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Alex Nogales, NHMC president and CEO, directly places the blame on the recent U.S. mass shootings on President Trump

After this past weekend's back-to-back massacres in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio which has left 31 people dead, Alex Nogales, the president and CEO of the National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC), is firmly placing the blame of this carnage on President Trump.

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Guacamole Lovers, Rejoice! The Avocado Genome Has Been Sequenced

A new study illuminates the avocado’s family history and lays the foundation for the species’ improvement.

We now know the DNA of guacamole. Scientists including Texas Tech University’s own Luis Herrera-Estrella have sequenced the avocado genome, shedding light on the ancient origins of this buttery fruit and laying the groundwork for future improvements to farming.

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Theatre Under The Stars Announces the Cast of Spring Awakening

Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) is excited to announce the cast of Spring Awakening.

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Bodybuilding Legend Ronnie Coleman Launches YouTube Podcast, New Supplement Products

Coleman has launched a podcast on his YouTube channel, RCSSTV, along with new products in his supplement line including some unique food seasonings for those hardcore dieters.

In the world of bodybuilding, there is no bigger name than eight-time Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman. Despite being retired from competitive bodybuilding for over a decade his popularity has never been higher. Just look at his social media numbers: 3.3 million followers on Instagram, 1.2 million on Facebook, 660 thousand subscribers on YouTube and another 246 thousand on Twitter.

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Mayor Pete Buttigieg Announces Bold Action Plan to Combat the National Threat Posed by Domestic Terror and the Gun Lobby

New approach lays out bold policies supported by sustained political engagement

Today, Mayor Pete Buttigieg released a bold action plan to meet the urgent national security crisis posed by white nationalism and the gun lobby that is threatening communities across America. The plan not only identifies the policies that must be enacted to to stem the rising tide of gun violence, but includes the concrete action needed to build and sustain political power to put those policies in place.

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Green Zone Housing Jump For A Dream

Freefall 120 MPH For Veterans $1,000 Challenge for Charity

Calling all speed freaks, bucket listers, military veteran supporters! Green Zone Housing Jump For Heroes invites all to take part or watch daredevils freefall from 14,000 feet in the air in support of military veterans. The day long benefit will end with music from entertainer Moses Rangel. Join us on August 31, 2019 with first jump at 7:00 a.m. at Skydive Spaceland Houston, 16111 FM 521, Rosharon, TX 77583.

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Governor Ron DeSantis Officially Requests Replacement of Florida Statue in National Statuary Hall on 144th Anniversary of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune’s Birthday

Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune’s statue will represent the first African American to have a state-commissioned statue in National Statuary Hall

“Florida is proud to commemorate the 144th anniversary of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune’s birthday by sending our state’s formal request to place her statue in National Statuary Hall, making her the first African American to have a state-commissioned statue,” said Governor DeSantis. “Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune was an influential educator, leader and civil rights activist who became one of Florida’s and our nation’s most influential leaders. Dr. McLeod Bethune’s statue will represent the best of who we are as Floridians to visitors from around the world in our nation’s capitol. Her legacy endures and will continue to inspire future generations.”

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Sugar Land Native Serves Aboard U.S. Navy Guided-Missile Destroyer in Pearl Harbor

A 2010 Stephen F. Austin High School graduate, 2014 Texas A&M University graduate and Sugar Land, Texas, native is serving in the U.S. Navy aboard the guided-missile destroyer, USS Halsey.

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2019 Theta Charity Antiques Show Returns to Houston for Grand Finale in November

Featuring appearances by nationally-renowned design experts Steve and Brooke Giannetti, Alexa Hampton, Thomas Jayne, Charlotte Moss, Thomas O’Brien, and Margot Shaw

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Fueled Fashion & Art Gala Showcases Houston’s Energy Industry

Designers will showcase the energy industry through art and fashion.

LF Enterprises announced today that the company will produce the inaugural Fueled Fashion & Art Gala – a fashion runway show, art show and auction to showcase the energy capital.

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Governor Abbott Names Chair And Appoints Four To Parks And Wildlife Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed James Abell, Jeff Hildebrand, and Bobby Patton to the Parks and Wildlife Commission for terms set to expire on February 1, 2025. Additionally, the Governor reappointed Anna Benavides Galo for a term set to expire on February 1, 2021, and named Reed Morian chair of the commission.

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Elizabeth Warren wants to change the bankruptcy code. Here's what that could mean for American workers

Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren wants to change the way bankruptcy works in America.

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Black moms launch campaign against racism in schools

The first day of school is close and a group of parents are hoping to see change.

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Khalid announces benefit concert for El Paso

One of the hottest artists in the music industry will perform in the wake of tragedy in his adopted hometown of El Paso, Texas.

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JuiceWell Now Serving Three Locations in Houston, Texas

JuiceWell is pleased to serve customers from three convenient locations.

"Our brand has grown, and now we support our clients' healthy lifestyles from three ideal locations in Houston," says spokesperson Wen Qin. "Visit us at the Regions Financial Center - Greenway Plaza, at 4061 Bellaire Blvd. (known there as Sustain Juicery), or in Suite B at 9317 Katy Freeway."

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Police ask for witnesses after 6-year-old was thrown from 10th floor of London's Tate Modern

London police are asking for witnesses after a six-year-old boy was thrown from the 10th floor viewing platform at the Tate Modern gallery on Sunday.

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BakerRipley Hosts Annual Back to School Health Fair throughout Houston

BakerRipley is hosting its annual Back to School Health Fair at 3 of its locations throughout Houston. This is the ninth year BakerRipley is hosting its annual Back to School Heath Fairs to help communities it serves get ready for back to school. The non-profit provides resources and education to help families live a healthy lifestyle.

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Harris County Receives Successful Status For Countywide Polling Place Program

Harris County has earned successful status from the Texas Secretary of State’s Office for the Countywide Polling Place Program following the May 4, 2019 Joint Election. Harris County is the largest county in the country to have executed a successful election where voters can cast a ballot at any polling location.

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Rice's Jones Graduate School of Business launches The Index podcast

Rice University’s Jones Graduate School of Business, one of the country's top-ranked business schools, has launched a new podcast, The Index, which examines the science behind scandals, epiphanies, live performance and other aspects of our lives.