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Surveillance Video of Incident at 8300 Boone Road

Houston police are asking for the public's help in identifying individuals wanted for questioning in the death of a man at 8300 Boone Road about 11:15 p.m. on July 3, 2016.

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Did Melanie Brown’s ‘Open Relationship’ Lead To Divorce?

With news that his marriage is on the rocks, Stephen Belafonte pulled out a photo from the vault that suggests he and newly estranged wife Melanie Brown had embarked on a threesome.

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The Black Owned App Helping to Prevent Cyber Bullying

CEO and President, Jonathan Viverette’s vision for the app is to promote positivity, prevent cyber bullying and create a space that is safe, fun and inclusive, in the world of social media. Growing up in a small town in Illinois, he witnessed cyberbullying and the ruthlessness of young adults and wanted to create a way to minimize the negativity and give users on social media more control over their own privacy. Specifically, bullying appears to have a relatively high presence among the African American community. Jonathan’s goal and purpose for the app is to create a buffer that minimize negative emotional states and exposure to adverse encounters.

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Kroger and Hormel to Donate Hams to Hundreds of Houston Families

On Wednesday, Dec. 5 from 7:30 a.m. to noon, a team of Kroger volunteers will donate 700 Hormel® Cure 81® half hams to help feed Houston families in need. The donation will take place at BakerRipley’s East Aldine campus, located at 3000 Aldine Mail Route Rd., Houston, TX 77039.

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Puerto Rico's Cash Crisis: 35% of Banks Still Closed

More than a third of the banks in Puerto Rico are still closed a month after Hurricane Maria pummeled the island.

Houston Ballet Extends the Season of Giving With Annual Graceful Givings Event

Houston Ballet hosts its 12th annual Graceful Givings event at the Center for Dance this week. Since beginning in 2008, this annual dancewear giveaway has grown to benefit more than 60 Houston-area schools with dance and theater programs.

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Celebrate Fourth of July with Dickey’s Barbecue Pit’s Savory Ribs and Wings

Texas-style barbecue brand will be open and ready to safely serve through dine-in, carryout, pickup or contactless delivery on July 4

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is getting into the Fourth of July spirit with its delicious Texas-style barbecue options that are perfect for gatherings of any size!

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After nearly 25 years of living, TikTok taught me how to properly wash strawberries. They are FILLED with tiny bugs and tons of dirt!! 🍓🍓🍓 1 part white vinegar 4 parts cold water Sprinkle of salt

METRO is joining with public transit organizations around the country to thank our #HeroesMovingHeroes. In partnership with the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), transit agencies nationwide will "Sound the Horn" in recognition of frontline transit workers' response to COVID-19.

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Gun store hosts ‘Train a Teacher Day’

Teachers, administrators and school board members across the county were invited to attend a free gun training event Sunday in Bay Park.

Vegan Winery Clavey Vineyard Is Now Available In Costco & Nugget Markets

Grass Valley-based boutique winery, Clavey Vineyard & Winery has now expanded for purchase at 22 locations throughout California, including in select Costco and Nugget Markets:

FEMA Offers Free Rebuilding Tips at Lowe’s in Houston

Disaster survivors impacted by Tropical Storm Imelda who are rebuilding and repairing their homes can visit Lowe’s in Houston, Monday, Oct. 21 through Saturday, Oct. 27 to get free hazard mitigation consultations from FEMA representatives.

"Sneakerella" Movie Premieres Today On Disney+

"SNEAKERELLA" MOVIE PREMIERES TODAY ON DISNEY+

Disney+ original movie “Sneakerella,” premieres today on the streaming service. From the studio behind the mega-hit “Descendants,” “High School Musical,” and “ZOMBIES” franchises, this pop/hip-hop musical is set in the vibrant street-sneaker subculture of New York City and puts a contemporary twist on the “Cinderella” fairy tale.

Meijer and Huggies® Partner to Donate Up to 400,000 Diapers to the National Diaper Bank Network

During the month of March, for each pack of Huggies purchased at Meijer, Huggies will donate a day's worth of diapers to the national nonprofit, National Diaper Bank Network, up to 400,000 diapers total

Man charged in toddler's death after surveillance video failed to show child being hit by car, according to charging documents

A man accused of killing a toddler claimed the child was fatally injured when he was hit by a car, according to court documents.

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Music Tuesday: Migos "Culture" Sweeping The World

Migos' sophomore full-length C U L T U R E is the sound of the north Atlanta trio seizing their moment. Released in the wake of their chart-topping success on the Billboard Hot 100 for "Bad and Boujee," C U L T U R E propels the Migos three into the mainstream with a collection of woozy trap gems that is a peak in their young careers thus far.

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Obamacare Survived: What All This Means For You

Republicans have shelved their plans to repeal Obamacare, so the sweeping health reform act remains the law of the land.

Stimulus negotiations: Pelosi rejects possibility of short-term extension of federal jobless benefits

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi rejected the possibility of a short-term extension of federal jobless benefits during her news conference on Thursday, taking a hard line in demanding that Congress approve a large-scale stimulus package that the White House has so far rejected.

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The Janus Case and The Continuing Attack On Workers

On Monday, the Supreme Court heard arguments in the case of Janus v. AFSCME; a ruling is expected in a few months. The case is the culmination of a concerted right-wing attack on the unions of teachers, police officers, firefighters, nurses and other public sector workers.

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President Trump Says Rep. Maxine Waters Needs ‘an IQ test’ at Gridiron Dinner, She Responds

President Trump was at the annual Gridiron Club Dinner on Saturday when he said that Rep. Maxine Waters “has to immediately take an IQ test.”

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What Do African Americans Want?

As the presidential primaries heat up, African American voters are suddenly in demand. Democratic candidates vie to gain support in what is a key constituency in the Democratic Party. Donald Trump's re-election campaign says it's planning a special appeal to Black voters, arguing that if Trump could simply reduce the staggering margins against him, it would have dramatic effect. We know what the candidates want. The obvious question is what do African Americans want?