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Former Rep. George Santos sues late night host Jimmy Kimmel for allegedly ‘deceiving’ him into creating Cameo videos
Former Representative George Santos sued late night host Jimmy Kimmel for “deceiving” him into creating Cameo videos and then improperly broadcasting them on his show, according to court documents.
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Empowering Innovation: PVAMU debuts Blackstone LaunchPad to support next generation of entrepreneurs, professionals
On Feb. 12, Prairie View A&M University hosted a groundbreaking event to inaugurate the Blackstone LaunchPad on campus, marking a significant milestone in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship among students and faculty. The event was the culmination of a $10 million commitment across Texas dedicated to entrepreneur success and economic mobility.
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Surveillance method identifies more cases Lyme disease in US
Diseases spread by ticks and other insects are becoming more common in the United States, but a new methodology for tracking Lyme disease may overestimate the significant spike in cases seen in 2022.
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Houston Celebrates Empowerment at AAMA’s Inaugural Galentine’s Day Fundraiser – Te AAMA
The Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans (AAMA) marked a new tradition with its first ‘Te-AAMA’ Galentine’s Day Fundraiser Luncheon. Held at the prestigious Junior League of Houston, the event, which lasted from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., was not just a gathering but a vibrant celebration of empowerment, solidarity, and the community’s unwavering support for AAMA’s vital programs.
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AAMA’s Inaugural Galentine’s Day Fundraiser – Te AAMA
On the bright Monday morning of February 12, 2024, the Association for the Advancement of …
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Hit-and-Run Leaves National Guardsman with Traumatic Brain Injury; Mother Feels Forgotten After a Year
A hit-and-run crash left an army national guardsman fighting for his life. Now, one year later, his mom feels alone in her ongoing battle to care for him. The Nightteam’s Heather Walker has tonight’s 7 Investigates.
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This spectacular viewpoint in the Tuwaiq Mountains is known as the “Edge of the World.” Mandatory Credit: Abbasi/Moment Open/Getty Images
Published on February 14, 2024
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‘Wild, beautiful, untrodden’ - epic hiking trails emerge in Saudi Arabia
Ben Hoffler always sleeps out in the open when he is hiking in the desert and describes it as “one of the great pleasures of being out on the trails, sleeping under the big, starry desert skies with the breeze on your face.”
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Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock: A Historic Appointment as METRO Chair Reflects Houston's Diversity and Drive for Excellence
In a landmark move for diversity and expertise in public service, Mayor John Whitmire has nominated Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock to head the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, known as Houston METRO. Upon approval, Gonzalez Brock will be celebrated as the first Hispanic woman steering the helm of Texas's most expansive transit authority. With a sweeping service domain of over 1,300 square miles and a robust budget of $1.6 billion, this appointment marks a significant milestone for the city's commitment to inclusive leadership.
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Inflation cooled last month; some price hikes continue to cause pain
Price hikes eased off less than expected in January but still offered a hint of relief for Americans who have suffered through some of the steepest price hikes in four decades.
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‘Talent is global; opportunity is not’: Ghana becomes heart of one of Super Bowl’s biggest commercials - how?
No sooner had Usher delivered the final “Yeah!” of his Super Bowl LVIII half-time show, when the millions watching worldwide were transported from the cacophony of Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium to the quiet of a child’s bedroom in Ghana’s capital Accra.
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The "Worker Shortage" Myth Depresses Black Wealth
America's business elites have used immigration as a tool to avoid hiring Black Americans for the past two centuries. This pattern of discrimination has depressed African Americans' employment and wages -- and is a significant cause of persistent racial wealth gaps.
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‘Tracker’ uses throwback feel (and Justin Hartley) to cash in on its Super showcase
CBS introduced its version of “The Equalizer” after the Super Bowl the last time the network aired the big game, and programmers liked what they saw. So they’re capitalizing on that massive platform again to help launch a very similar series, “Tracker,” built around the likability of “This is Us” star Justin Hartley, who also helps desperate people – just with a mercenary twist.
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Farmers’ protests erupt across Europe - why?
Farmers are holding protests across Europe, clogging the streets with their tractors, blocking ports and pelting the European Parliament with eggs over a long list of complaints from environmental regulation to excessive red tape.
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District Attorney Ogg to Announce Progress in Homicide Convictions
Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg, accompanied by Leticia Ybarra, the mother of murder victim Jessica Perez, and members of the Harris County District Attorney's Office Homicide Division, is set to host a news conference providing a comprehensive update on murder and capital murder convictions.
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Introducing IONNA: Revolutionizing EV Charging in North America
Get ready for a monumental shift in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure as IONNA, the high-powered EV charging network, officially begins operations in North America. This groundbreaking initiative, spearheaded by seven major automakers including BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis, has received regulatory approval and is set to redefine the EV charging landscape across the continent.
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Southern California: 5 Marines confirmed dead; helicopter crashes
Five US Marines have been confirmed dead after their helicopter crashed in a remote area of Southern California during a training flight Tuesday night, according to a news release from their Marine Corps unit.
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Guinness World Records Honors African American Civil War Memorial on February 1, the First Day of Black History Month 2024
The African American Civil War Memorial Freedom Foundation proudly announces a historic achievement: the African American Civil War Memorial Wall of Honor has been officially recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the "Most Names on a War Memorial." This esteemed recognition, bestowed on February 1, coinciding with the commencement of Black History Month, commemorates the extraordinary contributions of 209,145 Black soldiers and their white officers.
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Houston Museum of African American Culture Reveals Guest Jurors for the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is thrilled to introduce the esteemed guest jurors for the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize: Daisha Board and Phillip A. Townsend. Together with Christopher Blay, Chief Curator at HMAAC, Board and Townsend will have the honor of selecting the recipient of the 2024 Bert Long, Jr. Prize. This prestigious award, established in memory of the late Bert Long Jr., celebrates his enduring artistic legacy and contributions to the Houston art scene. The winner of the prize will receive a $3,000 cash award and a solo exhibition in the Bert Long Jr. Gallery at HMAAC, with the grand announcement scheduled for April 12, 2024, at HMAAC.
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She arranged date with guy met on plane; he didn’t show - she unexpectedly met future husband
When the guy she’d met on the plane asked her out, Cristina Farina said yes without hesitation.
