A new recall of injected penicillin may put gains against syphilis in peril
Drugmaker Pfizer is warning doctors that it expects to run low on supplies of Bicillin L-A, a long-acting injection of the antibiotic penicillin, the preferred option for treating syphilis during pregnancy.
Trump to sign legislation cracking down on illicit fentanyl
President Donald Trump will host congressional leaders and families affected by the fentanyl epidemic on Wednesday for a signing ceremony on bipartisan legislation that would strengthen prison sentences for fentanyl traffickers, White House officials tell CNN.
RFK Jr. fires top aides in HHS shakeup
US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has fired two of his top aides in an abrupt shakeup of the leadership at the nation’s sprawling health department, two people familiar with the matter told CNN.
Here’s why you might be spending more on health care next year
Battered by multiple years of high health care costs, employers are planning to shift more of the expense to workers in 2026, a new survey released Wednesday found. Just over half of employers are planning to adjust their health insurance offerings to increase staffers’ share of the cost, such as instituting higher deductibles or annual out-of-pocket maximums, according to Mercer’s Survey on Health and Benefit Strategies for 2026.
A New Chapter for the Black Press: Dr. John Warren Elected Chairman of NNPA
In a historic stride that bridges decades of journalistic legacy with bold forward-thinking leadership, Dr. John E. Warren, publisher of the San Diego Voice & Viewpoint, has been elected Chairman of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA). At the 2025 NNPA Annual Convention held in Savannah, Georgia, Warren became only the third West Coast leader in the 85-year history of the organization—ushering in a visionary new era for more than 230 Black-owned newspapers and media companies across the United States.
How to Preserve Wine This Summer: 10 Signature Tips from Signature Sipz Winery in Katy, TX
How are you preserving your wine? Signature Sipz Winery has a few tidbits to keep your bottles tasty.
The Power of Progress: The 2025 State of Hispanics – Data Summit & Business Expo Shines Bright in Houston
In a city as dynamic and diverse as Houston, data isn’t just about numbers—it’s about people, progress, and power. On Thursday, August 21, 2025, the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will once again shine a spotlight on one of the region’s most powerful and fastest-growing demographics during its landmark event: The State of Hispanics – Data Summit & Business Expo. Set against the skyline of innovation at Thomson Houston, this highly anticipated summit will gather over 400 distinguished guests from business, academia, civic leadership, and public service for a morning of transformational insight and celebration.
The Ensemble Theatre Hosts TopGolf Tournament in Houston to Engage Gen Z and Millennials in Arts Fundraising
The Ensemble Theatre invites young professionals to swing into action for the arts at its first-ever TopGolf Tournament and Social, blending fun, networking, and philanthropy.
Celebrating 45 Years of Holiday Magic: The 2025 Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market Returns to NRG Center
Houston’s most beloved holiday tradition returns in full sparkle as the 45th Annual Houston Ballet Nutcracker Market transforms the NRG Center into a winter wonderland of cheer, community, and charitable giving from November 13–16, 2025.
Kroger Unifies Texas Operations Under New Leadership
Rudy DiPietro to Lead Consolidated Texas Division as Laura Gump Retires After 38-Year Grocery Career
Kroger restructures Texas operations, consolidating Dallas and Houston divisions under new leadership as longtime executive Laura Gump announces retirement.
Dwight Boykins: A Faith-Fueled Force Returns to City Hall with Business Acumen and a Heart for Houston
Houston’s political landscape is buzzing again—and in the best way. Enter Dwight Boykins: entrepreneur, public servant, and the Houston native who’s bringing a bold, seasoned, and community-rooted vision back to City Hall. As he enters the special race for Houston City Council At-Large Position 4, Boykins isn’t just running for office — he’s reigniting a legacy of leadership built on service, accountability, and economic empowerment.
Sen. John Cornyn Outraises Ken Paxton by $1 Million in Heated Texas GOP Senate Primary
Texas Sen. John Cornyn outraised his Republican challenger, Attorney General Ken Paxton, by $1 million during the first three months of what’s becoming one of the most hotly contested primary battles of the 2026 midterm elections.
Justice Department ethics chief says he was fired
The Justice Department has fired at least a dozen employees in recent weeks who at one time worked with former special counsel Jack Smith, ranging from a senior ethics official to low-level support staff, sources familiar with matter tell CNN.
Supreme Court allows Trump to proceed with mass firings at Education Department
The Supreme Court on Monday said President Donald Trump may proceed with his plan to carry out mass layoffs at the Department of Education in the latest win for the White House at the conservative high court.
Supreme Court allows Trump to proceed with mass firings at Education Department
The Supreme Court on Monday said President Donald Trump may proceed with his plan to carry out mass layoffs at the Department of Education in the latest win for the White House at the conservative high court.
Bongino still in limbo as Trump fumes and JD Vance seeks to play mediator, sources say
Several of President Donald Trump’s top officials went to work on Monday with a key question unanswered: would Dan Bongino show up?
More than 75 former judges urge Senate committee to reject Trump judicial nominee Emil Bove
More than 75 former federal and state judges on Tuesday called on the Senate Judiciary Committee to reject the nomination of Emil Bove, President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, to a prestigious appeals court judgeship.
An investigation is underway after a fire engulfed a Massachusetts assisted-living facility, killing 9 people. Here’s what we know
Elderly residents – some in wheelchairs and some dependent on oxygen tanks – were blinded by deadly smoke as they tried to escape an assisted-living facility in Fall River, Massachusetts, which caught fire Sunday evening.
Trump announces novel plan to send weapons to Ukraine and gives Russia new deadline to make peace
President Donald Trump on Monday laid out a pair of steps intended to pressure Russia to end its war in Ukraine, including funneling new weapons to Kyiv and threatening economic punishment on Moscow if peace isn’t reached in 50 days, as he grows increasingly disenchanted with his Russian counterpart
Trump hasn’t ruled out funneling longer-range missiles to Ukraine
As President Donald Trump hardens his position toward Moscow and seeks new ways to bring the conflict to an end, he is leaving open the prospect of allowing shipments of longer-range missiles to the country that would allow it to strike deeper into Russia, according to officials familiar with the matter.
