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A Texas woman is wanted for the alleged murder of an elite cyclist who had a relationship with her boyfriend, authorities say

Authorities are searching for a Texas woman accused of murdering an elite cyclist who at one time dated her boyfriend.

HISD middle schools welcome next-generation emerging tech labs from Verizon

Houston ISD is proud to announce the launch of Verizon Innovative Learning Labs at Holland, Edison and Patrick Henry Middle Schools, made possible by Verizon, through a partnership with Heart of America and the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation …

Congressman Al Green Tests Positive for COVID-19

On Monday, May 23, 2022, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:

Houston Grand Opera Appoints Jennifer Bowman as Director of Community and Learning

After an extensive search, Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to announce Jennifer Bowman as the company’s new Director of Community and Learning (formerly HGOco).

Harmony Public Schools, Texas State University System announce new partnership

The Texas State University System (TSUS) and Harmony Public Schools (HPS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish and expand collaborative efforts aimed at supporting HPS graduates as they apply to, advance in, and graduate from a TSUS member …

Founders of Turkey Leg Hut Bring Over 30 Classic Cars to Rick Ross Car Show and Win ‘Hustler of The Year’ Award

Houston’s Turkey Leg Hut (TLH) founders Lynn and Nakia Price received the “Hustler of The Year” award from hip-hop mogul Rick Ross on Saturday, after hauling over 30 classic cars to his palatial Georgia estate for the inaugural “Rick Ross …

Staying on the bold path: tips from Ford Foundation chief Darren Walker

What’s the best thing about working in an organization with a big social mission? The mission. I’ve worked in such places; I’ve come to know many more of them as a journalist, and I’m starting this new LinkedIn newsletter as …

Jackson State University Appoints Alumna Fran’Cee Brown-McClure as Vice President of Student Affairs

Jackson State University President Thomas K. Hudson, J.D., today announces the appointment of alumna Fran’Cee Brown-McClure, Ph.D. (’04) as the new vice president of Student Affairs, effective July 1. Associate Vice President Susan Powell, Ed.D., will assume new duties within …

“I wish I would’ve held on longer," said the father of a teen missing in Orange Beach waters

The unimaginable happened to a Louisiana family vacationing in Orange Beach. Saturday, their 14-year-old son was swept into rough waters and has not yet been found.

1 killed, 3 hurt in 300-foot fall down cliff in Palos Verdes Estates

One person is dead and three others injured Monday after falling down a cliff in the Palos Verdes Estates area.

NYPD releases photos of suspect in fatal shooting of 48-year-old man on subway

The New York City Police Department released two photos Monday of a suspect who is wanted for homicide in the unprovoked shooting on Sunday of a 48-year-old man on the subway.

Israeli judge's ruling on Jews who prayed in Al-Aqsa compound ignites controversy

A court in Jerusalem has issued a controversial ruling that critics say threatens the fragile agreement regulating access to Jerusalem's most disputed holy sites.

Facebook-parent Meta to share more details with researchers about political ad targeting

Facebook-parent Meta on Monday said it would soon offer more transparency and information to researchers about how political and social ads are targeted to users on the platform, months before the US midterm elections.

Houston Native Supports TOPGUN while serving with Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center

A Houston, Texas, native is serving with Naval Aviation Warfighting Development Center supporting TOPGUN aviators at the Navy’s premier tactical air warfare training center.

We Can't Afford to Let Hate and Lies Win Again

When Payton Gendron, an 18-year-old white teenager opened fire on shoppers in the Tops supermarket in Buffalo, N.Y., on Saturday, he knew exactly who he was aiming at - African Americans. Ten were murdered and three wounded in the attack, …