Harris County DA: Final MS-13 gang member sentenced for fatal ambush of witness
Final MS-13 gang member sentenced for fatal ambush of witness Defendant is seventh of seven defendants convicted
Houston Texans Announce Partnership with Sire Spirits LLC and G-Unity Foundation
Today, the Houston Texans are announcing a multi-year partnership with Grammy award-winning musician, two-time New York Times best-selling author, executive producer, entrepreneur, philanthropist and Houston resident Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, his premium wine and spirits company Sire Spirits LLC and …
District Names Assistant Superintendent of Student Support Services
Aldine ISD named Diaka R. Melendez Assistant Superintendent of Student Support Services. Melendez is returning home, having started her career in education at Nimitz Ninth Grade School as a teacher and softball coach.
Fort Bend ISD to Host Mental Health and Wellness Fair, August 17
Fort Bend ISD will host a Back to School Mental Health and Wellness Fair on Wednesday, August 17 at Dulles High School (550 Dulles Ave., Sugar Land, 77478) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The fair is part of the District’s …
HISD makes significant improvement in key accountability scores
The Houston Independent School District earned a B from the Texas Education Agency’s academic accountability ratings for the 2021-2022 school year.
5 things to know for Aug. 15: Floods, FBI Search, Taiwan, Health care strike, India
Have you ever stepped into a store and wondered: "What's that smell?" Many retailers put a lot of effort into perfecting their signature scents to entice customers and get them to linger around longer. Sometimes these aromas are so pleasant …
Houston First Corp. Launches First-Ever Theater Week
The first annual Houston Theater Week is the largest consumer promotion celebrating live theater and performing arts in Houston’s history. For one week only, August 22-29, 2022, theater enthusiasts and novices alike can take advantage of exclusive Buy One, Get …
Marcus Lyon: Filed Of Vision
Fields of Vision is an immersive sound and light show featuring the oral recordings, ancestral DNA maps, and portraits of a group of inspirational change-makers from across the globe – who focus on the themes of Freedom, Service, and Community.
Houston’s High School for the Performing and Visual Arts’ Black Alumni Network, (HSPVA BAN) Hosted the 50th Anniversary Homecoming Weekend of Events “CELEBRATING THE GOLD STANDARD”
Houston’s Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts’ Black Alumni Network (HSPVA BAN) hosted the 50th-anniversary homecoming, “Celebrating The Gold Standard” with 3-days of networking, performances, and class reunion events with acclaimed alumni at various venues with historical …
Harris County Clerk Helps Families Obtain Vital Records for Back-to-School Birth Certificate Program a Success
The Harris County Clerk’s Office (HCCO) served dozens of families and issued 200 birth certificates during its second annual Back-to-School Birth Certificate Saturday events. This program is dedicated to help families obtain the necessary records to enroll their children in …
Serena Williams announces she will 'evolve away from tennis' after upcoming US Open
Serena Williams has announced that she will "evolve away from tennis" after this year's US Open to focus on "other things that are important to me."
HISD to continue operating under free and reduced-price meals Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)
Houston ISD announced today it will continue its policy to operate the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for the School Year 2022 - 2023. Schools qualifying to operate CEP serve breakfast …
HISD offering free and reduced-price meals for 2022-2023 school year
Houston ISD announced its policy today for providing free and reduced-price meals for children served under the attached current income eligibility guidelines. The 9 schools that will participate in the application process will have access to the Free/Reduced Price School …
City Of Houston Awarded RAISE Grant Funding For Telephone Road Project
The United States Department of Transportation announced yesterday that the City of Houston will receive $20.96 million in federal funding through the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability & Equity (RAISE) grant program for the Telephone Road: Main Street Revitalization Project.
Hundreds of Students in the West Houston Area to Benefit from a Back-To-School Program
Back-to-school shopping can be a significant financial burden on families, and with unique economic challenges this year, it is a vital need for many families in the community. HOPE Clinic will host and invite you to participate in our Back …

