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White non-college Americans move away from Trump during shutdown

During the longest government shutdown in US history, President Donald Trump has been losing support among those who may be his strongest supporters -- white Americans who don't have college degrees.

Biden set to announce he's moving deadline for all US adults to be eligible for Covid vaccine to April 19

President Joe Biden plans to announce Tuesday that he is moving up his deadline for states to make all American adults eligible for a coronavirus vaccine by almost two weeks.

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Biden nominates Denis McDonough to lead VA, turning to another longtime Obama adviser

President-elect Joe Biden on Thursday tapped Denis McDonough to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs, adding the longtime chief of staff to former President Barack Obama to his new Cabinet.

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Judge denies Trump Org and former CFO's motion to dismiss tax fraud indictment

A New York state judge denied the Trump Organization and its former chief financial officer Allen Weisselberg's motions to dismiss tax fraud charges during a hearing Friday.

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Kim Kardashian condemns hate speech in midst of Kanye West controversy

Days after a fellow celebrity called her out for remaining publicly silent in the face of antisemitic comments made by her former husband Kanye West, Kim Kardashian has released a statement condemning hate speech.

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Chick-fil-A operator has a winning recipe for employees: three-day workweek

What staffing shortage? One Miami Chick-fil-A owner/operator has been deluged with applications after switching his staff to a three-day, 14-hour workweek.

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Jeff Bezos hints he's buying the Washington Commanders: 'We'll have to wait and see'

Jeff Bezos may be adding NFL owner to his resume. The Amazon founder, along with Jay-Z, is in talks on a potential joint bid on the Washington Commanders, CNN reported earlier this month. However, it is not clear if the two have yet spoken with Dan Snyder and his wife, Tanya, the current owners of the NFL team.

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State Sen. John Whitmire announces he will run for Houston mayor in 2023

Whitmire, the longest-serving member of the Texas Senate, will first run for reelection to the chamber in 2022 before his mayoral run the following year.

State Sen. John Whitmire, the longest-serving member of the Texas Senate, announced Wednesday night he will run for Houston mayor in 2023.

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Supreme Court sides with Texas death row inmate who says conviction was based on bad DNA evidence

The Supreme Court on Monday sided with a Texas death row inmate who is trying to overturn his conviction based on faulty DNA evidence. In a rare reversal, the inmate received the support of the district attorney involved in the case.

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Georgia DA subpoenas GOP Rep. Jody Hice in Trump election probe

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has subpoenaed Georgia Republican Rep. Jody Hice to appear before the grand jury investigating former President Donald Trump and his efforts to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia, according to a new court filing.

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Nipsey Hussle: Jury finds man guilty in hip-hop artist's murder

A Los Angeles jury has found Eric Ronald Holder Jr. guilty of first-degree murder in shooting death of the late rapper Nipsey Hussle.

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Astros Ace Should Change His Name To, “Zack Greinke, M.D.”

I think that Houston Astros starting pitcher Zack Greinke needs to add M.D. to the end of his name this season as he has had to operate from the mound in order to save the bullpen. Greinke pitched eight brilliant innings as the Houston Astros (28-24) was able to salvage the last game of the three-game series against the San Diego Padres (34-20) with a 7-4 victory.

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Houston Texans Tytus Howard Named 2023 Black College Football Pro Player of the Year

Houston Texans offensive lineman Tytus Howard cherishes the moments he spent on the campus of Alabama State University (ASU) in Montgomery, Alabama. There, he honed his skills on the football field and became a first-round draft pick in the 2019 NFL Draft by the Texans.

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Jackson State University Will Honor President Emeritus John Peoples During 144th Founders’ Day Convocation on Oct. 28President Emeritus John A. Peoples, Jr. Ph.D. will receive an honorary doctorate of

President Emeritus John A. Peoples, Jr. Ph.D. will receive an honorary doctorate of humane letters during Jackson State University’s 144th Founders’ Day Convocation on Thursday, Oct. 28th at 10 a.m. on the Gibbs-Green Plaza, which will also be livestreamed.

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New dads are 'losers' if they take 6 months paternity leave, prominent venture capitalist says

A prominent venture capitalist is under fire for calling new dads "losers" if they take months of paternity leave.

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Punxsutawney Phil's Winter Forecast Unveiled

Punxsutawney Phil – the famous groundhog weather watcher – woke up and did not see his shadow Friday morning, calling for an early spring.

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Houston PetSet and Mayor John Whitmire Spearhead New Era for Animal Welfare: A Path Forward for Houston's Homeless Pets

Houston PetSet, a dynamic nonprofit dedicated to eradicating Houston’s homeless animal crisis, orchestrated a pivotal event on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024. The State of Animal Welfare Address, graced by the esteemed presence of City of Houston Mayor John Whitmire, illuminated the progress made, current challenges, and the roadmap ahead #ForTheAnimals.

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Ray Epps: Man at center of right-wing conspiracy theories sentenced to one year probation for his actions on January 6

The man who became an unwitting figurehead of false conspiracy theories around the January 6 US Capitol attack has been sentenced for his actions that day to one year of probation.

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New park dedicated to late US Rep. Elijah Cummings to honor his legacy

Green space on Mura Street in east Baltimore is dedicated to the late U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings. It's a vision that comes from Harry T. Spikes II.

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Baseball Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg has cancer

Longtime Chicago Cubs second baseman Ryne Sandberg announced Monday he has been diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer and has begun treatment.