NATALIYA VASILYEVA, AP – Houston Public Media

International

Russian prosecutors call first witnesses in case against Brittney Griner

Posted on July 1, 2022 · Griner, 31, is "a bit worried" because of the trial and the potential of a prison sentence, her lawyer tells NPR, "but she's a tough lady and I think she will manage."

International

WNBA star Brittney Griner is seen at court, but Russia extends her detention again

Posted on June 27, 2022 · The star with the U.S. Olympic and the WNBA's Phoenix Mercury was bracketed by four security officers and a dog as she was led down a stairwell to a courtroom for Monday's hearing.

Energy & Environment

Wildfires bring both destruction and benefits

Posted on June 20, 2022 · Texas is facing an intense wildfire season, with already over 200,000 acres burned so far. Of course, wildfires can have devastating consequences for people, agriculture and the environment. But they also bring some positive ecological effects.

International

Russia extends Brittney Griner’s detention until at least July 2

Posted on June 15, 2022 · WNBA star Brittney Griner will remain in Russian custody through at least July 2, Russian state media reported. The U.S. says she is being wrongfully detained.

Most Viewed

News

UPDATE: Russian Shopping Mall Fire Kills 64; No Alarms Reported

Posted on March 25, 2018 · Investigators said Monday that emergency exits were blocked and a security guard turned off the public announcement system when he received a call about the blaze