Astronomers detect most massive black hole collision to date
A collision observed between two black holes, each more massive than a hundred suns, is the largest merger of its kind ever recorded, according to new research.
Palestinian Immigrant Released After Nine Days of Detention at Houston Airport
A 22-year-old Palestinian immigrant was released after being held for nine days without legal access at Houston’s airport, prompting concern from civil rights advocates and immigration attorneys.
Marvalette Hunter Enters Congressional Race for Texas District 38, Challenging Incumbent Wesley Hunt
Democrat Marvalette Hunter has entered the race for Texas’s 38th Congressional District, aiming to unseat Republican incumbent Wesley Hunt in one of Houston’s most closely watched 2026 contests.
What happened in the hours before, during and after a catastrophic deluge hit Texas Hill Country
For many families, the most serious warnings about the deadly and raging torrent in Texas Hill Country on July 4 came too late. Many were asleep. Others, in a region long accustomed to extreme weather, were kept up by heavy …
Christopher Denson (CD): Remixing Life with Passion, Precision, and Purpose
The inspiring rise of a cultural tastemaker, visionary entrepreneur, and community bridge-builder—from hip-hop and high art to horsepower and Houston.
What drives financial fraud? It can come down to one emotion
It’s the 1980s, and a group of young men have dreams of making a fortune. When Joe Hunt reconnects with his former high school classmates in Los Angeles, he has promises of a new business venture that will make them …
FINAL CALL: EXODUS Women’s Conference Set to Ignite Houston With Power, Purpose, and Praise
Houston, get ready! The countdown is almost over, and the stage is set for one of the most anticipated spiritual gatherings of the year. Blueprint Church Houston invites you to the EXODUS Women’s Conference — a soul-stirring, purpose-driven, two-day experience …
The Heartbeat of Downtown: Unmissable Ways to Experience Discovery Green in Houston
In the middle of Houston’s towering skyline lies an oasis that pulses with culture, creativity, and community—Discovery Green, the city’s premier urban park. Spanning 12 lush acres in downtown Houston, this award-winning green space is more than just a park—it’s …
Driving Toward a Greener Future: GM and Redwood Materials Team Up to Build U.S.-Made Batteries and Boost Energy Storage Innovation
In a powerful move that accelerates America’s transition to clean energy, General Motors and Redwood Materials have joined forces to pursue a shared vision: domestically manufactured, sustainable battery materials for energy storage systems that power homes, businesses, and the future …
A new recall of injected penicillin may put gains against syphilis in peril
Drugmaker Pfizer is warning doctors that it expects to run low on supplies of Bicillin L-A, a long-acting injection of the antibiotic penicillin, the preferred option for treating syphilis during pregnancy.
Trump to sign legislation cracking down on illicit fentanyl
President Donald Trump will host congressional leaders and families affected by the fentanyl epidemic on Wednesday for a signing ceremony on bipartisan legislation that would strengthen prison sentences for fentanyl traffickers, White House officials tell CNN.
RFK Jr. fires top aides in HHS shakeup
US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has fired two of his top aides in an abrupt shakeup of the leadership at the nation’s sprawling health department, two people familiar with the matter told CNN.
Here’s why you might be spending more on health care next year
Battered by multiple years of high health care costs, employers are planning to shift more of the expense to workers in 2026, a new survey released Wednesday found. Just over half of employers are planning to adjust their health insurance …
A New Chapter for the Black Press: Dr. John Warren Elected Chairman of NNPA
In a historic stride that bridges decades of journalistic legacy with bold forward-thinking leadership, Dr. John E. Warren, publisher of the San Diego Voice & Viewpoint, has been elected Chairman of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA). At the 2025 …
The Power of Progress: The 2025 State of Hispanics – Data Summit & Business Expo Shines Bright in Houston
In a city as dynamic and diverse as Houston, data isn’t just about numbers—it’s about people, progress, and power. On Thursday, August 21, 2025, the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will once again shine a spotlight on one of the …
