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California - Beloved 49ers fan's memory kept alive at Menlo Park store

With the 49ers set to take on the Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII, people all over the Bay Area will be showing off their 49er pride.

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UN agency for Palestinian refugees warns it may halt all operations by end of month

The main United Nations agency in Gaza has warned it “most likely” will have to halt its work in the war-torn enclave and across the Middle East by the end of the month after donors paused funding over allegations some of its staff were involved with Hamas’ October 7 attack on Israel.

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Austin apologized to Biden for mishandled communication around cancer treatment

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Thursday admitted he mishandled communication around his treatment for prostate cancer and said he’d apologized to President Joe Biden, in his first news conference since returning to work.

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Wings/shrimp/booze: 2024 Super Bowl party hosts budget carefully

Super Bowl is no joke for Tod Steward. He’s hosted a viewing party at his downtown Seattle condo for the past 14 years. It’s become a tradition for him and his circle of friends.

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Biden to issue executive order targeting Israeli settlers in West Bank

President Joe Biden plans to issue an executive order targeting violent Israeli settlers in the West Bank whom he has said have undermined stability in the area, according to a US official.

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Rosenwald Schools educated generations of Black Americans; now, fighting to preserve legacy.

Maudy Adkinson Johnson remembers walking across cow fields and busy roads as a child to get to her one-room schoolhouse in Spring Hill, Tennessee.

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South African innovator’s medicine-dispensing lockers win prestigious prize

A South African entrepreneur who designed a smart locker system that improves access to healthcare has won a major award for African engineering.

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Moon is shrinking - could be problem for astronauts

A region of the moon that’s at the center of a new international space race because it may contain water ice could be less hospitable than once thought, new research has found.

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Fulton County DA among nearly dozen subpoenaed to testify in hearing on affair allegations

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and her lead prosecutor in the Georgia election subversion case, Nathan Wade, have been subpoenaed to testify at a hearing next month on allegations they were engaged in an improper romantic relationship, according to documents obtained by CNN.

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Judge dismisses Disney’s lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and allies

A US judge has dismissed Disney’s lawsuit against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his political allies, including the board he appointed to oversee Disney’s property in Florida.

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Newly released videos - Former Memphis police officer: Tyre Nichols initially pulled over for ‘speeding’

Newly released videos from the city of Memphis, Tennessee, appear to shed light on the reason why Tyre Nichols was initially stopped by police last year – an encounter that eventually led to his death and sparked fresh protests over how police in America treat people of color.

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US warship had close call with Houthi missile in Red Sea

A cruise missile launched by the Houthis into the Red Sea on Tuesday night came within a mile of a US destroyer before it was shot down, four US officials told CNN, the closest a Houthi attack has come to a US warship.

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Explore Artistry at Beaumont Art League's Portraits/Figures Exhibition - Opening on February 10

The vibrant world of artistic expression takes center stage as the Beaumont Art League invites you to the Artist Reception for the much-anticipated Portraits/Figures Exhibition. Set to open its doors on Saturday, February 10, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., this event promises an enchanting evening of creativity, community, and celebration.

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White House formally blames drone strike in Jordan that that killed 3 American service members

The US believes an umbrella group of militants called Islamic Resistance in Iraq was behind the drone attack in Jordan that killed three American service members, the White House said Wednesday, its first formal attribution for the incident.

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Louisiana State Treasurer Calls for Impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas Over Border Crisis

Dr. John Fleming, Louisiana State Treasurer and former Congressman, has thrown his support behind the call for the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. In collaboration with House Speaker Mike Johnson and fellow Republicans, Dr. Fleming emphasizes the urgency of holding Mayorkas accountable for what he perceives as enabling the surge of illegal immigration and fostering a porous southern border.

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New study finds more cancers linked to tainted water at Camp Lejeune,

Military and civilian personnel who lived and worked at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina in the mid-1970s and ’80s are more likely to be diagnosed with certain cancers compared with those stationed at a similar military base in California during the same period, a highly anticipated new government study shows.

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Leadership Renewal at Houston Community College: Trustees Elect 2024 Officers with Visionary Goals

The Houston Community College (HCC) Board of Trustees, in a significant session held on January 24, has unveiled its leadership lineup for 2024, subsequent to the HCC Trustee Elections. This assembly marked the commitment to educational leadership and community service by the board members, indicative of their continuous dedication to fostering an environment of academic excellence.

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Houston's LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce Amplifies Connections with Pride@5 Events

The Houston LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce is making waves with its signature networking event, Pride@5, in collaboration with the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance. This monthly gathering is quickly becoming the highlight for professionals seeking to enrich their networks within the vibrant community of Houston. Nestled in the heart of the city at 941 W 18th St., Houston, TX, the event promises a blend of business and pleasure, offering a platform for attendees to forge substantial community connections.

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Jerry Rodriguez: A Local Voice for Positive Change in the Harris County Constable Precinct 5 Race

As early voting approaches on February 20th, anticipation builds for the Texas Democratic and GOP Primaries on Super Tuesday, March 5th. A vast array of positions from the President to local constables will be on the ballot, but one race, in particular, is drawing attention in Harris County: the Constable Pct. 5 race, where after 40 years of dedicated service, Ted Heap is stepping down, and Sergeant Jerry Rodriguez steps forward as a candidate.

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Man arrested after video post showed severed head of his father

A man accused of decapitating his father – and posting online a video with his severed head amid a politically charged rant – was arrested hours later with a gun at National Guard base, according to officials and court documents.