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Vice President Harris' Fight for Reproductive Freedom
It matters deeply that America has a woman as our vice president. That has never been truer than at this moment.
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Device uses eye-tracking technology; helps identify if child is on autism spectrum
Mason Newsom thinks he's about to take in some cartoons and chill, but he's really being evaluated for autism.
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Empowering HSPVA's Black Student Artists
The enchanting Harlem Nights After Midnight Gala recently graced Houston, uniting the community for a night of glamour and generosity, all for a commendable cause—bolstering the dreams of students at Kinder High School. This illustrious event promised a journey through a cultural tapestry, blending entertainment with altruism, and offering a chance to contribute to the future successes of young scholars.
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H-E-B Ignites the 2024 Quest for Texas Best: Unleash Your Product's Potential from February 21 to April 4!
Calling all Texas-based innovators and creators! H-E-B is proud to announce the return of the H-E-B Quest for Texas Best for its 11th year. This prestigious competition shines a spotlight on local products and the great minds behind them, offering entrepreneurs across the state the chance to win big and see their creations featured in H-E-B stores.
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Mayor Whitmire Instills Renewed Leadership in Houston Housing Authority
In a decisive move to combat financial irregularities and enhance the operational efficacy of the Houston Housing Authority (HHA), Mayor John Whitmire has appointed a new slate of esteemed Commissioners. This strategic change comes in the wake of HHA ceasing the issuance of housing vouchers due to budget overruns, a decision that notably affects veterans, the disabled, and the homeless.
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Biden-Harris Administration Unveils $770 Million for Rural Infrastructure Projects During Investing in America Tour
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack and White House Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden announced $772.6 million in funding for 216 rural infrastructure projects
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New 2024 Houston Housing Authority
Mayor John Whitmire has appointed a new slate of esteemed Commissioners to the Houston Housing …
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"Our hearts are broken": Community gathers for a meal/vigil in Burnsville, MN
A crowd gathered outside the Burnsville police department Tuesday evening to let their emotions flow and honor the men they lost.
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A Dynamic Tapestry of Democracy in Action with "Harris County Votes: A Prelude to Progress"
As the dawn of February 20th unfurled its light over Harris County, the pulse of early voting began to beat with a vigor reflective of the community's commitment to shaping its future. A resounding 13,626 civic voices rang out across 79 polling stations, undeterred by the rescheduling necessitated by President’s Day – a testament to the steadfast dedication of the citizens.
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Supreme Court signals skepticism over Biden ‘good neighbor’ smog plan
The Supreme Court’s conservatives expressed skepticism over the Biden administration’s efforts to reduce smog and air pollution wafting across state lines during arguments Wednesday in the most significant environmental dispute at the high court this year.
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About 2% of babies born in US are from IVF - what you need to know
Talk to a group of 100 people born in the United States, and chances are two of them were born as the result of in vitro fertilization, said Dr. Zev Williams, director of the Columbia University Fertility Center.
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Suspect in Texas girl’s disappearance/death is family friend who was supposed to take her to bus stop, sheriff says
The man suspected in the death of 11-year-old Audrii Cunningham is a family friend who was entrusted with taking her to the school bus on the morning she vanished – and later participated in the massive search for the girl before her body was found in an east Texas river, authorities said.
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Harvard condemns antisemitic image circulated by pro-Palestinian groups on campus
Harvard University and its interim president have condemned an image circulated on social media by pro-Palestinian campus groups, prompting the groups to remove and apologize for the posting.
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Russia arrests US-Russian citizen for treason; she gave $51 to Ukraine, employer says
A US-Russian dual citizen was arrested in Russia on charges of treason for allegedly donating just $51 to a Ukrainian charity, her Californian employer said.
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Georgia state trooper dies after being hit by car while investigating fatal pedestrian crash on I-75
A Georgia State Patrol trooper has died after he was hit by a vehicle during a death investigation on Interstate 75 in Clayton County on Tuesday.
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Popular parent blogger Ruby Franke sentenced to consecutive prison terms for 4 counts aggravated child abuse
Ruby Franke, a mother and popular web personality who pleaded guilty last year to four counts of aggravated child abuse, was sentenced to four consecutive sentences of one to 15 years in a Utah prison Tuesday.
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Body 11-year-old Texas girl who disappeared on way to school has been found in river, sheriff says
The family’s home is near Lake Livingston – “one of the largest reservoirs in the state, with 83,000 surface acres,” according to Texas Parks & Wildlife.
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Mexican Pit Masters Spice Up Houston Rodeo's BBQ Cookoff
Houston's World Famous Barbecue Cookoff will have an international twist this year as Mexican Pit Masters from Monterrey, Mexico, join the competition
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Healthy lifestyle could reduce risk of irritable bowel syndrome, according to study
Adopting a healthy lifestyle could reduce the risk of irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, a new study found.
