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Campus Chronicles - September 5, 2024

The 2024 Fort Bend ISD Band Night, scheduled for October 1, will spotlight the exceptional talents of FBISD students in an evening of music and performance. The event will feature dynamic showcases from the marching bands, dance teams, and color …

Our Transition to the Green Economy Does Not Need to be Slow to be Just and Equitable

“What good is a dollar an hour more in wages if your neighborhood is burning down? What good is another week’s vacation if the lake you used to go to is polluted and you can’t swim in it and the …

AAMAzing Night of Magic: An Unforgettable Evening with Ben Jackson

Houston has always been a city that knows how to blend sophistication with a sprinkle of magic, and Thursday night, August 29, 2024, was no exception. The AAMAzing Night of Magic Fundraiser, held at the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel in …

Kamala Harris Secures Unprecedented Support: 11 Million Union Members Stand Behind Her Presidential Bid

In the high-stakes 2024 Presidential election, there’s one name that resonates deeply across America’s working-class communities: Kamala Harris. The trailblazing Vice President is not just a symbol of resilience and leadership; she’s a steadfast advocate for workers’ rights, fair wages, …

Jimmy McCain, Son of Late Senator John McCain, Endorses Kamala Harris: ‘Country First’

In a move that’s sending ripples through the political landscape, 1st Lt. Jimmy McCain, son of the late Senator John McCain, has publicly endorsed Kamala Harris for President of the United States. Known for his commitment to service, McCain, who …

Mayor Whitmire's August Update Newsletter

This month marks significant changes in leadership within our city's public safety departments. We have welcomed new leadership in both the Houston Police Department and the Houston Fire Department, ensuring that our city's safety remains in capable hands.

11-year-old boy confesses to killing former mayor of a small Louisiana town and his daughter

An 11-year-old boy has admitted to police he fatally shot the former interim mayor of a small Louisiana town and his adult daughter, authorities said.

Baby OK after lightning shoots through home ceiling; roof collapses after bad weather

A baby is OK after lightning struck a metal fence in West Park and traveled through a room where they were sleeping.

Man charged with murder in connection with the deaths of a California couple at a nudist resort

A man was charged with murder on suspicion of killing his neighbors at a California nudist resort, San Bernardino County District Attorney Jason Anderson announced Tuesday afternoon in a news conference.

30-year-old charged with murder in connection with train shooting near Chicago that killed 4 passengers, police say

A Chicago man has been charged with murder in connection with the fatal shootings of four passengers who appeared to be sleeping on a Chicago Transit Authority train Monday morning, police say.

Carjackers crash stolen car into home, flee scene, police say

Philadelphia police are searching for three men who they say stole a car at gunpoint and then crashed it into a home in West Philadelphia.

Former aide to New York governors charged with acting as an agent of the Chinese government

A former aide to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and former Gov. Andrew Cuomo was charged with acting as an agent for the Chinese government, US Attorney Breon Peace announced Tuesday.

Houston: A Beacon for Hispanic Literature Recovery and Cultural Preservation

Houston stands tall as a vibrant epicenter for Hispanic literature recovery and cultural preservation in Texas, reflecting the city's deep-rooted connection to Hispanic heritage. With Hispanics comprising 44% of the city's population, according to the latest U.S. Census, the influence …

Remarks by Vice President Harris at a Campaign Event

Can we hear it for Tyrese? (Applause.) Tyrese, I want to thank you for your extraordinary leadership and all of your words and the heart and soul that you put into your work, like I know all the members of …

Team Harris-Walz Shatters Records with Historic $25 Million Investment in Down-Ballot Democrats

In an unprecedented show of support for the Democratic Party, the Harris-Walz campaign has announced a record-breaking $25 million investment in down-ballot races across the nation. This landmark transfer, the largest ever in a presidential election cycle, underscores the campaign's …