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Fani Taifa Willis – The Vanguard of Justice in the Era of RICO and Trump

In a media landscape frequently marred by misinformation, Fani Taifa Willis stands as a formidable pillar of justice and ethical governance. Embodied in her name, which translates to “prosperous people” in Swahili, Willis has earned a reputation for her unparalleled legal acumen. Particularly noteworthy is her expertise in applying the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, commonly known as the RICO Act, across a range of complex cases.

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Oprah Winfrey Becoming a Contributor to CBS' '60 Minutes'

Oprah Winfrey will contribute several stories to the coming season of "60 Minutes," CBS announced Tuesday.

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May Day protesters demand better rights for workers

Demonstrators across the globe took to the streets on Tuesday to demand better working conditions, as part of rallies marking International Workers' Day.

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Houston City Council Votes to Extend the Emergency Health Declaration Related to COVID-19 Indefinitely

In a special called meeting Tuesday morning, Mayor Sylvester Turner and Houston City Council members voted to indefinitely extend the proclamation of a local state of disaster due to a public health disaster for the City of Houston.

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UK’s Red Priest Opens Houston Early Music 50th Anniversary Season

Houston Early Music opens its Golden Anniversary season on Tuesday, Nov. 6, with Red Priest’s The Baroque Bohemians: Gypsy Fever from Campfire to Court.

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HISD trustees to continue hearing the voices of the community on district’s board goals

The Houston Independent School District Board of Education is hosting several districtwide community meetings to discuss the district’s board goals.

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3 US service members killed in Afghanistan

Three US service members were killed by an improvised explosive device near Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan on Monday, according to the US military. Three other US service members and a contractor were wounded.

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2 men accused of using chemical on officer Brian Sicknick at the Capitol riot to stay in jail, judge rules

Two men accused of spraying police with chemical spray, including on Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick, in the Capitol riot will stay in jail as they await trial, a federal judge ruled on Tuesday.

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Teacher under fire after 11-hour meeting for alleged use of racial slurs in class

The Harrisonville School District’s Board of Education adjourned early Tuesday morning after an 11-hour hearing.

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Depository & Recycling Centers’ Change Hours Of Operations In Beginning Of Daylight Savings Time

Effective Tuesday, March 14, 2023, the City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department Neighborhood Depositories hours of operations will change at its six (6) Neighborhood Depositories & Recycling Centers to adjust with Daylight Savings Time. The locations listed below will be open Tuesday through Sunday, except city-approved holidays; from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Citizens are encouraged to arrive at least 30 minutes before closing to allow adequate time to unload.

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Meta’s Threads app rolls out first big batch of updates

Meta’s Twitter rival app Threads on Tuesday rolled out its first major batch of updates since its launch two weeks ago as it works to maintain momentum.

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Tragedy Strikes Austin, Texas Hospital: Driver Fatally Crashes Into ER, Leaving Five Injured

A driver died and at least five people were hurt as a vehicle crashed Tuesday evening into an Austin, Texas, medical center emergency room, the facility’s chief medical officer said.