Republicans scramble to end impasse over McCarthy's imperiled speakership bid
Kevin McCarthy faces growing pressure to end the impasse over his imperiled speakership bid after two consecutive days of failed votes.
Family deals with nearly 2 years of leaks at Spring Hill apartment complex
Maintenance issues at a Spring Hill apartment complex have one family pleading for help and said their problems are creating a dangerous situation that is affecting their safety system and their health.
Idaho student killings suspect could appear in court for initial appearance today
Bryan Kohberger could make an initial court appearance on Thursday in Idaho, where he faces four counts of murder and one count of burglary in the killings of four University of Idaho undergraduate students.
Weekly jobless claims fall to lowest level since September
Around 204,000 people applied for first-time unemployment benefits last week, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
US government moves to seize $450 million Robinhood stake linked to Sam Bankman-Fried
The US government is stepping into a contentious, multijurisdictional legal battle over the ownership of hundreds of millions of dollars' worth of assets connected to the collapse of Sam Bankman-Fried's crypto empire.
Amazon will lay off more than 18,000 workers
Amazon says it plans to lay off more than 18,000 employees as the global economic outlook continues to worsen.
NEW REPORT: Renewable Energy and Battery Storage Are Boon to Texas Economy
Renewable energy and battery storage development generate tens of billions of dollars in tax revenue and landowner payments, 60 percent of which benefits rural counties, according to a report released by the Texas Association of Business (TAB).
Father On A Mission To Help Families Build Financial Freedom
Research suggests that Black families have an estimated one-eighth of the wealth that White families have.
Artist Talk with Closing Reception "Black Love Now" at Nicole Longnecker Gallery - Saturday, January 21, 2-5pm
Artist Talk with Closing Reception for “Black Love Now” a group exhibition curated by Scarlett Wieliczki at Nicole Longnecker Gallery on Saturday, January 21, from 2-5pm.
Melanated AI: A New Marketplace Celebrating AI Artists and Creators of Color
A new online marketplace, Melanated AI (www.melanated.ai), is dedicated to celebrating and supporting the work of AI artists and creators of color. This unique platform allows these artists to sell their art as digital downloads, prints, canvas, or non-fungible tokens …
Harris County DA’s Office announces change in Communications Division leadership
The Harris County District Attorney’s Office bids farewell this week to one of its key employees. Director of Communications Dane Schiller, who devoted six years to keeping the public informed about our work, is leaving the office to pursue life …
NYC subway shooter pleads guilty to terrorism charges
Frank James, who opened fire on a crowded New York City subway train last April, wounding 10 people, pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday to terrorism charges, admitting that his intention "was to cause serious bodily injury to the people …
McCarthy appears to suffer defeat in historic second ballot for House speaker
A second ballot for House speaker is underway after Rep. Kevin McCarthy fell short on votes in the first ballot – something that hasn’t happened since 1923.
What you need to know about the House speaker election
The 118th Congress will begin on Tuesday, bringing in a new era of Republican control of the House and a high-stakes leadership fight that will determine who controls the speaker's gavel.
Al Roker set to return to 'Today' after hospitalizations
Al Roker's colleagues shared the good news Tuesday that the beloved weatherman will be back on the air soon.

