LA Times: Probe into Hayden Panettiere’s death focuses on whether she got drugs from a Southern California dealer
Federal authorities are investigating whether counterfeit oxycodone supplied by a Southern California dealer played a role in Hayden Panettiere’s death, while toxicology results remain pending.
Trump said the GOP’s midterm convention outperformed the NFL. Ratings show otherwise
Trump claimed his GOP midterm convention beat the NFL in viewership, but Nielsen data shows the Seahawks-Patriots opener drew more than 25 million viewers—far surpassing his speech.
For the first time, Japan has more than 100,000 centenarians
Japan’s centenarian population has surpassed 100,000 for the first time, highlighting the country’s remarkable longevity while underscoring the challenges of a rapidly aging society.
Supreme Court rejects Trump’s plan to limit mail-in voting in midterms
The Supreme Court has blocked the Trump administration’s proposed new mail-ballot rules from taking effect before the 2026 midterms, leaving existing state procedures in place for now.
Missile shortages, damage to US facilities: Pentagon watchdog issues first review of Iran war
A new Pentagon watchdog report reveals the heavy toll of the Iran war, including widespread damage to U.S. bases, diplomatic facilities and critical munitions stockpiles across the Middle East.
FBISD Trustee Shirley Rose-Gilliam Gets Ready for Election
Veteran educator and Board Secretary seeks another term in a six-candidate Position 4 race to help guide one of Texas’ largest, most diverse school districts.
Veteran educator and current FBISD Board Secretary Dr. Shirley Rose-Gilliam seeks another term in a six-candidate Position 4 race as Fort Bend voters prepare to shape the future of one of Texas’ largest school districts.
Houston’s Paul Cornish Comes Home Swinging as DACAMERA Launches Jazz Season with Joshua Redman
Ten-time Grammy nominee Joshua Redman brings his Blue Note quartet to Wortham Theater Center October 17, joined by Houston-born pianist Paul Cornish for a hometown jazz celebration.
Houston-born pianist Paul Cornish returns home with Joshua Redman for a powerhouse DACAMERA season opener that puts H-Town jazz talent on the international stage.
The Cat Is Back! ‘The Cat in the Hat’ Brings Big-Screen Mischief, Magic and Family Fun This November
Dr. Seuss’ legendary troublemaker gets a colorful new animated adventure as Bill Hader puts on the famous red-and-white hat for families everywhere.
The Cat in the Hat is bringing big laughs, colorful chaos and a whole lot of Seuss magic to movie theaters this November—perfect for a family outing.
What Is the Value of Ben & Jerry's Without the Values of Ben and Jerry?
Jerry Greenfield quit a year ago this week, saying the company had been silenced. Now he and Ben are asking for our help.
A Ben & Jerry’s co-founder says the brand’s corporate ownership is eroding the social values that helped make its name iconic—and is urging customers to push back.
Houston City College Selected for ‘National Workforce Futures Accelerator’
Google.org-backed national initiative places HCC among an elite cohort of community colleges.
Houston City College is helping students get real-world career experience before graduation through a new national workforce initiative backed by ACCT and Google.org.
Texas Dairy Queen Starts National Cheeseburger Day Celebration Early
Texas Dairy Queen restaurants are celebrating National Cheeseburger Day early with a five-day offer for a free Hungr-Buster with cheese with a $1 or more purchase through the DQ App.
States sue to stop Trump rule that would make it harder for some immigrants to get green cards
New York and 21 other states are challenging a Trump administration immigration rule that could broaden how public benefits are considered in green card, visa and entry decisions, setting up another major legal fight over immigration policy.
From lime green rollerblades to Team USA: Teen training for World Championships
At just 14, Colorado speed skater Zykyrah “Ky” Bess-Reed has gone from lime green rollerblades to Team USA, but a costly trip to the World Championships in Paraguay could determine how far her dreams can go.
What we know as a man charged in Tasia Fortune’s death heads to court
The murder charge in the death of 29-year-old mother Tasia Fortune has intensified calls for answers in Mississippi as investigators continue examining how she died and whether additional arrests are coming.
They created Siri before Apple bought it. They’re still waiting for their original vision to come true
Apple is giving Siri its biggest AI makeover yet, transforming the longtime voice assistant into a tool that can understand your screen, access personal information and take action across apps.
Political debate over AI intensifies amid warnings about ‘catastrophic risk’
Washington is split over how to handle rapidly advancing AI, with Democrats pushing for stronger safeguards while Republicans warn that aggressive regulation could undermine the U.S. race against China.
Iran reports commercial vessel struck in Strait of Hormuz
A reported deadly strike on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, coupled with escalating Houthi attacks in Yemen, is deepening fears over the security of two critical global shipping routes.
After 18 years in Baltimore, John Harbaugh faces his biggest challenge yet: Turning around the New York Giants
After 18 years in Baltimore, John Harbaugh begins a new chapter with the Giants, bringing his winning culture, physical style and high expectations to a team desperate for a turnaround.
Michigan landscaping company demanding answers after 6 workers stopped by ICE agents
Six landscaping workers legally in the U.S. on H-2B visas were stopped by nine ICE vehicles, sparking questions about what prompted the encounter and whether the workers were targeted.
Trump says Iran likely responsible for attack that shut vital Saudi oil pipeline
A new drone attack on Saudi Arabia’s vital oil pipeline is raising fresh fears that the Iran war could threaten one of the world’s key energy lifelines.
