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Supreme Court’s conservatives are poised to strike down elementary school policy denying opt-outs for LGBTQ+ books

The Supreme Court’s conservative majority on Tuesday signaled it will require schools to provide opt-outs for parents who have religious objections to LGBTQ+ books read in elementary schools, an outcome that would continue the court’s years-long push to expand religious …

Harvard’s lawsuit sets up monumental clash between America’s most prestigious university and the Trump administration

Harvard University’s lawsuit against the Trump administration has set up a titanic clash between America’s most prestigious university and the federal government over academic freedom, federal funding and campus oversight.

Sharon Lokedi smashes women’s course record at the Boston Marathon, John Korir wins men’s race

Kenya’s Sharon Lokedi won a thrilling battle over compatriot and two-time defending champion Hellen Obiri at the Boston Marathon, smashing the course record in the process.

One small thing you can do to help reduce your role in the climate crisis

At most places Melissa Valliant goes when dining out, she carries in her backpack a set of reusable flatware — prepared to refuse the disposable utensils she says are part of the plastic pollution crisis that’s inextricably linked with the …

Hailey Bieber shares she has ovarian cysts

Hailey Bieber has opened up about her health. “Currently have two ovarian cysts,” she shared on her on Instagram Stories Monday. “If you deal with ovarian cysts I’m right there with ya!”

Rubio unveils first stage of plan to cut State Department

Secretary of State Marco Rubio rolled out the first stage of a major plan to reorganize the US State Department on Tuesday with changes that will eliminate 132 domestic offices, cut around 700 positions in Washington, DC, and close offices …

Who will be the next pope? Here are some possible candidates

An old saying about papal elections goes as follows: “He who enters the conclave as pope, leaves it as a cardinal.” In other words, any candidate seen as the frontrunner before the voting begins should be treated with caution, and …

🗳️ Don’t Wait—Activate! Early Voting Has Begun in Harris County with Commissioner Rodney Ellis Leading the Charge

Houston, it’s officially go time. With early voting in full swing, Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis is turning up the volume on civic participation and turning out the vote—and he’s got one message for every eligible voter in our community:

Campus Chronicles - April 23, 2025

On April 12, 2024, Pasadena ISD celebrated the reopening of Kruse Elementary’s SPARK Park, originally dedicated in 2013. The event brought together students, staff, and community members for a day of celebration and performances.

Houston Native Alan Reyesluna Carves Out a Bright Future in the U.S. Navy's Elite Machinery Repairman Program

In the heart of the U.S. Navy's Surface Warfare Engineering School Command at Great Lakes, one Houston native is turning precision and perseverance into a powerful career. Seaman Apprentice Alan Reyesluna, a proud Houstonian, is making waves as he perfects …

A Hometown Hero Returns: Daphne and Dennis Haskin Host Houston Fundraiser for Virginia House Speaker Don Scott

In a powerful political homecoming steeped in purpose and pride, Houston is rolling out the blue carpet for one of its own. Speaker Don Scott, a proud graduate of Houston’s Jones High School, is returning to his roots for a …

College Smart, Community Strong – Houston Community College Champions Economic Mobility During National Community College Month

In a world where rising tuition can derail even the most ambitious dreams, Houston Community College (HCC) stands tall—proving that the path to prosperity doesn’t have to begin in deep debt. As the nation celebrates Community College Month, HCC, one …

Poisoning Our Future: The Trump Administration's Dangerous Coal Exemptions

Another day, another deadly move that defies logic, morality, and economic common sense.

Meet the Candidates, Shape the Future: 2025 Fort Bend Candidate Forum Set for April 26th

Democracy is knocking, and Fort Bend County residents are invited to open the door wide. On Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 12 PM, civic engagement will take center stage at the 2025 Fort Bend Candidate Forum, hosted at the University …

Pope Francis, voice for the poor who transformed the Catholic Church, dies on Easter Monday

Pope Francis, a voice for the poor who overcame fierce resistance to reshape the Catholic Church, died on Easter Monday at the age of 88, the Vatican announced.