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Couple in a severe Uber crash can’t sue because of an Uber Eats order

A married New Jersey couple that was in a severe accident during an Uber ride can’t sue the company because they and their daughter agreed to arbitration when they accepted the terms of service for a separate Uber Eats order, …

Certain college grads can now be air traffic controllers immediately

The Federal Aviation Administration says that graduates of two college air traffic control programs can now bypass the agency’s backlogged training academy.

How to help Hurricane Helene victims

Millions of people from coastal Florida to the Blue Ridge Mountains are reeling in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The storm made landfall on Florida’s Big Bend as a Category 4 hurricane – the strongest on record to strike the …

Mayor Whitmire Honors Houston’s Hispanic Trailblazers: Celebrating Legacy, Leadership, and Community Excellence

In a city known for its diversity and vibrant culture, Houston once again shines during Hispanic Heritage Month, thanks to the leadership of Mayor John Whitmire and the Mayor’s Hispanic Advisory Board. The annual celebration kicked off on October 1st …

Taking Care of Business: Houston’s State of the City 2024

Houston’s State of the City 2024 event was nothing short of electric. The energy in the room was palpable, with a full house of enthusiastic Houstonians coming together to reflect on the city's progress and the road ahead. The city’s …

Houston Public Library Resumes Print Charges: A Necessary Shift for Sustainability

The days of free printing at the Houston Public Library are coming to an end. Beginning November 1, 2024, the library will resume charging for document printing services, a move prompted by the need to balance budgets while still serving …

Judge Clarease Rankin Yates Retires: A Legacy of Justice, Leadership, and Community Empowerment

After more than three decades of trailblazing service, Judge Clarease Rankin Yates has reached a new chapter in her illustrious career—her retirement. A pioneer in every sense of the word, Judge Yates was appointed to the U.S. Immigration Court in …

PVAMU’s New Dean of Juvenile Justice Seeks to Transform the System, One Youth at a Time

Dr. Kareem Jordan, the newly appointed Dean of the College of Juvenile Justice (COJJ) at Prairie View A&M University, is a man on a mission. His vision? To redefine the impact of juvenile justice education across Texas and beyond. As …

The 6 ingredients of relationship success

I bet you’ve experienced sexual chemistry with someone. But have you experienced what’s called sexual harmony? Maybe you’ve fallen in love? But was it “emergent love,” a concept that requires certain elements for love to emerge? And once your relationship …

Latest CNN ‘Road to 270’ map sees small but consequential move in Harris’ direction

The 2024 presidential electoral battleground map has proved to be remarkably stable over the past two months after the race was reshaped with Vice President Kamala Harris’ elevation to the top of the Democratic ticket.

Leon Coffee: A Barrel of Legacy Rolls Into the RODEOHOUSTON® Hall of Fame

In the world of rodeo, legends are born not just from the saddle, but from the grit, laughter, and heart behind the scenes. And in 2025, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (RODEOHOUSTON®) will honor one such icon—Leon Coffee. The …

Caroline Giuliani's Plea: Donald J. Trump Took My Father, Don’t Let Him Take Our Country Too

Caroline Giuliani never imagined she'd be writing about the downfall of her father, Rudy Giuliani, in such stark terms. But in a powerful and personal reflection, she reveals how Donald J. Trump not only shattered her father's life but threatens …

The Oaks: A Game-Changer for Houston’s Housing Market

In a city known for its sprawling suburban developments, it’s not every day that a new community promises both luxury living and affordable housing options in the same space. But today, the Houston Housing Authority, in partnership with Allen Harrison …

Urgent Call to Action: Red Cross Needs Disaster Shelter Volunteers as Climate Crisis Fuels Rising Storms

As the frequency of extreme weather disasters surges, the American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast Region is sending out a clarion call for volunteers to step up and assist in disaster shelters across the nation. With hurricanes like the devastating …

Commissioner Ellis Voices Support for Longshoremen’s Right to Strike for Fair Wages

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis on Tuesday voiced strong support for International Longshoremen's Association members and their right to peacefully strike for better wages and rights on the job. Below is Commissioner Ellis’s statement: