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The Reset of TSU with Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young

"What is the transformative thing that I am going to do today?" is the question that Texas Southern University President Dr. Lesia L. Crumpton-Young asks herself at the start of each day. It's a question that causes her to act intentionally for a defined purpose. This is how she will approach each day of the presidency of Texas Southern University.

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Scheduled March On for Voting Rights for August 28th Has Been Cancelled

The planned March On for Voting Rights in Houston has been canceled due to COVID concerns. Officials are following the advice from the CDC, Houston and Harris Public Health, and Discovery Green.

Governor Abbott, TDEM Launch COVID-19 Antibody Infusion Center In Nacogdoches

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), in partnership with local officials, will launch a new COVID-19 therapeutic infusion center in Nacogdoches. The infusion center will begin accepting patients tomorrow and has been provided with Regeneron's monoclonal antibodies to treat outpatient cases of COVID-19 who have a referral from a doctor. This treatment is available at no cost to the patient. Local partners include Nacogdoches County, City of Nacogdoches, and Nacogdoches Medical Center.

Trump's rally script fell apart

Starting well before he ever got elected, former President Donald Trump had a talent for making his rallygoers boo. Just mentioning Hillary Clinton or CNN (or, near the end of his presidency, Fox News) would trigger a paroxysm of jeering from his supporters, who knew the role they played in punctuating his performances and happily did their part.

Police locate mother of wandering boy

Police say they have found the mother of a wandering boy found Thursday in Independence.

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US troops, Afghans killed in suicide attacks outside Kabul airport

Twelve US service members and dozens of Afghans have been killed in two bombing attacks outside Kabul's airport, according to the Pentagon and Afghanistan's Ministry of Public Health.

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Houston Native Serves at Naval Air Station Jacksonville

A Houston native is serving with the U.S. Navy’s cutting-edge maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft squadron in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Dog ownership is associated with good health. Mandatory Credit: Getty Images

If you have a dog and tell them it's National Dog Day, I suspect they will reply: "I thought everyday was dog day! Now where's my treat?"

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The benefits of owning a dog -- and the surprising science behind it

If you have a dog and tell them it's National Dog Day, I suspect they will reply: "I thought everyday was dog day! Now where's my treat?"

Make the unvaccinated pay out for their deadly decisions

It's time to stop forcing the vaccinated majority of Americans to accommodate those who refuse to take this simple step -- especially now that at least one Covid-19 vaccine has been fully approved.

Possible major hurricane could hit the US Coast

Tropical Depression Nine has formed in the Caribbean Sea and confidence is growing that a potentially major hurricane could hit the US by late this weekend or early next week.

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Biden braces for fallout as his dire warnings of a Kabul terror attack come true

Terrorist explosions outside Kabul's international airport on Thursday that killed multiple US service members came after days of public and private warnings from President Joe Biden of a potential attack that could disrupt the massive airlift effort underway there.

Hyatt Regency Houston Partners with RainbowWeddingNetwork.com to Host LGBTQ+ Wedding Showcase

RainbowWeddingNetwork.com expo taking place this weekend at Hyatt Regency Houston.

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Herschel Walker launches Senate campaign in Georgia

Herschel Walker, the former football star, announced his campaign for US Senate in Georgia on Wednesday, after months of speculation marked by both former President Donald Trump's public encouragement and some Republicans' rising concerns about the political newcomer's ability to win a crucial seat.

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House approves $3.5 trillion budget plan in key step for Democrats to pass legislation expanding social safety net

The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved a budget framework that will pave the way for Democrats to spend up to $3.5 trillion on a sweeping economic package to expand the social safety net that President Joe Biden has made a signature agenda item.

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La Vie Style House to Open Second Store in Houston

La Vie Style House is continuing their growth with a second store, set to open in Houston’s River Oaks District. The store – located at F130 River Oaks District – boasts 1,300 square-feet in varying shades of the brand’s signature pink. The new store, which is a natural extension and next step for La Vie Style House, is poised to open on Friday, October 15, 2021.

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New Luxury Spa Coming To Houston Heights This Fall

Thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of Houston’s newest hotspot: E L L E É salon + spa —a luxury salon + spa founded by Lesha Wincher, Miss Houston USA 2018 & former NFL cheerleader. Opening its doors in mid-September, E L L E É was designed as an oasis to escape everyday life.

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Moulin Rouge! The Musical Hires Chloe Beck as Director of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Producers Carmen Pavlovic and Bill Damaschke are pleased to announce Chloe Beck has joined the Moulin Rouge! The Musical company as Director of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion. She officially began in the newly created role on July 12th following ten years in higher education, most recently at New York University. Her work will focus on the Broadway production, the forthcoming US National Tour and the show’s productions opening internationally.

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Baby Dove Announces the Creation of the Black Birth Equity Fund, Sets Out to Close the Black Maternal Care Gap

Today, Baby Dove announces the creation of the Black Birth Equity Fund to provide Black expecting mothers with immediate financial access to doula services. The new fund is part of Baby Dove's long-term commitments to advance superior care, with and for, Black moms in partnership with leading advocacy groups like Black Mamas Matter Alliance (BMMA).

Ready, Set, Go: Thousands of HISD students begin the 2021-2022 school year

Tens of thousands of Houston Independent School District students returned to classrooms today with an unparalleled amount of support during historically challenging times.