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Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 9898 Forum Park Drive

Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man at 9898 Forum Park Drive about 10:40 a.m. on Tuesday (November 21).

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Investigation into Fatal Crash at 1500 Richmond

Houston police are investigating a fatal auto-pedestrian crash at 1500 Richmond about 8:40 a.m. today (November 28).

HISD hosting job fair for bus drivers, custodians, mechanics, HVAC techs, and grounds crews

The Houston Independent School District is hosting a job fair this weekend to find candidates to fill several key operational support positions, including bus drivers, custodians, mechanics, HVAC technicians and grounds crews.

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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Investigation Into Fatal Shooting At 3341 Winbern Street

Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of one man and the wounding of another at 3341 Winbern Street about 7:15 p.m. on Monday (Jan. 9).

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METRO Unveils Bus Shelters in Historic Independence Heights Neighborhood

Join METRO Board Members and staff along with Houston City Council Member Karla Cisneros and leaders from the Independence Heights neighborhood for an unveiling of new bus shelters designed in partnership with the community. Each shelter shares historical information about Independence Heights and the pioneers of the neighborhood.

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Meet Culinary Specialist Seaman Brian Sullivan

Culinary Specialist Seaman Brian Sullivan, from Houston, assigned to the world's largest aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) supply department, grills chicken in the forward galley, Aug. 24, 2023.

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Sailors Perform Daily Maintenance On USS Ronald Reagan

Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Cody Lawrence, from Houston, checks a liquid-cooling fluid make-up unit in the hangar bay aboard the U.S. Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), while in-port Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Aug. 30, 2023.

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Investigation into Fatal Shooting at 215 Sunnyside Street

Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man at 215 Sunnyside Street about 9:10 p.m. last Friday (Jan. 5).

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This company says it can make top-shelf whiskey in just a few days

Bespoken Spirits says it is using science to produce better whiskeys. Now, it has several million dollars to prove it can.

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Refresh Your Child’s Diet with Low-Sugar Options

Many families look to the new year as a time to reset their eating habits and focus on making healthier choices. However, adults aren’t the only ones who could use a menu refresh as children may also need to focus on healthier food choices.

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For Too Many Kids Getting Outside Is Easier Said Than Done

Last week, after a restful Thanksgiving, my family made a deliberate choice to #OptOutside on Friday. #OptOutside is a growing movement in which participating organizations and companies close their doors on Black Friday, give their employees a paid day off, and encourage all of us to embrace the serenity of nature instead of succumbing to the frenzy of Black Friday shopping. I’m an outdoors enthusiast, from a long line of outdoors enthusiasts.

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CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid are closing thousands of stores. Here’s why

Drugstore chains for decades saturated US cities, suburbs and small towns with new stores. Drugstore chains for decades saturated US cities, suburbs and small towns with new stores.

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The Good From COVID-19 Social Distancing

No need to pinch yourself or splash cold water on your face. You are not dreaming but are living in an altered reality. We are in the middle of a worldwide pandemic that is wreaking havoc in the world, taking millions of lives, draining the economy, and keeping us indoors. By now you are well aware of what COVID-19 is, the symptoms, and how it spreads. All the negatives are out there but how about a dose of positivity?

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Fourteen ADA-Approved Foods for Type 2 Diabetes Prevention

Jill Weisenberger, author of Prediabetes: A Complete Guide reveals the best foods for lowering your risk of type 2 diabetes.

The typical American diet leaves a lot to be desired. It's heavy on calories, saturated fats, added sugars, fatty meats, baked goods, and highly processed grains. This type of diet is disastrous to your health and is even linked to type 2 diabetes and a host of other health problems like heart disease and some types of cancer.

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Gentrification, Charter Schools and the Death of the African American Inner City School

Every day on my way to work I pass by my old elementary school, Shadydale Elementary on Tidwell Rd. It was one of the crown jewels of the North Forest Independent School District that comprised four elementary schools, four middle schools, and two high schools. I remember Shadydale fondly; it was the first place I picked up a pencil to write a story.

Former President George H.W. Bush's last words, as spoken to his son, George W. Bush

Former President George H.W. Bush spoke his final words in a phone call with his son, former President George W. Bush, a source familiar with Bush's final hours told CNN.

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“Kenny Rogers Sang Love Songs & Flipped Mansions”

Kenny Rogers, who died on March 20th, did almost everything well. Singing (sold over 100 million records), acting, song writing, restaurateur (Kenny Rogers Roasters), businessman, author, charities (Kenny Rogers Children's Center), photography and athlete (famous for faking out and then scoring on Michael Jordan in a 1988 charity basketball game), Kenny found early success in the music business as a Houston teen star singing his song “That Crazy Feeling” on Dick Clark’s American Bandstand. Later joining the New Christy Minstrels and then the First Edition before going solo with giant hits such as “The Gambler,” “Lady,” and “Islands in the Stream” with Dolly Parton, Kenny's career soared as one of the world’s favorite country-pop singers.

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Meet the Cast of Theatre Under the Stars "Ain't Misbehavin'

Runs September 20 through October 2 at the Hobby Center

Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) introduces the cast of the hot new production of Ain’t Misbehavin’, the first show of the 2022/23 Season!

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Micro Winery Opens in Missouri City

Winery creates a new experience for Missouri City area residents.