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During National Fair Housing Month, Commissioner Ellis announces $15M investment in affordable, safe, healthy housing

At the start of National Fair Housing Month, Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis on Tuesday strongly advocated for Commissioners Court’s approval of a $15 million investment in federal funds for county officials to purchase over 100 single-family homes for affordable housing. Many of these homes will go into the County’s Community Land Trust for long-term affordability.

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TSU Cheer Wins National Championship

The Texas Southern University Cheerleading Team made history as they won a national title at the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) College National Championship on Friday.

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Join the Dance for a Cause: Sipping PositiviTea's Online Fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast cancer affects millions of women every year and has a devastating impact on families and communities. In honor of International Women’s Month & National Hope Month, Sipping PositiviTea is hosting an online fundraiser to provide hope to breast cancer patients and care givers during the month of April. Sipping PositiviTea's 30 Days of Hope Campaign Empowers Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors.

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US Department of Labor Houston Car Wash Chain Denied Overtime Wages

US Department of Labor recovers $114K for 92 workers after investigation finds Houston car wash chain denied overtime wages.

FIFTH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS PUTS AN END TO TEXAS FEDERAL BAIL LITIGATION

Court Makes Clear Controversial Harris County Case Should Never Have Been Brought to Federal Court

U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals handed down an opinion in the high-profile case of Daves v. Dallas County.

FIFTH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS PUTS AN END TO TEXAS FEDERAL BAIL LITIGATION

Court Makes Clear Controversial Harris County Case Should Never Have Been Brought to Federal Court

U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals handed down an opinion in the high-profile case of Daves v. Dallas County.

Congressman Jimmy Gomez Leads 49 Colleagues in Calling for $100 Million to Improve and Expedite Immigration Services

Rep. Gomez remains committed to funding immigrant-serving organizations and advocating for immigrant communities, who improve the civic, economic, and social fabric of our country.

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H-E-B Celebrates Earth Month Across Texas

H-E-B rolls-out new efforts to support year-round commitment to maximize recycling initiatives throughout its business and at homes across Texas.

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Sparkling Ice Launches Nationwide Search For the Most Creative Flavor Combination

One Grand Prize Winner will Receive $100K for Winning Flavor

Houston residents can win 100k! Submit your best flavor combo!

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Houston Resident Launches Fundraising Campaign to Help Domestic Violence Survivors

Support this fundraising campaign to provide resources and safe spaces for survivors of domestic violence.

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Free Jazz Performances to Celebrate the Birthday of Duke Ellington

APRIL IS INTERNATIONAL JAZZ MONTH - FREE JAZZ PERFORMANCES CELEBRATING THE BIRTHDAY & SACRED CONCERT OF DUKE ELLINGTON.

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Houston Mother Sentenced to Life for Killing 4-Month-Old Baby

Harris County DA's Office: Houston mother sentenced to life for killing 4-month-old daughter.

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Casting Call! Lizzo's 'Watch Out for Big Grrrls'

Are you ready to take the stage? Casting call now open for Lizzo's Watch Out for Big Girrrls.

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Astros Slugger Yordan Alvarez Reaches The 100 Home Run Club

“I believe that he set the record so fast,” said Alex Bregman. “In his second at-bat he went oppo (opposite field) homer by the gas pump."

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Calm Down, The Astros Will Be Just Fine

The Houston Astros split their four-game season-opening series with the Chicago White Sox after losing on Sunday 6-3 at Minute Maid Park. Ok, everyone. Calm down; they still have 158 more games to play this season. They will be just fine.

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Houston Astros Begin Defense Of World Series Title On Opening Day At Minute Maid Park

“I am not really concentrating or thinking about last year,” said Astros manager Dusty Baker when asked about the emotions on Opening Day after finishing the season as the champions. “You have to go on from there because you have new heights to climb. This is the start of the “Great Race,” and it is a long race.

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Houston Astros Begin Defense Of World Series Title On Opening Day At Minute Maid Park

“I am not really concentrating or thinking about last year,” said Astros manager Dusty Baker when asked about the emotions on Opening Day after finishing the season as the champions. “You have to go on from there because you have new heights to climb. This is the start of the “Great Race,” and it is a long race.

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JURASSIC WORLD LIVE TOUR ROARS INTO HOUSTON THIS SUMMER

Jurassic World Live Tour tickets on sale now!

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CHILDREN AT RISK releases Growing Up In Houston - most critical issues impacting children - March 28, 10:00a

In 2022, 73.1% of Texas youth with Major Depression remained untreated, up from 65.4% in 2020, with Texas ranking 51st for mental health work force availability. Now is the time for Texans to stand up for our children. This new data point and others are revealed in Growing Up In Houston: Accessing the Quality of Life of our Children. Thanks to the support of United Way of Greater Houston, CHILDREN AT RISK will release the new publication Tuesday, March 28, at 10:00 a.m.

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28-year-old woman kills 3 students and 3 adults at private Christian school in Nashville, police say

A 28-year-old woman fatally shot three students and three adults at a private Christian school in Nashville before she was shot and killed by police, authorities said.