Alpha Kappa Alpha in town for 90th Regional Conference
The popular sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, is in Houston for its 90th regional conference. The historic sorority is the first for African-American women and was founded at Brown University.
The popular sorority, Alpha Kappa Alpha, is in Houston for its 90th regional conference. The historic sorority is the first for African-American women and was founded at Brown University.
US Secret Service warning of rise in incel threats
The U.S. Secret Service is warning about an increase in ?incels,? which are typically men who are ?involuntary celibate? and commit violent acts, sometimes deadly, towards women.
The U.S. Secret Service is warning about an increase in ?incels,? which are typically men who are ?involuntary celibate? and commit violent acts, sometimes deadly, towards women.
Looking for a job? The city of Houston is hiring
The City of Houston is ready to pay! Their summer jobs are posted and although they?re geared for teens, many adults can benefit as well.
The City of Houston is ready to pay! Their summer jobs are posted and although they?re geared for teens, many adults can benefit as well.
Jussie Smollett released from jail pending appeal
Actor Jussie Smollett was released from jail Wednesday evening pending an appeal. He spent less than a week in the Cook County Jail in Illinois.
Actor Jussie Smollett was released from jail Wednesday evening pending an appeal. He spent less than a week in the Cook County Jail in Illinois.
Is a 4th COVID vaccine really needed?
Pfizer has submitted an application for emergency approval to the FDA for another booster shot. This would be for people over 65 who have previously been vaccinated and boosted. Dr. Danish Ali provides some insight.
Pfizer has submitted an application for emergency approval to the FDA for another booster shot. This would be for people over 65 who have previously been vaccinated and boosted. Dr. Danish Ali provides some insight.
Houston rapper Lil' Flip talks about his new album
Houston Rapper Lil Flip checks in to talk about his new album that debuts this week and that iconic performance he was a part of last week for the H-Town Takeover with Bun B.
Houston Rapper Lil Flip checks in to talk about his new album that debuts this week and that iconic performance he was a part of last week for the H-Town Takeover with Bun B.
Man moves into work cubicle after being unable to afford rent
A guy?s video showing him set up his cubicle as his live-in space drew a lot of views on TikTok. He spoke to Isiah Carey about the funny reaction it generates, but it?s also a sobering look at the way many people live these days, unable to make ends meet even though they have a full-time job.
A guy?s video showing him set up his cubicle as his live-in space drew a lot of views on TikTok. He spoke to Isiah Carey about the funny reaction it generates, but it?s also a sobering look at the way many people live these days, unable to make ends meet even though they have a full-time job.
The Great Resignation turning into The Great Regret
A new study finds a high number of people who left their job as part of the ?Great Resignation? are now experiencing a lot of regrets. More than 70% of millennials and Gen Z-ers polled state they regret leaving their old job.
A new study finds a high number of people who left their job as part of the ?Great Resignation? are now experiencing a lot of regrets. More than 70% of millennials and Gen Z-ers polled state they regret leaving their old job.
Actress Taraji P. Henson compares Jussie Smollett to Emmett Till
Taraji P. Henson, who starred in the TV series ?Empire? with Jussie Smollett compared his jail sentence to Emmett Till. He is the 14-year-old Black boy who was lynched after looking at a white woman in a grocery store, making her uncomfortable back in the 1950s. Her comments are drawing a lot of criticism and condemnation.
Taraji P. Henson, who starred in the TV series ?Empire? with Jussie Smollett compared his jail sentence to Emmett Till. He is the 14-year-old Black boy who was lynched after looking at a white woman in a grocery store, making her uncomfortable back in the 1950s. Her comments are drawing a lot of criticism and condemnation.
Women, children fleeing Ukraine being trafficked for sex: reports
Reports are surfacing over women and child sex trafficking on the Ukrainian border. People are taking advantage of the situation and offering up services and hospitality, but then turned around and trafficked for sex. There is also a high number of mail-order brides being requested out of China for Ukrainian women.
Reports are surfacing over women and child sex trafficking on the Ukrainian border. People are taking advantage of the situation and offering up services and hospitality, but then turned around and trafficked for sex. There is also a high number of mail-order brides being requested out of China for Ukrainian women.
Girl Talk: Did Kim Kardashian deliver a strong message to aspiring businesswomen?
The girls from Girl Talk join the Factor to talk about Kim Kardashian's message to aspiring businesswomen saying, ?Get your f****** a** up and work.?
