James Earl Jones, iconic actor and memorable voice of Darth Vader and Mufasa, dead at 93
You can’t think of James Earl Jones without hearing his voice. That booming basso profundo, conveying instant dignity or menace, was Jones’ signature instrument. It brought power to all his stage and movie roles, most indelibly as Darth Vader in …
Houston's Bold Step Towards Safer Streets: Mayor Whitmire's ‘Raise and Incentive’ Plan for Police Cadets
In a decisive move to bolster public safety and uplift the Houston Police Department (HPD), Mayor John Whitmire recently unveiled a significant pay raise and incentive package aimed at attracting and retaining police cadets. This bold strategy, launched during a …
Fact-checking the ABC News presidential debate
Former President Donald Trump delivered more than 30 false claims during Tuesday’s presidential debate against Vice President Kamala Harris, CNN’s preliminary count found – as he did during his June debate against President Joe Biden.Former President Donald Trump delivered more …
Gen Z’s Voting Power: A Force Shaping the 2024 Elections
In the whirlwind of modern politics, one group is emerging as a dominant force: Gen Z. With just 56 days left until election day, new polling shows a fascinating trend—Vice President Kamala Harris is resonating strongly with young voters. By …
Tropical Storm Francine nears hurricane strength as it approaches Gulf Coast. Louisianans are already closing the floodgates
Tropical Storm Francine is expected to strengthen into a hurricane Tuesday as it charges toward Louisiana where some communities were evacuating and slamming closed their floodgates in anticipation of the storm’s likely landfall there on Wednesday.
Riverside General Hospital: A Beacon of Hope Rises Once Again
With its legacy deeply woven into the fabric of Houston’s history, Riverside General Hospital has once again made headlines, this time for a momentous occasion—a groundbreaking ceremony heralding the $200 million revitalization of its historic site. Over a century old, …
Miami-Dade police officer placed on administrative duty after Dolphins star Tyreek Hill detained before game
The Miami-Dade Police Department placed an officer on administrative leave Sunday after Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill was detained prior to the start of the season-opening game.
White House announces rule that would cut insurance red tape over mental health and substance use disorder care
The Biden administration announced a final rule on Monday meant to expand access and lower costs for care for mental health and substance use disorders. Most provisions in the rule will apply to group health plans and health insurance issuers …
Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers set to clash in NFL’s first foray into South America
There will be a unique backdrop to the NFL game between the Green Bay Packers and the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday, with the two squads set to hit the field in São Paulo, Brazil.
Holocaust Museum Houston Hosts Smithsonian’s “The Bias Inside Us” Exhibit
This fall, the **Holocaust Museum Houston** (HMH) will serve as the proud host of the Smithsonian’s critically acclaimed exhibition, **“The Bias Inside Us”**, an immersive community engagement project designed to explore and confront the subtle but pervasive influence of implicit …
School district doubles down on active shooter protocol with technology
“It's a sad thing when that happens anywhere. Unfortunately, it's something we have come to know as a society. We have to deal with it day in and day out now,” said Haysville Schools Operations Director B.J. Knudson.
Georgia school shooting: A timeline of events
In the wake of Wednesday’s school shooting in Georgia, a number of tumultuous events leading up to the tragic day stand out. Here is a timeline of developments that, according to officials and court records, occurred before, during and after …
Take the #BlackProstateCheckChallenge: Empowering African American Men to Combat Prostate Cancer
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and this year brings a new and essential movement aimed at encouraging African American men to take control of their health. Spearheaded by civil rights icon Charles D. Neblett, Ph.D., the **#BlackProstateCheckChallenge** calls on …
Congressman Al Green Applauds Biden-Harris Administration for Reducing Prescription Drug Costs Under the Inflation Reduction Act
As the nation celebrates the second anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA), Congressman Al Green reflects on the transformative impact this landmark legislation has had on lowering prescription drug prices and expanding access to affordable healthcare. Proudly …
Harris-Walz Campaign Raises Record $361 Million in August, Amasses $404 Million War Chest for Final Election Push
In a record-breaking August, the Harris-Walz campaign demonstrated the sheer power of grassroots support, raising an unprecedented $361 million. This staggering figure, the largest in presidential history, puts the campaign on a strong footing as it barrels toward the final …
