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What we know about the drownings of 3 Mexican migrants near Eagle Pass, Texas
The drowning deaths of a woman and two children from Mexico near the US-Mexico border have magnified the rift between Texas and federal officials over who has jurisdiction in that part of the Rio Grande area and how to tackle the migrant crisis.
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Who Can Sue Trump Over Emoluments?
Three days into office, President Donald Trump was sued for allegedly violating the Constitution he took an oath to defend, but questions remain whether those behind the lawsuit have any standing to pursue a case.
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After Years of Not Waiting for the Facts, Trump Blames Charlottesville Vagueness On Just That
President Donald Trump, a man who has quickly and bluntly called out terrorist attacks for years and slammed his opponents for being too sheepish in the face of terror, said Tuesday that he gave a vague statement about violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, on Saturday because he wanted to wait for the facts.
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Minority Lawmakers Unified in Call for Impeachment of POTUS
Only two Presidents of the United States have ever been impeached in history. And if democrats have their way Donald Trump will be the third. Ever since January 20th, Americans have been shocked, angered, applauded, confused, and gone through an array of emotions with Donald Trump at the helm of running our country.
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Houston Native Lands Role in Tracy Morgan’s The Last O.G.
During the wee hours of the morning on June 7, 2014, Tracy Morgan almost lost his life after a Walmart trucker collided with his limo. But God was not ready for Morgan just yet. After eight days in a coma, many shattered and crack bones, severe brain injury, and a long recovery Morgan made his way back to life and back to the career he loves, comedy. Now he is set to star in his first major television role since that tragic accident and a Houstonian will be right along with him on set.
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NFL and the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business to Host Webinar for 63 Current and Former Players
Webinar to serve as introduction for NFL Business Academy
NFL Player Engagement has partnered with the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business to co-host a webinar on July 18 for active NFL players and Legends. Spouses and significant others are also invited to participate as part of Player Engagement’s commitment to involve players’ families in the professional development and career transition process.
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Ariana Grande Holds Benefit Concert in Wake of Terror Attacks
Ariana Grande returned Sunday to Manchester to honor the lives of those lost there. The singer and some of her famous friends held a benefit concert in the English city to benefit the victims of a terrorist attack that took place following her performance there nearly two weeks ago.
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Hill Russia Investigators Plow Forward, Mueller Meetings On Horizon
Shortly after Robert Mueller was named special counsel in the federal Russia investigation, lawmakers speculated that the congressional probes may be sidelined by the forceful new presence.
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Alejandro Sanz Named 2017 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year
Proceeds from the tribute gala and concert will benefit the charitable work of the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®
The Latin Recording Academy® today announced Spanish singer/songwriter and musician Alejandro Sanz will be honored as the 2017 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year during a prestigious gala held on Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2017 at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. An 18-time Latin GRAMMY® and three-time GRAMMY winner, Sanz will be honored for his artistry and substantial philanthropic contributions to organizations such as Doctors Without Borders, Save the Children and Greenpeace, among others.
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5 Things for Monday, April 24: France, North Korea, Trump, Afghanistan
Astronaunt Peggy Whitson just set a record for most days in space. This morning she talks to the President. Here's what else you need to know today to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
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Wedding Weight Loss Tips
Women about to walk down that aisle are very well known for doing some pretty extreme things to slim down for their big day, from the Master Cleanse, to eating bizarre food combinations, to drastically reducing their calories in general. Even more extreme, there has been recent news of brides-to-be wiring their mouths shut or resorting to the K-E Diet, where a feeding tube is used to slowly drip 800 calories of protein, water and fat from the nose, down the esophagus and directly into the person’s stomach every day for up to 10 days.
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5 Things for Friday, January 6, 2017: Russia Hacking, Border Wall, Facebook Live
Good Friday morning. And thank you. Why? Because 5 Things just hit 50,000 subscribers! It's a great way to start the year, and we appreciate the support. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
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Tillerson, Dunford to Meet with Russian Counterpart
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph Dunford meet face to face with their Russian counterparts Thursday, as the Trump administration evaluates the future direction of US-Russian relations.
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In Their Own Words: Patriots Describe Julian Edelman's Unbelievable Catch
If wide receiver Julian Edleman hadn't made that catch, the greatest comeback in Super Bowl history may never have happened, and the New England Patriots wouldn't have been Super Bowl champions.
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5 Things for Tuesday, February 21, 2017: H.R. McMaster, Travel Ban, Milo Yiannopoulos
Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door. You can also get "5 Things You Need to Know Today" delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up here.
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A Book By Descendants of African-American Civil War Soldier, David Carll, Chronicles His Battle on the Field and With Society’s Fierce Racial Discord
Meticulously researched by Francis S. Carl and Denice Evans Sheppard, contributors to an episode of the hit TV show ‘Who Do You Think You Are?,’ featuring their cousin Vanessa L. Williams. “Footsteps of a Forgotten Soldier: The Life and Times of David Carll” takes readers back one hundred and fifty years, as one brave African American signs up to fight in the civil war for the new Colored Regiment in the state of New York. However, returning from war brought the biggest battle of all – against a society that was growing increasingly intolerant with his interracial marriage. At a time when racial divides are once again growing, Carll’s descendants are sharing his story in the hope the nation doesn’t slide backwards into a state of irreparable damage.
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Vice President Mike Pence Gives Stern Warning to North Korea
US Vice President Mike Pence doubled down on the US commitment to Asia Pacific with a stern warning for North Korea, which he called the "most dangerous and urgent threat" to the region.
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5 Things for Monday, April 3: China, Supreme Court, Colombia
Welcome to the weekend, when the days of shopping tax-free on Amazon comes to an end. (But you have more space on Twitter to vent about it). Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
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PwC: 'We failed the Academy' in Best Picture Mess Up
PricewaterhouseCoopers has taken "full responsibility" for the mistakes and "breaches of established protocols" that led to "La La Land" mistakenly being named best picture at the Oscars on Sunday night in one of the most infamous gaffes in the show's history.
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The Changing Scope of Black Radio in Houston
Music has always been a connecting element for African Americans. From the moment we knew there was sound, we have used it to make music as a way to both entertain and communicate. In the early years, music was made with the use of our mouths and body parts. We advanced to add the dimensions of instruments. Those various sounds combine to make beautiful music and our yearn for a larger platform to showcase our musical talents grew.
