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Where state abortion bans stand amid legal challenges
In more than a dozen states, legal fights are underway over abortion bans and other laws that greatly limit the procedure after the US Supreme Court ended a constitutional right to an abortion on June 24. On July 26, the Supreme Court entered its judgment in the case, taking the procedural step that will start the process for some states to implement their so-called trigger bans on the procedure.
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Dog Haus Kicks Off April Announcing New Food Promos!
Dog Haus is giving their guests plenty of chances to save this month with promos for National Burrito Day and 4/20!
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Remarks by Vice President Harris on Climate Resilience
You know, it is a very challenging time in our country right now on this topic and many others. And it is good to be back in Miami with all of you and with the leaders who are here -- (applause) -- on the campus of FIU -- (applause) -- to discuss a very important topic.
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R. Kelly convicted of racketeering and sex trafficking by a federal jury in New York
Jurors have found R&B singer R. Kelly guilty of racketeering, including acts of bribery and sexual exploitation of a child, along with separate charges of sex trafficking.
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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.
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AT&T says service had been restored after massive, nationwide outage
AT&T’s network went down for many of its customers across the United States Thursday morning, leaving customers unable to place calls, text or access the internet.
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Learn About Evolution of Modern Architecture @ Cinco Ranch Branch Library program - APR 13
Fort Bend County Libraries’ Cinco Ranch Branch Library will present a program on “Modern Architecture” on Saturday, April 13, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, in the Meeting Room of the library, located at 2620 Commercial Center Blvd in Katy.
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Step Aside, Fried! Barbecue is the Thing at Abilene’s West Texas Fair & Rodeo, September 7 - 16
It’s fair food frenzy time in Texas. And this year, the State Fair has some friendly and flavorful competition from its counterpart down the road in Abilene. But it isn’t the aroma of all things fried that will permeate the air at Abilene’s West Texas Fair and Rodeo September 7 – 16. For ten delicious days, visitors can feast on barbecued everything, thanks to the Fair’s new “Step Aside, Fried” competition celebrating the true local flavor of Abilene.
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This Ohio Factory Owner Says She Has Jobs But Few Sober Applicants
An Ohio factory owner said Saturday that though she has blue-collar jobs available at her company, she struggles to fill positions because so many candidates fail drug tests.
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Ella Varner added to Houston 2017 Black Heritage Festival Line Up
Black Heritage Music and Arts Festival adds Grammy-nominated Ella Varner to the 2017 line up. Alongside Eric Benét, both icons will perform live at Discovery Green September 30, 2017 at Discovery Green from 4pm-10pm.
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Bill Cosby's Defense Rests Without Hearing From Famed Comedian
Bill Cosby's defense rested on Monday after calling just one witness, as the famed comedian declined to testify in his own defense.
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Cornyn Leads Effort to Combat Online Exploitation of Children
“As more and more children have access to the internet at a younger age, it’s critical that our law enforcement agencies have the support and tools they need to protect our children from predators,” Sen. Cornyn said. “By empowering law enforcement to communicate and coordinate across all levels, we can help make the internet a safer place for our children and guard against future threats. This bill builds on my work as Texas Attorney General, and I’m proud to partner with this bipartisan group to continue this effort at the national level.”
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Trump pardons Alice Johnson
President Donald Trump granted Alice Marie Johnson a pardon on Friday, after commuting her prison sentence two years ago.
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Whistleblower alleges high rate of hysterectomies and medical neglect at ICE facility
A whistleblower who previously worked at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Georgia detailed a high rate of hysterectomies and alleged medical neglect in a complaint filed to the Department of Homeland Security inspector general Monday.
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Protesters gather outside Ferguson Police Department on anniversary of Michael Brown's death
Protesters demonstrated outside the Ferguson Police Department on Sunday night to mark the 6th anniversary of the police killing of Michael Brown.
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How Did We Get Here And How Do We Get Out?
While driving my daughter to school I was listening to CNN on the radio as some commentators discussed Robert Woodward's latest book, "Fear: Trump In The White House."
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Academic and Behavior School Staff Know the Importance of CPR Training
Many people don’t think they will ever have to use cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), but having the training will help save someone’s life.
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Deadline for The Tom Joyner Foundation Full Ride Scholarship Program Approaching
Only one student will win a scholarship to cover all expenses to an HBCU of their choice, joining an impressive group of previous “Full Ride” Scholars
Tom Joyner is reminding students that the deadline for the Tom Joyner Foundation® ‘Full Ride’ scholarship program is rapidly approaching.
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Cotonavirus Testing Continues at the United Memorial Medical Center Despite Testing Shortages As Reported Across the Nation
“As a senior Member of the Homeland Security Committee, I am well aware of the critical importance of continued access to COVID-19 testing. Although shortages are reported nationally, the United Memorial Medical Center COVID-19 testing site in the 18th Congressional District remains active and testing will continue as scheduled. Monday-Thursday 8 am - 8 pm, Friday 8 am -6 pm.”
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Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Fights for Additional Funding for the Coronavirus Pandemic
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a senior Member of the House Committee on the Judiciary and the Homeland Security Committee, a Member of the Budget Committee, and Chair of the Congressional Coronavirus Task Force made several proposals to fight the rising crisis of the Coronavirus Pandemic.
