Blessed are the children
Blessed are the children – this is the teaching of every religion. The miracle of birth and the joy of new life are transcendent. In this rich country, however, too many babies and too many mothers are at risk – and far too many are dying. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that new mothers in America are dying at a higher rate than those in any other industrial country. A higher percentage of children die before their first birthday in the U.S. than in any other industrial country.
Columbus Homeowner Fatally Shoots Trespasser
According to NBC4i, Columbus police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the Southern Orchards neighborhood of south Columbus on Saturday night.
2 Felony Charges For White Man Who Shot Black Teen For Ringing His Doorbell
Everyone should have the right to feel safe within their homes. However, the line between self defense and self incrimination can get a little blurry when the situation becomes race-related.
University of Texas Honors First Black Graduates with Historical Markers
The University of Texas at Austin honored, alumnus Griffin and others, May 24, 2023 in Austin, “Precursors We are Texas East Mall Project Launch.”
GOP prepared to block vote to replace Feinstein on Senate Judiciary
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said on Tuesday that he hopes to replace Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein on the Senate Judiciary Committee with Sen. Ben Cardin of Maryland and aims to set up a floor vote on the issue this afternoon, which Republicans are expected to block.
Earth Day HTX Comes to Downtown Houston April 17-19
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner invites everyone to celebrate Earth Day HTX, the largest Earth Day event ever presented by the City of Houston. An environmentally-focused speaker series will take place April 17-18, culminating with an outdoor interactive festival at City Hall on April 19 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Mayor Turner Announces City's 2023 Demolition Initiative with Demolition Day Event
Today Mayor Sylvester Turner, joined by the Department of Neighborhoods (DON), City officials, and community representatives, announced the City’s 2023 Demolition initiative at a “Demolition Day” press conference in Kashmere Gardens, one of Mayor Turner's Complete Communities. The initiative calls for the removal of nearly 300 dangerous structures by the end of the year.
City of Houston Kicks-Off Earth Day HTX
Speaker Series will Continue Tuesday, April 18
The City of Houston will host Day Two of the Earth Day HTX celebration beginning at 9 a.m., Tuesday, April 18, with discussions on Flood Mitigation, Preparedness and Policy, and the Disproportionality of Climate Change Impact on People with Disabilities.
First Home Run at Minute Maid Park Means A Lot to Home Town Rookie Corey Julks
It has been an exhilarating two weeks for Houston Astros rookie reserve outfielder Corey Julks.
Coming Up at Discovery Green!
Spring is in full swing and Discovery Green has activities for all Houstonians! See below for a breakdown of what is happening next weekend.
Alicia Keys Announces North American Summer Tour
The Keys to the Summer Tour
Alicia Keys announced today that she will be launching a North American summer concert tour which starts June 28thin Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Produced by Live Nation, the KEYS TO THE SUMMER TOUR follows her sold-out and critically acclaimed The Alicia + Keys World Tour which brought Keys across Europe, North America and will soon head to Latin America.
Impressionist and Post-Impressionist Masterpieces from the Pearlman Foundation opens May 21 at the MFAH
The exhibition will present signature paintings and sculptures from the distinguished Henry & Rose Pearlman Foundation Collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist and Modern Art
In the late 19th and into the early 20th century, European artists’ ability to travel along newly industrialized railway lines, and cross paths and share ideas, led to the transmission and evolution of varied artistic styles. Impressionist and PostImpressionist Masterpieces from the Pearlman Foundation will present 38 outstanding works from the renowned collection assembled in the second half of the 20th century by New York collectors Henry and Rose Pearlman. Paintings and sculptures by Cézanne, Manet, Degas, Gauguin, van Gogh, Pissarro, Toulouse-Lautrec, Modigliani, Soutine, Lipchitz and others will be seen within the context of their experience of transience – regional, national, and international. It will explore the friendships the artists developed in Paris, as well as the many varied locations and sites that shaped their work.
Can't Hide That Ram Pride! METRO Unveils Newest Student-Designed Bus Shelter
A young artist from Waltrip High School, one of many HISD's magnet schools dedicated to the study of research and technology, has helped transform a METRO bus shelter in the Oak Forest community to celebrate Waltrip Ram Pride.
Start Mother's Day Shopping with Just Desi
Honor thy mother and show her your love with a special piece of diamond jewelry from JUSTDESI!
"House of Cotton" by Monica Brashears
The role is yours, if you want it. You can play the part on a stage or in a film, but there are a few requirements: you have to be able to sing and dance and speak with an accent. Can you convince an audience that you're someone you're not? As in the new book, "House of Cotton" by Monica Brashears, can you play dead?
78-year-old woman accused of robbing Missouri bank makes court appearance
A 78-year-old woman accused of robbing a Missouri bank appeared in court on Monday.
Chit, Chat & Chew
Before you can market, sell or even open a business, you must be vigilant in honing your leadership skills. I am Joi Beasley, a Houston business owner for the last 16 years. Houston has so many great programs that teach us to how to sell, market, operate, purchase, accounting, finance, etc. all the elements of doing business. What I have found there are a lot assumptions about small business owners, their #2s, CEOs and the C-Suite. The assumption is they were taught to lead. Leading is a lifelong learning journey that has to grow and develop as our businesses grow and develop.
TXDOT Calls for Safe Driving in Work Zones to Continue Download Trend in Fatalities
Work zone crash fatalities decreased for the first time since 2018
Following a year in which fewer people were killed in work zone crashes in Texas, TxDOT is calling on all drivers to stay vigilant and help continue that downward trend. As National Work Zone Awareness Week kicks off, TxDOT’s “Be Safe. Drive Smart.” campaign is reminding drivers to stay alert and exercise caution when going through road construction and maintenance areas.
Olympians Visit Houston for the 2023 Make-a-Splash Tour Presented By Phillips 66
Olympians Nathan Adrian, Elizabeth Beisel, Rowdy Gaines, Cullen Jones and Chase Kalisz will participate in a community swimming activity and visits to local schools during the 2023 Make-a-Splash Tour stop in Houston.
GOP revolts against plan to replace Feinstein on key panel in push to block Biden judicial picks
Senate Republicans are prepared to block Democratic efforts to replace Sen. Dianne Feinstein on the powerful Judiciary committee, ratcheting up pressure on the 89-year-old California Democrat to resign or return quickly to allow President Joe Biden's judicial nominees to be confirmed.
