Houston Symphony Presents the Best of Broadway with Jeremy Jordan, February 24-26
Tony and Grammy-nominated Broadway luminary, Jeremy Jordan, returns by popular demand to the Jones Hall stage as Principal POPS Conductor, Steven Reineke, leads the Houston Symphony in hit songs from Jordan’s signature Broadway roles in NEWSIES! and Waitress, plus selections …
Congressman Al Green Condemns Killing of Tyre Nichols and Calls for Police Reform
“Following the brutal footage released last week of the killing of Tyre Nichols, we mourn the loss of Tyre – yet another unarmed Black man whose life was unjustly taken by a group of police officers and their deadly use …
Global economic outlook slightly 'less gloomy,' Europe ekes out growth
The global economy will weaken this year as rising interest rates and Russia's war in Ukraine continue to weigh on activity. But economists are more optimistic than they were just a few months ago.
Death toll from blast in Pakistan mosque rises to at least 100 as country faces 'national security crisis'
The death toll from a suspected suicide bomb that ripped through a mosque in Peshawar, northwestern Pakistan, rose to at least 100 on Tuesday, marking one of the deadliest attacks in the country in years as it faces what one …
Haywood County congressional candidate expected to plead guilty in campaign finance case
A Haywood County woman who ran for Congress is expected to plead guilty to accepting an illegal campaign contribution.
Mother raises awareness for congenital heart disease
Little Brendan is the strongest human Brandy Bentley has ever known.
Some military personnel still restricted from donating blood
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced gay and bisexual men can donate blood anytime, however, there are still restrictions on some groups of people, including some military personnel.
Oahu homeowner recalls near miss with boulder that crashed into her Palolo home
A 65-year resident of Palolo, Caroline Sasaki said she has never heard of a boulder falling from the west side of the valley, until one plunged into her own home over the weekend.
Tyre Nichols' brother describes a 'never-ending nightmare' as a prosecutor vows everyone involved in the fatal encounter will be scrutinized
For the first time since Tyre Nichols was fatally beaten by police, his brother Jamal Dupree is speaking publicly about the horror and anguish his family lives with every day.
St. Louis agrees to settle over Stockley protest arrests
Tonight, the City of St. Louis could pay more than $5 million to dozens of people who had their rights violated during 2017 protests in downtown.
Houston Is a Hotspot for High-Income Renters in Texas ─ Rich Renter Households Reached a High of 17,838 [New RentCafe Study]
America’s high-income earners seem to be getting a real taste for renting, according to RentCafe’s most recent study. Renters with an annual income of over $150,000 nearly doubled in five years, reaching a total of 2.6 million. Among them, an …
Houston Grand Opera Announces 2023 Concert of Arias Finalists
The competition will be livestreamed for at-home audiences, in addition to the live event and dinner
Jack and Jill of America Foundation is 55 years old today, oldest Black-led philanthropic organization
Jack and Jill of America Foundation (JJF) marks its 55th anniversary today by celebrating a year of record giving in 2022 in support of its mission to address issues affecting African American children and families, by investing in programs and …
Hobby School Survey Gauges Public Support for School Vouchers
A majority of Texans say they support some form of taxpayer-funded assistance for parents who want to send their children to religious or other private schools.
Taking on the Symptom that is Gun Violence and the Disease Behind It
We’ve had more mass shootings this year than we’ve had days this year.
