By SEAN MURPHY Associated Press There have been numerous developments this week concerning avian flu that have raised concerns among experts. Outbreaks of bird flu were reported at poultry facilities in both Michigan and Texas, and infected dairy cows have been discovered in at least five states. There has also been a report in Texas
Continue ReadingBy Dave McDaniel Click here for updates on this story ORLANDO, Florida (WESH) — Committed to clearing his name, a former Orlando Fire Chief had hoped a civil trial, which started last week, would end with a jury seeing things his way. But that jury could not decide. “I will not stop until my name
Continue ReadingBy Veronica Haynes, Russ Reed Click here for updates on this story BROCKTON, Massachusetts (WCVB) — State and federal law enforcement in Maine on Tuesday announced the arrest of a Massachusetts man who was wanted in connection with the shooting that killed his brother in Brockton on Easter morning. Jeremiah Abreu, 20, of Brockton, was
Continue ReadingBy Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story April 3, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — The upcoming annual Making Democracy Work® Dinner, presented by the key occasion League of Women Voters of Texas (LWVTX), marks for advocacy and celebration of democratic values in Dallas, Texas, on April 19th, 2024. This distinguished gathering
Continue ReadingOpinion by Kara Alaimo (CNN) — As a progressive, I never thought I’d write this sentence: A law just signed by Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis is brilliant — and should be a model for the nation. The law I’m referring to precludes kids under age 14 from having social media accounts and requires parental permission for
Continue ReadingRICHMOND, Va. (AP) — An audit conducted by the Postal Service’s inspector general found significant problems at a new regional processing facility in Virginia, including damaged mail left unprocessed for months and a worker asleep at a forklift. The audit released last week raises questions about the Postal Service’s plans to modernize its processing network
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By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — The immediate cons of an erratic work schedule are clear-cut: You may be tired all the time or missing out on time with loved ones. More dire long-term consequences may also be at play, according to new research on the associations between work patterns in young adulthood and health
Continue ReadingBy Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story April 3, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — FREE Live Music in Houston: Party on the Plaza’s Spectacular Spring Lineup Francis Page Jr. | 4/3/2024, 1:29 p.m. Houston Style Magazine’s discerning readers, prepare to be serenaded under the stars as the Party on the Plaza
Continue ReadingBy Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story April 3, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Dive into a world of luxury and compassion this Earth Month with Hiatus Spa + Retreat’s annual Spa for a Cause initiative, running from April 1st to April 30th. As the premier Texas day spa with eight exquisite
Continue ReadingBy Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story April 3, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Prosecutors and HPD Investigators Appeal for More Victims of Serial Sex Predator Jo-Carolyn Goode | 4/3/2024, 12:27 p.m. In a concerted effort to combat sexual violence and secure justice for victims, Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg, accompanied
Continue ReadingBy Kendrick Brown Click here for updates on this story April 3, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Kedrick Brown, the versatile and accomplished actor known for his captivating performances on hit TV shows such as ‘The Chosen,’ ‘New Amsterdam’ and ‘Black Lightning,’ is poised to leave a lasting impact in both Hollywood and the classroom.
Continue ReadingBy Burt Levine Click here for updates on this story April 3, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — As an embodiment of dedication and community service, Ferrel Bonner has embarked on a new journey. With a rich background as a Houston ISD alumnus from Sterling High School and an honored veteran from the US Army Airborne,
Continue ReadingBy SCOTT McFETRIDGE Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Crews could begin ripping out a groundbreaking art installation bordering a Des Moines pond as early as next week under plans announced by a local art museum Wednesday, saying the artwork is hazardous and would be too expensive to repair. City officials gave the Des
Continue ReadingBy Metia Carroll Click here for updates on this story MANDEVILLE, Louisiana (WDSU) — At. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office conducted multiple illegal drug investigations Friday, March 29, which led to the arrest of two. STPSO Narcotics Division and Proactive Enforcement Unit arrested Cary Biedenkopf, 62, who they say was in possession of packaged bags of
Continue ReadingBy Lisa Valadez Click here for updates on this story April 3, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Students from the Gifted and Talented program at Sutton Elementary School within HISD recently took part in their campus GT Expo. The event highlighted their various interests and talents, with a particular focus on projects created using upcycled
Continue ReadingBy Kim Dacey Click here for updates on this story BALTIMORE (WBAL) — Members of several immigrant advocacy organizations are calling on President Joe Biden to take action in the wake of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. Six immigrant construction workers filling potholes on the bridge were killed. “Certainly, this tragedy highlights the dangerous
Continue ReadingBy Christana Kay Click here for updates on this story RANKIN COUNTY, Mississippi (WAPT) — A former Brandon High School student has pled guilty to retaliation against a teacher and having a firearm on school grounds in 2022. According to officials, Chance DePaul Smith, 19, of Brandon, threatened to shoot up Brandon High School for
Continue ReadingBy Jonathan Greco Click here for updates on this story EDMOND, Oklahoma (KOCO) — Police arrested a man accused of killing a victim and starting a fire last week at an Edmond home. On Friday, Edmond firefighters responded to a house fire near Magnolia and Edgewater, where they found a victim dead. Police were then
Continue ReadingBy Andres Valle Click here for updates on this story EL PASO, Texas (KOAT) — Unrest at the southern border as the immigration crisis continues to plague those who live in the area. KOAT arrived to the border wall in Sunland Park New Mexico known as the Anarpa Gap. While there they captured video of
Continue ReadingBy Brian Johnson, Nick Sloan Click here for updates on this story INDEPENDENCE, Missouri (KMBC) — Friends are remembering a pregnant woman who died after being shot at the Independence Center. Karla Brown was four months pregnant and excited about motherhood, her friends said. Brown was one of four people injured in the shooting that
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