METRO Memorial Day Schedule
In observance of Memorial Day, METRO will operate the following schedule on Monday, May 27, 2024:
Red Cross Transitions Texas Gulf Coast Residents to Recovery Plans
In the wake of the recent severe weather and flooding that has impacted the Texas Gulf Coast, the American Red Cross of the Texas Gulf Coast region is stepping up to help residents transition from emergency shelters to their personalized …
Six Flags Over Texas: A Top Destination for Adrenaline Junkies
In a recent study by JeffBet, Six Flags Over Texas has been named one of the best theme parks in America for thrill-seekers, securing the sixth spot on the list. The study analyzed data from the Roller Coaster Database for …
The Smartphone Addiction Epidemic: Gen Z Leads the Charge
In our digitally-driven world, the smartphone has become an indispensable part of daily life. A recent study by Reviews.org has unveiled fascinating insights into how different generations interact with their devices. Gen Z, the generation known for its tech-savviness, checks …
American missionary couple killed by gang in Haiti, family says
A married couple from the US who were serving as missionaries in Haiti were killed there on Thursday, family members said.
Amazon is slashing prices on 4,000 grocery items, joining Target and Walmart
Amazon Fresh has joined the growing ranks of retailers that are cutting prices. It is discounting thousands of grocery items in a bid to entice price-conscious shoppers to add a little bit more to their shopping carts.
Some iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus owners may be eligible for a payout as part of a $35 million settlement.
Some iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus owners may be eligible for a payout as part of a $35 million settlement.
US lawmakers call for DOJ, IOC investigations into allegations of Chinese doping before Olympics
An alleged doping case involving 23 Chinese swimmers took a diplomatic twist on Wednesday after US lawmakers called on the US Department of Justice and the International Olympic Committee to launch inquiries into the controversy.
Biden to welcome Super Bowl winning Kansas City Chiefs to the White House next week
The White House announced Friday that President Joe Biden will welcome the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs to the White House on May 31 – but it seems unlikely that football’s most famous fan will be in attendance.
Greater Houston Disaster Alliance Unveils Relief Fund for Severe Weather and Derecho Victims with Comcast and Centerpoint’s Lead Support
In a significant move to support families affected by recent severe weather, the Greater Houston Disaster Alliance has launched the Severe Weather and Derecho Relief Fund. This initiative, a collaborative effort by the Greater Houston Community Foundation and United Way …
Six Houston-Area Harmony Campuses Earn National Recognition for Character Education
Six campuses from Harmony Public Schools have been honored as 2024 "National Schools of Character" for their exemplary efforts in fostering cultures of character within their schools and communities. This prestigious recognition was announced by Character.org, a leading national advocate …
HUD Implements Disaster Assistance for Texas Survivors
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has rolled out a comprehensive disaster assistance program for Texas residents affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that began on April 26, 2024. This federal aid aims …
Congressman Al Green Urges President Biden for Swift Federal Aid in Texas Storm Recovery
In a heartfelt plea for swift action, Congressman Al Green has penned a letter to President Biden, urgently calling for expanded and expedited federal assistance to aid in the recovery efforts following devastating storms that ravaged Houston and surrounding counties …
Misa Hylton, mom of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ first born son, says video showing assault on Cassie ‘has triggered my own trauma’
Misa Hylton, the mother of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ son Justin Combs, says her ‘heart goes out’ to Cassie Ventura in wake of the release of surveillance video footage showing Combs physically assaulting Ventura in 2016.
Transforming Policy Narratives for Young Black Workers: A Groundbreaking Initiative by the Joint Center
The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies has recently launched a transformative project titled "Improving Policy Narratives for Young Black Workers." This initiative, aimed at reshaping how educational systems, labor market institutions, and policy frameworks serve young Black workers, …
