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More people looking for -- but not taking -- jobs after their unemployment benefits end early
Jason Smith thought he'd have an easier time filling jobs at his three auto repair shops after Indiana's governor announced that pandemic unemployment benefits would end in mid-June.
Madison Cawthorn, self-described 'big history buff,' keeps getting historical facts wrong
Rep. Madison Cawthorn, a freshman Republican from North Carolina, has called himself a "big history buff" and a "lover of history."
Supreme Court revives case about man's death in police custody
The Supreme Court on Monday revived a case brought by parents who said their son, Nicholas Gilbert, died in police custody in St. Louis after law enforcement officers placed their weight on his back as he was shackled face down.
US airstrikes follow a spate of sophisticated attacks by Iran using new drones that can avoid US surveillance
President Joe Biden's decision to conduct airstrikes against Iran-backed militia groups on the Iraq-Syria border Sunday night follows a recent spate of attacks against US military assets in Iraq by a new class of Iranian-made drones that US officials say can evade US surveillance and defenses.
Supreme Court gives victory to transgender student who sued to use bathroom
The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a decision that allowed a transgender student to use the bathroom that corresponded to his gender identity, a victory for the LGBTQ community that has been fearful the high court would take up the case and reverse a lower court opinion.
Harriet and Joe Foster Family YMCA Reveals Renovation Plans That Strengthen Community and Form Connections
The reimagined center will feature an expanded wellness center, new outdoor pavilion, modernized welcome center and more
The Harriet and Joe Family YMCA is pleased to announce the start of a two-phase renovation plan which will provide members with a refreshed, modern experience and more opportunities for connection. By fall 2021, facility improvements will include a modernized welcome center, an intergenerational room, expanded Wellness Center, a youth Makerspace, renovated group exercise studios and an all-new outdoor pavilion.
Derek Chauvin sentenced to 22.5 years in death of George Floyd
Derek Chauvin, the former police officer who killed George Floyd on a Minneapolis street last year, was sentenced Friday to 22 and half years in prison.
How Galveston Is Honoring Its Role As the Birthplace of Juneteenth
As Galveston historian Samuel Collins III, whose own ancestors were freed as a result of the Juneteenth order, raised funds and installed a historical marker at the former Osterman Building—ravaged by Hurricane Carla and razed in the ’60s—but few people ever stopped to read it. Then, last year, amid the tragic deaths of Breonna Taylor and Houstonian George Floyd and massive protests over civil rights, Collins noticed a change. “All of the sudden, Juneteenth just exploded in popularity.
A Local Black Father Wants the Narrative Changed That Black Men ARE In Their Son’s Lives
As June comes to a close we still want to shine a light on good Black men who are good fathers.
Texan Voters Unsure If State Can Tackle Power Grid Issues, Survey Says
Latest Survey Shows Texan Voters Want Weatherization/Winterization of Electric Grid But Doubt Legislated Policy Will Deliver
When Winter Storm Uri hit, many Texans lost power from February 14-20, resulting in losses of lives and economic activity, and damages to their homes that for some are still not completely repaired. Now, four months later as demand for electricity has increased at the start of the summer amid tight supply, Texans continue to prioritize improvements to the power grid, albeit with doubt as to whether the Texas Legislature and Governor can get the job done.
Tyler Perry Partners with TD Jacks to Expand the Tyler Perry Studios with Theaters, Retail and More
Tyler Perry Studios is about to get bigger. According to Deadline, Tyler Perry and Bishop T.D. Jakes got the greenlight from Atlanta authorities to purchase over 130 acres for a proposed expansion of Tyler Perry Studios. The expansion is designed to be an entertainment district with theaters, retail shops and restaurants.
Annalise Lockhart’s ‘Inheritance’ focuses on a Black family who are haunted by white spirits
Annalise Lockhart’s live action short film Inheritance focuses on a Black family who are haunted by white ghosts in rural America. This powerful film which has elements of science fiction screened at the Oscar qualifying Atlanta Film Festival, RiverRun International Film Festival and will be screening at Palm Springs International ShortFest, another Oscar qualifier, this month.
Houston Grand Opera Hosts Renowned Tenor Jonas Kaufmann in One Night Only Concert and Gala Event
International Star Jonas Kaufmann Takes the Stage in Texas for the First Time Ever on October 6
Houston Grand Opera (HGO) is proud to announce An Evening with Jonas Kaufmann, a special, one-night event with international tenor Jonas Kaufmann on October 6, 2021, at the Wortham Theater Center. Kaufmann’s highly anticipated HGO debut, and first-ever Houston performance, is the chance of a lifetime for opera lovers.
Families Empowered Hosts Free Houston School Roundup June 26
To combat low enrollment rates for pre-K and kindergarten, Families Empowered is hosting a roundup of schools in Houston. The event will provide families with the chance to meet public ISD schools and programs, public charter schools, and private schools and programs for your Pre-K 3, Pre-K 4 and Kindergarteners.
32nd Annual Shrimp Boil Returns In Person, Raising Money For Lifesaving Breast Care
As the leader in breast healthcare for Southeast Texas, The Rose has provided access to high-quality breast care to all women, regardless of their ability to pay. Since 1986, The Rose has served nearly 500,000 patients with mammograms and diagnostic as well as patient navigation services.
The Jazz Houston Youth Orchestra Auditions
July 30 & 31, 2021 – 11:00 am – 5 p.m. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church – 3816 Bellaire Blvd. (77025)
If you are a youth jazz enthusiast, do not miss a chance to be a part of the inaugural year of the foremost Youth Jazz Orchestra in Houston. This Audition-Only Orchestra will be made up of 20 of Houston’s finest young musicians.
The Capital Grille is Still Open for Business
Since the spring of 2020, many of our beloved businesses have closed their doors for good or have been forced to change operations due to the pandemic. Now that life has begun to come back to our city, so has the restaurant traffic.
Flight Club, A London-based Concept, Debuts Immersive Bar and Restaurant in Houston Later This Year
Flight Club brings high-tech Social Darts™ to Regent Square for First Concept Based in Texas
Flight Club is proud to announce Houston as the third location of the immersive bar and restaurant concept. A British import which has revolutionized the traditional game of darts, Flight Club Houston is set to open in late 2021 and features semi-private game areas, eclectic bar program led by award-winning Peter Vestinos, and menu curated by acclaimed Chicago Chef Rich Gresh.
Luby's finds buyer to acquire cafeteria brand and 32 Texas restaurants
It turns out you may not have to hoard Luby's LuAnn platters like they're toilet paper during a pandemic because the restaurant has found a buyer for a majority of its business, keeping the company alive.
Sha'Carri Richardson Is Now One of the Fastest Women in America
Texas Track Athlete Sha’Carri Richardson Wins the Women’s 100 meters at U.S. Olympic Track & Field Team Trials After Mother's Death
Whether watching from Jamaica, Japan or the U.S. it was hard to miss that shock of flowing, orange hair that came streaking across the finish line first in Eugene on Saturday night.
