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Hidalgo’s Penny Tax Proposal to Keep Early Education Programs Fails to Be Placed on the Ballot Amid Courtroom Tensions

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Hidalgo’s Penny Tax Proposal to Keep Early Education Programs Fails to Be Placed on the Ballot Amid Courtroom Tensions

By Indira Zaldivar & Edward Saenz

Proposal to Extend Education Programs Falls Short

A proposal from Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo to place a small property tax increase on the November ballot—aimed at extending early childhood education programs—failed Thursday after a contentious Commissioners Court meeting.

The plan would have funded and expanded programs that have served over 60,000 children originally supported by federal pandemic relief funds but lacked the necessary support from commissioners to advance. At this time, the programs’ original funds are set to expire in 2026.

Meeting Disrupted by Tensions and Children

@queondamagazine Judge Lina Hidalgo’s push for a “penny tax” to fund child care, summer camps, and early education worker training failed to make the November ballot after a tense Commissioners Court meeting. The plan aimed to continue programs helping working families as COVID-era funds are set to expire in late 2026. Commissioners cited budget concerns and lack of data as reasons to decline support to put the penny tax on the ballot for voters to decide whether to fund the early education programs. #HarrisCounty #EarlyEducation #LinaHidalgo #ChildCareAccess #TexasPolitics #harriscountycommissionerscourt #news #explorepage #houstonnews ♬ original sound – Que Onda Magazine

In a dramatic move, Hidalgo brought dozens of children into the courtroom to emphasize the stakes of the proposal. At times, she encouraged them to sit near the dais and chant in favor of the measure. The scene drew criticism from fellow commissioners who called it a breach of decorum and repeatedly asked for order.

Commissioners Withhold Support

Commissioners Lesley Briones, Adrian Garcia, and Tom Ramsey did not back the measure. Briones cited insufficient stakeholder engagement and the need to wait for a University of Houston study expected in 2026. Ramsey questioned whether the county had fully explored other funding sources and noted the county’s ongoing $270 million budget deficit.

Programs at Risk as COVID Funds Expire

The proposal sought to continue funding three key programs: Early REACH (free daycare and preschool), County Connections (summer youth camps), and ACCS (training for child care workers). These initiatives, launched in 2023, expanded access to child care and learning opportunities for thousands of families across Harris County.

Modest Tax, Broad Support

Hidalgo described the plan as a “penny tax,” costing the average homeowner about $24 per year. Supporters, including the Greater Houston Partnership, cited strong returns on investment and polling that showed two-thirds of voters support early childhood funding.

Ballot Deadline Missed After Recess

After it became clear the measure wouldn’t pass, Hidalgo called a 10-minute recess. The delay allowed the deadline to place the proposal on the ballot to lapse. She did not return to the courtroom after the break but stated, “If you want to vote no in front of the kids, that’s fine.”

Next Steps Unclear

While the failed proposal sparked intense debate and media attention, Hidalgo described the measure as her final attempt to preserve the programs and underscored her frustration: “This is all I’ve got.”

For more on Harris County, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

FBI to Help Locate Fleeing Texas Democrats, Sen. Cornyn Confirms

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FBI to Help Locate Fleeing Texas Democrats, Sen. Cornyn Confirms

Senator John Cornyn announced Thursday that FBI Director Kash Patel granted his request for help locating Texas House Democrats who left the state to block GOP redistricting efforts.

Federal Action Requested

Cornyn sent a letter Tuesday urging federal assistance in tracking down the lawmakers who fled to prevent a quorum. He thanked President Donald Trump and Director Patel for taking swift action, saying the Democrats must be held accountable for avoiding their constitutional duties.

Democrats Accused of Irresponsibility

Speaking on “The Mark Davis Show,” Cornyn called the Democrats’ absence “irresponsible,” especially given urgent legislation tied to recent flooding. He said their protest would ultimately fail, calling it “a stunt.”

Redistricting Fight Continues

The Texas House has repeatedly failed to pass the GOP’s new congressional map, which could give Republicans up to five more seats in the next midterms—enough to solidify their U.S. House majority. House Speaker Rep. Dustin Burrows said another attempt to establish quorum would happen Friday.

State and Federal Pressure Mounts

Gov. Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Department of Public Safety to arrest the Democrats and return them to Austin. Meanwhile, Trump told ABC News the FBI may need to intervene, insisting lawmakers can’t “sit it out” and must “fight it out.”

