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Survey: Teen Girls’ Interest in STEM Careers Declines

New Survey by Junior Achievement Asks Teens about Career and Job Goals

A new survey by Junior Achievement (JA) conducted by the research group Engine shows that only 9 percent of girls between ages of 13 and 17 are interested in careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). This is down from 11 percent from a similar survey in 2018. Teen boys’ interest in STEM careers increased slightly to 27 percent, up from 24 percent in 2018. The survey of 1,004 teens was conducted from April 16 to 21, 2019.

Morehouse College grads are surprised by a billionaire's promise to pay off their student loans

Morehouse College seniors got a surprise Sunday when billionaire investor Robert F. Smith announced during his commencement speech that he would pay off the student loan debt for the historically black college's graduating class.

17th annual ‘Ride of Silence’ to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured on public roadways

Join the cause this Wednesday, May 15, for the 17th annual ‘Ride of Silence’ to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured cycling on public roadways.

YouTuber James Charles has lost nearly 3 million subscribers since his feud with Tati Westbrook

James Charles started the week flying high at the Met Gala. Now his career seems to be in free fall.

H-E-B Names Winners in 2019 Excellence in Education Awards

On Sunday, May 5, H-E-B announced statewide winners for the 18th annual H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards during an awards ceremony at the Fairmont Hotel in Austin. During the ceremony, H-E-B Chairman and CEO Charles Butt handed out $430,000 in cash awards and grants, and congratulated eight educators, two school districts, one early childhood agency and a public school board for being among the best in Texas. The program has given away more than $10 million in cash and grants to Texas teachers and schools since 2002.

New York Times: Tax Documents Show Trump Businesses Lost More Than $1 Billion in a Decade

President Donald Trump's businesses reported losses of $1.17 billion from 1985 to 1994, The New York Times reported Tuesday, citing information from tax documents from those years.

CVB Honors Partners in Tourism and Recently Retired CEO, Shelley Johnson with Special Guest Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser

The Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau (LC/SWLA CVB) honored partners in tourism who have made significant contributions to the tourism industry in Southwest Louisiana as well as recently retired CEO of the LC/SWLA CVB, Shelley Johnson, at the award ceremony held in honor of National Travel & Tourism Week on Tuesday, May 7, at Treasures of Marilyn’s. Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser was on hand at the ceremony to deliver the keynote address and assist with awards.

Beyond the Rhetoric: Congressional Black Caucus – Time for a Game Plan

The new 116th Congress has more Black participation than ever before. There are 55 members of the Congressional Black Caucus. There are two Black elected officials who chose not to belong – Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina and Congressman William Hurd of Texas. They see the Caucus as a Democratic association and they are Republicans. We wish they would reconsider. It is important that the Caucus is bi-partisan.

Trump tariff threats roil global markets for a second day

The Trump administration is taking stocks on a roller coaster ride. Investors are not pleased.

The Ensemble Theatre Announces Its 2019-2020 Season

The Ensemble Theatre Artistic Director, Eileen J. Morris, announces the theatre's 2019-2020 season including a commissioned world premiere and five regional premieres packed with drama, comedy and musical performances; and a series of alternative programing, youth initiatives, and fundraising events.

Mary Poppins meets James Bond: Will Meghan and Harry hire a Norland nanny for the royal baby?

Balancing the demands of work and a baby is a challenge for any new parent -- let alone one with the hectic schedule of a British royal.

The royal baby is a boy, Meghan and Harry announce

Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, gave birth to a boy in the early hours of Monday, Buckingham Palace has announced.

Harry and Meghan's new baby: What we know so far

The countdown is over. Meghan and Harry have welcomed a baby boy.

Busy Philipps' E! talk show has been canceled

Busy Philipps might no longer be quite as busy. On Sunday night, the actress announced that her E! talk show, "Busy Tonight," has been canceled.

Pheasant Run Resort Rallies in Support of Travel and Tourism Industry

Today Pheasant Run Resort announced a contest to help increase awareness of the impact travel and tourism have on the community of St Charles, IL.

Bingo de Mayo – Margarita Bingo

Lake Charles Symphony to host fundraiser May 5

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the Lake Charles Symphony for their inaugural Bingo de Mayo fundraiser on Sunday, May 5, at the Cash and Carry Building, 801 Enterprise, from 3 – 5 p.m.

The Court of Public Opinion: Where Punishment is Almost Certain, Actual Guilt Not so Much

To be clear: the court of public opinion is always in session. The court’s docket stays full and public jurists are always ready to decide cases based on ‘evidence’ presented by the media. The call to public jury duty is rarely dodged, unlike its true civic counterpart.

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