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Opinion: What I Witnessed On January 6

On January 6, I woke up knowing it was going to be a difficult day, but I had no idea that it would take the harrowing turn that it did. In fact, I was actually somewhat optimistic when the day began. Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, hours before, had won their US Sen- ate runoffs in Georgia, giving Democrats control of the Senate. Weeks earlier in November, in Texas and throughout the country, turnout in the 2020 presidential election had been historic -- with people of all backgrounds and political persuasions making their voices heard despite fearmongering and misinformation.

SPLC Pledges $100 Million in Voter Engagement Programs in the Deep South through 2032

SPLC’s commitment represents a historic pledge of resources to amplify multi-racial, inclusive democracy initiatives

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) today announced a $100 million reinvestment from its endowment to its Vote Your Voice program over the next decade – increasing its commitment by more than three-fold from the $30 million pledged initially in 2020 – for non-partisan voter outreach, democracy advocacy and civic engagement efforts across the Deep South. Through a collaborative partnership with the 70-year-old Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, the SPLC’s Vote Your Voice program supports organizations working in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi.

Curative Expands No Copay, No Deductible Health Insurance Plan to Houston Metro Area

First-of-its-Kind, High-Quality Health Plan Expands Offering in Houston, Where Residents Express Great Concern Over The Cost of Care, According to New Survey Data

Curative Insurance Company, provider of a cutting-edge, no copay, no deductible health plan*, is now expanding its fully insured benefit offering to the Houston metro area to serve employers in all of Harris County as well as any of their employees nationwide. Curative plans to expand the fully-insured option statewide in the near future and then to other states later this year. Curative now has one of the largest provider networks in the Houston area as well as a broad nationwide network of providers to support its unique solution.

Who gets the gold and who gets the shaft?

Over the next few weeks, the manufactured crisis over the “debt ceiling” will reach its boiling point. But this is pure melodrama, badly overacted with the outcome already known. The real question is about our priorities – and about who gets the gold and who gets the shaft.

Ahmad Goree Named New Leader of Dallas Southern Pride

More than 10K people expected to attend the 2023 Juneteenth Unity Weekend Celebration event June 15-20 in Dallas

Dallas Southern Pride (DSP), the premier organization hosting pride events throughout the Dallas metroplex, announced today that Ahmad Goree, former director of public affairs, will assume the role of chief operations officer and director of engagement of Dallas Southern Pride, effective immediately. Goree succeeds the late Kirk Myers-Hill, who was president of Dallas Southern Pride, and a beloved member of the community whose contributions will be greatly missed.

Jim Jordan loses second vote for House speaker amid steep GOP opposition

Republican Rep. Jim Jordan again failed to win the House speaker’s gavel in a second vote on Wednesday, drawing less support than in an initial vote the day before. The loss raises serious questions over whether the Ohio Republican has a viable path forward as he confronts steep opposition and the House remains in a state of paralysis.

H-E-B releases series of documentary films focused on conservation efforts in Texas

H-E-B’s Our Texas, Our Future commitment commissions docuseries of five films from award-winning filmmakers

H-E-B has teamed up with award-winning filmmakers to release a series of documentary films that highlight stories of dedicated Texans and organizations conserving wildlife habitat, landscapes, and parks across the state.

Per Scholas Expands Tech Training to Houston

Ion Welcomes Per Scholas As Part of Community Investment to Build Inclusive Technology Workforce; Now Accepting Applications

Sheila Jackson Lee: Championing Houston's Voice in Congress

ELECTION SPECIAL: Sheila -VS- Amanda - Who Gets Your Vote?

Esteemed Tenure: Sheila Jackson Lee's over two decades of service as a congresswoman is a testament to her enduring commitment and seasoned expertise in representing Houston's diverse voices.

Megalodons skinnier than previously thought, new study suggests

Megalodons, the huge prehistoric sharks depicted in movies such as “The Meg,” had more slender bodies than was previously thought, according to a new study.

House passes bill; could ban TikTok despite resistance from Trump

The House voted on Wednesday to pass a bill that could lead to a nationwide ban against TikTok, a major challenge to one of the world’s most popular social media apps.

Hurry, Houston! Just One Week Left to Savor Girl Scout Cookie Magic!

Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council Delights Houstonians with Classic Favorites Until March 24th

Sweet treats, big dreams! The clock is ticking, and there's just one week left to indulge in the delectable delights of Girl Scout Cookies in the Greater Houston area. The Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) are spreading joy and sweetness until Sunday, March 24th, with their irresistible array of cookies.

Revitalize Your Skin and Give Back: Join Hiatus Spa + Retreat's Earth Month Campaign Benefiting Charity: Water

Dive into a world of luxury and compassion this Earth Month with Hiatus Spa + Retreat's annual Spa for a Cause initiative, running from April 1st to April 30th. As the premier Texas day spa with eight exquisite locations across the Lone Star State, Hiatus Spa invites you to indulge in self-care while supporting a noble cause.

Honoring Women Who Inspire

A person can be inspired by anything from anywhere. Inspiration can fuel our actions, thoughts, feelings, and takes us on a journey toward success. The women featured in this week’s cover story inspire little ones growing up but also adults in their various fields of expertise. We can learn from their missteps and act wisely based on their accomplishments. We can get behind causes to motivate the masses due to their influence. Read their stories and see if they have inspired you.

The Rise And Fall Of Aaron Hernandez

On Wednesday morning, the man who seemed to have everything hanged himself in a jail cell where he was serving a life sentence for the 2013 murder of his friend Odin Lloyd.

Civil rights legend Rep. John Lewis dead at 80

John Robert Lewis, the son of sharecroppers who survived a brutal beating by police during a landmark 1965 march in Selma, Alabama, to become a towering figure of the civil rights movement and a longtime US congressman, has died after a six-month battle with cancer. He was 80.

Gabby Giffords still struggles to find words, but she hasn't lost her voice

Doctors and public health experts often talk about a bullet as the vector, just as a virus is the vector of transmission in infectious diseases. Both leave a path of destruction as they travel. Families are left to bury loved ones, and survivors may live with chronic injuries that reveal the damage even one bullet can do.

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