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Michigan measles outbreak linked to outbreak in New York

Michigan health officials confirmed the measles outbreak in Oakland County is linked to the ongoing outbreak in New York.

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Flint gets $77 million to pay for water projects

The city of Flint is getting another $77 million in funding from the state to pay for water infrastructure improvements.

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Rapper Boosie BadAzz Faces Drug And Gun Charges

Louisiana rapper Boosie BadAzz is facing multiple charges after police in Newnan, Georgia, said they found a gun, marijuana and more than $20,000 in his car during a traffic stop.

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How to Prep Financially When Changing Jobs

The average American will hold 11.7 jobs between the ages of 18 and 48, according to The Bureau of Labor Statistics. If a job change is on your horizon, remember that a new salary and benefits package bring new financial considerations.

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Travel misery and hundreds of car crashes as a spring storm hits parts of the US

A major spring storm unloaded heavy snow and blizzard conditions from the Dakotas to Minnesota, and is expected to make travel a nightmare for the 1.6 million people in its path as it makes its way toward Canada.

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Australian rugby star Israel Folau's 'unacceptable' homophobic posts under investigation

A series of "unacceptable" homophobic and transphobic social media comments posted by Australian rugby player Israel Folau are being investigated by the sport's governing body.

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Texas legislators considering making abortion potentially punishable by death

Texas lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow a woman who undergoes an abortion procedure to possibly be charged with capital murder -- a crime punishable by death in Texas.

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American Diabetes Association Announces Risk Test Campaign in Partnership with Harris County Precinct One Commissioner Rodney Ellis

Precinct One Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and members of the medical profession on Wednesday, April 3 announced a campaign to inform people about a 60-second online “Know Your Risk” test for type 2 diabetes.

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Deputies: Man used tile scraper to kill 8-pound chihuahua during domestic dispute

A Venice man has been arrested after he reportedly used a tile scraper to kill an 8-pound chihuahua during a domestic dispute.

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Scientists just captured a record 17-foot-long python in Florida

The Burmese python is one of the largest snakes in the world. But even by python standards, this one was colossal.

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Family Day at Sylvester Turner Park The Fun Begins April 13

Sylvester Turner Park is where the fun begins this Saturday with music, baseball, games and food.

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Superintendent Certification Program Launches at HCDE with Optimistic Job/Pay Forecasts

The employment outlook is positive for aspiring school superintendents as an increase in jobs and pay is forecasted. Harris County Department of Education launches its 11-month, accelerated Superintendent Certification Institute on Aug. 10, 2019 to meet demands for the growing profession and an expanding, ethnically diverse student population in Texas.

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Houston Parks Board's Fifth Annual Bayou Greenway Day Attracts Thousands of People to Mason Park

Mayor Sylvester Turner and city VIPs celebrated Bayou Greenways 2020

Houston Parks Board’s fifth annual Bayou Greenway Day was its most successful to date, garnering its highest community member attendance and its broadest participation of community and city event partners. Presented by Noble Energy, approximately 6,000 adults, teens, and children took part in the free festival at Mason Park along Brays Bayou Greenway.

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MCTX City Manager Anthony J. Snipes Elected as National President And Board Chair of National Forum for Black Public Administrators

MCTX is proud to announce that City Manager Anthony J. Snipes has been elected to serve as National President and Board Chair on the Board of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA). At his inauguration on Saturday, April 6, 2019 during the organization’s national conference in Orlando, Fla., NFBPA leaders recognized Snipes for his exemplary municipal leadership, national professional networks and ongoing commitment to public service.

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Man throws drill at courthouse to get arrested

One Clayton County man was determined to get arrested and even drew the attention of the United States Secret Service.

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Delta Sigma Theta, Harris County DA’s Office Host #NotMeToo Seminar

HOUSTON AWARENESS + ACTION = SOCIAL CHANGE

The Bay Area Houston Alumnae (BAHA) Chapter of Delta Sigma Sorority, Inc., in partnership with the Harris County District Attorney Office Sex Crimes Division presents: #Not ME TOO, A Conversation Between Sisters, Women, and Friends!

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MoneyLIVE - Financial Literacy and Scholarship Event for Students

Event promotes education and understanding of various financial concepts

Alliance Financial Ministries, Inc. will host its 7th annual one-day student financial literacy event. This FREE event is for high school students who desire to learn about and prepare for their financial future. MoneyLIVE is a fun interactive, event designed to educate students and engage students in a variety of real-life financial situations in which they have to make decisions.

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Sisters Network® Inc. to Host 9th Annual National African American Breast Cancer 5K Walk/Run

Funds raised benefit the Breast Cancer Assistance Program (BCAP)

Sisters Network® Inc. (SNI), the only national African American breast cancer survivorship organization in the United States today announced over 5,000 participants are expected to walk/run on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 8:00 a.m., at the 9th Annual Stop the Silence National African American Breast Cancer 5K walk/run. The event will be held at the Discovery Green Park, 1500 McKinney, Houston, TX. 77010.

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H-E-B Seeks Experienced Drivers in Greater Houston

Hiring continues at one of Texas’ best places to work

H-E-B continues to innovate and grow throughout the Lone Star State with plans to expand its roster of truck drivers. Interested and qualified drivers are invited to the Friday, April 12th event at Houston community College Campus located at 555 Community College Dr, Houston TX 77013. Doors are open 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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A dream trip for a US tourist became a nightmare abduction but ended with her rescue

It was Kimberly Sue Endicott's dream to go on an excursion to see gorillas in their natural habitat.