Barack and Michelle Obama make first joint return to the White House for unveiling of official portraits
Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama will visit the White House on Wednesday for the unveiling of their official White House portraits -- marking their first joint return since they left in 2017 and the return …
City Of Houston Donation Drive For Jackson, MS Collects Enough Water To Fill Four 18-Wheelers
Houstonians showed up in large numbers and demonstrated their giving spirit during Friday's water donation drive for Jackson, Mississippi.
Mervo High begins 'recovery week' after student killed on campus
Baltimore City Schools announced Mervo High students won't be going straight back to work after a student was shot and killed in the parking lot last week.
Your Vote Affects the Quality of Everyday Living
During recent informal discussions with GenZs (ages 18-24), we have been distressed to learn that many of them and their friends, do not understand the purpose of voting and are not sure if they are going to vote in the …
Fisk University Welcomes the Largest Freshmen Class in Over 40 Years
Fisk University, one of the nation's elite private historically black colleges and universities (HBCU), has experienced a remarkable enrollment increase over the past four years. In 2017, the total student body was 630 students and this fall, Fisk exceeded 1,050 …
New Wellness Spa with Full Hookah Bar Brings Upscale Experience to Houston
Popular Charlotte, North Carolina-based luxury wellness spa Ugo Beauty & Artistry is expanding with the launch of the brand’s second US location in Houston, Texas!
Missouri City native supports U.S. Navy Super Hornet Jet Aircraft
Lt. j.g. Tyson Stickler, a native of Missouri City, Texas, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 106 in support of the F/A-18 Super Hornet.
USPS Celebrates Hanukkah With a New Stamp
The U.S. Postal Service continues its tradition of celebrating Hanukkah, the joyous Jewish holiday also known as the Festival of Lights, with the issuance of a new Hanukkah Forever stamp.
Memphis police find unidentified body 3 days after a teacher was violently abducted
Memphis police found an unidentified body Monday about 20 minutes from where teacher Eliza "Liza" Fletcher was violently abducted three days ago, according to a tweet from the police department.
Sprint to the midterms sets off on unsettled political terrain
The two-month sprint to the midterm elections is set to take place on political terrain that is much less settled than Republicans had hoped it would be, with improving economic news, a raging battle over abortion rights and former President …
Mastermind of Navy bribery scheme escapes house arrest just weeks ahead of sentencing
Leonard Francis, the former military contractor known as "Fat Leonard" who orchestrated the largest corruption scandal in US Navy history, is on the run after escaping house arrest in San Diego by cutting off his GPS monitoring ankle bracelet, according …
Brazilian man survives 11 days floating in freezer in the ocean
Brazilian man survives 11 days floating in freezer in the ocean
Liz Truss takes over as UK prime minister after meeting Queen
Liz Truss officially became the third female prime minister in British history on Tuesday following a transfer of power from her predecessor, Boris Johnson, who bowed out in a defiant speech following a series of scandals.
Bed Bath & Beyond shares are down sharply after CFO jumps to his death
Shares of Bed Bath & Beyond opened 15% lower in early trading following the death of its one its top executives.
Jackson MS Water Crisis/Local Business Struggle
Jackson businesses and residents are attempting to cope with its water crisis.
