Mortgage rates drop in wake of bank failures
Mortgage rates dropped this week in the wake of several bank failures, reversing course after rising half a percentage point over the past month. But longer-term uncertainty is expected to hamper many homebuyers and keep the cost of buying unaffordable for many.
Health Minute: Double-Lung Transplant Successful
It's the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the US. The American Cancer Society estimates over 127,000 Americans will die from lung cancer this year, but two stage-four lung cancer patients now have no signs of cancer thanks to double-lung transplants. In today's Health Minute, more on the procedure and the hope it's giving those affected by this disease.
Poland breaks with NATO allies by pledging to send fighter jets to Ukraine
Poland on Thursday pledged it would send four MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine, the first NATO member to do so, in a significant move in Kyiv's battle to resist Russia's onslaught.
Scottie Scheffler's Masters Champions Dinner menu: Cheeseburger sliders, ribeye steak and chocolate chip cookies
A major title, a green jacket, millions of dollars in prize money; there are plenty of perks to winning The Masters, but there's another prize that contenders are particularly hungry for.
Texas takes control of Houston Independent School District
Leaders of the Houston Independent School District, the largest school district in Texas and one of the biggest in the nation, will be replaced by a new board appointed by the state commissioner of education, the district said Wednesday, raising questions over whether the new leaders will reflect the city's ethnic and racial diversity and its political priorities.
FHA makes housing more affordable for 850,000 borrowers Savings tied to median market home prices
Beginning March 20, a recent move by the Biden Administration will make owning a home more affordable for current and prospective homebuyers. Arriving just in time for the spring buying season, 850,000 mortgage borrowers who used FHA-financing for their homes as well as families choosing this popular mortgage program will benefit from lowered mortgage insurance premiums.
Fort Bend County Judge KP George Host Fort Bend Forward: Community Conversations Series
A Conversation about Where We Were, Where We Are and Where We Are Going
Fort Bend County Judge P George will host the first quarterly dialogue series, Community Conversations, on Thursday, March 16, from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., at the Fort Bend University Branch Library, 14010 University Blvd., Sugar Land, TX 77479.
Students fight to 'Take Down Tobacco'
Local students are spending their spring break working to fight against child tobacco use and vaping.
Western Chic Styles to Shop During Rodeo Houston
Now through March 19th, you can still shop some of the latest western chic styles at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Whether you’re looking for agriculture products, clothing, hats, shoes, jewelry or specialty foods, the Rodeo has some great shops and selections to check out before it comes to a close.
Explore a Foodie's Paradise at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is a much anticipated annual event that brings together cowboys, musicians, and FOOD LOVERS! The rodeo is a foodie's paradise, with many options to choose from while walking the carnival grounds or enjoying live music. Houston Style Magazine tasted some of the best rodeo foods you should try!
Mangum Elementary School is teaching kids how to ride a bike in PE Class
All Kids Bike is on a mission to teach every child in America how to ride a bike in kindergarten PE class.
The All Kids Bike Kindergarten Learn-to-Ride Program is a fleet of 24 bikes, pedal conversion kits, helmets, one teacher instruction bike, and certified curriculum teacher training, which is everything needed to teach kids how to progress from balance to riding a bike in 8 lessons at Mangum Elementary School. Funding for this program was graciously made by the Ryan Dungey Foundation.
Border chief disputes DHS has 'operational control' of the entire US southern border
US Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz on Wednesday said the US does not have "operational control" of the southern border, contradicting a stance previously taken by Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
Americans pulled back on their spending in February, after a strong January
Americans pulled back on their spending last month after a surprisingly spendy January.
Austin says US will continue to fly drones over Black Sea and condemns Russian downing as 'aggressive'
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin vowed on Wednesday that US aircraft will continue to "fly and to operate wherever international law allows," one day after Russian aircraft hit a US drone over the Black Sea, forcing it to be brought down in international waters.
7 Virginia sheriff's deputies charged with 2nd-degree murder in death of man in custody
Seven central Virginia sheriff's deputies were arrested and charged with second-degree murder Tuesday after a man in their custody died shortly after they took him from county jail to a state mental health facility, authorities say.
Ruth E. Carter: Shining the Light on Superheroes
Imagination would have us believe that superheroes are fictional characters in capes, masks, and elaborate costumes with superhuman powers that either come to destroy or save life.
Statement from HISD Board of Education
HISD has received official notice that the Texas Education Agency intends to replace Houston ISD’s superintendent and elected trustees of the Board of Education with an appointed superintendent and board of managers in the next few months. The Board is reviewing this notice to determine next steps.
Gilbert Garcia, Former Metro Board Chair, Announces Candidacy for Mayor of Houston
The “Texas Bond King” Has Big Plans for Houston
Gilbert Garcia, the bond investor and former Metro chairman, is running for mayor of Houston.
Texas Legislative Black Caucus Statement Condemning TEA Takeover of HISD
"This is an overreach by the state on this academic issue and will be a total loss of local control over the education of over 194,000 students at 276 campuses. Ultimately, we need to be focusing on the best ways to help serve our students and teachers, and taking the helm of HISD is not the best way to move forward. The Texas Legislative Black Caucus completely condemns"
Texas Education Agency to Take Control of HISD in June
HISD takeover has happened. TEA confirms it will appoint a board of managers and a superintendent.
