On 61st Anniversary of Her Uncles March on Washington, Dr. Alveda King Releases Song, With a Dream for Atlanta
As we remember the 61st anniversary of the iconic I Have a Dream speech, I am grateful for the powerful legacy left by my uncle, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. If he were here with us today, he would …
Houston Native Lt. Daniel Galvan: Serving with Honor Aboard the USS Barry
Houston proudly claims Lt. Daniel Galvan, a shining example of dedication and resilience, who currently serves aboard the USS Barry, a U.S. Navy destroyer stationed at Naval Station Everett in the Pacific Northwest. As the ship undergoes routine maintenance at …
Prepare for Your Future: Social Security Specialist to Speak at Missouri City Branch Library
As retirement looms on the horizon, questions about Social Security and Medicare benefits often come to the forefront. Luckily, Fort Bend County Libraries’ Missouri City Branch is hosting an informative session that you won’t want to miss. On Friday, September …
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at George Memorial Library with Ballet Folklorico!
Fort Bend County Libraries invites you to immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of Hispanic culture as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an unforgettable performance by Ballet Folklorico Herencia Mexicana de Houston. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 21, …
Breonna Taylor raid: Experts explain why felony charges against 2 former officers were dismissed
Four years after Breonna Taylor was shot and killed in her home, a federal judge has dismissed felony charges against two former Louisville Metro Police Department detectives who worked on the search warrant in the forced-entry raid.
Justice Department seeks to revive Trump documents case and defends role of special counsel
Special counsel Jack Smith is arguing to revive his office’s classified documents case against Donald Trump with a vigorous defense of its authority in the first formal filing since Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed the criminal case last month.
Body of missing Grand Canyon hiker found after flash flooding prompted rescues of more than 100 people
The body of a missing hiker was recovered along the Colorado River on Sunday after flash flooding in Grand Canyon National Park prompted the rescues of more than 100 people. Search and rescue operations began Thursday, when flash flooding swept …
Alaska city issues evacuation orders after landslide leaves 1 dead and 3 injured. Officials worry another slide could strike
A landslide in southern Alaska on Sunday left one person dead and three others injured, and some residents have been ordered to evacuate as officials warn another slide could strike nearby.
Trump appears to undercut his campaign’s efforts over microphone rules at debate
Former President Donald Trump appeared to undercut his campaign’s efforts to keep the same rules in place for his debate against Vice President Kamala Harris next month. Trump’s team, according to a source familiar with the matter, would like for …
Apple is expected to debut the first generative AI iPhone at its September 9 event
Apple has announced the date of its next major event, where the iPhone 16 is expected to launch. On Monday, September 9 the tech giant is hosting a special event with the tag line “It’s Glowtime.” The event will take …
Join Friends of El Salvador & JŪN for a Night of Culinary Delight
Houston is about to host a truly special evening with a purpose. On Thursday, September 12, 2024, Friends of El Salvador will present their second annual Flores y Sonrisas Fundraising Reception. This event is more than just a gathering—it's a …
Meet the 4-person crew spearheading SpaceX’s daring Polaris Dawn mission
SpaceX’s latest attempt to push the cosmic boundaries is set to kick off this week with a mission called Polaris Dawn: a nail-biting, five-day trek to orbit with a crew of private astronauts traveling into Earth’s radiation belts and hoping …
Mortgage rates are falling. Here’s what you should know before buying a new home
Homebuying in the United States has recently slowed to a crawl, but falling mortgage rates could soon jolt it back to life.
World’s oldest man, born same year the Titanic sank, celebrates 112th birthday
John Alfred Tinniswood was born the same year the Titanic sank and when New Mexico and Arizona became US states.
Fauci recovering after hospitalization for West Nile virus
Dr. Anthony Fauci, former director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, is recovering at home after being hospitalized with West Nile virus, a spokesperson said.
