Mayor Whitmire Names New Department of Neighborhoods Director – Herbert Sims
In a move that fortifies the city's commitment to community development, Mayor John Whitmire has officially instated Herbert Sims as the Director of the Department of Neighborhoods (DON) for Houston, a position he has notably filled on an interim basis …
Reclaiming “Tree Hugger”
Most people think of “tree hugger” as a casual insult for a certain kind of environmentalist. The term actually has a proud history. It is time to take it back.
FTC votes to ban most employers from using noncompete clauses. But legal challenge is expected
The Federal Trade Commission on Tuesday voted to ban for-profit US employers from making employees sign agreements with noncompete clauses. Such a ban could affect tens of millions of workers.
Tennessee lawmakers pass bill allowing teachers, school staff to be armed
State legislators in Tennessee passed a bill Tuesday allowing teachers and school staff in the state to be armed.
Pilot proposes to flight attendant girlfriend in front of passengers
A spokesperson says the NBA is “looking into” an apparent incident involving Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokić’s brother, Strahinja Jokić, which happened after the Nuggets won their home game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night.
Space Center Houston to Showcase Global Young Talent at Conrad Challenge Innovation Summit
This April, the awe-inspiring Space Center Houston transforms into a hub of youthful creativity and pioneering spirit for the Conrad Challenge Innovation Summit, scheduled from April 23-27, 2024. The event marks the culmination of a year-long effort by high school …
Google has fired 50 employees after protests over Israel cloud deal, organizers say
Google has fired an additional 20 workers that it says were involved in protests last week over the company’s cloud-computing contract with the Israeli government, bringing the total number of workers fired to 50, according to the group organizing the …
University of Houston and Rice University Launch 2024 Business Accelerator Cohort at The Ion
In a continued commitment to nurture innovation and entrepreneurship, the University of Houston and Rice University proudly announce the commencement of the 2024 cohort for their acclaimed business accelerators, RED Labs and OwlSpark. This dynamic collaboration marks the 11th year …
Commissioner Ellis’s Statement on Texas Supreme Court Temporarily Blocking Harris County from Proceeding with Guaranteed Income Program
Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis on Tuesday issued the statement below to express his dismay with the Texas Supreme Court ruling that temporarily blocks Harris County from issuing $500 checks to 1,900 low-income families selected to participate in Uplift Harris, …
How moving from the US to Costa Rica’s ‘blue zone’ transformed this family’s life forever
When Kema Ward-Hopper and her then-fiance Nicholas Hopper, both from the US, decided to get married in Costa Rica, they had no idea that they’d end up relocating there a few years later.
How moving from the US to Costa Rica’s ‘blue zone’ transformed this family’s life forever
When Kema Ward-Hopper and her then-fiance Nicholas Hopper, both from the US, decided to get married in Costa Rica, they had no idea that they’d end up relocating there a few years later.
Scientists say USDA is sharing too little data too slowly on H5N1 flu
When the US Department of Agriculture announced late Sunday that it had publicly posted new data from its investigation into a bird flu outbreak in cattle, scientists eagerly searched a well-known platform used globally to share the genetic sequences of …
Second victim dies after a stolen 18-wheeler crashed into a Texas driver’s license office
A second person has died after a stolen 18-wheeler crashed into a driver’s license office in Brenham, Texas, earlier this month. “The victim is identified as Cheryl Turner, 63, of Brenham,” the Texas Department of Public Safety announced Monday.
Millions more salaried workers will be eligible for overtime pay under final Biden administration rule
Millions of salaried workers will soon qualify for overtime pay under a final rule released by the US Department of Labor on Tuesday.
Texas Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Harris County Guaranteed Income Pilot Program
The Texas Supreme Court has issued an administrative stay in the Uplift Harris litigation, temporarily blocking Harris County’s guaranteed income pilot program from proceeding until further deliberation by the Court. This decision comes after both a district court judge in …
