Wake-Up Call: How Democrats Can Use August Recess to Save Their Brand
There's an old saying in the hip-hop community: "Men lie, women lie, numbers don 't." In this political climate of lies, corruption, and misinformation, working families deserve numbers that work in their favor, especially when it comes to the economy …
Trailblazing Leadership: Dr. Cynthia Lenton Gary’s Transformative Impact on Houston City College and Beyond
In the ever-evolving story of Houston’s educational and civic leadership, Dr. Cynthia Lenton Gary is writing chapters of purpose, progress, and power. As a Houston City College (formerly Houston Community College) Trustee, Dr. Lenton Gary has not only completed an …
Houston Health Department Unveils Groundbreaking Dashboard to Combat Extreme Heat’s Toll on Health
When the summer heat in Houston hits like a wall of fire, we know it’s more than just a sweaty inconvenience—it can be a serious health hazard. Now, thanks to the Houston Health Department (HHD), Houstonians have a powerful new …
These college leaders are keeping the heat on in battle with Trump administration – despite settlements by prominent schools
College is the place where many students entering adulthood find their voice. But when it comes to addressing the White House’s ongoing battle with elite higher education, many institutional leaders seem to have lost theirs.
Restaurants are under threat as costs skyrocket and consumers cut back
Ike’s Chili in Tulsa, Oklahoma, has been around for 117 years, surviving a myriad of challenges like the Great Depression, the Covid-19 pandemic and a once-in-a-generation burst of inflation. But 2025 already holds an even more complicated challenge.
How the world’s most valuable company got caught in the middle of Trump’s spat with China
Nvidia, the world’s most valuable company, has found itself caught in the middle of President Donald Trump’s historic trade war with China. The result: an extraordinary concession from a $4.5 trillion corporation that will give the United States a percentage …
Elon Musk threatens to sue Apple over app store ranking of his AI app
Elon Musk said his artificial intelligence start up xAI will sue Apple for allegedly favoring AI competitors in its App Store in what he called a breach of antitrust regulations.
How AI is being used by police departments to help draft reports
In his nine years at the Fort Collins, Colorado, police department, Officer Scott Brittingham says he has taken a lot of pride in the process of writing reports after each call for service.
Inflation holds steady, but Trump’s tariffs are boosting some prices
ts got even more expensive last month, showing that President Donald Trump’s expansive tariffs are being passed along to consumers. Consumer prices rose 0.2% in July, keeping the annual inflation rate at 2.7%, according to the latest Consumer Price Index …
Jimmy Kimmel’s backup plan may be a move to Italy
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel revealed he has obtained Italian citizenship. In a recent conversation for “The Sarah Silverman Podcast,” the two comedians, who dated years ago and remain friends, discussed the state of US politics and how some celebrities, including …
Harmony Public Schools Earns “A+ Superior” Ratings from TEA — Setting the Standard for Financial Integrity in Education
Excellence in the classroom starts with excellence behind the scenes — and Harmony Public Schools is proving it once again. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has awarded Harmony an A+ “Superior” rating in its 2025 FIRST (Financial Integrity Rating System …
From Dickinson to the Depths of the Sea: Petty Officer 3rd Class Hanna Chrismon Protects America Below the Waves
In the silent, deep waters where few ever venture, Petty Officer 3rd Class Hanna Chrismon stands among the elite — a U.S. Navy submariner safeguarding our nation’s security from under the sea
Latest Poll Shows Candidate Amanda Edwards Ahead in TX-18 Special Election
With three months until voters decide who will fill Texas’ historic 18th Congressional District seat, early polling shows Amanda Edwards leading a crowded field — but a large undecided bloc could sway the outcome.
The Texas floods washed away debris and dirt. They also uncovered 100-million-year-old dinosaur tracks
The devastating flooding that swept through Texas Hill Country in early July, killing at least 135 people, unearthed a prehistoric discovery in Travis County on Monday, experts say.
Congressman Al Green Hosts 4th Annual Slavery Remembrance Day Honoring America’s Forgotten Builders
On Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 8:30 AM CT, history, justice, and remembrance converge in the heart of Houston as Congressman Al Green hosts the 4th Annual Slavery Remembrance Day Legislative Update Breakfast Meeting. This solemn yet inspiring gathering serves …
