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Family Of Inmate Who Died In Jail Doesn't Believe He Killed Himself
Investigators say 32-year-old Vincent Young, who was being held on felon in possession of a weapon charge, was found hanging by a bed sheet in the infirmary cell that he was in alone.
U.S. News changes its college rankings to emphasize diversity and remove alumni giving
U.S. News & World Report announced changes to the methodology of its controversial Best Colleges rankings to emphasize the success of diverse students and to remove the influence of alumni giving and class size, the media company said in a statement.
Houston Furniture Bank awarded $1.5 million Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund grant to aid Hurricane Harvey families
Houston Furniture Bank has been awarded a $1.5 million grant from the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund administered by the Greater Houston Community Foundation to provide essential furniture to families affected by the storm. The grant will make it possible for Houston Furniture Bank to provide furniture to 2,000 families to help them recover, expanding the nonprofit’s ongoing efforts to ensure that no child has to eat or sleep on the floor.
H-E-B's Food Bank Assistance Program to Donate More Than 1.5 Million Apples to Texans This Summer
By the Truckload, H-E-B will Deliver the Nutritional Snack to 16 Food Banks across Texas
Summer break signals the end of the school year, which means even more children and families across the state will struggle with the threat of hunger. To combat the problem, H-E-B through its Food Bank Assistance Program will donate 1.5 million apples to 16 Texas food banks this week.
Jurassic Park 2 Cast: Who's Signed On And Who's Coming Back
While the total cast list is fairly small at this point, every name on it is a significant one. We're excited to see where it goes. J.A. Bayona, who is taking over directing duties from Colin Trevorrow, has assembled a great set of actors, check out the full list of known performers below.
Harden Has 40 In Triple-Double, Rockets Top Nuggets 109-105
James Harden scored 40 points and finished with a triple-double as the Houston Rockets snapped the Denver Nuggets' four-game winning streak with a 109-105 victory Saturday night.
When It Rains, It Pours
Texans lose 34-0 to the Cowboys
There is an old saying that I heard growing up that is drenched (no pun intended) in negativity that states, “When it rains it pours.” The original phrase is an old English proverb, “It never rains but it pours,” suggested that when troubles come, they come one after the other.
HMAAC Opens Close to Home: Latinx Art and Identity 2.0
May 11, 2019-August 3, 2019
The Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC) is delighted to present Close to Home: Latinx Art and Identity 2.0, an exhibit of work that originated from the Collection of Drs. Harriett and Ricardo Romo of San Antonio.
Miller Outdoor Theatre opened May 12, 1923. Celebrate with Houston Ballet May 12, 2023
Miller Outdoor Theatre celebrates its official 100th Anniversary Birthday on Friday, May 12, 2023, at 7 p.m. with a colossal birthday cake! Indulge in luscious slices of delicious cake by El Bolillo Bakery served during intermission at the concession stand and of course, snap a photo of yourself, family, and friends “popping” out of the larger-than -life 7-foot “art” cake nestled in the greenery of the Miller Plaza. Plus enjoy “Life is a Dance,” a mural created by artist Mark DeLeon as part of the season-long celebration which will be on display at Miller that evening.
Houston native serves with U.S. Navy
Capt. Patrick Pemberton, a native of Houston, Texas, serves U.S. Navy Program Executive Office, Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (PEO C4I).
Theater District Houston Hosts Hurricane Harvey Benefit On Sept. 27
Free event at Miller Outdoor Theatre includes performances by the Theater District’s resident companiesOUSTON, TX — Theater District Houston presents Houston Strong: A Theater District Benefit Honorin
Theater District Houston presents Houston Strong: A Theater District Benefit Honoring Local Heroes on Wednesday, September 27, 2017, beginning at 8 p.m. at Miller Outdoor Theatre. The evening will include free performances by seven of the Theater District’s resident companies: Alley Theatre, Da Camera of Houston, Houston Ballet, Houston Grand Opera, Houston Symphony, Society for the Performing Arts and Theatre Under The Stars. The benefit will be emceed by Emmy Award-winning television personalities Deborah Duncan, host of KHOU 11’s “Great Day Houston,” and Khambrel Marshall, KPRC Local 2 meteorologist and host of “Houston Newsmakers.”
Celebrating its 35th Anniversary, Steven Spielberg’s The Color Purple, Which Introduced Moviegoers to Whoopi Goldberg and Oprah Winfrey, Returns to Cinemas for One Day Only This February
In honor of the film’s 35th anniversary, The Color Purple returns to movie theaters nationwide during Black History Month, its first nationwide release in more than three decades. Prior to and after the film, TCM Primetime host Ben Mankiewicz will provide new commentary and insight into the making and legacy of this unforgettable movie.
Buick Enclave: Premium for a Reason
Every time I have to go somewhere that calls for the need for me to get fancy I go into a panic thinking that I have nothing to wear because I know I won’t have time to shop for something beforehand. Low and behold every time there is a stunner in my closet like a beautiful surprise that I had totally forgotten I had that is just perfect. The Buick Enclave is like that; an enthralling eye-opener on the road capturing driver’s attention making them wonder why they hadn’t taken a closer look before.
Journalists Call Out White House Claims On Terror Reporting
Journalists called out a White House claim that news outlets are failing to adequately report terror attacks.
Women's Month Highlight: McDonald's To Millions, Mya Smith-Edmonds
Get to know Houston's very own, Mya Smith-Edmonds, first-female African American Next Generation McDonald's Owner/Operator.
Noose Found at Michigan School Playground
Authorities are investigating after a noose was found hanging at a Michigan school playground.
New Adult Education Learning Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Harris County Department of Education will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony this Wednesday to celebrate the opening of its new Adult Education Learning Center across the street from its main administrative headquarters on Irvington Boulevard.
First Affordable Housing Community to Break Ground Since COVID-19
New Hope Housing Building Community for Working Poor Families
Jason lost his job during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the country began to shut down to curb the spread of the virus, businesses closed, some permanently. Many people lost their jobs. They then lost their ability to afford their rent, among other basic essentials. Jason – like many others – now faces eviction and the possibility of becoming homeless. He does not know where to turn for help.
Fifth grader wins Houston ISD’s 2023 MLK Oratory Speech Competition
Houston ISD is getting an early start to the MLK holiday. The district held its 27th annual MLK Oratory Speech Competition on Friday. Twelve fourth and fifth grade students from different elementary schools across the district presented three-to-five minute speeches. This year’s theme was “What would Dr. King say to us today about hope for tomorrow.”
The Iman Project & The Plant Project Launch New Hands-On Summer Workshop Series for Kids
The Iman Project and the Plant Project plant shop in Houston are offering a fun, new “Plant Tiny Seeds” hands-on summer series just for kids on select Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, June through August!
