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D.E.C.F. Hosts Annual Scholarship Fundraiser "Carnivale Mystique-Mardi Gras Gala" Let the Good Times Roll!

The Delta Education and Charitable Foundation (D.E.C.F.) will again host their annual scholarship fundraiser this year, “Carnivale Mystique-Mardi Gras Gala” on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023 at the Houston Marriott Westchase Hotel.

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Champions of Magic Tour Headed to Houston's Hobby Center - February 2-17, 2023

Exclusively to Houston, Champions Of Magic bring their arena scale spectacle to the Hobby Center’s intimate Zilkha Hall for an extended run February 2-17. This is an opportunity to experience their unique brand of live entertainment like never before.

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Houston Hospice Appoints Cora Guinn Robinson to Board of Directors

Houston Hospice announced the appointment of Cora Guinn Robinson to its Board of Directors. Following this appointment, the Board will comprise of 15 members, four of which are officers and an additional six are advisors.

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Friend of slain mother Heidi Broussard sentenced to 55 years in prison

The Texas woman accused of killing Heidi Broussard and kidnapping the victim's infant has been sentenced to 55 years in prison after pleading guilty to the 2019 murder, according the Travis County District Attorney's Office.

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Investigators probing a possible near-collision between two aircraft on an airport runway in Austin, Texas

A FedEx cargo plane trying to land at an Austin, Texas, airport had to change course Saturday to avoid a potential collision with a Southwest Airlines jet that was taking off from the same runway, officials said.

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2023 Pro Bowl Games: How to watch and what to expect

The traditional NFL Pro Bowl has been revamped for the 2022-23 season. The rebranded Pro Bowl Games breathe new life into the longstanding praxis of bringing together the league's top talent.

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Cancer is striking more people in their 30s and 40s. Here's what you need to know

Cancer deaths are on the decline in the United States, and the outlook for winning the war against this deadly disease is both good and bad.

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Measles outbreak in central Ohio ends after 85 cases, all among children who weren't fully vaccinated

A measles outbreak in central Ohio that sickened 85 children has been declared over, officials at Columbus Public Health announced Sunday. None of the children died, but 36 were hospitalized.

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The virus threat is easing, but US hospitals are still as full as ever

At Massachusetts General Hospital in downtown Boston, the hallways of the emergency department are lined with dozens of patients waiting to get a room upstairs.

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Study presents unexpected — and complicated — findings on link between alcohol and dementia

Keeping alcohol consumption to one or two drinks a day lessened the odds of developing dementia, according to a study of nearly 4 million South Koreans.Keeping alcohol consumption to one or two drinks a day lessened the odds of developing dementia, according to a study of nearly 4 million South Koreans.

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LeBron James closing in on history as he moves 36 points from breaking NBA all-time scoring record

LeBron James finished with 27 points in the Los Angeles Lakers' 131-126 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans Saturday, leaving the 38-year-old needing 36 points to surpass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's NBA all-time scoring record.

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Harry Styles wins album of the year and other big moments from the Grammys

There's probably a party over at Harry's house on Sunday night because Harry Styles took home the trophy for album of the year at the Grammy Awards for his 2022 hit album "Harry's House."

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IRS-Certified Klein ISD Students to Offer Free Tax Preparation for Qualifying Taxpayers

Tax Day 2023 is just around the corner, but there is no need to stress! Klein ISD Career and Technical Education (CTE) students from Klein Oak and Klein Cain High School in the Accounting & Financial Services Pathway have been trained and certified as tax preparers through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.*

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Harris County Commissioner Ellis, Houston Mayor Turner, Sheriff Gonzalez to Announce Houston’s Third Gun Buyback Scheduled Later This Month

Commissioners Court Last Year Approved 8 Buyback Events as a Coordinated Effort to Reduce Violent Crime

Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Sheriff Ed Gonzalez will announce that they will host a gun buyback on Feb. 18 at Deussen Park. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner also will attend the news conference.

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Eye drop manufacturer issues recall amid CDC investigation of infections, death

Global Pharma Healthcare is issuing a recall of its Artificial Tears Lubricant Eye Drops that were distributed by EzriCare and Delsam Pharma due to possible contamination, the US Food and Drug Administration said Thursday.

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How many times can you wear pajamas, jeans and other clothes without washing them? Experts weigh in

The number of times it's appropriate to wear clothing items without washing them often seems based more on folklore or a person's upbringing than professional advice.

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The 4-7-8 method that could help you sleep

Falling asleep or coming down from anxiety might never be as easy as 1-2-3, but some experts believe a different set of numbers -- 4-7-8 -- comes much closer to doing the trick.

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Proposed changes to school lunches aim to reduce sugar and sodium, but flavored milk stays

If new US Department of Agriculture school food guidelines stand as proposed, chocolate milk is in, but for the first time ever, at least some added sugars will be out -- and sodium levels will be reduced gradually.

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Homeless community growing at O'Hare International Airport, prompting concerns

The number of Chicago's homeless community seeking shelter at O'Hare International Airport is up.

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METRO President & CEO Announces Plans to Retire

METRO's longest serving President & CEO Tom Lambert has announced plans to retire from the agency at the end of this year. Lambert began serving as president & CEO in 2013.