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'Snowfall' Wades Into Early Days of Crack Cocaine

The dirty business of drugs is a crowded neighborhood on television these days. Yet "Snowfall" carves out its own turf, delivering a potent cocktail garnished with elements of "The Wire," "Traffic" and "Narcos," as the early days of crack cocaine unfold from multiple perspectives.

Police Kill Gunman Trying to Steal Helicopter at Oregon Airport

Police in Oregon fatally shot a man who attempted to steal a helicopter from a private air hangar at an airport near Portland, authorities said Monday.

Texas Native Crowned National Pageant Titleholder

Jayda Dodd is the new Miss Black American Princess 2018

A Texas native is being thrust to a higher platform as the newly crowned Miss Black American Princess 2018. Nine-year-old Jayda Dodd’s new role was officially announced via social media by Founder and National Director of the Miss Black America Coed Pageant Candace Cooper. Jayda’s reign is effective as of July 1, 2017.

5 Things for Wednesday, July 5: North Korea, G20, Voter Rolls, Reddit, UK Baby

Welcome back! We're sure you're bright-eyed and bushy-tailed and ready for the rest of the week. Here's what you need to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

Beyond the Rhetoric: When the Obama White House attacked the NBCC -Part 2

Yes, it was quite a victory for business organizations. We stopped the Cap and Trade Bill dead in it tracks. This would be the start of a pro-business movement knocking down the majority of President Obama’s Environmental and Regulatory Platforms. His view of an economic agenda for the Black middle class was expanding welfare and Medicaid – even free phones. Ours was to solidify our economic infrastructure and, therefore, create growth in business development and attractive jobs.

Council Member Dave Martin's District E Newsletter - July 2017

As we head further into summer, my City Council colleagues and I continue to fight for district projects in the City of Houston's Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Since being sworn into office, I continue to see, year after year, the amount of tax dollars for CIP projects allocated inequitably across the 11 council districts. This year's proposed plan, which was given to city council members late last week, shows a total of 7% of all CIP dollars going towards District E, doubling the amount of CIP dollars we received last year. Last year District E only received 3% of the total CIP dollars distributed among Council Districts.

Chris Christie's Sunbathing Pics Clinch It: He's Stopped Caring

On Friday, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie ordered beaches across the Garden State closed -- a reaction to the ongoing budget impasse in the state's legislature.

Poll: Majority of Americans Say Civility Has Declined Since Trump Elected

The majority of Americans -- seven in 10 -- say the level of civility in Washington has declined since Donald Trump was elected President of the United States, a new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll finds.

Five Astros Named to American League All-Star Team

Altuve, Correa, Springer elected as starters while Keuchel and McCullers Jr. get in via player vote

Major League Baseball announced tonight that second baseman Jose Altuve, shortstop Carlos Correa, outfielder George Springer, left-handed pitcher Dallas Keuchel and right-handed pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. have been named to the 2017 American League All-Star Team. Altuve, Correa and Springer were elected to start the game via the fan vote at second base, shortstop and in the outfield, respectively. Keuchel and McCullers Jr. were named to the game via a combination of the Player Ballot and Major League Baseball’s Office of the Commissioner.

Suspect in Student's Kidnapping Linked to Abduction Fantasy Web Page, FBI Says

Before Brendt Christensen allegedly kidnapped Yingying Zhang, he may have visited an online forum called "Abduction 101," with threads called "Perfect abduction fantasy" and "planning a kidnapping," an FBI agent said.

Amtrak Train Derails Near Chambers Bay Golf Course in Washington

An Amtrak train derailed in Washington state near a well-known golf course on Sunday.

5 Things for Monday, July 3: Trump Tweets, Health Care, An Attack in Iraq

Have a great 4th! Five Things is off tomorrow, but when we get back, the world will be waiting for the Trump-Putin meeting at the G20 summit in Germany. Until then, here are the 5 things you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.

Las Terrazas Resort in Belize; The Resort That Has Everything

Located 3.5 miles north of San Pedro, tucked away in the small country of Belize is a secret treasure called the Las Terrazas Resort. With its white sand beaches that go on for miles and tall palm trees swaying in the wind, it is one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited on earth and one of the most tranquil. Hard to believe it is just two and a half hours away from the states. In order to get to Las Terrazas, I had to land at the main airport in Belize City, take another plane to a small island and board a boat to get to my final destination of paradise.

Good Eats with Grapes

Make a heart-healthy menu with flavorful fruit

Heart-healthy foods can play a role in healthy aging. Whether you enjoy them by the handful as a refreshing snack or use them to add color, crunch and a touch of sweetness to a meal, grapes are a heart-healthy option that make eating better easy.

Houston Native Serves in Norwegian Sea Aboard USS Ross

Fire Controlman 2nd Class Luis Moreno, from Houston, mans a .50-caliber machine gun aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ross (DDG 71) as the ship transits the Norwegian Sea June 29, 2017.

Macy’s Got Your 6 Charity Event Drives Funds for Military Veterans

Macy’s invites customers to celebrate July 4th and five years of giving back to America’s veterans with a fundraising event that benefits the veteran organization Got Your 6. From Wednesday, June 28 to Tuesday, July 4, customers can give $3 at the register at any store or on macys.com, and as a thank you receive a 25 percent off savings pass for select regular-priced and sale items or 15 percent off select regular-priced and sale jewelry, home and sale/clearance watches*.

Suffers No More: Houston Band The Suffers Celebrate After Stolen Van Replaced

Houston band The Suffers had its tour van stolen recently, according to an Instagram post from the group.

Jay Z Apologizes to Beyoncé In One of His 'best songs'

Jay Z dropped his new album "4:44" at midnight on Friday and sent the Internet into a frenzy.

Wal-Mart, Costco Will Outperform in Face of Amazon

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Costco Wholesale Corporation benefit from key advantages that will allow their shares to outperform even as the broader retail industry struggles with the headwinds created by the rise of Amazon.com, Inc. as noted by a broker dealer with Cowen & Co. and reported on by Barron's.

Texas Children’s Hospital Ranked Among Best in US

Our own Texas Children's Hospital is being recognized as one of the top children's hospitals in the country, according to a new list from U.S. News and World Report. TCH is number four, behind hospitals in Boston, Philadelphia and Cincinnati.

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