Oklahoma Legislator's Questionnaire Asks Muslims: 'Do you beat your wife?'
Three Muslim students who wanted to talk with an Oklahoma state legislator about Islam were told to fill out a questionnaire first, said a state leader of the Council on American-Islamic Relations.
FBI Asked Justice Department to Refute Trump's Wiretapping Claim
The FBI asked the Justice Department on Saturday to refute President Donald Trump's assertion that President Barack Obama ordered the wiretapping of Trump's phones last year, two sources with knowledge of the situation told CNN.
Russia Mystery Threatens to Consume Washington
The mystery over Donald Trump and Russia is taking a corrosive hold on his presidency, sowing accusations and hysteria that threaten to overwhelm his White House and drain his personal credibility.
Atlanta Mayor: Trump's Talk is Energizing Crimes Against Minorities
President Donald Trump's divisive language has contributed to the recent instances of crimes target
5 Things for Monday, March 6: Wiretap, Marines, North Korea
Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
“Spy on History: Mary Bowser and the Civil War Spy Ring” by Enigma Alberti & Tony Cliff
You’ve seen a lot of things you weren’t supposed to see. Some might call you “snoopy.” Others might say you’re “nosy,” but you understand that keeping your eyes open, finding information, and knowing what you’re not supposed to know can sometimes be a good thing. And in the new book “Spy on History: Mary Bowser and the Civil War Spy Ring” by Enigma Alberti & Tony Cliff, sleuthing and snooping can change history.
Mahershali Ali: How the Oakland Native Went From Ball Player to Rapper to Academy Award Winner
Long before Oakland, California saw one of its big- gest sons rise on the national stage at the Academy Awards last Sunday, he had spent the previous week tending to his wife.
Spring Break, Fiesta, San Antonio & The Hotel Contessa
Spring Break fever has been in full effect for weeks now due to the warm weather we’ve been experiencing. While thoughts of tropical islands and pristine beaches may fill our daydreaming minds, let’s face it, sometimes the budget isn’t quite there to experience. But, you don’t have to entirely forgo your well-deserved vacation when the beautiful neighboring city of San Antonio is just a short drive away.
Mexicans Form Human Chain in Protest of Trump’s Border Wall
Thousands of Mexicans gathered at the U.S./Mexico border in Ciudad Juarez/El Paso this past weekend, linking arms to create a human chain almost a mile long in protest of President Trump’s border wall plans.
Actor DeRon Horton Talks His Acting Stardom And Leading Role In New Netflix Series: “Dear White People”
Houston native DeRon Horton is seeing a solid start to his acting career with a leading role in the upcoming Netflix series “Dear White People.” Raised in Saudi Arabia, the 24-year-old actor has had a unique life of building characteristics that continue to mold his career.
You Don’t Have the Answers
In life, questions constantly swirl our minds. Some we can answer but let’s face it most questions we really can’t answer. Who do we turn to when we have more questions than answers? Some look to a higher authority like parents, mentors, trusted confidants, and those with expertise. What if all those people were all gathered in one place just for you to give you the answers for which you search? The annual Answer Conference is that event that brings those with the knowledge and experience to answer life’s burning questions.
Supreme Court to Hear Case of Sergio Hernandez
The Supreme Court will hear the case involving the shooting death of 15-year old Sergio Hernandez by U.S. border patrol agent Jesus Mesa in 2010. Hernandez was on the Mexican side of the border when he was killed. The Hernandez family sued Mesa for damages and the Supreme Court will decide if foreigners can sue for damages under the U.S. Constitution.
Pflugerville Pens Deal with Typhoon Texas to Open Water Park
After weeks of negotiation, a deal has been struck between the Pflugerville City Council, the city’s economic development arm and Typhoon Texas to have the company operate the water park previously run by Hawaiian Falls.
JC Penney Set to Close 140 Stores
JCPenney plans to shutter as many as 140 stores in the coming months, the latest traditional retailer to announce closings.
Harry Belafonte: A Voice of Social Injustice
It’s become popular to be an activist in 2017. In a matter of seconds an injustice can become a hashtag and with one tweet you can become the voice of a generation. Now imagine being the voice of social injustice when it wasn’t popular?
Bosscat Kitchen & Libations is Open for Business
Bosscat Kitchen & Libations – the hotly anticipated whiskey bar with American comfort food from Newport Beach, Calif. – opened this month.
First Latina in Space Ellen Ochoa to Be Inducted into the Astronaut Hall of Fame
The first-ever Latina in space will be inducted into the Astronaut Hall of Fame in May. The mexicana joined NASA as a research engineer at Ames Research Center in 1988
Turner, Cormier and Peavy Lend Voice History Makers Project
We know the history that Sylvester Turner, Rufus Cormier, and John W. Peavy Jr. have made in our area and beyond.
‘Dancing with the Star’ Cast Includes Local Native Olympic Gold Medalist Simone Biles
A familiar face to Houstonians joins this year’s cast of Dancing with the Stars. Olympic Gold Medalist Simone Biles will join The A-Team star Mr. T, The Bachelor Nick Viall, Glee's Heather Morris and Saturday Night Live alum Chris Kattan.
Google Pledges $11.5M to Organizations that Fight Racial Bias in Criminal Justice System
Google is handing out $11.5 million in grants to organizations combating racial disparities in the criminal justice system, double what it has given so far. And, in keeping with a company built on information, the latest wave of grants target organizations that crunch data to pinpoint problems and propose solutions. In addition to the grant of $5 million, Google engineers will put their time and skills to work on improving the center’s national database.