For more on this story, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

Missing Fisherman Identified Nearly 30 Years Later

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Missing Fisherman Identified Nearly 30 Years Later

Human remains discovered by a hiker in Utah have been identified as belonging to a man who vanished during a fishing trip in 1997, authorities confirmed.

Grim Discovery at Fish Lake

In May, a hiker and his dog stumbled upon a hiking boot containing a human foot along the shores of Fish Lake. According to the Sevier County Sheriff’s Office, the shoe model was only produced in 1996, prompting investigators to review cold cases.

David White’s Disappearance

David White of Washington, Utah, was last seen in September 1997. He had planned to fish with friends, but when those plans fell through, he went alone and never returned. His boat was later found moving across the lake, empty. A hat and a shoe were also seen floating nearby, suggesting he may have fallen into the water.

Years Without Answers

The initial five-day search yielded no further evidence. Nearly 28 years passed without resolution—until DNA testing on the foot matched one of White’s daughters with 99.9994% certainty.

Family and Authorities Express Gratitude

White’s daughter Stefanie Bennett thanked the hiker and his dog, as well as law enforcement, for their role in bringing closure. Sheriff Nathan J. Curtis acknowledged the case had weighed heavily on search and rescue teams for decades.

Closure at Last

The discovery has finally answered questions that lingered for nearly three decades, offering peace to White’s family and those who searched tirelessly for him.

For the latest headlines, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.

Low rain chance Thursday, climbs back up this weekend

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Low rain chance Thursday, climbs back up this weekend

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — There’s still a small chance for an afternoon downpour on Thursday, but there’s only a 20% chance you’ll cross paths with one.

A heat ridge will dominate the sky over most of Texas, pushing the temperature in Houston back up toward 100 degrees.

Temperatures have quickly warmed into the 90s and will again peak around 100 this afternoon. There will be less moisture available in the atmosphere for showers and thunderstorms than in previous days, but if a shower does pop up over your neighborhood it could bring briefly heavy rainfall.

What’s in store for the weekend?

The weekend will be hot but nothing extreme for August. There’s a 20% chance of an afternoon downpour on Saturday, but it climbs to 30% on Sunday as the heat dome moves away and an upper level low develops over the Texas coastline.

How does the weather look for those going back to school next week?

It’s looking like typical August weather! It will be hot with highs near averages in the mid 90s, and every afternoon there’s a 30% chance for showers and thunderstorms. These storms could impact afternoon recesses and after-school activities.

What’s happening in the tropics?

Tropical Storm Dexter is about to transition to a regular low pressure system over the North Atlantic. We are also monitoring two areas of potential development, one off the East Coast and one over the central Atlantic. We continue to see signs that the tropics may become even more active the second half of August as wind shear relaxes across the Gulf, Caribbean, and West Atlantic. Meanwhile, the Eastern Pacific remains very active. For a thorough update and in-depth video on what’s happening in the tropics, head to our tropical update page.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

Keep up with all things Houston with us on Que Onda Magazine.

Judge Weighs Environmental Concerns Over Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Facility

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Judge Weighs Environmental Concerns Over Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Facility

A federal judge is reviewing arguments that could shut down “Alligator Alcatraz,” a large migrant detention center in the Florida Everglades, amid growing environmental and tribal concerns. Critics say the facility was built without required environmental impact studies under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

Environmental and Tribal Groups Challenge the Project

Environmental advocates and the Miccosukee Tribe argue the detention center, built rapidly on land near the Big Cypress National Preserve, threatens sensitive ecosystems and tribal land. They claim construction disrupted habitats of endangered species, including Florida panthers and wood storks, and increased traffic and artificial light pollution.

Dispute Over Who Authorized the Facility

Florida officials insist the state managed and funded the project, making it exempt from federal environmental review. But state Rep. Anna Eskamani testified that Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officials initiated and directed the project, suggesting federal involvement that would trigger NEPA requirements.

Jurisdictional Ambiguity and Federal Scrutiny

The facility, designed to hold over 3,000 detainees, has been called a “one-stop shop” for mass deportation. Built on the grounds of the Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport, it sits near Miccosukee tribal land, including villages and sacred sites. The lawsuit alleges the government failed to involve the public or conduct proper environmental studies before construction.

