Marian Robinson, mother of former First Lady Michelle Obama, has died at age 86, the  family announced Friday. She passed away peacefully in the morning, according to a statement. Bereavement support groupsMichelle Obama shared a heartfelt tribute on social media, calling her mother “my rock.” She wrote: “She was there for whatever I needed—the same steady support…

Texas House Democrats announced on Tuesday that they will end their week-long boycott of the Republican-controlled State House. Their walkout was meant to prevent a vote on a redistricting plan that would eliminate five Democrat-held congressional seats. Under Texas law, a two-thirds quorum is required for legislative action, allowing Democrats to block the vote by…

Recently, Ellen DeGeneres revealed a dark family secret, hoping her unreserved admission will help others experiencing the same. The comedian says she wishes she was protected as a vulnerable youngster and is “furious at people who don’t believe.” Louisiana-born Ellen DeGeneres took the spotlight in the late 1970s, hurdling over the bumps that got in…

Public health authorities in Illinois have issued a detailed advisory after a confirmed case of measles was linked to Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, one of the busiest air travel hubs in the United States. The announcement has drawn significant attention due to the combination of high passenger traffic and the highly contagious nature of the…

During the 1980s, the entertainment industry was experiencing one of its most visually iconic and commercially explosive eras. Hollywood was defined by bright lights, rapid success stories, and a constant search for the next recognizable face. In this environment, Jennifer Runyon emerged as one of the many young talents who began building a presence in film and…