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Michelle Obama addresses recent absences from political events and divorce rumors

Former first lady Michelle Obama discussed stepping back and making time for herself on a podcast released Tuesday, addressing her recent absences from political events and rumors of marital troubles.

UH Breaks Ground on a Brighter Future: Hobby School Set to Shine with $52M Academic Building

Don’t just mark your calendars—engrave this one in Cougar red. On Friday, April 11, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m., the University of Houston (UH) will officially break ground on a bold new era in public service education: a $52 million …

🎉 Houston Area Urban League Throws the Ultimate Family Block Party Bash🎉

Get ready, Space City! The heartbeat of Houston's community uplift is throwing one epic celebration you won’t want to miss. Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. as the Houston Area Urban League …

A New Dawn in Midtown: Ribbon-Cutting at RoseMary’s Place Apartments

In a heartfelt celebration of compassion, community, and commitment, the ribbon-cutting ceremony for RoseMary’s Place Apartments in Midtown Houston marked a pivotal moment in the city’s ongoing mission to end homelessness. With blue skies overhead and brighter futures ahead, city …

Sole Lounge Ignites Downtown Houston with a Bold New Weekend Brunch Experience

Downtown Houston just got a whole lot tastier. Say hello to your new weekend brunch obsession: Sole Lounge, the city’s premier sports and nightlife destination, is now dishing out a sizzling brunch experience every Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. …

Sailing with Purpose: Houston Native Steven Clinton Navigates Global Missions and Bright Futures in the U.S. Navy

As the U.S. Navy proudly commemorates its 250th anniversary, Houston continues to make its mark on history through the achievements of its hometown heroes. Among them is Petty Officer 2nd Class Steven Clinton, a determined and driven Navy air traffic …

From Houston to the High Seas: Alief Native David Chapman Soars in the U.S. Navy as a Leader in Air Traffic Control

In a year marking the U.S. Navy’s monumental 250th anniversary, one Houston native is exemplifying the city’s legacy of resilience, discipline, and service on a national stage. Petty Officer 2nd Class David Chapman, a proud graduate of Alief Taylor High …

Houston Community College Joins Forces with VICEROY to Launch Elite Cybersecurity Pipeline for National Defense

In a groundbreaking move that signals a bold leap forward in cybersecurity education, Houston Community College (HCC) has officially joined the prestigious VICEROY Program, an elite virtual institution network anchored by Texas A&M University. This collaboration cements HCC’s role as …

Hyundai Motor and the Whitney Museum Spotlight Eco-Art Innovation with Marina Zurkow’s “The River is a Circle”

In a striking fusion of art, technology, and environmental consciousness, Hyundai Motor Company and the Whitney Museum of American Art have unveiled the second installment of the acclaimed Hyundai Terrace Commission: Marina Zurkow: The River is a Circle. Open to …

🎼 From Xi’an to Houston: Ailian Yang’s Unstoppable Symphony

In a world often defined by division, Ailian Yang chooses harmony. From the ancient city of Xi’an to the cultural mosaic of Houston, her journey is a testament to the power of music as a cultural force—and to one woman’s …

🚨 H-E-B's 2025 Quest for Texas Best: A Texas-Sized Opportunity for Entrepreneurs Is Officially OPEN!

Are you ready to turn your passion into profit and your Texas-made product into a household name? H-E-B’s 2025 Quest for Texas Best is now accepting entries from innovators, dreamers, and culinary creatives across the Lone Star State. This is …

Campus Chronicles - April 9, 2025

See what's happening in the Aldine, Klein, Pasadena, and Fort Bend ISDs.

Anti-vaccine sentiment may derail vaccines already awaiting FDA approval, experts fear

Concern is growing among public health experts that anti-vaccine sentiment within federal and state governments may derail emerging and cutting-edge vaccines that are now awaiting regulatory approval in the United States – essentially leaving those vaccines in limbo.

What to know about fluoride in drinking water

US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he will tell the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to stop recommending fluoridation for drinking water, following a Monday appearance in Utah, which recently banned the practice. …

A Grave Mistake: Video captures pallbearers plunge into burial hole

A grieving family is speaking out after pallbearers fell into the grave while carrying the casket of their loved one in North Philadelphia. The platform above the burial site collapsed right from under their feet.