Zimbabwe Political Crisis: How a Week of Chaos Unfolded
It has all the markings of a coup: a solemn soldier addressing the nation on state television in a beret and fatigues, armored vehicles in the capital and jittery, puzzled citizens.
California Shootings: Gunman Fired at School, Left 6 Minutes Later
A gunman who killed four people in Northern California rammed a pickup through a locked gate and marched onto the grounds of an elementary school, but he could not enter the classrooms, authorities say.
5 Things for November 15: California Shootings, Zimbabwe, Same-sex Marriage
A brewery in London can turn bread into beer. It's not magic, just a way to combat food waste. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
5 Ways to Get Your Home Ready for the Holidays
Whether you’re hosting or just trying to get into the holiday spirit, preparing your home doesn’t have to be daunting or expensive.
Houston Selected to Develop Financial Counseling as Free Public Service for Low-Income Residents
Houston and the national Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund (CFE Fund) announced today their selection to replicate the proven Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) model under the new FEC Public national platform. Houston will receive technical assistance and a seed grant …
Suspect Arrested, Charged in Fatal Shooting at 4141 Barberry Drive
Charges have been filed against a suspect arrested in the fatal shooting of a man at 4141 Barberry Drive about 2:40 p.m. on Monday (Nov. 13).
First Annual Winter Wonderland Gala
The holiday season is that special time of the year we all look forward to, but for families still trying to rebuild since Hurricane Harvey, it is not such a joyous occasion. For this reason, TJ and Candace Ford are …
Requiring U.S.-Made Steel in Pipelines Would Backfire
President Trump has a plan to revive the steel industry. He wants to mandate that oil and natural gas pipelines use only American-made steel. His Commerce Department is finalizing the plan right now.
Texas Southern Honor Student Receives Executive Leadership Council Scholarship
Anthony Collier has been announced as a recipient of the Executive Leadership Council’s (ELC) 2017 Alvaro L. Martins Scholarship. Collier, a senior honors student from Manor, Texas, has a double major in History and Political Science. ELC is the preeminent …
Last Clinic Standing
Dona Wells vividly remembers when abortions were illegal. When women had little choice after their contraceptive failed. When some took their chances on dangerous abortions performed by amateurs or even themselves.
5 Things for November 14: Roy Moore, Clinton, Quake, Puerto Rico, Blood Pressure
For the first time in almost 60 years, Italy won't be in the World Cup. Hey, Team USA feels your pain. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
Map Shows Income Levels of Houston Neighborhoods Hardest Hit by Harvey Flooding
The latest addition to the city's "Harvey By The Numbers" online project is a map showing FEMA data on the severest flooding in Houston and beyond from Hurricane Harvey, combined with income level data for each U.S. Census tract.
NFL Owners Weigh Contract Extension for Roger Goodell
The NFL expects that a contract extension for Commissioner Roger Goodell will be "done shortly," a league source says.
SNL Gets Tough On Roy Moore, Fox News Defends Him
Saturday Night Live and Fox News both addressed the allegations that Republican US Senate candidate Roy Moore had relationships with several teenage girls, including a 14-year-old, when he was in his 30s. But it was the comedy show that drew …
Opioid Commission's Anti-marijuana Argument Stirs Anger
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, head of the presidential commission on opioids, warned of the dangers of marijuana in a letter to President Donald Trump earlier this month about the panel's findings, saying the current push for marijuana legalization could …
