Suicide attempts increased among transgender teens when states passed anti-trans laws, study says
People in the United States who identify as transgender or nonbinary make up only a tiny fraction of the population, but they’ve been the targets of an outsized share of negative attention from lawmakers, a new study says — and …
Alabama is set to execute its second inmate by nitrogen gas, a relatively new method of capital punishment
An inmate in Alabama is coming face to face with death for a second time in two years as he’s set to become the second person known to be executed by nitrogen hypoxia, a controversial method critics say is tantamount …
Introducing the NEW Jammin' Bacon Hungr-Buster: A Flavor Explosion at Dairy Queen
Hold onto your hats, Texas burger enthusiasts! The Texas Dairy Queen Operators' Council is thrilled to unveil the **NEW Jammin' Bacon Hungr-Buster®**, a culinary creation that promises to tantalize your taste buds and redefine what it means to enjoy a …
Empowering Chicago: Larenz Tate to Inspire at the Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Summit
Get ready to be inspired! The Office of the Chicago Treasurer has announced that Larenz Tate—an actor, director, producer, and activist known for his compelling performances and unwavering commitment to community empowerment—will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming *Building …
Helene is here. Do these 14 things now to prepare
If you haven’t prepared already, the time is here. Hurricane Helene is expected to make landfall Thursday night along the Florida Gulf Coast near Tallahassee and then veer north, maintaining hurricane- and tropical storm-force winds and torrential rainfall into North …
Milestone at Milford: General Motors Celebrates 100 Years of Innovation
It’s not every day that you get to celebrate a century of trailblazing innovation, but that’s exactly what General Motors (GM) did this past Saturday. More than 7,000 GM employees, retirees, and their families gathered at the legendary Milford Proving …
These NFL stadiums will soon moonlight as emergency shelters during disasters
In addition to hosting thousands of football fans, NFL stadiums are about to double as emergency response hubs during weather disasters.
National Business Leader Kyra Rénel Hardwick Honored with Prestigious Entrepreneurial Award
In a remarkable show of leadership and influence, Kyra Rénel Hardwick, managing consultant of The Kyra Company, LLC, has earned the prestigious title of a 2024 Entrepreneurial Women of Impact Awards honoree. This national recognition, sponsored by JPMorgan Chase Commercial …
Houston Clamps Down on Unpermitted Pedicabs: New Towing Enforcement Begins October 1
In a city where big events like Houston Astros games and NRG Park concerts reign supreme, the familiar sight of pedicabs zooming through packed streets has become the norm. These pedal-powered tricycles with passenger compartments offer an easy way to …
Celebrating Culture and Community: Commissioner Lesley Briones’ 2nd Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival Shines Bright in Houston
In a city that thrives on diversity and cultural richness, few celebrations capture the heart of the community like Harris County Precinct 4’s Hispanic Heritage Month Festival. This year, Commissioner Lesley Briones is once again bringing the fiesta spirit to …
Mayor Eric Adams Indicted: A Seismic Event in New York Politics
In a stunning turn of events, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on federal criminal charges, marking a historic moment in the city's political landscape. As the first sitting New York City mayor in modern history to …
NYC Mayor Eric Adams indicted on 5 federal public corruption charges, including bribery and wire fraud
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on five federal charges related to bribery, wire fraud, and soliciting campaign contributions from foreign nationals, according to a 57-page indictment unsealed Thursday morning.
2024 Shaping Up as Strong Year for Houston Meetings and Conventions
Several major meetings and conventions booked by Houston First and held so far this year have broken attendance records as the city enters its busiest period of the year between now and Thanksgiving with at least 10 major conventions anticipated …
Astros Hispanic Heritage Weekend By AARP
This past weekend, Houston was buzzing with more than just excitement for the Astros’ game against the Los Angeles Angels. Minute Maid Park became a hotspot for a vibrant celebration of Hispanic culture, unity, and legacy, courtesy of AARP Texas, …
Chemicals linked to breast cancer leach into our foods, study finds
Nearly 200 chemicals connected to breast cancer are used in the making of food packaging and plastic tableware, and dozens of those carcinogens can migrate into the human body, a new study found.
