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Buick Commits to All-Electric Portfolio by End of Decade

Buick debuts new logo and confirms “Electra” EV coming to North America in 2024

Buick is set to embark on a brand transformation that will fully electrify its lineup in North America, led by a new badge and brand identity.

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METRO Welcomes Returning Board Member Diann Lewter

Business development leader Diann Lewter is the newest member of the METRO Board of Directors. Lewter, who was sworn in at today's Board meeting, will serve a second appointment as a METRO Board Member representing the city of Houston. She previously served from January 2014 to April 2016.

Harris Health System Receives Gage Award, America’s Essential Hospitals’ Highest Honor

Harris Health System has received the 2022 Gage Award for Population Health from America’s Essential Hospitals for its home visit program that helps diabetes patients manage their disease, particularly through the COVID-19 pandemic. It marks Harris Health’s second population health program recognized by the national association in consecutive years.

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David Banner Brings Out Houston All-Stars Lil Flip, Slim Thug, Lil KeKe, Propain, Killa Kyleon, And More At Private Listening Session In Houston!

Rapper and Activist, David Banner, hosted an Invite-Only Exclusive Listening Session Powered By Gas Gods & In The Green Podcast on Tuesday, June 22nd in Houston. Over 75 VIP guests gathered in an exclusive indoor/outdoor members-only venue that overlooked Houston. As guests arrived, they were greeted with gift bags courtesy of Gas Gods and escorted to the rooftop where they enjoyed Gas God's infused chicken sliders, crabcakes, various lite-bites, and beverages.

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Univar Solutions Publishes 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report

Company achieves public sustainability goals launched in 2017

Details progress toward ESG goals to 2025 and beyond, including key emissions targets to drive the Company's journey to a net-zero carbon future

Commissioner Rodney Ellis Calls for Apartment Complex to Immediately Correct Horrible Living Conditions

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis joined the call for Sterlingshire Apartments’ management to correct the deplorable living conditions that include no air conditioning, rodents and nonworking appliances.

Indian Americans commend Rep. Ilhan Omar for introducing House resolution to condemn persecution of Muslims in India

The Indian American Muslim Council (IAMC) today commended Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) for the introducing of House resolution 1196, which condemns India for egregious violations of human rights and religious freedom.inand

LULAC Aims to Sue the City of Houston for 16 Single Member Districts, and Hosts its second Townhall meeting in District “J”

On Wednesday, June 29, 2022, a News Conference will be held at 5:00 PM in front of the Justice of the Peace 5, Position 1 Office located at 6000 Chimney Rock, Houston, Texas 77081, where LULAC will announce its lawsuit against the City of Houston for all single member districts.

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George R. Brown Convention Center Achieves First-Ever LEED Gold Certification!

Houston First Corp. continues to lead the charge in building sustainability as the George R. Brown Convention Center (GRB) recently achieved its first-ever LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.

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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Statement on SCOTUS Overturning Roe

Today, the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.

Houston Plastic Surgeon Dr. Basu Designated 2022 Castle Connolly Top Doctor Status

In a peer-nominated survey, Dr. Bob Basu was ranked in the top 7% of physicians nationwide.

Houston Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Bob Basu has been recognized with Castle Connolly Top Doctor status for the tenth consecutive year. Castle Connolly has spent over 25 years researching, reviewing, and selecting Top Doctor candidates. To be considered, physicians are nominated by their peers; Castle Connolly additionally evaluates the nominees in all aspects of patient care. This process is so rigorous that the Journal of Medical Research found Castle Connolly's directory to be more trustworthy than other resources when searching for a quality provider. Dr. Basu recognizes the significance of this selection and is honored to have received this prestigious recognition for a full decade.

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ON THE MOVE: Roger Harris Joins HillDay Industries, Inc.

A Respected Member Of Supplier Diversity and Compliance Communities

HillDay taps small business development industry veteran Roger Harris as its HillDay Industries, Inc. vice president to lead its supplier diversity, contract compliance, workforce development, and business development services for its clients.

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Bear dies after getting trapped in a hot car while searching for food in Tennessee

A black bear in Sevierville, Tennessee, died after it got into an unlocked car in search of food, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency said Thursday in a news release.

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Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade

The Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade on Friday, holding that there is no longer a federal constitutional right to an abortion.

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How music and writing helped Japanese Breakfast's Michelle Zauner overcome her mother's death

The past two years have been a whirlwind for Japanese Breakfast's lead vocalist Michelle Zauner. She's headlined music festivals, performed on Saturday Night Live, landed two Grammy nominations and her 2021 memoir, "Crying in H Mart," is a New York Times bestseller and is now being turned into a movie.

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Marvel Studios' "Thor: Love and Thunder" World Premiere

WORLD PREMIERE Stars, Filmmakers and Special Guests Celebrate Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Love and Thunder” Tonight in Hollywood Film Opens in Theaters July 8

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How outlawing abortion could worsen America's maternal mortality crisis

Dr. Judette Louis recalls a time when she treated a patient who was hemorrhaging from her pregnancy — and how she had to wait to obtain permission before she was allowed to terminate the pregnancy for the health of the mother.

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Sip-Sations and Wine Tasting with Chaun Vaughn

According to society, making it to 40 is a death sentence, and finding love after 40 is close to impossible. I'm not sure who set that standard but Influencer Chaun Vaughn is teaching women to love themselves and live life on their own terms. Chaun is a wife, mother, and author of, "Dreams UnleaSHEd" Many women younger than 40 are afraid to become 40 and but Chaun is creating a movement to get women excited and prepared with chapter 40+ through her YouTube Channel called "Chaun Vaughn's 40+ Life", where she discussed various topics like, "7 Changes to Expect in your 40's" or "The 40+ Libido Increase". As a leader in this community, Chaun is focusing more on having events to bring even more life to the 40+ community.

Houston Health Department now offering COVID-19 vaccines for children six months and older

Children as young as six months old are now eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine at any of the Houston Health Department’s four health centers.

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Bishop James Dixon Announced As New Chairman of The Board of Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation

The Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation (HCSCC) and NRG Park announce the appointment of Bishop James Dixon as the Chairman of the Board for HCSCC. Bishop Dixon has been on the board of HCSCC since 2018 and is following Edgar Colon, Chairman of the Board, HCSCC, 2008-2022.