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Tennessee task force recovers 150 missing children

A total of 150 missing children ranging in age from 3 to 17 were recovered in January and February during a joint law enforcement operation, authorities in Tennessee said Wednesday.

NHMC Mourns Murdered Niños and Teachers After Tragedy Strikes Again in Texas

For Our Children’s Safety Congress Needs to Hear from You Today!

There are no words to describe the heartbreak NHMC feels as we begin to mourn alongside the Uvalde community for the 21 innocent lives lost, the majority of which were Brown children, in yesterday’s senseless and preventable shooting in the predominantly Latino American town in Texas. We cannot continue on with business as usual - or become numb to the fact - that our niños are being murdered, and our government does nothing to stop or prevent it.

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Russia is about to shut off some of Germany's gas

Russia is about to shut off its natural gas supplies to Shell's German customers.

New Discoveries in Lupus Research

University of Houston Expert Identifies Biomarkers for Heart Disease and for Children with Lupus Nephritis

Two separate findings by a University of Houston nationally recognized expert in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus), a chronic autoimmune disease that affects multiple organs including the kidneys, skin, joints and heart, are being reported in scientific and medical journals.

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Deshaun Watson to start Cleveland Browns' preseason opener despite facing suspension for sexual misconduct allegations

Cleveland Browns fans will get their first opportunity to see Deshaun Watson in game action on Friday after it was announced he would be starting their preseason opener, despite facing a suspension for sexual misconduct allegations.

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Visit Lake Charles’ TikTok Goes Viral Promoting Ms. Johnnie’s Gingerbread House

All in a day’s work, Shalisa Roland, public relations director for Visit Lake Charles (VLC), received a media inquiry about Ms. Jonnie’s Gingerbread House, 720 Alamo St., and needed to provide updated images. Kathryn Shea Duncan, social media director for VLC joined forces with Roland to capture new images and social media content including a TikTok that is currently creating an Internet sensation for local business owner, Kevin Ames.

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Tenant fears eviction months after applying for relief funds

A Baltimore County tenant who owes thousands in back rent said her landlord has been great in helping her get assistance, but she remains fearful she could get evicted -- and both want answers.

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Tesla raises price of feature it calls 'full self-driving' to $15,000

Tesla is raising the price of its controversial driver-assist feature it calls "full self-driving" to $15,000.

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Closing arguments underway in Vanessa Bryant's lawsuit against L.A. County over crash scene photos

Closing arguments are underway Tuesday in Vanessa Bryant's civil rights lawsuit against Los Angeles County that is centered on the photos taken by first responders of the helicopter crash site that killed her husband, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, and daughter Gianna, along with seven others.

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First Annual President’s Youth Awards Hosted by Air Force Veteran Dr. Sonia White and Dr. Mya Smith-Edmonds Sold Out with Several Influential Guests in Attendance

"Outstanding youth recognized in three (3) categories for their community service, character, and making the world a better place. "

On July 31, 2022, Dr. Sonia White and Dr. Mya Smith-Edmonds, hosted the Inaugural 1st Presidential Youth Awards, presented by Ameri Corps. During the ceremony, an array of amazing youth were recognized for their overall character, integrity and willingness to make the world a better place. The categories for honorees included: kids, teens and young adults. The esteemed keynote speaker, founder of Sienna Sauce and featured on Shark Tank (secured a deal), Tyla- Symone Crayton, delivered an uplifting, powerful and motivating speech that had the audience, beyond inspired.

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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene again targeted in 'swatting' incident, police say

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene was again the target of a "swatting" police call early Thursday morning, police said.

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Student Debt Relief Means Freedom for Millions

Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.” I love that sentiment. I also know that when student loan debt is tying you down, changing the world can feel out of reach.

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Biden administration picks former Chicago, DC transportation leader to head EV charging program

Gabe Klein, who has led transportation departments in Washington, DC and Chicago, will head the Biden administration's $7.5 billion program to build out the country's electric vehicle charging network.

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Houston-African Energy Summit Gains Momentum

Mayor Turner Announces 18 African Nations Will Be Represented During Two-Days Of Meetings And Plenary Sessions

“Houston is a welcoming city, embracing all cultures, ethnicities and nationalities. We are a world-class international city, striving towards an ever more global future.” — Sylvester Turner, Mayor of the City of Houston

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'No sense of American foreign policy': Biden says he's concerned for future of US aid to Ukraine if GOP wins the House

President Joe Biden on Thursday seized on recent comments from House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy calling into question future Ukraine aid, framing the position as undermining the US role -- and leadership -- in an increasingly volatile world.

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Nearly six million ballots have been cast in pre-election voting

More than 5.8 million ballots have been cast across 39 states in the 2022 midterm elections, according to data from election officials, Edison Research and Catalist.

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First on CNN: New Senate bill would strengthen oversight in wake of missing Secret Service texts

A top Senate Democrat is proposing new legislation in response to missing Secret Service text messages that would make it more difficult for the agency to deny records to the inspector general and require additional briefings to Congress.

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Record rainfall kills at least 8 in Seoul as water floods buildings, submerges cars

At least eight people were killed in Seoul on Monday after record downpours flooded homes, roads and subway stations in the South Korean capital, cutting power and forcing hundreds to evacuate, according to authorities.

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Autopsy commissioned by family of Brianna Grier says her cause of death is consistent with severe blunt force trauma

Weeks after a Georgia woman fell from a police car while in police custody and later died, an autopsy commissioned by her family says her cause of death is consistent with severe blunt force trauma.

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Buffalo grocery store mass shooter pleads guilty to murder and terrorism charges

The man accused of killing 10 people and injuring more than a dozen at a grocery store in a predominantly Black neighborhood of Buffalo, New York, pleaded guilty Monday to state charges of murder, domestic terrorism, and attempted murder as a hate crime.