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Texas Planned Parenthood Asks Judge to Block Medicaid Funding Cut
The leaders of Texas Planned Parenthood asked a federal judge on Tuesday to block the state's bid to halt Medicaid funding for the healthcare group, which has long been targeted by Republicans for providing abortions.
Lionsgate Launches Spanish-Language Subscription Streaming Service
Pantaya, a partnership with Hemisphere Media, will offer premium content to the U.S. Hispanic market for $5.99 a month. Lionsgate and Hemisphere Media on Tuesday launched a premium Spanish-language subscription VOD service, Pantaya, aimed at the Hispanic movie going audience in the U.S.
Teachers Can Eat For Free At Chipotle Today
It’s teacher appreciation week, and if you know a teacher who loves Chipotle, make sure to share this with them.
Mayor Turner Honors Gymnast with “Simone Biles Day”
Mayor Turner officially declared Tuesday, Nov. 27 as "Simone Biles Day" and presented the gymnast with a proclamation and key to the City of Houston.
Walmart Will No Longer Sell Ammo for Handguns And the AR-15
Walmart announced Tuesday that it will discontinue sales of ammunition designed for handguns and military-style rifles such as the AR-15.
Lawmaker, #MeToo Leader Cristina Garcia Facing More Harassment Allegations
It’s been a quick fall from grace for a state lawmaker who was once a legislative leader in the #MeToo movement since a former staffer accused her of sexual impropriety.
Seeking America’s Next Superstar: Main Event to Host Singing Contest for ‘Houston Idol’
Five winners of local singing competition on Aug. 28 will receive a Silver Ticket to audition for ‘American Idol’ executive producers
Not only is Main Event America’s go-to destination for fun; it’s also helping Houstonians win a chance to become the next American Idol!
Summer is nice, but fall is better — for travel
Sure, an escape to the beach or cooler mountain air or the arctic air-conditioning of a museum comes not a moment too soon when summer really starts to heat up.
The Secret Service Hasn't Yet Recovered Potentially Missing Text From January 6th
The US Secret Service produced an "initial set of documents" to the House select committee investigating the January 6, 2021, insurrection on Tuesday, in response to a subpoena last week that was issued amid reports of potentially missing text messages from the day of the insurrection.
Pianist Denis Kozhukhin Returns to Jones Hall to Begin Recording Project
Russian pianist Denis Kozhukhin will return to the Jones Hall stage for Gershwin & Rachmaninoff at 8 p.m. Jan. 27-28 and 2:30 p.m. Jan. 29. Led by Music Director Andrés Orozco-Estrada, the program will kick off with Gershwin’s An American in Paris, followed by John Adams’ Doctor Atomic Symphony. The evening concludes with Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3, which will be recorded for future commercial release.
Pro Bowl Week Culminates with AFC-NFC Matchup at Camping World Stadium in Orlando on Sunday, January 28
The NFL announced the AFC and NFC All-Stars for the 2018 Pro Bowl, which kicks off at a new start time of 3:00 PM ET on Sunday, January 28, and will be televised live from Camping World Stadium on ESPN and ESPN Deportes and simulcast on ABC.
Concerns Raised Over Transparency as TEA Takes Over HISD: Houston Teachers Union President Speaks Out
The recent appointment of Mike Miles as the superintendent of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) has sparked concerns about transparency and inclusivity. Miles has wasted no time in introducing a series of reforms, including the implementation of a pay-for-performance system and the New Education System (NES) program. While these changes aim to improve instructional quality and address the needs of underperforming schools, there are apprehensions among the Houston Teachers Union (HFT) regarding the lack of transparency in the decision-making process.
Castro to Receive Obiang Nguema Mbasogo Humanitarian Award in Havana
South African Arts International, Ltd, founded in 1994, is proud to announce that the inaugural Obiang Nguema Mbasogo Humanitarian Award will be bestowed to H.E. Raul Castro, President of the Council of the State of Cuba and President of the Ministers of Cuba next week in Havana.
Dear Corporate America, It's Time to Walk the Walk on Sustainability
There's a sea change underway in corporate America. For decades, top executives preached the gospel of Gordon Gekko, proudly declaring "greed is good." They happily outsourced jobs, price gouged customers, and despoiled the environment -- anything to maximize shareholder value.
Panama City Beach: the 18 Best Events to Experience in 2018
With more exciting events planned for 2018 than ever before, Panama City Beach lives up to its reputation as a Real. Fun. Beach. year-round. Offering much more than 27 miles of award-winning beaches, there’s always something for locals and visitors of all ages to see and do at this picturesque coastal community. 2018 will mark the debut of the SandJam Music Festival which will bring a whole new crowd to the beach to experience headline musical acts from the destination’s sugar white, sandy shores. Also, returning for its second year is the award-winning UNwineD festival, bringing some of the South’s best chefs, mixologists and tastemakers to Aaron Bessant Park.
GMC Honors Military Heroes
On April 28, General Motors and the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation will host the 6th annual Honoring our Heroes Gala to benefit the foundation’s Smart Home Program and the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund of Michigan.
Macy's Calls On Customers to Deliver 500,000 Letters in One Week to Push Goal to $2 Million for Annual Believe Campaign Benefitting Make-A-Wish®
Sunday, Nov. 28 through Saturday, Dec. 4, Macy’s will double its donation to Make-A-Wish, donating $2 for every letter sent to Santa online or dropped off at Macy’s stores
Macy’s will celebrate National Believe Week by doubling its donation to Make-A-Wish as part of Macy’s annual Believe letter-writing campaign. From the start of Believe campaign through its final day on Dec. 24, for every letter sent to Santa online at macys.com/believe or dropped off in Macy’s stores, Macy’s will donate $1 to Make-A-Wish, up to $1 million. During National Believe Week, from Sunday, Nov. 28 through Saturday, Dec. 4, Macy’s has pledged $2 for each letter collected (taking the existing $1 million campaign goal to $2 million) to help children fighting critical illnesses’ life-changing wishes come true.
Yvonne Guidry Hosted A Latina Leaders Celebratory Dinner This Past Tuesday
December 5, 2018. Hennessy had big plans for Yvonne this month. On top of her third consecutive celebration of Spoiled Latina Day, Hennessy has tapped Yvonne to present the first Latina Leaders Dinner in Houston honoring 25 women who have made a significant impact in the community. Yvonne will take part in the special toast honoring Hennessy’s special guests.
Cruz and O'Rourke U.S. Senate Town Hall Debate 2018 Has Been Postponed
In light of the confirmation hearing that is currently taking place in Washington D.C., ABC13 and Univision 45 announced today that the Cruz/O’Rourke Town Hall Debate has been postponed.