Chauvin files for motion to get a new case
Derek Chauvin was found guilty in the death of Houston-native George Floyd more than two weeks ago. Now his legal team is filing an appeal for a new case. Our panel of attorneys weigh in on the odds that he?ll actually get one.
Derek Chauvin was found guilty in the death of Houston-native George Floyd more than two weeks ago. Now his legal team is filing an appeal for a new case. Our panel of attorneys weigh in on the odds that he?ll actually get one.
Boundary issues or hilarious prank? Guy crashes roommates baseball game date via Twitter
A couple on their second date at an Arizona Diamondback?s game has gone viral after the guy?s roommate tweeted at the DBacks to help spy on the couple to see how it?s going. They obliged, and the internet is loving it. Matthew Minnis joins The Factor to tell us whether this was a fun joke or his roommate getting way too up in his business. Plus, will there be a third date?
A couple on their second date at an Arizona Diamondback?s game has gone viral after the guy?s roommate tweeted at the DBacks to help spy on the couple to see how it?s going. They obliged, and the internet is loving it. Matthew Minnis joins The Factor to tell us whether this was a fun joke or his roommate getting way too up in his business. Plus, will there be a third date?
Light up downtown on your roller skates
They spend every Wednesday night on wheels cruising downtown Houston, decked out in all sorts of glowing lights. Isiah Carey introduces you to the skate group, Luminous Night Crawlers.
They spend every Wednesday night on wheels cruising downtown Houston, decked out in all sorts of glowing lights. Isiah Carey introduces you to the skate group, Luminous Night Crawlers.
Why Should We Care? The Bill and Melinda Gates Divorce
It?s another divorce of a high-profile, super-rich couple. But this isn?t just another rich pair of celebrities calling it quits. The divorce of Bill and Melinda Gates could have major implications on some of their large philanthropy efforts. Our panel makes the case on why we should care about it at all.
It?s another divorce of a high-profile, super-rich couple. But this isn?t just another rich pair of celebrities calling it quits. The divorce of Bill and Melinda Gates could have major implications on some of their large philanthropy efforts. Our panel makes the case on why we should care about it at all.
Was principal right to paddle student?
A Florida mother recorded cellphone video of her child being paddled after breaking something at school. The school is now investigating the principal of the school who was the one that paddled the child. Our panel debated corporal punishment.
A Florida mother recorded cellphone video of her child being paddled after breaking something at school. The school is now investigating the principal of the school who was the one that paddled the child. Our panel debated corporal punishment.
Therapists using TikTok for education, resources
One of the popular niche areas of TikTok is mental health. Counselors and therapists are now using the platform to educate and share resources. Dr. Courtney Tracy, @the.truth.doctor on TikTok, joins the Factor to talk about why she chose the platform to amplify her work and message, and how parents might use it to help their children.
One of the popular niche areas of TikTok is mental health. Counselors and therapists are now using the platform to educate and share resources. Dr. Courtney Tracy, @the.truth.doctor on TikTok, joins the Factor to talk about why she chose the platform to amplify her work and message, and how parents might use it to help their children.
How have veterans mental health fared during the pandemic?
How have veterans fared this last year? David Maulsby, of The PTSD Foundation of America?s Camp Hope, talks about how his organization has stepped up when the VA closed many of its doors.
How have veterans fared this last year? David Maulsby, of The PTSD Foundation of America?s Camp Hope, talks about how his organization has stepped up when the VA closed many of its doors.
What you can do to help normalize asking for help with mental health struggles
Mental health advocate and TEDx speaker Michelle E. Dickinson joins The Factor to discuss what we can do every day to normalize asking for help and talking struggles.
Mental health advocate and TEDx speaker Michelle E. Dickinson joins The Factor to discuss what we can do every day to normalize asking for help and talking struggles.
Taking inventory on our mental health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The pandemic has made certain mental health issues harder for people already fighting, and has created issues for people who had never experienced it before. Our panel talks about the importance of knowing the signs in yourself and others to make sure no one fights alone.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The pandemic has made certain mental health issues harder for people already fighting, and has created issues for people who had never experienced it before. Our panel talks about the importance of knowing the signs in yourself and others to make sure no one fights alone.
Why did the pandemic seemingly hit women harder?
Author and career coach Emily Golden explains why women seem to have faced greater hardship during the pandemic, including unemployment and mental health.
Author and career coach Emily Golden explains why women seem to have faced greater hardship during the pandemic, including unemployment and mental health.
