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Patti LaBelle powered through her Tina Turner tribute

Patti LaBelle had to overcome a bit of a snafu during her tribute performance to the late Tina Turner at Sunday’s BET Awards.

Kamala Harris found her voice on abortion rights in the year after Dobbs. Now she’s making it central to her 2024 message

Vice President Kamala Harris was fed up. At a March event in Des Moines, Iowa, Harris listened to a shy nursing student recount the harrowing story of a pregnant patient seeking an abortion. The patient’s sudden health complications required the early end of their pregnancy in a state where Republican legislators once tried to prevent doctors from performing an abortion if a fetal heartbeat is detected.

North Dakota governor defends crowded GOP primary field: ‘Competition is great for America’

Republican presidential candidate Doug Burgum on Sunday sought to assuage concerns of an overcrowded 2024 primary field, which now boasts 12 high-profile GOP contenders.

Here’s what’s left for the Supreme Court’s final week of the term

All eyes are on the Supreme Court for its final week, as the justices will release cases on issues such as affirmative action, student loan payments, election law and LGBTQ rights.

Supreme Court allows for Louisiana congressional map to be redrawn to add another majority-Black district

The Supreme Court on Monday allowed the Louisiana congressional map to be redrawn to add another majority-Black district.

Sarah McBride announces bid to become first transgender member of Congress

State Sen. Sarah McBride announced on Monday her bid for Delaware’s at-large seat, a race that would make her the country’s first out transgender member of Congress, should she win.

German voters elect far-right AfD candidate to lead district for the first time

A candidate from the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party won a local leadership post for the first time on Sunday in a resounding victory for a group whose anti-migrant, Euroskeptic and anti-Muslim agenda is under surveillance by German authorities.

3 found dead at home included couple celebrating golden wedding anniversary, officials in Massachusetts say

Three people were found dead inside a home in Newton, Massachusetts, on Sunday morning, including a couple celebrating their golden wedding anniversary, officials said.

The Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs to Showcase the Works of Queer Latinx Creatives in City Hall

In celebration of Pride month, The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs announces its fourth exhibition in the Expressions! series with “Aquí and Now,” a showcase of queer Latinx voices from across Texas.

Tragic Implosion Claims Lives of All Aboard Titanic-Bound Submersible, US Coast Guard Reports

The submersible en route to the Titanic, which went missing on Sunday with five individuals on board, experienced a devastating implosion, resulting in the loss of all lives, according to US Coast Guard Rear Adm. John Mauger on Thursday.

Amanda Edwards for Congress Announces Over $200,000 Raised 3 Days After Launch

Amanda Edwards for Congress announced today that by Wednesday of this week it had raised over $200,000 after officially launching her bid for Congress 3 days prior.

Meet Houston Mayoral Candidate Gilbert Garcia

Houston residents are eagerly anticipating the upcoming mayoral election, where they will have the chance to choose a new leader for their city. With a diverse pool of candidates, ranging from seasoned politicians to fresh faces in the political arena, one individual has emerged as a standout contender: Gilbert Garcia. Although relatively new to politics, Garcia has made a significant impact on the Houston community and garnered attention for his vision and passion.

Amanda Edwards Unleashes Her Power Move: Bidding for Houston's 18th Congressional Seat!

In an awe-inspiring announcement that has captured the attention of Houstonians, the remarkable Amanda Edwards, a leading contender in the Houston mayoral race, has revealed her ambitious bid for the esteemed 18th Congressional Seat. With unwavering determination, Edwards declared her intent to represent Houston, Texas, in the U.S. Congress, igniting a wave of excitement and enthusiasm among her supporters.

Independence Day Fireworks Spectacular at CityCentre

Families invited to celebrate Fourth of July with an evening of festivities at the premier dinning, shopping and entertainment destination

CITYCENTRE, Houston's premier dining, shopping, and entertainment destination, is inviting families to join in the Fourth of July festivities at their highly anticipated In- dependence Day Fireworks Spectacular. On Tuesday, July 4, from 7 to 10 p.m., a fun-filled evening of food, fireworks, and freedom awaits all attendees.

City of Houston Activates Heat Emergency Plan

Libraries, community centers, multi-service centers available as cooling centers for people to take refuge from the heat

The City of Houston is activating its Public Health Heat Emergency Plan, providing resources for people to take refuge from extreme heat.

Houston City Candidates Continue to Play Musical Chairs

With two months to go until the Monday, August 21 filing deadline for Houston Mayor, City Controller, five at large (citywide), and 11 City Council seats, the list of candidates continues to shuffle at the city secretary’s office, where candidates are required to name a campaign treasurer before being permitted to politicize, raise, or spend campaign money.

Houston Legend Big Pokey Passes Away Doing What He Loved

He wavered back and forth before falling backward with the microphone still in his hand. Milton "Big Pokey" Powell passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023, doing what he loved.

Join the Houston Symphony at Miller Outdoor Theatre This Summer

Enjoy music under the stars with this free Houston Symphony performance at Miller Outdoor Theatre

Enjoy music under the stars with this free Houston Symphony performance at Miller Outdoor Theatre.

Jatata Hutton Assumes Role as Principal of Academic and Behavior School West

The Harris County Department of Education has announced the appointment of Jatata Hutton as the new principal of Academic and Behavior School West.

'Have you no sense of decency, sir?'

Texas is suffering from record high temperatures, with heat indexes topping a staggering 120 degrees.

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