Texas Takes a Bold Step Forward: Medical Cannabis Legalized as the 40th State Joins the Movement
In a defining moment for the Lone Star State, Texas has finally stepped into the future of compassionate care. On a historic Saturday, Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 46 (HB 46) into law, making Texas the 40th state in the nation—and the largest in the South—to legalize medical cannabis. For countless Texans, this move is more than a policy shift; it’s a sigh of long-overdue relief.
After plowing his car into a crowd outside an LA nightclub, the driver was beaten and shot by bystanders, police say
A lively night outside a bustling East Hollywood nightclub took a dangerous turn early Saturday when a car barreled through a crowded sidewalk, injuring at least 36 people, authorities say.
Ford recalls more than 694,000 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs
Ford has issued a recall for more than 694,000 Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles due to a fire hazard. The compact SUVs are being recalled because a fuel injector may crack and leak and potentially cause a fire, according to the recall notice.
Visiting the US will soon require a $250 ‘visa integrity fee’
The United States will require international visitors to pay a new “visa integrity fee” of at least $250, added to existing visa application costs, according to a provision in the Trump administration’s recently enacted domestic policy bill
Starbucks reveals when it is bringing back the Pumpkin Spice Latte
Millions of people might be coping with extreme heat, but Starbucks is already getting ready for chilly fall temperatures with its most anticipated annual menu announcement. It could use the boost.
Empowering Resilience: Carrie’s TOUCH and UCLA’s Dr. Annette L. Stanton Launch Transformative Phase of Project SOAR to Champion Black Women Battling Breast Cancer
In a powerful stride toward health equity, Carrie’s TOUCH, led by Rev. Dr. Tammie Denyse, and Dr. Annette L. Stanton, Distinguished Professor of Psychology at UCLA, are advancing the next phase of Project SOAR (Speaking Our African American Realities)—a revolutionary research initiative dedicated to reshaping the narrative of breast cancer among Black women.
Sound, Soul & Showmanship: The 2025 PEPSI® National Battle of the Bands Prepares to Rock Houston Once Again
When tradition marches in with the thunder of drums and a blaze of brass, Houston listens. And on August 23, 2025, the Bayou City is about to listen, watch, and celebrate like never before. The 2025 PEPSI® National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) is set to electrify NRG Stadium once again, bringing a cultural crescendo of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), their legendary marching bands, and a movement that pulses with history, pride, and rhythm. With a press conference that set the tone at NRG Stadium, Webber Marketing, alongside the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority and Lone Star Sports & Entertainment, laid down the gauntlet: This isn’t just an event—it’s a national stage for excellence, unity, and the rich musical heritage of Black America.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, actor who starred as Theo in ‘The Cosby Show,’ dead at 54
Malcolm-Jamal Warner, an actor and artist who rose to fame as a child as Theodore Huxtable on “The Cosby Show,” has died, according to a source close to the actor.
Houston Community College Unveils Game-Changing LVN to ADN Program: Bridging Grit to Greatness in Nursing
In the heart of the Texas Medical Center, where innovation pulses and healing hands shape the future, Houston Community College (HCC) is making a bold and much-needed move. This fall, HCC’s Coleman College for Health Sciences will officially launch its brand-new LVN to ADN transition program, opening the doors of opportunity to licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) ready to take their calling to the next level.
New Waverly Manor Reopens with Timeless Elegance and Modern Luxury, Redefining Southeast Texas Event Experiences
In a stunning comeback that marries Southern charm with European opulence, the beloved Waverly Manor has officially reemerged as the New Waverly Manor—a premier luxury destination poised to elevate weddings, galas, and private events across Southeast Texas. Nestled on 53 serene acres just an hour north of Houston, the estate is unveiling its grand reopening this month following a dramatic and thoughtful transformation that promises to enchant every guest.
Inside CBS’ ‘agonizing decision’ to cancel Colbert’s top-rated late-night show
From the outside, the idea made no sense at all. Why would a broadcast network cancel one of its best-known shows that ranks number one in its time slot?
With her ‘Cowboy Carter’ tour, Beyoncé is all red, white and blue. Not everyone is a fan
In the midst of a record-breaking tour in support of her landmark country album “Cowboy Carter,” Beyoncé is on top of the world.
Prairie View A&M University Welcomes Dr. Mathew Knowles as Inaugural Presidential Executive-in-Residence
Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU), one of the nation’s premier historically Black colleges and universities, is charting a bold course for student success and institutional innovation with the launch of its groundbreaking Presidential Executive-in-Residence Program. At the helm of this visionary initiative is none other than Dr. Mathew Knowles, the powerhouse entrepreneur, branding pioneer, and cultural trailblazer behind the global success of Beyoncé, Destiny’s Child, and Solange.
Louisiana police chiefs among those arrested and accused in a bribery scheme to help foreign nationals get visas
A group of current or former Louisiana police chiefs and the operator of a Subway sandwich shop are accused of colluding in a decade-long scheme to falsify police reports to help foreign nationals get visas meant for crime victims or witnesses.
Pro Football Hall of Famer and podcast star Shannon Sharpe settles sexual assault and battery lawsuit
Former NFL star Shannon Sharpe has reached a settlement with the anonymous woman who filed a lawsuit against the famed tight end, accusing him of multiple instances of assault, sexual assault, battery and sexual battery, according to a statement from the accuser’s attorney on Friday.
Digging through sand, mud, debris and silt. Why the search for the missing in Texas may take months
Sixty miles of river. Murky waters, thick mud and seemingly insurmountable piles of debris. Painstaking recovery efforts are still underway for around 100 people missing following the devastating July Fourth flooding along the Guadalupe River in central Texas.
Coldplay’s Chris Martin never said it was easy. Just ask the two people he blasted into an internet mess
“Tell me your secrets and ask me your questions,” Chris Martin sings in the Coldplay song, “The Scientist.”
Inside CBS’ ‘agonizing decision’ to cancel Colbert’s top-rated late-night show
From the outside, the idea made no sense at all. Why would a broadcast network cancel one of its best-known shows that ranks number one in its time slot?
Rescue pups from Texas flood zone arrive in Chicago to find new homes
More than two dozen dogs and puppies rescued from the deadly Texas flood zone are ready for forever homes after being flown to a Chicago shelter.
Denise Richards granted temporary restraining order against estranged husband Aaron Phypers
Denise Richards has accused her estranged husband Aaron Phypers of “repeatedly” physically abusing her throughout their marriage, according to court documents.
