Politics

Subscribe

Cornyn Leads Effort to Combat Online Exploitation of Children

“As more and more children have access to the internet at a younger age, it’s critical that our law enforcement agencies have the support and tools they need to protect our children from predators,” Sen. Cornyn said. “By empowering law …

The Rolling Green Market Delivers A Taste of Hope Farms to Fans Across Houston

Hope Farms debuts its fresh produce throughout Houston's hottest spots with its mobile Rolling Green Market. After popping up this week at a surprise birthday party for Recipe for Success Foundation board member Bill Baldwin, the Hope Farms veggies will …

'Fuzzy' Fibers Can Take Rockets' Heat

To stand up to the heat and pressure of next-generation rocket engines, the composite fibers used to make them should be fuzzy.

Def Jam CEO Steve Bartels to Deliver Keynote at MIDEM 2017

Steve Bartels, CEO of Def Jam Recordings and a music industry veteran who has worked with some of the world’s top artists, will deliver a keynote presentation June 7 at Midem on scouting talent and developing new artists as well …

NTSB Investigates Texas Church Bus Accident That Left 13 Dead

National Transportation Safety Board investigators are trying to determine what caused a tragic accident that claimed the lives of 13 senior citizens after their church minibus collided with a pickup truck in the Texas Hill Country.

5 Things for Thursday, March 30: Bathroom, Travel Ban, Brexit

Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

Will Congress Finally Vote On ISIS War?

The Trump administration's deployment of additional US troops to Iraq and Syria -- and the prospect of increased operations in Yemen and elsewhere in the Middle East -- will ramp up pressure on Congress to formally authorize the war against …

Trump, Christie Promise To Combat Opioid Abuse During WH Session

Christie, an early backer of Trump's campaign, led the President's transition team before running afoul of Trump's inner circle and being replaced by Vice President Mike Pence. The New Jersey governor and former 2016 campaign rival has been an outspoken …

McCain Threatens Shut Down If Continuing Resolution Is On The Table

The Arizona Republican told CNN he wouldn't vote for a continuing resolution, a funding bill that maintains the previous spending levels. When asked how far he would go, McCain said he only had one vote, but that he wouldn't rule …

Proposed Budget Cuts for 2017 Include AIDS, AmeriCorps Programs

The Trump administration has given Congress a lengthy list of ways to cut $18 billion from the federal budget this year in an effort to offset its request for additional defense spending.

Storm Chasers Killed in Crash While Tracking Tornado

The three storm chasers pursued the raging tornadoes for years. When others fled, they drove closer to the spinning winds.

Kingston: No Difference Between Making Fun of Trump's Hair and Waters' Hair

A former adviser to President Donald Trump's campaign, referring to the controversy over Bill O'Reilly's remarks about Rep. Maxine Waters, said Wednesday there was a partisan double standard when it comes to making fun of someone's hair.

DREAMer To Be Released After 6 Weeks in ICE Custody

Daniel Ramirez Medina, whose immigration case drew widespread attention, will be released Wednesday, said his legal team.

Could Kidnapping Law Work in Tennessee Teacher's Favor?

Tennessee's kidnapping law is a little ... well, toothless when it comes to youngsters the age of Elizabeth Thomas, the 15-year-old allegedly abducted by her former teacher, according to the prosecutor in the case.

Hard-fought Victory': Flint Seals Deal to Replace 18,000 Home Water Lines

Flint is getting the money it wants to replace pipes that contributed to its water crisis, but it's not enough to persuade Vicky Jones to stay in the eastern Michigan city.