The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Electricity (OE) has announced the allocation of $10.5 million in funding to support the research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) of microgrid-related technologies. This initiative aims to bring reliable, clean energy solutions to …

In a significant stride towards advancing sustainability and education, the Houston Community College (HCC) Transportation Center of Excellence - Electric Vehicle Training Program has received a generous donation of $200,000 from BP America. The announcement was made during the HCC …

The Periwinkle Foundation, in collaboration with Northwestern Mutual, recently hosted the fourth annual Making A Mark® Artapalooza, an event designed to ignite creativity and joy among patients at Texas Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center. From May 13-16 and on May …

One person has died and 30 others were injured on board a Singapore Airlines plane that encountered severe turbulence on a flight from London to Singapore, the airline said Tuesday.

In Houston, Texas, Bee Busy Wellness Center plays a vital role in bridging gaps in lupus awareness and care, particularly for communities of color.

Houston is celebrating a historic achievement as the Children's Museum Houston (CMH) and the Harris County Public Library (HCPL) have both been honored with the 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. This prestigious accolade, awarded by the Institute …

In the wake of recent severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that have impacted various counties in Texas, the Spring Branch Family Development Center in Houston is offering crucial support for disaster survivors. Starting May 21, Disaster Survivor Assistance …

In response to the severe windstorm, known as a derecho, that swept through Houston on May 16, Mayor John Whitmire has placed an emergency item on this week's City Council agenda to extend the local state of disaster. This decisive …

One may think young people are the main group enjoying the freedom of legalized weed, but in Canada, the greatest increase in users after legalization was among older adults — and sometimes it’s sending them to the hospital, according to …

Dr. Calvin Mackie, a distinguished leader in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education, has issued a clarion call to New York Governor Kathy Hochul. In light of recent backlash against Gov. Hochul’s comments about “young Black kids” in the …

As the energy capital of the world, Houston is poised to lead the global transition to alternative energy sources, according to Rice University’s 43rd annual Kinder Houston Area Survey. Nearly 90% of local residents believe Houston should spearhead this critical …

Mayor John Whitmire has authorized the following emergency item on this week's Houston City Council agenda to extend the local state of disaster for last week’s derecho.

Imagine you have $400 to spend on a luxury dining experience. You might treat yourself to a tin of premium caviar, a bottle or two of very fine wine or a multi-course meal at a high-end restaurant.

Seventy-nine seconds. That’s how long Arsenal had hope for. In the end, the drama and tension of the final day of the Premier League season lasted little longer than a minute, as Phil Foden’s stunning early strike set Manchester City …

By age 14, Dorothy Jean Tillman had obtained an associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degree. Despite the impressive achievements, Tillman remembers turning to her mother and saying, “I think I want to pursue a doctorate degree.”