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DeSantis moves his presidential ambitions into the open with Iowa visit

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made his first appearance in Iowa on Friday, an unmistakable flirtation for a top-tier Republican presidential contender that brings his expected bid for the White House a step closer to reality.

Judge says jury in E. Jean Carroll case can see 'Access Hollywood' tape and testimony of two other accusers

A federal judge on Friday said that E. Jean Carroll, in her defamation case against former President Donald Trump, can use as evidence the testimony of two other sexual assault accusers as well as the "Access Hollywood" tape, in which …

All adults should be screened for hepatitis B at least once, CDC says

A new recommendation from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says all adults should be screened at least once in their lifetime for hepatitis B, an illness that's linked to liver disease and cancer.

Third Ward on Tap Reclaims Community Space with the Revitalization of the Columbia Tap Trail

An HHA project aimed at providing safe, sustainable, and positive space for families and community members, while preserving the integrity and longevity of the historic Third Ward

NFIB Jobs Report: Small Businesses Report Record High Levels of Job Openings

Forty-seven percent (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in the current period, according to NFIB’s monthly jobs report.

Mayor Turner Welcomes CERAWeek Attendees and Celebrates Future of Energy

This week, Mayor Sylvester Turner welcomed nearly 8000 attendees to the 41st annual CERAWeek conference, widely considered to be one of the most prestigious annual meetings in the energy industry.

VIDEO: Bronx supermarket worker punched in face by alleged shoplifter

Police are searching for a suspect after he attacked a worker at a supermarket in the Bronx Tuesday.

Jailed American appeals to Biden in unprecedented interview from Iran's most notorious prison

Iran's longest-held American prisoner has made an emotional plea to US President Joe Biden to put the "liberty of innocent Americans above politics" and ramp up efforts to secure his release, in an unprecedented interview with CNN from inside Iran's …

Tucker Carlson's airing of security footage spills into January 6 criminal court cases

A lawyer representing one of five Proud Boys members on trial for seditious conspiracy asked a federal judge to throw out the case Thursday, saying that federal prosecutors hid "plainly exculpatory" US Capitol security footage played on Fox News host …

Senate confirms Biden's IRS nominee Daniel Werfel

The Senate voted Thursday to confirm Daniel Werfel, the former acting commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service, to lead the IRS.

FDA to require mammogram reports include breast density information

New updates to US Food and Drug Administration mammography regulations require mammography facilities to notify patients about the density of their breasts.

Family Caregivers in Texas Provide $41 Billion in Unpaid Care to Loved Ones

The unpaid care provided by the 3.1 million caregivers in Texas is valued at $41 billion, according to new state data available in AARP’s latest report in the Valuing the Invaluable series. This is a $6 Billion increase in unpaid …

Astrodome Conservancy hosts 3rd annual Race for the Dome on Saturday, Apr. 15 with registration now open

The Astrodome Conservancy will host the 3rd annual RACE FOR THE DOME, with registration now open to the public. Join the fun on Saturday, April 15 to race around the iconic Astrodome with hundreds of Dome-lovers and fans in support …

Spectrum Fusion Studios moves to new space and begins collaboration with Impact Hub in downtown Houston

On Apr. 1 Spectrum Fusion Studios, the media production arm of Spectrum Fusion, moves to a new workspace, or “launchpad,” with Impact Hub Houston, which also signifies the beginning of a transformational new partnership. The Studios’ move to 1801 Main …

How a James Beard-nominated chef is inspiring local high school students

Normandy High School culinary students are learning from Chef Rob Connoley. News 4 was on hand as the chef and owner of Bulrush StL taught kids the art of plating.