Rice University Students to Relax and Unwind With Therapy Pets During Finals
During final exam days, Rice University students will have the chance to socialize and share furry snuggles with dogs and cats of various breeds Dec. 6-8 at the university’s Fondren Library, 6100 Main St.
First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Karen Pence to Visit Texas for Continued Hurricane Relief
First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Karen Pence will travel to Texas tomorrow, December 6, to continue their efforts in assisting those affected by this year’s devastating hurricane season.
Ruth Simmons Officially Named the 8th President of Prairie View A&M University
The Board of Regents of the Texas A&M University System unanimously voted Monday to name Dr. Ruth J. Simmons, a nationally recognized leader in higher education, as the 8th president of Prairie View A&M University. Simmons will assume the presidency …
Spanish Court Withdraws Arrest Warrant for Ousted Catalan Leader
The Spanish supreme court has withdrawn a European arrest warrant for the ousted president of Catalonia, Carles Puigdemont.
Tax Cuts Could Make It Harder to Fight the Next Recession
The Republican tax plan could squander some of Congress's precious recession-fighting bullets on a healthy economy.
Donald Trump's I-am-the-law Defense On the Russia Investigation
The President is the law, according to Donald Trump's personal attorney, John Dowd.
Billy Bush to Trump: 'Enough's enough'
During a Monday night appearance on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," Billy Bush again verified the authenticity of the "Access Hollywood" tape featuring President Trump's crude comments about women.
McDonald's Manager to Get $110,000 for Helping Catch Tampa Suspect
A McDonald's manager who gave police a loaded gun that led to the arrest of a suspect in a series of killings in Tampa will receive a $110,000 reward.
Report: Rep. Blake Farenthold Used Taxpayer Money to Settle $84K Sexual Harassment Claim
GOP Rep. Blake Farenthold settled a sexual harassment complaint brought by an aide with taxpayer money in 2014, according a new report published Friday -- making him the first lawmaker known publicly to have used a fund to pay a …
Announcement On Embattled Congressman John Conyers Promised Tuesday
Rep. John Conyers' attorney Arnold Reed -- who has been speaking for the Michigan Democrat amid allegations of sexual harassment -- will make an announcement Tuesday morning on a Detroit talk-radio show, according to a tweet by the lawyer.
All the President's Women Are Complicit
I am dying to know what's really going on with all the President's women. I vividly remember Ivanka Trump, in her blush-colored dress, introducing her father at the Republican National Convention in Cleveland. So compelling, so savvy -- her dress …
The Simple Reason Donald Trump Endorsed Roy Moore
On Monday morning, President Donald Trump removed any doubt: He's 100% behind Roy Moore's Senate campaign.
'Fire is still out of control' As Massive Blaze Forces Thousands to Evacuate
Pushed by powerful Santa Ana winds, a Southern California fire spread with explosive speed to 26,000 acres on Monday night, forcing thousands to evacuate in the dark.
5 Things for December 5: Travel Ban, Moore, Manafort, Yemen, Net Neutrality
Need that first cup of coffee? Starbucks just opened up its largest store in the world. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
CBCF 5th Executive Economic Summit in Houston - Dec 10-11, 2017
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) will be in Houston for their 5th Executive Economic Summit. Chairwoman Sheila Jackson Lee is hosting the distinguished delegation to discuss relevant economic issues, especially during this current post-Hurricane Harvey period. The focus and …
