EARLY VOTING IS HERE — TENEISHA HUDSPETH RALLIES HARRIS COUNTY TO THE POLLS
With the energy of a hometown hero and the poise of a seasoned stateswoman, Harris County Clerk Teneisha Hudspeth is once again at the helm, urging the community to turn out for early voting in the critical Saturday, May 3rd …
2025 American Music Award nominations revealed
The nominees for the American Music Awards (AMAs) were revealed Wednesday morning, with rapper Kendrick Lamar leading the list.
Carlos Santana rushed to hospital prior to concert
Carlos Santana is reportedly on the mend after a health scare. The legendary musician experienced a medical emergency prior to a performance in Texas on Tuesday.
Everything we know about the funeral of Pope Francis
Although Pope Francis simplified the papal funeral rites in a move of typical modesty, Saturday’s ceremony will still be full of pomp and pageantry, as the world’s Catholics bid him farewell and cardinals in the Vatican ready themselves for the …
HEALTH, HOPE & HOUSTON STYLE: Harris Health Hosts Free Wellness Fair for Families and Futures
In the heart of Houston’s Alief community, something extraordinary is blooming this spring—and it’s more than just bluebonnets. It’s a celebration of care, compassion, and community wellness. On Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Harris …
Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a Spectacular Lion Dance Performance at University Branch Library
This May, Fort Bend County Libraries invites the community to honor the vibrant traditions of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month with an unforgettable cultural celebration! On Saturday, May 3, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., the University Branch Library …
Michael B. Jordan’s 'Sinners' Redefines Horror Cinema While Honoring Chadwick Boseman's Legacy
In a cinematic landscape often dominated by sequels and reboots, Michael B. Jordan and director Ryan Coogler's latest collaboration, Sinners, emerges as a groundbreaking original work that intertwines Southern Gothic horror with profound cultural commentary. The film not only captivates …
Champions of Change Gala to Illuminate Houston's Brightest Advocates for Justice and Equity
Houston, we have a celebration of democracy like no other! Get ready to turn heads and uplift hearts at the inaugural Champions of Change Gala, hosted by Fight for Democracy, on Thursday, April 25, 2025, at the dazzling Bell Tower …
A Queen Among Us: Honoring the Life and Legacy of Gloria Letitia Jones Coleman
With pearls gracing her neckline and wisdom in her every word, Gloria Letitia Jones Coleman was more than a Houston matriarch—she was a living blueprint of elegance, intellect, and service. On Sunday, April 13, 2025, the Coleman family and an …
Houston Area Students Gear Up for the 2025 All-Earth Ecobot Challenge: Exploring Innovation, Sustainability, and the Future of the Shipping Industry
This weekend, the spirit of innovation will be alive and thriving at the Leonard E. Merrell Center in Katy, Texas, as more than 300 bright young minds from across Harris County converge for the highly anticipated 2025 All-Earth Ecobot Challenge. …
Supreme Court’s conservatives are poised to strike down elementary school policy denying opt-outs for LGBTQ+ books
The Supreme Court’s conservative majority on Tuesday signaled it will require schools to provide opt-outs for parents who have religious objections to LGBTQ+ books read in elementary schools, an outcome that would continue the court’s years-long push to expand religious …
Harvard’s lawsuit sets up monumental clash between America’s most prestigious university and the Trump administration
Harvard University’s lawsuit against the Trump administration has set up a titanic clash between America’s most prestigious university and the federal government over academic freedom, federal funding and campus oversight.
Sharon Lokedi smashes women’s course record at the Boston Marathon, John Korir wins men’s race
Kenya’s Sharon Lokedi won a thrilling battle over compatriot and two-time defending champion Hellen Obiri at the Boston Marathon, smashing the course record in the process.
One small thing you can do to help reduce your role in the climate crisis
At most places Melissa Valliant goes when dining out, she carries in her backpack a set of reusable flatware — prepared to refuse the disposable utensils she says are part of the plastic pollution crisis that’s inextricably linked with the …
Hailey Bieber shares she has ovarian cysts
Hailey Bieber has opened up about her health. “Currently have two ovarian cysts,” she shared on her on Instagram Stories Monday. “If you deal with ovarian cysts I’m right there with ya!”