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Trump defense strategy in January 6 case may go beyond trying to delay trial, court filings reveal
Much of Donald Trump’s legal strategy in his federal 2020 election interference case has, so far, centered around trying to delay the start of his March trial until after the November presidential election.
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Late Summer and Early Fall Fun Continues at the Lone Star Flight Museum.
Special events, holiday fun, visiting aircraft, and inspiring programs and events fill the days of late Summer and early Fall at the Lone Star Flight Museum.
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Feed the Soul Foundation Hosts First-Ever Global Culinary Conference on Business Development
Renowned Chefs & Culinary Experts Host Sessions during Two-Day 'Boost Camp' Platform to Educate Culinary Entrepreneurs on Successful Business Operations & Strategies
According to James Beard Foundation's 2023 Industry Report, 53% of culinary business owners experienced lowered profits this year and challenges around rising food and labor costs have severely impacted profit margins, menu and content pricing since 2022. In its third year of service, Feed the Soul Foundation, a national nonprofit that continues to provide financial relief and business development solutions for culinary businesses, will host its first-ever Global Culinary Conference.
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Celebrating Houston's Generosity: Yellowstone Schools' Annual Gala in McGovern Centennial Gardens
Under the embrace of perfect Spring weather, Houstonians flocked to the picturesque McGovern Centennial Gardens on Thursday, April 4th, for a cause close to their hearts – the sixth annual Party in the Park fundraiser for Yellowstone Schools. This enchanting evening saw laughter, music, and camaraderie fill the air, as attendees came together to show their support. The event proved not only a social highlight but also a substantial success, with over $778,000 raised, a feat made even more remarkable by a generous matching donation from On Track Ministries.
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How MLK Can Get You Out of Your 'Trump Slump'
re you experiencing the following symptoms? Insomnia: No sleep because you dread what happens over the next four years. Hallucinations: You keep thinking that what you saw on TV last November must be a bad dream.
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The inside story of how John Roberts failed to save abortion rights
Chief Justice John Roberts privately lobbied fellow conservatives to save the constitutional right to abortion down to the bitter end, but May's unprecedented leak of a draft opinion reversing Roe v. Wade made the effort all but impossible, multiple sources familiar with negotiations told CNN.
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Trump Inauguration: Key Moments
President Donald Trump promised a new era guided by one principle -- "only America first" -- moments after being sworn in as the nation's 45th commander-in-chief.
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No Supreme Court nominee yet, but McConnell already on the cusp of having the votes
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has been steadfast that the US Senate will vote on President Donald Trump's nomination to the Supreme Court this year. In less than three days -- and before a nominee has even been selected -- it appears McConnell is already on track to have the votes.
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14 Issues Trump Is Sidelining to Focus On the NFL
President Donald Trump devoted much of the online portion of his weekend to attacking NFL player-protesters and boosting calls for a boycott of the league.
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Obama Endorses Biden for President in Video Message
Former President Barack Obama offered his formal endorsement ofJoe Biden on Tuesday, injecting himself squarely in the presidential race for the first time by urging Democrats across the party's ideological spectrum to rally behind Biden and form a unified front to defeat President Donald Trump and win back the White House.
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Comey's warning to Trump
He may be an imperfect messenger, but James Comey's warning is still chilling.
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Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Awards $35,000 to Digitally Innovative Arts and Cultural Works
The City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) announced it is awarding $35,000 in grants to 14 individuals and nonprofit organizations that have reimagined their work in the digital realm. The work includes streaming services, virtual reality, and digital curation to deliver manifested live concerts, theatre performances, and literary concepts in online-only platforms.
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CDC facing major funding cuts, with direct impact on state and local health departments
Last month, a local health department in Texas received notification that a pregnant woman living in the area had tested positive for syphilis and had fallen behind on her ob/gyn care. It was a troubling situation, one that has become increasingly common as sexually transmitted infection cases surge both locally and nationally.
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KCPD investigates deaths of 3 family members in Northland as double murder-suicide
The Kansas City, Missouri, Police Department is investigating the deaths of three family members who were found Monday in a Northland home as a double murder-suicide.
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Empowering Black Maternal Health: Carol's Daughter's Love Delivered Initiative Enters Year 4 with Renewed Vigor
Carol's Daughter proudly marks the fourth anniversary of its pioneering Black Maternal Health Initiative, Love Delivered. This transformative initiative, aimed at addressing the pressing issues surrounding Black maternal health, continues to make significant strides in empowering, supporting, and equipping Black birthing individuals and communities across the nation through impactful programs and strategic partnerships.
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A virtual running mate search: How a personal connection led Joe Biden to pick Kamala Harris
Joe Biden started with Kamala Harris, and in the end, came back to her.
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Why Jay-Z and These Hip-hop Stars See a Silver Lining to Trump
Jay-Z is the latest hip-hop star to reflect on what he sees as a silver lining to the presidency of Donald Trump -- a theme that surfaced in hip-hop and some progressive circles even before Trump won the 2016 election.
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Dozens of dogs touched down in the Portland area on Wednesday. They made their way from Texas, hoping to start a new life here in the Pacific Northwest with their forever families.
Critical race theory is just that -- a theory -- but the term has been weaponized, with its most extreme critics alleging that merely studying the theory is racist.
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Peter Facinelli Talks The Unbreakable Boy Film, Family, Setting Boundaries
Actor Peter Facinelli is best known for his role as Dr. Carlisle Cullen in the blockbuster Twilight Saga films, and as Dr. Fitch Cooper on the hit Showtime series, Nurse Jackie, which aired from 2009-2015. His latest film, The Unbreakable Boy (out later this year) is one which Facinelli championed in his role as producer. The multi-hyphenate actor-filmmaker also plays a cameo role in the feelgood film as the family’s pastor, Preacher Rick.
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“Valley of the Gods: A Silicon Valley Story” by Alexandra Wolfe
Here. Try this. Take a sip. Give it a whirl. Do a taste-test. A preliminary trial, it won’t take long. Here, see what you think. We’re asked to sample things every day, from products to ideas but, as in the new book, “Valley of the Gods” by Alexandra Wolfe, is everything worth a try?
