Community rallies behind Sunnyside eatery "The Shack," fighting for legacy amid hardship
In the Sunnyside neighborhood of Houston, "The Shack," a family-run restaurant, has ignited a wave of community backing as it faces economic challenges. When mounting costs jeopardized its survival, Lakeisha Randle-Koontz, the daughter of the restaurant's founders, made an online appeal that touched hearts and inspired action. Now, as customers flock to support, Randle-Koontz emphasizes the importance of local entrepreneurship and its impact, aspiring to embolden a new generation in her community to believe in self-reliance and the power of communal support.
In the Sunnyside neighborhood of Houston, "The Shack," a family-run restaurant, has ignited a wave of community backing as it faces economic challenges. When mounting costs jeopardized its survival, Lakeisha Randle-Koontz, the daughter of the restaurant's founders, made an online appeal that touched hearts and inspired action. Now, as customers flock to support, Randle-Koontz emphasizes the importance of local entrepreneurship and its impact, aspiring to embolden a new generation in her community to believe in self-reliance and the power of communal support.
Jason and Kylie Kelce announce they are pregnant with fourth daughter
Thank heaven for little girls! The Kelce household is growing, preparing to add a fourth baby girl to their lineup.
Thank heaven for little girls! The Kelce household is growing, preparing to add a fourth baby girl to their lineup.
Dad lists things his wife has said to him that he could 'never say to her'
A woman in Nashville was cracking up as she recorded her dad listing things her mom has said to him that he could “never say to her."
A woman in Nashville was cracking up as she recorded her dad listing things her mom has said to him that he could “never say to her."
Houston woman gives friend she's known for 2 decades the gift of life
When we asked Theresa Whitaker if Hillary Gramm saved her life, she didn't hesitate.
When we asked Theresa Whitaker if Hillary Gramm saved her life, she didn't hesitate.
Beloved custodian gets school building named after her: 'She's one in a million'
Claudene Wilson’s official title at Swedeborg Elementary is custodian. But to the kids and school community she served for 30 years, “Ms. Claudene" is so much more.
Claudene Wilson’s official title at Swedeborg Elementary is custodian. But to the kids and school community she served for 30 years, “Ms. Claudene" is so much more.
Star of Hope helps mother of two earn GED, gain stability
The Star of Hope Mission hosted a golf tournament to raise funds for their programs that help homeless families and individuals in Houston.
The Star of Hope Mission hosted a golf tournament to raise funds for their programs that help homeless families and individuals in Houston.
Soldiers pause to help girl celebrate 9th birthday during hurricane relief efforts
“I just thought it would be nice to do something special, so I called back to leadership, and we got her a cake. It turned into a little birthday party with the kids dressed in costumes—it was a good time," U.S Army Soldier, Spc. John Folk said.
“I just thought it would be nice to do something special, so I called back to leadership, and we got her a cake. It turned into a little birthday party with the kids dressed in costumes—it was a good time," U.S Army Soldier, Spc. John Folk said.
Arizona's famous 'Thanksgiving Grandma,' Wanda Dench diagnosed with cancer
Arizona's Thanksgiving Grandma, Wanda Dench, known for her bond with Jamal Hinton from a misdirected text, revealed her breast cancer diagnosis on social media on October 16.
Arizona's Thanksgiving Grandma, Wanda Dench, known for her bond with Jamal Hinton from a misdirected text, revealed her breast cancer diagnosis on social media on October 16.
Houston’s Santa Maria Hostel launches new clinic, helping women and children fight addiction
A local facility that helps treat women for substance abuse is opening another clinic!
A local facility that helps treat women for substance abuse is opening another clinic!
9-year-old Houston girl on a mission to help pets displaced by Hurricane Helene
A 9-year-old girl has raised significant funds to support pets affected by Hurricane Helene, demonstrating her compassion and dedication to animal welfare.
A 9-year-old girl has raised significant funds to support pets affected by Hurricane Helene, demonstrating her compassion and dedication to animal welfare.
Dad treks miles through Hurricane Helene aftermath to walk daughter down aisle
David Jones walked for 5 1/2 hours through flood damage in South Carolina to make his daughter's wedding in Tennessee.
David Jones walked for 5 1/2 hours through flood damage in South Carolina to make his daughter's wedding in Tennessee.
6-year-old boy kidnapped from Oakland found alive 70 years later
Luis Armando Albino was 6 years old in 1951 when he was abducted while playing at an Oakland park. Now, more than seven decades later, Albino has been found thanks to help from an online ancestry test, old photos and newspaper clippings.
Luis Armando Albino was 6 years old in 1951 when he was abducted while playing at an Oakland park. Now, more than seven decades later, Albino has been found thanks to help from an online ancestry test, old photos and newspaper clippings.
After losing parents, Texas woman offers guidance to help others cope with grief
A woman from north Texas is sharing her story of grief to try to help others. Theo Boyd went through the unimaginable five years ago. Her dad accidentally ran over her mother on a tractor on their farm in Waxahachie and killed her, shortly before their 50th wedding anniversary.
A woman from north Texas is sharing her story of grief to try to help others. Theo Boyd went through the unimaginable five years ago. Her dad accidentally ran over her mother on a tractor on their farm in Waxahachie and killed her, shortly before their 50th wedding anniversary.
Survivor partners with doctor to promote cord blood donation
Ariane Navarro, a cancer survivor, now advocates for umbilical cord donation alongside her doctor.
Ariane Navarro, a cancer survivor, now advocates for umbilical cord donation alongside her doctor.
Students at Virginia high school surprise custodian with dream car
A group of students at James Madison High School in Vienna surprised one of the custodians at their school with a very special birthday gift.
A group of students at James Madison High School in Vienna surprised one of the custodians at their school with a very special birthday gift.
Not these ovaries! Young woman helps others fighting ovarian cancer
Emily Campbell says - not these ovaries! Never again does she plan to have to undergo cancer treatment, after it rattled the newlywed. She's certainly cherishing her second chance at life, while growing used to the idea that her future looks different than she had pictured.
Emily Campbell says - not these ovaries! Never again does she plan to have to undergo cancer treatment, after it rattled the newlywed. She's certainly cherishing her second chance at life, while growing used to the idea that her future looks different than she had pictured.
Houston East End boxing gym: More than just punches for kids in need
A boxing gym in Houston's east side provides discipline, community, and a chance for a better life for hundreds of underprivileged kids.
A boxing gym in Houston's east side provides discipline, community, and a chance for a better life for hundreds of underprivileged kids.
Houston seventh grader runs his own business, supports Honduran village with proceeds
A 12-year-old Houston student with a business coach's help has built his own vending machine business and donates a portion of his profits to charity.
A 12-year-old Houston student with a business coach's help has built his own vending machine business and donates a portion of his profits to charity.
Viral Burger King worker who never missed a day in 27 years launches his own food truck
Kevin Ford, who went viral in 2022 for never missing a day of work in 27 years at Burger King, has used over $400,000 in donations to start his own food truck business.
Kevin Ford, who went viral in 2022 for never missing a day of work in 27 years at Burger King, has used over $400,000 in donations to start his own food truck business.
Bike expedition across Iceland raises awareness of rare blood cancer
A cycling expedition kicks off across Iceland today to help raise awareness and hopefully help find a cure for a rare blood disease.
A cycling expedition kicks off across Iceland today to help raise awareness and hopefully help find a cure for a rare blood disease.