Unvaccinated nursing instructor in Missouri is hospitalized with Covid-19 and urging everyone to get the vaccine
Christy Henry had played it safe during the pandemic. Wearing a mask in public and rarely coming into contact with others, the 56-year-old former nurse, who now works as a nursing instructor, resides in southern Missouri with her retired husband and children.
The Kavanaugh news proves it's impossible to have an apolitical Supreme Court
New revelations about the paper-thin look the FBI took into Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh during his 2018 confirmation fight is a potent reminder that even the nation's highest court is now infected with partisan politics.
Surprise! Donald Trump isn't putting his money where his mouth is on election 'fraud'
These two paragraphs from The Washington Post are both unsurprising and deeply troubling:
Morgan Wallen says he was using racial slur 'playfully,' but knows it's wrong
Morgan Wallen opened up during an exclusive interview with "Good Morning America" that aired Friday about using a racial slur in an incident that threatened to derail his career.
Regina King Reveals Her Plan To Push Diversity At Cannes Film Festival
Regina King declared Friday she will keep fighting for diversity in Hollywood, even when the audience is an obstacle.
Gun that killed Wild West outlaw Billy the Kid goes to auction
The gun used to kill the notorious Wild West outlaw Billy the Kid 140 years ago is going to public auction for the first time -- with an estimated selling price of $2-3 million.
71-year-old SF woman considers moving after being strangled during attempted robbery
A 71-year old San Francisco woman is considering moving out of the city after being placed in a chokehold and carried by the neck in an attempted robbery at her Oceanview home. She and her domestic partner believe it's what she screamed out that helped save her life.
A Preventable Blunder on the Black Farmers in America
When I was in college and preparing for a volunteer trip to a rescue mission, I read a book called “When Helping Hurts.”
I Am a Black Person Not a “Black”
Stop calling Black people “Blacks”. It’s sad we even have to touch on this issue because common sense should tell you why this won’t fly. I am more than my color.
On Chicago Visit, Transportation Secretary Buttigieg Promotes Biden Infrastructure Plan
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says he’s confident the Biden administration’s infrastructure bill will pass Congress, touting on Friday its bipartisan support and saying both the president and the public are impatient to see the deal finalized. But he wouldn’t offer a timeline for when it will clear the House and Senate, both narrowly controlled by Democrats.
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee’s Statement on La Porte Chemical Incident
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee gave the following statement regarding the chemical incident Wednesday at the Dow Chemical facility at 13300 Bay Area Boulevard.
Strengthen Chemical Disaster Regulations
At a public comment session hosted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Thursday, Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee proposed reinstatement of chemical disaster rules rolled back by the Trump administration, and enhancing rules to address Harris County’s unique vulnerability to chemical disasters.
Leonard Pitts Jr.: Ignorance is Death
We live in ignorant times. By now, surely this is obvious beyond argument to anyone who's been paying attention. From the Capitol insurrectionist who thought he was storming the White House to Sen. Tim Scott's claim that "woke supremacy is as bad as white supremacy" to whatever thing Tucker Carlson last said, ignorance is ascendant.
Mayor Sylvester Turner Was the Coolest Mayor 3 Times This Week
Mayor Sylvester Turner never shies away from a moment to remind the world that Houston is in his blood.
Dave Chappelle Is Returning to the Kennedy Center in August
Dave Chappelle is back at the Kennedy Center next month, but it’s not for a standup performance. The award-winning comedian will be screening his new documentary, Untitled, in the Concert Hall on August 1.
Local Golf Courses You Should Visit in Houston
Houston is known for many things, like space travel, petroleum exploration and even capital punishment. But did you know it’s also an amazing place to play a round of golf? Get your golf apparel on and head out the door. Here are our favorite local golf courses you should visit in Houston!
Gulfton Community Celebrates Ribbon Cutting of New Murals
CHAT unveils “Together We Play” & “All Hands In” murals on July 22
Today, Culture of Health Advancing Together (CHAT) held a special celebration and ribbon cutting event to unveil the new Gulfton-area murals titled “Together We Play” and “All Hands In.” Event speakers included Council Member Edward Pollard, CHAT Executive Director Dr. Aisha Siddiqui, and Amer Kumar, Vice President of Ashford Communities, as well as artists Amy Malkan and Thaddaeus Arvie. All community members were invited to join this event, held at the sports courtyard of Ashford Crescent Oaks Apartments (6711 Hornwood, Houston, TX 77074).
Wyden delays key Biden immigration nominee until he gets more info on Portland unrest response
Democratic Sen. Ron Wyden of Oregon will not advance President Joe Biden's pick to lead US Customs and Border Protection until he receives more answers about the agency's role in the Portland unrest last year, delaying a key nominee as the administration reevaluates border restrictions.
'This is way beyond collaborative': Young leaders see their feedback reflected in Biden's plans
When Joe Biden campaigned for the presidency, he called himself a bridge to a new generation of leaders in the Democratic Party. While some frustrations remain, young leaders are saying the President Biden's administration is making good progress on Candidate Biden's pledge.
GM is shutting down most of its pickup production for a week
General Motors will stop making most of its full-size pickup trucks for a week starting Monday. It's another sign that the auto industry continues to struggle with the year-long global computer chip shortage.
