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Supreme Court Kicks Off Blockbuster Term: Cases to Watch
A full-strength Supreme Court will take the bench Monday for what could be the most consequential term in decades, as the ideologically split justices consider cases as diverse as religious liberty, immigration, cell phone privacy, voting rights and possibly the legality of President Donald Trump's controversial travel ban.
Stephen Paddock: Here's what we know about the Las Vegas shooter
Who was Stephen Paddock, the man police say killed more than 50 people on the Las Vegas Strip?
Trump On Las Vegas Massacre: 'An act of pure evil'
President Donald Trump used a solemn address from the White House on Monday to call for unity in the aftermath of the deadliest mass shooting in modern US history, calling the massacre an "act of pure evil."
Las Vegas Concertgoers: Gunfire 'went on and on and on'
It was the eeriest of timing. The intro guitar riff had ended and country singer Jason Aldean had just stepped to the mic to belt out the first verse of his hit, "When She Says Baby."
50+ Killed in Las Vegas Strip Massacre; Gunman Had 10 Rifles, Police Say
Thousands of country music fans ran for cover as a gunman fired on them from a hotel on the Las Vegas Strip -- a mass shooting that is now the deadliest in modern US history.
Levy Park Conservancy to Host Healthy Bites to Save Lives with Famed Chef and Author Rocco DiSpirito on Oct. 21
Individuals and families encouraged to attend this free festival at Levy Park
The Levy Park Conservancy (LPC) presents Healthy Bites to Save Lives, a festival headlined by award-winning chef, author and lifestyle crusader Rocco DiSpirito and featuring Houston-area celebrities, chefs and experts to “Celebrate All that is Houston” on Oct. 21 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The public is invited to this free event at Levy Park, 3801 Eastside St., which is sponsored by Dr. Mehmet Oz’s HealthCorps.org and will raise funds to assist students in Texas who have been impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
Texas Woman Dies of Flesh-eating Bacteria Caused by Hurricane Harvey
A 77-year-old Houston woman died earlier this month from a flesh-eating bacteria, which she contracted after falling into Harvey floodwaters in her home, authorities said. Nancy Reed, of the Kingwood area of northeast Houston, died on Sept. 15 of flood-related necrotizing fasciitis, more commonly referred to as flesh-eating bacteria, after she fell into contaminated flood water in her home, the Harris County medical examiner's office ruled.
Abbott Refuses to Tap Rainy Day Fund to Help Houston Pay Cost of Harvey
Houston won’t get help from the state’s Rainy Day Fund to recover from Harvey. Governor Greg Abbott shot down a request by Mayor Sylvester Turner to tap the state’s $10 billion emergency reserve.
Donations for Puerto Rico Pour In From Orlando's Hispanic Community
On the eastern side of Orlando, in a heavily Puerto Rican community, donations are pouring in from people worried about family on the Caribbean island ravaged by Hurricane Maria.
New LG Smartphone Keeps Mosquitoes Away
LG hopes its latest smartphone could stop you catching malaria. The LG K7i, launched by the South Korean firm at the India Mobile Congress this week, is embedded with technology that it says will keep mosquitoes away.
Is Coffee Healthy?
Yes, go ahead and grab that cup of joe, or two, or more. Doing so may improve your health and help you live longer, suggests new research.
Houston Immigrant Youth Help DACA Beneficiaries Renew Their Protection From Deportation
United We Dream Scholarships Available for 100-150 Youth to Cover $495 DACA Renewal Fees at Free Events Scheduled for today through Sept. 30.
From today until Sept 30, immigrant youth, advocates, and community volunteers will host FREE events to help immigrant youth and families renew the protection from deportation and work permits made available by the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program (DACA), which Trump ruthlessly killed just weeks ago
Toyota’s State Fair of Texas Exhibit a Place to Watch Football, Take a Swing in the Batting Cages, or Sharpen Your Soccer Skills
All-New Trucks and SUVs Make Their Texas Debut; Focus on Harvey Relief Efforts
Everyone looks forward to the State Fair of Texas for the games, rides, animals and deep-fried foods. Toyota is also inviting attendees to visit its main outdoor stage for live entertainment, including concerts and the broadcasting of numerous professional and college football games on a myriad of TVs.
Houston’s Small Businesses Rebounded Quickly After Harvey – But Those Hardest-Hit Are Still Rebuilding
Harvey’s impact can be felt across Greater Houston – it flooded thousands of homes. But it also damaged and destroyed businesses, and among the hardest hit were small businesses, which make up the vast majority of Houston companies.
We Are a Better Nation Than Trump Understands
When Colin Kaepernick first took a knee during the national anthem last year, he acted alone, a silent protest against a society that repeatedly fails to hold police accountable for the killing of unarmed African-Americans. Kaepernick was condemned and now essentially has been banned from the NFL, with the owners surely colluding to insure that a quarterback of immense talent would not find a place among the dozens of teams desperately in need of one.
5 Things for September 29: Private Jets, Puerto Rico, ISIS, Social Media, Spain
The Packers and the Bears stood and locked arms during the National Anthem before last night's game. Here's what else you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
5 Things We Still Don't Know About the Republican Tax Plan
President Trump and Republican leaders in Congress are finally moving to tax reform. Despite promises to the contrary, they may be hung up on it for a good long while.
Award Winning Marketing Expert, Author & Speaker Velma Trayham to be Honored by Houston Black Heritage Festival on Saturday Sep30 2017 in Houston, Texas
The Black Heritage Festival is the ultimate family friendly festival that commemorates the many contributions and influences African Americans and the African Diaspora have made in society. The festival is presented by Ebony Magazine and will feature award winning marketing expert, author and speaker; Velma Trayham. Velma will be honored by the Houston based Black Heritage Festival on Saturday September 30, 2017 in Texas.
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.
Mayor Asks Governor to Tap 'Rainey Day Fund' for Houston's Recovery
Mayor Sylvester Turner has asked Gov. Greg Abbott to have state government use part of the Texas Economic Stabilization Fund to aid Houston’s flood recovery. The letter can be viewed at: http://houstontx.gov/govtrelations/rainy-day-letter.pdf
