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Persistent Lending Disparities Perpetuate Nation’s Racial Wealth Gap: Black neighborhoods and shopping districts stripped of $406 billion

For America, Black History Month brings opportunities to revisit our nation’s lessons, achievements, and unfulfilled promises, capturing our attention as well as our hopes. Yet nothing hits home harder than the painful reminders of how so much of Black America continues to struggle financially, despite an economy that reports low unemployment, a robust stock market, and low inflation.

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SpaceX to launch first Turkish astronaut aboard private European space mission

A SpaceX rocket is set to take off for the International Space Station on another trailblazing mission operated entirely by the private sector. On board will be a group of European astronauts, including the first person from Turkey aiming to visit outer space.

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Grandmother accused of shooting infant enters not guilty by reason of insanity plea

A Liberty Township grandmother accused of shooting her 6-month-old granddaughter has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity.

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Pakistan carries out military strikes on separatist targets in Iran

Pakistan carried out a series of deadly military strikes on what it said were separatist militant hideouts inside Iran, in the latest incident across their shared border that has sent tensions between the two neighbors soaring.

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Congress races clock to avert shutdown before Friday deadline

Congress is on track to avert a partial government shutdown before the end of the week with both the Senate and House poised to pass a short-term funding extension on Thursday.

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He bought apartment in Spain - made a new life for himself. ‘I have not looked back’

Relocating to a sunny Mediterranean city in Spain isn’t always just for a more relaxed lifestyle — although siestas are a definite plus. Making the leap can also lead to pursuits you’ve dreamed of in a place you love.

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Memorial Hermann and Aldine ISD Forge Groundbreaking Partnership to Launch HEAL High School for Healthcare Careers

Memorial Hermann Health System and Aldine ISD announce a game-changing partnership to launch HEAL High School, offering students in the Houston area a unique blend of healthcare career education and a comprehensive high school experience

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Shocking Revelation: DOJ Report Exposes Startling Delays in Preventing Uvalde School Massacre

Critical failures in leadership among specific law enforcement officers who rushed to the mass shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde are blamed by the Justice Department, in a new 575-page report being made public nearly 20 months after the massacre that left 19 students and two teachers dead.

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Payments to veterans begin in $6 billion 3M earplug settlement

3M has started sending payments as part of its previously announced $6 billion settlement to resolve almost 300,000 lawsuits alleging that the manufacturing company supplied faulty combat earplugs to the military that resulted in significant injuries, such as hearing loss.

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AI shouldn’t make ‘life-or-death’ decisions, says OpenAI’s Sam Altman

Human beings will continue to decide “what should happen in the world” regardless of the rise of artificial intelligence, OpenAI’s Sam Altmann said Thursday at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland.

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JPMorgan Chase fights off 45 billion hacking attempts each day

JPMorgan Chase now fights off about 45 billion attempts a day by hackers to infiltrate its systems.

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Madonna shares photo with father Silvio, 92, at Detroit concert near her hometown

Madonna is marking a significant stop on her “Celebration” world tour, which had a beloved family member in attendance.

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US attorney general meeting with Uvalde victims’ families before DOJ releases report on law enforcement response to massacre

US Attorney General Merrick Garland is meeting with families of victims killed and injured in the 2022 Uvalde school massacre, ahead of Thursday’s planned release of a Department of Justice report on law enforcement’s response to the mass shooting that left 19 children and two teachers dead.

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Texans Defense Restores Order In 45-14 Victory to Advance to the AFC Divisional Round

Houston Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans and defensive coordinator Matt Burke had repeatedly watched the Week 16 tape and knew what the Cleveland Browns offense had done to them in the 36-22 blowout game. He had a sideline view of veteran quarterback Joe Flacco hitting wide receiver Amari Cooper in stride for 53 yards on the first play from scrimmage, and they continued to play catch for the rest of the game.

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Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott Collaborates with Wrangler® on Limited-Edition Jewelry and Apparel Collection

Two iconic brands team up for exclusive collaboration benefiting the National FFA Organization (formerly Future Farmers of America)

Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott announces the launch of its first-ever collaboration, a joint collection with global denim brand Wrangler®. The limited-edition Wrangler x Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott collection features signature Kendra Scott silhouettes and inlaid gemstones, woven together with modern, elevated fits and finishes from the most authentic denim brand of the West. This product line presents both jewelry and apparel, a first for the Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott brand, and celebrates ranch culture, the natural environment of the Southwest and the spirit of its hard-working people.

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Star Class Entertainment Presents Galentine’s Day Soiree With LaTavia Roberson!

The Day before Valentine’s Day is designed for Galentine’s Day which is the ultimate day for girl friends to hang out. Houston Native and Original Destiny’s Child Member, LaTavia Roberson has teamed up with Star Class Entertainment to host “Galentine’s Day Soiree”.

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Show Technology Announces Inaugural Brazos Home & Garden Show

Home improvement and outdoor living show to commence January 26-28 at The Fort Bend Epicenter

The first ever Brazos Home & Garden Show launches at The Fort Bend Epicenter from January 26-28, 2024. This annual show provides attendees with everything they need to solve their home and garden projects under one roof. Browse the latest in kitchen, bath and flooring, speak face-to-face with home building professionals, sample the newest home technology, envision the outdoor oasis of your dreams, shop home essentials, save money with show-only discounts, have fun with activities for the whole family, and so much more during this one-weekend event.

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Epic Reunion Unveiled: No Doubt Set to Rock Coachella 2024 After Nearly a Decade!

The lineup for Southern California’s legendary, desert-centric Coachella music festival has officially been announced, and there’s no doubt it’ll be a good time.

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Ohio police used flash-bangs during raid of home with toddler on a ventilator inside, body camera footage shows

Police in Elyria, Ohio, deployed exploding flash-bangs while raiding a home last week while a toddler on a ventilator was inside, newly released body-worn camera footage shows, and the mother says her child was harmed during the incident.

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‘Tell it to my face’: Novak Djokovic responds to heckling fan during Australian Open win over Alexei Popyrin

Novak Djokovic was tested on the court in a tough second-round Australian Open win over home favorite Alexei Popyrin, but the Serb was also riled by at least one member of the crowd.