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A Tribute to Billy Graham

Overstating the significance of Billy Graham is difficult. Arguably the most important religious leader of the 20th century, Graham presented the gospel to an estimated 215 million people through his many evangelistic campaigns around the world and to hundreds of millions more through radio, television, satellite broadcasts, print, and the internet. The pastor to presidents, Graham served as a spiritual advisor to chief executives from Dwight Eisenhower to George W. Bush. As depicted in an episode of the Netflix miniseries, “The Crown,” Graham also provided spiritual counsel to Queen Elizabeth II of England.

House Republicans move closer to rare move of impeaching DHS Secretary Mayorkas

House Republicans are holding a markup of their impeachment articles against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Tuesday, moving closer to taking the rare step of impeaching a Cabinet official.

Boris Johnson has split from his top scientists on coronavirus

There was a time when Boris Johnson claimed his government was following the science at every step of its plan for dealing with the coronavirus.

Are you heavier or shorter than the average American?

America is struggling with an obesity epidemic, and a new government report says that the population is only getting heavier.

Children's healthiest meals of the day come from school cafeterias

School food is often given a bad rap, but a new study found it can be the healthiest meal children eat in a day.

Everything you need to know about the updated Covid-19 boosters

There's a new kind of Covid-19 shot coming soon to a pharmacy or clinic near you.

Gene that protected humans 5,000 years ago may be linked to debilitating modern disease

Scientists have compiled the largest database of ancient DNA based on the bones and teeth of almost 5,000 humans who lived across Western Europe and parts of Central Asia from 34,000 years ago until medieval times.

Opinion: The real Herschel Walker problem

Why are so many Republicans still supporting Herschel Walker? The answer isn't just hypocrisy or expediency -- it's something much darker and it reveals quite a bit about the true views of too many conservative voters.

Child dies after contracting brain-eating amoeba at a Texas splash pad

A child in North Texas died earlier this month after contracting a rare brain-eating amoeba at a city splash pad, officials announced on Monday.

Statement from Senator Borris L. Miles on Voting Against SB 16 – Critical Race Theory Bill

“SB 16 was portrayed as a critical race theory bill for college campuses. It’s worse. It’s a broad attack on the freedom of speech on college campuses.

UH and TSU to be Early Voting Locations in November 2019 Election

Harris County Clerk Dr. Diane Trautman announced today that the University of Houston and Texas Southern University will serve as Early Voting and Election Day polling locations for the November 5, 2019 General and Special Elections.

Teneshia Hudspeth Becomes First African- American Female Elected To Harris County Clerk

Teneshia Hudspeth makes history as the first African-American woman to be elected Harris County Clerk. Hudspeth received 833,345 votes defeating Republican candidate Stan Stanart in the November 3rd General Election.

First Hispanic woman elected to lead the more than 1 million-member DAV

Utah native Nancy Espinosa was unanimously elected national commander of the more than 1 million-member DAV (Disabled American Veterans) today in Atlantic City, New Jersey, at the organization’s 101st national convention. The service-connected disabled Army veteran is the first Hispanic woman to hold DAV’s highest post.

In Japan, Trump accuses Jussie Smollett of hate crime against his supporters

President Donald Trump took time from his Japan state visit Sunday to slam actor Jussie Smollett for not apologizing to his supporters after his alleged staged attack.

Clinton Talks Gun Legislation Immediately Following Massacre

Former Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton, amid the fallout of the massacre in Las Vegas, turned the political spotlight on a gun bill that's currently making its way through the House.

Rep. White Wants Texas Fathers’ Role Valued in Texas Law

Rep. James White, Houston native and former teacher at Third Ward’s Cullen Middle School, was elected to his fourth term last fall as the only African American to represent Texas’ Piney Woods in the Texas Legislature. Today he's fighting for Texas families with his House Bill 453.

InBloom Autism Services to Create 1,000 Jobs in 12 Months

InBloom Autism Services announced today that they are currently hiring for 80 open positions and will create 1,000 new jobs throughout their 8-state service area over the next 12 months.

300 Homeless Kids Treated to Their First Birthday Party Ever at Main Event on Saturday!

Ultimate entertainment center to host epic birthday parties for hundreds of children living in homeless and transitional facilities; first party set for Nov. 23 in Grapevine

Happy Birthday. It’s two words. Two words often followed by a song ... a big wish ... cheers and hugs from friends. Yet many of the 2.5 million youth currently experiencing homelessness in America will not get to experience these time-honored birthday traditions nor feel the joy of being celebrated on their special day.

If Sparing the Rod Spoils the Child, What Does Getting Them a Helicopter for Prom Do?

To be clear: senior year is a time of grand celebrations for students and their families. The demand now-a-days for seniors to have pristine resumes to be considered for top colleges, scholarships, military programs and/or mentorships is taxing on the entire family. The family’s schedule and budget are often augmented to support its senior’s pursuits of extra-curricular activities, part-time jobs, and interest groups. So, naturally, when it comes time to celebrate the grand finale, families show their pride in their students’ accomplishments and rites of passage by showering them with parties and gifts. Prom is one such rite, with no exception.

U.S. Department of Education Creates National Parents and Families Engagement Council to Help Ensure Recovery Efforts Meet Students’ Needs

Today, the U.S. Department of Education launched the National Parents and Families Engagement Council (the Council) to facilitate strong and effective relationships between schools and parents, families and caregivers. Families’ voices play a critical role in how the nation’s children are recovering from the pandemic.

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