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Back To Her Roots...Loni Love Quarantine Talent Show Attracts Over 20,000 Viewers with Guest Judge Jonathan McReynolds

In 2003, Loni Love competed as a finalist on "Star Search" an opportunity that brought major attention to her comedic chops as a stand-up talent. This past weekend, Love went back to her roots and garnered over 20,000 viewers who tuned in for the first-ever Loni Love Quarantine Talent Show.

A California city could be one of the first to remove police from traffic stops

Berkeley, California, may become one of the first cities in the US to remove police from traffic stops. It's an effort to reduce racial profiling in policing, city officials say.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston provides guidance for emotional health of children and teens during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

The physical and emotional well-being of children and teens involved with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH) is of paramount importance. The nonprofit continues to serve as a community resource to provide guidance for parents and children who may be struggling with a higher degree of stress during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which can affect a person’s emotional and mental health.

Harris County Commissioner Court Approves Commissioner Rodney Ellis’ Eight Criminal Justice Reform Measures

Items Include Three Budget Reallocation Measures, Independent Oversight Board and Expansion of Public Defender Office to Help End the Mass Incarceration of Communities of Color

Targeting of Journalists by Police Threatens Freedom of the Press in America

Shot with rubber bullets, targeted with stun grenades, tear gassed, physically attacked, pepper sprayed and arrested. Cleveland even tried to ban the press from the city. This is journalism in America right now as reporters cover the unrest across the country following the murder of George Floyd. As journalists risk their safety and health to inform us all on the truth of what is going on in America’s cities, they are simultaneously being deliberately targeted by police.

USDA’s Tips for a Food Safe July 4th

Many Americans will be celebrating the Fourth of July outdoors this year, with celebrations including barbecues, picnics and fireworks. No matter how you’re celebrating the Fourth of July, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) encourages you to make food safety a part of the celebrations.

"Southwest Sunrise" by Nikki Grimes, illustrated by Wendell Minor

You don't wanna. Your favorite toys are in a box and you don't wanna leave them there. All your games, your stuffies, your outside toys, packed away. You said goodbye to your friends and teachers because your family is moving and you don't wanna. But as in the new book "Southwest Sunrise" by Nikki Grimes, illustrated by Wendell Minor, just wait. When you get there, you might see things in a different color.

Master Herbalist and Herbal Tea Connoisseur Launches the ZabicoLife Brand and Transforms the Luxury Herbal Tea Experience

Gladstone St. Auburn Etienne said his lifelong love and knowledge of herbs, herbalism, natural eating, and healthy living inspired him to launch his tea company ZABICOLife, a curious brand identity that stems from the French Creole word for apricot. He said the premier brand of luxury tisanes (herbal teas) is taking off nationally and fulfilling its mission to provide sublime enjoyment and foster vibrant health.

Top US general: 'No specific direction' received after Trump-Putin summit

The top US general in the Middle East told reporters that he has received "no specific direction" in the wake of Monday's meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, despite Russia's claims that agreements had been reached with regard to military cooperation.

Want better business? Invest in public transit

Earlier this year, an Amazon executive called officials in Detroit to explain why the city had fallen out of contention for the retail giant's new headquarters.

'The Darkest Minds' unleashes more teens with powers, problems

"The Hunger Games" stoked a hunger for young-adult fiction that has birthed plenty of wannabes, few of which have felt more generic and derivative than "The Darkest Minds." Kicking off a planned trilogy, the film is earnest and features a promising star in Amandla Stenberg, but lands too close to Disney Channel territory to foster much anticipation for subsequent chapters.

Texas Tech Graduate Named Inaugural Cargill Endowed Professor in Meat Science

Dale R. Woerner, who earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Texas Tech, will begin the new position in meat science sustainability this fall.

Texas Tech University’s continued partnership with Cargill, one of the nation’s leaders in developing and providing food and agricultural products for the public, has resulted in a new position in the College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources (CASNR).

Texans Training Camp: Day 12

The Houston Texans were back on the practice field as they prepare for their second preseason game against the Detroit Lions this Saturday at NRG Stadium. Here are just a couple of things I observed at Texans training camp day 12.

Advocacy Organizations Urge Texas Counties to Implement Secure Voting Machines

The American Civil Liberties Union of Texas, Protect Democracy, the ACLU Voting Rights Project, and Public Citizen today sent letters to 29 Texas counties urging the adoption of secure, paper-based voting machines ahead of the 2020 elections. The identified counties currently use paperless machines, which the groups argue present significant risk to election security.

Fuel Your Morning with Protein-Packed Recipes

As you prepare to take on the day, one of the most beneficial ways to energize yourself each morning is by fueling your body with the proper nutrients, including protein.

Astros Sign 2019 First-Round Draft Pick Korey Lee

The Houston Astros have signed 2019 first-round MLB Draft selection C Korey Lee today. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The announcement was made by President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Jeff Luhnow.

Feds search locations tied to Baltimore's mayor in connection with book scandal

Federal authorities on Thursday executed search warrants at the home and several locations tied to Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh as part of an investigation into whether she improperly profited from a no-bid book deal steered to a Maryland medical system while she served on its board.

“Black is the Body: Stories From My Grandmother’s Time, My Mother’s Time, and Mine” by Emily Bernard

Your mother dealt with things you can’t imagine. It was a different time when she was your age, with societal issues you’d never tolerate and rules you wouldn’t abide. Same with your grandma: scrapbooks, history books and museums are the only places you’ll see what she lived. So what will your children know?

Trump is removing US Secret Service director

United States Secret Service director Randolph "Tex" Alles is being removed from his position, multiple administration officials tell CNN.

ExxonMobil to Pay Civil Penalty and Take Remedial Measures to Resolve Clean Air Act Violations Stemming from Deadly Fire at Texas Refinery

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Justice announced a settlement with ExxonMobil Oil Corporation (ExxonMobil) today to resolve federal Clean Air Act claims arising from a 2013 fire at the company’s oil refinery in Beaumont, Texas that killed two employees and injured ten others. In a complaint filed today with the settlement, the United States alleges that the company violated Section 112(r) of the Clean Air Act, which requires measures to prevent accidental releases of extremely hazardous substances that can have serious public health and environmental consequences.

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