A spin-off deal saved TikTok’s US future. Sen. Ed Markey is questioning if it puts national security at risk
Sen. Ed Markey is demanding answers from TikTok and Oracle, arguing the app’s US ownership deal may still leave Americans vulnerable to Chinese influence.
Federal judge halts work on Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’
A federal judge temporarily blocked Trump’s proposed $1.8 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund” amid legal challenges over its constitutionality.
ICE agent charged in shooting during Minneapolis immigration crackdown is arrested in Texas
An ICE agent accused of shooting a Venezuelan man through a Minneapolis home’s front door during a controversial immigration crackdown has been arrested in Texas and now faces multiple assault charges.
Exclusive: Justice Department launches a criminal investigation into Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll
The Justice Department has reportedly opened a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll over statements tied to her lawsuits against President Donald Trump, though federal prosecutors in Chicago deny such a probe exists.
I tried to turn my phone off for a week. Why it didn’t work
Worried that she was getting addicted to her smartphone, CNN’s Antoinette Radford tried giving the device up for a week. The experiment did not go well.
CMCH Legacy Project Returns for Black Music Month at Eldorado Ballroom
CMCH’s annual Legacy Project blends live performance, visual art, and community programming to honor Black musical heritage and expands across multiple Houston venues throughout June.
The Community Music Center of Houston will celebrate Black Music Month on June 7 with performances, exhibitions, and tributes at the historic Eldorado Ballroom, plus June community activations across Houston.
Precinct 4 Expands Free Summer Food Programs for Families
Harris County Precinct 4 is launching expanded free summer food assistance programs to help families facing rising grocery costs and food insecurity.
Winds of Political Change Push Across Texas in Every Area
Texas voters delivered a political earthquake from Houston to Fort Bend as longtime powerhouses fell, rising leaders made history, and a restless electorate signaled that the future of Texas politics is arriving faster than anyone expected.
NIA Cultural Center’s 5th Annual Emancipation Gospel Celebration Brings Gospel Royalty to Galveston, the Birthplace of Juneteenth
Galveston’s 5th Annual Emancipation Gospel Celebration Concert will honor Juneteenth with gospel music, Black history, and powerful performances from gospel legends and rising stars.
Houston’s KSRC Media Plus Wins 12 Telly Awards, Proving Local Stories Can Move at Global Speed
Houston-based KSRC Media Plus earned 12 Telly Awards for its creative storytelling, spotlighting the city’s growing influence in media, advertising, and digital entertainment.
Fort Bend County Polling Centers Disrupted by Countywide Check-In System Outage During Runoff Election
A software-related failure temporarily shut down voter check-in systems at Fort Bend County polling locations during the May 26 runoff election, causing delays, provisional ballots, and brief disruptions before systems were restored.
TDECU Shares Budget-Friendly Summer Vacation Tips for Houston Families
Financial experts and TDECU are encouraging Houstonians to plan ahead, budget carefully, and use smart financial tools to make summer travel more affordable
Houston’s Pride In Business Celebration Names Francisco Sánchez, Jr. Co-Chair for Historic 10th Annual “Decade of Impact” Milestone
The Greater Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce will mark a decade of impact with its 2026 Pride In Business celebration in Houston, highlighting leadership, inclusion, and economic opportunity.
Culture Is Capital: BOMESI Summit 2026 Brings Media Ownership, Opportunity, and Economic Power to Detroit
BOMESI’s 2026 Summit in Detroit will bring together media, brand, and entertainment leaders to discuss the future of diverse-owned media and the $5.3 trillion cultural economy.
White Castle Breaks Ground in North Texas, Bringing a Century of Slider Royalty to the Lone Star State
White Castle is finally coming to Texas, bringing its iconic sliders, century-old fast-food legacy, and a new restaurant opening to North Texas.
Houston City College Teen Summit 2026 Opens Doors for Fort Bend Students to Dream Bigger, Build Smarter, and Lead Next
Fort Bend students are invited to a Houston City College Teen Summit designed to spark curiosity, explore careers, and show that the future starts now.
The Shackles Our Founders Warned Us About
A journey through one family’s history reveals that America’s founding contradictions and unfinished fight over freedom still shape the nation today.
Houston Event to Honor George Floyd’s Legacy with Community Celebration
Houston residents are invited to gather Memorial Day weekend for a community celebration honoring the life and legacy of George Floyd at Tom Bass Regional Park III.
Houston Public Library Receives $449K Grant for Technology Upgrades
Houston Public Library will upgrade broadband, computers, and infrastructure at 10 branches across the city thanks to a new $449,000 state grant.
