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House Republicans race toward debt ceiling vote after 11th-hour rewrite
House Republicans are rallying around their proposal to raise the nation's borrowing limit and slash federal spending after leadership made a flurry of last-minute changes designed to win over key GOP holdouts -- a major reversal after leadership insisted they would not alter the bill text.
Disney sues DeSantis and oversight board after vote to nullify agreement with special taxing district
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts on Wednesday sued Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his hand-picked oversight board, accusing the Republican 2024 presidential prospect of weaponizing his political power to punish the company for exercising its free speech rights.
Diana Ramirez Named Interim Harris County Administrator
Ramirez becomes the first woman and first Latina county administrator of the third-largest county in U.S.
In a 4-1 vote, Harris County Commissioners approved a motion by Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones to nominate Diana Ramirez as interim Harris County Administrator. Ramirez will be the first woman and first Latina to hold the position, which is responsible for implementing the Commissioners Court’s policies and goals. Ramirez currently serves as the executive director of the Harris County Department of Economic Equity and Opportunity. She joined Harris County in August 2021 after 30 years of public service, including executive experience as the Assistant Budget Director of Travis County and working for the Texas General Land Office and Texas Health & Human Services.
Walmart Health Nearly Doubles in Size With Launch Into Two New States in 2024
Since we opened our first Walmart Health center in 2019, our goal has been simple: serve our communities by providing accessible, convenient and affordable healthcare. Our healthcare providers don’t just care for patients – they build relationships within their communities.
Today is World Malaria Day - Zero Malaria Starts with Us!
Malaria Infects Approximately 2,000 Americans Each Year
Every year, April 25th marks World Malaria Day – a day to recognize the global efforts to combat one of the world's deadliest diseases. Malaria is a serious disease caused by a parasite that is transmitted to humans through mosquito bites. With temperatures on the rise and with mosquito season upon us, Harris County Public Health (HCPH) wants to encourage residents to take precautions.
Custody Case Over Newborn Shows How Blacks Are Criminalized
A Black Texas couple has been reunited with their newborn daughter after authorities removed the baby and placed her in foster care last month citing a doctor's concerns about how they were treating a jaundice diagnosis.
Changes are coming to AP African American Studies course that's faced criticism from Florida governor
The College Board is making changes to the framework of its Advanced Placement African American Studies course for high school students amid criticism from Florida's influential Republican governor and others who have accused the program of imposing a "political agenda."
Taylor Swift explains her hand injury
Insert either a "Shake It Off" or "Bad Blood" play on words for this this story. While performing during the recent Houston stop for her "Eras Tour," Taylor Swift cut her hand and bled.
Mattel introduces first Barbie doll representing a person with Down syndrome
Mattel on Tuesday introduced its first-ever version of the Barbie doll representing a person with Down syndrome.
Florida surgeon general altered Covid-19 vaccine analysis to suggest higher risk for younger men, Politico reports
Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo altered an analysis released by the Florida Department of Health last year to suggest mRNA Covid-19 vaccines pose a significant health risk to men ages 18 to 39, Politico reported Monday.
Avery R. Young named Chicago's first Poet Laureate
An award-winning local poet has an impressive new title from the city.
Barrier-Breaking Activist and Entertainer Harry Belafonte Dies at 96
Harry Belafonte, the dashing singer, actor and activist who became an indispensable supporter of the civil rights movement, has died, his publicist Ken Sunshine told CNN.
Biden announces reelection bid, saying battle for nation's soul isn't complete
President Joe Biden formally announced his bid for reelection Tuesday, setting off a battle to convince the country his record merits another four years in the White House and his age won't impede his ability to govern.
Gymnastics star Simone Biles and NFL player Jonathan Owens are married
USA Gymnastics star and world champion Simone Biles and NFL player Jonathan Owens are married. Both shared images on social media Saturday announcing their marriage, and Biles now includes "Owens" in her full name on Instagram and Twitter.
Free Jazz Performances to Celebrate the Birthday and Sacred Concert of Duke Ellington
Free jazz performances celebrating the birthday and sacred concert of Duke Ellington performed by Jazz Houston Youth Orchestra at St. Marks Episcopal Church - 3816 Bellaire (77025); Saturday, April 29, 2023, at 5:00 P.M. and Fallbrook Church - 12512 Walters Road (77014) Sunday, April 30, 2023, at 5:00 P.M.
Top Chefs and Mixologists Unite to End Child Hunger in Texas at Taste of the Nation
Taste of the Nation for No Kid Hungry returned to Houston for an afternoon of delicious taste sips and fun at The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park with some of Houston's top chefs and mixologists to bring awareness and raise funds to end childhood hunger in Texas and across the nation.
Eric Braeden, Victor Newman on 'Young and the Restless,' reveals cancer diagnosis
Eric Braeden, one of the most famous actors in daytime television, is sharing about his cancer diagnosis. The 82-year-old actor, who for decades has portrayed mogul Victor Newman on "The Young and the Restless," recently opened up about his health in a video on social media.
Meghan Trainor says she's 'so sorry' for her remarks about teachers
Meghan Trainor has apologized for her "careless" remarks about teachers, saying she was "fired up" over the recent school shootings in the United States.
College in Oklahoma says suspect in custody after reports of active shooter on campus
A community college in Midwest City, Oklahoma, says a suspected shooter is in custody after it locked down its campus amid reports of an active shooter.
Hunter Biden's lawyer seeks Treasury inspector general, congressional ethics inquiries as part of strategy to strike back at detractors
Hunter Biden's lawyer is asking for the Treasury Department's inspector general and the Office of Congressional Ethics to launch inquiries as part of a broader aggressive strategy to strike back at detractors of President Joe Biden's son.
