Remembering Floyd Newsum: A Visionary Artist and Beloved Founder of Project Row Houses
The Houston arts community has lost one of its brightest stars. Floyd Newsum, a revered visual artist, professor, and one of the founding pillars of Project Row Houses, has passed away. His death marks the end of an era, but …
Houston Community Unites for Walk to Defeat ALS® at Lone Star College Montgomery
On October 5, 2024, the Houston community will come together to support those battling Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, during the Walk to Defeat ALS in The Woodlands. Hosted by The ALS Association, the event …
Harris County Clerk's Office Hosts Fourth Annual Back-to-School Birth Certificate Event Amid Post-Hurricane Recovery
As Harris County continues to recover from the devastating impact of Hurricane Beryl, the Harris County Clerk’s Office (HCCO) is stepping up to support families with school-age children. On Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., HCCO …
Teneshia Hudspeth Elected President of International Association of Government Officials
In a momentous achievement, Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth has ascended to the role of President of the International Association of Government Officials (iGO). The announcement was made official during iGO's 2024 Annual Conference, which took place in New Orleans …
Walz agrees to October 1 vice presidential debate
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said Wednesday that he has agreed to participate in a vice presidential debate on CBS News on October 1.
Lamar High School Celebrates Brian Orakpo’s Inspiring Legacy
On Saturday, August 10, 2024, Lamar High School proudly welcomed back one of its most distinguished alumni, Brian Orakpo, a celebrated football star from the Class of 2004. Orakpo returned to tour the school’s newly enhanced weight room, a facility …
Communities In Schools of Houston Expands Impact with $443,152 Scaling for Success Grant
Communities In Schools of Houston (CIS) is set to make an even greater impact in the lives of students across the city, thanks to a significant grant of $443,152 from the national Scaling for Success initiative, funded by the Ballmer …
Texas-Sized Triumph: Winners Announced for 11th Annual H-E-B Quest for Texas Best
In a celebration of Texas's rich entrepreneurial spirit, H-E-B proudly announced the winners of the 11th Annual H-E-B Quest for Texas Best competition, held at Dallas’ iconic Fair Park. This year, four outstanding small businesses emerged victorious, taking home a …
Ashley Jadine Foundation Presents 7th Annual H.O.P.E. 5K Walk and Health Fair
The Ashley Jadine Foundation (AJF) is proud to announce the 7th Annual H.O.P.E. 5K Walk and Health Fair, set to take place on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Kitty Hollow Park in Missouri City, TX. This year’s theme, "Helping One …
$18M ARPA-H award supports Rice-led research on tumor analysis system for breast, head and neck cancer
Rice University, a beacon of innovation and research in Houston, is spearheading a groundbreaking initiative that could transform the landscape of cancer surgery. In a monumental stride for medical technology, a Rice University-led research team has secured up to $18 …
Houston Community Rallies Behind Young Hero D.J. Daniel in His Quest to Honor Law Enforcement
The heartwarming journey of Devarjaye "D.J." Daniel, a 12-year-old Houston boy with an indomitable spirit, continues to inspire countless people across the nation. Diagnosed with an incurable form of brain and spinal cancer, D.J. has embarked on a mission that …
Habitual Sex Offender Sentenced to Life Without Parole for Child Molestation in Harris County
In a landmark case that underscores the severity of crimes against children, a 42-year-old registered sex offender has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Manuel Enrique Arana Jr., a habitual offender with a long history …
Empowering Houston’s Diverse Entrepreneurs: Comcast RISE Grants Propel 100 Local Small Businesses Forward
In an exciting announcement that has captured the hearts of the local business community, Comcast has revealed the 100 small businesses in the Greater Houston area selected to receive the highly coveted Comcast RISE grants. This initiative, which has expanded …
Inmates at Massachusetts prison say they're facing retaliation after speaking out about lack of programs
nmates at a prison in Massachusetts claim the Department of Correction retaliated against them for speaking out earlier this year about a lack of programs there.
The latest pre-trial developments in the case of Idaho quadruple murder suspect Bryan Kohberger
The defense team of Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in their off-campus home in 2022, has requested to move the case out of town, saying in a recent memorandum he can’t receive a …

