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Gen Z’s Voting Power: A Force Shaping the 2024 Elections

In the whirlwind of modern politics, one group is emerging as a dominant force: Gen Z. With just 56 days left until election day, new polling shows a fascinating trend—Vice President Kamala Harris is resonating strongly with young voters. By …

Tropical Storm Francine nears hurricane strength as it approaches Gulf Coast. Louisianans are already closing the floodgates

Tropical Storm Francine is expected to strengthen into a hurricane Tuesday as it charges toward Louisiana where some communities were evacuating and slamming closed their floodgates in anticipation of the storm’s likely landfall there on Wednesday.

Riverside General Hospital: A Beacon of Hope Rises Once Again

With its legacy deeply woven into the fabric of Houston’s history, Riverside General Hospital has once again made headlines, this time for a momentous occasion—a groundbreaking ceremony heralding the $200 million revitalization of its historic site. Over a century old, …

Miami-Dade police officer placed on administrative duty after Dolphins star Tyreek Hill detained before game

The Miami-Dade Police Department placed an officer on administrative leave Sunday after Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill was detained prior to the start of the season-opening game.

White House announces rule that would cut insurance red tape over mental health and substance use disorder care

The Biden administration announced a final rule on Monday meant to expand access and lower costs for care for mental health and substance use disorders. Most provisions in the rule will apply to group health plans and health insurance issuers …

Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers set to clash in NFL’s first foray into South America

There will be a unique backdrop to the NFL game between the Green Bay Packers and the Philadelphia Eagles on Friday, with the two squads set to hit the field in São Paulo, Brazil.

Holocaust Museum Houston Hosts Smithsonian’s “The Bias Inside Us” Exhibit

This fall, the **Holocaust Museum Houston** (HMH) will serve as the proud host of the Smithsonian’s critically acclaimed exhibition, **“The Bias Inside Us”**, an immersive community engagement project designed to explore and confront the subtle but pervasive influence of implicit …

School district doubles down on active shooter protocol with technology

“It's a sad thing when that happens anywhere. Unfortunately, it's something we have come to know as a society. We have to deal with it day in and day out now,” said Haysville Schools Operations Director B.J. Knudson.

Georgia school shooting: A timeline of events

In the wake of Wednesday’s school shooting in Georgia, a number of tumultuous events leading up to the tragic day stand out. Here is a timeline of developments that, according to officials and court records, occurred before, during and after …

Take the #BlackProstateCheckChallenge: Empowering African American Men to Combat Prostate Cancer

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and this year brings a new and essential movement aimed at encouraging African American men to take control of their health. Spearheaded by civil rights icon Charles D. Neblett, Ph.D., the **#BlackProstateCheckChallenge** calls on …

Congressman Al Green Applauds Biden-Harris Administration for Reducing Prescription Drug Costs Under the Inflation Reduction Act

As the nation celebrates the second anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA), Congressman Al Green reflects on the transformative impact this landmark legislation has had on lowering prescription drug prices and expanding access to affordable healthcare. Proudly …

Harris-Walz Campaign Raises Record $361 Million in August, Amasses $404 Million War Chest for Final Election Push

In a record-breaking August, the Harris-Walz campaign demonstrated the sheer power of grassroots support, raising an unprecedented $361 million. This staggering figure, the largest in presidential history, puts the campaign on a strong footing as it barrels toward the final …

Federal investigators seized phones at the homes of several top aides to NYC Mayor Eric Adams, according to sources

Federal investigators on Wednesday seized electronic devices from the homes of several top officials in New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ administration, including the powerful police commissioner and two deputy mayors, according to multiple sources familiar with the probe.

Hunter Biden pleads guilty to federal tax charges, in surprise move on brink of trial

Hunter Biden pleaded guilty Thursday to all nine charges in his federal tax case, in a surprise move on the day that an agonizing weekslong trial was supposed to begin.

From Algebra 1 to barricading doors: How the Georgia school shooting unfolded

The warning had come that morning by phone to Apalachee High School: There would be shootings Wednesday at five schools.