Testimony Highlights Facility Conditions

Eve Samples, executive director of Friends of the Everglades, said the center has already caused environmental damage, including light pollution visible for miles. Eskamani described it as an “active construction site,” with barbed wire, asphalt, and bright floodlights covering the area.

State Pushback and Future Implications

Attorneys for Florida attempted to discredit Eskamani by pointing to her previous public opposition, including labeling the project a “half-billion-dollar anti-immigrant grift.” They also emphasized that the facility was built on an existing airport with prior infrastructure.

Facility Operations Under the Microscope

Though Wednesday’s hearing focused on environmental impact, the proceedings could result in a court order to suspend operations until proper reviews are completed. Immigration advocates continue to raise concerns about detainees facing unsafe conditions, minimal legal access, and being held in a legal “gray zone.”

Stay tuned for more developments with us on Que Onda Magazine.

Tropical Storm Dexter Gains Strength as Atlantic Activity Increases

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Tropical Storm Dexter Gains Strength as Atlantic Activity Increases

Tropical Storm Dexter has slightly strengthened as it drifts further from the northeastern U.S. coast.

As of Wednesday, Aug. 6, the storm was located about 405 miles south-southeast of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with sustained winds of 45 mph. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) expects Dexter to continue strengthening over the next 48 hours as it transitions into an extratropical cyclone.

Two More Systems Brewing in the Atlantic

A weak surface trough off the southeastern U.S. coast is producing scattered thunderstorms. The NHC predicts that a low-pressure system could develop in this area within a day or so, giving it a 40% chance of forming into a tropical depression in the next week.

Further east, a tropical wave is generating disorganized showers and thunderstorms. It also holds potential for gradual development and has a 50% chance of forming into a tropical depression over the next seven days as it moves west-northwest across the central Atlantic.

Tropical Storm Henriette Active in the Pacific

In the Pacific, Tropical Storm Henriette continues moving west-northwest, located about 1,760 miles east of Hilo, Hawaii. Henriette currently has winds around 50 mph. The storm may weaken slightly over the next 24 hours, with no immediate threat to land.

EP91 Shows Strong Development Potential in Pacific

Another system, labeled EP91, is active in the Gulf of Tehuantepec. It is producing organized showers and thunderstorms, and the NHC gives it a 90% chance of forming into a tropical depression within 48 hours as it moves west-northwest.

Understanding Hurricane Formation

Hurricanes form over warm ocean waters when clusters of thunderstorms develop into tropical depressions. These become tropical storms when sustained winds hit 39 mph, and hurricanes when winds reach 74 mph.

Hurricane Preparedness Tips from NOAA

  • Evacuation Plan: Know where you’ll go and how to get there.
  • Disaster Supplies: Stock up early to prepare for the storm and aftermath.
  • Insurance Checkup: Review your policy, and secure flood insurance early—there’s a 30-day waiting period.
  • Family Communication Plan: Share your hurricane plan and meeting locations with loved ones.
  • Home Protection: Trim trees, install storm shutters, and seal wall openings to strengthen your home.

Stay prepared and informed this hurricane season at QueOndaMagazine.com.

Trump to Host Apple CEO as Company Announces $100 Billion in U.S. Manufacturing

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Trump to Host Apple CEO as Company Announces $100 Billion in U.S. Manufacturing

President Donald Trump will meet with Apple CEO Tim Cook at the White House on Aug. 6 following Apple’s announcement of a $100 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing.

The move is part of a broader strategy to protect Apple’s products, particularly iPhones, from steep import tariffs.

Apple’s Expanded Investment in the U.S.

The announcement boosts Apple’s total planned U.S. investment to $600 billion over the next four years. A White House official confirmed the news, first reported by Bloomberg, and said it includes a new “American Manufacturing Program” aimed at increasing Apple’s domestic supply chain and advanced manufacturing presence.

White House Praises Manufacturing Push

“This is another win for our manufacturing industry,” said assistant press secretary Taylor Rogers, highlighting the investment’s potential to bolster national and economic security by reshoring critical production.

Tariff Threats and Apple’s Global Production

In May, Trump threatened 25% tariffs on phones made outside the U.S., criticizing Apple for producing a significant share of its iPhones in India. A week before the scheduled meeting, Trump signed an executive order imposing new tariffs on Indian imports as part of a broader set of reciprocal trade measures.

