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North Dakota governor defends crowded GOP primary field: ‘Competition is great for America’
Republican presidential candidate Doug Burgum on Sunday sought to assuage concerns of an overcrowded 2024 primary field, which now boasts 12 high-profile GOP contenders.
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Klobuchar says she supports allowing abortion restrictions in late pregnancy
Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar said Sunday she supports allowing limitations on abortion in the third trimester of pregnancy wading into the thorny political debate of abortion procedure time frames.
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Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar said on June 25 she supports allowing limitations on abortion in the third trimester of pregnancy. Mandatory Credit: Tom Williams/Getty Images
Published on June 26, 2023
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Blinken says Wagner insurrection shows ‘cracks’ emerging in Putin’s rule
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Sunday that the brief and chaotic insurrection in Russia led by the Wagner paramilitary group shows “cracks” in Russian President Vladimir Putin’s role as a leader of the country.
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Here’s what’s left for the Supreme Court’s final week of the term
All eyes are on the Supreme Court for its final week, as the justices will release cases on issues such as affirmative action, student loan payments, election law and LGBTQ rights.
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Supreme Court allows for Louisiana congressional map to be redrawn to add another majority-Black district
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed the Louisiana congressional map to be redrawn to add another majority-Black district.
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DeSantis pitches crackdown on illegal immigration in first major policy proposal of his campaign
In his first major policy rollout of his 2024 presidential campaign, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday proposed a sweeping crackdown on illegal immigration, including sending the US military to the border and mass detention and deportation of undocumented people.
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McCarthy floats potential impeachment inquiry into Garland over IRS whistleblower claims
Speaker Kevin McCarthy is floating the possibility that the House could open an impeachment inquiry into Attorney General Merrick Garland over Internal Revenue Service whistleblower allegations that Justice Department leadership improperly interfered in the Hunter Biden probe, which Garland has denied.
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German voters elect far-right AfD candidate to lead district for the first time
A candidate from the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party won a local leadership post for the first time on Sunday in a resounding victory for a group whose anti-migrant, Euroskeptic and anti-Muslim agenda is under surveillance by German authorities.
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The Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs to Showcase the Works of Queer Latinx Creatives in City Hall
In celebration of Pride month, The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs announces its fourth exhibition in the Expressions! series with “Aquí and Now,” a showcase of queer Latinx voices from across Texas.
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Tragic Implosion Claims Lives of All Aboard Titanic-Bound Submersible, US Coast Guard Reports
The submersible en route to the Titanic, which went missing on Sunday with five individuals on board, experienced a devastating implosion, resulting in the loss of all lives, according to US Coast Guard Rear Adm. John Mauger on Thursday.
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Amanda Edwards for Congress Announces Over $200,000 Raised 3 Days After Launch
Amanda Edwards for Congress announced today that by Wednesday of this week it had raised over $200,000 after officially launching her bid for Congress 3 days prior.
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Meet Houston Mayoral Candidate Gilbert Garcia
Houston residents are eagerly anticipating the upcoming mayoral election, where they will have the chance to choose a new leader for their city. With a diverse pool of candidates, ranging from seasoned politicians to fresh faces in the political arena, one individual has emerged as a standout contender: Gilbert Garcia. Although relatively new to politics, Garcia has made a significant impact on the Houston community and garnered attention for his vision and passion.
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Amanda Edwards Unleashes Her Power Move: Bidding for Houston's 18th Congressional Seat!
In an awe-inspiring announcement that has captured the attention of Houstonians, the remarkable Amanda Edwards, a leading contender in the Houston mayoral race, has revealed her ambitious bid for the esteemed 18th Congressional Seat. With unwavering determination, Edwards declared her intent to represent Houston, Texas, in the U.S. Congress, igniting a wave of excitement and enthusiasm among her supporters.
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Houston City Candidates Continue to Play Musical Chairs
With two months to go until the Monday, August 21 filing deadline for Houston Mayor, City Controller, five at large (citywide), and 11 City Council seats, the list of candidates continues to shuffle at the city secretary’s office, where candidates are required to name a campaign treasurer before being permitted to politicize, raise, or spend campaign money.
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Join the Houston Symphony at Miller Outdoor Theatre This Summer
Enjoy music under the stars with this free Houston Symphony performance at Miller Outdoor Theatre
Enjoy music under the stars with this free Houston Symphony performance at Miller Outdoor Theatre.
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Jatata Hutton Assumes Role as Principal of Academic and Behavior School West
The Harris County Department of Education has announced the appointment of Jatata Hutton as the new principal of Academic and Behavior School West.
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'Have you no sense of decency, sir?'
Texas is suffering from record high temperatures, with heat indexes topping a staggering 120 degrees.
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USS Greeneville (SSN 772) holds change of command ceremony
Cmdr. Robert Lane turned over command of the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) to Cmdr. Chad Tella in a traditional change of command ceremony held Friday, June 16, at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) in Kittery, Maine.
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Photo By Selena Brock | 230616-N-IW561-0033 KITTERY, Maine (June 16, 2023) – Cmdr. Robert Lane, right, outgoing commanding officer of the USS Greeneville (SSN 772), …
Published on June 20, 2023
