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Hispanic Heritage Month: A Time For Reflection
I am often excited when Hispanic Heritage Month comes around. My social media fun facts regarding the contributions of the Hispanic/Latinx communities tend to be a little overboard, but hey, somebody has to tell it since our public education history books don’t really do our people any justice. Correct me if I’m wrong here, but I believe we get a chapter on civil rights and farm labor leaders Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta, and let’s not forget Texas History’s rendition of Santa Anna and the Alamo.
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Critical race theory has become a social and political lightning rod. This is how we got here
From chaotic school board meetings to political strife along party lines, critical race theory has ignited a controversy across the country in recent months.
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Texas Charter Schools Are Facing More Backlash This Year
Funded by the state but managed privately by nonprofits, charter schools have held a unique political position in Texas, allying with voucher advocates under the broad "school choice" umbrella while also lobbying lawmakers to shell out more for public education.
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Nursing student found dead after jogging on University of Georgia campus, identified
The body of a woman found dead Thursday on the University of Georgia campus has been identified as 22-year-old Laken Hope Riley, the Athens-Clarke County coroner told CNN on Friday.
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Chicago Teens Will Now Have Free Admission to Art Institute Of Chicago | WBEZ
A University of Chicago alumnus and his wife have made it possible for some Chicago teens to visit the Art Institute of Chicago for free for at least the next 25 years. Glenn and Claire Swogger are a philanthropic couple from Kansas who gave the undisclosed gift to the museum.
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4 Critically Hurt as Car Strikes Marching Band at Mardi Gras Parade
Twelve Alabama students were injured Tuesday when a car plowed into a marching band during a Mardi Gras parade
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Announcement On Embattled Congressman John Conyers Promised Tuesday
Rep. John Conyers' attorney Arnold Reed -- who has been speaking for the Michigan Democrat amid allegations of sexual harassment -- will make an announcement Tuesday morning on a Detroit talk-radio show, according to a tweet by the lawyer.
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46th Annual Legislative Conference
The National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL) 46th Annual Legislative Conference will convene November 29 through December 3 at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Biden traveling to Vietnam following G-20 summit next month
President Joe Biden will travel to Hanoi, Vietnam, on September 10 following the Group of 20 summit in India to meet with General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong and other leaders, according to the White House.
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Billionaire Beverage Ball 2023
The 2023 Billionaire Beverage Ball hosted by Signature Sipz is a lavish and exclusive event that showcases the finest wines crafted by renowned Dr. Hope Foster.
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2013 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ "Wheels To-Go" Auto Review w/ Reggie Dominique
Check out Houston Style Magazine's "Wheels To-Go" segment where we feature The 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ! The 2013 Chevrolet Equinox receives an all-new V6 engine option, offering more power with equal fuel economy compared with the V6 it replaces. The four-cylinder model remains unchanged, and it still retains one of the best fuel economy figures in the class. V6 models also receive some suspension updates for 2013, and test drivers say the changes give the Equinox a more buttoned-down feel on the road. One of the highlights of the Equinox is its cabin, which is spacious, comfortable and well-assembled. While the five-seat Equinox doesn't have the largest cargo area in the class, they appreciate the flexibility of the sliding second row, which can be moved forward to accommodate more cargo or back to make taller passengers more comfortable. The 2013 Chevy Equinox was driven by our own Reggie Dominique for a week showed here in our "Wheels To-Go" segment! Check out our in-dept look at the vehicle and how you can make it yours today!
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Pollo Campero Throws End of Summer Flavor Celebration
Campero Treats Guests to Family-Friendly Celebration and Chance to Win Free Campero Chicken Meals for a Year!
Summer is winding down and Pollo Campero, known for its flavor-to-the-bone fried and grilled chicken recipes, is ending it with a bang
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Texas Lawmakers Clear Way for Uber, Lyft Return to Major Cities
Texas governor Greg Abbott will sign in the next few days a bill that would shield ride-hailing firms Uber and Lyft from bruising battles over fingerprint background checks that led them to leave some of the state's most important markets.
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Amazon Hiring More Than 2,500 Employees for Fulfillment Center
The Seattle-based online retailer Amazon is hiring more than 2,500 full-time hourly employees for an 855,000-square-foot fulfillment center under construction on Beltway 8 in Pinto Business Park.
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Travis Scott Mugshot Released Following Weekend Arrest
Scott looks bummed that the party got shut down.
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Lt. Gov. Discusses Potential Impact of Texas “Bathroom” Bill
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick turned a lot of heads when last week he announced Senate Bill 6. A bill that "codifies what has been common practice in Texas and everywhere else forever - that men and women should use separate, designated bathrooms."
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San Antonio Being Considered for Self-driving Car Study
No longer just a concept from the Judson television show, self-driving cars are here, and the technology behind them continues to improve. Now the city of San Antonio is offering Texas A&M University researchers a big stretch of road to try it out.
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Foster Explains How He Would Take Down A Wolf With His Bare Hands
Arian Foster retired in October, at 30, and now for the former NFL running back is looking for ways to keep busy with his newfound free time.
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Woman Leads Police On Chase Through Two Counties
A woman wanted on a stalking warrant lead police on a high-speed chase from Willis to the Heights Friday morning.
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Houston ISD Facing $208 Million Budget Shortfall
As HISD begins to prepare a budget for the upcoming 2018-2019 school year, the district is estimating a $208 million shortfall as result of the financial impact of Hurricane Harvey and recapture. HISD has seen a decline in student enrollment and is planning for a further decline for the coming school year, which will mean a decrease in state funding.