Apple’s Broader Commitment to U.S. Jobs

Earlier this year, Apple announced plans for a $500 billion investment over four years, including a new AI server plant in Texas and 20,000 research and development jobs. However, reports suggest much of the figure covers Apple’s regular operating expenses.

Factory Jobs Still in Decline

Despite the White House’s push to highlight private sector investments as evidence of tariff policy success, U.S. factory employment declined for the fifth consecutive month in July.

For more business news, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine daily.

Small chance for a summer downpour continues on Wednesday

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Small chance for a summer downpour continues on Wednesday

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Small but heavy rain showers will again pop up on Wednesday, but the chances you’ll cross paths with them are only 30% south of I-10 and 20% north of I-10.

A fresh batch of moisture will bring pockets of rain south of I-10 for the Wednesday morning commute. Temperatures will start off in the mid 70s, then warm into the mid 90s in the afternoon. That’s when isolated downpours could pop up around Houston. Some of the showers could even throw down a few lightning bolts. Where it rains, temps will quickly drop into the mid 80s.

What’s in store for the rest of the week??

Heat levels will continue to climb with highs near 100 by Friday. Humidity levels may be high enough to warrant a Heat Advisory somewhere in Southeast Texas. Peak heat index values in the afternoon will range between 105 to 108 degrees. Rain chances will remain slim at 10-20%.

Will we finally get a rain-free weekend?

Maybe. The rain chance is still at 20%, but it does look less stormy than just about every weekend we had in July. Next week, the stormy weather pattern returns to the Gulf coast with a 30% chance of daily afternoon downpours.

What’s happening in the tropics?

Tropical Storm Dexter will remain a fish storm over the Atlantic and pose no threat to land. We are also monitoring two areas of potential development, one off the East Coast and one over the central Atlantic. We continue to see signs that the tropics may become even more active the second half of August as wind shear relaxes across the Gulf, Caribbean, and West Atlantic. Meanwhile, the Eastern Pacific remains very active. For a thorough update and in-depth video on what’s happening in the tropics, head to our tropical update page.

This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.

Keep up with all things Houston with us on Que Onda Magazine.

Texas House Democrats leave state to prevent Republicans from redrawing congressional districts, leading to legislative gridlock

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Texas House Democrats leave state to prevent Republicans from redrawing congressional districts, leading to legislative gridlock

Texas House Democrats have left the state to prevent Republicans from redrawing congressional districts, a move aimed at flipping five U.S. House seats currently held by Democrats. This departure leaves the Texas Legislature’s lower chamber without the necessary members to pass legislation, putting the current special session in limbo.

Last week, Republicans introduced a new congressional map that passed through a committee early Saturday. Democrats departed before the redistricting bill could receive a full floor vote. Texas Democrats are now in Illinois, Massachusetts, and New York, where they are discussing their options with sympathetic governors and legislators. In Austin, House Speaker Dustin Burrows, a Republican from Lubbock, stated that “all options are on the table” to compel Democrats to return or punish them for their absence. The Texas House was scheduled to convene at 3 p.m. Monday.

Governor Greg Abbott has threatened to remove the absent Democrats from office and suggested that fundraising to cover their daily fines is a criminal offense.

On Monday afternoon, the Texas House voted to track down and arrest more than 50 Democratic lawmakers who were not present when the chamber convened. After an 85-6 vote, House Speaker Dustin Burrows announced he would immediately sign civil warrants for each legislator, authorizing the chamber’s sergeant-at-arms and state troopers to arrest and bring them to the Capitol. These arrests would not result in civil or criminal charges. The warrants are only valid within state lines, making them largely symbolic as most of the legislators are out of state to obstruct the passage of the GOP’s proposed congressional map redraw.

The House employed a similar tactic in 2021 when a majority of Democrats left for Washington, D.C., to protest GOP voting restrictions. Some lawmakers challenged the warrants in court, initially obtaining an injunction against arrests that was later overturned by the Texas Supreme Court. The court ruled that while the Texas Constitution allows “quorum-breaking” by a minority faction, it also authorizes “quorum-forcing” by the remaining members.

