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NASA Seeks New Flight Directors for Artemis and Future Mars Missions

NASA Seeks New Flight Directors for Artemis and Future Mars Missions

NASA is actively recruiting its next class of flight directors at the Johnson Space Center in Houston. These new leaders will be instrumental in overseeing upcoming missions, including those in low Earth orbit, the Artemis missions to the Moon, and eventual human expeditions to Mars. The role demands exceptional technical expertise, decisive leadership, and the ability to maintain composure under high-pressure situations where every second is critical. Applicants must be U.S. citizens with a bachelor's degree in engineering, biological science, physical science, computer science, or mathematics, and possess professional experience involving high-stress, high-risk decision-making. Previous flight controller experience is not a prerequisite for application.

Houston Doctor Indicted for Alleged $30 Million Federal Healthcare Fraud Scheme

Houston Doctor Indicted for Alleged $30 Million Federal Healthcare Fraud Scheme

Dr. Joseph A. Montes, a Houston-area doctor, has been indicted for his alleged involvement in a multi-year scheme to defraud the federal government. The indictment charges Montes with conspiracy to defraud the United States, five counts of wire fraud, and six counts of money laundering. Prosecutors claim that between 2020 and 2022, Montes and his clinics submitted approximately $30 million in fraudulent claims for medical services that allegedly never occurred. Of these claims, about $20 million was ultimately paid out by the federal government. A notable detail in the indictment highlights that over 9,000 claims were filed in a single day, suggesting an impossible patient visit rate of one every nine seconds over a 24-hour period. The Bob Casey United States Courthouse on Rusk Street in downtown Houston is the location where these legal proceedings are taking place.

METRO Police Department Launches Mobile Command Center to Enhance Community Engagement in Houston

METRO Police Department Launches Mobile Command Center to Enhance Community Engagement in Houston

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) Police Department (MPD) has introduced a new Mobile Operations Command Center (MOCC). This initiative aims to bring police officers, services, and assistance directly to communities throughout METRO's service area. The MOCC will commence operations at Moody Park in Houston's Northside, in partnership with Houston Mayor John Whitmire and Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian Garcia. The mobile unit is designed to be flexible, moving to different locations based on transit and community needs. It is equipped with workstations, communication systems, and space for officers to interact with the public, take reports, and coordinate activities in real-time. This effort is part of METRONow, an agency initiative focused on strengthening safety, cleanliness, reliability, and accessibility across the transit system.

Houston Officials Unveil $48 Million Initiative to Combat Homelessness Amidst Shelter Wait Times

Houston Officials Unveil $48 Million Initiative to Combat Homelessness Amidst Shelter Wait Times

Houston officials, in partnership with the Coalition for the Homeless of Houston and Harris County, unveiled a new $48 million initiative named "Pathways 2 Independence" to address homelessness across the region over the next three years. This program aims to provide faster and more flexible interventions for chronic homelessness, defined as 90 days or longer without housing. The initiative has already secured $34 million from local philanthropies, including the Brown Foundation, Cullen Foundation, Houston Endowment, Kinder Foundation, and Sarofim Foundation. This funding model allows local organizations greater flexibility in how funds are spent, contrasting with the more restrictive federal dollars that typically govern homelessness programs. The program seeks to address the needs of approximately 5,700 people experiencing homelessness in the Houston region annually, with a focus on rapid resolution.

Houston First Corporation Launches Five-Year Plan to Establish Houston as Texas Film Capital

Houston First Corporation Launches Five-Year Plan to Establish Houston as Texas Film Capital

Houston First Corporation Launches Five-Year Plan to Establish Houston as Texas Film Capital

Walmart and Wing Expand Drone Delivery Services to Seattle and Denver Metro Areas

Walmart and Wing Expand Drone Delivery Services to Seattle and Denver Metro Areas

Walmart and Wing Expand Drone Delivery Services to Seattle and Denver Metro Areas

Affordable Art Fair to Launch Inaugural Houston Edition in October 2026

Affordable Art Fair to Launch Inaugural Houston Edition in October 2026

Affordable Art Fair to Launch Inaugural Houston Edition in October 2026

Urban Strategies, Inc. Receives $1.5 Million Truist Foundation Grant to Boost Community Wealth and Emerging Businesses

Urban Strategies, Inc. Receives $1.5 Million Truist Foundation Grant to Boost Community Wealth and Emerging Businesses

Urban Strategies, Inc. Receives $1.5 Million Truist Foundation Grant to Boost Community Wealth and Emerging Businesses

Houston Doctor Indicted for Alleged $30 Million COVID Fraud Scheme

Houston Doctor Indicted for Alleged $30 Million COVID Fraud Scheme

Dr. Joseph A. Montes, 66, a Houston-area doctor, has been indicted for his alleged involvement in a multi-year scheme to fraudulently bill the federal government for medical services that were reportedly never provided. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Texas announced the charges, which include conspiracy to defraud the United States, five counts of wire fraud, and six counts of money laundering. Prosecutors claim that between 2020 and 2022, Montes and his clinics submitted approximately $30 million in false claims to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration (HSRA), with $20 million ultimately paid out. The indictment alleges that Montes allowed a co-conspirator to operate COVID testing sites under his name. At these sites, the co-conspirator purportedly charged HSRA for office visits for each patient who only came for COVID testing, without receiving any actual medical treatment. In one instance, over 9,000 claims for federal rei...

HCA Healthcare and March of Dimes Partner to Close Preeclampsia Prevention Gap

HCA Healthcare and March of Dimes Partner to Close Preeclampsia Prevention Gap

HCA Healthcare and the March of Dimes have partnered to launch the 'Low Dose, Big Benefits' initiative, aimed at improving preeclampsia prevention and awareness in communities across Houston and Miami. Supported by a $1.5 million grant from the HCA Healthcare Foundation, this initiative focuses on educating clinicians, patients, and communities about preeclampsia risk factors and the appropriate use of low-dose aspirin. Preeclampsia, a hypertensive disorder of pregnancy, affects one in eight pregnancies and can lead to serious complications for both mothers and babies. The program also supports quality improvement efforts in Federally Qualified Health Centers to integrate evidence-based recommendations into clinical practice, addressing the significant underutilization of low-dose aspirin as a preventive measure.

Houston's Biomanufacturing Sector Sees Billions in Investment Amid Stalled Lab Market

Houston's Biomanufacturing Sector Sees Billions in Investment Amid Stalled Lab Market

Houston's Biomanufacturing Sector Sees Billions in Investment Amid Stalled Lab Market

Kroger Reduces Healthcare Eligibility Hours for Union Workers to 24 Per Week

Kroger Reduces Healthcare Eligibility Hours for Union Workers to 24 Per Week

Kroger Reduces Healthcare Eligibility Hours for Union Workers to 24 Per Week