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US cancer death rate falls 33% since 1991, partly due to advances in treatment, early detection and less smoking, report says

The rate of people dying from cancer in the United States has continuously declined over the past three decades, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society.

Black doctor debunks COVID-19 myths on TikTok to reach Black Ameri¬cans

A growing number of Black doctors are using social media to reach vaccine-wary members of their communities. Dr. Kristamarie Collman, a family medicine physician in Orlando, is one of them.

Investigation Into Fatal Shooting At 3341 Winbern Street

Houston police are investigating the fatal shooting of one man and the wounding of another at 3341 Winbern Street about 7:15 p.m. on Monday (Jan. 9).

New Alief-David M. Henington Regional Library Grand Opening

Please join Mayor Sylvester Turner, city council members, and other dignitaries and community members for the Grand Opening and Open House at its new location in the Alief Neighborhood Center, located at 11903 Bellaire Boulevard, Houston, TX 77072, on Saturday, January 14, 11:00am – 2:00 pm.

Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Awards $30,000 to Digitally Innovative Arts and Cultural Works

Today, the City of Houston Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) announced that it is awarding $30,000 in grants to 12 individuals and nonprofit organizations who’ve imagined their work in the digital realm utilizing streaming services, virtual reality, and digital curation to deliver manifested live concerts, theatre performances, and literary concepts; all in online-only platforms.

Nebraska Gov. Pillen appoints Pete Ricketts to Sasse's Senate seat

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen on Thursday said he is appointing former Gov. Pete Ricketts to fill the Senate seat left vacant by Republican Ben Sasse's resignation.

Mattel launches new Barbie doll for preschoolers

Mattel is giving preschoolers a new age-appropriate Barbie doll that it says is better suited for their needs.

First on CNN: US Navy veteran released from Russian custody

An American Navy veteran who has been detained in Russia for nearly a year was released from Russian custody on Thursday, his family's spokesperson told CNN, after months of negotiations spearheaded by former New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson.

White House confirms Biden aides located Obama-era classified documents at two locations in Wilmington home

President Joe Biden's aides located documents with classified markings at two locations inside his home in Wilmington, Delaware, the White House counsel's office said in a statement Thursday.

Houston Public Library is a 'Fine Free' System for Cardholders

With the support of Mayor Sylvester Turner and approval by Houston City Council, Houston Public Library (HPL) will no longer charge late fines on overdue books and other borrowed items. This change is effective January 11, 2023. By eliminating late fines, HPL joins other public library systems across North America in lowering financial barriers to library access and creating more equitable services for all users.

Scout's Honor: Black Boy Scouts in Houston, 1940s - 1970s

Founded in 1910, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) emerged when the country was transforming from an agrarian society of farmers to an industrialized nation of factory and office workers. The BSA’s goal was to teach boys “patriotism, courage, self-reliance, and kindred virtues,” as well as outdoor skills, values that critics thought were lost as families moved to cities.

Gregory School Receives Official Texas Historical Marker

The Houston Public Library celebrated the unveiling of an Official Texas Historical Marker from the Texas Historical Commission for the Gregory School building at the African American History Research Center (AAHRC). The dedication ceremony took place amongst the exhibits inside and culminated outside at the marker's permanent location, at the corner of Wilson and Victor streets in Freedmen's Town/Fourth Ward.

The Houston AutoBoative Show Combines the Best of Vehicles and Boats for One 5-day Event!

The Houston AutoBoative Show returns to NRG Center January 25-29, 2023 bringing together the best of two shows, the 67th Houston Boat Show and the 40th year of the Houston Auto Show, presented by Evolve Houston.

27th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration

Celebrate the power of dreams with peace march, musical performances and “I Have a Dream” speech “Caryakid Award” to honor Dr. Polly Sparks Turner

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. dreamed for us to live in a world where we would “not be judged by the color of our skin, but by the content of our character.” Join Children’s Museum Houston in honoring civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and his legacy during our 27th annual celebration.

Texas Southern University’s Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs Offering Free Mini-Courses to Community

The Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs (BJ-ML SOPA) at Texas Southern University will begin offering “mini-courses,” as part of its community engagement initiative. The first course begins on Saturday, January 7.

45th MLK Jr. Parade, Festival, & Weekend Celebrations Mayor Sylvester Turner Chosen as 2023 Grand Marshal “Climbing the Mountain to a Better Future”

The Black Heritage Society, in partnership with the City of Houston, is having its 45th Annual Original MLK Jr. Day Parade & Festival on Monday, January 16, 2023, beginning at 10 a.m. The 45th MLK Jr. Parade is free to the public and is held downtown starting on Lamar @ Smith Street. The MLK 2023 theme is “Climbing the Mountain to a Better Future.”

Planning a Balanced, Plant-Based Diet for Kids

Caregivers who follow a vegetarian, vegan or other plant-based diet may wonder whether it’s wise for their children to follow the same eating plan.

The Lunatics Truly Have Taken Over the Asylum

The zany fight among congressional Republicans over electing their own leader as Speaker of the House dramatized the nuttiness of their extreme right. What's more worrisome for the country, however, is just how off the wall the Republican majority is as a body.

Leading Houston Organizations Launched Movement to Promote Health

Texas Heart Institute (THI) and Fit Houston announced a partnership to promote #WALK30, a new health campaign that combines Texas Heart Institute’s industry-leading research, thought leadership, education, and patient care with Fit Houston’s strategy for a community wellness movement across Houston’s neighborhoods. The movement launched with the community fit walk #WALK30 on Saturday, January 7th, 2023 at Arthur Storey Park.

COVID-19 numbers increase in Houston region as vaccine immunity wanes, fatigue in precautions

Health officials have pointed to waning vaccine immunity throughout Harris County as a reason for the surge.

The number of COVID-19 patients in Harris County hospitals continues to increase since the holidays.

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Celebrate the power of dreams with peace march, musical performances and “I Have a Dream” speech “Caryakid Award” to honor Dr. Polly Sparks Turner

Health officials have pointed to waning vaccine immunity throughout Harris County as a reason for the surge.