Rep. Charlie Geren, a Republican from Fort Worth, initiated the warrants by moving for a “call of the House,” which requires all members to remain in the chamber unless excused. According to House rules, any absent members can be “sent for and arrested, wherever they may be found,” by the sergeant-at-arms. Governor Greg Abbott stated he had mobilized the Texas Department of Public Safety to assist in returning the missing members to the chamber.

Democrats left the state Sunday afternoon to deny the House a quorum—the number of members needed to advance legislation—and delay the passage of a new congressional map. The current congressional map, drawn by a Republican-dominated Legislature in 2021, secured 25 GOP seats in the last two elections. However, under pressure from President Donald Trump’s team, Governor Greg Abbott directed lawmakers to redraw the map during the special legislative session, which began on July 21. Last week, the House proposed new congressional lines that divide existing districts in Austin, Houston, and Dallas, with the goal of gaining five more Republican seats.

State Rep. Gene Wu, chair of the House Democratic Caucus, issued a statement Sunday, saying, “This is not a decision we make lightly, but it is one we make with absolute moral clarity.” He accused Abbott of “using an intentionally racist map to steal the voices of millions of Black and Latino Texans, all to execute a corrupt political deal.”

On the House floor Monday, Burrows condemned the absent members, stating they had “shirked their responsibilities,” and thanked the 90 members who were present. “You understand that the issues before us, disaster recovery, fighting for the families who lost loved ones in the floods, human trafficking and more, are not abstract policy debates,” Burrows said. “Instead of confronting those challenges, some of our colleagues have fled the state and their duty.”

The departed House members will face fines of $500 for each day they miss, as well as the threat of reprimand, censure, and expulsion, though the latter would require a two-thirds vote among members. Abbott stated Sunday evening that if the Democrats did not return to Austin by 3 p.m. Monday, he would initiate the legal process to declare their seats vacant. Legal experts deem this an unprecedented and likely futile effort, requiring individual lawsuits against each member and new elections to fill their seats.

At a press conference after the House adjourned, Burrows declined to comment on whether he considered removal a viable option, stating, “As a lawyer, I try not to give legal answers without actually studying and knowing all of the facts and the law.”

After the House adjourned Monday, Abbott announced he had directed the Texas Rangers to investigate whether any Democratic lawmakers had violated bribery laws, alleging that they and anyone who financially assisted their out-of-state travel could be culpable. Legal experts believe this would be difficult to prove in court.

Some Republicans demanded that Burrows strip Democrats of their roles as vice-chairs of House committees, remove them from chamber seniority, evict them from their offices, or even consider redrawing state House maps to disadvantage Democratic districts. The House adjourned without taking further action against the Democrats, who have vowed to remain out-of-state until the 30-day special session expires in two weeks.

2025 MTV VMA: Lady Gaga Leads Nominations

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2025 MTV VMA: Lady Gaga Leads Nominations

The nominations for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards have been announced, with Lady Gaga topping the list.

The “Poker Face” superstar earned 12 nods for her cinematic visuals in “Abracadabra” and her collaboration with Bruno Mars, “Die with a Smile.” Gaga, who already has 18 VMAs, is up for video of the year, artist of the year, and best album, marking the third time she has led nominations.

Bruno Mars, Sabrina Carpenter, ROSÉ Among Top Nominees

Bruno Mars follows closely behind Gaga with 11 nominations. Kendrick Lamar earned 10, while Sabrina Carpenter and ROSÉ each garnered eight. Ariana Grande and The Weeknd secured seven nominations each, with Billie Eilish picking up six and Charli XCX receiving five. Additional nominees include Miley Cyrus, Ed Sheeran, and Jelly Roll.

When and Where to Watch

The 2025 VMAs will air live coast to coast on Saturday, Sept. 7, at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and MTV. The ceremony will take place at the UBS Arena in New York and will also stream on Paramount+.

Fan Voting Now Open

Fans can vote in 19 categories now at vote.mtv.com. Voting closes on Sept. 5 at 6 p.m. ET. The song of the year category will be narrowed from 10 to six nominees on Aug. 18.

A Look Back at the 2024 VMAs

Taylor Swift dominated the 2024 MTV VMAs, winning seven awards out of 12 nominations, including video and artist of the year. With 30 total wins, Swift became the most-awarded solo artist in VMA history, tying Beyoncé for the most overall wins.

See the full list below. For more entertainment news, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine!

