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An author who studies diverse democracies shares what he sees as the future of the US

An army of commentators have rightly condemned a belief called "replacement theory," which a young White man cited before killing 10 people, most of them Black, Saturday at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York.

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New York court releases new congressional map after Democratic-drawn lines were blocked

New York Judge Patrick McAllister approved the court-appointed special master's new congressional map for the state late Friday night.

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Former Meadows aide 'covered new ground' in recent deposition, source says

A former aide to Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows "covered new ground" this week in her deposition before the House select committee investigating the January 6 insurrection, a source familiar with the meeting said.

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Competitive House primary pits two Georgia Democrats against each other

A competitive primary for a Georgia House seat has locked two Democratic members of Congress -- Lucy McBath and Carolyn Bourdeaux -- in a tough fight for reelection.

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Pennsylvania Senate candidate Fetterman released from hospital after stroke

Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, the Democratic nominee for the commonwealth's open Senate seat, was released from a hospital Sunday nine days after he checked in and was found to have suffered a stroke.

Navy investigation finds submarine crash in South China Sea was 'preventable'

A Navy investigation into the October crash of a submarine into an underwater ridge in the South China Sea was "preventable" and followed navigation planning and risk management mistakes as well as other errors

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Does wearing glasses mean you're smarter?

Admit it: If you see someone wearing glasses, you think that person has a better chance than not of having an above-average IQ.

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Justin Timberlake sells his entire music catalog

Justin Timberlake sold his entire song catalog to a Blackstone-backed management company, joining a wave of recent mega stars who are selling the rights to their music for big bucks.

Houston's Newest Food Truck Community Is Launched @KBC

Beginning on Saturday, May 28th, “The Foodie Spot HTX, A Fulfilling Food Truck Experience” will be launched at The Kingdom Builders’ Center, located at 6011 West Orem Drive. The food park will operate on Saturdays from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sundays from 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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Inside the push that landed a Trump legal adviser on a federal election advisory board

While Donald Trump has maintained a laser focus this primary season on ousting those Republicans who crossed him over the 2020 election -- especially in Georgia on Tuesday -- the Republican effort to elevate proponents of dubious election fraud allegations in the government runs deeper than the former President.

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Jill Biden uses her soft diplomacy to make the case for partnering with the US during three-country Latin America tour

First lady Jill Biden on Monday wraps a six-day, three-country tour of Latin America with an agenda that focused -- at times with subtlety and others with direct intent -- on why a partnership with the United States has its benefits.

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Eli Hart’s former foster mom says she feared him returning to his mother’s custody

Six-year-old Eli Hart’s family is continuing to share the feelings of grief and frustration they say have persisted since the boy was found dead in a car trunk near Orono Friday morning.

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A Texas woman is wanted for the alleged murder of an elite cyclist who had a relationship with her boyfriend, authorities say

Authorities are searching for a Texas woman accused of murdering an elite cyclist who at one time dated her boyfriend.

HISD middle schools welcome next-generation emerging tech labs from Verizon

Houston ISD is proud to announce the launch of Verizon Innovative Learning Labs at Holland, Edison and Patrick Henry Middle Schools, made possible by Verizon, through a partnership with Heart of America and the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute at Arizona State University. An unveiling celebration will be held at Holland Middle School to mark the program’s launch.

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Houston Grand Opera Appoints Jennifer Bowman as Director of Community and Learning

2022-23 season brings exciting and enriching experiences to the Houston community

After an extensive search, Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to announce Jennifer Bowman as the company’s new Director of Community and Learning (formerly HGOco).

Harmony Public Schools, Texas State University System announce new partnership

The Texas State University System (TSUS) and Harmony Public Schools (HPS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish and expand collaborative efforts aimed at supporting HPS graduates as they apply to, advance in, and graduate from a TSUS member institution.

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Founders of Turkey Leg Hut Bring Over 30 Classic Cars to Rick Ross Car Show and Win ‘Hustler of The Year’ Award

Houston’s Turkey Leg Hut (TLH) founders Lynn and Nakia Price received the “Hustler of The Year” award from hip-hop mogul Rick Ross on Saturday, after hauling over 30 classic cars to his palatial Georgia estate for the inaugural “Rick Ross Promise Land Car & Bike Show”!

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Buchanan’s Scotch Whisky reunites H-town's finest in support of the Power on Heels Fund

Buchanan’s Scotch Whisky reunited H-Town’s finest at an intimate dinner celebrating the work SpoiledLatina and the Power on Heels Fund are doing to advance Latinas by helping decrease the gender pay gap and increase their earning potential.

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Staying on the bold path: tips from Ford Foundation chief Darren Walker

What’s the best thing about working in an organization with a big social mission? The mission. I’ve worked in such places; I’ve come to know many more of them as a journalist, and I’m starting this new LinkedIn newsletter as a way of championing what cause-minded leaders can do.