A decade after Mike Brown’s death, his family still calls for justice as progress toward ending police killings remains slow
When Michael Brown was shot and killed by a Missouri police officer on August 9, 2014, officers left the 18-year-old’s body lying in the street under the hot August sun for four and a half hours.
Longest-serving Caddo inmate gets his day in court and is convicted
The longest-serving inmate at Caddo Correctional Center was convicted Thursday of attacking a jail nurse who had arrived to give him his medication.
Olympic moment of the day: Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone defends 400m hurdles title, smashes world record and makes history
Team USA superstar and defending 400m hurdles champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone put on a spectacular show at the Stade de France to retain her gold medal.
American sprinter Noah Lyles says he tested positive for Covid-19, ran 200-meter race anyway
American sprinter Noah Lyles has confirmed that he tested positive for Covid-19 earlier this week and ran in Thursday night’s 200-meter race anyway.
Team USA comes back from 17-point deficit to survive Serbia, advances to the gold medal game
Team USA on Thursday had to produce a breathtaking comeback to defeat Serbia 95-91 and advance to the men’s basketball gold medal game.
No, Taylor Swift did not endorse Kamala Harris in a photo
Taylor Swift’s supporters are keenly adept at reading into the singer’s lyrics and social media posts. And Swift is keenly masterful at providing what are known as “Easter eggs” for her fans, laying secret clues and hidden messages for her followers to dissect and discuss.
Rapper Nelly arrested in St. Louis for previous traffic charge, accused of illegal drug possession
Rapper Nelly was arrested early Wednesday morning at a St. Louis casino relating to an active warrant for a previous years-old traffic charge, according to Missouri State Highway Patrol.
Trump and Harris agree to debate on ABC on September 10, network says
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are set to debate on ABC on September 10 after the former president said Thursday he had agreed to the faceoff, along with two others next month.
Travis Scott arrested in Paris after hotel fight with his bodyguard, authorities say
American rapper Travis Scott was arrested in Paris early Friday morning after getting into a fight with his bodyguard, authorities in the French capital said.
Houston Rallies for the Nation’s Largest Single-Day Heat Mapping Campaign
Get ready, Houston! On Saturday, August 10, 2024, the Bayou City will take center stage in the fight against extreme urban heat as the nation’s largest single-day heat mapping campaign kicks off right here in our own backyard. In a city where summer temperatures are often brutal, this initiative aims to shine a light—quite literally—on the area’s most vulnerable to the searing heat.
Prairie View A&M University Celebrates Outstanding Graduates at 113th Summer Commencement
Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) is proud to announce its 113th Summer Commencement Convocation, set to take place on **August 10, 2024**. This year, the ceremony will honor 273 graduates from eight colleges, celebrating their hard work and achievements. Following this event, the university's total alumni count will surpass 83,825, further enriching the legacy of the “Proud and Productive Panthers.”
Hobby Center for the Performing Arts Celebrates Houston Theater Week 2024
The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts is thrilled to announce its participation in the highly anticipated **Houston Theater Week 2024**, running from **August 12-18, 2024**. This exciting annual event, now in its third year, offers exclusive deals and discounts on a range of performances for the 2024-25 season, highlighting the vibrant arts community in Houston.
Higher Dimension Church Hosts Free Home Buying Seminars: Empowering Families in Houston and Katy
Higher Dimension Church (HDC) is excited to announce a series of free Home Buying Seminars aimed at empowering families with the essential knowledge and resources needed for successful homeownership. As part of the church's Month of Family Giveback, these seminars will take place on **Sunday, August 11, 2024, at 11:30 AM** in Katy and **Sunday, August 25, 2024, at 10:15 AM** in Houston, in collaboration with Liberty Bank.
Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Matagorda and Montgomery Counties on August 9 to Aid Texans Affected by Hurricane Beryl
In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is stepping up to provide crucial support for Texans in need. On August 9, FEMA will open Disaster Recovery Centers in Matagorda and Montgomery Counties to offer personalized assistance to those affected by the devastating hurricane.
Biden-Harris Administration Bolsters Support for Homeless Veterans with $20 Million Grant
In a significant move to combat veteran homelessness, the Biden-Harris Administration has unveiled a $20 million funding boost to the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program. This pivotal initiative aims to provide housing assistance to veterans and their families, with a strong focus on Texas, where $1,113,877 has been allocated to 18 housing authorities.
Harris secures support from union leaders. But workers are still weighing their options.
Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are rallying voters across the Midwest this week, looking to build on support from key union leaders as they promote a message of pro-labor policies that they say benefit the middle class.
Potential 'retaliatory' attacks at DNC a concern following Trump assassination attempt, federal assessment says
US security officials are on alert for possible retaliatory attacks against Democrats following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, according to a new intelligence report obtained by CNN.
Simone Biles tells CNN competing in Paris ‘meant the world’ after struggles in Tokyo
Simone Biles put on a show at the Paris Olympics and walked away with another three gold medals and a silver to add to her extraordinary collection.
The Noah Lyles-NBA players beef explained
Noah Lyles is a charismatic, boisterous athlete who is not afraid to say what’s on his mind in his effort to push track and field’s profile higher in the sporting world. Last year, however, that put him at odds with some of the most high-profile basketball players in the NBA.
‘I want to encourage other women’: US star Raven Saunders wears mask and sunglasses in shot put semifinals
Raven Saunders has never been shy about standing out and that’s exactly what they did in Thursday’s shot put semifinals.