Video of the Year

  • Ariana Grande – “brighter days ahead” – Republic Records
  • Billie Eilish – “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” – Darkroom/Interscope Records
  • Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us” – pgLang/Interscope Records
  • Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – “Die with a Smile” – Interscope Records
  • ROSÉ & Bruno Mars – “APT.” – Atlantic Records
  • Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild” – Island
  • The Weeknd, Playboi Carti – “Timeless” – XO/Republic Records

Artist of the Year

  • Bad Bunny – Rimas Entertainment            
  • Beyoncé – Parkwood Entertainment/Columbia Records  
  • Kendrick Lamar – pgLang/Interscope Records      
  • Lady Gaga – Interscope Records 
  • Morgan Wallen – Big Loud Records/Mercury Records       
  • Taylor Swift – Republic Records  
  • The Weeknd – XO/Republic Records        

Song of the Year

  • Alex Warren – “Ordinary” – Atlantic Records         
  • Billie Eilish – “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” – Darkroom/Interscope Records         
  • Doechii – “Anxiety” – Top Dawg Entertainment/Capitol Records   
  • Ed Sheeran – “Sapphire” – Gingerbread Man Records/Atlantic Records     
  • Gracie Abrams – “I Love You, I’m Sorry” – Interscope Records        
  • Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – “Die with a Smile” – Interscope Records           
  • Lorde – “What Was That” – Republic Records       
  • ROSÉ & Bruno Mars – “APT.” – Atlantic Records   
  • Tate McRae – “Sports Car” – RCA Records              
  • The Weeknd, Playboi Carti – “Timeless” – XO/Republic Records    

Best New Artist

  • Alex Warren – Atlantic Records
  • Ella Langley – SAWGOD/Columbia Records
  • Gigi Perez – Island
  • Lola Young – Island
  • sombr – SMB Music/Warner Records
  • The Marías – Nice Life/Atlantic Records

Best Pop Artist (new category)

  • Ariana Grande – Republic Records
  • Charli xcx – Atlantic Records
  • Justin Bieber – Def Jam Recordings
  • Lorde – Republic Records
  • Miley Cyrus – Columbia Records
  • Sabrina Carpenter – Island
  • Tate McRae – RCA Records

MTV Push Performance of the Year

  • Aug. 2024 – Shaboozey – “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” – American Dogwood/EMPIRE           
  • Sept. 2024 – Ayra Starr – “Last Heartbreak Song” – Mavin Records/Republic Records            
  • Oct. 2024 – Mark Ambor – “Belong Together” – Hundred Days Records/Virgin Music            
  • Nov. 2024 – Lay Bankz – “Graveyard” – Artist Partner Group Inc.    
  • Dec. 2024 – Dasha – “Bye Bye Bye” – Warner Records         
  • Jan. 2025 – KATSEYE – “Touch” – HYBE/Geffen Records      
  • Feb. 2025 – Jordan Adetunji – “KEHLANI” – 300 Entertainment       
  • March 2025 – Leon Thomas – “YES IT IS” – EZMNY Records/Motown Records              
  • April 2025 – Livingston – “Shadow” – Republic Records       
  • May 2025 – Damiano David – “Next Summer” – Sony Italy/Arista Records 
  • June 2025 – Gigi Perez – “Sailor Song” – Island      
  • July 2025 – ROLE MODEL – “Sally, When the Wine Runs Out” – Interscope Records              

Best Collaboration

  • Bailey Zimmerman with Luke Combs – “Backup Plan (Stagecoach Official Music Video)” – Atlantic Records/Warner Music Nashville
  • Kendrick Lamar & SZA – “luther” – pgLang/Interscope Records
  • Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – “Die with a Smile” – Interscope Records
  • Post Malone ft. Blake Shelton – “Pour Me a Drink” – Mercury Records
  • ROSÉ & Bruno Mars – “APT.” – Atlantic Records
  • Selena Gomez, benny blanco – “Sunset Blvd” – SMG Music/Friends Keep Secrets/Interscope Records

Best Pop

  • Alex Warren – “Ordinary” – Atlantic Records         
  • Ariana Grande – “brighter days ahead” – Republic Record               
  • Ed Sheeran – “Sapphire” – Gingerbread Man Records/Atlantic Records     
  • Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – “Die with a Smile” – Interscope Records           
  • ROSÉ & Bruno Mars – “APT.” – Atlantic Records   
  • Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild” – Island 

