Exodus Women’s Conference 2025: A Divine Awakening of Purpose, Power & Praise
Houston is about to be set ablaze with spiritual purpose, personal empowerment, and unforgettable sisterhood as the Exodus Women’s Conference 2025 returns this August with a mighty call to action: “Break Free and Step Boldly into Purpose!”
The Black Man – A Mental Health Journey Returns to Houston for National Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental health takes center stage in a powerfully personal and creatively courageous way as "The Black Man – A Mental Health Journey" returns to the Houston stage on Friday, May 16 at 8 PM at the MATCH – Midtown Arts …
UnitedHealth CEO steps down for ‘personal reasons’
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty is stepping down immediately from his role for “personal reasons,” the company announced Tuesday.
Discover F&L Signature Dujour Wine: A Sip of Sophistication
F&L Signature Dujour Wine offers a refined experience for those who appreciate elegance in every pour. Curated with passion and sophistication, each bottle captures the essence of quality and culture. Discover more by following along on Instagram @mr.feltonlove.
Honoring Our Elders: HHSC Promoted Lifelong Wellness and Support During Older Texans Month
In May, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proudly celebrated Older Texans Month by spotlighting a wide range of resources designed to empower seniors across the Lone Star State. With more than 5.9 million Texans aged 60 and …
Houston Unites for Safety: Thousands Attended the Largest Disaster Readiness & Resilience Expo Ahead of Hurricane Season
On Saturday, May 17, 2025, Houstonians turned out in force at the George R. Brown Convention Center for the Disaster Readiness and Resilience Clinic & Expo, the city’s largest preparedness event ahead of hurricane season. Presented by CenterPoint Energy, this …
Milton C. Alford: The Flame That Opened Doors
Houston is a city shaped by heroes — some in uniforms, some in boardrooms, and others whose greatest legacy was simply being first. On May 6, 2025, Houston bid farewell to one such pioneer: Milton C. Alford, the first Black …
Falling asleep to your favorite show doesn’t have to ruin your sleep, experts say
You’ve heard the rule: No TV before bed. But many people find that it helps them fall asleep if they listen to something –– audiobooks, music, podcasts or TV shows.
FDA approves first cervical cancer screening device that can be used at home, company says
To get screened for cervical cancer, patients in the United States may no longer need to put their feet in those awkward stirrups, brace for the uncomfortable speculum or even take the time off from work for an in-person doctor’s …
Al B. Sure! Amplifies the Call for Health Equity in Organ Transplantation on National Stage
Music icon and health advocate Al B. Sure! is leveraging his powerful voice far beyond the stage, stepping boldly into the national spotlight to champion health equity in organ transplantation. As the Executive Chairman of the Health Equity in Transplantation …
Fan who fell onto field at PNC Park during Pirates game takes first steps
The fan who fell onto the field at PNC Park less than a week ago, identified as Kavan Markwood, took his first steps on Monday since the incident, according to a post on a fundraiser set up by the mother …
Mint julep: The origins of the Derby’s official drink
It’s impossible to think of another cocktail and sporting event so closely interwoven as the potent, leafy Southern sipper and America’s most famous horse race.
Whooping cough cases are climbing. Here’s what to know
Cases of whooping cough are climbing across the country this year, with about 6,600 already documented — nearly four times the number at the same point last year.
A guide to financial sanity now
The first 100 days of the second Trump administration upended a lot of things — not least of which was what investors, businesses and consumers thought they knew about the US economy.
Subway keeps shrinking
Subway’s footprint in the United States has shrunk again, falling below 20,000 for the first time in two decades.

