What We Shouldn’t Permit
Picture a mountain valley somewhere in the Alleghanies, Appalachians or Blue Ridge. It’s a safe bet what you just imagined didn’t include a metal pipeline more than three feet wide running down a steep ridge or crossing a pristine stream.
Rice U. announces latest cohort of Innovation Fellows
Program supports translation of research from lab to real world
The Innovation Fellows program supports the translation of research from the lab to real-world startups through funding, mentorship and other resources. It is designed to help Rice faculty and doctoral and postdoctoral students turn their innovative ideas into successful ventures that make a tangible impact on the world. The program is run by the Liu Idea Lab for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Lilie) and the newly created Office of Innovation, in partnership with the research institutes at Rice.
Harmony Science Academy - Beaumont Graduation Plan
Harmony Public Schools Houston South and West Districts are proud to announce Graduation plans for the Class of 2023 for Harmony Science Academy - Beaumont.
Dr. Rudy Rasmus and Pastor Juanita Rasmus “Rewire” with Transition from St. John’s Downtown Church
Dr. Rudy Rasmus to join Bread of Life, Inc. as Executive Director
After more than 30 years of service, Dr. Rudy Rasmus and Pastor Juanita Rasmus announced their transition from Senior Pastors of St. John’s Downtown Church. Dr. Rudy will join Bread of Life, Inc. as Executive Director.
Carmelo Anthony, 10-time NBA All-Star and one of basketball’s greatest scorers, announces retirement
Carmelo Anthony announces retirement from basketball
John Whitmire Endorsed for Houston Mayor
John Whitmire announced today that the American Council of Engineering Companies Houston PAC has endorsed him in his campaign for mayor of the City of Houston.
Yonutz Brings Fantastical Freebies and Festivities on National Donut Day
Creators of the award-winning SMASHED™Donut, Yonutz offers free donuts,
Yonutz, the celebrated and innovative donut and ice cream concept, creator of the famed SMASHED™Donut, and three-time winner of Dessert Wars, will celebrate National Donut Day in the most fantastical way: with free SMASHED Donuts and a side of surprises on Friday, June 2.
HISD Launches Project Safe Start 2023 to promote end-of-year school safety
The Houston Independent School District Police Department, Houston Police Department, and community ministers will culminate the end of the school year by once again engaging in Project Safe Start. The partnership involves increasing security presence on and around school campuses as they start to wind down during the final days of the academic year, with the aim of ensuring a safe and secure learning environment for students and teachers.
Halle Bailey, Melissa McCarthy and Director/Producer Rob Marshall
Cast and Filmmakers Attend Sydney Premiere of “The Little Mermaid”
The Australian premiere of “The Little Mermaid,” Disney’s live-action reimagining of the studio’s Oscar®-winning animated musical classic, took place in Sydney earlier this evening, with the film’s Ariel (Halle Bailey) and Ursula (Melissa McCarthy) joining director/producer Rob Marshall on the festive blue carpet outside the State Theatre to toast the film’s upcoming launch. “The Little Mermaid” opens exclusively in theaters May 26, 2023.
Houston native serves at U.S. Navy Helicopter Squadron in Japan
ATSUGI, Japan - Airman Angel Gomez, a native of Houston, Texas, serves in the U.S. Navy as a member of a helicopter squadron forward deployed to Japan.
The 2023 ESSENCE Festival of Culture™ Presented by Coca-Cola® Celebrates Hip-Hop’s 50th Anniversary with Partners AT&T®, Disney, L’Oréal and Target
It's about to go down at the 2023 ESSENCE Festival of CultureTM presented by Coca-Cola®. This year's four-day event will celebrate Hip-Hop's undeniable legacy with new and returning experiences from long-standing presenting sponsor, Coca-Cola®, and major partners AT&T®, Disney, L’Oréal and Target.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $150 Million Through Investing in America Agenda for the National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Funding From Inflation Reduction Act Will Advance Clean-Energy Technologies
The Biden-Harris Administration, through the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), today announced a $150-million investment into the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) that will help the laboratory keep America on the cutting edge of clean-energy technology and lead the world in the transition to carbon-free power sources. The funding, from the Inflation Reduction Act, will support major projects at NREL and will help the country meet President Biden’s goal of a net-zero economy by 2050.
Press Release: ‘Isiah Factor’ Panelist to Launch On-Demand Male Panel Talk Show ‘Regal Roundtable’
Todd A. Smith, a regular panelist on “Isiah Factor Uncensored,” which airs on Fox 26 Houston and Fox Soul, will launch the on-demand male panel talk show “Regal Roundtable” on May 28.
Pentagon leaks suspect to remain detained as he awaits trial
Jack Teixeira, the Air National Guardsman who is accused of posting a trove of classified documents to social media, will be detained while he awaits trial, a federal judge ruled Friday while saying the suspect has a “lack of integrity.”
Abducted Child Found After 6 Years
A girl who was abducted nearly six years ago is safe after someone recognized her from a Netflix show.
Controversy over casting for new Netflix docuseries
CNN's Zain Asher speaks with an Egyptologist about the controversy swirling around Netflix's new docuseries.
Anheuser-Busch loses top LGBTQ+ rating over its Bud Light response
Last year, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation gave Bud Light parent company Anheuser-Busch a top rating for LGBTQ+ equality. But because of how the company handled backlash to a sponsored post by Dylan Mulvaney, a transgender woman, it’s now off the list.
Debt ceiling talks hit a snag, negotiators press pause for now
Debt ceiling talks between the White House and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s office have hit a snag, and negotiators have put a pause on the talks, multiple sources tell CNN.
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Statement on Unauthorized Release of Children’s Medical Information
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee is calling for swift and appropriate action in response to children’s medical records from Texas Children’s Hospital being illicitly released to an individual not affiliated with the hospital. The medical records were published by The Manhattan Institute, a conservative think tank, and relate to children receiving gender-affirming care.
