Texas Southern University Receives Transformative $5 Million Gift – Propels Endowment Beyond $100 Million
By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story July 18, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Texas Southern…
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Former state Rep. Pickett continues battle with city over fee in water bill
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Joe Pickett was elected as an El Paso city councilman in 1991, before serving in the Texas House of Representatives from…
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For Catholic pilgrims, all roads lead to Indy for an old-style devotion in modern stadium setting
Associated Press Like the star of an arena tour, a spotlight illuminated the glittering, golden vessel carried by a Catholic bishop. Inside, it held…
Continue Reading Mississippi can wait to reset legislative districts that dilute Black voting strength, judges say
Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Federal judges say Mississippi can wait until next year to redraw some of its legislative districts to…
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Lou Dobbs, veteran cable news anchor and Trump booster, dies at 78
By Oliver Darcy, CNN (CNN) — Lou Dobbs, the longtime business news anchor who became one of Donald Trump’s most vocal supporters in media,…
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Eating carrots can be a simple way to get a boost of beneficial nutrients, according to nutritionists
By Taylor Nicioli, CNN (CNN) — Vegetables are great not only for their versatility — they can be eaten raw or cooked, whole or chopped —…
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CN Tower Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s some background information about the CN Tower, or Canada’s National Tower. Standing 1,815 feet…
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ABC-7 Do-Gooder: El Paso uplifts youth while battling health struggles of her own
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — An El Pasoan with the goal of uplifting children spends her time encourages the youth through journey’s of…
Continue Reading World War I Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s some background information about World War I, also known as the First World War and the Great War,…
Continue Reading Washington, DC Metro System Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s some information about Washington, DC’s subway system, generally called the “Metro.” The…
Continue ReadingAumenta el escrutinio sobre la salud y la edad de Biden en medio de interrogantes sobre su futuro político
Alexandra Ferguson Washington (CNN) — Mientras el presidente Joe Biden se aísla en su casa de playa de Delaware después de dar positivo por…
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New Details: Las Cruces man accused of having sex with 15-year-old in the back of his car
Update: Court documents state that a detective with the Hatch Police Department started looking into Martinez when a woman brought in her 15-year-old…
Continue Reading Roger Clemens Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of retired Major League Baseball pitcher Roger Clemens. Personal Birth date: August…
Continue Reading Boy who was reported missing from a resort near Disney World found dead in water
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A 3-year-old boy who was reported missing from a resort near Walt Disney World in central Florida has been found dead. The…
Continue Reading Federal appeals court dismisses lawsuit over Tennessee’s anti-drag show ban
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A federal appeals court has dismissed a lawsuit challenging Tennessee’s first-in-the-nation law designed…
Continue Reading Bay Area Rapid Transit Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the San Francisco Bay Area’s rapid transit system, which is referred to as Bay Area Rapid…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Storm chance every day through early next week
Storms will be in the forecast every day through early next week. What storms form will have a lot of moisture to work with and be very efficient…
Continue Reading Prince Harry Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research Here is a look at the life of Britain’s Prince Harry. Personal Birth date: September 15, 1984 Birth place: London, England…
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Newest National Park Service site is a stark reminder of the era of segregated schools in the US
By Forrest Brown, CNN (CNN) — At first glance, it’s a rather unmarkable, plain-looking, one-story building that sits in an unadorned lot in…
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Bob Newhart, legendary comedian, dead at 94
CNN By Dan Heching and Todd Leopold, CNN (CNN) — Bob Newhart, whose stammering, deadpan unflappability carried him to stardom as a standup…
Continue Reading Georgia man arraigned on charges of threatening FBI Director Christopher Wray, authorities say
Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Authorities say a Georgia man is facing federal charges of threatening to kill the director of the Federal Bureau…
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The most and least expensive U.S. airports to fly from in 2024
FinanceBuzz examined average domestic airfares from the 45 busiest U.S. airports to learn which are the best for travelers’…
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6 tips for making the most of summer — on a shoestring budget
Lyft lists six top tips for traveling on a shoestring…
Continue Reading One World Trade Center Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is some background information about One World Trade Center. It is the tallest building in the United…
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What are normal testosterone levels by age?
Hone Health reports on the factors responsible for testosterone levels in men and how they are affected by age and…
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Fentanyl test strips save lives, so why are they illegal in some states?
Ophelia explored which states ban fentanyl and xylazine test strips, using Legislative Analysis and Public Policy Association and CDC…
Continue Reading Generator failure reported at Hospitals of Providence Memorial Campus
Update: A spokesperson for the Hospitals of Providence provided ABC-7 with the following statement regarding the situation. “Earlier this afternoon,…
Continue Reading Comedian Bob Newhart, deadpan master of sitcoms and telephone monologues, dies at 94
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Bob Newhart, the deadpan accountant-turned-comedian who became one of the most popular TV stars of his time after striking gold…
Continue ReadingJD Vance’s version of politics, according to Hillbilly Elegy
Analysis by Zachary B. Wolf, CNN (CNN) — It’s a story — young memoirist with an Ivy League law degree tells a compelling story, catapults…
Continue Reading US Capitol Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the US Capitol. Located at 100 Constitution Avenue NW in Washington, DC, it is the meeting…
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