More than 140 years after three Black men were lynched in Lawrence, community members gathered to dedicate new headstones and ensure their names, stories, and legacy are never forgotten.

Nearly half of Americans now identify as political independents—the highest level in more than a decade—signaling growing dissatisfaction with both major parties and a shifting landscape ahead of the midterm elections.

A Florida woman exposed to hantavirus on a cruise says she feels like a "hostage" after federal officials ordered her to remain in quarantine despite a CDC review recommending she be allowed to finish monitoring at home.

The Trump administration is moving to release the text of its Iran agreement, but officials say the brief memorandum is intentionally vague, with the most significant commitments existing in private understandings that will shape future nuclear and sanctions negotiations.

After losing nearly everything in a devastating apartment fire, a 92-year-old Michigan woman received an unexpected gift: a replacement of a cherished birthday letter from former President Obama, restoring a treasured piece of her past.

Federal authorities say they disrupted an alleged extremist plot to attack a UFC event at the White House, arresting multiple suspects accused of planning drone strikes and sniper attacks targeting government officials and other high-profile figures.

As world leaders gather in Switzerland, questions continue to swirl around President Trump’s newly signed Iran agreement, with key details still undisclosed and allies seeking clarity on its implications for security, sanctions, and regional stability.

Civic Heart Community Services will host its 2026 Masquerade Ball in Houston, blending Halloween celebration with philanthropy to support programs that strengthen families, expand opportunity, and empower local communities.

Behind closed doors, President Trump’s national security team wrestled with deep skepticism over Iran’s intentions before ultimately backing a framework agreement aimed at ending the conflict and curbing Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.

Iran’s World Cup journey is being shaped by more than what happens on the field, as travel restrictions, visa complications, and geopolitical tensions with the United States create fresh challenges for the team during the tournament.

A federal judge in Rhode Island accuses the Trump administration of endangering a colleague and undermining trust in the courts after ICE publicly criticized a judicial ruling involving a migrant detainee.

Houston will host the 13th National Conference of Just The Beginning in 2026, bringing together judges, attorneys, students, and civic leaders to inspire the next generation of legal professionals and advance a more representative justice system.

With her swearing-in as Harris County Attorney, Abbie Kamin makes history as the first woman and first mother to lead one of the nation’s largest public law offices, marking a significant milestone for local government and representation.

Faith, fellowship, and empowerment take center stage as the Texas Women’s Empowerment Conference returns to Plano in 2026, offering women and girls a transformative weekend inspired by the theme “The Creation: Lessons from ‘Let There Be.’”

As Houston approves a record $7.58 billion budget, one council member’s lone “no” vote raises questions about accountability, taxpayer value, and the future of city spending.