California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against ExxonMobil on Monday alleging the company carried out a “decades-long campaign of deception” in which the oil and gas giant misled the public on the merits of plastic recycling.

In a city as diverse as Houston, celebrations of culture are always a big deal—and this Hispanic Heritage Month is no exception! The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH) are kicking off the festivities in a uniquely Houston …

In a city known for space exploration, it’s no surprise that some of Houston’s finest are pushing boundaries—not just upward, but deep beneath the surface of the world’s oceans. Enter Seaman Nya Davis, a proud Houston native and graduate of …

The season of love is upon us, but this fall, it’s not just about pumpkin spice and cozy sweaters—it’s about falling in love with a furry friend. BARC Animal Shelter, in collaboration with the BISSELL Pet Foundation, is making pet …

In a rousing press conference held at Houston City Hall, Mayor John Whitmire stood proudly alongside HOPE Union leaders to announce a monumental labor agreement that promises to significantly improve wages and retirement benefits for more than 11,000 dedicated municipal …

In a powerful demonstration of unity, Congressman Al Green, alongside Bishop James Dixon, President of the Houston NAACP, hosted a monumental press conference on Monday, September 23, 2024, addressing the vile and groundless prevarications recently spewed against the Haitian community …

Houston has lost one of its brightest lights and most formidable champions for justice, Judge Zinetta Burney, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 83. Surrounded by love in hospice care, she held the hand of her ‘adopted’ …

Aging gracefully doesn’t mean slowing down—it means finding new ways to thrive, and the YMCA of Greater Houston is making sure that local seniors do just that! On Wednesday, September 25, the YMCA is rolling out the welcome mat for …

As a proud Black congressman representing all the people of Texas, I know the invaluable contributions that Black-owned businesses make to all our communities. During my time on the campaign trail running to be the first Black U.S. Senator from …

The fight for economic empowerment and wealth equity is about to reach new heights. The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) has announced its highly anticipated 2024 Black Wealth Summit, set to take place at the historic Clark Atlanta …

This fall, Houston’s streets will turn pink for one of the most inspiring and impactful events of the year. The Susan G. Komen® Race for the Cure returns to the Bayou City, bringing together survivors, supporters, and advocates to raise …

Harris County is leveling the playing field for small business owners, especially for women and minority entrepreneurs, with the launch of the $17 million Harris County Opportunity Fund. Spearheaded by Commissioner Rodney Ellis, the Department of Economic Equity & Opportunity …

Meet Petty Officer 2nd Class Kalani Duong, a proud native of League City, Texas, who is making waves aboard the USS Kearsarge, a U.S. Navy warship based out of Norfolk, Virginia. With a journey that began at Clear Creek High …

On September 24, 2024, at 10 a.m., Harris County will make a splash—quite literally—as officials gather at Hutcheson Park for the highly anticipated ribbon cutting ceremony for the Hunting Bayou Federal Flood Risk Management Project, affectionately dubbed Project Hunting. This …

In a significant development for Houston’s wellness scene, Yu Sheng Chen, owner of several massage establishments, has agreed to permanently shutter ten of his businesses and exit the massage industry altogether. This decision follows a crackdown by the Texas Department …