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From Dishwasher to Nationally Acclaimed Chef Educator: Katrina Warner’s Inspiring Journey

Katrina Warner’s culinary journey is nothing short of remarkable. Once a teen dishwasher, Warner has risen through the ranks to become one of the nation’s most celebrated chef educators. Following in her brother’s footsteps, she took a leap into culinary …

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston Hosts "All in for Youth" Texas Hold'em Tournament Presented by Opportune

The "All in for Youth" Texas Hold'em Tournament promises an evening of competitive poker and community spirit, all in support of BGCGH's mission to empower local youth. Attendees will enjoy an evening of high-stakes poker and networking opportunities, all while …

Ready to Unlock Your Path to Homeownership? Join Us for a Free Home Buying Seminar!

Higher Dimension Church, in collaboration with Liberty Bank, is thrilled to present a **Free Home Buying Seminar** this Sunday, August 25th! This empowering event will kick off at 10:15 AM at Higher Dimension Church, offering a golden opportunity for individuals …

Human Rights Campaign Rebukes Decision to Block Gender Marker Changes for Trans Texans

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) issued a policy this week that bans transgender residents from changing the gender marker on their driver's licenses. The Human Rights Campaign is providing the following statement in response.

Standing Up for Justice: Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Defends Immigrants' Rights

In a bold and unwavering move, Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee has once again proven his commitment to justice, this time by standing in defense of a Houston-based immigrants’ rights organization, Familias Inmigrantes y Estudiantes en la Lucha (FIEL). …

Texas Southern University Celebrates Academic Excellence: Dr. Lucy Ojode Named Fulbright Scholar, Set to Embark on a Transformative Journey to Rwanda

In a remarkable achievement that adds another feather to Texas Southern University's cap, Dr. Lucy Ojode, CPA(K), a venerable professor within the Jesse H. Jones School of Business, has been awarded the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program grant. As an …

Union Pacific, Kroger, and Bread of Life Rally with the City of Houston for Hurricane Beryl Relief: A Community United

In a powerful display of unity and resilience, over 50 of Houston's most prominent business and civic leaders gathered at City Hall's Legacy Room last Friday. The occasion? To celebrate and amplify the "Fill the Fridge" initiative—a crucial relief effort …

Who is Gwen Walz, the wife of Harris’ new running mate?

Before he got his start in politics, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, chosen on Tuesday to be Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate, was a longtime educator – just like his wife.

A Mississippi inmate escaped, apparently found work at a Chicago restaurant and then barricaded himself there, officials say

Authorities have captured Joshua Zimmerman, a Mississippi inmate who escaped two months ago and barricaded himself in a Chicago restaurant where he had apparently found a job, the US Marshals Service said Wednesday.

Missouri death row inmate expected to be resentenced to life without parole under new agreement

Missouri death row inmate Marcellus Williams is expected to be resentenced to life without parole under a consent judgment reached Wednesday, the St. Louis Prosecuting Attorney’s Office announced, just over a month before he was scheduled to be put to …

Man who faked own death by hacking into death registry to avoid paying child support sentenced to over 6 years in prison

A Kentucky man who faked his own death by hacking into a death registry to avoid paying child support was sentenced to over 6 years in prison Monday, according to a release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office of the Eastern …

California school safety officer pleads no contest to voluntary manslaughter in fatal shooting of 18-year-old

A former California school safety officer has pleaded no contest to voluntary manslaughter nearly three years after he was charged with murder for fatally shooting an 18-year-old woman as she tried to flee a physical altercation, officials said Tuesday.

Former politician accused of killing Vegas reporter testifies: ‘I am innocent’

The former Nevada politician accused of fatally stabbing a Las Vegas investigative reporter after a series of critical stories took the stand Wednesday, telling the jury in his murder trial he is innocent.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's Vice President Nomination Acceptance Speech

Thank you. Wow. Thank you, Philadelphia. Thank you, Madam Vice President, for the trust you put in me, but maybe more so, thank you for bringing back the joy.

Takeaways from the third night of the Democratic National Convention

Democrats are betting that within the American electorate is a deep desire to leave behind the bitterness of a decade dominated by former President Donald Trump.