Best Hip-Hop

  • Doechii – “Anxiety” – Top Dawg Entertainment/Capitol Records   
  • Drake – “NOKIA” – OVO/Santa Anna/Republic      
  • Eminem ft. Jelly Roll – “Somebody Save Me” – Shady/Aftermath/Interscope Records          
  • GloRilla ft. Sexyy Red – “WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME” – CMG/Interscope Records 
  • Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us” – pgLang/Interscope Records        
  • LL COOL J ft. Eminem – “Murdergram Deux” – Def Jam Recordings              
  • Travis Scott – “4X4” – Cactus Jack/Epic Records    

Best R&B

  • Chris Brown – “Residuals” – Chris Brown Entertainment/RCA Records        
  • Leon Thomas & Freddie Gibbs – “MUTT (REMIX)” – EZMNY Records/Motown Records       
  • Mariah Carey – “Type Dangerous” – gamma.         
  • PARTYNEXTDOOR – “N o C h i l l” – OVO Sound    
  • Summer Walker – “Heart of a Woman” – LVRN/Interscope Records           
  • SZA – “Drive” – Top Dawg Entertainment/RCA Records     
  • The Weeknd, Playboi Carti – “Timeless” – XO/Republic Records    

Best Alternative

  • Gigi Perez – “Sailor Song” – Island              
  • Imagine Dragons – “Wake Up” – KIDinaKorner/Interscope Records             
  • Lola Young – “Messy” – Island
  • mgk & Jelly Roll – “Lonely Road” – EST 19XX/Interscope Records  
  • sombr – “back to friends” – SMB Music/Warner Records 
  • The Marías – “Back to Me” – Nice Life/Atlantic Records   

Best Rock

  • Coldplay – “ALL MY LOVE” – Atlantic Records
  • Evanescence – “Afterlife (From the Netflix Series ‘Devil May Cry’)” – Netflix Music              
  • Green Day – “One Eyed Bastard” – Reprise Records/Warner Records
  • Lenny Kravitz – “Honey” – ℗© 2024 Roxie Records Inc. under exclusive license to BMG Rights Management GmbH
  • Linkin Park – “The Emptiness Machine” – Warner Records
  • twenty one pilots – “The Contract” – Fueled By Ramen                     

Best Latin

  • Bad Bunny – “BAILE INoLVIDABLE” – Rimas Entertainment              
  • J Balvin – “Rio” – Capitol Records
  • KAROL G – “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido” – Bichota Records/Interscope Records
  • Peso Pluma – “LA PATRULLA” – Double P Records               
  • Rauw Alejandro & Romeo Santos – “Khé?” – Sony Music US Latin
  • Shakira – “Soltera” – Sony Music US Latin

Best K-Pop

  • aespa – “Whiplash” – SM Entertainment/Virgin Music Group         
  • JENNIE – “like JENNIE” – OA Entertainment/Columbia Records      
  • Jimin – “Who” – BIGHIT MUSIC    
  • JISOO – “earthquake” – Warner Records 
  • LISA ft. Doja Cat & RAYE – “Born Again” – Lloud Co./RCA Records 
  • Stray Kids – “Chk Chk Boom” – JYP/IMPERIAL/Republic     
  • ROSÉ – “toxic till the end” – Atlantic Records        

Best Afrobeats

  • Asake & Travis Scott – “Active” – YBNL Nation/EMPIRE     
  • Burna Boy ft. Travis Scott – “TaTaTa” – Spaceship/Bad Habit/Atlantic Records        
  • MOLIY, Silent Addy, Skillibeng & Shenseea – “Shake It to the Max (FLY) (Remix)” – gamma.             
  • Rema – “Baby (Is It a Crime)” – Mavin Global Holdings Ltd / Jonzing World Entertainment / Interscope Records     
  • Tems ft. Asake – “Get It Right” – RCA Records/Since ’93   
  • Tyla – “PUSH 2 START” – FAX Records/Epic Records            
  • Wizkid ft. Brent Faiyaz – “Piece of My Heart” – Starboy/RCA Records

Best Country (new category)