The girls from Girl Talk join the Factor to talk about Kim Kardashian's message to aspiring businesswomen saying, ?Get your f****** a** up and work.?
Online security and dating apps: How you can stay safe
A new feature on the dating app Tinder will provide further information on the person you want to ?swipe right? on. Information on their background will be available. While it?s not a detailed list like the FBI can produce, it gives a person more info on who they?re into, all in the name of security.?
A new feature on the dating app Tinder will provide further information on the person you want to ?swipe right? on. Information on their background will be available. While it?s not a detailed list like the FBI can produce, it gives a person more info on who they?re into, all in the name of security.?
Girls rescued from sex trafficking, exploited and abused all over again
A horrific case out of Bastrop County, TX where a foster care that takes in child victims of sex trafficking, is accused of doing that very thing. One person at the facility was arrested for allegedly having one of the teens take a nude photo of herself, selling it, and using the money to buy drugs and give to the children. An advocate discusses the repercussions this has on victims, children looking to get help and even adults who are looking to foster children.
A horrific case out of Bastrop County, TX where a foster care that takes in child victims of sex trafficking, is accused of doing that very thing. One person at the facility was arrested for allegedly having one of the teens take a nude photo of herself, selling it, and using the money to buy drugs and give to the children. An advocate discusses the repercussions this has on victims, children looking to get help and even adults who are looking to foster children.
Did the flu vaccine miss its mark this season?
The CDC is reporting that this recent batch of the flu vaccine is only 16% effective. Even though we are experiencing a mild flu season, there are still some very important guidelines to follow.
The CDC is reporting that this recent batch of the flu vaccine is only 16% effective. Even though we are experiencing a mild flu season, there are still some very important guidelines to follow.
Did Jussie Smollett go off the deep end during his sentencing?
Our panel discusses the courtroom antics actor Jussie Smollett expressed in court Thursday after he was sentenced for faking that racist and homophobic attack back in 2019. Although many say he made a fool of himself, many feel Smollett is not okay and the laughing has turned to sympathy.
Our panel discusses the courtroom antics actor Jussie Smollett expressed in court Thursday after he was sentenced for faking that racist and homophobic attack back in 2019. Although many say he made a fool of himself, many feel Smollett is not okay and the laughing has turned to sympathy.
Houston rapper Bun B talks upcoming concert at Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo
Rapper and philanthropist Bun B talks to Isiah about the historic honor of headlining Friday night?s ?H-Town Takeover.?
Rapper and philanthropist Bun B talks to Isiah about the historic honor of headlining Friday night?s ?H-Town Takeover.?
Sharing fertility journey in an effort to inspire others
Maggie Noel of ?Girl Talk,? got very candid on social media this week. On International Women?s Day, she posted her fertility journey. Noel has begun the process of freezing her eggs in hopes of keeping her chances high of having a baby later in life.
Maggie Noel of ?Girl Talk,? got very candid on social media this week. On International Women?s Day, she posted her fertility journey. Noel has begun the process of freezing her eggs in hopes of keeping her chances high of having a baby later in life.
Houston man helps rescue students from Poland after fleeing Ukraine
A Houston resident who is from Rwanda, Angola, embarked on a bold mission. He was part of a complex mission to save students from Poland after they managed to flee Ukraine during the Russian invasion.
A Houston resident who is from Rwanda, Angola, embarked on a bold mission. He was part of a complex mission to save students from Poland after they managed to flee Ukraine during the Russian invasion.
Do LGBTQ laws focusing on children cause more harm than good?
When it comes to Texas? attempt to charge parents with child abuse who seek gender-affirming care for their kids and Floria?s ?Don?t Say Gay Bill? passing the Florida Senate, activists ask the question: who is this law really hurting?
When it comes to Texas? attempt to charge parents with child abuse who seek gender-affirming care for their kids and Floria?s ?Don?t Say Gay Bill? passing the Florida Senate, activists ask the question: who is this law really hurting?
Texas mother set to be executed next month over daughter's death
A Brownsville mother convicted of killing her daughter back in 2007 is fighting her upcoming execution. Melissa Lucio may have been forced and pressured into a false confession, her attorney says. Now they hope something can change ahead of her scheduled execution of April 27.
A Brownsville mother convicted of killing her daughter back in 2007 is fighting her upcoming execution. Melissa Lucio may have been forced and pressured into a false confession, her attorney says. Now they hope something can change ahead of her scheduled execution of April 27.