Stephen Knight, whose nonprofit saves lives by providing foster care for dogs while their owners focus on addiction recovery, is the 2024 CNN Hero of the Year.

America’s housing market is finishing a year of high prices, sluggish sales and elevated mortgage rates. But there are factors that could give it a boost next year. The Federal Reserve began to slash interest rates in September, but mortgage …

Big Lots is preparing to close its remaining 963 locations after a sale to save the bankrupt retailer fell through.

The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge moved slightly higher in November — but not as much as economists were expecting, an indication that price hikes aren’t accelerating in a worrisome fashion.

Party City is closing down all of its stores, ending nearly 40 years in business, CNN has learned.

Amazon delivery drivers are on strike in four states across the US. Those on strike say that 400 packages, long hours and little help are part of a regular day at work.

The federal government could shut down in a matter of hours if Congress does not cobble together a temporary funding plan on Friday.

Federal authorities plan to temporarily ban flights over critical infrastructure sites in New York state as the area deals with a rash of reports of drones, Gov. Kathy Hochul said Thursday. Hochul’s announcement came after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) …

Since the summer solstice back in June, the days have grown steadily shorter and the nights have grown steadily longer in the Northern Hemisphere. But that’s about to reverse itself.

In a groundbreaking step towards merging the world of art and science, The Health Museum in the vibrant Houston Museum District has unveiled its latest installation, The Reading Brain. As part of the institution’s Healing Arts Initiative, this exhibit promises …

As the sun sets on another historic election cycle, Latino Victory is blazing a trail into the future with bold leadership, renewed vision, and an unwavering commitment to uplifting Latino voices across America. The powerhouse organization, co-founded by icons Eva …

On Wednesday, December 18, 2024, Harris County celebrated International Migrants Day, a day that highlights the invaluable contributions of immigrants to our communities. This year’s commemoration was led by the Harris County Commissioners, who reaffirmed the county’s steadfast commitment to …

As the festive season fills the air with cheer, Houston offers a meaningful way to reflect on history and humanity. The Holocaust Museum Houston (HMH), a beacon of education and remembrance, is extending a special holiday invitation: free admission from …

In a bold and forward-thinking move, two iconic Houston-based public media powerhouses, KTSU and Houston Public Media, have partnered to deliver an unprecedented expansion of content, community service, and cultural reach. This strategic alliance aims to elevate The Vibe, KTSU’s …

A patient in Louisiana has been hospitalized with a severe case of H5N1 bird flu, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said, the first such case in the United States.