Jill Biden uses her soft diplomacy to make the case for partnering with the US during three-country Latin America tour
First lady Jill Biden on Monday wraps a six-day, three-country tour of Latin America with an agenda that focused -- at times with subtlety and others with direct intent -- on why a partnership with the United States has its …
Biden unveils his economic plan for countering China in Asia
President Joe Biden on Monday said the thirteen nations joining his long-sought economic plan for Asia were "signing up to work toward an economic vision that will deliver for all people on Earth."
'She is our future': A Democratic rising star seeks to make history in Georgia's secretary of state race
The two dozen volunteers who gathered outdoors on a humid Saturday morning had a very specific assignment: Fan out through the surrounding neighborhood in the hopes of persuading Democrats to show up in Tuesday's primary election and vote for secretary …
Supreme Court makes it more difficult for prisoners to argue they had ineffective counsel
The Supreme Court said Monday that state prisoners may not present new evidence in federal court in support of a claim that their post-conviction counsel in state court was ineffective in violation of the Constitution.
Eli Hart’s former foster mom says she feared him returning to his mother’s custody
Six-year-old Eli Hart’s family is continuing to share the feelings of grief and frustration they say have persisted since the boy was found dead in a car trunk near Orono Friday morning.
A Texas woman is wanted for the alleged murder of an elite cyclist who had a relationship with her boyfriend, authorities say
Authorities are searching for a Texas woman accused of murdering an elite cyclist who at one time dated her boyfriend.
HISD middle schools welcome next-generation emerging tech labs from Verizon
Houston ISD is proud to announce the launch of Verizon Innovative Learning Labs at Holland, Edison and Patrick Henry Middle Schools, made possible by Verizon, through a partnership with Heart of America and the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation …
Congressman Al Green Tests Positive for COVID-19
On Monday, May 23, 2022, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
Houston Grand Opera Appoints Jennifer Bowman as Director of Community and Learning
After an extensive search, Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to announce Jennifer Bowman as the company’s new Director of Community and Learning (formerly HGOco).
Harmony Public Schools, Texas State University System announce new partnership
The Texas State University System (TSUS) and Harmony Public Schools (HPS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish and expand collaborative efforts aimed at supporting HPS graduates as they apply to, advance in, and graduate from a TSUS member …
Founders of Turkey Leg Hut Bring Over 30 Classic Cars to Rick Ross Car Show and Win ‘Hustler of The Year’ Award
Houston’s Turkey Leg Hut (TLH) founders Lynn and Nakia Price received the “Hustler of The Year” award from hip-hop mogul Rick Ross on Saturday, after hauling over 30 classic cars to his palatial Georgia estate for the inaugural “Rick Ross …
Staying on the bold path: tips from Ford Foundation chief Darren Walker
What’s the best thing about working in an organization with a big social mission? The mission. I’ve worked in such places; I’ve come to know many more of them as a journalist, and I’m starting this new LinkedIn newsletter as …
Jackson State University Appoints Alumna Fran’Cee Brown-McClure as Vice President of Student Affairs
Jackson State University President Thomas K. Hudson, J.D., today announces the appointment of alumna Fran’Cee Brown-McClure, Ph.D. (’04) as the new vice president of Student Affairs, effective July 1. Associate Vice President Susan Powell, Ed.D., will assume new duties within …
“I wish I would’ve held on longer," said the father of a teen missing in Orange Beach waters
The unimaginable happened to a Louisiana family vacationing in Orange Beach. Saturday, their 14-year-old son was swept into rough waters and has not yet been found.
1 killed, 3 hurt in 300-foot fall down cliff in Palos Verdes Estates
One person is dead and three others injured Monday after falling down a cliff in the Palos Verdes Estates area.
