First responders save man, dog after car goes into pond
A South Carolina Highway Patrol Officer and first responders from Midway Fire Rescue in Pawleys Island jumped into action and performed heroic acts on Sunday when a man and his dog almost drowned in a pond.
As the Paralympics Continue, Members of USA’s Sitting Volleyball Team Partner with FCA and Give Glory to God
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Praises Paralympians as They Focus on Christ on The Biggest Athletic Stage in the World
Now that the Olympics are finished, people around the world are tuning in to watch the Paralympics, which began earlier this week. Paralympians across the globe are competing to represent their home country and display their talents on one of the biggest international athletic stages. For some players, however, the attention of the world is an unparalleled opportunity to showcase the real reason they have come this far in their athletic careers: Jesus Christ.
Make a Late Summer Splash with the Utopia Collection by Léa the Label
Check out some favorite pieces from Léa the Label’s latest Utopia collection – including a variety of colors and styles made from 100% Eco-friendly Italian fabrics.
Midway Breaks Ground on East River, Announcing First Tenants in the 150-Acre Mixed-Use Development
Houston-based Midway, the privately owned, fully integrated real estate investment and development firm, broke ground today on its 150-acre East River development, one of the most impactful urban revitalizations for a generation in Houston’s urban core. Designed to grow and evolve through multiple phases across a decades-long development horizon, East River will transform the city’s waterfront east of Downtown into a new economic center. Alongside commemorating this significant milestone, Midway is pleased to announce two office tenants—Method Architecture and TEAL—as well as a new event venue and rooftop bar from the owners of The Astorian will join the development’s first phase, slated for completion in 2023.
READY TO LOVE Season 4 (2C) Launch Date: Friday, October 15 on OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network
OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network debuts season 4 (2C) of its hit dating series "Ready to Love" Friday, October 15th @ 8 PM EST | 7 PM CST with two back-to-back one-hour episodes.
Governor Abbott, DSHS Announce Deployment Of Additional Medical Personnel, Equipment To Assist Hospitals With COVID-19 Response
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) will be deploying an additional 2,500 medical staff to support health care facilities in Texas, including hospitals and nursing homes. This will bring the total number of medical personnel deployed across the state to 8,100. In addition, DSHS is providing medical equipment requested by Texas medical facilities including ventilators, oxygen concentrators, heart monitors, IV pumps, feeding pumps, and hospital beds.
Families raise more than $77K with lemonade stand for Children's Hospital
A family in Indian Hill has raised more than $77,000 this year for Children's Hospital, all thanks to a lemonade stand.
Former pilot offers Huey Helicopter rides to thank veterans
Ever dreamed of riding on an iconic Huey military helicopter? Now you can. A former chopper pilot from Carroll is hosting an event called For the Brave and giving $80 helicopter rides across western Iowa.
'We're doing all we can': Biden speaks on Hurricane Ida relief efforts
President Joe Biden spoke Monday afternoon on Hurricane Ida relief efforts as he met virtually with a host of leaders involved in the response to the massive storm that has rocked the Gulf Coast.
Hospital patients are being evacuated as the rapidly growing Caldor Fire edges closer to California's Lake Tahoe region
The raging Caldor Fire in Northern California prompted evacuation orders and warnings in the Lake Tahoe Basin Sunday night after fire conditions resulted in rapid spread, causing at least one hospital to transfer all of its patients out amid the flames.
Event helps parents of children lost to violence
An event in downtown Sunday aimed to lend a helping hand to those who've experienced tragedy. At the Hall of Justice building in downtown Louisville an organization called the Mothers of Murdered Sons and Daughters (MOMS) meant to show parents, who lost a child to violence, will always have support throughout their grieving process.
Abortion providers ask Supreme Court to block Texas' six-week ban
Lawyers for abortion clinics in Texas raced to the Supreme Court Monday, asking the justices to block a controversial law that bans abortions at six weeks and allows private citizens to bring civil suits against anyone who assists a pregnant person seeking an abortion in violation of the law.
Governor wants investigation in subway outage
New York Governor Kathy Hochul said Monday an "unprecedented system breakdown" led to half of the nation's largest subway system losing power Sunday night, stranding hundreds of riders and crippling service for hours.
Deadly Ida leaves more than 1 million without power and many awaiting rescue from flooded homes
Hurricane Ida has left catastrophic damage across southeastern Louisiana, killing at least one person, leaving much of the New Orleans area without power, interrupting phone service and sending rescuers scrambling Monday to flooded homes where people were anxiously asking for help.
This is how to prevent another 100,000 Covid deaths by December, Fauci says
With nearly 100,000 Americans hospitalized with Covid-19 and infections surging among the unvaccinated population, it's possible another 100,000 people could die from the virus by December, according to a recent University of Washington model.
Gunman shot and killed by off-duty officers, police say
A gunman was shot by off-duty police officers and was pronounced dead at the hospital early Sunday in the Bronx.
Register for Run in the Park by August 31st
Powered by Reliant Energy, the 18th annual Run in the Park is happening on Saturday, October 9. However this coming Tuesday, August 31 is your last day to get the early registration price of $25! After Tuesday, the registration price goes up to $30 for the in-person event.
'The Wonder Years' Takes ABC's Comedy Lineup Down Memory Lane with Original Cast Takeover on Wednesday, Oct. 13
Original Series Cast Members Fred Savage, Danica McKellar and Dan Lauria to Guest Star in ‘The Conners,’ ‘Home Economics’ and ‘The Goldbergs,’ Respectively
In anticipation of the debut of ABC’s reimagining of “The Wonder Years,” premieringWEDNESDAY, SEPT. 22 (8:30-9:00 p.m. EDT), it was announced today that the network’s comedy lineup will pay homage to the original series with a larger-than-life takeover as fan-favorite original series cast members are set to appear throughout the evening on WEDNESDAY, OCT. 13.
Bill 14 Would Decimate Worker Protections Across the State
Advocacy Organizations Condemn Texas House State Affairs Committee Passing Senate Bill 14 with No Public Testimony
Today, the Texas House State Affairs Committee passed Senate Bill 14 out of committee with no public testimony. SB 14 would forever limit the ability of a city or county to implement workplace safety protections during a pandemic or natural disaster. SB 14 would also prohibit local governments from implementing other essential workplace safety measures like a 10-minute water break for construction workers.
Governor Abbott Statement On U.S. Military Members Killed In Kabul Airport Attack
Governor Abbott today issued a statement after it was reported that several U.S. military members were killed in an attack at the airport in Kabul, Afghanistan:
