57Event
Story
NFL Foundation Matches Mr. McNair and Houston Texans’ $1 Million Contribution to Hurricane Harvey Disaster Relief Efforts
The NFL Foundation will match Mr. McNair and the Houston Texans' $1 million contribution to the United Way Relief Fund to address the immediate needs of those impacted by Hurricane Harvey. The total $2 million contribution will support first response efforts by the American Red Cross, Salvation Army and the United Way of Greater Houston. Our thoughts are with the Houston community during this difficult time and we encourage fans to text HARVEY to 90999 to donate $10 to American Red Cross Hurricane Harvey relief.
Story
Astros Set 2017 Opening Day Roster
Six players to debut on active Opening Day roster
The Houston Astros have set their 2017 Opening Day roster today, which includes 13 pitchers, 12 position players and two players on the 10-day Disabled List. The announcement was made by Astros General Manager Jeff Luhnow.
Story
National Drug Take-Back Day in Clear Lake
Houston City Council Member Dave Martin is pleased to announce that National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day will take place on Saturday, April 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Houston Police Department's Clear Lake Substation, 2855 Bay Area Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77058.
Story
Adidas Sues ASICS For Infringing On Fitness Tracking Patents
Another day another footwear company allegedly stealing ideas from a competitor, as adidas and adidas America have filed a federal lawsuit against ASICS America, claiming that the company has infringed on 10 fitness tracking patents.
Story
Holiday at The Park Brings the Best of the Season to The Strip Nov. 29
Twinkling lights, festive refrains from strolling carolers and the rich smell of hot cocoa will fill the air as Holiday at The Park returns Thursday, Nov. 29.
Story
Houston Avenue Causes Traffic Headaches for Drivers
Drivers had to maneuver a new way to work after an 18-wheeler hit the bridge causing damage that knocked down a steel beam. This caused a ripple effect of others drivers hitting the hanging beam causing damage to their cabs.
Story
City, DEA to Partner Again on Oct. 28 for Drug ‘Take Back’ Day
The City will again partner with the Drug Enforcement Administration to accept unwanted medication free of charge at a National Drug “Take Back” event, providing residents the opportunity to safely dispose of their expired, unused or unwanted prescription drugs. Residents may drop off their unwanted medication on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Missouri City Police Department, 3849 Cartwright Rd.
Story
Congressman Al Green Distributes Masks to Two Local Nursing Homes
On Wednesday, June 10, 2020, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
Story
Congressman Al Green Distributes Masks to Two Local Nursing Homes
On Wednesday, June 10, 2020, Congressman Al Green released the following statement:
Story
Mexico to Raise Minimum Wage...to $4.70 a Day
Nearly 25 million Mexicans are getting a pay raise. From $4.25 to $4.70 -- a day. Mexican government and business leaders agreed to raise the country's minimum wage starting on December 1 to 88.36 pesos from 80.04 pesos. The 10% raise is good news for 24.7 million Mexicans who work either one or two minimum wage jobs.
Story
Houston Community College Named Finalist for Prestigious Lumina Foundation Grant
Houston Community College (HCC) has been named one of 10 national finalists to receive a $1 million grant from the Lumina Foundation of Indianapolis, IN.
Story
Crawfish Lovers can Score 3 lbs. of Crawfish for $25 Wednesday for National Crawfish Day at The Locker Room
National Crawfish Day Celebration at The Locker Room Sports Bar & Grill
Story
Texas Primary Election Results
President Candidate J. Biden (D) 34% B. Sanders (D) 30% M. Bloomberg (D) 15% D. Trump (R) 94%
Story
Buffalo shooting victims: 'Hero' guard and a teacher who was a 'pillar of the community' are among 10 killed
A retired police lieutenant. A substitute teacher who was a "pillar of the community." A beloved grandmother of six. A dedicated community activist.
Story
What we know about the Covid-19 variant first found in India
A coronavirus variant first detected in India in February has now gone global, spreading to dozens of countries and raising fears that the strain will overwhelm health care systems, reverse reopening plans and even potentially undermine the rollout of vaccines.
Story
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Performs Works from Internationally Acclaimed to DBDT Cultivated Choreographers
In-person + Live Streaming + On-Demand
Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT) celebrates its 46th anniversary with works by internationally acclaimed choreographers and a DBDT-grown artist. The Director’s Choice series features the classic works of Elisa Monte, Darrell Grand Moultrie, Tommie-Waheed Evans, and a world premiere by Dallas native My’Kal Stromile.
Story
Jury finds Donald Trump sexually abused E. Jean Carroll in civil case, awards her $5 million
A Manhattan federal jury found that Donald Trump sexually abused E. Jean Carroll in a luxury department store dressing room in the spring of 1996 and awarded her $5 million for battery and defamation.
Story
The man behind ChatGPT is about to have his moment on Capitol Hill
For a few months in 2017, there were rumors that Sam Altman was planning to run for governor of California. Instead, he kept his day job as one of Silicon Valley's most influential investors and entrepreneurs.