Woman files suit after deputy yanked her out of vehicle
A 68-year-old woman in North Carolina has filed a lawsuit against the Rowan County Sheriff?s Office after she was yanked out of her vehicle by deputies who claim she was speeding and didn?t comply when officers tried to pull her over. Our panel discusses the brutal body camera footage and the decision to use excessive force.
A 68-year-old woman in North Carolina has filed a lawsuit against the Rowan County Sheriff?s Office after she was yanked out of her vehicle by deputies who claim she was speeding and didn?t comply when officers tried to pull her over. Our panel discusses the brutal body camera footage and the decision to use excessive force.
Future of college affordability
University of Houston Downtown is one of the most affordable colleges in the state. UHD Vice President of Enrollment Management, Daniel Villanueva, discusses why certain moves by the Biden administration are so crucial to making college more affordable, and specific things the university is doing to alleviate the cost.
University of Houston Downtown is one of the most affordable colleges in the state. UHD Vice President of Enrollment Management, Daniel Villanueva, discusses why certain moves by the Biden administration are so crucial to making college more affordable, and specific things the university is doing to alleviate the cost.
Man says traffic stop by HPD officer was bullying
Quentin Jiles joins The Factor and recounts a traffic stop made by HPD he says was bullying. He is joined by Charles Adams, attorney and talk show host, who, as a former officer and judge, says this case has no merit.
Quentin Jiles joins The Factor and recounts a traffic stop made by HPD he says was bullying. He is joined by Charles Adams, attorney and talk show host, who, as a former officer and judge, says this case has no merit.
Shortages in consumer goods still slowing down supply chain
More than a year after the pandemic started, there are still shortages in a lot of consumer goods.. Things like furniture, even supplies to build homes, are in high demand and short supply. Our panel discusses why this is still happening and how long customers may have to practice patience.
More than a year after the pandemic started, there are still shortages in a lot of consumer goods.. Things like furniture, even supplies to build homes, are in high demand and short supply. Our panel discusses why this is still happening and how long customers may have to practice patience.
Teen who inspired CROWN Act testifies in Austin
The teen whose suspension from school inspired the CROWN Act testified in Austin today in support of the bill. DeAndre Arnold and Rep. Ron Reynolds, who wrote the legislation, join The Factor to talk about the bill and what is next for DeAndre?s life.
The teen whose suspension from school inspired the CROWN Act testified in Austin today in support of the bill. DeAndre Arnold and Rep. Ron Reynolds, who wrote the legislation, join The Factor to talk about the bill and what is next for DeAndre?s life.
Reaction to FDA?s proposed menthol cigarette ban
The FDA has put forth a proposal that would ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars in the US. Backlash has been widespread, mostly making the claim that this is a form of systemic racism. Our panel discusses why they think this ban should not happen.
The FDA has put forth a proposal that would ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars in the US. Backlash has been widespread, mostly making the claim that this is a form of systemic racism. Our panel discusses why they think this ban should not happen.
Angela After Dark: Should You Schedule Sex?
Therapist Dr. Angela Jones joins The Factor with whether you should plan sex with your partner.
Therapist Dr. Angela Jones joins The Factor with whether you should plan sex with your partner.
As pandemic restrictions loosen, Americans are seeking medical treatment internationally
After a year of little-to-no travelling, Americans are once again seeking medical treatments outside the United States. But why? The CEO of Patients Without Borders joins The Factor with what is so enticing about medical tourism.
After a year of little-to-no travelling, Americans are once again seeking medical treatments outside the United States. But why? The CEO of Patients Without Borders joins The Factor with what is so enticing about medical tourism.
Pandemic didn?t stop people from getting plastic surgery, but why?
A top-rated plastic surgeon joins The Factor to discuss why more Americans chose to get plastic surgery in the last year, despite being at home more often than being in public.
A top-rated plastic surgeon joins The Factor to discuss why more Americans chose to get plastic surgery in the last year, despite being at home more often than being in public.
Fort Bend County Sheriff, constable testify in support of George Floyd Act
The George Floyd Act in the Texas Legislature has been called anti-police by those who oppose it. But two area law enforcement members testified in Austin that the bill, in fact, strengthens policing by weeding out those who break the rules.
The George Floyd Act in the Texas Legislature has been called anti-police by those who oppose it. But two area law enforcement members testified in Austin that the bill, in fact, strengthens policing by weeding out those who break the rules.