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Houston's Own Jarvis Johnson Steps Forward in Senate District 15 Race
In political landscape of Houston is abuzz as State Representative Jarvis Johnson enters the fray for Senate District 15, a seat with a legacy of strong leadership. As candidates rally their supporters for the upcoming primaries, with early voting commencing on February 20th, Johnson emerges as a formidable contender with deep Houstonian roots.
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Preservation and Progress: Antioch Missionary Baptist Church Receives Significant Grant from the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund
In a significant move toward preserving Houston's historical land- marks, the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, a beacon of African American heritage in Texas, has been granted $180,000 by the esteemed Af- rican American Cultural Heritage Action Fund, an initiative by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
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Former NRA President Oliver North claims removed for raising corruption concerns
Former National Rifle Association President Oliver North was ousted after he raised concerns about corruption within the gun-lobbying group, he testified Tuesday at a civil corruption trial in New York.
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Power Grids Supplied By Clean Energy Are More Reliable. That Saves Lives
February, 2021. A rare Valentines Day winter storm wallops Texas with snow and a deep freeze.
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An Oklahoma state lawmaker says he will now change the language of a bill he proposed that designates anyone “of Hispanic descent” that is “a …
Published on January 24, 2024
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Bill lists gang members as terrorists - Oklahoma state lawmaker objects - fellow lawmakers say not enough
An Oklahoma state lawmaker says he will now change the language of a bill he proposed that designates anyone “of Hispanic descent” that is “a member of a criminal street gang” and convicted of a “gang-related offense” a terrorist.
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Cat adoption group supports Buffalo Bills kicker
A no-kill, non-profit cat adoption agency in Western New York says it has received over $150,000 of pledged donations since declaring support for Buffalo Bills placekicker Tyler Bass, calling him a “Cat Dad.”
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Two of Houston's Own Selected for 2024 McDonald’s All American Games in Houston
Episcopal High School and Seven Lakes Hi
In a thrilling moment for Houston's basketball scene, Me'Arah O'Neal from Episcopal High School and Justice Carlton from Seven Lakes High School have been selected to participate in the highly coveted 2024 McDonald’s All American Games. The announcement of the official girls and boys rosters marks a significant achievement for these rising stars, who will join an elite group of players competing on April 2 in Houston.
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Cirque du Soleil Returns to Beaumont
Beaumont will experience the enchantment of Corteo for the first time ever from Feb. 16 to Feb. 18 at Ford Park
Corteo, the most enchanting arena show ever produced by the internationally acclaimed Cirque du Soleil, is set to make its debut in Beaumont for the first time ever, marking a historic occasion as only the fourth visit to Beaumont in Cirque du Soleil's illustrious history. Directed by the visionary Daniele Finzi Pasca, this unique production first graced the stage under the dazzling Big Top in Montreal back in April 2005.
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Billy Joel made the announcement of his new song, "Turn the Lights Back On," in a short clip on social media. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Mazur/Getty …
Published on January 23, 2024
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Billy Joel is releasing his first single in 17 years
Billy Joel has delighted his fans with news that he is about to release his first new single in 17 years.
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Fake robocall urges New Hampshire voters not to vote
A robocall that appears to be an AI voice resembling President Joe Biden is reaching out to New Hampshire residents, advising them against voting in Tuesday’s presidential primary and saving their vote for the November general election.
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Hyundai and Rhizome Collaborate to Unveil the Future of Art and Technology with 'Seven on Seven' (7x7) Relaunch
Iconic Program Returns with a Focus on Artificial Intelligence, Uniting Visionary Artists and Technologists
Hyundai Motor continues partnership with Rhizome of the New Museum for the 2024 edition of ‘Seven on Seven’ (7x7), the iconic art and technology program 7x7 pairs artists with technologists to make something new, with the results presented at a public conference on January 27 at the New Museum The partnership highlights Hyundai Motor’s commitment to fostering innovation and creativity, with this year’s program exploring AI’s impact on various aspects of life
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Ava DuVernay Dives Into the 'Origins' in Insightful Conversation
Ava DuVernay Talks ‘Origins’; Says ‘All the ‘isms’ sit on top of this thing called caste’ + Inclusion of Book Burning Scene
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We Should Vote for Biden But Not Embrace Him
Joe Biden Stinks! His hypocrisy and chronic tone-deafness are blistering assaults on my humanitarian sensibilities.
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‘Oppenheimer’ leads Oscar contenders with 13 nominations
Nominations for the 96th Academy Awards were revealed on Tuesday.
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New Hampshire ad spending tops $77 million as Haley and Trump fight to the finish
Donald Trump, Nikki Haley and their allies have traded sharp attacks on New Hampshire airwaves ahead of the second nominating contest in the Republican presidential primary.
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Baseball Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg has cancer
Longtime Chicago Cubs second baseman Ryne Sandberg announced Monday he has been diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer and has begun treatment.
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Authorities say Jose Lazaro Cruz has been on the run for more than 30 years after being wanted in connection with the killing of his …
Published on January 22, 2024