  • Chris Stapleton – “Think I’m in Love with You” – Mercury Nashville            
  • Cody Johnson with Carrie Underwood – “I’m Gonna Love You” – CoJo Music / Warner Music Nashville       
  • Jelly Roll – “Liar” – BBR Music Group/BMG/Republic Records         
  • Lainey Wilson – “4x4xU” – Broken Bow Records  
  • Megan Moroney – “Am I Okay?” – Columbia Records        
  • Morgan Wallen – “Smile” – Big Loud Records/Mercury Records

Best Album

  • Bad Bunny – DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS – Rimas Entertainment
  • Kendrick Lamar – GNX – pgLang/Interscope Records          
  • Lady Gaga – Mayhem – Interscope Records           
  • Morgan Wallen – I’m the Problem – Big Loud Records/Mercury Records   
  • Sabrina Carpenter – Short n’ Sweet – Island           
  • The Weeknd – Hurry Up Tomorrow – XO/Republic Records             

Best Long Form Video

  • Ariana Grande – “brighter days ahead” – Republic Records
  • Bad Bunny – “DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS (Short Film)” – Rimas Entertainment              
  • Damiano David – “FUNNY little STORIES” – Sony Italy/Arista Records          
  • Mac Miller – “Balloonerism” – Warner Records    
  • Miley Cyrus – “Something Beautiful” – Columbia Records
  • The Weeknd – “Hurry Up Tomorrow” – XO/Republic Records        

Video for Good

  • Burna Boy – “Higher” – Spaceship/Bad Habit/Atlantic Records                      
  • Charli xcx – “Guess featuring Billie Eilish” – Atlantic Records
  • Doechii – “Anxiety” – Top Dawg Entertainment/Capitol Records                   
  • Eminem ft. Jelly Roll – “Somebody Save Me” – Shady/Aftermath/Interscope Records
  • Selena Gomez, benny blanco – “Younger and Hotter Than Me” – SMG Music/Friends Keep Secrets/Interscope Records                  
  • Zach Hood ft. Sasha Alex Sloan – “Sleepwalking” – Arista Records

Best Direction

  • Ariana Grande – “brighter days ahead” – Republic Records
  • Charli xcx – “Guess featuring Billie Eilish” – Atlantic Records
  • Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us” – pgLang/Interscope Records
  • Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra” – Interscope Records
  • ROSÉ & Bruno Mars – “APT.” – Atlantic Records
  • Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild” – Island

Best Art Direction

  • Charli xcx – “Guess featuring Billie Eilish” – Atlantic Records
  • Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us” – pgLang/Interscope Records
  • Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra” – Interscope Records
  • Lorde – “Man of the Year” – Republic Records
  • Miley Cyrus – “End of the World” – Columbia Records
  • ROSÉ & Bruno Mars – “APT.” – Atlantic Records

Best Cinematography

  • Ariana Grande – “brighter days ahead” – Republic Records
  • Ed Sheeran – “Sapphire” – Gingerbread Man Records/Atlantic Records
  • Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us” – pgLang/Interscope Records
  • Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra” – Interscope Records
  • Miley Cyrus – “Easy Lover” – Columbia Records
  • Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild” – Island

Best Editing

  • Charli xcx – “Guess featuring Billie Eilish” – Atlantic Records
  • Ed Sheeran – “Sapphire” – Gingerbread Man Records/Atlantic Records
  • Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us” – pgLang/Interscope Records
  • Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra” – Interscope Records
  • Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild” – Island
  • Tate McRae – “Just Keep Watching (from ‘F1® The Movie’)” – Atlantic Records

Best Choreography

  • Doechii – “Anxiety” – Top Dawg Entertainment/Capitol Records
  • FKA twigs – “Eusexua” – Atlantic Records
  • Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us” – pgLang/Interscope Records
  • Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra” – Interscope Records
  • Tyla – “PUSH 2 START” – FAX Records/Epic Records
  • Zara Larsson – “Pretty Ugly” – Epic Records

Best Visual Effects

  • Ariana Grande – “brighter days ahead” – Republic Records
  • Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra” – Interscope Records
  • ROSÉ & Bruno Mars – “APT.” – Atlantic Records
  • Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild” – Island
  • Tate McRae – “Just Keep Watching (from ‘F1® The Movie’)” – Atlantic Records
  • The Weeknd – “Hurry Up Tomorrow” – XO/Republic Records
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