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Houston’s Role In U.S. Mexico Relations
Proposed changes to NAFTA have many Texans thinking about their southern border. Professor Alfonso Lopez de la Osa Escribano, who is Director of the Center for U.S. and Mexican Law at The University of Houston Law Center, explained to Houston Public Media how Houston fits into U.S. Mexico relations.
Houston Pastor Makes History As the First Female Black Pastor of a Megachurch
Dr. Irishea Hilliard was destined to make history. Being the daughter of a preacher, Hilliard has grown up in the church.
Remembering Legendary Jazz Trumpeter, Burgess Gardner
Legendary Trumpet Virtuoso Burgess Gardner, a composer and former educator, passed away peacefully on Saturday November 20, 2021 at the age of 85. Burgess was a longtime Chicagoan and retired principal in the Chicago Public school system.
Virtual Student Leadership Program accepting applications from HISD high school students, alumni
The Houston Independent School District will employ 100 interns who are alumni or currently enrolled to remotely tutor students in need through the district’s new Virtual Student Leadership Program.
Good Samaritan Foundation Hosts 30th Annual Pearl Ball “Jabulani” Gala Raises Funds for Texas Nurses and Nursing Students
Good Samaritan Foundation, with event chairs Allison and Geoff Leach, hosts the 30th annual Pearl Ball on Friday, Feb. 9, 2018, at 7 p.m. at the River Oaks Country Club. Themed “Jabulani,” meaning “rejoice” in Zulu, this year’s African safari-themed event features live music by Empire 6.
Police Searching for Convicted Pimp Who Jumped Bail and Was Sentenced to 75 years
Authorities are searching for a convicted pimp who stopped coming to court during his trial this week and was sentenced to 75 years in prison for human trafficking, District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
Fort Bend County Honors COVID-19 Frontline Workers and Pandemic Partners as Global Health Emergency Ends
Fort Bend County Judge KP George and the Fort Bend County Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) held a ceremony at the Historic Fort Bend County Courthouse to recognize nearly 50 individuals, institutions of learning, organizations, county departments, schools, businesses, nonprofits, and medical facilities for their outstanding contributions to the fight against COVID-19.
Humble Man Sentenced to Life In Prison for Shooting in northeast Harris County
An Humble man was sentenced to life in prison for shooting another man in northeast Houston in 2019, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg announced.
Houston Immigrant Youth Help DACA Beneficiaries Renew Their Protection From Deportation
United We Dream Scholarships Available for 100-150 Youth to Cover $495 DACA Renewal Fees at Free Events Scheduled for today through Sept. 30.
From today until Sept 30, immigrant youth, advocates, and community volunteers will host FREE events to help immigrant youth and families renew the protection from deportation and work permits made available by the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program (DACA), which Trump ruthlessly killed just weeks ago
Houston native Jenn Rossi makes a go of it selling Texas wines through The Cause Urban Winery, winning awards along the way
Proceeds from sales of the four wines go to four Houston charities
A passion for wine and winemaking, an entrepreneurial spirit and a heart for charity motivated Houston native Jennifer (Jenn) Rossi to start The Cause Urban Winery (The Cause) in 2019, which is now offering four Texas wines and winning major awards. Rossi’s hard work and dedication have paid off, with 2023 proving to be an award-winning year, notching silver and bronze medals in prestigious competitions. The impressive awards list includes:
MD Anderson and Siemens Healthineers collaborating to enable consistent clinical implementation of quantitative MRI
Strategic alliance initially focused on knowledge dissemination, protocol standardization and remote monitoring approaches to enable personalized medicine for patients
Randall’s Expected to Lay Off 310 People Across Houston Area
Randall’s Co. is expected to lay off about 310 people across the Houston area, the Texas Workforce Commission confirmed. Randall’s Houston Distribution Center will lay off 199 people and Randall’s Houston Division will layoff 134 people, according to the Texas Workforce Commission Warn Act.
Houston Mayoral Candidate Derrick Broze Releases Spanish Ad
Houston Mayoral Candidate Derrick Broze has released a new ad outlining his vision for the City of Houston. Derrick Broze released a new video titled "Imagine a New Houston" which briefly explains his 9 focal points for his Mayoral campaign.
Missing Girl Found Safe After Search At Hempstead Park
The little girl at the center of an overnight search at a Hempstead park has been found safe, the Waller County Sheriff's Office confirms.
Astros Prepare to Orange Out Houston for Postseason Play
Houston businesses, schools, community leaders and Astros fans encouraged to show their Astros pride on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 5-6
As the Astros prepare for Games 1 and 2 of the American League Division Series, played here at Minute Maid Park, Astros fans all over the city are encouraged to Orange Out Houston and show their Astros pride this Thursday and Friday, Oct. 5-6.
Tilman J. Fertitta New Owner of the Houston Rockets
The NBA Board of Governors unanimously approved Fertitta
The Houston Rockets announced today that Tilman J. Fertitta has officially closed on his purchase of the NBA Houston Rockets and Clutch City Sports and Entertainment. The NBA Board of Governors unanimously approved Fertitta to join the ranks of an NBA owner yesterday, setting the stage for the commencement of the Fertitta era.
Amanda Edwards Empowers Youth Through the Possibili"Tea" Event
Houston Mayoral Candidate Amanda Edwards empowers the next generation of Houston leaders to create change through her upcoming event, The PossibiliTEA: Empowering The Next Generation, this Saturday, December 10 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Tea with Judge V, 2615 Riverside Dr., Houston, TX (located inside The King David Hotel).
Whitney Mercilus reaches new deal with the Houston Texans
Statement from Whitney Mercilus on signing a new agreement with the Houston Texans
Houston native serves aboard U.S. Navy warship in Mayport
Petty Officer 3rd Class Blake Thompson, a native of Houston, Texas, is serving aboard USS Winston S. Churchill, a U.S. Navy warship, operating out of Mayport, Florida.
NALEO Educational Fund Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Decision on DACA Program
Amid decision, Congress must still act on providing permanent pathway to citizenship for Dreamers and other immigrants
The National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund released a statement from CEO Arturo Vargas on the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to prevent the Trump Administration from ending the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program before following adequate administrative procedures:
