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Disney Titles and Talent Front and Center at 2022 EssenceFest in New Orleans

Moses Ingram (“Obi Wan-Kenobi”), Justin Simien and Surprise Guest Tiffany Haddish (“Haunted Mansion”), Keke Palmer (“Lightyear”) and Cast and Director of Disney+’s “Rise” Among Stellar In-Person Lineup with Taped Greetings from Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson (“Thor: Love and Thunder”) and Zoe Saldaña (“Avatar: The Way of Water”)

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Fort Bend County Officials Advise Resident on Safety and Keeping Cool During Extreme Heat

Announces Cooling Centers and Summer Safety Tips

Fort Bend County Judge KP George led a summer safety press conference earlier today to address the rising temperatures and provide valuable resources and tips for the residents of Fort Bend County. County officials urged residents to take the necessary precautions to combat the heat during summer in anticipation of the heat index exceeding 100 ° F.

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Houston First to Open Lynn Wyatt Square for the Performing Arts

Reimagined Downtown Green Space to Transform Houston’s Theater District

Houston First Corporation (HFC) is celebrating the long-awaited Lynn Wyatt Square for the Performing Arts (LWS) at a grand opening event, Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. Participants at the celebration will include Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, philanthropist Lynn Wyatt, HFC Chairman David Mincberg, and HFC President and CEO Michael Heckman, along with other public officials and leaders from Houston’s performing arts and business community as well as project architects and designers.

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Women in Jazz Association, Inc. Showcases Austin’s Female Musicianship

Friday, March 24, 2023 @ 7:00 pm, door open at 6:30 Monks Jazz Club, 501 Pedernales St Suite 2E, Austin, TX 78702

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Love is in the Air: Valentine's Day at Hotels Across the State

Where to Celebrate Valentine's Day

Some Valentine’s Day programming from across the state, from Houston to Fort Worth and more.

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Roth IRA or 401(k): New retirement law increases tax-free savings options

Secure 2.0, the new retirement rules that lawmakers passed in late December, includes several provisions that will make the tax-free savings vehicle known as a Roth more accessible and flexible. And, in one instance, it will mandate that some higher-income earners put a portion of their 401(k) savings in a Roth account.

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Next Weekend at Discovery Green

Houston, get ready to enjoy a list of fun activities that your whole family can continue to enjoy during the month of September!

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What’s more important as you age — stretching, balance work or strength training?

People often bemoan gray hair and wrinkled skin as some of the most unpleasant side effects of aging. It may be discouraging to watch your youthful visage slip away, but the status of your strength, balance and flexibility is of much greater concern. Significant declines in these areas can lead to pain, falls and fractures, and an overall loss of mobility and functionality. Think about the inability to play with the grandkids, climb stairs or carry groceries.

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Fort Bend County Prepares Residents for Freezing Temperature

Today, in preparation for an impending hard freeze, Fort Bend County Judge KP George, in collaboration with emergency response department leaders and community partner Attack Poverty, held a press conference.

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What you should know to reduce the risk of prostate cancer

Prostate cancer remains a significant concern in my practice, which is why I emphasize the importance of early detection. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be nearly 300,000 new cases of prostate cancer and about 35,000 deaths in 2024.

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Houston Sickle Cell Symposium Hosted By Sickle Cell Association of Houston

Ensuring Access to Gene Therapy & SCD Treatments in Texas

Mark your calendar and join the Sickle Cell Association of Houston for the Houston Sickle Cell Symposium at The Health Museum on April 20th located at 1515 Hermann Drive at 9am. This educational day will delve into gene therapy, understanding what it is, what does the process look like, and how can patients afford it in addition to bringing to the forefront other cutting-edge treatments for sickle cell disease. Don't miss this opportunity!

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Trump Travel Ban Challenge In Appeals Court Monday

The 4th Circuit Court of Appeals will hear the challenge to a Maryland judge's decision to freeze the revised ban

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Rethinking Antibiotic Use in Early Pregnancy: Some Linked to Miscarriage

When used in early pregnancy, many classes of common antibiotics are associated with an increased risk of miscarriage, according to a study published Monday in the Canadian Medical Association Journal.

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Cuban-Americans React to End of 'wet foot, dry foot' Policy

Laura Vianelo remembers the stories of young Cuban migrants who "threw themselves at the sea," only to die in a desperate attempt to set foot on American soil.

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Golden Globes 2017: 'La La Land' Breaks Record

"La La Land" swept Sunday's 74th Golden Globe Awards and set a record. The musical film -- starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling -- won all seven of the awards for which it received nominations including best motion picture - musical or comedy, best director, best screenplay, best score and acting awards for its stars.

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Prosecutor Refers Allegations Against Alabama Governor to AG

With efforts to impeach Gov. Robert Bentley under way Monday, a local prosecutor referred the possibility of criminal charges -- recommended by the state Ethics Commission -- to Alabama's acting attorney general in the investigation.

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Trump Complicit in Whitmer Kidnap Plot

Political rhetoric can incite. Incendiary posturing can trigger those who carry matches. We've now seen this play out dramatically in Michigan. Last week, six men, members of a right-wing militia group calling themselves the Wolverine Watchmen, were arrested and charged with plotting to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan before the November elections. Seven others were charged under Michigan's anti-terrorism law for allegedly seeking to recruit an army of 200 to storm the Michigan Capitol and ignite a "civil war."

The Republican Party just took another step toward a dangerous conspiracy theory

On Wednesday morning, the President of the United States tweeted congratulations to a Republican candidate who won a congressional runoff in Georgia on Tuesday.

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Chris Froome: Tour de France Champion Failed a Drug Test

The world's best cyclist Chris Froome has asthma -- and he recently failed a drugs test in one of the sport's most prestigious races because of the condition.

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The Kentucky Derby: five reasons why you shouldn't miss it

It's often referred to as "The most exciting two minutes in sports." So what makes the Kentucky Derby so special?