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Four children in Haiti describe harrowing stories of survival

They have the calm of people who have lived through terrible things. But they are just kids.

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'Child care directs everything for us.' Parents meet with state lawmakers to push for more financial aid

In most cases, sending a toddler to daycare is more expensive than sending a teenager to one of our state colleges.

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With the Oscar-nominated ‘Barbie,’ Mattel has arrived in Hollywood. What’s next for the toy company?

Barbie has had quite the year. As she celebrates her 65th birthday this week, the newly minted movie star has inspired a worldwide cultural movement and will make her grand debut at the Academy Awards this upcoming weekend with eight nominations.

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Jimmy Kimmel previews Oscar monologue: Nothing’s ‘off limits,’ but don’t expect Taylor Swift or Aaron Rodgers jokes

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce may have been the buzziest subject of football season, but for award season, Jimmy Kimmel isn’t so sure the celebrity couple will get a mention in his opening monologue at the Oscars on Sunday.

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Uvalde shooting: Victims’ families furious after independent investigator clears officers of blame

An independent investigator tasked with probing the local police response to the May 2022 school massacre in Uvalde, Texas, presented his report at a packed city council meeting Thursday, clearing all local officers of wrongdoing and sparking the fury of many victims’ families who denounced the findings and pleaded for accountability nearly two years after the attack.

House panel unanimously approves bill that could ban TikTok

A powerful House committee advanced a bill on Thursday that could lead to a nationwide ban against TikTok on all electronic devices, renewing lawmakers’ challenge to one of the world’s most popular social media apps and highlighting unresolved fears that TikTok may pose a Chinese government spying risk.

Takeaways from Joe Biden’s State of the Union address

President Joe Biden delivered a raucous third State of the Union address, one that could be among the most important speeches he gives during his presidency as he turns toward reelection.

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Russia’s presidential election nearing - we know who winner will be

Russia is nearing a presidential election that is all but certain to extend Vladimir Putin’s rule throughout this decade and into the 2030s.

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Alabama Sen. Katie Britt says ‘the American dream has turned into a nightmare’ in GOP rebuttal to Biden’s State of the Union

Alabama Sen. Katie Britt, the youngest Republican woman elected to the US Senate, criticized President Joe Biden and his administration over the border, the state of the US economy and crime and safety issues as she delivered the GOP’s rebuttal to Biden’s State of the Union address.

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Arrest made 4 months after dog found shot in head in Cowlitz County

A woman has been arrested in connection with an animal cruelty case that happened in Nov. 2023.

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At least 5 killed after airdropped aid falls on them in Gaza

At least five people were killed and 10 others injured when airdropped aid packages fell on them in the Al Shati camp west of Gaza City, according to a journalist on the scene.

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Another brother of UGA murder suspect detained at ICE facility in south Georgia

Another brother of the man accused of killing a 22-year-old nursing student on the University of Georgia (UGA) campus is in custody at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in south Georgia.

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Sheriff reiterates importance of Narcan after 4 overdose in Flint

Michigan: Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson is urging people to be vigilant about the dangers of fentanyl after four people overdosed Wednesday at a work site in Genesee County.

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Why ultra-Orthodox conscription could threaten Israel’s coalition

Ultra-Orthodox Israelis have long held a privileged position in that society.

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R&B Icon Bobby Brown And His Wife Receives An Honorary Doctorate Degree From Powerhouse Houston-Based Institution

Iconic R&B Crooner Bobby Brown and his wife receives an honorary doctorate in humanity from Leaders Esteem Christian Bible University on March 4, 2024, at Bobbi Kristina Serenity House 4th Annual Gala.

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Celebrating Women's History Month: Houston's Trailblazing Female Artists Shine Bright

BANF Highlights the Visionary Contributions of Stacey Allen, Dr. Lavanya Rajagopalan, and Dr. Gabriela Baeza Ventura in Houston's Arts Scene

As Women's History Month unfolds, the BIPOC Arts Network and Fund (BANF) proudly directs the spotlight toward three remarkable women who have left an indelible mark on Houston's artistic landscape. Stacey Allen, Dr. Lavanya Rajagopalan, and Dr. Gabriela Baeza Ventura stand as luminaries, pushing boundaries, igniting creativity, and fostering innovation within their respective spheres. Recognizing their extraordinary achievements, BANF celebrates their unwavering dedication to amplifying diverse voices and shaping the cultural narrative of Houston.

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Mortgage rates drop after climbing for four weeks

Mortgage rates ticked down slightly this week, a tiny boon to buyers eager to make a move with newly listed homes coming to market.

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Israel: Gazans condemed to starvation; newborns die of hunger; mothers struggle to feed their children

Anwar Abdul Nabi perches on the edge of a bed at the Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza. Her eyes are sunken with grief.

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Jon Rahm takes swing at world ranking rules after LIV Golf abandons ‘fight’ for points

After joining LIV Golf in December – he was then world No. 3 – the 29-year-old is currently the highest-placed of four players from the tour inside the top-50; Tyrell Hatton (17), Brooks Koepka (30) and Cameron Smith (50).

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Prosecutor: Hollywood Casino armed robbery suspect held multiple employees at gunpoint

A man has been formally charged with armed robbery, kidnapping and multiple other charges after an attempted armed robbery caused chaos at the Hollywood Casino in Lawrenceburg over the weekend.