#MeToo Movement Sparks Conversation about Sexual Assault

by Ishani Shethia - March 2, 2018April 17, 20180

“If you have been sexually harassed or assaulted, write ‘me too’ as a reply to this tweet.” These sixteen words tweeted by actor and activist, Alyssa Milano, rekindled a movement that started a revolution. For a long time, women have denied incidents of sexual assault and have been ashamed into

Houston Women’s March 2018

by Dez Bugaj - January 22, 2018January 24, 20180

Houstonians gathered from all over to join together for the second annual Women's March in Houston. This year's march was Saturday and as last year we met up at Buffalo Bayou Waterworks Building and then walked to City Hall where there were multiple powerful women speakers. When I first got there

Army Corps comes under fire for failing to aid many Americans after hurricane Maria

by Morgan Johnson - January 12, 2018January 30, 20180

Following the devastation from Hurricane Maria, the Army Corps made promises of temporary roofs to over 70,000 Puerto Ricans. People were able to apply for the roofing, and homes with 50% of loss or more would qualify to receive a free tarp roof. The roofs were said to be installed 14

Federal judge blocks Trump’s administrative actions towards DACA

by Miracle Bui - January 10, 2018January 30, 20180

With the new year, comes new actions for the Trump administration, as a decision by federal judge, William Alsup, could relieve the stress of the Trump’s administration actions towards immigration and DACA. To enlighten those who are not aware of the news, a federal judge has blocked Trump’s administrative actions

Houston teen in custody after shooting his 16 year old girlfriend while playing with a gun

by David D - January 9, 2018January 22, 20180

A Houston teenager is in custody after authorities reported him having accidentally shot his girlfriend while playing around with a pistol last week. Ezra Carter (18 years old) was charged with aggravated assault of a family member after turning himself in on Friday. Around midnight Friday, Carter and his girlfriend were

Doug Jones defeats Roy Moore

by Perri Jenkins - December 13, 2017January 12, 20180

Last night, all eyes were on Alabama as their special election took place between Doug Jones and Roy Moore as they battled for a seat in the U.S Senate. The special election garnered widespread media coverage due to the scandals and stories that have plagued this election. Republican candidate Roy Moore, quickly

Breaking News!!! Thousands expelled by Harvey still lust for a place to call home

by David D - November 28, 2017December 8, 20170

Three months after Hurricane Harvey' s wrath, 47,000 Texans are still living without a place to call home. Situated in many different Hotels across Texas, it will likely be well into the New Year before many of these families begin to feel at peace again. Despite this, it will likely

HAZMAT spill in Houston: I-10 Westbound at I-610

by Angela Torres - November 28, 2017December 8, 20170

The Houston Fire Department is currently taking action with a HAZMAT Spill that occurred today, causing many traffic issues. A "HAZMAT Spill" is also known as a "Hazardous Spill," which is known as any substance that has the potential to cause harm to humans, animals, and the environment as well. The

Breaking News: Five Dead (Including Children) After California Shooting

by David D - November 15, 2017December 1, 20170

At least five people are dead after a shooting that took place yesterday (11/14/17) in seven different locations located in Tehama, California. One of the locations was an elementary school where at least two children's lives were unfortunately taken. According to police, the killer who has not yet been identified

Child ejected in a car accident

by Angela Torres - November 14, 2017December 1, 20170

There were many emergency crews on the scene of an accident where at least two vehicles were involved. In this accident, a child is known for being ejected from the vehicle. The Houston Fire Department reports that the accident happened in the 9100 block of Irvington today , November 14,

Power outage in Pearland

by Angela Torres - November 13, 20170

It has been informed that on Monday, November 13, 2017, Center Point Energy reported an incident of a power outage in Pearland, Texas. Between 5,700 and 6,000 costumers were without power. A power outage can either be a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power in Pearland. Although there

Uber now allows for multiple stops

by David D - October 26, 2017November 10, 20170

After nine years, Uber has finally decided to add a multiple stops feature to their service. On Thursday, the company announced that they will soon be allowing Uber riders to add up to 3 stops during their trip. As of now, the feature is continuing to roll out to users

North Lake College shooting

by Gisselle Balderas - May 3, 20170

Today roughly around 12 pm, a shooter killed someone at Irving Texas, North lake College, before committing suicide. No names have been released as of yet. 19276

The end for Michelle Obama’s girls education program

by Gisselle Balderas - May 2, 20170

According to officials the Trump administration is discontinuing a signature girls education initiative advocated by former first lady Michelle Obama. The program "Let Girls Learn" 19205

Deputy killing: suspect committed suicide

by Gisselle Balderas - April 10, 20170

Greenwood was fatally shot April 3 outside the Baytown courthouse at the 700 block of West Baker. He radioed in for help, reportedly saying "I'm bleeding out." He was rushed to Memorial Herman Hospital 19080

A trip to eat barbecue turned into tragedy for Northside student

by Roberto Rodriguez - April 3, 2017April 3, 20170

It was an innocent trip to get some cheese fries at a local burger restaurant. It was not his first time there but things ended differently that one afternoon. Ricky Davila went to the often-crowded Poppa Burger in Northside Houston. He waited in line. Little did he know that while waiting in

Crayola says goodbye to an iconic color

by Gisselle Balderas - March 29, 20170

On National Crayon day (Friday), the famous Crayola company says it will mark the occasion by retiring one of its colors. One color from the classic 24 pack will be soon saying goodbye. 18952

James Winston’s pep talk to kids sends wrong message

by Gisselle Balderas - February 27, 20170

Jameis L. Winston is an American football quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League. Winston recently spoke to elementary school students Wednesday in St. Petersburg, Florida. 18660

One week: Immigration Agents arrest 600 people across U.S.

by Gisselle Balderas - February 13, 20170

The numbers are quickly rising up. Federal immigration officials arrested more than 600 people across at least 11 states last week, detaining 40 people in the New York City area 18477

Friday night lights: eclipse, comet and full moon

by Gisselle Balderas - February 12, 20170

This Friday night and early Saturday morning will be a sky-watchers favorite. Expect a "penumbral" lunar eclipse during the full "snow" moon — and the flyby of a comet. NASA said the exact moment of the penumbral eclipse is 7:43 p.m. ET. A few hours after the eclipse, Comet 45P, will make

Hot car death, dad sentenced to life without parole

by Gisselle Balderas - December 6, 20160

Cooper Harris, age 22-months, died June 18, 2014, after having remained in his father's Hyundai Tucson for seven hours outside the Home Depot office where Harris worked in the Atlanta suburbs. The Georgia father is now convicted of murder with a sentence to life in prison 17144

Who were the 2016 AMA winners?

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by Myion Chatman - November 22, 20160

The 44th annual American Music Awards took place November 20, 2016 at The Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Artist of the year: Arianna Grande New Artist: Zayn 16871

James Harden and Adidas reveal ‘Harden Vol 1’ at Houston event

by Reginald Pierre-Antoine - October 25, 2016October 25, 20160

Houston Rockets superstar, James Harden unveiled his first signature shoe with Adidas this weekend at an event in Houston, TX. 16126

13 people dead in tour bus accident

by Myion Chatman - October 25, 20160

On October 23, 2016, a tour bus coming from a casino crashed into a tractor trailer near Palm Springs, California. There were 31 people injured and 13 killed. Some injuries were pronounced minor and some major. The bus traveling at a high speed caused the truck to enter 15 feet