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Houston closes schools Monday as city is under boil water notice

All public schools in Houston were closed Monday after the city issued a boil water notice Sunday evening due to a loss of water pressure at a purification plant, officials said.

Putin arrives in Iran for first trip outside former Soviet Union since his invasion of Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Iran on Tuesday for his first international trip beyond the borders of the former Soviet Union since he launched Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February.

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American and United airlines return to profitability

American and United airlines both reported their first operating profit since the start of the pandemic, as strong demand for air travel and high fares allowed the carriers to overcome rising fuel prices.

From graduation parties to a mall, 10 mass shootings over the weekend leave at least a dozen dead and over 60 injured

They were at places that seemed safe -- but few spaces in America are guaranteed safe anymore.

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Nestlé pulls KitKat, Nesquik and other brands from Russia

Following criticism from Ukraine's president over Nestlé's ties to Russia, the company is halting the sale of more of its brands in the country.

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Joe Gatto is leaving 'Impractical Jokers' for personal reasons

Comedian Joe Gatto has announced that he will be leaving the popular television series "Impractical Jokers" after nine seasons to focus on fatherhood.

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Peloton has a response for the 'Sex and the City' reboot shocker

This article contains spoilers about the first episode of "And Just Like That..." Mr. Big is alive. At least according to Peloton.

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Houston Chef David Cordúa Joins the Stellar Lineup for the 2023 Galveston Island Wine Festival

Moody Gardens is thrilled to announce the participation of esteemed Chef David Cordúa the highly anticipated return of the Galveston Island Wine Festival. This year's festival is being held for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic and promises to be an exceptional culinary and wine experience, showcasing the talents of Chef Cordúa and a lineup of other esteemed Chef Masterminds alongside fine wines, delectable cuisine, and unforgettable experiences at the Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa, & Convention Center & Attractions.

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Final Call To Voters For Houston's Decisive City Elections, Dec. 9th

This Saturday, December 9, 2023, marks a pivotal day for Houston as election polls, open from 7 am to 7 pm, invite voters to conclude the heated run-off elections. The positions up for grabs include the mayoral seats for Houston and Bellaire, the Houston City Controller, and council seats for Houston and Baytown. Up until Monday, an impressive count of over 107,000 Houstonians have already cast their ballots, in-person and by mail.

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Fort Bend County Judge KP George to Celebrate Juneteenth in Historic Kendleton, TX

The city of Kendleton, along with Fort Bend County Judge KP George, Lucille’s 1913 Foundation, and Fort Bend Heritage Unlimited is pleased to announce its highly anticipated annual Juneteenth Celebration, scheduled to take place on June 19, 2023, from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., at Bates Allen Park, 630 Charlie Roberts Lane, Kendleton, TX 77451. The event promises to be a day filled with live entertainment, vendors, historical displays, and a celebration of unity.

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Who is John Durham, the special counsel who investigated the Trump-Russia probe?

John Durham, the special counsel who led the investigation into potential misconduct in the FBI's Trump-Russia probe, has made a career of investigating high-profile public corruption.

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First full trailer for ‘Frasier’ reboot drops – and it’s new city, same Frasier

Almost four decades after he first appeared on television screens, Frasier Crane is back–and he’s basically the same, albeit with a new skyline.

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GM said no layoffs. Now it's asking workers to quit

General Motors said in January it would save $2 billion without planning any layoffs. But on Thursday it said it was looking for workers to leave voluntarily.

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Shazam! Fury of the Gods – only in theaters March 17. #ShazamMovie

From New Line Cinema comes “Shazam! Fury of the Gods,” which continues the story of teenage Billy Batson who, upon reciting the magic word “SHAZAM!,” is transformed into his adult Super Hero alter ego, Shazam.

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James Gunn announces new plans for DC film universe, including 'Superman: Legacy'

James Gunn has delivered on his promise to update DC comics enthusiasts, film nerds and the world at large with his plans for the next phase of the DC Universe.

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How a 14-year-old became part of the animation team behind ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’

Preston Mutanga has found fame as a teen wunderkind whose creativity resulted in the ultimate gig.

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Dartmouth basketball teams vote to join first college athletics union

Members of the Dartmouth College men’s basketball team Tuesday became the first college athletes to vote to join a union.

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41st Freihofer's Saratoga Jazz Festival Announces Lineup for June 23-24

he 2018 Freihofer’s Saratoga Jazz Festival, slated for Saturday, June 23 and Sunday, June 24 at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center, features a roster of artists, ranging from jazz luminaries -- Jon Batiste, Chris Botti, Herbie Hancock, Gregory Porter, Joey Alexander, and gospel and R&B legend Mavis Staples, who will headline this year’s legendary festival -- to emerging artists making their Saratoga debuts such as José James, Lakecia Benjamin and SoulSquad, Scott Sharrard & The Brickyard Band, Jazzmeia Horn and Keyon Harrold. In addition, unique collaborations will take center stage including Saratoga debuts by the TEN Trio, which features Terri Lyne Carrington, Esperanza Spalding and Nicholas Payton; the newly formed all-star trio Mark Whitfield, Ben Allison and Billy Drummond; Alfredo Rodriguez & Pedrito Martinez Duo; and New Orleans @ 300 featuring Evan Christopher, Quiana Lynell, David Torkanowsky, Roland Guerin & Shannon Powell.

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It's like Airbnb but for renting your pool to strangers. Things don't always go as planned

Chris, a homeowner in Des Moines, was surprised when a woman he didn't know recently pulled into his driveway and asked if he could move his vehicles. She believed she had booked his pool for the night after someone had wrongfully listed it on a platform devoted to renting out private swimming pools. Within minutes of her showing up, he said, a few other cars arrived.

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Escaped Ohio Inmate Kills Himself in Parent's Basement, Police Say

A suspected rapist -- who escaped last week during a prison transport in Ohio -- killed himself Monday, marking the end of an interstate manhunt, police said.