A New Beginning for Houston Seniors: Returning Home After Hurricane Harvey*
The road to recovery after Hurricane Harvey has been long and arduous, but for nearly 200 seniors, a brighter future is finally here. The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) is set to unveil the newly constructed 2100 Memorial affordable senior-living facility, …
Sprouts Farmers Market Expands Its Footprint in McKinney: Grand Opening of Second Location Set for September 6
A fresh wave of excitement is about to sweep through McKinney as Sprouts Farmers Market, one of the nation’s fastest-growing grocery retailers, is all set to unveil its second location in the city. The grand opening, scheduled for Friday, September …
READ: New indictment against Donald Trump in January 6 case
Special counsel Jack Smith filed a retooled indictment in the federal election interference case against former President Donald Trump, slimming down the allegations against the 2024 Republican presidential nominee in light of the US Supreme Court’s ruling on presidential immunity. …
Educator injured by student could lose her eye, calls on Gov. Abbott to make changes to education system
A Navarro County educator who was injured by a student earlier this month said she could lose her eye due to the incident.
Judge rules Kouri Richins, Utah mother accused of fatally poisoning her husband, will stand trial
Kouri Richins, the Utah widow accused of killing her husband with a fentanyl overdose and later writing a children’s book about grief, has been ordered to stand trial on murder and other charges, Utah District Court Judge Richard Mrazik ruled …
Latino advocacy group wants federal investigation of Texas AG over home searches tied to voter fraud probe
A prominent Latino advocacy group asked the US Justice Department on Monday to investigate Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton after his office launched a series of raids the group says was at the homes of Democratic activists and leaders on …
The U.S. Department of Education Sets the Stage for a Seamless FAFSA Experience: A Bold New Approach for the 2025–26 Academic Year
In a decisive move to ensure the smoothest Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) experience to date, the U.S. Department of Education has unveiled an ambitious framework for testing the 2025–26 FAFSA form, set to be available to students …
On 61st Anniversary of Her Uncles March on Washington, Dr. Alveda King Releases Song, With a Dream for Atlanta
As we remember the 61st anniversary of the iconic I Have a Dream speech, I am grateful for the powerful legacy left by my uncle, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. If he were here with us today, he would …
Houston Native Lt. Daniel Galvan: Serving with Honor Aboard the USS Barry
Houston proudly claims Lt. Daniel Galvan, a shining example of dedication and resilience, who currently serves aboard the USS Barry, a U.S. Navy destroyer stationed at Naval Station Everett in the Pacific Northwest. As the ship undergoes routine maintenance at …
Prepare for Your Future: Social Security Specialist to Speak at Missouri City Branch Library
As retirement looms on the horizon, questions about Social Security and Medicare benefits often come to the forefront. Luckily, Fort Bend County Libraries’ Missouri City Branch is hosting an informative session that you won’t want to miss. On Friday, September …
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at George Memorial Library with Ballet Folklorico!
Fort Bend County Libraries invites you to immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of Hispanic culture as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an unforgettable performance by Ballet Folklorico Herencia Mexicana de Houston. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 21, …
Breonna Taylor raid: Experts explain why felony charges against 2 former officers were dismissed
Four years after Breonna Taylor was shot and killed in her home, a federal judge has dismissed felony charges against two former Louisville Metro Police Department detectives who worked on the search warrant in the forced-entry raid.
Justice Department seeks to revive Trump documents case and defends role of special counsel
Special counsel Jack Smith is arguing to revive his office’s classified documents case against Donald Trump with a vigorous defense of its authority in the first formal filing since Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed the criminal case last month.
Body of missing Grand Canyon hiker found after flash flooding prompted rescues of more than 100 people
The body of a missing hiker was recovered along the Colorado River on Sunday after flash flooding in Grand Canyon National Park prompted the rescues of more than 100 people. Search and rescue operations began Thursday, when flash flooding swept …
Alaska city issues evacuation orders after landslide leaves 1 dead and 3 injured. Officials worry another slide could strike
A landslide in southern Alaska on Sunday left one person dead and three others injured, and some residents have been ordered to evacuate as officials warn another slide could strike nearby.
