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Astros Jose Altuve Does On-Field Workouts, But Doesn't Have A TimeTable For Return

“It felt pretty good today,” Altuve said about getting back to baseball-related activities. “Obviously, I took some ground balls, ran a little bit and threw some balls. I felt really, really good.”

2nd Annual RACE FOR THE DOME on Saturday, April 9th, 2022

Race for the Dome benefits the Astrodome Conservancy’s work to preserve and redevelop the landmark Astrodome

Runners, walkers, and Dome-lovers across Houston, Harris County and beyond can now secure a spot to join the Astrodome Conservancy to race around the Astrodome at NRG Park in support of a bright future for the Eighth Wonder of the World.

HISD Transportation Services Job Fair

HISD Transportation Services is offering a $2,000 sign-on stipend to the first 120 CDL drivers (re-hires are not eligible) who are hired and start before August 22, 2022.

Traveling Vintage Market Is Back In Houston!

One of the nation’s most anticipated traveling fashion markets is back on the road for 2022! After surviving a daunting couple of years for live events, ThriftCon is set to grow its cultural footprint as the premier destination to shop secondhand finds. For one day only, guests will be able to scour through unending racks, bins and discounted piles to find the best deals in vintage and thrifted t-shirts, sneakers, hats, outerwear, dresses, accessories, homegoods, collectibles and much, much more — spanning every era from the 1950s all the way to modern releases.

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Prairie View A&M Hires Bubba McDowell As Their New Head Coach

On Tuesday, Prairie View A&M University announced they had hired Leonard “Bubba” McDowell as its new head football coach.

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Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee Announces Legal Challenge to New Texas Election Law

Today Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee announced that Harris County has filed a lawsuit against Texas officials to challenge the constitutionality of Senate Bill 1750, a recently-passed law that abolishes the nonpartisan elections administrator office in only Harris County and no other county in Texas.

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The 16th Annual H-Town Blues Festival Comes to Houston

Tickets On Sale Starting Friday, October 27 at 10 a.m. Local Time on Ticketmaster.com

The Blues Is Alright Tour comes to the NRG Arena with the 16th Annual H-Town Blues Festival on Friday, April 5 at 8 p.m. The Blues is musical storytelling filled with stark emotion and a revolving reality check. It’s authentically raw; transforming tragedy, adversity and heartache into a visceral and cathartic experience. This special night of emotive lyrics and guitar-driven accompaniment features performances by Tucka, King George, Calvin Richardson, Pokey Bear, J’Wonn, and West Love.

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Hair Relaxer Cancer Lawsuit

Law firm filing cases for women harmed by hair relaxers

Recent scientific evidence has pointed to a link between the use of chemical hair relaxers and the development of certain types of cancer. Product liability lawsuits have been filed against major beauty company L’Oreal, alleging that toxic chemicals in their hair relaxers led to an increased risk of uterine cancer. This lawsuit, along with other related claims, will pave the way for victims to pursue a hair relaxer cancer lawsuit.

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Summer Chilling: Staying Cool with Fitness, Fashion, and Food

Falling down your face. Stinging your eyes. Wetting up your clothes. It’s sweating season ladies and gentlemen. Scorching, summery triple digit temperatures are in our imminent future when summer officially beginning on June 20th. The heat and humidity are already getting to some of us just taking a few steps out the door. Get prepared for the pending hotter days with tips on staying cool with fitness, fashion, and food.

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After a deadly storm, some Texans must change electric providers while others still don't have water

For many Texans, basic necessities like clean running water and a stable electricity provider may seem like a pipe dream right now.

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Body of missing California boy found 6 miles from where the rest of his family died

The body of a 12-year-old boy was found in a California river, 6 miles away from where the rest of his family was found dead. Siddhant Thottapilly was the last to be found after the family of four went missing earlier this month. Sandeep Thottapilly, 41, and Saachi Thottapilly, 9, were found dead inside a vehicle encased in sediment in the Eel River, the Mendocino County Sheriff's Office said. Separately, an adult female body recovered on Friday from another area of the river was identified as Soumya Thottapilly, 38.

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Waller County Voter Suppression Continues Against Students at Prairie View A&M University

Waller County once again voted to deny students at Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) equal and accessible access to vote on campus in the first early vote week of the midterm election.

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NBA conducts investigation into postgame incident following allegations from members of Indiana Pacers traveling party

The National Basketball Association (NBA) conducted an investigation into a postgame incident involving the Indiana Pacers traveling party following a game between the team and the Memphis Grizzlies on January 29.

Tree crashes into 3-year-old's bedroom during Illinois storms

Trees came crashing down on cars, backyards, and houses during a severe weather storm Monday afternoon. But one Moline family says they are happy they are all safe after a tree broke off and crushed their roof.

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Caught on Camera: Officer punches suspect in custody

In June, the Wallingford Police Department responded to a domestic violence call.

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Travelers’ Opinions Sought on Hot Topics Impacting Travel

Annual consumer travel trends survey from Travel Leaders Group asks about airport security satisfaction, perception of Americans abroad and travel safety issues, plus dream destinations

To gain the current pulse of the American traveling public, the nation’s largest retail travel agency company has launched its annual, nationwide consumer travel trends survey, asking travelers how many topical issues – ranging from recent terror attacks to airport security – may be impacting their travel plans. Travel Leaders Group (www.travelleadersgroup.com) is also asking travelers about their top dream destinations, their use of vacation time and whether they check-in with work while away, as well as a series of questions pertaining to unique travel dilemmas and proper etiquette.

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Team First: Texans head coach/general manager Bill O’Brien reveals why the team traded DeAndre Hopkins to Arizona.

One thing I have learned by being born and raised in Texas is that we are a proud group of people who wear our emotions on our sleeves. You never have to worry about how we feel towards you because our facial expressions tells it all.

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Houston Tax Expert Reveals 5 Essential Prep Tips for Tax Season

Tax season officially opens today, January 29, 2024, and while most may not be prepared to file returns yet, early preparation can save money and alleviate stress before the filing deadline in April.

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Where Dylann Roof Killed, a Search for Answers

In the same room where Dylann Roof killed nine church members, the pastor stopped during Wednesday night's Bible study to tell a joke.

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Commissioners Court Appoints Genesis E. Draper to County Criminal Court at Law No. 12 Judge

Based on the motion from Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Commissioners Court on Tuesday appointed Genesis E. Draper – an assistant public defender in the Harris County Public Defender’s Office – to fill the judicial vacancy at Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 12.