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Xfinity Locks in the Future: 5-Year Price Guarantee Revolutionizes Home Internet

In a bold move that puts power back in the hands of the consumer, Comcast’s Xfinity is stepping into 2025 with an offer that feels more like a tech dream than reality — a five-year price lock on its best-in-class …

Communities In Schools of Houston Champions Mental Health Support for Students During Mental Health Awareness Month

As Mental Health Awareness Month shines a national spotlight on emotional well-being this May, Communities In Schools of Houston (CIS) stands at the forefront of advocacy and action — ensuring that the mental health needs of Houston-area students are met …

Google is an online advertising monopoly, judge rules

Google has illegally built “monopoly power” with its web advertising business, a federal judge in Virginia has ruled, siding with the Justice Department in a landmark case against the tech giant that could reshape the basic economics of running a …

Rep. Al Green to Address GOP Opposition to Medicaid Cuts, Highlight Program's Importance

On Thursday, April 17, 2025, Congressman Al Green will address statements made by a dozen Republicans addressed to House leadership indicating that they will not make significant cuts to Medicaid. Although, this is vindication of Congressman Green’s taking a stand …

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse Unveils the Ultimate Dessert Indulgence with the All-New SNICKERS® Pizookie® — A Sweet Tooth Dream Come True

Houston, get ready to go nuts in the best way possible! BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse has teamed up with Mars, the iconic name behind your favorite candy bars, to launch a dessert that’s destined to be the talk of the …

Tempers flare as few Republicans hold in-person town halls

Republicans faced frustrated constituents at town hall meetings Tuesday, offering a glimpse at the building anger over Donald Trump’s sweeping overhaul of the federal government among portions of the electorate — and, in the face of it, the deference GOP …

Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania governor’s home targeted the governor for his views on war in Gaza, warrant says

Cody Balmer, the man accused of setting fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s residence, told 911 operators he targeted the governor in part because of what he believed were Shapiro’s views on the war in Gaza, according to search warrants …

Biden slams Trump administration’s cuts to Social Security Administration in first public remarks since leaving office

Former President Joe Biden offered his first public critique of President Donald Trump’s second term Tuesday, painting the Trump administration’s handling of the Social Security Administration as destructive.

From Survivor to Champion: Anais Saenz Returns to The Periwinkle Foundation to Empower Young Cancer Fighters

Some stories come full circle, and few are as inspiring as that of Anais Saenz. Once a young child fighting for her life, Saenz is now standing tall as the new Program Coordinator for The Periwinkle Foundation, the very organization …

Progress in the Making? OBO Director Cylenthia Hoyrd Leads Lively Discussion on Disparity Study Recommendations at the ION

In a city as diverse and dynamic as Houston, ensuring that opportunity matches our demographics isn’t just a goal—it’s a necessity. On Monday, April 14, 2025, that mission took center stage at the ION Innovation Hub, where the City of …

UHD's Earth Month Spotlight: Plastic, Poetry, and the Power of the People

Get ready, Houston! The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is diving deep—literally and figuratively—into the global plastic crisis with an Earth Month lecture that promises to provoke thought, stir hearts, and inspire action. On Wednesday, April 23 at 11:30 a.m., UHD …

Houston’s Own Megan Thee Stallion Slays Coachella—Even When the Mic Cuts Out

Coachella 2025 may have tried to mute the Hottie Queen, but Houston’s own Megan Thee Stallion proved once again why she’s not just a performer—she’s a cultural force.

Robots, Rivalries & the Road to Tomorrow: FIRST® Championship Electrifies Houston with 40,000 Future Innovators!

Houston, get ready to buzz with innovation! This week, the George R. Brown Convention Center transforms into a global arena of creativity, code, and camaraderie as the 2025 FIRST® Championship storms into town, Wednesday thru Saturday, April 16th–19th, uniting over …

Menefee, Edwards Post Strong Fundraising Starts in TX-18 Congressional Race

Two top Democratic contenders in Texas’ 18th Congressional District are off to a strong start, with impressive fundraising numbers signaling a high-stakes primary ahead.

It’s Tax Day. Still haven’t filed? Tips on how to get an extension and more

It’s April 15 — otherwise known as “Tax Day” in the United States. While the IRS has already received a majority of the 2024 federal income tax returns typically filed by Tax Day — 101.422 million as of April 4, …