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Exodus Women’s Conference 2025: A Divine Awakening of Purpose, Power & Praise

Houston is about to be set ablaze with spiritual purpose, personal empowerment, and unforgettable sisterhood as the Exodus Women’s Conference 2025 returns this August with a mighty call to action: “Break Free and Step Boldly into Purpose!”

The Black Man – A Mental Health Journey Returns to Houston for National Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental health takes center stage in a powerfully personal and creatively courageous way as "The Black Man – A Mental Health Journey" returns to the Houston stage on Friday, May 16 at 8 PM at the MATCH – Midtown Arts …

Beverley McGrew Walker Champions Global Access Through Fort Bend's Annual Passport Fair

If securing a passport has ever felt like navigating a bureaucratic maze, Beverley McGrew Walker, the ever-innovative Fort Bend County District Clerk, has once again stepped up to rewrite that story — with style, service, and a spirit of inclusion.

Matriarch Moves: Tina Knowles Reflects on Raising Powerhouse Daughters and Owning Her Place in the World

In a world where silence was once seen as strength, Tina Knowles chose something different—something louder, bolder, and more beautiful. Known today as a fashion icon, businesswoman, and yes, the mother of global superstars Beyoncé and Solange, Knowles is finally …

UnitedHealth CEO steps down for ‘personal reasons’

UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty is stepping down immediately from his role for “personal reasons,” the company announced Tuesday.

Astros Foundation Luncheon and Fashion Show Supports Healthy Families and Community

The Astros Foundation hosted its annual Champions for Healthy Families Luncheon and Fashion Show on Friday, May 9, at Union Station and Daikin Park. Presented by Shaftel Diamonds and styled by Tootsies, the event brought together Astros players, families, and …

Cassie Ventura is not letting victim shaming stop her from sharing her difficult story

There were moments when Cassie Ventura did not seem comfortable in the spotlight, perhaps because of what she now says was happening in the shadows.

Harlem Stakes Its Claim as the True Big Apple: A Homecoming Celebration 87 Years in the Making

This May, all roads lead to Harlem as the community boldly reclaims what history has quietly whispered for decades — that the cultural heartbeat of Black America is also the birthplace of one of the most iconic nicknames in the …

Honoring Our Elders: HHSC Promoted Lifelong Wellness and Support During Older Texans Month

In May, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proudly celebrated Older Texans Month by spotlighting a wide range of resources designed to empower seniors across the Lone Star State. With more than 5.9 million Texans aged 60 and …

Houston Unites for Safety: Thousands Attended the Largest Disaster Readiness & Resilience Expo Ahead of Hurricane Season

On Saturday, May 17, 2025, Houstonians turned out in force at the George R. Brown Convention Center for the Disaster Readiness and Resilience Clinic & Expo, the city’s largest preparedness event ahead of hurricane season. Presented by CenterPoint Energy, this …

District J’s Edward Pollard Marks Bike Month & Freewheels Houston’s 10th Anniversary

District J gears up for National Bike Month with a milestone celebration honoring Freewheels Houston’s decade of transforming lives through bicycles.

Campus Chronicles - May 14, 2025

See what's happening in Fort Bend ISD, Alief ISD, and Pasadena ISD

Councilman Edward Pollard Sounds Fiscal Alarm on Proposed Houston Budget

In the high-stakes arena of municipal budgeting, it takes courage to question the status quo. Councilman Edward Pollard—Houston City Council Member and Vice Chair of the Budget & Fiscal Affairs Committee—is doing exactly that. As Mayor John Whitmire presents a …

Kardashian tells court she ‘absolutely thought’ robbers would kill her in $10 million heist

Kim Kardashian, testifying in the trial of the burglars accused of tying her up and robbing her at gunpoint nearly nine years ago, told a Paris court on Tuesday that she “absolutely thought” her assailants would kill her.

Why Trump’s effort to end birthright citizenship may be a legal loser but still give the president a major boost

As the Supreme Court hears arguments Thursday on a major Donald Trump policy for the first time in his second term, the president could secure a significant win affecting many of the lawsuits against his administration out of a case …