The Fed raises interest rates for the first time since July 2023
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point to 3.75%–4%, citing persistent inflation and economic pressures linked to higher energy costs and other factors.
Iran war expected to cause a spike in US inflation, according to budget watchdog
A new Congressional Budget Office analysis says the Iran war could add about 0.5 percentage points to inflation in early 2027 while costing the U.S. military roughly $38 billion through August 1.
Master milliner transforms silent battle against depression into wearable art
Master milliner Otis Damón turned sewing and hat-making into a powerful form of creative expression, transforming years of personal struggle into celebrated wearable art for stars including Whoopi Goldberg, Patti LaBelle and Ne-Yo.
Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi’s memoir details abuse in Iranian prison. She says she’s prepared for the consequences
After years of imprisonment and mistreatment in Iran, Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi is turning smuggled prison writings into a memoir documenting her fight for human rights and the personal cost of activism.
Sunny, the Obamas’ Portuguese water dog, dies at 14
Sunny, the beloved Portuguese water dog who brought playful energy to the Obama White House, has died at 14, remembered by Barack Obama as a cherished member of the family.
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts donates 600K to bring air conditioning to part of Northeast High School
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is giving back to Philadelphia students with a $600,000 donation to bring air conditioning to Northeast High School’s sweltering auditorium.
Trump sees three new GOP defections in House vote to end Iran war
The House has approved a third war-powers resolution seeking to end President Donald Trump’s military operations in Iran, with seven Republicans joining Democrats in the 220–204 vote.
Rubio announces new visa restrictions targeting South African officials for ‘race-based discrimination’
The Trump administration is escalating tensions with South Africa by imposing visa restrictions on certain officials it accuses of supporting race-based discrimination and uncompensated land seizures, claims Pretoria rejects.
As price of fuel ratchets up, so does anger of people who can no longer afford it
Skyrocketing fuel prices tied to the ongoing Iran war are fueling protests and economic pressure from Syria and Guatemala to Portugal, France and the Philippines.
Thomas Massie pushes surprise impeachment vote of Pete Hegseth
A rare clash inside both parties is putting the House in an unusual position, with dueling impeachment efforts targeting President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
3 Things We Learned From the First Two Episodes of HBO’s ‘JAŸ-Z in 8’ Docuseries
Hov sits down with Rick Rubin and rewinds three decades of ambition, artistry, mistakes and growth— revealing that even one of hip-hop’s most studied icons still has a few stories left to tell.
Thirty years after Reasonable Doubt, JAŸ-Z opens up about fame, creative instinct, hip-hop rivalries and the lessons behind a career that changed music and culture.
Legacy Community Health Takes Pharmacy Beyond the Counter With ‘Pharmacy Without Borders’
From Montrose to Lyons and Sharpstown, Legacy Community Health is expanding pharmacy access, lowering barriers and helping Houston communities live healthier.
Legacy Community Health is expanding pharmacy access across Houston with “Pharmacy Without Borders,” offering prescriptions, immunizations, medication support and delivery services to the broader community.
Texas Democrats Counter GOP Midterm Convention with Dallas Events, Voter Outreach
Voting access, economic concerns, health care, public education and voter registration highlighted during Democratic events across North Texas.
Texas Democrats held events across North Texas during the Republican National Committee’s first midterm convention in Dallas, focusing on voting access, economic concerns, health care, public education and voter registration.
Raising Cane’s Fundraiser to Support Make-A-Wish Comes to Houston-Area Restaurants
Houston-area Raising Cane’s restaurants are joining a September 16 fundraiser benefiting Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana, with 15% of qualifying proceeds donated when customers mention the fundraiser at checkout.
Rooftop Cinema Club Houston Brings Encanto to the Rooftop This Weekend
A Family-Friendly Sing-Along Also Offers a Fun Way to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Houston families can enjoy a special Encanto sing-along at Rooftop Cinema Club Houston on September 19, with a Mirabel meet-and-greet before the movie and a fun connection to Hispanic Heritage Month.
Top AI companies have discussed creating their own standards body
Anthropic, Google and OpenAI are discussing an industry-wide standards body that could establish independent testing and safety standards for advanced AI models.
Mother trains for first 5K after life-changing cancer journey
After beating breast cancer and losing 50 pounds, Powder Springs mother Talya Johnson-Parker is training for her first 5K while sharing her journey to inspire other survivors.
Doctor giving back to community that welcomed her as a child from Nigeria
A Nigerian-born doctor who grew up in Hialeah is giving back to the community that welcomed her by caring for local seniors in a powerful full-circle journey.
Median US income rises to highest on record even as Americans feel affordability pinch
U.S. median household income reached a record $87,460 in 2025 as the poverty rate fell to 10.2%, but persistent costs for housing, food and other essentials continue to squeeze household budgets.
Judge orders pause on ICE detention facility construction in Gilroy due to environmental concerns
A federal judge has halted construction of a proposed ICE detention center in Gilroy, California, ruling that the project failed to meet required environmental review standards.
