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Houston Symphony Announces Further Performance Changes Due to Repairs to Jones Hall

The Houston Symphony announced today the cancelation of the second program in the 2017-18 BBVA Compass POPS Series and a date change for the first concert of the 2017-18 Family Series due to ongoing repairs necessary to reopen the hall in the wake of Hurricane Harvey.

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1 dead, several injured as gunshots fired in French city of Strasbourg

At least one person has been killed and 10 others injured after gunshots were fired in the center of the northeastern French city of Strasbourg on

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Nine West Holdings, which owns the Nine West and Anne Klein brands, has filed for bankruptcy.

Ford is recalling about 350,000 trucks for a problem that could cause them to roll even after the driver shifts into park. The automaker says in a statement the issue affects 2018 Ford F-150 and Ford Expedition vehicles with 10-speed automatic transmissions, as well as Ford F-650 and F-750 vehicles with 6-speed automatic transmissions.

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Artists Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald to Paint Portraits of Barack and Michelle Obama for Smithsonian

The National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C. has commissioned Kehinde Wiley and Amy Sherald to paint Barack and Michelle Obama’s portraits, respectively, the Wall Street Journal reports. Both portraits will be unveiled next year when they are added to the museum’s collection.

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Adam Savage is returning with a 'MythBusters' series for kids

One of the original "MythBusters" is returning to TV. Discovery has announced that Adam Savage will host and executive produce "MythBusters Jr." which it describes as "a new series that will give six of the nation's most talented kids a chance to show off their amazing ingenuity and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) skills."

Grounds Tickets for the PGA TOUR Korn Ferry Tour Compliments of Navarre Cadillac

The PGA TOUR Korn Ferry Tour, Lake Charles Championship is taking place Thursday, March 26-Sunday, March 29, at the Country Club at Golden Nugget, 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd. Recently, Ryan Navarre of Billy Navarre Cadillac announced that all grounds tickets, previously $10 per person per day, will be offered on a completely complimentary basis to encourage everyone to enjoy this prestigious event.

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Bill Cosby's sex assault conviction overturned

BBC.com is reporting that US comedian Bill Cosby's sexual assault conviction has been overturned by Pennsylvania's Supreme Court, paving the way for his release. Cosby, 83, has served more than two years of a three to 10-year sentence at a state prison near Philadelphia.

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Congressman Al Green Embarks on Mission of Mercy to Bring DACA Constituent Home

Fort Bend County pet owners needing assistance with providing pet food for their furry friends are invited to stop by a Pet Pantry Event hosted by the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies, staff, and volunteers will distribute free dog and cat food during the drive-thru event slated for Saturday, November 5, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the FBCSO Administrative building, located at 1840 Richmond Parkway in Richmond, Texas 77469.

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Jessie Trice Community Health Systems’ Annie Neasman Inducted Into Huron Hall Of Fame

Honored for dedication and compassion in positively impacting the healthcare industry

Jessie Trice Community Health System (JTCHS) announced Annie Neasman was inducted into the Huron Hall of Fame and recognized as a healthcare industry difference maker. The award was presented by Huron, a global professional services firm, during its 20th annual What’s Right in Health Care® conference in Chicago on August 8-10, 2022. We are thrilled and delighted that our President and CEO is the recipient of this national prestigious honor, says Irene Taylor Wooten, chair of the JTCHS Board.

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FAA issues nationwide ground stop for Southwest Airlines flights due to equipment issues

The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a nationwide ground stop for Southwest Airlines flights, citing "equipment issues."

Illinois State Trooper, Woman Found Shot Dead In Car On Southeast Side

A man who was a trooper with the Illinois State Police and a woman were found shot dead Monday afternoon in a car in the East Side neighborhood.

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Supreme Court guts affirmative action in college admissions

The Supreme Court says colleges and universities can no longer take race into consideration as a specific basis for granting admission, a landmark decision that overturns long-standing precedent that has benefited Black and Latino students in higher education.

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Fort Bend County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management – Fulshear Gaston Rd. Gas Leak Mass Alert Message

On Thursday, July 13, 2023, at 10:58 a.m. a request came into the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch for a request for a reverse 9-1-1 notification. The request was in reference to a ruptured gas main near 25323 Fulshear Gaston Rd. It was relayed via email that Fulshear Fire Department had requested through the on-scene deputy that the reverse 9-1-1 was needed to notify residents north of that area to shelter in place.

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Criminal Justice Advocates Marking 50th Anniversary of Houston’s First Mass Shooting

DA Ogg, Proponents to Honor Red Elementary School Shooting Survivors for Crime Victims Rights Week

District Attorney Kim Ogg will join victims rights advocates in commemorating the loss of life in Houston’s first mass shooting 50 years ago this month and paying homage to survivors of crime and their families.

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Ion’s Second Annual Activation Festival

From May 17-19, Ion will be hosting its second annual Activation Festival and we’d love to extend an invitation for you to join us at an event and meet its speakers.

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4 injured when a fire rescue helicopter crashes in Pompano Beach, Florida

A Broward County, Florida, sheriff’s fire rescue helicopter crashed Monday morning, sending four people to the hospital, including two crew members and two people from an apartment complex where it came down, authorities said.

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Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson launch Maui recovery fund

Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson have launched a recovery fund for the people who lost housing in the Maui wildfires, the pair announced in a video shared on Instagram Thursday.

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Got a job offer but hoping another one comes through? Here's what to do

You've been interviewing with three different companies that all sound promising, and Company A is the first to give you an offer. You're excited, but you are still interested in what Company B and C might have to offer. What do you do?

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6 takeaways from the DNC's first night

Michelle Obama closed the first night of an unprecedented Democratic convention with a powerful, direct-to-camera excoriation of Donald Trump's presidency that could reverberate through the rest of the 2020 campaign.

Analysis: The reality TV President won't miss the next debate, no matter what he says now

If President Trump really does boycott next week's presidential debate, he will be giving up a chance to speak in front of 60 to 70 million people.