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The US is striking Iran again. Can it ever deliver a knockout blow?

The fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire appears to be unraveling as renewed airstrikes, missile attacks, and escalating rhetoric raise fears of a broader regional conflict centered on the Strait of Hormuz.

Fact check: Trump’s false claims at his NATO press conference

President Donald Trump made a series of disputed claims at the NATO summit in Ankara, prompting fact-checkers to challenge his statements on the economy, immigration, elections, manufacturing, Venezuela, and oil prices.

Why Trump left NATO summit on a positive note after seething about Iran, Spain and Greenland

After a tense NATO summit filled with sharp rhetoric and behind-the-scenes diplomacy, President Trump left Europe praising allies while warning Iran that the fragile ceasefire may be nearing its end.

Tensions rise at Monroeville council meeting over removal of children's book Pride display

A packed Monroeville council meeting turned into a passionate debate over a removed Pride book display, as residents clashed over free expression, public libraries, and what belongs in children's spaces.

Plummer’s MacGregor Moment: A Fundraiser With Countywide Energy Dr. Letitia Plummer Builds Momentum for Harris County Judge

Dr. Letitia Plummer’s Harris County Judge campaign builds momentum as supporters gather in Houston to rally behind a vision focused on public health, flood resilience, economic opportunity, and community-first leadership.

Fact check: Five false claims Trump made in one meeting with Erdogan

Trump Repeats Debunked Claims on Greenland, Ukraine, the Economy, and the 2020 Election Ahead of NATO Summit

Trump admin shared confidential information on Iranian asylum seekers as it worked to deport them, lawsuit alleges

Lawsuit Alleges Trump Administration Shared Iranian Asylum Seekers’ Confidential Information with Tehran, Raising Serious Human Rights Concerns

Hinojosa Proposes $1,500 Payments for Texas Households, Calls for Using Texas Rainy Day Fund

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa outlined her policy priorities, including public education, health care, affordability, and government accountability, as she made her case to Texas voters ahead of the 2026 election.

Trump admin reimposes oil sanctions after Iran strikes ships near Strait of Hormuz

The Trump administration has reinstated sanctions on Iranian oil exports after attacks near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating pressure on Tehran and raising fresh concerns about global energy markets and regional stability.

See Trump’s shifting blame game on the Russia-Ukraine war

As the war in Ukraine drags on, President Trump’s shifting stance toward Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin is drawing renewed scrutiny ahead of a key NATO summit meeting.

Iran strikes three vessels near Strait of Hormuz as Trump arrives at NATO summit

Tensions in the Persian Gulf escalated after Iran allegedly struck three commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, raising fresh concerns over global energy security and international shipping ahead of a critical NATO summit.

Leticia Gutierrez Gains Ground in New CD 9 Congress Race

Democratic nominee Leticia Gutierrez is taking her grassroots message directly to voters as she campaigns across Texas’ newly redrawn Congressional District 9, emphasizing working families, environmental justice, and community roots ahead of the November election.

When Scrutiny Needs Context: Erica Lee Carter, Harris County, and the $411K Story ABC13 Didn’t Fully Tell

Did Harris County’s newest top administrator receive unfair scrutiny—or did the public simply not get the full story? Houston Style Magazine examines the context behind Erica Lee Carter’s appointment, salary, and the questions surrounding media coverage.

A Nation That Forgets Its History Is Bound When we forget the first fights over voting rights, we forget who profits when the many are divided.

A renewed federal review of Georgia’s 2020 election records has reignited debate over voting rights, with one commentator arguing that today’s disputes echo a long history of efforts to restrict access to the ballot.

‘I didn’t think it was a foul’: Trump says he asked FIFA president for review of controversial red card

President Donald Trump says he personally urged FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review Team USA striker Folarin Balogun’s red card, fueling debate over political influence and the integrity of World Cup disciplinary decisions.