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Trump’s Team is Coming for Climate Science. The Timing Couldn’t Be Worse.

It is official: 2024 was the hottest year on record. Temperatures not only surpassed 2023 as the previous hottest year, they leapt – for the first time – past the goal set in the Paris Climate Agreement of limiting global …

A Lifeline for the Community: Commissioner Ellis Champions $1M Opioid Prevention Grant for Black Men

In an inspiring step toward combating the opioid epidemic, Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis announced his full support for the Commissioners Court's approval of a $1 million grant to the African American Male Wellness Agency. This bold initiative, funded by …

Wildfires are a threat to mental health that can linger even years later

Dr. Jyoti Mishra personally knows how much stress can come with a wildfire. The associate director of the UC Climate Change and Mental Health Council and associate professor of psychiatry works at the University of California, San Diego. Her city …

Mel Gibson latest celebrity to share loss of home due to wildfires

Mel Gibson’s home in Malibu was destroyed by the Los Angeles wildfires while he was away recording a podcast with Joe Rogan in Austin, Texas, Gibson has revealed.

Star-Studded Lineup: A Rodeo for the Ages

RodeoHouston has truly outdone itself for 2025, blending the best of country, pop, hip-hop, and more into a showstopping roster of talent. Here's what to expect:

Houston Takes the Lead in AI Innovation: HCC’s National AI Conference

When it comes to trailblazing in technology, Houston is making waves. And leading the charge is none other than Houston Community College (HCC), the first community college in Texas to offer an associate degree in Artificial Intelligence and the first …

Mentors Matter: Communities In Schools of Houston’s Bold Mission to Build Brighter Futures

When it comes to changing lives, Communities In Schools of Houston (CIS) doesn’t just talk the talk—it walks the walk, partners with schools, and mentors students every step of the way. As January ushers in National Mentoring Month, this powerhouse …

Houston’s Bravest: A Community's Call to Action

In a city as vibrant and resilient as Houston, heroes often emerge not from myths but from the frontline—firefighters whose courage illuminates even the darkest nights. Such valor was on full display on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, when Senior Captain …

Congressman Al Green to Address House on Two Key Reasons Why Vice President Kamala Harris Had to Preside Over a Republican Party

On Thursday, January 9, 2025, Congressman Al Green released the following statement on X/Twitter:

Houston Independent School District Appoints Sandi Massey as Chief of Schools: A Transformational Leader at the Helm

– The Houston Independent School District (HISD) continues to make headlines with its bold leadership restructuring, appointing Sandi Massey as the new Chief of Schools. This pivotal role is designed to elevate instructional quality and streamline operations across the district’s …

Biden-Harris Administration Pledges $12 Billion in Disaster Relief: A Step Forward for Houston's Resilience

When Houston finds itself at the mercy of Mother Nature, resilience is more than just a buzzword—it’s a way of life. The city’s enduring spirit has once again been recognized, as the Biden-Harris Administration delivers a monumental $12 billion in …

Dr. George Kakkanatt Announces Campaign for Sugar Land City Council

As the new year unfolds with optimism and fresh opportunities, Dr. George Kakkanatt—a longstanding civic volunteer, counselor, social worker, and accomplished local business leader—has officially announced his candidacy for Sugar Land City Council At-Large Position 1. This seat is set …

Lucid Gravity: Redefining the SUV for a Sustainable Future

In the world of electric vehicles, the future isn’t coming—it’s here. Leading the charge is Lucid Motors with the highly anticipated Lucid Gravity, a groundbreaking SUV that promises to revolutionize the market. Combining epic range, electrifying power, and next-generation technology, …

President Biden to establish two new national monuments in California

President Joe Biden will declare two new national monuments in California on Tuesday in what will be one of his final, legacy-cementing actions to protect American land and water before he cedes the White House to President-elect Donald Trump.

The Washington Post lays off roughly 100 staffers as star journalists exit

The Washington Post on Tuesday laid off roughly 100 employees across its business division, the latest indication of the newspaper’s financial woes after subscribers and staffers revolted over owner Jeff Bezos’s decision to block an endorsement of Vice President Kamala …