Johns Hopkins University lays off 110 workers after losing some federal funding
Johns Hopkins University laid off about 110 employees, citing significant cuts to federal research funding. Here's what to know.
Former Spring pastor convicted for continuous trafficking of a child
The former pastor of Deep Water Ministries in Spring, Texas, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison after being found guilty of continuous trafficking of a child.
Heat dome to bring parts of Texas first 100-degree day of the year
A heat dome that is building across the southern U.S. this weekend will push temperatures into the triple digits for much of Texas.
Woman arrested for allegedly stealing from Houston cemetery mausoleum
A woman was arrested for allegedly stealing keepsakes and valuables from a Houston cemetery mausoleum with her toddler in tow.
Elon Musk loses trillionaire status after tech sell-off erases billions from fortune
Elon Musk is no longer worth more than $1 trillion, less than two weeks after becoming the first person to reach the milestone.
Marcus Stuckett appointed new Harris County Flood Control Director
The Harris County Commissioner's Court has appointed a new executive director of the Harris County Flood Control District.
Lionel Richie falls ill mid-show, cuts St. Paul concert short on tour’s opening night
Lionel Richie cut his performance short Thursday night after falling ill on stage during the opening stop of his latest tour with Earth, Wind and Fire at the Grand Casino…
Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to know
The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its…
Curaçao vs Ivory Coast preview: Knockout hopes on the line for both in Philadelphia
Curaçao faces Ivory Coast at Philadelphia Stadium in a Group E World Cup match with knockout-stage hopes on the line for both teams.
Germany vs Ecuador preview: Ecuador’s World Cup survival on the line in NYC, NJ
Germany faces Ecuador at New York New Jersey Stadium in a Group E World Cup match with major stakes for Ecuador and a local connection for fans across New York…
U.S. New World Screwworm cases rise to 20 as Texas outbreak expands
Federal and state officials have confirmed that the number of New World screwworm cases in the United States has risen to 20, with all but one located in Texas.