Story
HISD launches mentorship initiative to empower female students
The Houston Independent School District will announce its newest student mentorship program, Resilient Outstanding Sisters Exemplifying Success (ROSES), at a kick-off event with elected officials, community partners, and educators on Thursday.
Story
Native Texan Launches RancH2O Canned Cocktails
Born and raised in Midland, Texas, Amelia Lettieri grew up with a no-nonsense approach to enjoying a refreshing “no frill” adult beverage. After graduating from college, she worked with several leading beverage companies and with 7-Eleven Inc. She was pivotal in the acquisition and integration of over 700 convenience stores.
Story
Fewer than expected migrants arrived at the border after Title 42 expired, but officials remain on high alert
Despite warnings about a potential surge in migrants that sent thousands of federal personnel to the southern US border, officials said the days after the expiration of a Covid-related border restriction policy known as Title 42 saw fewer migrants arriving at the border than initially expected.
Story
Jill Biden to travel to Paris to commemorate US rejoining UNESCO after Trump exit
First lady Dr. Jill Biden will travel to Paris next week to celebrate the US rejoining UNESCO, according to senior administration officials, in a visit that will highlight the national security imperative of American involvement in such coalitions and emphasize the role of US leadership in the world.
Story
Paxlovid is widely available, but details on who's getting it are sparse
Paxlovid, an antiviral treatment for Covid-19, was hailed as a game-changer in the pandemic thanks to its strong performance in lowering the risk of severe disease. Early supply challenges have been overcome in the United States, and the drug is perhaps more important than ever as case counts rise and more contagious variants spread amid stalled vaccination rates.
Story
TUTS Launches New Facebook Live Series and Podcast
For the past two years, Theatre Under The Stars has hosted its popular Spotlight Series at the Rotunda Theatre in St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. The free program allows audiences to meet cast and creative team members for upcoming productions, and it features in-depth interviews about the process of creating musicals for TUTS. Guests are also treated to sneak-peek live performances of songs from the shows.
Story
NABJ Launches Black Male Media Project to #InspireBlackMen
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is launching a new program to help change the lives and images of black men in the news and in society. The NABJ Black Male Media Project is a nationwide effort to open doors and change the narrative of black men.
Story
4 ways the Trump administration wants to change Medicare
After unsuccessfully trying to overhaul Obamacare and Medicaid, the Trump administration is now trying to put its stamp on Medicare.
Story
Miami University begins awarding prizes to students vaccinated against COVID-19
Miami University in Oxford announced Tuesday that six students won book store gift cards valued at nearly $2,000. They're the first winners in the school's COVID-19 vaccine lottery prize program.
Story
ELOQUII Challenges Unconscious Bias Towards Women Size 14+ with Debut of #MODELTHAT Campaign
State Legislator, An Emmy Award Winning TV Producer, Ultra-Marathon Runner and Army Vet, Among Others, Front the Brand’s First-Ever Advertising Campaign
Story
Match launches new dating app for single parents
Match on Monday rolled out a new service called Stir that aims to remove some of the barriers around dating as a single parent.
Story
New Immersive Venue the Museum of Illusions Readies An Extensive Array of Mind-Bending Interactive Thrills and Captivating Illusions for a Late Summer Launch in the Bayou City
Immersive venue company Beyond Entertainment today announced that it is bringing its wildly-popular entertainment concept The Museum of Illusions to Houston later this summer. Set to open at 5060 West Alabama St. within the Galleria, this opening marks Museum of Illusion’s third Texas location, following successful launches in Austin and Dallas. In total, the concept – which originated in Zagreb, Croatia– has captivated guests on a global scale across 40 locations in 25 countries with its reality-defying illusory components that are indicative of the things are not always as they appear motif.
Story
Texas Southern University Places Third at Moguls in the Making Entrepreneurial Pitch Competition
TSU team earned $5,000 scholarships for third place finish
Story
Budgeting Tips for a Healthier Lifestyle
From the cost of gym memberships to prepping healthier meals, living well can be expensive. Before you abandon your goals for a healthier lifestyle, consider these tips that show you don't have to overspend to live a better life.
Story
Federal Criminal Probe Being Opened Into WikiLeaks' Publication of CIA Documents
A federal criminal investigation is being opened into WikiLeaks' publication of documents detailing alleged CIA hacking operations, several US officials told CNN Wednesday.
Story
H-E-B To Hire Nearly 1,000 People Across Greater Houston - Just in Time for the Holidays
Hiring continues at one of Texas’ best places to work
In anticipation of the holidays, H-E-B, one of the nation’s leading independent food retailers and the largest private employer in Texas, is hiring nearly 1,000 people for in-store positions across the greater Houston area. The openings range from hourly to full-time management positions. Eligible employees receive benefits, employee discounts, paid time off, 401K and Partner Stock Plans, scholarship opportunities and more.
Story
Planning Grants Offered by New Tech Network Pave Way for Education Innovation In Texas Schools
Education Nonprofit Provides Resources for School Design with Second Round Application Window Open Now Through February 7th
New Tech Network (NTN), a leading design partner for comprehensive K – 12 school change, has officially opened the application for a second round of competitive Planning Grants offered to up to ten Texas schools or districts interested in implementing NTN’s innovative school model.
Story
Juul to pay $462 million to six states in its largest settlement ever
Juul Labs, the e-cigarette maker, is paying $462 million to six US states and DC in the largest multi-state settlement yet for the troubled company that has been accused of contributing to the rise of vaping among youth.
Story
Dow jumps more than 600 points after four-day losing streak
-Stocks surged Wednesday morning as investors celebrated a drop in crude oil prices.
Story
French Bloom’s favorite non-alcoholic cocktail recipes
Launched in Fall 2022 in the US by Maggie Frerejean-Taittinger and Constance Jablonski, French Bloom has quickly managed to create a new category and position itself as market leader of the super premium 0.0% alcohol sparkling wine category.
