Tiger Woods accepts special exemption to play the US Open
Tiger Woods will tee up at the US Open for the 23rd time after accepting a special exemption to play the 124th edition of the major on Thursday.
What went wrong at Red Lobster
In 2003, Red Lobster ran an “Endless Crab” promotion. The all-you-can-eat deal backfired spectacularly.
Cardona condemns ‘abhorrent’ incidents of antisemitism as Biden administration ramps up response to campus protests
The Biden administration is ramping up its direct response to the college protests over the Israel-Hamas war, with Education Secretary Miguel Cardona sending a letter Friday to college and university presidents condemning “abhorrent” incidents of antisemitism on campus and highlighting available resources.
Good news: The worst could be over for gas prices this spring
Israel and Iran have been in open conflict. Ukrainian drones have repeatedly attacked Russian oil refineries. And OPEC continues to hold back oil supply.
There’s a new excitement around the WNBA this season
Ticket sales for the Chicago Sky have jumped. Celebrities are wearing Indiana Fever jerseys. Google searches for the league are higher than ever.
Evacuations ordered, homes damaged in Texas after storms spawn tornadoes and send rivers surging to Hurricane Harvey levels
Powerful storms unloaded flooding rainfall that swept away vehicles and triggered evacuations, delivered hail the size of softballs and spun up at least one damaging tornado in Texas Thursday.
‘She’s pure evil’: Nurse gets life in prison after admitting she intentionally gave patients excess insulin, prosecutors say
A former nurse who killed at least three patients and tried to kill more than a dozen more at nursing facilities across Pennsylvania has been sentenced to life in prison, the state’s attorney general said.
The Fall Guy Film Review
Telling someone “You have nothing between your ears,” isn’t a compliment. Telling a filmmaker and screenwriter “You have nothing between the action scenes,” also isn’t a compliment. Read on…
Megan Thee Stallion's Foundation Transforms Houston Youth Center with Generous Donation and Volunteer Efforts
Commissioner Ellis expressed gratitude for Megan Thee Stallion's impactful contributions to youth development in Houston.
Fort Bend County Launches 2024 Hurricane Preparedness Campaign with Digital Billboard Countdown
Fort Bend County, in collaboration with Clear Channel Outdoor, is set to launch a dynamic hurricane preparedness campaign featuring a virtual countdown on digital billboards across the area. This innovative approach aims to raise awareness and urge residents to prepare for the upcoming 2024 hurricane season.
Amber Spears Breaks Barriers as the First Black Woman to Earn a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Jackson State University
In a landmark achievement at Jackson State University (JSU), Amber Spears has become the first Black woman to graduate with a Ph.D. in civil engineering, marking a significant milestone in the institution's history and in the field of engineering. Originally from Detroit, Spears chose JSU for her doctoral studies, drawn by the rich cultural heritage of the university and its nurturing academic environment.
Good Soil Forum 2024: A Catalyst for Change and Growth in Entrepreneurship
A convergence of innovators and visionaries including Pinky Cole, Tabitha Brown, Arian Simone, Charles King, and Warren Luckett to participate
Get ready for a groundbreaking event as T.D. Jakes Enterprises brings the Good Soil Forum to the AT&T Performing Arts Center in Dallas this June 13-15, 2024. Positioned to enhance the dynamic entrepreneurial scene of North Texas, the forum aligns with pivotal cultural observances like Juneteenth and Black Music Month, spotlighting Dallas's role as a hub for innovation and business growth.
Houston Responds: Red Cross Opens Shelters Amidst Rising Floodwaters
As relentless rains batter Southeast Texas, the American Red Cross has mobilized to provide immediate relief, opening multiple shelters across Liberty, Polk, San Jacinto, and Montgomery Counties. This crucial intervention comes as communities face significant flooding, with rivers surging beyond their banks.
Democrats reintroduce federal CROWN Act legislation to ban hair discrimination
Democratic lawmakers have reintroduced legislation that would ban discrimination based on a person’s hairstyle or hair texture, marking the latest attempt in Congress to pass a federal CROWN Act.
Colorado nonprofit giving out $10,000 grants to help women buy their first home
Making ends meet in this economy can be tough, and buying a home, for many, is only a dream, but one nonprofit is empowering women in lower income brackets across the Denver metro area to make their dreams a reality.
4 Americans charged with ammunition offenses in Turks and Caicos, accused of bringing live ammo to the islands
Four Americans are charged with possession of ammunition offenses in the tropical Atlantic getaway of Turks and Caicos, according to a post from the Turks and Caicos Islands Government.
Saudi women’s rights activist sentenced to 11 years in jail, rights groups say
Human rights groups are calling for the release of a Saudi woman, who they say has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for supporting women’s rights and for the way she dressed.
Empowering Small Businesses: Comcast RISE Returns to Foster Growth and Inclusion - Apply Now!
Comcast RISE returns in 2024, offering grants and resources to small businesses for growth and inclusion. Apply now!
IRS plans to increase audit rates of wealthy taxpayers by 50%
The Internal Revenue Service detailed its plans Thursday to significantly ramp up audit rates of wealthy taxpayers and large corporations, using funds provided by the Democrat-backed Inflation Reduction Act that passed in 2022.
In Florida, a bestselling author is building a new community of literary resistance
The end of April is about to be the busiest week of Lauren Groff’s life.
