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Defending the Dream: 60th Anniversary – March On Washington

This week, we gather in solemn remembrance to honor the diamond anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom—a day that has transcended the annals of history and reverberates through the very sinews of our national spirit. As …

Bee Busy Wellness Center Triumphantly Shines at the Conclusion of 2023 C.H.I. & Expo

The much-anticipated 2023 Community Health Institute (CHI) & EXPO, presented by NACHC, drew to a triumphant close this week. The hybrid event, held from August 27-29, drew a massive crowd of over 2,000 healthcare luminaries, strategic corporate partners, impassioned consumers, …

McDonald’s Presents… the As Featured In Meal

The Golden Arches will drop its biggest global meal yet with menu items famously featured in movies, television shows and songs – plus one-of-a-kind experiences for fans throughout the month

Indulge in Flavorful Delights at NOSH: Houston Culinary Showcase 2023!

Calling all foodies, culinary enthusiasts, and flavor explorers! Houston's culinary scene is about to experience an explosion of taste, culture, and creativity like never before. Get ready to mark your calendars for a night of pure gastronomic delight at the …

Rise in U.S. Covid cases has people re-evaluating their risk

Even though there's an increase in Covid cases in the U.S., CNN's Meg Tirrell explains that the risk of getting Covid has declined because of acquired immunity.

Fish City Grill and Half Shells to Launch Tasty New Menu Items

Seafood favorites Fish City Grill and Half Shells are introducing a collection of delicious new menu items. Four new items are now available at all locations.

Washington Ho & Tony Buzbee launch HoBuzz, “Texas Sober” Delta-8 THC seltzer

Washington Ho – Houston real estate executive and star of “House of Ho” on Max – and Tony Buzbee – prominent national trial attorney and U.S. Marine Corps recon veteran – have joined forces to launch HoBuzz, a non-alcoholic, Delta-8 …

Largest study of brains of athletes younger than 30 finds early signs of CTE even in amateur players

A new study from Boston University’s CTE Center has discovered more than 60 cases of chronic traumatic encephalopathy, known as CTE, in athletes who were under the age of 30 at the time of their death. This is the largest …

Most cancer screenings don’t extend life, study finds, but don’t cancel that appointment

Most cancer screenings don’t ultimately give someone extra time beyond their regular lifespan, according to a new review of clinical trials involving more than 2.1 million people who had six kinds of common tests for cancer. But experts say this …

National Coffee Day is SEPT 29. To celebrate Eco-Friendly Steeped Coffee Helps You Chose the Perfect Roast

Even the most discerning coffee aficionados may think that taste, aroma, and body are all about the bean itself. But it’s actually the way that bean is processed and brewed that reveals coffee’s essential character.

Houstonian Claims Top Prizes in National ‘Create a New Kolache’ Contest

More than 1,200 entries were submitted and more than 1,000 votes cast, and now a Houston woman has been named the Gold Medal Winner in the Kolache Factory’s, nationwide 5th Annual “Create a New Kolache” contest! Lynn Geren wins free …

1 in 5 women – and even more Black, Hispanic mothers – report mistreatment during maternity care, according to CDC report

About 1 in 5 women were mistreated while receiving maternity care, and nearly a third faced discrimination, according to a new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Veganism: Plant-Based Meat Alternatives Are Good for Business

In the last 10 years, the plant-based meat industry has skyrocketed, and vegan restaurants have been popping up in mass numbers across the globe. Most people have heard of Slutty Vegan, the Black-owned vegan restaurant that aimed to bring vegan …

City of Houston facilities serve as cooling centers this weekend

City of Houston libraries will serve as cooling centers Saturday, August 19, and two multi-service centers and a community center on Sunday, August 20, for Houstonians needing to take refuge from the heat.

New Chick-fil-A creation may spark another sandwich war

Chick-fil-A’s first foray into the chicken sandwich wars was so successful that it’s launching a second entry, marking the first time the chain has altered its well-known fried chicken sandwich.