June 4, 2025

Community

Texas schools to remain closed until May 4

With the federal government extending social distancing guidelines through the end of April, Houston area schools districts will remain closed, providing online instruction until May...

Community, Health, Local

Houston Health Department reports more than 50 new COVID-19 cases

The Houston Health Department announced 54 new positive coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases on Sunday, bringing the city's total to 286. Houston's COIVD-19 deaths remain...

Community, Local

First Harris County Jail inmate tests positive for COVID-19

A 39-year-old male Harris County Jail inmate received a positive test result for COVID-19 on Sunday....

Community, Local

Living Legend: Martha Marie Preston

Martha Marie Preston is the walking epitome of the phrase, "turn your mess into a message.” This self-made millionaire, shrewd businesswoman and successful night club...

Community, Culture, Health, Local

Bald, Black and Beautiful: Houston women share their stories

"I am not my hair!" is the bold statement Jo H. Golden told African-American News&Issues, and she's proving it. The gifted photographer turned the lens...

Community, Education, Local, News

Lone Star College waiving fees for classes moving online

Lone Star College announced it will waive fees for courses which are moving online due to the coronavirus and delay a planned tuition increase. The...

Community, Local, News

City of Houston Municipal Courts suspends all trials, other services amid COVID-19

In an effort to continue to encourage the health and safety of the public and court staff members from the spread of the COVID-19, the...

Community, Health, Local

First COVID-19 testing site opens in Fort Bend County

Fort Bend County Judge KP George and Fort Bend County Health & Human Services Director and Local Health Authority Dr. Jacquelyn Johnson Minter, in coordination...