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What to know about the lawsuit aiming to ban medication abortion drug mifepristone

A federal judge in Texas is considering a lawsuit seeking to block the use of medication abortion nationwide, in the biggest abortion-related case since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last year.

This nostalgic childhood drink is now a boozy beverage

SunnyD, the flavorful orange drink chugged from childhood by millennials, is embracing one of its more collegial cocktail combinations.

All adults should be screened for hepatitis B at least once, CDC says

A new recommendation from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says all adults should be screened at least once in their lifetime for hepatitis B, an illness that's linked to liver disease and cancer.

National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: AHF to Highlight Impact of HIV/AIDS on Women and Girls

Virtual media update in recognition of National Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day will explain why women often are overlooked, who is most at risk, and what needs to change TODAY - March 9th: 10:30am EST - Virtual

Free Cone Day at DQ Restaurants in Texas On March 20, First Day of Spring

Spring has arrived in the Lone Star state and that can only mean one thing…Free Cone Day is back at DQ restaurants in Texas. On Monday, March 20 DQ fans can enjoy a free small vanilla cone at participating locations. …

City Council Votes Against Pappas at Hobby Airport

Money is one of the quickest ways allies can become foes. For over two decades, the Pappas family restaurant chain has considered itself a friend of Houston. However, bonds are being tested and may break in the latest battle of …

Ring in Spring with Hanami Hour at JINYA Ramen Bar

Spring is here, which means that it’s a good time to smell the flowers and enjoy Hanami Hour at JINYA Ramen Bar.

NN Body in the Galleria Kicks Off International Women's Day by Hosting Event for 50 Local Female Business Owners

Nathalie Nicole, Founder & CEO of NN Body Co., a Black Woman-Owned fashion activewear and self-care boutique in Houston’s Galleria Mall, is kicking off International Women’s Day with a private event for 50 local female business owners tomorrow, Tuesday, March …

The Bacon Ranch McCrispy is Coming to McDonald’s in the Greater Houston Area Starting 3/13

The McDonald’s Crispy Chicken Sandwich quickly became a fan-favorite when it first hit US menus in 2021. And now, this beloved sandwich is joining some of the brand’s most iconic menu items – McNuggets®, McMuffin® sandwiches and McFlurry® desserts – …

Elite athletes with genetic heart disease can safely return to play with diagnosis and treatment, early study suggests

In a new study, most elite athletes with a diagnosed genetic heart disease did not experience serious or fatal symptoms of their condition, such as sudden cardiac death. The research suggests it can be "feasible" and "safe" for athletes to …

Hat Creek Grills Up New BBQ Burger for Spring

Looking for a fun patio that the whole family can enjoy without all of the mess? Look no further because Hat Creek Burger Company is ready to make their backyard your backyard this spring.

Harris Health System Selected to Elite Network of High-Performing Healthcare Systems to Accelerate Uptake of Practice-Changing Evidence in Healthcare

Harris Health System joins 41 other health systems nationwide in an elite network named by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) to pioneer initiatives aimed at achieving better patient health outcomes.

Ceremonia Appoints First C-Suite Hire As It Expands to 500+ Sephora Stores

Ceremonia is no stranger to breaking barriers and disrupting the hair care industry. Since launching the brand in October 2020, with a mission to celebrate the richness of Latinx culture through clean, sustainable hair products powered by natural ingredients, Founder …

Harris Health Supports More Than 34,000 Direct and Indirect Jobs; Pumps $5.7 Billion into Harris County and Texas Economy

A report released by Harris Health System shows its public healthcare mission to be a prominent contributor to the Houston-area economy with an economic impact of $4.8 billion to Harris County alone, and another $900 million in impact spread across …

Houston native Jenn Rossi makes a go of it selling Texas wines through The Cause Urban Winery, winning awards along the way

A passion for wine and winemaking, an entrepreneurial spirit and a heart for charity motivated Houston native Jennifer (Jenn) Rossi to start The Cause Urban Winery (The Cause) in 2019, which is now offering four Texas wines and winning major …