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Texans May Have A Hard Time Stopping Browns TE David Njoku On Sunday
With the Texans upcoming game against the Cleveland Browns, a lot has been made about the one-two punch of Browns running backs Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt, and rightfully so as the two combined for 230 yards rushing in a Week 10 victory over the Texans. Yet, it may be another offensive weapon that starting quarterback Baker Mayfield has at his disposal that Houston should pay attention to and that is tight end David Njoku.
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Southwest Airlines passenger AirDrops nude photo to other fliers
The pilot of a Southwest Airlines flight threatened to cancel takeoff after someone on the plane sent a naked photograph to other passengers.
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The Lupus Foundation of America Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Prepares for an Evening of Glitter and Gold Honoring a Local Lupus Warrior
“All that Glitters is Gold” at the Lupus Foundation of America Texas Gulf Coast Chapter Gala on Saturday, Sept. 17, at the Post Oak Hotel in Houston.
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Harris County DA Ogg statement on case against Shelton Jones for 1991 capital murder of HPD Sgt. Bruno Soboleski
Former death row inmate Shelton Jones was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison in a plea deal that takes Jones off death row but will keep him in prison for the rest of his life, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
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Free-agent shortstop saga ends with Carlos Correa returning to Minnesota Twins
The free-agent saga surrounding shortstop Carlos Correa has finally come to an end.
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METRORail Free Rides are a Slam Dunk for NCAA Final Four Fun
Everyone headed to events for the NCAA Final Four or other activities over that four-day period will be able to ride METRORail for free! Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages, a proud partner of the 2023 NCAA Final Four, is providing those complimentary rides on the Red, Green and Purple lines from Friday, March 31 – Monday, April 3.
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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Secures $900,000 Settlement from ITC Due to an Explosion at Its Deer Park Facility
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee settled a lawsuit with Intercontinental Terminals Company (ITC) for $900,000 in connection with the 2019 Deer Park fire. Two years ago, a fire erupted at ITC’s bulk liquid terminal when a tank containing a flammable liquid hydrocarbon mixture caught fire, eventually spreading to additional tanks. The fire created a plume over the entirety of the City of Houston before the fire was extinguished days later. The fire made national news and closed local schools and businesses.
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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Secures a $900,000 Settlement From ITC - Due to Deer Park Explosion
Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee settled a lawsuit with Intercontinental Terminals Company (ITC) for $900,000 in connection with the 2019 Deer Park fire. Two years ago, a fire erupted at ITC’s bulk liquid terminal when a tank containing a flammable liquid hydrocarbon mixture caught fire, eventually spreading to additional tanks. The fire created a plume over the entirety of the City of Houston before the fire was extinguished days later. The fire made national news and closed local schools and businesses.
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Fort Bend County Announces Change to COVID-19 Community Impact Level
Local Data Shows an Increase in Active Cases and Hospitalization
In response to the number of COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations across the Houston region, The Fort Bend County Department of Health and Human Services (FBCHHS) raised the Community Impact Level to High, while stressing the importance that residents remain vigilant and stay up to date on their vaccine and boosters while following the guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to prevent the spread of the virus.
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Rockets Jae'Sean Tate makes impressive return against the Heat
Rockets Forward Jae’Sean Tate made sure to return the love he was receiving as he waived to the crowd before being handed a basketball to begin his drills. It was the first time that Tate had been seen in a Rockets uniform in over eight days, having played his last game on December 23 against the Indiana Pacers.
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HISD families can apply for up to $1,200 per child under federal pandemic benefit program
Second round of benefit program accepting applications through Aug. 13
Houston Independent School District families can now apply for a Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT), a one-time benefit for families who temporarily lost access to student meals during the 2020–2021 school year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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See The Negro Motorist Green Book at the Holocaust Museum of Houston
The fascinating history of The Green Book, an annual guide established in 1936 by Victor Green, a Harlem postman, to assist African American travelers in navigating the challenges of segregation during the Jim Crow era, takes center stage in "The Negro Motorist Green Book."
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LULAC is the Lead Plantiff in the Lawsuit Against Texas Redistricting Maps
Nation’s Largest and Oldest Latino Civil Rights Organization and Coalition Stand Up to Governor Abbott
The state’s Latino civil and voting rights organizations have filed a lawsuit challenging Texas on its four new redistricting maps: Congressional, State Senate, House, and State Board of Education. The coalition seeks to prevent the use of the maps because they dilute Latino voting strength in violation of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 (VRA) and the U.S. Constitution.
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Savor the Flavor: The Savoy Unveils Delectable Thursday Steak Night Extravaganza
The Savoy, a cherished neighborhood gem nestled in the heart of Houston's Third Ward, is set to elevate your Thursday evenings with the launch of its enticing new addition – Steak Night on Thursdays!
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Comfort Foodies’ ‘Pick 6 Game Day Package’ Elevates Super Bowl Sunday Feasting
Comfort Foodies, the beloved culinary hotspot where Southern Soul meets Caribbean flair, is revolutionizing traditional Super Bowl Sunday feasting with its mouthwatering “Pick 6 Game Day Package,” available for dine-in or takeout!
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Campus Chronicles - February 7, 2024
Let's give a round of applause to Melinda Winston for shattering the Alief ISD Hastings High School Lady Bears Rebound record, amassing an impressive 983 career rebounds! 🔥 Kudos on this remarkable achievement!
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Texas woman charged with threatening to kill judge overseeing Trump’s federal election interference case
A Texas woman has been charged with threatening in a voicemail to kill the federal judge overseeing former President Donald Trump’s criminal case in Washington, DC, over his attempts to overturn the 2020 election.
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Rice University Launches Five Research Centers to Tackle Global Challenges
New Research Centers to Address Coastal Resilience, Cancer Care, and Latinx Community Challenges
Rice University has invested in five research centers addressing global issues, including coastal safety, cancer diagnosis, Latin American challenges, and more.
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Celebrating Black Excellence: Lena Waithe, Mona Scott-Young, and More Honored at the 2024 BWFN Summit!
Houston, mark your calendars for an unforgettable event honoring the trailblazing contributions of Black women in film and television at the Black Women Film Network (BWFN) Summit on March 23rd, 2024. Held at the prestigious Loudermilk Conference Center in Atlanta, GA, this year's summit promises to be an empowering celebration of creativity, resilience, and success.
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Remembering Naomi King: A Legacy of Courage and Compassion
The matriarch of the King family, civil rights icon Naomi Ruth Barber King, leaves behind a profound legacy of love and activism.
The hearts of many in Houston and beyond are heavy as they bid farewell to a remarkable woman whose life epitomized courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication to the fight for equality. Naomi Ruth Barber King, beloved matriarch of the King family and revered civil rights activist, peacefully passed away on March 7th, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the age of 92.
