against Jewish Community Centers around the country.
5 Things To Watch For In A New Travel Ban
- The Trump administration is taking another crack at rewriting its embattled travel ban this week, hoping this one will stand up in court.
These Republicans Didn't Like Trump At First. They Do Now.
In the beginning, they didn't care for Donald Trump.
Uber hires Eric Holder to investigate sexism allegations
Uber is scrambling to repair its image after a former engineer published bombshell allegations of sexism within the company. Now, it has hired one of the nation's most well-known attorneys to investigate the claims.
Surveillance Video of Incident at 8300 Boone Road
Houston police are asking for the public's help in identifying individuals wanted for questioning in the death of a man at 8300 Boone Road about 11:15 p.m. on July 3, 2016.
H-E-B Primo Picks Quest for Texas Best Returns for Fourth Year of Heated Competition
Grocer issues statewide call for entries February 22 – April 5
Celebrating local foods and all things Texas, H-E-B is searching for the most creative and mouthwatering, Texas-based food and beverage entrepreneurs or small businesses to participate in the 2017 H-E-B Primo Picks Quest for Texas Best competition.
Home Is Where the Music Is
Locals open homes to classical musicians during annual YTA competition Thursday, March 9 - Saturday, March 11
After applicants celebrate hearing the good news that they have been selected to compete in the Young Texas Artists Music Competition, they have another important task finding a place to stay.
Beyoncé Carries MCM in New Orleans for President's Day
Beyoncé spotted celebrating President’s Day in New Orleans on Monday, 2/20 carrying her MCM Worldwide Berlin Crossbody. The style is available on www.MCMWorldwide.com and retails for $1,495.
J. Cole To Hit The Road For The "4 Your Eyez Only" Tour On June 1st
Tickets On Sale This Friday at www.Ticketmaster.com
Multi-platinum-selling artist J. Cole announces today that he will hit the road for a 57-city world tour. The "4 Your Eyez Only" Tour kicks off in South Carolina with a run of thirteen small, intimate shows before going into Live Nation arenas in North America and the U.K., along with a mix of arena and theater dates in Europe, Australia and New Zealand.
Mary J. Blige Announces Star-Studded Night Of All-Female Performers At 2017 ESSENCE Festival
The queen of Hip-Hop Soul is bringing the first-ever "ladies only" night to the ESSENCE Fest stages!
ESSENCE Festival is no stranger to bringing you musical experiences unlike any other and this year, we’re raising the bar even higher.
5 Things for Tuesday, February 21, 2017: H.R. McMaster, Travel Ban, Milo Yiannopoulos
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